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.

Michelin Star Restaurants

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Spices Cafe

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Spices Cafe

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🍔 American

Cap Hill

4.7
Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar

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Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar

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🍜 Thai

Uptown

4.6
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

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Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

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🍳 Breakfast

Downtown

4.5
Smokin Yard's BBQ

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Smokin Yard's BBQ

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🍗 BBQ

Baker

4.7
Smokin Yard's BBQ

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Smokin Yard's BBQ

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🍗 BBQ

Baker

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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Cap Hill

Stellar Jay

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🌱 Farm-to-Table

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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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West Saloon & Kitchen

West Saloon & Kitchen

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🍔 American

🍔 American

🥩 Steakhouse

🍗 BBQ

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.5
Old-fashioned saloon-style spot serving hearty burgers, steaks, and beer with a lively patio in the Central Business District.
El Five

El Five

$$$

🥘 Spanish

🥘 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.
Middle State Coffee

Middle State Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍷 Wine Bar

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Middle State Coffee offers expertly crafted coffee and cozy vibes in Highland, perfect for solo sips and casual work sessions.
Le Bilboquet Denver

Le Bilboquet Denver

$$$$

🥖 French

🥖 French

🦞 Seafood

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.3
Le Bilboquet Denver offers refined French dining with cozy ambiance, signature Cajun chicken, and standout cocktails in Cherry Creek’s upscale setting.
Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails

Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍷 Wine Bar

Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.8
Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails blends craft coffee and cocktails with a cozy, trendy vibe in the heart of Sloan’s Lake neighborhood.
Ace Coffee Bar

Ace Coffee Bar

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☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

Capitol Hill

🍽️ Uptown

4.6
Ace Coffee Bar offers expertly crafted coffee, fresh pastries, and a welcoming vibe with indoor and outdoor seating perfect for work or relaxation.
Coperta

Coperta

$$$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥂 Fine Dining

🦞 Seafood

Capitol Hill

🍽️ Uptown

4.3
Coperta serves refined Southern Italian dishes with an accomplished chef’s touch in a warm, stylish spot featuring a full bar.
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.
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

$$

🍳 Breakfast

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.5
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery offers vibrant, retro breakfast and lunch with creative dishes, cocktails, and a fun atmosphere near Union Station.
Tavernetta

Tavernetta

$$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍴 Contemporary

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.7
Upscale Italian hot spot Tavernetta dazzles with open kitchen vibes, a cozy fireplace lounge, and expertly crafted dishes in Denver’s Central neighborhood.
East Tao Ramen

East Tao Ramen

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🍜 Ramen

🍜 Ramen

🥡 Chinese

🍜 Thai

🍲 Vietnamese

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.3
East Tao Ramen serves diverse Asian dishes with a focus on ramen, blending casual vibes and fast service in Central Denver.
Lunchboxx

Lunchboxx

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🍔 American

🍔 American

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.4
Lunchboxx serves creative sandwiches and fresh sides in a trendy River North Art District spot within Denver Central Market.