Best Restaurants in Denver

From chic rooftop eateries in LoHi to cozy, hidden gems in historic neighborhoods like Capitol Hill and Larimer Square, discover Denverโ€™s most-loved spots.

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๐Ÿฅ˜๐Ÿœ Explore by Cuisine

Whether youโ€™re craving sushi, tacos, or artisan pastries, pick your flavor and weโ€™ll guide you to Denverโ€™s tastiest dining destinations.

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Denver Curated Favorites

The top spots weโ€™d recommend to our best friend visiting Denver. No fluff.

RESTAURANTFish N Beer

Fish N Beer

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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.
RESTAURANTChez Maggy

Chez Maggy

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LoDo

4.4
Chez Maggy is a modern French restaurant known for its refined French cuisine, cozy upscale ambiance, and standout dishes french classics.
RESTAURANTBeckon

Beckon

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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RiNo

4.7
Beckon is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Denver's RiNo district, offering intimate chefโ€™s counter dining with seasonal tasting menus.
RESTAURANTAce Eat Serve

Ace Eat Serve

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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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Uptown

4.3
Ace Eat Serve brings Pan-Asian flavors, cocktails, and lively ping pong fun in a trendy Central neighborhood spot with a juice bar twist.
RESTAURANTSacred Society

Sacred Society

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Highlands

4.6
Sacred Society is a serene coffee shop and wellness hub serving rich coffee, healthy food, and immersive self-care experiences in West Highlandโ€™s cozy space.
RESTAURANTCorsica Wine Bar

Corsica Wine Bar

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RiNo

4.4
Corsica Wine Bar offers upscale small plates and curated wines in a cozy, romantic RiNo setting with attentive service and a trendy vibe.
RESTAURANTSushi by Scratch Denver

Sushi by Scratch Denver

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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Downtown

4.8
Sushi by Scratch delivers an intimate omakase experience with impeccably fresh sushi and expert sake pairings in a cozy, trendy speakeasy atmosphere.
RESTAURANTMolotov Kitschen + Cocktails

Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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City Park

4.6
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails serves creative Ukrainian fare with inventive cocktails in a cozy, modern setting along Colfax Avenue.
RESTAURANTJovaninaโ€™s Broken Italian

Jovaninaโ€™s Broken Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

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LoDo

4.4
Warm Italian eatery in Denver with exposed brick, wood-fired pizzas, housemade pasta, cocktails, and a cozy upscale vibe.
RESTAURANTThe PZA

The PZA

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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Central Park

4.8
The PZA delivers top-tier New York-style pizza with a cult following, known for quality pies, wings, and a casual, trendy vibe.
RESTAURANTJacks on Pearl

Jacks on Pearl

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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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.
RESTAURANTKumoya

Kumoya

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

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Highlands

4.4
Kumoya delivers an upscale Japanese dining experience in the Highlands with fresh sushi, inventive flavors, and a trendy, cozy ambiance.

Japanese Precision Meets American Wagyu in LoDo

A5 Steakhouse in LoDo brings Japanese precision to American Wagyu, serving buttery dry-aged ribeye and other premium cuts in a sleek, teak-lined dining room. Pair inventive sides with yuzu sours or smoky mezcal cocktails.

Michelin Awarded Restaurants

Indulge in Denverโ€™s most acclaimed fine dining, led by chefs whoโ€™ve earned Michelinโ€™s highest honor.

The Wolf's Tailor

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The Wolf's Tailor

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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Highlands

4.7
The Ginger Pig

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The Ginger Pig

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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Tennyson

4.4
MAKfam

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MAKfam

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Baker

4.6
Hop Alley

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Hop Alley

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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RiNo

4.6
Glo Noodle House

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Glo Noodle House

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Tennyson

4.7
Beckon

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Beckon

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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RiNo

4.7
BRUTร˜

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BRUTร˜

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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LoDo

4.7

๐Ÿก Explore by Neighborhood

Pick your Denver neighborhood โ€“ Downtown, RiNo, Highlands, Wash Park โ€“ and explore its best bars, bites, and hidden gems.

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Denver Eats

Enjoy neighborhood flavors, craft cocktails, and laid-back vibes at these must-try Denver Eats hotspots.

LoHi

Acova

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4.6

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Buckhorn Exchange

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4.4

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RiNo

Blue Sparrow Coffee

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4.6

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RiNo

Hop Alley

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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Del Frisco's Grille

Del Frisco's Grille

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿ” American

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Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.3
Del Frisco's Grille serves upscale steak, seafood, and cocktails in a trendy Cherry Creek setting with a rooftop patio.
Yardbird Table & Bar

Yardbird Table & Bar

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.1
Yardbird Table & Bar serves upscale Southern comfort food with standout fried chicken and waffles in a trendy, cozy RiNo setting.
Barolo Grill

Barolo Grill

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

๐ŸŒฑ Farm-to-Table

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Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.7
Barolo Grill serves upscale Northern Italian fare with an extensive wine list in an elegant, romantic Cherry Creek setting.
Ultreia

Ultreia

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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๐Ÿฅ˜ Spanish

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
Spanish and Portuguese small plates served in a cozy, mural-lined Union Station spot with great cocktails and lively atmosphere.
Izu-Sushi

Izu-Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿฅ— Health

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Capitol Hill

๐Ÿชด Congress Park

4.3
Izu-Sushi serves fresh sushi and noodle dishes in a cozy setting with vibrant red and white decor.
Pizza Cucina Denver

Pizza Cucina Denver

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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๐Ÿ” American

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Congress Park

๐Ÿชด Congress Park

4.9
Pizza Cucina Denver serves fresh, flavorful pizzas and comfort food in a cozy, casual spot with friendly service and vegetarian options.
Bar Red

Bar Red

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿ• Pizza

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.6
Bar Red offers cozy brick-walled vibes with Italian entrees, unique drinks, and occasional live music in an upscale casual setting.
The Kitchen American Bistro

The Kitchen American Bistro

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.5
The Kitchen American Bistro serves elevated international dishes and craft cocktails in an upscale, stylish downtown bistro setting.
Logan House Coffee

Logan House Coffee

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๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.2
Logan House Coffee delivers fast service and great coffee, perfect for a cozy breakfast or solo sip in the Central Business District.
Franks Bar-B-Que

Franks Bar-B-Que

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๐Ÿ— BBQ

๐Ÿ” American

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Sloanโ€™s Lake

๐Ÿšฒ Sloanโ€™s Lake

4.6
Franks Bar-B-Que offers authentic Texas-style meats and sides by the pound or combo plate with full-service BBQ catering.
Chopstickers

Chopstickers

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.5
Chopstickers delivers fresh, flavorful Asian dumplings and noodles with fast, friendly service in Denverโ€™s bustling Central Business District.
Go Fish Sushi Denver

Go Fish Sushi Denver

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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South Broadway

๐ŸŽธ South Broadway

4.5
Go Fish Sushi Denver is a lively sushi spot offering classic Japanese dishes, tempura, and a curated sake and wine list in a casual setting.
The Den Family Social Club

The Den Family Social Club

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.8
The Den Family Social Club offers a cozy coffee shop with a vibrant indoor playground, perfect for parents to relax while kids play.
The Lobby

The Lobby

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๐Ÿ” American

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RiNo

4.1
The Lobby serves American comfort food in a historic setting with a charming courtyard patio, offering a cozy, trendy brunch experience.
Amp Artisan Coffee

Amp Artisan Coffee

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.9
Amp Artisan Coffee serves expertly crafted lattes and creative drinks with a trendy vibe and friendly baristas in a welcoming spot near downtown.
Little Gingko Asian Cafe

Little Gingko Asian Cafe

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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿฅก Chinese

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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Cap Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.7
Quaint spot serving authentic Chinese and Japanese dishes with quick service and a cozy, casual vibe in the heart of the city.
Art Club Coffee

Art Club Coffee

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LoHi

๐Ÿธ LoHi

5
Art Club Coffee brews vibrant, creative coffee blends in a welcoming Highland space, perfect for lively mornings and casual meetups.
Maci Cafe

Maci Cafe

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿฅ— Health

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.6
Maci Cafe is a cozy brick-walled spot with a sunny patio, serving espresso drinks, gourmet sandwiches, fresh salads, and pastries.
Novo Coffee

Novo Coffee

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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๐Ÿป Brewpub

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.5
Novo Coffee serves expertly crafted espresso and pour-overs in a sleek, cozy shop with great snacks and a trendy vibe.
Stowaway Kitchen

Stowaway Kitchen

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.6
Stowaway Kitchen serves globally influenced breakfast and lunch with a full espresso bar in a cozy, trendy RiNo cafรฉ.
Charlie Brown's Bar & Grill

Charlie Brown's Bar & Grill

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿฅ– French

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.4
Charlie Brown's Bar & Grill is a beloved Cap Hill lounge with live piano sing-alongs, classic drinks, and a welcoming covered patio.
Mezcaleria Alma

Mezcaleria Alma

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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LoHi

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.9
Mezcaleria Alma offers elevated Mexican small plates paired with a vast mezcal selection in a trendy, cozy Highland spot.
ADOBO Restaurant & Bar

ADOBO Restaurant & Bar

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿป Brewpub

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.4
ADOBO Restaurant & Bar serves vibrant Filipino comfort food with craft cocktails and live music in a trendy West Highland spot.
Middle State Coffee

Middle State Coffee

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.6
Middle State Coffee offers expertly crafted coffee and cozy vibes in Highland, perfect for solo sips and casual work sessions.
Kin Nori Bar

Kin Nori Bar

$$$$

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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Tennyson

๐Ÿ“š Tennyson

4.9
Kin Nori Bar offers an intimate, high-end sushi experience with expertly crafted nigiri and sashimi, showcasing fresh ingredients in Berkeleyโ€™s trendy sushi scene.
La Pasadita Inn

La Pasadita Inn

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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North Denver

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.7
La Pasadita Inn serves traditional Mexican dishes with fast service and a cozy patio, offering an authentic and unpretentious dining vibe.
Syrup Downtown

Syrup Downtown

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.3
Syrup Downtown offers a hearty breakfast menu with sandwiches and salads, known for fast service and great coffee in a cozy, trendy setting.
The Wolf's Tailor

The Wolf's Tailor

$$$$

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.7
Innovative Denver restaurant featuring wild game, seasonal tasting menus, and cozy industrial ambiance for a unique dining experience.
Carl's Pizza

Carl's Pizza

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

๐Ÿ Italian

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.5
Carl's Pizza is a beloved neighborhood spot serving classic Italian pies and hearty pasta in a cozy, no-frills setting in West Highland.
Gaetano's

Gaetano's

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

โ˜• Coffee Shop

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.4
Gaetano's is a lively Italian spot with family roots, serving classic dishes and creative cocktails in a cozy, vibrant setting.
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

$$$

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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City Park

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.6
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails serves creative Ukrainian fare with inventive cocktails in a cozy, modern setting along Colfax Avenue.
MAKfam

MAKfam

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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Baker

๐Ÿ›ผ Baker

4.6
MAKfam delivers bold, authentic Chinese cuisine with a hip-hop vibe in Denverโ€™s Baker neighborhood, featuring standout bao buns and spicy noodles.
Hop Alley

Hop Alley

$$$

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.6
A hip Chinese restaurant in Denver known for modern shared plates, craft beer, cider, and clever cocktails in a trendy, cozy atmosphere.