Union Lodge No.1

Great selection of hand crafted cocktails. Drinks were well made and reasonably priced for the service and experience. I wanted to order the gin fizz but opted for one of the punches instead. Seems hard to go wrong no matter your preference. But order something that allows these bartenders’ experience to shine - if you’re going to get a rum and coke, do it somewhere else.

Passing through town and met one of my former co-workers here at this bar. She said that it always pops up on her list of best bars and places to go to. We got there just after 6:00 and the place was pretty packed and looks like the crowd turns over pretty quickly as the bartenders are really friendly and eager to serve you your drinks. Overall great atmosphere and great drinks. We do not have any food. If I was staying here longer I would definitely go back there again. So next time I'm coming through Denver I will check it out again.

If you are looking for a great tasting and unique cocktail, this place is a must. The atmosphere is awesome and the service was over the top (especially from Austin and Abby). I will definitely stop in again next time I am in Denver.

Wow, what a great place! The vibe and atmosphere are just right. Rustic look, good music to set the tone and great drinks. The menu pays homage to early century cocktails but has plenty of modern options as well. Drinks are fairly priced as most seem to be in the $1?.00’s. The drinks in the picture are a Whiskey Mint Julep on the left and a Sherry Cobbler on the left. Not what we’d typically order but that will change going forward. Both were excellent!

The bartender Eugene is one of the best bartenders my husband and I have ever met. His technique and detail was amazing. We truly enjoyed and appreciated watching him make cocktails for hours! The Gin Fizz is my favorite - sort of like a delicious milk shake. The way Eugene blends the egg whites and makes them so frothy is just fantastic! The seating is tight and the bar can be very packed. Busy for a reason, right? Eugene was phenomenal at making random cocktails when my husband asked for drinks that were not on the menu. We got to enjoy drinks only Eugene knows how to make. Thanks Union Lodge No. 1 & Eugene for a great night visiting Denver!

One of the best Gin Fizzes I’ve ever had—perfectly mixed and refreshing. The service is top-notch, and the staff really make you feel welcome. I love the vibe here—cozy, relaxed, and full of character. A great spot to unwind with a quality drink.

The speakeasy vibe is definitely working for this place. They take their cocktails very seriously and they are fabulous. the tonic that’s made in house is absolutely amazing. I love a gin and tonic and I’ve never had tonic that was so good.

By far, the classiest bar and most professional bar staff we have ever encountered. All while making us feel welcome (even while wearing a baseball cap) and making us both the best cocktails we have ever tasted. An absolute gem - and the bricks are from when the building was first built! Highly recommended!

One of my FAVORITE SPOTS!!! The craft cocktails , to dieeee for!!! You walk back in time to like the prohibition era, loved the vibe of the place. The bartenders are experts at their craft !!! Every freaking cocktail was done to perfection. The service, SUPERB!!! Yes , yes, yes.... Obsessed with this place !!!

I fell in love with this place on my trip to Denver two years ago and it's now on my agenda every trip back. It's a small place and there may be a wait on a busy night but it's worth it. Classic cocktails can't be beat (they even have a Ramos Gin Fizz on the menu and won't scowl at you if you order one *grin*). My last trip was about Sazeracs and Negroni variations. The selection of amari and whiskies is good though not extensive and, if it isn't too busy, see what secret recipe the bartender on duty that night has up their sleeve. I'm sure you won't be disappointed. It's never that noisy even when full but if you can get a place in the front the seating is more comfortable. But the high tops in the back also make for a nice place to sit and have a conversation with friends.

We were walking around the downtown Denver area and stumbled upon this cocktail bar. Very fancy and the bartenders were amazing. The drinks were one of a kind and very upscale. We stayed for one beverage, but it was quite an experience. If you are looking for a quaint bar with excellent service, please try this place. Would love to return again.

I came for a visit and was around the corner from my hotel, safe and friendly staff with a great atmosphere and good music.

Edit: I really wasn't that busy of a night. My review has zero to do about how "busy" it was and my review does not once have the word "busy" in it. Staff being rude is mentioned. ------ The day staff starts to act like they're better than me and can treat me in ways they would not like to be treated is the day I take a long, who knows until when pause, from that establishment. If you were in a small bar with limited seating and you got there early to get yourself a seat, would you expect a staff member to take your chair from behind you when you were not looking, not sitting, and standing up right at that moment? I think everyone would say "no" to that. At the VERY least use your words and ASK the person who's paying to be there if they do not want their chair anymore before you sneak it from them and hide it in a space behind the bar. It was Kyle, I think. This situation is fair enough game for me to oust. I said, "You took my chair?" And he said "You can ask for it back" -- I'm sorry, Excuse Me?! The asking comes before snatching the chair. I told him "You should ASK before taking it". Imagine if I went to SIT DOWN, when he stole my chair away? And I fell down. Full on embarrassment #1. And #2, what if I got hurt? Seems like nothing until someone gets hurt, right. This business could be in some pretty big trouble from a senseless and inconsiderate act by a staff member. If you can't work in small quarters without frustration and lashing out, don't choose to work in the tiniest cocktail bar in the city of Denver. One could simply schooch the chair over a bit... or choose to say the words "excuse me"...if it is truly in the way to the point it's impeding someone from doing their job. Sometimes, people stand for a few minutes, that doesn't mean they must stand the rest of their time cause they chose to stand for a bit or are leaving/coming from bathroom and hadn't sat back down, yet. NOTE: There is nowhere for customers to go in this place, either!!! I couldn't so much as go to the restroom without getting to second base with everyone I had to pass by to get to the bathroom -- forget about personal space in this bar! I didn't take or move anyone's chair, I had to let the rubs happen cause that's the reality of the space/situation. If the staff doesn't get this, why are customers supposed to? I have TONS of places I can pay $25 for a drink (or much less). And, YES, they are equally just as good. Bougie craft cocktails ain't a new or unique concept. And, yes, $25 cause that's my out of pocket for some of these top tier drinks after tax + tip.

Astounding flavors! Came on a random weekday night and was really glad to be able to get a spot. It wasn't too crowded and the bartender wasn't overly inundated. I asked for 2 different kinds of mocktails and the bartender came through! Got a traditional fruity one, tasted like pineapple and coconut and everything a tiki bar would serve. Then I asked for a floral one. And I was so pleasantly surprised! A lot of mocktails taste bitter or disappointing but not here! My husband got something off their seasonal menu and was super pleased with his drink. You can also order off the menu, as many people did and the bartender will make it delicious. Decor in here is astoundingly cool. Historic flag, antique cash register, the entire vibe was so amazing for a cocktail bar. 100% recommend if you're downtown, looking for a night with delicious drinks, or just in the area of the opera house.

Such a fun place! The bartenders put on a good show when they're making the fancy drinks. It's a small space & gets hot fast. Drinks were good. Average pricing for Denver.

Incredible atmosphere. Drinks were excellent, preparation was immaculate, and all the bar staff were kind and helpful while also putting on a show.

Great cocktails, nice bar and nice bar staff. Well worth a visit if you're nearby. The Martinez cocktail was not my typical, but it was good to try something different and I can appreciate the skill that goes into making these drinks.

Really cool bar. Was pretty full when we arrived on Friday night but they have a spacious seating area and the couches are comfy. Service was also really friendly and quick. They were also great about refilling our waters and we weren't at the bar which was so awesome. They had nice cocktail options of classics and originals. Would definitely return and it would be a cool spot to bring visitors.

This place was incredible! Came for for a nightcap and had a personalized mocktail and amazing service. Will recommend over and over again!

RAMOS GIN FIZZ. That's literally all you need to know about this place. We popped in on a Saturday evening and waited about 30 minutes for a table for 3 of us. It's a relatively little bar on the 1st floor of a building, shared with a bakery. What I appreciated about it was that they didn't just let people roam around to try to seat themselves. One of the staff usually chased you down and had you wait out in the lobby to wait for his summons. Still, they were gracious and a few parties that walked in when the place started to calm down were allowed to take seats at the bar. We didn't want to peak early and jump right into the RGF's so we tried some other drinks first - a couple Pineapple Juleps and a Knickerbocker later on. They were stiff but way too tart/dry, like someone left out the simple syrup. Anyway, that led us to finally diving into the RGF's and we never looked back. They were silky smooth and tasty. There were two bartenders making the RGF's and one guy you could tell made at least 100 of them a night. It was fun watching him make them the entire time we were there - some didn't always work out so he would toss them out (nooooo) but the ones he sent out where textbook perfect. A great find for us and a nice way to spend our last evening in Denver.

Both the drink I ordered as well as my friend's... were AMAZING! The staff was extremely attentive. I will definitely recommend to friends and return whenever I'm in Denver

Such a vibe. Place doesn't get crowded and I absolutely love that. If there are no seats, you can't get in! Had great drinks! They are really creative. Staff is nice and attentive. They checked up on us often and gave recommendations. Would definitely suggest this spot for a chill vibe that's not over crowded.

A must visit while in downtown Denver! Union Lodge No. 1 is an amazing cocktail spot to have a drink or two before or after dinner. During our one night stay in Denver we checked out this place before heading to dinner, and our friends didn't want to leave! The bar is focused around the prohibition time. They have killer cocktails that only a true mixologist can make, while making it a performance during the creation. Everyone loved their drink and I don't know we can pick a favorite. Some that we tried were the Old Fashioned, Widow's Kiss, Red, White and Blue Blazer, and Whiskey Mint Julep. The Red, White, and Blue Blazer even came with a fiery performance! If you appreciate a good cocktail with amazing bartenders, this is you spot!

We went here on Valentine's Day after dinner around 8pm and it was packed, we got really lucky with a couple leaving as we walked in to get seats at the bar. I'm really happy we were seated at the bar because watching the bartenders craft the drinks was so fascinating and entertaining! We got the I'm a butterfly, Stick of Truth, Union gin fizz, and bartenders choice - Serrano, blackberry, pineapple, & tequila. Initially I liked the bitterly cocktail, however, then I decided it tasted far too much like licorice, which I don't like (could have absolutely been one of the ingredients listed and I didn't know). The stick of truth was really neat to watch be made and was very smoky, but good! The union gin fizz was like a creamsicle in drink form, and thus totally delicious. The bartenders choice was the probably our favorite all around. We really loved the ambiance as it definitely gave of speakeasy vibes. Definitely on the pricer side, it was $75 (pre tip) for the 4 cocktails, but so much effort and time went into them, and again we really enjoyed the environment.

The Union Lodge is a wonderful (and somewhat hidden) upscale prohibition bar right in the heart of downtown's central business district. The vibe is awesome with dim lighting, a social ambiance featuring black leather prohibition-era style couches, rustic dark woods and 1920s-era incandescent globe lamps. I went with the bartenders' choice mezcal cocktail, and asked to try a Sour variation for my second drink - both were one of a kind beverages that were delivered with a detailed rundown on the intention behind each ingredient used to build the desired flavor profiles I was looking for. For the sour, skipping the egg white only works if the ratio of flavors is spot on and they nailed it. Union Lodge is a one-of-a-kind spot with a seriously impressive team; I'm delighted to have found this spot! Thanks Erick and team for your hospitality! -- PS: Grover is looking down with a smile!

Me and my wife came here a I got the gin fizz Strong I'll tell you that. It was good the vibe as well the waitress were good it's just a little to expensive for a cocktail.

Upscale cocktails in a classy and classic setting. The old style bar and back bar take you back decades, maybe as far as the 1800s. So many choices! Really helpful knowledgeable staff. Busy many nights but worth waiting a bit to get in.

The service and drinks were awesome. The bartenders were willing to experiment and make something unique based on what you liked.

Cozy, dark, romantic, and fantastic cocktails - all that at Union Lodge No. 1. Perfect place for a late night cocktail, a drink after a show, or a pre-dinner libation. We stopped here after a DCPA show, and was a perfect ending to the evening. My Manhattan was spot on, with a nice bitterness. My partner is an Old Fashioned fan, and hers was strong and delicious. Sit at the bar and watch the master bartenders at work for an entertaining treat. I'll definitely be going back.

This bar is where you need to be for exquisite drinks. Nothing tailors to your flavors than the bartenders here. If your in the LODO, make an effort to grab a drink at this location. Ask for Ivan he will contour for you.

The drinks were absolutely delicious. My mom used to drink a pink squirrel, and I could not find any bars to make it. When I asked the bartender if he could make it, he looked all over for the ingredients made it as soon as I tasted it it reminded me of my mom. Brought back great memories. I'd like to thank the bartender for going out of his way to find the ingredients

We were at a nearby hotel and were looking for a place to get a fun cocktail. Saw some of the pictures online and decided to head to Union Lodge. It has limited seating, but we were able to get seated right away. They have a fun and unique menu with some impressive cocktails. Although the table service was quick, we waited over 30 minutes to get our first drink. This was on a Sunday night however, it was not all the way full and they had two bartenders and a runner. Because of the length of time it took to get drinks, we only ended up getting one each. I ordered Garrick Club Punch. It did lack complexity and a little sweetness. And my husband ordered, Fight Milk which was unique, good flavor and quite strong. Over the menu, and the decor were intricate and different I'm not sure it's a place I would frequent often.

The staff was incredibly friendly! The menu had a lot of drinks and the bartender came to explain the absinthe drink to us which was super interesting. My favorite bar in Denver!

The drinks were amazing-classic coctails delivered with modern sophistication, the staff were friendly and helpful, and I LOVE the historic vibe of the building. The actual building was historic and they rolled with the theme with menus that looked straight out of Red Dead Redemption. I had a great time and would love to go back, if only I actually lived nearby.

This is probably my favorite bar in Denver. It's very cozy and provides an ambiance like no other. We got there early so there wasn't much wait, however I could see this being a spot that has a decent wait. Like I said, it's not very big. As for drinks, the menu is out of this world. They got all the classics but also have such unique concoctions that is sure to satisfy any drinker. The servers are also very prompt and helpful. We ended up sitting at the bar which I would recommend since you get to see all the drinks being made and some of them have a little show to go with it. If you are in Denver, make a trip here, you won't regret it.

This is a perfect date night spot. They had the best cocktail menu I've seen in a LONG time, from fun seasonal cocktails to cozy classics. Although there is no bites, this spot is great for a nightcap.

I spent a weekend in Denver and Union Lodge is the bar I chose to check out and I'm happy we did. It's located near the 16th St Mall so parking can be a little challenging depending on the time of day. We were immediately seated on a Sunday night so it was nice there wasn't a wait. We initially chose 2 drinks, the banana hammock and the curry one but both of these had such strong flavors that we were not a fan of. Thankfully, the bartenders were nice enough to make us drinks to better suit our taste buds! We ended up getting the Union Gin Fizz which tasted creamy and delicious! They describe it as an orange creamsicle and I would definitely recommend it as it was a very very unique cocktail. We also got a painkiller which was a little more similar to a pina colada.

After dinner in the area, I stopped by Union Lodge No. 1 for a drink. Located in downtown Denver, you can find parking on the street close by like I did. Union Lodge appears like a speakeasy, and it has some speakeasy-elements, but it's not a true speakeasy. It has the dim lighting and the focus on creative, craft cocktails. But there isn't a hidden way to enter. You can see inside from the street. I sat at the bar and ordered a pineapple julep. I like anything with pineapple and I've never had this variation of a julep. There were quite a few creative options on the menu. The female bartender was friendly and skilled at her job. Service was great. If you're looking for a quality drink and some nice ambiance, stop by!

It's not exactly a secret that Union Lodge is one of the beet cocktail bars in Denver, but when I first visited a year ago, although I enjoyed myself I was slightly underwhelmed. Perhaps this was due to the effects of the pandemic and the reopening of so many businesses, or maybe I was just in a slightly cranky mood, because upon revisiting last night, I have become an easy convert. You still may need to wait a bit to get a seat (yes, even on a Wednesday night). You will definitely need to wait for your cocktail (but with one bartender crafting expert level drinks for the entire bar, this is to be expected). Sit back, relax, take in the vibe and wait to be delighted. This time around, my Manhattan was just about the best I've ever had. It's the housemade bitters, adding an undeniable complexity and depth of flavor you normally don't find. My wife was similarly delighted by the Widow's Kiss, a lovely, balanced blend of bonded applejack, strega, benedictine and bitters. Perhaps the most impressive thing is that both of this cocktails cost less than $30 combined. An absolute gem of a spot.

wow! amazing cocktails with the perf ambiance drinks we tried: - old fashioned - knickerbocker - gin fizz the gin fizz was something I've never had before so kudos!! It tasted kinda like drinking a dessert, a lemon pie xD it takes some extra time to make and to get that much foam! it's really fun and cool watching the bartenders make the drinks also such friendly and great service!! from everyone! highly recommend this place

Came here on a Saturday night, I would highly recommend this place if you enjoy craft cocktails and excellent bar service. just be fore warned, there usually is a bit of a wait. I happen to order their chai old fashion. I have never had a chai inspired old fashion before and was highly curious. I will say that this drink more than exceeded my expectations. My girlfriend ordered a whiskey sour. It was perfectly frost, make sure to get it with egg whites if you are not vegan, I am perfect amount of tartness. they do not have a food menu here, just all drinks. which is why the wait usually is not that long to get in as people are just having a drink or two and then leaving. Overall one of my favorite memories coming to Denver, I would recommend any out of town or or local to come visit this establishment if you haven't already.

The worst cocktail bar I have visited in Denver. Trying so hard to cosplay a pre prohibition bar. Limited seating and in an office building. If you see the guy with the annoying fedora turn around. They also don't serve vodka because they are "pre prohibition". dumb.

Had a gin fizz and it was amazing! Very cool date night spot. Get reservations if you can in advance.

A new favorite & frequent. The gin fizz is everything - it's tastes like a milkshake without being too too sweet. Super cool spot with exposed brick and fun decor. Service is wonderful and cocktails are killer.

The Sazerac was so smooth and memorable. The cash register and American flag are the oldest items in the bar. The American flag was found on a naval ship with gun powder on it. The vibe here is very chill and interesting.

I was initially intrigued by this cocktail bar with so many perfect reviews, after coming here on a Friday night I can definitely confirm that it lives up to its 5-star review hype. There was just a short wait for the 3 of us, and after about 10 minutes we were able to get seated at the curve of the bar; what a treat that was because if we had gotten seated at a table, we would not have gotten front row seats to the show that Kyler the Bartender put on! He was impeccable with his details while multitasking making 2-4 cocktails at once. At one point, he was vigorously shaking 3 Boston cocktail shakers. As far as the drinks go, they were all amazing. I had 2 drinks off the seasonal menu - Wilma and Pebbles, and We are Professionals. The flavors really came through without being too overpowering or sweet. My husband got Winter Apple Poem and a Sazerac, which were also great. My friend had a gin fizz because she loves a fruit-forward sweet drink. She loved it so much that she asked Kyler if he could make another fizz with a flavor of his choice. He surprised us all with a banana-pandan gin fizz which was nothing short of amazing. I don't especially love coming into Downtown for cocktail bars, but for Union Lodge I would and can't wait to continue bringing all my out of town friends to check out this amazing bar.

Been here once before! Love the speakeasy like atmosphere and the cozy feel to this place. I would say my drinks last time were better tho. The red white and blue was recommended for it tasting like apple pie and can attest all it tasted like was a smack of whiskey in your face. The house Collins though was very refreshing and would definitely order again!

Was in colorado for my 21st. Looking forward to this bar as it seemed to have a very cool atmosphere. Refused to serve me because my ID was vertical even though it was my 21st birthday that day. Would recommend taking business elsewhere .

Great cocktail bar with an awesome laid back. We had a couple of fantastic drinks with great Service. Definitely will go back.

Bar tender was super friendly and tentative Drinks are made strong!!!! Haha just what we need! I love the vibe of the place it's like back in the day. And they don't serve vodka here (but who drinks that now anyways;) Def come grab a drink here

A top 5 cocktail spot in Denver, hands down. Super cool ambiance (speak-easy style with a modern twist), amazing drinks, and service/quality that's hard to find. A few drinks also come with a mini-show (ie LOTS OF FIRE). Highly recommend the Absinthe Cocktail and Pineapple Julep!

Like watching a painter or sculptor when sitting at the bar. These bartenders have honed their craft and work together in unison. It was a pleasure to finally visit this craft cocktail bar on a Saturday night. They check your ID and vaccination card in the lobby, graciously seat you and then attend you with laser focus. You will be asked for your taste preferences and drinks are made accordingly. Such an incredible staff here. I could watch them make drinks for hours. Our drinks were thoughtful, well balanced, spirit forward, and truly spectacular. This staff is so professional and knowledgeable. You will learn while you drink. My only add is that I would love to see better or any substitutions for dairy and egg infused drinks. So many things we wanted to try that weren't vegan friendly. Definitely stop in to this beautiful bar to have the best hand crafted cocktail in Denver!

Cozy space with an awesome ambiance (and good music)! The drinks were curated perfectly. We will definitely be back!

Best cocktails I've ever had. The service is awesome. Recommendations were awesome The ambiance, vibe and music was on point. Check this place out if you're into craft cocktails

Honestly, one of the best bars I've been to. Not just here. Great service and wonderful drinks.

Unpretentious, wickedly delicious cocktails. This place had all the classics and really interesting originals as well. You can tell they really care about their craft here. The bartenders come out to check on you with every round. Also, the cozy yet classy interior is very inviting. Definitely a must-stop when in the area! Our favorites were: Joe Redding's Julep, Red White & Blue Blazer, and Union Gin Fizz.

Went for the first time... great drinks and amazing service! (Other than the very drunk girl and guy that decided to help themselves to our table and conversation) great atmosphere.