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 Top 10

The top 10 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.

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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duo Restaurant

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🍔 American

Highlands

4.5
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🌮 Mexican

LoHi

4.5
Yazoo BBQ Company

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Yazoo BBQ Company

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🍗 BBQ

RiNo

4.5
Xiquita Restaurante y Bar

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Xiquita Restaurante y Bar

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🌮 Mexican

Uptown

4.6
Work & Class

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Work & Class

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🍔 American

RiNo

4.7
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Denver's Best Patios

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

LoHi

Ash'Kara

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🥙 Mediterranean

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4.3

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Cap Hill

Fire Restaurant

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🍴 Contemporary

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4.5

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Jovanina’s

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🍝 Italian

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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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RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

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Cap Hill

Stellar Jay

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Tacos Tequila Whiskey

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Tacos Tequila Whiskey

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🌮 Mexican

Highlands

4.5
Tacos Los Gueros

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Tacos Los Gueros

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🌮 Mexican

Highlands

4.7
Tacos El Guero

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Tacos El Guero

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🌮 Mexican

RiNo

4.8
Taco Uprising

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Taco Uprising

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🌮 Mexican

RiNo

4.8
Syrup Downtown

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Syrup Downtown

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🍳 Breakfast

Downtown

4.3
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Little Owl Coffee

Little Owl Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.7
Little Owl Coffee serves expertly crafted coffee and seasonal drinks in a cozy LoHi spot with a trendy vibe and friendly baristas.
Safta

Safta

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🥙 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.
Barcelona Wine Bar

Barcelona Wine Bar

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🥙 Mediterranean

🥘 Spanish

🥞 Brunch

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.5
Barcelona Wine Bar offers tapas, paella, and an extensive Spanish wine list in a cozy industrial setting, a must-visit for RiNo food lovers.
Lo Stella Ristorante

Lo Stella Ristorante

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🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍷 Wine Bar

🦞 Seafood

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.3
Lo Stella Ristorante serves authentic Italian dishes like fresh pasta and pizza with a warm, family-run vibe near Downtown.
Rosebud Cafe

Rosebud Cafe

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥙 Mediterranean

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥐 Café & Bakery

Baker

🛼 Baker

4.5
Rosebud Cafe serves Mediterranean-inspired breakfast and lunch with great coffee and tea in a cozy, airy neighborhood spot.
DiFranco's

DiFranco's

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🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

Downtown

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.5
DiFranco's is a quaint locavore cafe with seasonal ingredients and freshly made pastas delivering authentic old-world Italian fare.
Chingon - Santa Fe Art District

Chingon - Santa Fe Art District

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🌮 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.
Offshoots at the Gardens Café

Offshoots at the Gardens Café

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Congress Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.3
Offshoots at the Gardens Café serves fresh, flavorful sandwiches and coffee amidst the lush serenity of the Botanic Gardens with casual, cozy vibes.
Wildflower

Wildflower

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🌱 Farm-to-Table

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.7
Wildflower offers area-sourced Italian and Mexican dishes with an upscale ambiance complemented by a robust drink menu in Denver’s Highland neighborhood.
Home Away Coffee

Home Away Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

5
Home Away Coffee offers a cozy, bright spot in River North with exceptional espresso, homemade syrups, and a welcoming, dog-friendly vibe.
Wild Taco Denver

Wild Taco Denver

$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

🍚 Asian Fusion

🌮 Mexican

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.3
Wild Taco Denver serves inventive tacos with Asian and Latino influences, vibrant cocktails, and a casual, cozy atmosphere in Central Denver.
Gusto

Gusto

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🍝 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.