Traveling Mercies

We were absolutely impressed by Traveling Mercies. We were able to enjoy amazing cocktails and delicious oysters while watching a dazzling Denver sunset. It was an awesome experience. Small spot on the third floor of Stanley Marketplace. The service was awesome. Everyone was kind and welcoming. The oysters were so good. And the cocktails were unique and felt special. Definitely a hidden treasure and we'll be back.

The drinks were really good! It’s very tiny on the inside but we had a great time. The view over Denver / sunset hour is ideal. It’s very hidden in Stanley Marketplace but worth finding!

Traveling Mercies at Stanley Marketplace is my go-to spot for exceptional drinks and oysters. The cocktails are crafted with precision, and the oysters are always fresh and flavorful. The cozy, intimate atmosphere makes every visit special. Nella and Cooper, two of the staff members, consistently provide outstanding service, making me feel like a valued guest each time. Their attentiveness and friendly demeanor enhance the overall experience. Whether you’re a cocktail enthusiast or a seafood lover, Traveling Mercies is a must-visit destination.

The most little and amazing cocktail bar at the top floor of Stanley Marketplace! It's an excellent addition and almost a hidden gem! The space is small, so be ready to get cozy! Their food list is small and their drink menu (including zero proof drinks) is mighty. The oysters on ice were very tasty. We love all the house made sauces, from the migonette and cocktail sauce. The views here are so pretty. Something about this place just made me want to take in everything and enjoy good company and life.

A sweet, comfortable spot with a beautiful view. Perfect for our date night. You can taste so many excellent foods and enjoy thoughtful and whimsical cocktails (the Drinking and Smoking cocktail is refreshing and comes with a pack of candy cigarettes, so cute!) The oysters are perfection, and we also tried the anchovie and cheese straws which were crispy and light. We enjoyed ourselves so much and the service was excellent. Thank you!

Amazing experience, amazing staff, amazing bartender, amazing cocktails, and for Denver??? amazing oysters. Match your cocktail to your oysters of choice.

I’ll preface this review to say that I’ve worked in the restaurant service industry for over 15yrs, and what I experienced and witnessed on Sunday from 7:30- till closing was nothing but absolute professionalism, perfect execution under duress and an absolutely wonderful experience. This place is an exceptional cocktail bar. My teammates and I were out in Aurora searching for a fun cocktail bar to spend the evening at and we found this absolute gem. We originally had 4/5 people at a table and restaurant was quiet, but I warned the lead bartender and server to expect some more of our teammates in the next 30min. Little to my knowledge the rest of my team (20 more people) walked in with an hour till closing and took over the bar. The two people working handled it with perfect grace, hospitality and a willingness to take on the challange of 25 people people walking in just before closing on a Sunday.! The bartender churned out drinks, calmly, while answering a swath of questions from my friends and everything was fun and delicious. Thanks for making our evening, I couldn’t recommend this place enough! (Also as a rum connoisseur this place sources some of the best spirits, and particularly their rum collection. Thanks again! -Jasper Hoitsma

Exactly what I expected! A classy, elegant cocktail bar overlooking the courtyard outside with high quality drinks 🍹, A stunning, indoor space, cozy, and intimate, and a perfectly coupled oyster 🦪 menu with beautiful pairings to the drink selections! Non alcoholic offerings as well. Service was exceptional. Thank you, Caroline & TM staff!

Formerly Skybar, Traveling Mercies is a quaint little place in the top corner of Stanley Marketplace. This bar is small and offers 28 seats total - most are bar stools with the exception of the 3, four top tables that are in the middle of the bar. TM offers an expansive menu with lots of fun concoctions of cocktails. I went with the Espresso Martini as it was on Happy Hour. (Happy Hour differ from day to day) It was a well executed Espresso Martini. TM also has a few little dishes to select from. They tout their oysters here as the actual name is Traveling Mercies Oyster and Cocktail Bar. The oysters did look good, but we ended up splitting marinated olives - divine! While a little on the pricey side as most cocktails are in Denver, it is worth the money. Service is friendly and helpful. TM did make Westword's 100 Bars for the 24-25 year and it definitely deserves a spot on this list!

Traveling Mercies made Esquire Magazine's cut of the 42 Best Bars in America so I had to try it. On the third level of Stanley Marketplace, follow the signs to the elevator or staircase that leads you to this small but intimate space. There are seating options at the bar, 3 tables, or bar stools overlooking Lowry. Service is friendly. They have happy hour from 4-5pm W-Sunday, and all day Tuesday (they are closed Monday). I didn't try the food which looked good but did sample a couple of their cocktails - their espresso martini and Mercies Penicillin. The espresso martini was equal parts sweet and caffeinated. Definitely opt for their rec of spiced rum over vodka. The Mercies Penicillin was a masterful blend of scotch, lemon, honey, and ginger. (Went down way easier than the thick pink stuff I had to drink as a kid when I was sick.) Definitely stop by for some fine cocktails.

On the third floor of the Stanley market you can find Traveling Mercies close to Cheluna Brewing. We were checking out the Stanley Market for the first time and happened to stumble into Traveling Mercies on its opening night! We just got drinks and tried the long but distinguished and talk to me goose! The long but distinguished tasted like a sparkling sangria. I really liked it but not what I thought it would taste like. The talk to me goose was also great! We did not order any food because we were not feeling seafood or any of the other foods on the menu. The staff helping us were great. Very helpful with any questions we had. Overall a very nice, upscale place for cocktails. Tip: 20% service fee automatically added to the menu. The staff let us know about it when giving us the check which we appreciated.

Superb service. Vibrant Vibe. Gorgeous View. Delicious nibbles. Delightful cocktails. Oysters are on point. It's possibly the best I've had while nowhere near an ocean. It's the only place on the 3rd floor of the Stanley. I felt like I was in a speakeasy except up top instead of down below.

Beautiful spot for an intimate drink! Great ambience for a romantic date. Chef kiss to the menu.

Cute little bar on the third floor of Stanley marketplace. They only serve appetizer size dishes, so it's perfect for a pre dinner cocktail and appetizer. Cute cozy space with interesting cocktails. Service was great and they have a decent happy hour too.

A true hidden gem! The ambiance and vibe when walking in sets the experience off on a great note. The friendly and knowledgeable staff make it all the better. Great craft cocktails and app pairings, as well as amazing oysters! Zach, Cooper, and Nella are great people, and the food and drinks they provide are top notch. Wonderful place. Mathew

What a cute little hidden gem!! This is our new go to spot for an appetizer and drinks. The views from this place are awesome! We love sitting at the bar and people watching or enjoying the sunset. My husband has gotten the espresso martini twice and said it's the best one he's ever had. My cocktails every time are absolute perfection. Highly recommend the daiquiri and Kill Your Darlings if you like light refreshing cocktails. You MUST get the mussel toast! It is bursting with flavor, I've never had anything like it. The servers are so kind, another reason why we love coming here. Will definitely be back!!

Super cozy and intimate vibe with a nice rooftop view. Went on a Tuesday night and got the oyster special ($3/each) and they were amazing. Great cocktails and non alcoholic options as well. Service was excellent, definitely will be returning!

Surprising cozy venue. High end cocktails and snacks for happy hour. Worth a try for special occasions or a great view of the Front Range.

While the rest of Stanley Marketplace bustles, there's a lovely little spot away from it all, tucked away on the third floor, where you can glide into a seat at one of the two bar areas--one overlooking the grassy hills of Central Park--and sip clever little cocktails while nibbling on culinary concoctions. Highly recommend for a date or stealing away some time with a good friend, this place is one to return to again and again.

For a place that "specializes in martinis", this was a major disappointment. Only Finnish gin. C'mon. Not a good martini. And "the view" is only trees in Stapleton.

Went in on opening night and had a great time! Tried pretty much everything on the menu and food and cocktails both exceeded expectations. My personal favorites were the Talk to me Goose for a drink and the shrimp cocktail for food. In terms of ambience, it was beautiful inside, very cute. The staff were very friendly, and knew everything about everything regarding the dishes and drinks. I will definitely be back for drinks and small plates!