The Sink

The Sink serves classic cocktails and craft beer at 1165 13th St, with Lavender Southside, Nina-Rita, and Harissa Bloody Mary among its named drinks.
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- Address
- 1165 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302
- Phone
- +1 303 444 7465
- Website
- thesink.com

Lavender Southside and craft beer on 13th St
Lavender Southside, Nina-Rita, and Harissa Bloody Mary give cocktail drinkers named starting points, while classic cocktails and craft beer keep the order broad. The Sink sits at 1165 13th St in Boulder.
Booth seating, communal tables, and live music
Booth seating and communal tables make this casual bar workable for pairs or groups. A lively room with live music suits plans where conversation can share space with a louder setting.
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives credit
Historic-building character adds context beyond the bar order. Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives featured it as a bar in 2026, a useful signal for readers tracking TV-recognized stops.
Category Peers
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sink | pub | $$ | , | Central Boulder - University Hill |
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Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
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- Well Known
- Lively
- Rustic
- Energetic
- After Work
- Group Outing
- Casual Hangout
- Historic Building
- Live Music
- Booth Seating
- Communal Tables
- Classic Cocktails
- Craft Beer
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Funky, historic atmosphere with lively counterculture murals, graffiti-covered ceilings, and a lively student hangout vibe.














