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The Bitter Bar

Cocktail Bar, Lounge, and Restaurant$$$$

Downtown Boulder, Boulder

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The Bitter Bar

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"Fried Brussel Sprout Leaves are the bomb!"(2 Tips)
"Tell the mixologists what flavors you like and they'll fix you..."(7 Tips)
"Cocktails, whiskey flights, Happy Hour, atmosphere."(5 Tips)
"All of the cocktails are incredible, especially the gin varieties."(5 Tips)

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Wallflower LuehmannJune 11, 2013
So worth the trip! We were foiled the first time by a private party, but were rewarded the second time with a fabulous meal and fun, interesting drinks.
Krista COctober 11, 2015
Off the main drag, awesome cocktails and great service. Reminds me of one of my favorite places from my college town. Get the Looking Glass.
Grace BoyleSeptember 14, 2013
Been here 50+ times
My favorite drink is their Blue Velvet - 42Below vodka, fresh lemon, orgeat, creme de violette and fresh lavender. If its not on menu, order it, they can make it for you. Boulder's best cocktail bar.
Cobey FlynnJanuary 11, 2015
Good cocktails, nice bartenders, yummy balls! Get a sample of the bronuts donuts: Chocolate Salty Balls and S'more Balls were our crew's favorite.
Bill FlinchbaughSeptember 17, 2022
Cocktails, whiskey flights, Happy Hour, atmosphere. Beer selection could use some work. Draught faucets are for cocktails.
CraigMarch 28, 2013
Very knowledgeable wait staff. Ask them to help with your drink selection. I ended up with 2 drinks off of the menu that were outstanding!
Erin GSeptember 17, 2016
All of the cocktails are incredible, especially the gin varieties.
Jeff StephensJuly 28, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Great music and atmosphere. Drinks are fantastic.
Mike GrossMarch 13, 2013
nice absinthe selection & ridiculously knowledgable staff. Boulder's best bar for sophisticated imbibing without gettin' gussied-up.
Dan LeoOctober 19, 2021
Manhattan is the best I’ve ever had by far
TaylorFebruary 8, 2012
Sazerac. A cocktail that so few places outside of New Orleans do well. Bitter Bar does it well. Recommended.
Tundra Restaurant SupplyJuly 22, 2013
Tell the mixologists what flavors you like and they'll fix you up something tasty!
Stefan D.June 12, 2015
Cozy atmosphere and good drinks. One of my favorites in Boulder.
Lyndie RaymondSeptember 21, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The best Moscow mule. They'll hold your ID though so you don't steal the fancy cup
shelley pierceMay 5, 2015
even better cocktails now that they ditched the restaurant and went full bar mode
Nora ChangJune 19, 2018
Very nice drinks and ambiance. Bit expensive.
Adam RAugust 9, 2014
All the cocktails are top notch, cheese plate is epic
Trevor LarsonDecember 23, 2012
Service is great, food is great, drinks are amazing
Monika KunzSeptember 6, 2014
A nice happy hour. Have always had fab service there.
Janna H.August 3, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Cocktails on tap are always a great place to start.
D.j. RicardAugust 25, 2011
Green Devil is a great cocktail...Absinthe, Patron, Lemonchello, Cucumber, and Thai Basil! Rockin!
Justin MacauleyJune 7, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The beer and a shot of whiskey is a great deal and delicious!
Tom FeldhusenJune 15, 2011
It's no longer on the drink menu but ask for a "kiss the sky" it is one of the best gin cocktails ever.
Boulder BarsOctober 5, 2010
Order a 'Just Dan' from the black book. It's a martini with pomegranate and muddled blackberries. Awesome!
Rob JohnsonSeptember 20, 2010
Been here 50+ times
skip the food, go for the cocktails. ask mark or matt to introduce you to their masterpieces: vieux carre, manhattan, bijou no. 2...
Anthony PopeoMay 10, 2019
Super nice staff, amazing cocktails.
Chris NaudaNovember 11, 2012
Lobby bar atmosphere and prices. Great drinks and apps.
Christian MacySeptember 30, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Angel's Envy with a big ice cube and those amazing cherries.
DaveMay 30, 2014
Been here 5+ times
They no longer have a kitchen, but the drinks are legit.
Mark TaylorMarch 6, 2022
Been here 5+ times
Fantastic mixed drinks
Joel LongtineOctober 15, 2009
Been here 10+ times
amazing cocktails. have one of their bartenders make you something. it'll take a little while, but it will be totally worth it.
DaveMay 28, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Fantastic happy hour
SonjaSeptember 27, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Best cocktails in Boulder!
Suzanne FrewJuly 14, 2012
Blue Velvet is to die for! Hint: iPhone helpful for the flashlight app.
Costi TelemanFebruary 8, 2012
try to get a seat with the lights on... unless you have a flashlight :)
Beth MillerFebruary 13, 2010
Mmmmmm! Just ate the fried Brussels sprout leaves, seared tuna & fishcakes. Yummmm! Thx Deb for the recc.... & good to finally meet you!
JessicaOctober 23, 2019
All the cocktails!
Romke de HaanJune 2, 2013
Mexican firing squad is the ish. Order it.
Tony SJuly 3, 2013
Blue Velvet and Brussels Sprouts
Bruce WymanJanuary 23, 2010
Been here 50+ times
Ask Mark Stoddard about the different kinds of Absinthe available at The Bitter Bar
Eric LambSeptember 18, 2011
Been here 10+ times
You'll need tall boys on the menu. PRB proper.
Richard GroteDecember 11, 2009
Been here 10+ times
Enter from the alley for the Bitter Bar after Happy Noodle closes. Try a sazerac.
Greg SimsFebruary 13, 2011
The seafood hot bowl is just okay. Not enough substance to be filling. Great cocktails though!
Julie BennettAugust 19, 2009
say hi to james at the bitter bar, have a "happy" happy hour cocktail and try the crispy kale!!!!
Joseph KlidaAugust 7, 2011
Best Gin selection in town.
Pedro SorrentinoSeptember 10, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Try the old tom collins greatest gin drink ever. Fact.
Drew FreyOctober 13, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Order the Hokkaido Highball
Ryan BJune 21, 2010
Award winning bar tender in this place. Spot on.
Denver WestwordDecember 6, 2010
Winner of Westword's Best of Denver 2010 - Best Contemporary Cocktail!
Teghan TracyOctober 17, 2010
Been here 10+ times
The ramen noodle dish is always the bomb.

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