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Bowman’s Vinyl & Lounge
1312 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210, United States
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Bowman’s Vinyl & Lounge
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Review №1

A fun, cozy little bar. Its alt-rock / almost punky themed - I guess thats how I would describe it.Not much in terms of food, but if youre in a pinch you can get a hotdog and bag of chips. But if youre hungry, theres no shortage of restaurants nearby.They have a nice, large outdoor patio. So thats pretty cool. Overall, its your standard bar. Oh, they also have some cocktails that were good, in my very nonprofessional opinion.

Ne
Review №2

Soooo... I went to look at records and was pleasantly surprised by the vibe at Bowmans. I went in with my sister on trivia night, and though we may not have done so hot in the the trivia game, we had a great time. The bar staff were really nice and answered my record-related questions. The pours on the drinks were good too. And the people were super friendly and fun. I will definitely go back.

Ma
Review №3

Great bar for a normal evening. It was pretty chill, and not terribly busy. Not the best beer selection, but thats okay. Overall, Id recommend!

Sh
Review №4

Was there for music video bingo night and had a pleasant evening. The drinks were good and the atmosphere was welcoming. Im from Houston, and on a whim I went to this place to hang out for happy hour. Definitely will hang out again during my next visit to Denver.

Jo
Review №5

Super cool spot. Love the atmosphere. Cool bar, sports and ironic movies on, nice chill areas with couches and stuff, plus a patio. Definitely loved the $4 Banquets. Will be back soon. Limited parking in the back.

Be
Review №6

Loved the theme, fun to look through the records, staff was really nice, drinks were tasty.

li
Review №7

Awesome local hangout with great music selection and decently priced beers

Be
Review №8

Such a delightful place. Craft cocktails. Good jams. Good people. Keeping the Broadway vibes in SoBo for sure.

El
Review №9

It’s a very tasteful and quirky place. Fun and relaxing place to visit as far as bars go it’s quite a treat to see and visit.

He
Review №10

If your looking for class, good music this is Our spot. The owner was easy to talk to. And a nice gentleman

Me
Review №11

I went here before dinner. I really enjoyed the atmosphere and the drinks. This is the comfortable type of bar Id feel completely comfortable hanging out in by myself. Like going to a coffee shop but better drinks.

Me
Review №12

Best dive bar on S Broadway. Really tasty pickled vodka shots

Ja
Review №13

Great infused booze! Unpretentious and friendly staff which is not the norm for a place this size. Well kept pool table and smoking patio as well. They even have a laser disc as part of the decoration on the vinyl covered walls. Also several amazing band posters. Must stop for sure.

Kr
Review №14

Great spot when its not busy, need a 2nd bartender

Ma
Review №15

Cool spot with great music, cocktails and fun vibe! Highly recommend!

Ju
Review №16

Very cool bar. Its definitely one of my favorite in Denver. Im almost hesitant to write a review because I dont want it to get too popular but if you are going out to a bar give them your money because it really is a great establishment.

La
Review №17

Great place. Music video bingo on Thursday. Friendly staff.

Cl
Review №18

This bar olwas such a pleasant surprise. went out with my girlfriend for the first time since covid, was kind of nervous but they checked our temperature and there was plenty of space between tables. The bartenders were very attentive and kind. I felt very safe and very taken care of. Highly recommend especially if youre feeling a bit questionable about going out in the covod era.

Ma
Review №19

Good music and beer. They sell vinyl!!!

An
Review №20

These few one star ratings complaining about limited selection of vinyl just don’t understand how hard it is to keep well stocked with killer records when you price them so decently. I’ve gotten many many killer records here for insanely good prices, but you gotta get there when they first put them out. Overall a really great place!

an
Review №21

This place is super cool if you like a small local feel.

Ju
Review №22

Great atmosphere. Great happy hour menu. Try “the passenger”! I’m not one for mixed drinks but it’s amazing.

Pa
Review №23

Such a rad place!!! Best bartenders!

Da
Review №24

Cool punk etc. posters and stuff on the wall. The record selection was really slim. I was here a couple years ago and there was much more selection. There is a bin of brand new mostly punk titles, but it was pretty picked over. Then there was a couple bins of used stuff for a $1 each. You can imagine what was in there. Staff was cool. People hanging out seemed cool. There was an incredibly gory movie on the TV behind the bar. I did not particularly enjoy that, but it does kinda fit the vibe. If the record selection was more worthwhile Id boost my rating. The name of the place suggests that having records is part of the business. Small thing to ask.

Ti
Review №25

Really nice little place... cool people, great vibes, great music and music video bingo is a blast

Ri
Review №26

A very nice a cozy neighborhood bar. Excellent drinks. Great music. Lots of very random new and old vinyl to flip thru. Staff is terrific.

Jo
Review №27

One of my favorite bars. A chill spot with pool, couches, and outdoor patio. Have gone on weeknights only, to just hang or for music video bingo, and its been great every time. Also some good record finds

Jo
Review №28

Went here for a baby shower and we loved it... Clean.. Friendly and very much put us all at ease. On an off note Id love to come back and have some drinks because during the 3 hours I was there I enjoyed a few 3 dollar mimosas and that was superb way to start the day... Thank you for being nice... Clean and friendly we will definitely be back in the future! Well done my friends!

Da
Review №29

Didnt have any good records. Good idea though. It seems like they just raided the ARC and hiked up the price. They seemed nice though.

Jo
Review №30

I love this place. Cool local spot to grab a cold drink and maybe a few rare vinyls. Not to mention the live shows and awesome music thats always on the stereo.

Sa
Review №31

Super fun hidden gem! Love the vibe. Bartender was great, but service was a bit slow. Love that they have a parking lot. Wine was tasty. Prices were reasonable. Great old couches, comfy chairs, eclectic movies and music. Will definitely go back.

ri
Review №32

We were lucky to visit during shark week. Bartender Coleen took real good care of us. Very cool bar. Many vinyl albums are available for ONE dollar!

Ch
Review №33

This place is a vinyl addicts dream. We love to get a drink and dig through their dollar record bin. They also have a nice selection of low priced gently used records.

Ma
Review №34

Owner is awesome drink and customer service is A+++ best place in Denver to chill at or sell vinyl to. Buyer is always fair and makes you feel welcome Everytime you stop in. Weather you come to buy sell or just listen to the great music over a cool drink. This is always my go to spot

Jo
Review №35

Not your average bar, with an active music selection in rotation, I find myself liking my surroundings even more when I notice everything is music influenced. From the vinyl selection they have for sale to the amazing bartender Lexi. She blew me away with an Irish Old Fashioned like Ive never had before. Highly recommended!

An
Review №36

Great bar! Darin Bowman and his staff are friendly and accommodating! Fun vibe! Love the concept! I stop by on occasion to pick up records, even when Im not looking to imbibe!

Ja
Review №37

Leigh tends bar like no other and kayla can spin some great tunes plus Dozer loves it

Da
Review №38

Super cool place. Bar with vintage vinyl for sale. Laid back lounge style place. With lots of cool rock memorbial on the walls. My friends and I came from out of town and found this little gem. I imagine that is where we will go next year when we get together.

Ss
Review №39

Great little bar on broadway. Not much on tap, expect a divey feel. Has vinyls and live music which make it super unique. Cool art out front as seen in pics.dog friendly patio and cool interesting staff make this a fun local hangout. Could improve draft selections.

Jo
Review №40

I found this place accidentally. I have gone to dinner nearby and my friends and I thought we should go get a cocktail. We found this place that looked so so from the outside. Once you walk inside youll notice a small gym.The employee that was working that day was very good. She spent time to talk to us and made suggestions on their specialty cocktail for the day.my only suggestion would be part of the name is vinyl but they had very little vinyl in the store. It would be nice to see them expand that a little bit.

Du
Review №41

Great service. Stiff drinks. Reasonable prices

Su
Review №42

Coolest hang out on Broadway! Always great music and even better people! Highly recommend!

Da
Review №43

Love the staff

Ru
Review №44

This is absolutely my number one go to place in town. Great prices and and atmosphere that feels like home. The bartenders are great and the owner really put his heart and soul into it, and that shows.Whether you want to just browse some records and have a nice cocktail or watch the broncos on any of the large tvs this is the spot. As their name implies there is even a very beautiful lounge area tucked away so you and your friends can have more intimate conversations. Personally youll catch me sitting outside on their patio and enjoying the views of the mountains.

Jo
Review №45

Im a simple man when it comes to beer. I appreciate a small brew IPA, but what I really want is a PBR. This is a perfect spot to grab a cold PBR draft. I really like the aesthetics too. Great music and movies playing around the bar. And theres also great vinyl you can thumb through and maybe bring home.

Ni
Review №46

Thursday Night is Music Video Bingo at 9pm. Lots of fun and prizes if you win. Free to play! Runs till about 11:30 so you can show up late and get in on a round. They play 3-4 rounds.

Ma
Review №47

Great place! It feels like home. The bartenders are great and the music is fantastic. Gotta love a place that sells both booze and vinyl.

La
Review №48

Very nice vibe. Loved the record collection, all for sale at great price.

Pe
Review №49

Great drinks!

Ka
Review №50

Great bar to buy Vinyls. Drink specialty menu changes, and cool unique infused liquors. They have Rock N Roll Bingo nights and live music.

Da
Review №51

Great dive

Sa
Review №52

Such a cool little spot! I loved the concept, style, and vibes! Had a delicious Carlos Santana drink! Great spot for music lovers to appreciate all genres.

Jo
Review №53

Really cool little bar with records to browse and awesome bartender. Quality cocktails at a good price. Would go back!

Mc
Review №54

Wonderful atmosphere! Didn’t end up buying any records, but this is about as cozy as bars ever get (at least in the side room). I’ll definitely be returning!

Br
Review №55

They had musical bingo and couches. Nough said.

Ka
Review №56

They have Vinyl that you can purchase or just hang out with the friendly staff. They have a very unique drink menu that they make with their infused liquors. Great atmosphere for friends to hang out.

Jo
Review №57

Bathroom where amazing and super clean and bar tender was helpful a d I told him the kinda drinks I like and he made me something amazing

Cr
Review №58

Great atmosphere and awesome staff!

Co
Review №59

Awesome place with great music and great bartenders!

Ty
Review №60

Darin, Lexi, and the rest of the staff rock. Drinks are fairly priced. Overall, Bowmans is an awesome spot to hang with friends any day of the week.

Ja
Review №61

Great neighborhood bar / record store! Thats right, get a whiskey and dig the crates. Cool unique spot.

Ma
Review №62

Bowmans is great! Good drinks for cheap and always something fun going on!

Ka
Review №63

Fun local bar with a great proper drink menu, live music, vintage vinyl and great people

Je
Review №64

Super rad staff and music. Fun, eclectic environment. Drink, buy records...

Ma
Review №65

Great vibe, good drinks, and fun events.

Ce
Review №66

After Party for the Roller Derby ..DOOM DAISIES.... AWSOME time! 😄

Em
Review №67

Love love, love this bar! Fantastic infused cocktails, new and used vinyl for sale & a welcoming, friendly staff! If you havent been to Bowmans, make sure to put it on your list of places to go!

TJ
Review №68

99% awesome. Only suggestion: if you order the Ian Mackaye, ask for it on the rocks, and as a double.

Wi
Review №69

Great spot for cheap trivia on Thursday nights. $3 pbr and $6 cocktails. Great atmosphere and decore as well.

Mi
Review №70

Tasty drinks. Friendly staff. Very fair prices.

Ka
Review №71

Lovely bar for shows with a comfy back room and you can also buy records here. Possibly one of the best bars on south broadway.

ke
Review №72

Great music and drinks. Love the old school vibe

J
Review №73

Great place to hangout at any time ! The bartender even gave us a free coin for the photo booth 😊😊😊 records and cocktails, what isnt there to like ???? Plus a nice side room to lounge in!

De
Review №74

I love this place! The owner Darin is super friendly and all of his staff are incredible! Check out their specialty shots!

Be
Review №75

First time at this bar and the female bartender on Friday, May 5th was making our drinks. She tasted it with a straw and made a face as if it didnt taste good and brought it to us. When we told her there was hardly any tequila in the drink she added more and then advised us it was an additional $7???!!! Poor services. Lousy drinks. Dont recommend.

De
Review №76

A nice little dive bar, right next great places to eat, played fantastic music all night and had good service

An
Review №77

If you like good 90s music, def have to check this place out

Sh
Review №78

Interesting hole in the wall theme bar. Small space but great cocktails and fair prices.

Ed
Review №79

Felt like home with all my friends. Great convo, drinks and good times.

Ot
Review №80

Nice atmosphere, nice prices, MIA bartender.

Mi
Review №81

Great place to chill and have a drink.

Jo
Review №82

Great punk tunes, great atmosphere, all around good time

Ma
Review №83

Cool bar with $3 pbr all the time. Nice spot for live music.

De
Review №84

Its a good place to hang out for the cheap minded individuals, wish they had more vynal to peruse and a listening station.

Ry
Review №85

A solid punk rock bar!

Ry
Review №86

Nice dive bar to visit. Carries some less common to Colorado beverages.

Mi
Review №87

Cool records, games, music, death sun rays somewhat shaded.

Da
Review №88

Dont waste your time if you are your an older couple bartender is a ass and shows no respect for people i grew up in that neiborhood and it was call the Grogery this place sucks and I will preach on the highest mountain about how we were treated

Is
Review №89

A great bar that just happens to include live music and a great vinyl store. Unique and always makes you feel welcome.

Kr
Review №90

Rad store, one time crime is a great live band, and they do punk rock kareoke!

Sh
Review №91

A must for anyone with Punk Rock blood in their veins.

Ma
Review №92

Went here in June and still thinking about this amazing place. Amazing staff and atmosphere.

Je
Review №93

I love this awesome sobo bar! Great staff lovely setting...its awesome!

A
Review №94

Nice people, but I’d hardly call this place a vinyl store. The selection left me wanting an ibuprofen and of course the most lingering need for good wax I’ve ever felt.

Ni
Review №95

Not a huge selection of vinyl but what they did have was pretty rare as far as Punk and ska go. They were cool with me bringing my dog in.

Pa
Review №96

Love this place. Good mules

La
Review №97

Love hanging out here on the weekends, great spot on a Sunday and excellent hand picked record selection.

Je
Review №98

Great local hangout. If you love listening to Vinyl and having a drink, this is the place!

jo
Review №99

Small but nice to enjoy a beverage

J
Review №100

Our experience at this place for Cinco De Mayo was terrible. A friend of ours ordered a margarita for himself and paid 7.50, it was completely watered down, so he took it back and asked for a different one, but the bartender was going to charge him another 7.50. Later we went up to the bar to get beers and watched the bartender make a margarita for someone else while we were waiting. They literally filled the shaker with the juices and aguave syrup, mixed it all up and poured it into the glass and then splashed a very small amount ( less than 1/2 shot) on top of the drink, so the customer would taste the tequila in the first sip, but there really wasnt any tequila in the drink hardly at all. They also ripped us off on the shot and beer special, she poured a half shot on that special though you are supposed to get a full shot, but when you ordered the expensive stuff they poured a full shot. So be careful people, they are ripping you off and you dont even know it. Pay attention. We wont be back.

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  • Address:1312 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210, United States
  • Site:https://bowmansvinyl.com/
  • Phone:+1 303-927-6205
Categories
  • Music store
  • Cocktail bar
  • Live music venue
  • Lounge
  • Bar
  • Record store
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:2–11PM
  • Thursday:2–11PM
  • Friday:2–11PM
  • Saturday:2–11PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Highlights
  • Bar games:Yes
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great beer selection:Yes
  • Great cocktails:Yes
  • Live music:Yes
  • Live performances:Yes
  • Trivia night:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Happy hour drinks:Yes
  • Hard liquor:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Outside food allowed:Yes
Amenities
  • Restroom:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
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