12/28/08

Best (and almost only) smoking venue in LoDo

by MarkAV8R

I have been going to The Celtic ever since it first opened around 8-9 years ago. It may not be fully "authentic Irish", but it is certainly more so than "Faux-do" (Fado) near Coors Field. They have a great selection of beers, the ambience is very casual, and (if you happen to smoke), it's just about the only game in town (unless you want to fork over wads of cash to watch strippers at The Diamond Cabaret, or hang out at the rather stuffy Churchill Bar at the Brown Palace). There is also (usually) a live band playing on Saturday nights.

If you'd rather not deal with the smoke, you can just wander next door to their sister pub, Delaney's (where they have live music on Fridays).

Slainte!

• Pros: Ambience (smoke and all), beer selection
• Cons: A bit testosterone-heavy some nights

07/03/08

Friendly staff, great food

by n_wilker

Ate here for lunch. We had heard/read mixed reviews. I really enjoyed the interior. Very big, and spacious (well without a whole crowd of people). Lots of dark wood that made it feel cozy. The wait staff was very friendly and happy to see us. I had the eggplant parm sandwhich, Oh my lord! Really really tasty! Hubby went with the Burger topped with Pepper Jack and Bacon. He really enjoyed it as well! We would definitely come back during the evening (gotta try their cider) and again for lunch!

• Pros: Great food, great staff, lots of seating
• Cons: Parking

02/27/08

Nothing special, but not terrible

by playlax20

I don't find this to be some down to earth Irish bar. It's more like your typical Lodo trendy place. Overall, it's OK, nothing great about it, but nothing too bad about it. The staff is friendly and they usually make strong drinks, so that's good. Otherwise, it's just a typical Lodo bar.

• Pros: strong drinks
• Cons: not different from anywhere else in Lodo