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Best Restaurants in Denver

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

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RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
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

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LoDo

4.4
Skills You'll Build
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

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RiNo

4.7
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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

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Capitol Hill

4.8
Skills You'll Build
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

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Uptown

4.3
Skills You'll Build
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

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Highlands

4.6
Skills You'll Build
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

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RiNo

4.4
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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

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Downtown

4.8
Skills You'll Build
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

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City Park

4.6
Skills You'll Build
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

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LoDo

4.4
Skills You'll Build
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

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Central Park

4.8
Skills You'll Build
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

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Wash Park

4.7
Skills You'll Build
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

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Highlands

4.4
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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.

A5 Steakhouse

A5 Steakhouse

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🥩 Steakhouse

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LoDo

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

Michelin Star Restaurants

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Denver's Best Patios

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

Cap Hill

Fire Restaurant

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Ultreia

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🥙 Mediterranean

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4.4

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Ash'Kara

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🥙 Mediterranean

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Uchi Denver

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Max Gill & Grill

Max Gill & Grill

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🦞 Seafood

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🦞 Seafood

🦪 Oysters

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍔 American

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South Broadway

🧘‍♀️ Wash Park

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Max Gill & Grill serves casual surf 'n' turf with daily deals on oysters & sangria, plus a cozy patio vibe on South Gaylord Street.
Happy Camper Pizza

Happy Camper Pizza

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🍕 Pizza

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.6
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Cool, outdoorsy pizza spot with a lively patio, cocktails, and brunch, perfect for relaxed dining and weekend vibes.
Ocean Prime

Ocean Prime

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🦞 Seafood

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
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Ocean Prime is a luxurious Denver spot offering classic steak and seafood in an elegant setting with a long wine list and refined cocktails.
Ramen Star

Ramen Star

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🍜 Ramen

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🍜 Ramen

🍚 Asian Fusion

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Ramen Star serves fresh, uniquely flavored ramen and Japanese dishes in a cozy, trendy setting with fast service and a welcoming atmosphere.
Work & Class

Work & Class

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🍔 American

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🍔 American

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RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Work & Class serves homestyle Southern and Latin American dishes with a cozy vibe and standout cocktails in a relaxed setting.
Smok Barbecue

Smok Barbecue

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🍗 BBQ

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.5
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Smok Barbecue delivers regional BBQ classics with craft cocktails in a rustic-chic setting within the vibrant RiNo neighborhood.
Champagne Tiger

Champagne Tiger

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🥞 Brunch

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🥞 Brunch

🍔 American

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Champagne Tiger is a trendy, cozy diner serving creative comfort food, cocktails, and live shows in an inclusive space.
The Hornet

The Hornet

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🍔 American

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🍔 American

🥞 Brunch

🍸 Cocktail Bar

☕ Coffee Shop

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South Broadway

🎸 South Broadway

4.4
Skills You'll Build
The Hornet offers a vibrant atmosphere with globally inspired American dishes, plus lively pool and happy hours on Broadway.
The Den Family Social Club

The Den Family Social Club

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.8
Skills You'll Build
The Den Family Social Club offers a cozy coffee shop with a vibrant indoor playground, perfect for parents to relax while kids play.
Onefold

Onefold

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🌮 Mexican

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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Uptown

🍽️ Uptown

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Onefold delights with farmhouse-style coffee, creative breakfast, and global cafe dishes in a cozy Uptown setting.
Pit Fiend Barbecue

Pit Fiend Barbecue

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🍗 BBQ

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.8
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Pit Fiend Barbecue serves bold Texas-style BBQ with a D&D-themed casual vibe in Denver’s North Denver neighborhood, perfect for meat lovers and game fans.
Foraged Restaurant

Foraged Restaurant

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🍣 Sushi

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.4
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Foraged Restaurant offers upscale sushi, craft cocktails, and omakase in a trendy bi-level setting with an intimate atmosphere.
Izakaya Den

Izakaya Den

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🍣 Japanese

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🍣 Sushi

🍚 Asian Fusion

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South Denver

🏘️ South Denver

4.7
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Hip izakaya serving intricate Japanese small plates with fresh sushi and stylish ambiance in a lively South Pearl Street setting.
Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

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🌮 Mexican

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🌮 Mexican

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥞 Brunch

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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South Broadway

🎸 South Broadway

4.6
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Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina delivers festive Mexican cuisine with a Michoacán twist, craft cocktails, and lively weekend brunch in a cozy, trendy setting.
Elemental Bakery & Coffeehouse

Elemental Bakery & Coffeehouse

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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North Denver

🎨 RiNo

4.9
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Elemental Bakery & Coffeehouse delights with fresh pastries, artisan bread, and balanced coffee in a bright, welcoming Clayton neighborhood spot.
Port Side

Port Side

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🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Port Side offers a casual, trendy coffeehouse vibe with house-roasted beans, espresso drinks, and creative breakfast and lunch bites.
Hop Alley

Hop Alley

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🥡 Chinese

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🥡 Chinese

🍴 Contemporary

🍚 Asian Fusion

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
Skills You'll Build
A hip Chinese restaurant in Denver known for modern shared plates, craft beer, cider, and clever cocktails in a trendy, cozy atmosphere.
Onefold

Onefold

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🥞 Brunch

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🍳 Breakfast

🍚 Asian Fusion

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Onefold serves scratch-made breakfast and lunch fare infused with global flavors in a spacious, comfortable setting near Union Station.
Chopstickers

Chopstickers

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🥡 Chinese

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🥡 Chinese

🍚 Asian Fusion

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Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Chopstickers delivers fresh, flavorful Asian dumplings and noodles with fast, friendly service in Denver’s bustling Central Business District.
Lunchboxx

Lunchboxx

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🍔 American

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🍔 American

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Lunchboxx serves creative sandwiches and fresh sides in a trendy River North Art District spot within Denver Central Market.
Linger

Linger

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Linger transforms an old mortuary into an energetic spot with rooftop lounge, serving creative global small plates in Denver’s Highland neighborhood.
Kumoya

Kumoya

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🍣 Japanese

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🍣 Japanese

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Kumoya delivers an upscale Japanese dining experience in the Highlands with fresh sushi, inventive flavors, and a trendy, cozy ambiance.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse

Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse

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🥩 Steakhouse

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🌽 Latin American

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Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Fogo de Chão offers upscale Brazilian steakhouse dining featuring endless tableside meat carving and a vibrant salad bar experience.
Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails

Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍷 Wine Bar

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Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails blends craft coffee and cocktails with a cozy, trendy vibe in the heart of Sloan’s Lake neighborhood.
Huckleberry Roasters

Huckleberry Roasters

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Huckleberry Roasters offers expertly roasted coffee and light bites in a minimalist cafe with great vibes and outdoor seating in Sunnyside.
Little Gingko Asian Cafe

Little Gingko Asian Cafe

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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🍣 Japanese

🥡 Chinese

🍚 Asian Fusion

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Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Quaint spot serving authentic Chinese and Japanese dishes with quick service and a cozy, casual vibe in the heart of the city.
Hearth

Hearth

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.9
Skills You'll Build
Hearth offers cozy vibes, exceptional coffee, and artisanal baked goods in West Highlands, perfect for those seeking quality and eco-friendly charm.

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