Rhein Haus Denver

"In addition to several televisions, this Bavarian-leaning LoDo pub rocks a projection screen that makes for a sweet set-up on game day (just keep in mind that, as a Seattle transplant, it welcomes Seahawks fans as warmly as Broncos buffs). But no matter the day, it scores with an ample beer list; such hearty fare as giant pretzels, bacon-wrapped kielbasa, jagerschnitzel, and apple strudel; and indoor bocce courts to boot." - Ruth Tobias

"Communal tables and bocce-ball courts start the party at this RiNo bier hall, while hearty German fare keeps it going. From giant pretzels with three dips to the heaping grillwurst platter of sausages with mashed potatoes and sauerkraut to the smorgasbord, featuring schweinshaxe, roast chicken, spaetzle, and more, the menu’s made for multitudes. (Note that reservations are required for groups of eight or more.)" - Ruth Tobias

"In addition to several televisions, this Bavarian-leaning LoDo pub boasts a projection screen that makes for a sweet set-up on game day (just keep in mind that, as a Seattle transplant, it welcomes Seahawks fans as warmly as Broncos buffs). But no matter the day, it scores with an ample beer list, giant pretzels, bacon-wrapped brats, apple strudel, and indoor bocce courts to boot." - Ruth Tobias, Eater Staff

"Communal tables and bocce-ball courts start the party at this RiNo bierhalle, while hearty German fare keeps it going. From giant pretzels with three dips to the heaping grillwurst platter of sausages with mashed potatoes and sauerkraut to the smorgasbord, featuring schweinshaxe, roast chicken, and spaetzle, Rhein Haus Denver will satisfy whatever your group is craving. Reservations are recommended for eight or more." - Ruth Tobias

"Rhein Haus is located in a huge space that’s packed to the brim with long wooden tables, bratwurst, and college students. If you can get past the fact that the line to the bathroom may take longer than a sitcom episode, and that most of the people here are basically children, swing by and slurp liters of German lager served in glass boots. You can also eat things like schnitzel sliders, one of the best kale salads in town, and comically large pretzels with tasty beer cheese, all while paying 10 dollars an hour to play bocce extremely competitively until your friends hate each other. We love Rhein Haus best in the warmer months, when slushie machines are spinning with frozen rosé, and the shaded outdoor bocce court is first come, first served (in contrast to the indoor courts that are available by reservation only), and slushie machines are spinning with frozen rosé. You might have to share the space with some bees, but oversized sausages make excellent insect-swatters. photo credit: Rhein Haus" - Aimee Rizzo