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.

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.
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

Central 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.

LoDo

Ultreia

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🥙 Mediterranean

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4.4

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Linger

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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4.5

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Ash'Kara

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🥙 Mediterranean

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4.3

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RiNo

Uchi Denver

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🍣 Sushi

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🍽️ Browse by Cuisine

Craving sushi, tacos, or handmade pasta? Filter Denver’s best restaurants by cuisine and find exactly what you’re hungry for.

Sun Valley Kitchen

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Sun Valley Kitchen

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🍳 Breakfast

Sloan's Lake

4.6
The Hornet

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The Hornet

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🍔 American

South Broadway

4.4
The Patio at Sloans

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The Patio at Sloans

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🍔 American

Sloan’s Lake

4.2
Corsica Wine Bar

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Corsica Wine Bar

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🍷 Wine Bar

RiNo

4.4
Uncle

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Uncle

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🍜 Ramen

Highlands

4.5
Ruth's Chris Steak House

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Ruth's Chris Steak House

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🥩 Steakhouse

Downtown

4.4
Rivers and Roads Coffee

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Rivers and Roads Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

RiNo

4.7
Vibe Coffee and Wine

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Vibe Coffee and Wine

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☕ Coffee Shop

Downtown

4.5
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Lunchboxx

Lunchboxx

$$

🍔 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.
Corsica Wine Bar

Corsica Wine Bar

$$$

🍷 Wine Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥖 French

🥙 Mediterranean

🍝 Italian

RiNo

🎨 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.
Spuntino

Spuntino

$$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍛 Indian

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.7
Spuntino blends classic Italian dishes and Indian flavors in a cozy, rustic space with standout cocktails and a curated wine list.
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.
Hillstone

Hillstone

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍔 American

🥩 Steakhouse

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🦞 Seafood

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.5
Hillstone serves upscale American fare including burgers, steaks, and sushi in spacious, stylish Cherry Creek surroundings.
Uncle

Uncle

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🍜 Ramen

🍜 Ramen

🍚 Asian Fusion

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.5
Changing menu spot known for ramen and pork belly, served from behind a centerpiece chef’s counter in a cozy, trendy Highlands setting.
Huckleberry Roasters

Huckleberry Roasters

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Health

S. Broadway

🎸 South Broadway

4.6
Huckleberry Roasters crafts great coffee and cozy vibes with organic bites in the charming Baker neighborhood, perfect for solo coffee lovers.
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.
Ramen Star

Ramen Star

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🍜 Ramen

🍜 Ramen

🍚 Asian Fusion

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.5
Ramen Star serves fresh, uniquely flavored ramen and Japanese dishes in a cozy, trendy setting with fast service and a welcoming atmosphere.