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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.

Saved Nightlife

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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Terreno Macizo

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$

🛋️ Lounge

Heading

3.8
Terreno Macizo electrifies Denver’s nightlife with lively dancing, live performances, and a solid mix of cocktails, beer, and wine in a trendy atmosphere.

The Monkey Barrel

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🎯 Game Bar

Heading

4.2
The Monkey Barrel is a laid-back neighborhood beer bar in Denver’s Sunnyside, known for local brews, handmade burgers, and vibrant live music.

Semiprecious

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$$

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Heading

4.9
Semiprecious serves inventive cocktails in a cozy, unpretentious Sunnyside spot blending friendly neighborhood vibes with artisanal drinkcraft.

Golden Hour Wine Bar & Social Club

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🍷 Wine Bar

Heading

4.5
Golden Hour Wine Bar invites wine lovers to savor diverse selections, cozy vibes, and great cocktails in Denver's trendy Highlands neighborhood.

The Devil’s Drink

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

Heading

4.7
The Devil’s Drink offers a cozy, trendy vibe with a crafty cocktail menu focused on espresso martinis, perfect for lively evenings in Denver's Highlands.

Marisela's Night Club

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🛋️ Lounge

Heading

4.0
Marisela's Night Club energizes Denver with live music, great cocktails, and a trendy atmosphere perfect for groups and dancing into the night.

Lady Jane

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

Heading

4.6
Lady Jane offers craft cocktails, wine, and beer in a modern, chic space with wood accents and abundant plants in Denver's LoHi scene.

Cirrus Social Club

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🌿 Cannabis Bar

Heading

4.9
Cirrus Social Club offers an upscale sesh experience with elegant vibes, live music, tasty food, and expert cannabis service in Congress Park.

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

Heading

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

Heading

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

Heading

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

Heading

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

Heading

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

Forget Me Not

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

Heading

4.0
Forget Me Not dazzles with expertly crafted cocktails, lively DJ nights, and a chic Cherry Creek vibe perfect for nights out and celebrations.

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

Heading

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

Heading

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

Heading

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

Heading

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.

Olympus Discotheque

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🛋️ Lounge

Heading

4.0
Olympus Discotheque pulses with trendy nightlife energy, great cocktails, and a lively vibe in Denver's North area.

Two Moons Music Hall

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🎶 Live Music

Heading

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

Heading

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

Heading

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.