Hot Spots: The Cruise Room

Aaron and I were recently introduced to one of the most fabulous hidden gems of downtown Denver by Tim, who is eminently in-the-know. Union Station's neon lights glowing through the chilly drizzle set the perfect stage for walking into the ultra-swank art deco throw-back of The Cruise Room inside the Oxford Hotel at 17th and Wazee. It's an intimate martini bar with an understated glamor that has remained untouched since it opened the day after Prohibition was repealed back in 1933. It reminded me of the antediluvian Whitey's Wonderbar in East Grand Forks, MN - the Cruise Room is like its sophisticated big-city sister. Things to love: The jukebox takes you back to those good old days and has a playlist that any ipod would die for. The patrons look the part - your fedora would fit right in here. And the drinks off the classic menu are impeccably crafted and served. Click through just to see a photo of this stunning space, and definitely put it on the list for your next visit to Denver. The 21st Amendment never looked so good.