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

$

$$$

🦞 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

$

$$$

🥖 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

$

$$$$

🥂 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

$

$$$

🍳 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

$

$$

🍚 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

$

$$

☕ 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

$

$$$

🍷 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

$

$$$$

🍣 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

$

$$$

🍴 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

$

$$$

🍝 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

$

$$$

🍣 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.

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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

Stellar Jay

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🌱 Farm-to-Table

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Fire Restaurant

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🍴 Contemporary

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LoDo

Jovanina’s

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🍝 Italian

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Ultreia

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🥙 Mediterranean

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The Wolf's Tailor

The Wolf's Tailor

$$$$

🥂 Fine Dining

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.7
Innovative Denver restaurant featuring wild game, seasonal tasting menus, and cozy industrial ambiance for a unique dining experience.
A5 Steakhouse

A5 Steakhouse

$$$$

🥩 Steakhouse

🦞 Seafood

🍴 Contemporary

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

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

Kike's Red Tacos

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Kike's Red Tacos is a lively food truck serving authentic Mexican tacos and quesadillas with fast service and a casual outdoor seating area.
Hot Shot Coffee

Hot Shot Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

North Denver

🌳 City Park

4.7
Hot Shot Coffee offers bold, creative brews and fresh pastries in a cozy, trendy setting with excellent vibes and outdoor seating.
Cart Driver Lo-Hi

Cart Driver Lo-Hi

$$

🍝 Italian

🍕 Pizza

🍝 Italian

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Unique wood-fired pizzas, fresh oysters, and natural wines create a trendy, cozy dining atmosphere in Denver’s LoHi neighborhood.
Corvus Coffee Roasters

Corvus Coffee Roasters

$$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥐 Café & Bakery

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.5
Corvus Coffee Roasters serves expertly sourced single origin coffee, featuring cozy vibes and a trendy spot perfect for coffee aficionados and work sessions.
Mizuna

Mizuna

$$$$

🍴 Contemporary

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Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.6
Mizuna delivers creative New American cuisine with exquisite tasting menus in an intimate, cozy setting of Denver’s Cap Hill neighborhood.
Los Chingones RiNo

Los Chingones RiNo

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.3
Edgy RiNo Mexican eatery featuring innovative tacos, creative cocktails, and a lively rooftop patio for an urban dining vibe.
Hooked on Colfax

Hooked on Colfax

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍸 Cocktail Bar

CIty Park

🌳 City Park

4.6
Hooked on Colfax is a laid-back spot with local coffee, breakfast bites, beer, cocktails, and a seasonal patio for relaxed vibes.
Toasts N Roasts

Toasts N Roasts

$$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

🥐 Café & Bakery

Capitol Hill

🍽️ Uptown

4.7
Toasts N Roasts serves delicious coffee, breakfast burritos, and avocado toast in a cozy, dog-friendly cafe with great service and local charm.
Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings

Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings

$$

🥟 Dim Sum

🥟 Dim Sum

🥡 Chinese

🍚 Asian Fusion

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings serves creative, flavorful Asian small plates and dumplings in a trendy space with fast service and excellent tea selection.
Buckhorn Exchange

Buckhorn Exchange

$$$

🥩 Steakhouse

🥩 Steakhouse

🦪 Oysters

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

🍔 American

Downtown

🛼 Baker

4.4
Buckhorn Exchange is a storied steakhouse featuring unique game meats like elk, yak, and Rocky Mountain oysters in a historic, taxidermy-filled setting.
On and Off Cafe

On and Off Cafe

$$

☕ 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.
ChoLon - Sloan’s Lake

ChoLon - Sloan’s Lake

$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

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Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.1
ChoLon Sloan’s Lake delivers fresh Asian fusion dishes featuring crave-worthy dumplings and bao buns in a trendy, welcoming setting.
Postino LoHi

Postino LoHi

$$

🍝 Italian

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.7
Italian-inspired Postino LoHi delights with bruschetta, wine selection, and rustic-chic vibes featuring a sunny outdoor patio in Denver’s vibrant Highland neighborhood.
Smokin' Dave's BBQ and Brews

Smokin' Dave's BBQ and Brews

$$

🍗 BBQ

🍗 BBQ

🍔 American

🦞 Seafood

South Broadway

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.6
Smokin' Dave’s BBQ serves hearty smoked meats and classic Southern sides in a casual, rustic setting with a lively bar.
Satchel's on 6th

Satchel's on 6th

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

🌱 Farm-to-Table

Central Park

🛝 Central Park

4.5
Cozy spot in Central Denver serving farm-fresh American dishes with a curated wine list and an inviting, intimate atmosphere.
Flora

Flora

$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.6
Flora offers a cozy, trendy cafe vibe with great coffee, tea, and fast service in a walkable Golden Triangle spot.
Chingon - Santa Fe Art District

Chingon - Santa Fe Art District

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Baker

🛼 Baker

5
Chingon offers authentic Mexican cuisine with standout dishes like chicharrones and fresh cocktails, set in a vibrant, art district ambiance.
Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails

Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails

$$

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

☕ Coffee Shop

Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.8
Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails offers expertly crafted drinks, cozy vibes, and small bites in a trendy West Colfax spot with a welcoming atmosphere.
Jelly Cafe

Jelly Cafe

$$

🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.4
Jelly Cafe blends fast service, great coffee, and local specialties in a trendy, cozy brunch spot with outdoor seating.
Q House

Q House

$$

🥡 Chinese

🥡 Chinese

🍴 Contemporary

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Capitol Hill

🪴 Congress Park

4.6
Q House serves refined Chinese dishes and inventive cocktails in a cozy, trendy setting with fast service and a modern vibe.
Ragin' Hog BBQ

Ragin' Hog BBQ

$$

🍗 BBQ

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.7
Ragin' Hog BBQ serves authentic Southern-style smoked meats with housemade sauces in a cozy, casual Berkeley neighborhood spot.
major tom

major tom

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

🦪 Oysters

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.8
Major Tom offers inventive small plates, exceptional cocktails, and a cozy, trendy atmosphere in the vibrant RiNo district.
Kunjani Cafe Denver

Kunjani Cafe Denver

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Kunjani Cafe Denver offers carefully sourced coffee and tasty bites in a trendy, cozy space with communal tables and free Wi-Fi in Highland.
Amá Modern Mexican

Amá Modern Mexican

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍳 Breakfast

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.9
Amá Modern Mexican delivers inventive tacos and bowls with fresh, vibrant flavors in a trendy Highland food hall setting.
Sushi Den

Sushi Den

$$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Sushi

🍚 Asian Fusion

South Denver

🏘️ South Denver

4.7
Sushi Den serves fresh, daily-imported fish with a lively atmosphere and excellent service, a top choice for sushi lovers on Pearl Street.