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

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$$$$

🍣 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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Stellar Jay

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Linger

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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Procession Coffee

Procession Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.9
Procession Coffee crafts expertly roasted coffee with a cozy, trendy vibe and impeccable service in North Denver’s vibrant scene.
Gusto

Gusto

$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.5
Gusto serves fresh Italian dishes with great cocktails and a cozy vibe near Sloan’s Lake, perfect for lunch, dinner, and happy hour.
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.
Alma Fonda Fina

Alma Fonda Fina

$$$

🌮 Mexican

🍴 Contemporary

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.8
Alma Fonda Fina offers a cozy, upscale Mexican dining experience in Denver’s Highland neighborhood with creative dishes and craft cocktails.
The Weathervane Cafe

The Weathervane Cafe

$$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

City Park

🌳 City Park

4.8
The Weathervane Cafe serves expertly crafted espresso drinks and hearty breakfast and lunch fare in a cozy, funky cafe setting.
Toro

Toro

$$$

🌽 Latin American

🌽 Latin American

🦞 Seafood

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.4
Toro offers stylish Pan-Latin cuisine with Asian twists, creative cocktails, and a sleek patio in Denver’s upscale Cherry Creek hotel.
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.
Stout Street Social

Stout Street Social

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🦞 Seafood

🍣 Sushi

🍱 Korean

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.3
Stout Street Social offers a hip, eclectic menu from clam chowder to sushi rolls in a lively setting near the Convention Center.
The Jerk Pit Smokehouse

The Jerk Pit Smokehouse

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🍗 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.
Sunny's

Sunny's

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🍳 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.
Aloy Thai Eatery - Capitol Hill

Aloy Thai Eatery - Capitol Hill

$$

🍜 Thai

🍜 Thai

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.8
Aloy Thai Eatery serves fast casual, authentic Thai dishes with bold flavors and generous portions in a casual Capitol Hill setting.
Chez Maggy

Chez Maggy

$$$

🥖 French

🥖 French

🍴 Contemporary

LoDo

🥂 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.
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.
Franks Bar-B-Que

Franks Bar-B-Que

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🍗 BBQ

🍗 BBQ

🍔 American

Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.6
Franks Bar-B-Que offers authentic Texas-style meats and sides by the pound or combo plate with full-service BBQ catering.
ELWAY'S Downtown

ELWAY'S Downtown

$$$$

🥩 Steakhouse

🥩 Steakhouse

🦪 Oysters

🦞 Seafood

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.3
ELWAY'S Downtown offers upscale steakhouse dining with fine wines and cozy ambiance inside The Ritz-Carlton.
Avanti Food & Beverage

Avanti Food & Beverage

$$

🍽️🍺 Food Hall

🍴 Contemporary

🍕 Pizza

🍣 Sushi

🌽 Latin American

🍔 American

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.5
Avanti Food & Beverage offers a trendy bi-level food court with diverse vendors and a rooftop bar, perfect for casual group dining.
The Corner Office

The Corner Office

$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.2
The Corner Office offers modern comfort classics and crafted cocktails in a sleek setting near the arts complex.
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.
Post Oak Barbecue

Post Oak Barbecue

$$

🍗 BBQ

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Tennyson

📚 Tennyson

4.6
Post Oak Barbecue offers classic Texas-style BBQ with a laid-back vibe in Berkeley, featuring smoky meats and cozy wood-and-brick interiors.
Izakaya Den

Izakaya Den

$$$

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Sushi

🍚 Asian Fusion

South Denver

🏘️ South Denver

4.7
Hip izakaya serving intricate Japanese small plates with fresh sushi and stylish ambiance in a lively South Pearl Street setting.
Olive & Finch

Olive & Finch

$$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍳 Breakfast

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.4
Olive & Finch serves up fresh pastries, sandwiches, and great coffee in a warm, cozy Cherry Creek bistro with beer and wine options.
Onefold

Onefold

$$

🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🍚 Asian Fusion

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.4
Onefold serves scratch-made breakfast and lunch fare infused with global flavors in a spacious, comfortable setting near Union Station.
Champagne Tiger

Champagne Tiger

$$

🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍔 American

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.8
Champagne Tiger is a trendy, cozy diner serving creative comfort food, cocktails, and live shows in an inclusive space.
Coperta

Coperta

$$$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥂 Fine Dining

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.
Nocturne

Nocturne

$$$$

🥂 Fine Dining

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.8
Nocturne is a bi-level jazz lounge and eatery in Denver’s River North Art District, offering eclectic plates, crafted cocktails, and live jazz for a stylish, intimate night out.
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.
Safta

Safta

$$$

🥙 Mediterranean

🥙 Mediterranean

🍴 Contemporary

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.5
Safta offers modern Middle Eastern dining in a stylish setting at The Source Hotel, renowned for wood-fired pita and vibrant shared plates.