Best American Restaurants in Denver

Discover the best American restaurants in Denver, from modern diners to upscale grill spots serving juicy burgers, hearty comfort food, and classic eats.

Burgers, fries, wings, and hearty mains—these American spots are Denver staples.

Seasonal menus, local ingredients, and new-school takes on the classics.

Top 10 American Restaurants in Denver

Burgers, fries, wings, and hearty mains—these American spots are Denver staples.

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Encanto Cocina & Cantina

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• 🌮 Mexican

4.8

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Encanto Cocina & Cantina blends authentic Mexican flavors with a vibrant, cozy atmosphere and standout cocktails in a lively neighborhood hub.

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The PZA

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4.8

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The PZA delivers top-tier New York-style pizza with a cult following, known for quality pies, wings, and a casual, trendy vibe.

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Mario’s Speakeasy Pizza

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• 🍕 Pizza

4.6

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Mario’s Speakeasy Pizza offers late-night, authentic New York-style slices with a lively bar and rooftop seating, delivering a casual and vibrant urban vibe.

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Happy Camper Pizza

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• 🍕 Pizza

4.6

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Cool, outdoorsy pizza spot with a lively patio, cocktails, and brunch, perfect for relaxed dining and weekend vibes.

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Sushi Hai

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• 🍣 Sushi

4.4

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Sushi Hai delivers fresh, expertly crafted sushi with a trendy, multi-level vibe and an underground bar for a unique dining experience.

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Bamboo Sushi

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• 🍣 Sushi

4.6

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Bamboo Sushi delivers sustainable sushi and Japanese small plates in a modern, serene setting with inviting patio seating.

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Sushi Bay 17

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• 🍣 Sushi

4.4

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Relaxed spot blending modern decor with fresh sushi offerings and lunch specials, delivering a cozy vibe and lively karaoke room experience.

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Kin Nori Bar

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• 🍣 Sushi

4.9

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Kin Nori Bar offers an intimate, high-end sushi experience with expertly crafted nigiri and sashimi, showcasing fresh ingredients in Berkeley’s trendy sushi scene.

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Izakaya Den

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• 🍣 Japanese

4.7

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Hip izakaya serving intricate Japanese small plates with fresh sushi and stylish ambiance in a lively South Pearl Street setting.

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Foraged Restaurant

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• 🍣 Sushi

4.4

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Foraged Restaurant offers upscale sushi, craft cocktails, and omakase in a trendy bi-level setting with an intimate atmosphere.

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Yazoo BBQ Company

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• 🍗 BBQ

• RiNo

4.5

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Wildflower

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• 🌱 Farm-to-Table

• LoHi

4.7

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Water Grill Denver

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• 🦞 Seafood

• LoDo

4.5

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Uncle

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• 🍜 Ramen

• Highlands

4.5

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Ultreia

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• 🥘 Spanish

• LoDo

4.4

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Uchi Denver

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• 🍣 Sushi

• RiNo

4.6

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Best Burgers in Town

Smash burgers, fancy buns, and drool-worthy patties—these are the local go-tos.

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Ash'Kara

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• 🥙 Mediterranean

4.3

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Fire Restaurant

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• 🍴 Contemporary

4.5

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Jovanina’s

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• 🍝 Italian

4.4

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Linger

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• 🍚 Asian Fusion

4.5

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Mister Oso RiNo

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• 🌮 Mexican

4.3

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Stellar Jay

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• 🌱 Farm-to-Table

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Yazoo BBQ Company

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• RiNo

4.5

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Wildflower

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• LoHi

4.7

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Water Grill Denver

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• LoDo

4.5

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Uncle

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• Highlands

4.5

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Ultreia

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• 🥘 Spanish

• LoDo

4.4

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Uchi Denver

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• 🍣 Sushi

• RiNo

4.6

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Flagstaff House

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• 🍔 American

• Boulder

4.7

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Flagstaff House offers refined American fine dining perched atop Flagstaff Mountain with breathtaking window views, top-notch service, and a romantic, upscale atmosphere.

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Best American Restaurants in Denver

Discover the best American restaurants in Denver, from modern diners to upscale grill spots serving juicy burgers, hearty comfort food, and classic eats.

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Encanto Cocina & Cantina

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Happy Camper Pizza

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