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

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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

$

$$$$

🥂 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

$

$$

🍚 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

$

$$$$

🍣 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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Linger

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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Ultreia

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🥙 Mediterranean

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4.4

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Uchi Denver

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🍣 Sushi

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Ash'Kara

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Home Away Coffee

Home Away Coffee

$

☕ 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.
Huckleberry Roasters

Huckleberry Roasters

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.5
Huckleberry Roasters is a modern counter-serve cafe in Dairy Block Market known for its exceptional coffee drinks and fresh baked goods.
Blue Sushi Sake Grill

Blue Sushi Sake Grill

$$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Sushi

🍚 Asian Fusion

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
Modern, clubby spot specializing in sushi and Japanese tapas with inventive cocktails in a lively downtown setting.
Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

$$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥖 French

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.3
Trompeau Bakery + Cafe serves flaky croissants and rich coffee in a cozy spot, winning fans with French-inspired pastries and warm service downtown.
DiFranco's

DiFranco's

$$

🍝 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.
Narrative

Narrative

$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

🍷 Wine Bar

🥞 Brunch

🦞 Seafood

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.4
Narrative serves eclectic global sharing plates and elevated mains with a robust wine list in a chic Cherry Creek setting.
Encanto Cocina & Cantina

Encanto Cocina & Cantina

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥞 Brunch

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.8
Encanto Cocina & Cantina blends authentic Mexican flavors with a vibrant, cozy atmosphere and standout cocktails in a lively neighborhood hub.
Corner Bakery Cafe

Corner Bakery Cafe

$$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

☕ Coffee Shop

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.2
Corner Bakery Cafe serves classic sandwiches, pasta, and pastries in a casual, counter-service setting with fast and friendly service.
Sun Valley Kitchen

Sun Valley Kitchen

$

🍳 Breakfast

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Health

Sloan's Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.6
Sun Valley Kitchen serves affordable breakfast and lunch with fresh, flavorful dishes in a community-centered, relaxed setting.
Hot Shot Coffee

Hot Shot Coffee

$

☕ 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.
Ruth's Chris Steak House

Ruth's Chris Steak House

$$$$

🥩 Steakhouse

🥩 Steakhouse

🦞 Seafood

🥂 Fine Dining

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.4
Ruth's Chris Steak House serves sizzling, butter-topped steak in an upscale, elegant downtown setting with standout service.
Ukiyo

Ukiyo

$$$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🥂 Fine Dining

🦞 Seafood

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.6
Ukiyo delivers an intimate omakase journey blending Japanese tradition with Laotian influences in Larimer Square’s refined setting.
Method Coffee Roasters LoHi

Method Coffee Roasters LoHi

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.5
Method Coffee Roasters LoHi serves expertly crafted coffee and tea in a cozy, trendy Highland spot perfect for solo visits and study sessions.
Aquarium Restaurant

Aquarium Restaurant

$$

🦞 Seafood

🦞 Seafood

🥩 Steakhouse

🍸 Cocktail Bar

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.4
Aquarium Restaurant offers a unique dining experience with fresh seafood and steak amidst a massive tropical fish tank setting.
Stowaway Kitchen

Stowaway Kitchen

$$

🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
Stowaway Kitchen serves globally influenced breakfast and lunch with a full espresso bar in a cozy, trendy RiNo café.
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.
La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal

La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal

$$

🌮 Mexican

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.4
La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal is a hip Mexican spot in Denver serving authentic pozole, tacos, and cocktails in a cozy, dimly-lit setting.
Cafe Daniel

Cafe Daniel

$$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.9
Cafe Daniel offers a cozy coffee haven with artisanal brews, a casual vibe, and a tempting snack selection for a perfect mid-day escape.
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.
Lo Stella Ristorante

Lo Stella Ristorante

$$$

🍝 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.
The Cherry Cricket

The Cherry Cricket

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.5
The Cherry Cricket is a longtime Cherry Creek favorite known for build-your-own burgers, American classics, and a vast beer selection.
Crab & Shell Cajun Seafood

Crab & Shell Cajun Seafood

$$

🦞 Seafood

🦞 Seafood

Capitol Hill

🪴 Congress Park

4.7
Crab & Shell Cajun Seafood serves bold, flavorful Cajun seafood boils and classic dishes with speedy service and family-friendly vibes in Central Denver.
Guard and Grace

Guard and Grace

$$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.7
Modern steakhouse in Denver offering exquisite chops, small plates, fine wines, a raw bar, and a stylish patio atmosphere.
Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails

Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails

$$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍷 Wine Bar

Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.8
Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails blends craft coffee and cocktails with a cozy, trendy vibe in the heart of Sloan’s Lake neighborhood.
Fox And The Hen

Fox And The Hen

$$

🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Fox And The Hen serves creative breakfast and brunch dishes with fast service, great cocktails, and a cozy, trendy vibe in the Highlands neighborhood.
Buzz Cafe

Buzz Cafe

$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

☕ Coffee Shop

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.7
Buzz Cafe is a chill spot with great coffee, tea, and light bites, set in a converted gas station offering drive-thru and patio seating.
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.