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These are the top 10 spots we’d recommend to our best friend visiting Denver. No fluff, just culinary greatness at different price points.

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These are the top 10 spots we’d recommend to our best friend visiting Denver. No fluff, just culinary greatness at different price points.

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Ragin' Hog BBQ

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🍗 BBQ

Highlands

4.7
Ragin' Hog BBQ serves authentic Southern-style smoked meats with housemade sauces in a cozy, casual Berkeley neighborhood spot.
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Pit Fiend Barbecue

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🍗 BBQ

RiNo

4.8
Pit Fiend Barbecue serves bold Texas-style BBQ with a D&D-themed casual vibe in Denver’s North Denver neighborhood, perfect for meat lovers and game fans.
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Mama Jo's Chicken, Biscuits, BBQ

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🍗 BBQ

City Park

4.5
Mama Jo's delivers authentic Southern barbecue and crispy chicken biscuits in a casual Central neighborhood setting, beloved for rich flavors and hearty portions.
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BBQ Daddy’s

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🍗 BBQ

Downtown

4.9
BBQ Daddy’s delivers authentic Texas-style barbecue with smoky brisket and rich sauces in a casual Central neighborhood setting.
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Yazoo BBQ Company

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🍗 BBQ

RiNo

4.5
Yazoo BBQ Company delivers authentic pecan wood-smoked barbecue in a cozy RiNo spot with a lively bar and full-service upstairs deck.
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Kealoha's BBQ

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🍗 BBQ

Downtown

4.8
Kealoha's BBQ offers authentic Hawaiian BBQ and fried meats with rice, burgers, and shrimp tacos in a lively Central Business District food stand.
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Smok Barbecue

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🍗 BBQ

RiNo

4.5
Smok Barbecue delivers regional BBQ classics with craft cocktails in a rustic-chic setting within the vibrant RiNo neighborhood.
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Post Oak Barbecue

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🍗 BBQ

Tennyson

4.6
Post Oak Barbecue offers classic Texas-style BBQ with a laid-back vibe in Berkeley, featuring smoky meats and cozy wood-and-brick interiors.
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Roaming Buffalo Bar-B-Que

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🍗 BBQ

South Denver

4.6
Cowboy-style barbecue with brightly hued walls, an open kitchen, and signature smoked meats in South Denver’s vibrant scene.
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Alteño

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🌮 Mexican

Cherry Creek

4.7
Alteño offers a trendy Mexican dining experience in Cherry Creek with standout dishes like jalapeño cornbread and avocado margaritas.
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Jacks on Pearl

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🥩 Steakhouse

Wash Park

4.7
Jacks on Pearl delivers an upscale steakhouse experience in South Denver with award-winning filet mignon, dry-aged sashimi, and a trendy cozy vibe.
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Kumoya

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🍣 Japanese

Highlands

4.4
Kumoya delivers an upscale Japanese dining experience in the Highlands with fresh sushi, inventive flavors, and a trendy, cozy ambiance.
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Satchel's on 6th

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🍴 Contemporary

Central Park

4.5
Cozy spot in Central Denver serving farm-fresh American dishes with a curated wine list and an inviting, intimate atmosphere.
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El Five

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🥙 Mediterranean

LoHi

4.5
El Five delivers vibrant Spanish and Eastern Mediterranean small plates in a trendy Highland rooftop setting with stunning city views and lively atmosphere.
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Root Down

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🍴 Contemporary

LoHi

4.6
Root Down is a vibrant LoHi spot offering creative American small plates and drinks in a funky art-filled setting.
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Mizuna

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🍴 Contemporary

Cap Hill

4.6
Mizuna delivers creative New American cuisine with exquisite tasting menus in an intimate, cozy setting of Denver’s Cap Hill neighborhood.
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Corinne Denver

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🍴 Contemporary

Downtown

4.7
Corinne Denver offers an upscale American dining experience with a warm ambiance in Downtown's stylish Le Méridien hotel.
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Toro

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🌽 Latin American

Cherry Creek

4.4
Toro offers stylish Pan-Latin cuisine with Asian twists, creative cocktails, and a sleek patio in Denver’s upscale Cherry Creek hotel.
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Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar

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🦞 Seafood

LoDo

4.6
Upscale seafood destination in Denver’s LoDo serving fresh oysters, creative cocktails, and a stylish, relaxed atmosphere.
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Blue Island Oyster Bar

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🦞 Seafood

Cherry Creek

4.6
Blue Island Oyster Bar offers polished seafood and a raw bar in a nautical setting, featuring craft cocktails and beer in Denver's Cherry Creek.
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Ocean Prime

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🦞 Seafood

LoDo

4.6
Ocean Prime is a luxurious Denver spot offering classic steak and seafood in an elegant setting with a long wine list and refined cocktails.
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801 Fish

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🦞 Seafood

Downtown

4.4
801 Fish offers an exceptional seafood dining experience in the heart of downtown, famous for oysters, fresh seafood dishes, and elegant ambiance.
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Fish N Beer

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🦞 Seafood

RiNo

4.7
Fish N Beer serves fresh oysters, grilled fish, and creative seafood dishes in a cozy, retro space with a full bar, perfect for seafood lovers in Denver.
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HashTAG - Downtown

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🥞 Brunch

Downtown

4.6
HashTAG Downtown Denver serves vibrant and creative brunch and breakfast in a lively, welcoming atmosphere with standout dishes and attentive service.
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Rioja

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🥙 Mediterranean

Lodo

4.6
Locally sourced Mediterranean dishes and wines energize the vibrant Larimer Square space of Rioja, a must-visit in Denver's culinary scene.
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Cart-Driver RiNo

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🍝 Italian

RiNo

4.7
Intimate spot in Denver’s RiNo offering Southern Italian wood-fired pizzas, fresh oysters, and craft cocktails in a cozy, trendy setting.
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Cart Driver Lo-Hi

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🍝 Italian

LoHi

4.6
Unique wood-fired pizzas, fresh oysters, and natural wines create a trendy, cozy dining atmosphere in Denver’s LoHi neighborhood.
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Safta

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🥙 Mediterranean

RiNo

4.5
Safta offers modern Middle Eastern dining in a stylish setting at The Source Hotel, renowned for wood-fired pita and vibrant shared plates.
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A5 Steakhouse

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🥩 Steakhouse

LoDo

4.5
A5 Steakhouse offers a sophisticated steak and seafood experience in a stylish setting, renowned for premium cuts and innovative cocktails.
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Water Grill Denver

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🦞 Seafood

LoDo

4.5
Sophisticated Denver seafood spot boasting a daily-updated menu and extensive raw-bar options in an upscale, trendy atmosphere.
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The Capital Grille

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🥩 Steakhouse

LoDo

4.7
Upscale steakhouse in Denver’s Larimer Square serving classic American fare with an elegant clubby atmosphere.
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Guard and Grace

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🍴 Contemporary

Downtown

4.7
Modern steakhouse in Denver offering exquisite chops, small plates, fine wines, a raw bar, and a stylish patio atmosphere.
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Glo Noodle House

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🍜 Ramen

Tennyson

4.7
Glo Noodle House serves vibrant, flavorful ramen and Asian dishes in a cozy, trendy West Highland setting with great drinks and lively vibes.
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The Ginger Pig

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🥡 Chinese

Tennyson

4.4
The Ginger Pig offers a vibrant Asian fusion in Denver’s Berkeley neighborhood with standout Korean fried chicken and a cozy, trendy vibe.
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La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal

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🌮 Mexican

LoDo

4.4
La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal is a hip Mexican spot in Denver serving authentic pozole, tacos, and cocktails in a cozy, dimly-lit setting.
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MAKfam

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🥡 Chinese

Baker

4.6
MAKfam delivers bold, authentic Chinese cuisine with a hip-hop vibe in Denver’s Baker neighborhood, featuring standout bao buns and spicy noodles.

Saved Nightlife

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Kisbee on the Roof

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🏙️ Rooftop

Heading

3.9
Kisbee on the Roof offers a vibrant rooftop bar experience with mountain views, a poolside vibe, and approachable food in Denver's Cherry Creek.

Lion's Lair

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🍺 Dive Bar

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4.4
Lion's Lair is a cozy dive bar on Denver's Colfax Ave known for live punk music, canned beers, and an edgy, intimate nightlife vibe.

Bar Max

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

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4.7
Bar Max is a cozy, trendy Denver lounge with handcrafted cocktails, a vast gin and whisky collection, and a welcoming, plant-filled atmosphere.

Milwaukee Street Tavern

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🏈 Sports Bar

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4.4
Milwaukee Street Tavern is a cozy below-street-level pub in Cherry Creek with classic pub grub, cold beer, lively sports, and mini-bowling fun.

The Bar Car

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🍺 Dive Bar

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4.5
The Bar Car blends dive bar vibes with a train travel theme, offering craft cocktails and delicious pizza in Denver's Central neighborhood.

P S Lounge

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🍺 Dive Bar

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4.4
P S Lounge delivers an old-school dive bar vibe with cash-only charm, free shots, and jukebox tunes.

Ay Papi

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

Heading

4.1
Ay Papi serves vibrant Latin-inspired cocktails in Cherry Creek with a trendy, cozy vibe and lively music to elevate Denver nights.

Lost Lake Lounge

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🎶 Live Music

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4.5
Lost Lake Lounge is a dark dive bar with vintage vibes, craft cocktails, and a local indie music stage in Denver's vibrant Central neighborhood.

The Pearl

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🎶 Live Music

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4.6
The Pearl is a vibrant lesbian bar in Denver offering live music, lively dance floors, creative cocktails, and a welcoming, spirited queer community vibe.

The Retro Room

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

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4.4
The Retro Room Lounge fuses vintage vibe with cocktails, bar snacks, and salon services, creating a uniquely eclectic Denver nightspot.

Star Bar

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🍺 Dive Bar

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3.9
Star Bar, a beloved pub since 1959, offers a vibrant mix of beer, spirits, karaoke, and classic bar games in a lively Denver setting.

Two Moons Music Hall

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🎶 Live Music

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4.6
Two Moons Music Hall offers eclectic live music, craft cocktails, and a cozy, trendy vibe in Denver's vibrant RiNo district.

Larimer Lounge

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🎶 Live Music

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4.5
Larimer Lounge pulses with live bands, DJs, and electronic beats, creating a vibrant and intimate Denver music hotspot for nightlife lovers.

Herb's Hideout

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🎶 Live Music

Heading

4.2
Herb's Hideout is a lively dive nightclub offering energetic live music, dancing, and a no-frills atmosphere.

The Horseshoe Lounge

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🍺 Dive Bar

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4.5
The Horseshoe Lounge offers a lively vibe with a 30-ft dice bar, tasty pizza, pool tables, and a relaxed patio in Denver’s Uptown.

715 Club

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🍺 Dive Bar

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4.4
715 Club is a lively RiNo dive with DJs, hip hop nights, a casual patio, and tasty pizza, perfect for parties and craft beer lovers.

Bar Standard

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🪩 Nightclub

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4.1
Bar Standard is a lively dance club in Denver with DJs spinning Latin beats and techno, featuring a rooftop deck for a night vibes boost.

The 1up Arcade Bar - Colfax

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🎯 Game Bar

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4.6
Classic arcade bar with dozens of pinball and video games, live music, great drinks, and a lively atmosphere on Denver's vibrant Colfax Ave.

Denver Sweet

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🏙️ Rooftop

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4.4
Denver Sweet is an energetic LGBTQ-friendly rooftop bar with a bear theme, offering lively dancing and a welcoming atmosphere.

Your Mom's House Denver

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🎶 Live Music

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4.4
Your Mom's House Denver delivers an energetic live music experience with a lit dance floor, pro sound system, and a welcoming vibe for music lovers.

Blue Ice

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🪩 Nightclub

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4.1
Blue Ice is a lively Baker nightclub and martini bar known for salsa nights, happy hour, and vibrant Latin music.

The Church Nightclub

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🪩 Nightclub

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3.7
Renovated 1865 church turned nightclub with multiple rooms playing diverse music for dynamic Denver nightlife.

Temple Nightclub Denver

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🪩 Nightclub

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3.8
Temple Nightclub Denver pulses with high-tech lighting, touring DJs, and lively bottle service, delivering an unforgettable dance experience downtown.

The Black Box

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🪩 Nightclub

Heading

4.6
The Black Box is Denver's underground hotspot, famed for its powerful sound system, energetic DJ sets, and a lively smoking patio.

Pour House on Market

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🏈 Sports Bar

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4.4
Pour House on Market delivers lively rooftop vibes, numerous taps, and classic bar grub for sports fans and casual drinkers in Denver.