Dougherty’s Neighborhood Pub is a three month old business located in the heart of my favorite Denver retail stretch. At South Broadway and Ellsworth they’re within blocks of the Mayan Theater, Swift’s Steak House, Sputnik, the Hi-Dive, and the many fine used bookstores.

Formerly a small pizza joint, Dougherty’s has refurbished the interior into two sections: A medium sized dining room with knotty light piny stained wooden chairs and tables, and on the east side a large bar with pool table for socializing.

Many in the neighborhood have been frequenting this new place, but the dining area hasn’t been quite as popular as the bar. (Probably true with many Irish pubs.) I had their lunch special:  ham and cheese on Irish flatbread served with potato soup for $4.95. Because it was early Saturday the patrons were light, so our server was attentive and the chef came out for a visit.  However lack of sleep and coffee prevented me from remembering either of their names. They have a hearty menu, and dinners range from $8-$18.

I can’t find any website for them yet, but here’s a couple of reviews from Yelp. They’re at 5 East Ellsworth, at South Broadway and Ellsworth next to Freaky’s.