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Triple Nickel Tavern
Triple Nickel Tavern in Colorado Springs, Colorado remains open as of October 2026 — 10 years after its Bar Rescue episode first aired. 98% of the 141 rescued bars with a recorded closing date did not last as long.
The episode
| Status | Still open (as of October 2026) |
|---|---|
| Episode | "Punk as a Drunk" |
| Season | Season 5, Episode 12 |
| Originally aired | November 13, 2016 |
| Original name | Triple Nickel Tavern |
| Location | Colorado Springs, Colorado |
| Address | 103 S Wahsatch Ave Colorado Springs, CO 80903 |
| @triplenickeltavern | |
| Yelp | View on Yelp · 3.9★ from 28 reviews |
| Google reviews | Read reviews on Google |
Key dates
- November 13, 2016Bar Rescue episode “Punk as a Drunk” airs — Jon Taffer's rescue of Triple Nickel Tavern, filmed earlier.
The rescue
Jon Taffer kept the name Triple Nickel Tavern for the relaunch.
The bar has moved to a location across the street from its previous site. Reviews are positive, with compliments for the friendly staff, atmosphere and drink offerings.
What happened next
Business increased steadily after the rescue, and the bar later moved to a new location across the street from its original site. Its live music proved popular with patrons, and reviews praised the friendly staff, atmosphere and drinks. The Triple Nickel Tavern remains open in Colorado Springs, rated 4 stars on Yelp and 4.5 stars on Google.
Quick answers
Is Triple Nickel Tavern still open?
Triple Nickel Tavern in Colorado Springs, Colorado remains open as of October 2026 — 10 years after its Bar Rescue episode first aired. 98% of the 141 rescued bars with a recorded closing date did not last as long.
Where is Triple Nickel Tavern located?
Triple Nickel Tavern is located at 103 S Wahsatch Ave Colorado Springs, CO 80903.
Sources: Reality TV Revisited · Reality TV Updates · Yelp · Wikipedia episode list. Compiled October 2026; cross-checked against local reporting and each bar's own web presence where available.
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