Best Restaurants in Denver

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

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Denver Curated Favorites

The top spots we’d recommend to our best friend visiting Denver. No fluff.

Fish N Beer

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.
Chez Maggy

Chez Maggy

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$$$

🥖 French

LoDo

4.4
Chez Maggy is a modern French restaurant in Denver’s Central neighborhood, known for its refined French cuisine, cozy upscale ambiance, and standout dishes.
Beckon

Beckon

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$$$$

🥂 Fine Dining

RiNo

4.7
Beckon is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Denver's RiNo district, offering intimate chef’s counter dining with seasonal tasting menus and expertly curated drink pairings.
Flora House

Flora House

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$$$

🍳 Breakfast

Capitol Hill

4.8
Flora House Denver offers charming Victorian B&B rooms with Wi-Fi, kitchenettes, a garden, and hot tub near City Park and Botanic Gardens.
Ace Eat Serve

Ace Eat Serve

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$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

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.
Sacred Society

Sacred Society

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☕ Coffee Shop

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 Highland’s cozy space.
Corsica Wine Bar

Corsica Wine Bar

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$$$

🍷 Wine Bar

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.
Sushi by Scratch Denver

Sushi by Scratch Denver

$

$$$$

🍣 Sushi

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.
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

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$$$

🍴 Contemporary

City Park

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

Jovanina’s

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$$$

🍝 Italian

LoDo

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

The PZA

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$

🍕 Pizza

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.
Jacks on Pearl

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.
Kumoya

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.

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, all delivered with polished, unobtrusive service for an elevated steakhouse experience.

Michelin Star Restaurants

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The Wolf's Tailor

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🥂 Fine Dining

Highlands

4.7
The Ginger Pig

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The Ginger Pig

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🥡 Chinese

Tennyson

4.4
MAKfam

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MAKfam

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🥡 Chinese

Baker

4.6
La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal

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La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal

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🌮 Mexican

LoDo

4.4
Hop Alley

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Hop Alley

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🥡 Chinese

RiNo

4.6
Glo Noodle House

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Glo Noodle House

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🍜 Ramen

Tennyson

4.7
Beckon

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Beckon

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🥂 Fine Dining

RiNo

4.7
BRUTØ

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BRUTØ

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🥂 Fine Dining

LoDo

4.7
Alma Fonda Fina

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Alma Fonda Fina

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🌮 Mexican

LoHi

4.8
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Denver's Best Patios

Enjoy golden hour, cocktails, and mountain views at these top-tier outdoor dining destinations in Denver.

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Fire Restaurant

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🍴 Contemporary

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Uchi Denver

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🥙 Mediterranean

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Spices Cafe

Spices Cafe

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.7
Spices Cafe serves classic American favorites like burgers and sandwiches in a casual spot with a welcoming patio.
Red Square Euro Bistro

Red Square Euro Bistro

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.7
Red Square Euro Bistro offers sophisticated Russian dishes and a vast selection of imported and infused vodkas in a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
Acova

Acova

$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍴 Contemporary

🍔 American

🍷 Wine Bar

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Acova offers contemporary Italian and global dishes with a cozy wooden interior and lively patio in the LoHi neighborhood.
Huckleberry Roasters

Huckleberry Roasters

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥐 Café & Bakery

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.7
Huckleberry Roasters brews exceptional coffee amid Larimer Square’s cozy, trendy ambiance, perfect for breakfast and solo laptop work.
Odie B's Sunnyside

Odie B's Sunnyside

$$

🍳 Breakfast

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.6
Odie B's Sunnyside delivers bold, flavorful breakfast and lunch sandwiches with vegan options in a lively, casual Sunnyside setting.
Shells and Sauce

Shells and Sauce

$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🥞 Brunch

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🦞 Seafood

Central Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.5
Shells and Sauce is a lively trattoria offering classic and creative Italian dishes, plus brunch and rooftop happy hour.
Aloy Modern Thai

Aloy Modern Thai

$$

🍜 Thai

🍜 Thai

🍴 Contemporary

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
Aloy Modern Thai serves contemporary Thai dishes with craft cocktails in a stylish, cozy setting in LoDo.
Huckleberry Roasters

Huckleberry Roasters

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Health

S. Broadway

🎸 South Broadway

4.6
Huckleberry Roasters crafts great coffee and cozy vibes with organic bites in the charming Baker neighborhood, perfect for solo coffee lovers.
Guard and Grace

Guard and Grace

$$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.7
Modern steakhouse in Denver offering exquisite chops, small plates, fine wines, a raw bar, and a stylish patio atmosphere.
Ultreia

Ultreia

$$

🥙 Mediterranean

🥘 Spanish

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.4
Spanish and Portuguese small plates served in a cozy, mural-lined Union Station spot with great cocktails and lively atmosphere.
Del Frisco's Grille

Del Frisco's Grille

$$$$

🥩 Steakhouse

🥩 Steakhouse

🦞 Seafood

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

🍔 American

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.3
Del Frisco's Grille serves upscale steak, seafood, and cocktails in a trendy Cherry Creek setting with a rooftop patio.
Gyros town

Gyros town

$$

🥙 Mediterranean

🥙 Greek

🥙 Mediterranean

RiNo

🥂 LoDo

4.1
Gyros town offers casual Greek eats with fast service, featuring tender gyros, lamb combos, and a lively food truck vibe.
Aquarium Restaurant

Aquarium Restaurant

$$

🦞 Seafood

🦞 Seafood

🥩 Steakhouse

🍸 Cocktail Bar

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.4
Aquarium Restaurant offers a unique dining experience with fresh seafood and steak amidst a massive tropical fish tank setting.
Range Restaurant

Range Restaurant

$$$

🥩 Steakhouse

🍔 American

🦞 Seafood

🥩 Steakhouse

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.3
Range Restaurant serves New American Western dishes and craft cocktails in a sleek, upscale hotel setting blending local flavors with chic ambiance.
Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥞 Brunch

🍸 Cocktail Bar

South Broadway

🎸 South Broadway

4.6
Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina delivers festive Mexican cuisine with a Michoacán twist, craft cocktails, and lively weekend brunch in a cozy, trendy setting.
The Jerk Pit Smokehouse

The Jerk Pit Smokehouse

$$

🍗 BBQ

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Highlands

🌲 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.
ADOBO Restaurant & Bar

ADOBO Restaurant & Bar

$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍻 Brewpub

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

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

Coohills

$$$$

🥖 French

🥖 French

🥂 Fine Dining

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.5
Coohills serves French-inspired, market-fresh dishes in a chic, upscale space with a lounge and patio vibe.
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

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🍗 BBQ

🍗 BBQ

🍣 Japanese

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.5
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ serves all-you-can-eat grilled meats with flavorful marinades and a lively atmosphere in Cherry Creek.
The Cherry Cricket

The Cherry Cricket

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.5
The Cherry Cricket is a longtime Cherry Creek favorite known for build-your-own burgers, American classics, and a vast beer selection.
Go Fish Sushi Denver

Go Fish Sushi Denver

$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

South Broadway

🎸 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.
Sunny's

Sunny's

$$

🍳 Breakfast

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.5
Sunny's is a cozy Sunnyside cafe serving scratch-made imaginative breakfasts with great coffee and a casual, trendy vibe.
HashTAG - Downtown

HashTAG - Downtown

$$

🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.6
HashTAG Downtown Denver serves vibrant and creative brunch and breakfast in a lively, welcoming atmosphere with standout dishes and attentive service.
Mimosas

Mimosas

$$

🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🍸 Cocktail Bar

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.2
Colorful retro spot serving innovative brunch and comfort food, known for lively vibes and a wide mimosa & champagne selection.
Cherry Creek Grill

Cherry Creek Grill

$$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥞 Brunch

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.5
Cherry Creek Grill serves upscale American classics like prime rib and burgers in a cozy, lively setting with a popular patio vibe.
STK Steakhouse

STK Steakhouse

$$$$

🥩 Steakhouse

🥩 Steakhouse

🦞 Seafood

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥞 Brunch

🥂 Fine Dining

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.4
STK Steakhouse blends sleek design, modern steakhouse fare, and lively DJ vibes for an upscale dining experience downtown.
Chef Zorba's

Chef Zorba's

$$

🥙 Mediterranean

🥙 Greek

🍳 Breakfast

🍔 American

🥞 Brunch

Capitol Hill

🪴 Congress Park

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