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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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Tasty Pot

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🍚 Asian Fusion

Highlands

4.9
Tasty Pot delivers exceptional Taiwanese hot pot with bold flavors, generous portions, and a vibrant LoHi atmosphere, ideal for families and groups.
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Anise

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🍲 Vietnamese

Cap Hill

4.6
Laid-back spot serving fresh Vietnamese dishes, weekend brunch, and a curated selection of Japanese whiskies in a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
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Uncle

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🍜 Ramen

Highlands

4.5
Changing menu spot known for ramen and pork belly, served from behind a centerpiece chef’s counter in a cozy, trendy Highlands setting.
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Mizu Izakaya

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🍣 Japanese

Highlands

4.4
Artsy Japanese tavern serving creative yakitori, sushi, and small plates alongside sake, cocktails, and beer in a trendy setting.
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SuperMegaBien

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🌽 Latin American

RiNo

4.6
Cool hotel restaurant serving Latin American plates on dim-sum-style carts in cozy, trendy digs.
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Mecha Noodle Bar

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🍚 Asian Fusion

RiNo

4.6
Mecha Noodle Bar delivers bold Vietnamese-Japanese noodle dishes with creative bao buns and a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere in RiNo.
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ChoLon - Sloan’s Lake

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🍚 Asian Fusion

Sloan’s Lake

4.1
ChoLon Sloan’s Lake delivers fresh Asian fusion dishes featuring crave-worthy dumplings and bao buns in a trendy, welcoming setting.
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ChoLon - Downtown

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🍚 Asian Fusion

LoDo

4.4
Chef Lon Symensma crafts elegant Southeast Asian dishes with European flair in a sleek, upscale setting at ChoLon’s downtown location.
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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

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🍗 BBQ

Downtown

4.7
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ offers interactive yakiniku dining with fresh meats, vibrant cocktails, and a lively yet relaxed atmosphere.
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Smokin Yard's BBQ

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🍗 BBQ

Baker

4.7
Smokin Yard's BBQ serves hearty Southern barbecue classics with a relaxed vibe and a lively bar in Denver’s Baker neighborhood.
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The Jerk Pit Smokehouse

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🍗 BBQ

Highlands

4.6
The Jerk Pit Smokehouse delivers authentic Caribbean barbecue in Highland with smoky brisket, jerk chicken, and vibrant sides in a casual, family-run spot.
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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 Downtown 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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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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Chain Reaction Brewing Company

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.7
Chain Reaction Brewing Company offers a lively local brewery vibe with a diverse beer selection, sunny patios, and community-focused events.

Banded Oak Brewing Company

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.7
Cozy taproom famed for barrel-aged beers and a comfy patio perfect for enjoying Denver's relaxed craft beer vibe.

Ratio Beerworks - Overland

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.6
Ratio Beerworks - Overland delivers a lively brewery experience with distinctive craft beers and a welcoming community vibe in Denver's Overland area.

Crazy Mountain Brewery

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.5
Crazy Mountain Brewery offers a lively taproom with housemade craft beers, live music, and a vibrant atmosphere in Denver’s historic downtown.

Larimer Beer Hall

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🥨 Beer Hall

Heading

4.1
Larimer Beer Hall offers a trendy beer hall vibe with craft draft brews, hearty burgers, and unique antler chandeliers in a cool brick-lined space.

Our Mutual Friend Brewing

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.5
Our Mutual Friend Brewing offers diverse craft beers in an art-covered, vibrant RiNo space with a lively patio and local artistic flair.

River North Brewery - Blake Street Taproom

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.7
River North Brewery offers a vibrant taproom with eclectic IPAs and barrel-aged beers in Denver's industrial River North Art District.

Baere Brewing Company

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.7
Baere Brewing Company is a welcoming Denver brewery offering hop-forward IPAs, smooth sours, and a relaxed venue with friendly vibes and fun golf simulator.

Odell Brewing Five Points Brewhouse

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.7
Odell Brewing Five Points Brewhouse offers a pub-style brewery experience in RiNo with unique craft beers, rooftop seating, and a lively atmosphere.

Novel Strand Brewing Company

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.5
Novel Strand Brewing blends craft beers and Honduran coffee in a welcoming space, praised for unique brews and community vibe in Denver’s Baker.

Stem Ciders – RiNo Taproom

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.6
Stem Ciders RiNo offers crafted hard ciders and a lively atmosphere with live music in Denver's vibrant RiNo district.

Monolith Brewing

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.9
Monolith Brewing crafts an inviting atmosphere in Denver’s South Broadway with exceptional beers, cocktails on draft, and a friendly neighborhood vibe.

Raíces Brewing Company

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.7
Raíces Brewing Company offers a lively Latino-owned brewery vibe in Denver with craft beers, food trucks, live music, and a festive atmosphere.

Cerebral Brewing - West Highland

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.9
Cerebral Brewing in Denver's West Highlands offers a lively brewery experience with excellent IPAs, friendly staff, and a welcoming LGBTQ+ vibe.

Cerebral Brewing

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.7
Cerebral Brewing offers a lively, science-themed taproom in Congress Park with expertly crafted hazy IPAs, West Coast styles, and lagers.

Renegade Brewing

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.6
Renegade Brewing blends rustic warehouse vibes with house-crafted beers in Denver’s Central neighborhood taproom.

Westbound & Down Brewing Company

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.7
Westbound & Down Brewing Company offers a trendy, casual brewpub experience in downtown Denver with stellar IPAs, cozy alley seating, and great vibes.

Cohesion Brewing

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.8
Cohesion Brewing offers authentic Czech-style lagers in a modern taproom with spacious indoor and dog-friendly outdoor patios in Denver.

Rhein Haus Denver

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🎯 Game Bar

Heading

4.3
Rhein Haus Denver is a lively German beer hall with unique brews, housemade pretzels, sausages, and bocce courts in a casual urban setting.

Oskar Blues Grill & Brew - Denver

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🎶 Live Music

Heading

4.4
Oskar Blues Grill & Brew pairs craft beers with Southern-inspired American eats in a lively Denver saloon featuring live music.

Woods Boss Brewing Company

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.8
Woods Boss Brewing Company offers a vibrant taproom with diverse craft beers, cozy vibes, and a welcoming atmosphere in Denver's North neighborhood.

Seedstock Brewery

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.9
Seedstock Brewery crafts Eastern European-style beers in a laid-back taproom with a spacious patio, perfect for chilling in Denver's vibrant scene.

Wynkoop Brewing Company

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.3
Wynkoop Brewing Company is Denver's original brewpub delivering craft beers and New American pub grub in a lively pool hall setting.

Denver Beer Co. Platte Street

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.6
Denver Beer Co. Platte Street offers a lively brewery taproom with a dog-friendly beer garden, industrial vibe, and rotating food trucks.

Prost Brewing Company

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🍻 Brewery

Heading

4.4
Prost Brewing Company offers authentic German-style beers with a casual vibe and a patio boasting stunning Denver skyline views.