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Explore Restaurants in Denver

Explore 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
Skills You'll Build
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
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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
Skills You'll Build
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
Skills You'll Build
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
Skills You'll Build
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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๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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RiNo

4.4
Skills You'll Build
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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$$$$

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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Downtown

4.8
Skills You'll Build
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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$$$

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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City Park

4.6
Skills You'll Build
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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$$$

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๐Ÿ Italian

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LoDo

4.4
Skills You'll Build
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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Central Park

4.8
Skills You'll Build
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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$$$$

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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Wash Park

4.7
Skills You'll Build
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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$$$

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

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Highlands

4.4
Skills You'll Build
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.

A5 Steakhouse

A5 Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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LoDo

4.5
Skills You'll Build
A5 Steakhouse offers a sophisticated steak and seafood experience in a stylish setting, renowned for premium cuts and innovative 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
Skills You'll Build
The Ginger Pig

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The Ginger Pig

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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Tennyson

4.4
Skills You'll Build
MAKfam

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MAKfam

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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Baker

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Hop Alley

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Hop Alley

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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RiNo

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Glo Noodle House

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Glo Noodle House

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๐Ÿœ Ramen

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Tennyson

4.7
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Beckon

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Beckon

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
BRUTร˜

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BRUTร˜

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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LoDo

4.7
Skills You'll Build

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.

Downtown

Panzano

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Uptown

Steuben's Uptown

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๐Ÿ” American

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Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar

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4.6

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Downtown

Buckhorn Exchange

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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West Saloon & Kitchen

West Saloon & Kitchen

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

๐Ÿ— BBQ

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Old-fashioned saloon-style spot serving hearty burgers, steaks, and beer with a lively patio in the Central Business District.
Sushi Den

Sushi Den

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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South Denver

๐Ÿ˜๏ธ South Denver

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Sushi Den serves fresh, daily-imported fish with a lively atmosphere and excellent service, a top choice for sushi lovers on Pearl Street.
Just BE Kitchen - Lohi

Just BE Kitchen - Lohi

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿฅ— Health

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.3
Skills You'll Build
Just BE Kitchen offers vibrant gluten-free American breakfast and lunch in a bright, casual space with quick counter service.
GAIA Masala & Burger LoDo

GAIA Masala & Burger LoDo

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๐Ÿ› Indian

๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.9
Skills You'll Build
GAIA Masala & Burger LoDo blends Indian spices with classic American comfort in a trendy, cozy spot with fast service and late-night hours.
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii serves tropical-inspired coffee and snacks in a casual Highlands spot with friendly staff and Hawaiian vibes.
Little Owl Coffee

Little Owl Coffee

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Little Owl Coffee offers craft espresso drinks with carefully sourced beans and fresh pastries in a cozy, casual atmosphere near Central neighborhood.
Metropolis Coffee

Metropolis Coffee

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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LoHi

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Metropolis Coffee brews exceptional coffee and espresso with a simple menu of pastries in a cozy, trendy Highlands cafรฉ.
Bar Red

Bar Red

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿ• Pizza

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Bar Red offers cozy brick-walled vibes with Italian entrees, unique drinks, and occasional live music in an upscale casual setting.
The Jerk Pit Smokehouse

The Jerk Pit Smokehouse

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.6
Skills You'll Build
The Jerk Pit Smokehouse delivers authentic Caribbean barbecue in Highland with smoky brisket, jerk chicken, and vibrant sides in a casual, family-run spot.
Odyssey Italian Restaurant

Odyssey Italian Restaurant

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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Baker

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Odyssey Italian Restaurant offers classic family recipes in a cozy, dimly lit setting with live music and an extensive wine list near Speer.
Uchi Denver

Uchi Denver

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Uchi Denver offers sublime sushi and sashimi paired with a robust drink menu and happy hour in a sleek, contemporary setting.
Blue Sushi Sake Grill

Blue Sushi Sake Grill

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Modern, clubby spot specializing in sushi and Japanese tapas with inventive cocktails in a lively downtown setting.
Brasserie Brixton

Brasserie Brixton

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๐Ÿฅ– French

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๐Ÿฅ– French

๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Brasserie Brixton serves French cuisine with a modern twist in a hip space with open kitchen and cozy bar vibes.
Handcraft Espresso

Handcraft Espresso

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Cap Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Handcraft Espresso serves expertly crafted coffee and fresh pastries in a cozy, trendy setting perfect for solo mornings or work breaks.
The Pig & The Sprout

The Pig & The Sprout

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
Skills You'll Build
The Pig & The Sprout serves contemporary American dishes and drinks in a lively bi-level space with multiple bars.
Chef Zorba's

Chef Zorba's

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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๐Ÿฅ™ Greek

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

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Capitol Hill

๐Ÿชด Congress Park

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Chef Zorba's serves Greek classics like gyros, moussaka, and huevos in a cozy spot with a sunny patio and a friendly neighborhood vibe.
Luca

Luca

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Luca serves high-end regional Italian cuisine with fresh handmade pastas and a cozy, rustic vibe in Capitol Hill.
Punch Bowl Social

Punch Bowl Social

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Baker

๐ŸŽธ South Broadway

4.2
Skills You'll Build
Punch Bowl Social blends Southern American gastropub eats with arcade games, bowling, and karaoke in a lively, game-filled atmosphere.
Whittier Cafe

Whittier Cafe

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Whittier Cafe is an artsy coffee shop with a lending library and cozy patio, serving espresso drinks and cafe fare in a welcoming vibe.
The Velvet Cellar

The Velvet Cellar

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฅ– French

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
The Velvet Cellar offers an upscale, cozy spot with innovative New American dishes and standout cocktails in the heart of downtown.
Cart-Driver RiNo

Cart-Driver RiNo

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Intimate spot in Denverโ€™s RiNo offering Southern Italian wood-fired pizzas, fresh oysters, and craft cocktails in a cozy, trendy setting.
HAZEL

HAZEL

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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South Broadway

๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Wash Park

4.4
Skills You'll Build
HAZEL is a cozy, trendy bar known for great cocktails, a lively atmosphere, and a unique local art vibe on South Pearl Street.
Taco Uprising

Taco Uprising

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Taco Uprising serves bold, fresh Mexican tacos and cocktails in a trendy, casual spot with a lively indoor/outdoor bar experience.
Campus Lounge

Campus Lounge

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

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South Broadway

๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Wash Park

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Campus Lounge is a lively spot featuring New American comfort food, classic cocktails, bar games, and a welcoming patio atmosphere.
The Weathervane Cafe

The Weathervane Cafe

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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City Park

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.8
Skills You'll Build
The Weathervane Cafe serves expertly crafted espresso drinks and hearty breakfast and lunch fare in a cozy, funky cafe setting.
Casablanca Restaurant

Casablanca Restaurant

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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Capitol Hill

๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Wash Park

4.2
Skills You'll Build
Casablanca Restaurant offers authentic Lebanese shawarma, falafel, and kebab sandwiches in a casual setting with friendly service.
Hudson Hill

Hudson Hill

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Hudson Hill is an intimate lounge blending cocktails, beer, wine, and nibbles in a casually cosmopolitan, cozy setting.
House 38 Cafe & Juice Bar

House 38 Cafe & Juice Bar

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ— Health

โ€ข

Highlands

๐Ÿ“š Tennyson

4.7
Skills You'll Build
House 38 Cafe & Juice Bar delivers fresh juices, smoothies, and cozy cafรฉ vibes in West Highlandโ€™s Plaza 38 for healthy bites and great coffee.
Urban Cafe & Restaurant

Urban Cafe & Restaurant

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿ Italian

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Downtown

๐Ÿ›ผ Baker

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Urban Cafe & Restaurant serves Mediterranean flavors with great coffee and a cozy, trendy atmosphere in a casual setting.
Pablo's Coffee - Penn Street

Pablo's Coffee - Penn Street

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Cap Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Pablo's Coffee serves globally roasted beans in a cozy cafe adorned with local art, perfect for coffee lovers seeking quality and ambiance.
Marco's Coal Fired | Ballpark

Marco's Coal Fired | Ballpark

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

๐Ÿ Italian

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Marco's Coal Fired delivers gourmet Neapolitan and NY-style coal-fired pizzas with a lively bar in a colorful setting near Coors Field.
Tacos Los Gueros

Tacos Los Gueros

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Tacos Los Gueros delivers quick, flavorful Mexican tacos with standout pastor and barbacoa in a casual West Highland spot.
Cafรฉ Zuri

Cafรฉ Zuri

$

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ– French

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Cafรฉ Zuri is a cozy, rustic coffee shop known for gourmet coffee, French pastries, and quiches in a warm local setting.

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