Best 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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Denver Curated Favorites

The top spots weโ€™d recommend to our best friend visiting Denver. No fluff.

Fish N Beer

Fish N Beer

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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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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๐Ÿฅ– French

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LoDo

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

Beckon

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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RiNo

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

Flora House

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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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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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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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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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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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 Highlandโ€™s cozy space.
Corsica Wine Bar

Corsica Wine Bar

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๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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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

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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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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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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City Park

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

Jovaninaโ€™s

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๐Ÿ Italian

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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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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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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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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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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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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

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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.

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LoDo

Ultreia

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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Cap Hill

Fire Restaurant

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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4.5

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LoDo

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๐Ÿ Italian

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Stellar Jay

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๐ŸŒฑ Farm-to-Table

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Craving sushi, tacos, or handmade pasta? Filter Denverโ€™s best restaurants by cuisine and find exactly what youโ€™re hungry for.

Moxie Eatery

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Moxie Eatery

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๐Ÿ” American

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South Broadway

4.8
Sullivan Scrap Kitchen

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Sullivan Scrap Kitchen

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๐Ÿ” American

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Capitol Hill

4.7
Los Chingones RiNo

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Los Chingones RiNo

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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RiNo

4.3
Le Bilboquet Denver

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Le Bilboquet Denver

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๐Ÿฅ– French

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Cherry Creek

4.3
Gusto

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Gusto

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๐Ÿ Italian

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Sloanโ€™s Lake

4.5
Cafรฉ Zuri

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Cafรฉ Zuri

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Highlands

4.6
Birdcall

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Birdcall

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๐Ÿ” American

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RiNo

4.6
Mimosas

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Mimosas

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

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RiNo

4.2
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Tacos El Guero

Tacos El Guero

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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RiNo

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.8
Tacos El Guero serves authentic street tacos with bold flavors in a casual Clayton spot known for fast service and friendly vibes.
The Nickel

The Nickel

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.2
The Nickel offers a lively American bistro experience inside Hotel Teatro with local, seasonal dishes and a buzzing atmosphere.
Uncle

Uncle

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๐Ÿœ Ramen

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.5
Changing menu spot known for ramen and pork belly, served from behind a centerpiece chefโ€™s counter in a cozy, trendy Highlands setting.
Two Brothers Cafe

Two Brothers Cafe

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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๐Ÿ” American

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.7
Two Brothers Cafe offers hearty breakfast classics with great coffee and friendly service in a cozy West Highland spot loved by locals.
Proto's Pizza

Proto's Pizza

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.5
Proto's Pizza serves bubbly thin-crust pies with creative toppings in a bright, casual setting with a strong neighborhood vibe.
Port Side

Port Side

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.7
Port Side offers a casual, trendy coffeehouse vibe with house-roasted beans, espresso drinks, and creative breakfast and lunch bites.
20th Street Mexican Cafe

20th Street Mexican Cafe

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿ” American

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.7
Classic cafe serving hearty Mexican-inspired breakfast and lunch in a cozy, vintage setting with a focus on quick service and comfort food.
The Capital Grille

The Capital Grille

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.7
Upscale steakhouse in Denverโ€™s Larimer Square serving classic American fare with an elegant clubby atmosphere.
Hearth โ€“ RiNo

Hearth โ€“ RiNo

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.9
Hearth offers exceptional coffee and pastries in a cozy, sustainable spot with reusable jars and a quiet, inviting vibe.