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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duo Restaurant

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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
Work & Class

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Work & Class

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🍔 American

RiNo

4.7
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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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4.3

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Cap Hill

Fire Restaurant

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🍴 Contemporary

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4.5

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LoDo

Jovanina’s

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🍝 Italian

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4.4

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LoHi

Linger

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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4.5

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RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

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4.3

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Cap Hill

Stellar Jay

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Craving sushi, tacos, or handmade pasta? Filter Denver’s best restaurants by cuisine and find exactly what you’re hungry for.

duo Restaurant

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duo Restaurant

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🍔 American

Highlands

4.5
bartaco

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bartaco

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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
Work & Class

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Work & Class

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🍔 American

RiNo

4.7
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La Brewjula Café

La Brewjula Café

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

Sun Valley

🏡 Hilltop

4.9
La Brewjula Café offers exceptional coffee and cozy vibes in a spacious setting, ideal for quiet meetings and casual breakfasts.
Toro Food Concepts

Toro Food Concepts

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🌽 Latin American

🌽 Latin American

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Central Park

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.8
Toro Food Concepts dishes out fresh, flavorful bowls and empanadas with a Latino-owned twist in Denver’s vibrant Central neighborhood.
Blue Sparrow Coffee

Blue Sparrow Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
Blue Sparrow Coffee serves classic and specialty drinks with nitro cold brew, kombucha on tap, and fresh pastries in a vibrant RiNo courtyard and rooftop setting.
Handcraft Espresso

Handcraft Espresso

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.8
Handcraft Espresso serves expertly crafted coffee and fresh pastries in a cozy, trendy setting perfect for solo mornings or work breaks.
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.
Little Gingko Asian Cafe

Little Gingko Asian Cafe

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🍚 Asian Fusion

🍣 Japanese

🥡 Chinese

🍚 Asian Fusion

Cap Hill

🌳 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.
Fox And The Hen

Fox And The Hen

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🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Fox And The Hen serves creative breakfast and brunch dishes with fast service, great cocktails, and a cozy, trendy vibe in the Highlands neighborhood.
Mizu Izakaya

Mizu Izakaya

$$$

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Sushi

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.4
Artsy Japanese tavern serving creative yakitori, sushi, and small plates alongside sake, cocktails, and beer in a trendy setting.
Work & Class

Work & Class

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

RiNo

4.7
Work & Class serves homestyle Southern and Latin American dishes with a cozy vibe and standout cocktails in a relaxed setting.
The French Press - 12th & Madison

The French Press - 12th & Madison

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥗 Health

Central Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.3
The French Press blends cozy vibes with quality coffee and hearty breakfast and lunch dishes, a beloved local cafe in Central neighborhood.
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.
On and Off Cafe

On and Off Cafe

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.2
On and Off Cafe offers a cozy, trendy spot known for fast service, great coffee, and a tasty breakfast and lunch menu in the Highlands.