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 Top 10

The top 10 spots we’d recommend to our best friend visiting Denver. No fluff.

The Wolf's Tailor

The Wolf's Tailor

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🥂 Fine Dining

Highlands

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

Uchi Denver

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🍣 Sushi

RiNo

4.6
Uchi Denver offers sublime sushi and sashimi paired with a robust drink menu and happy hour in a sleek, contemporary setting.
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.
A5 Steakhouse

A5 Steakhouse

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🥩 Steakhouse

LoDo

4.5
A5 Steakhouse offers a sophisticated steak and seafood experience in a stylish setting, renowned for premium cuts and innovative cocktails.
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.

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.

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🍔 American

Highlands

4.5
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🌮 Mexican

LoHi

4.5
Yazoo BBQ Company

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Yazoo BBQ Company

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🍗 BBQ

RiNo

4.5
Xiquita Restaurante y Bar

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Xiquita Restaurante y Bar

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🌮 Mexican

Uptown

4.6
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🍔 American

RiNo

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Denver's Best Patios

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

LoHi

Ash'Kara

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🥙 Mediterranean

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Cap Hill

Fire Restaurant

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🍴 Contemporary

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Jovanina’s

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🍝 Italian

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Linger

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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Stellar Jay

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The Weathervane Cafe

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The Weathervane Cafe

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☕ Coffee Shop

City Park

4.8
The Velvet Cellar

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The Velvet Cellar

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🍔 American

Downtown

4.7
The Universal

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The Universal

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🍳 Breakfast

Highlands

4.6
The Pig & The Sprout

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The Pig & The Sprout

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🍔 American

Downtown

4.4
The Patio at Sloans

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The Patio at Sloans

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🍔 American

Sloan’s Lake

4.2
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SliceWorks

SliceWorks

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🍕 Pizza

🍕 Pizza

🍝 Italian

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.5
SliceWorks serves New York-style pizzas by the slice or pie, with a casual vibe and an extensive selection of pastas and subs.
El Five

El Five

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🥙 Mediterranean

🥘 Spanish

🍴 Contemporary

🥙 Mediterranean

LoHi

🍸 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.
Rosenberg's Bagels

Rosenberg's Bagels

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🦞 Seafood

🍔 American

Five Points

🎨 RiNo

4.5
Rosenberg's serves authentic NY-style bagels, smoked fish, and deli sandwiches with coffee in a vibrant Five Points setting.
Hey Kiddo

Hey Kiddo

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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Tennyson

📚 Tennyson

4.4
Hey Kiddo is a trendy Berkeley spot in Denver known for its bold modern Asian fusion dishes, standout cocktails, and intimate ambiance with rooftop seating.
Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings

Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings

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🥟 Dim Sum

🥟 Dim Sum

🥡 Chinese

🍚 Asian Fusion

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings serves creative, flavorful Asian small plates and dumplings in a trendy space with fast service and excellent tea selection.
Brasserie Brixton

Brasserie Brixton

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🥖 French

🥖 French

🍴 Contemporary

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥞 Brunch

🥐 Café & Bakery

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.7
Brasserie Brixton serves French cuisine with a modern twist in a hip space with open kitchen and cozy bar vibes.
Home Away Coffee

Home Away Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

5
Home Away Coffee offers a cozy, bright spot in River North with exceptional espresso, homemade syrups, and a welcoming, dog-friendly vibe.
Amante Coffee at the Oxford

Amante Coffee at the Oxford

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.7
Amante Coffee at the Oxford serves top-notch coffee and cocktails in a cozy, historic setting with a charming patio and city views.
Corinne Denver

Corinne Denver

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🍴 Contemporary

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Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.7
Corinne Denver offers an upscale American dining experience with a warm ambiance in Downtown's stylish Le Méridien hotel.
Mezcaleria Alma

Mezcaleria Alma

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🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.9
Mezcaleria Alma offers elevated Mexican small plates paired with a vast mezcal selection in a trendy, cozy Highland spot.
Roostercat Coffee House

Roostercat Coffee House

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.5
Cafe with brick walls and local art, featuring fire pit patio and waffle sandwiches, open till midnight in Central Denver.
Stellar Jay

Stellar Jay

$$$

🌱 Farm-to-Table

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Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4
Stellar Jay offers a chic rooftop dining experience in Denver with unique cocktails, a nature-inspired menu, and stunning city and mountain views.