Golden · Jefferson County, CO

Nightlife in Golden

Scout analyzed 77 Golden places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

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Typical spend

$40

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

East Old Golden Rd

3 matching spots

Applewood

1 matching spots

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Nightlife

Bonfire Burritos - Golden

A simple menu of from-scratch burritos & street tacos is offered at this colorful food trailer.

FoodCocktailsShopping

45 min visit

Nightlife

Trailhead Taphouse & Kitchen

This is a laid-back spot for a casual meal with Jambalaya, gumbo, and local brews, suitable for a mid-day or evening outing. Expect to spend $15-40 per person for a visit of about 1.5 hours.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Dirty Dogs Roadhouse

Dirty Dogs Roadhouse is a biker-friendly bar and grill with live music, pool, and outdoor seating. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $15-$40 per person on food and drinks for a casual social outing.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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The Flats Beer Garden

The Flats Beer Garden is good for a casual gathering with friends or a solo outing for drinks and bar food. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-40 per person.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

East Old Golden Rd

Barrels & Bottles Brewery

This brewpub is suitable for a casual meal or drinks, pairing well with local activities in Golden. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $25-60 per person on food and beverages.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$25–$60 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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Miners Saloon

Miners Saloon is a Gold Rush-themed bar, suitable for a casual evening out with drinks and simple food. Expect to spend 90 minutes and $15-35 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

East Old Golden Rd

Vice Kitchen Wine Whiskey

Vice Kitchen Wine Whiskey is suitable for an evening meal or drinks, pairing well with a local activity beforehand. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $25-$60 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$25–$60 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Canyon Tavern

Canyon Tavern is suitable for a casual meal or to watch a game, pairing well with a drive through the canyon. Expect a visit of 1-2 hours and to spend $15-35 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsSports

$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Ace-Hi Tavern

Ace-Hi Tavern is a classic bar for a casual evening out, offering drinks, bar games, and live music. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $10-35 per person for a drink or two and maybe some small bites.

CocktailsFoodLive music

$10–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Applewood

Mountain Tap Bar & Grill

Mountain Tap Bar & Grill is a relaxed spot for an evening meal and drinks, perhaps after a casual activity or as a standalone social outing. Expect to spend $20-40 per person for an hour and a half, enjoying bar games.

FoodCocktailsSports

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

East Old Golden Rd

Rock Rest Lodge

This kitschy bar and grill is suitable for an evening out with friends, enjoying bar fare and live music. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $25-50 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Wrigley's Chicago Bar & Grill

Wrigley's is a casual bar and grill suitable for a relaxed meal or drinks with friends, especially if you enjoy sports or live music. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $15-$40 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Little Bear Saloon

Little Bear Saloon is a rustic live music venue best for an evening out, often paired with a scenic drive. Expect to spend 3-5 hours enjoying music, food, and drinks, costing around $30-$80 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$80 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

The Grizzly Rose

The Grizzly Rose is a country music venue ideal for an evening of line dancing, live music, and a mechanical bull. Expect to spend a few hours and between $30-$80 per person on drinks and entry.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$80 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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Roof Top Tavern

This bar and grill is suitable for a relaxed meal or drinks with friends, especially on its tree-shaded deck. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $30-70 per person here, potentially pairing it with an event in Morrison.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking