Buddies Denver

📍 Gay bars in Denver

5.5

Buddies Denver stands out as a welcoming gay-friendly bar where the atmosphere blends effortless charm with a laid-back vibe. Known for its attentive service, the staff—especially behind the bar—delivers warmth, efficiency, and quick attention, ensuring guests feel valued whether alone or with friends. The space thrives on inclusivity, offering a comfortable setting for socializing, trivia nights, and sports events, all while maintaining a friendly and approachable energy.

The bar’s appeal lies in its mix of classic bar fare, lively entertainment, and a chill yet engaging environment. While the pool and darts add fun, occasional crowding may limit space during peak times. Still, its thoughtful touches—like accommodating service animals—reinforce its reputation as a go-to spot for genuine connections and memorable nights out.

Features and services of Buddies Denver

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Sport

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Seating

Amenities

  • Toilet

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Buddies Denver is in position 14 out of 18 in gay bars in Denver

Customer Reviews

★★★★★
★★★★★

Buddies Denver has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on over 132 reviews on Google

Michael Tea

I Came here by myself and immediately felt so welcomed. My bartender Ginseng was by far one of the best bartenders I have had in a very long time. Fast, efficient, warm and charming. Not a place you want to miss if you’re in the area.

Michael Tea ☆ 5/5
Dub Walston

Great place to hang out and be yourself. If you're dining or drinking alone, I don't imagine that would be for very long. People are very friendly and the staff is great. Typical bar drinks and drafts/ well drinks. Fun atmosphere. Great trivia night. Sports on regularly. Great Sunday fundraiser beer bust for local gay sports leagues.

Dub Walston ☆ 5/5
Trent Dittmer

Love the vibe at Buddies! It is definitely my new favorite bar. Sexy men in my age range, chill atmosphere, and fun events. Their music is on point too 👌

Trent Dittmer ☆ 5/5
Kenneth Abbey

There appeared to be only two bartenders working and they were managing everything perfectly. No long lines, attentive and aware of everyone, and great bar side service. The atmosphere was great, I can’t wait to go back and enjoy a trivia night.

Kenneth Abbey ☆ 5/5
Joe Capello

A perfect hangout space. I visited tonight for the first time and really enjoyed it. Very friendly bartenders, good music, great conversation and classic bar food. I ordered the chicken wings and the chicken fingers with onion rings. The onion rings were the best I’ve had anywhere in Denver! See my pics for the menu. UPDATE: a year later I finally decided to post my favorite Buddies meal: cheeseburger and the Denver’s best onion rings

Joe Capello ☆ 5/5
David D

Would be 5 stars but it’s hard to enjoy this bar when during the busiest and most crowded times (Friday nights, Saturday nights and beer bust) that the pool table and darts are open. Leaving minimal to no space for people to actually enjoy their time with their buddies in this bar. Please please please consider the space and comfort of patrons when the building is busy and crowded and start shutting down the pool table and dart boards during the crowded times.

David D ☆ 4/5
Fritzy Trujillo

I have a service animal that helps me with my anxiety. The folks and that work here and the customers were very, very nice. And accommodating, I greatly appreciate all that they did. I would recommend this place. It's very highly. I've yet to try the food but I will be there again soon.

Fritzy Trujillo ☆ 5/5
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Information about Buddies Denver

Address

Buddies Denver is located at 504 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80203, United States

Phone

The phone number of Buddies Denver is +1 720-769-4485

Website

The website of Buddies Denver is: buddiesdenver.com

Business Hours

Monday: 14:00–02:00
Tuesday: 14:00–02:00
Wednesday: 14:00–02:00
Thursday: 14:00–02:00
Friday: 14:00–02:00
Saturday: 11:00–02:00
Sunday: 11:00–02:00

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