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

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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Cap Hill

Stellar Jay

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🌱 Farm-to-Table

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Ultreia

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🥙 Mediterranean

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Uchi Denver

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🍣 Sushi

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Mister Oso RiNo

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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.
Blue Sparrow Coffee

Blue Sparrow Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
Blue Sparrow Coffee serves classic and specialty drinks with nitro cold brew, kombucha on tap, and fresh pastries in a vibrant RiNo courtyard and rooftop setting.
Metropolis Coffee

Metropolis Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.5
Metropolis Coffee brews exceptional coffee and espresso with a simple menu of pastries in a cozy, trendy Highlands café.
Flagstaff House

Flagstaff House

$$$$

🍔 American

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Boulder

🏔️ Boulder

4.7
Flagstaff House offers refined American fine dining perched atop Flagstaff Mountain with breathtaking window views, top-notch service, and a romantic, upscale atmosphere.
Moonflower Coffee

Moonflower Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.9
Moonflower Coffee offers unique specialty drinks in a cozy, trendy space with indoor and dog-friendly outdoor seating near Sloan's Lake.
Coohills

Coohills

$$$$

🥖 French

🥖 French

🥂 Fine Dining

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.5
Coohills serves French-inspired, market-fresh dishes in a chic, upscale space with a lounge and patio vibe.
Tacos Tequila Whiskey

Tacos Tequila Whiskey

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🍗 BBQ

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.5
Tacos Tequila Whiskey elevates street tacos with bold flavors and craft margaritas in a trendy, casual West Highland spot.
Lou's Italian Specialties

Lou's Italian Specialties

$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

Capitol Hill

🎨 RiNo

4.6
Lou's Italian Specialties serves hearty sandwiches, panini, and salads in a lively neighborhood deli with specialty grocery items.
Point Easy Denver

Point Easy Denver

$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

🦪 Oysters

🥗 Health

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Capitol Hill

🌳 City Park

4.8
Point Easy Denver serves creative small plates and cocktails in a trendy, cozy atmosphere with upscale vibes and family-friendly appeal.
Odie B's Sunnyside

Odie B's Sunnyside

$$

🍳 Breakfast

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.6
Odie B's Sunnyside delivers bold, flavorful breakfast and lunch sandwiches with vegan options in a lively, casual Sunnyside setting.
The Jerk Pit Smokehouse

The Jerk Pit Smokehouse

$$

🍗 BBQ

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.6
The Jerk Pit Smokehouse delivers authentic Caribbean barbecue in Highland with smoky brisket, jerk chicken, and vibrant sides in a casual, family-run spot.
Cart-Driver RiNo

Cart-Driver RiNo

$$

🍝 Italian

🍕 Pizza

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.7
Intimate spot in Denver’s RiNo offering Southern Italian wood-fired pizzas, fresh oysters, and craft cocktails in a cozy, trendy setting.
Mama Jo's Chicken, Biscuits, BBQ

Mama Jo's Chicken, Biscuits, BBQ

$$

🍗 BBQ

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City Park

🌳 City Park

4.5
Mama Jo's delivers authentic Southern barbecue and crispy chicken biscuits in a casual Central neighborhood setting, beloved for rich flavors and hearty portions.
Smokin Yard's BBQ

Smokin Yard's BBQ

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🍗 BBQ

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Baker

🛼 Baker

4.7
Smokin Yard's BBQ serves hearty Southern barbecue classics with a relaxed vibe and a lively bar in Denver’s Baker neighborhood.
BBQ Daddy’s

BBQ Daddy’s

$$

🍗 BBQ

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Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.9
BBQ Daddy’s delivers authentic Texas-style barbecue with smoky brisket and rich sauces in a casual Central neighborhood setting.
MAKfam

MAKfam

$$

🥡 Chinese

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Baker

🛼 Baker

4.6
MAKfam delivers bold, authentic Chinese cuisine with a hip-hop vibe in Denver’s Baker neighborhood, featuring standout bao buns and spicy noodles.
Colorado Campfire

Colorado Campfire

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍻 Brewpub

🍗 BBQ

Capitol Hill

🍽️ Uptown

4.4
Colorado Campfire offers rustic vibes with two patios, 70 local draft beers, cocktails, and elevated pub fare in a casual, cozy setting.
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.
Restaurant Olivia

Restaurant Olivia

$$$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🥖 French

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥂 Fine Dining

Capitol Hill

🧘‍♀️ Wash Park

4.7
Restaurant Olivia blends classic French-inspired dishes with modern craft cocktails in a warm, intimate setting.
Denver Milk Market

Denver Milk Market

$$

🍽️🍺 Food Hall

🍔 American

🍳 Breakfast

🍣 Japanese

🥡 Chinese

🍴 Contemporary

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.1
Denver Milk Market is a lively food hall featuring diverse local and global dishes with a vibrant atmosphere and multiple vendors.
Sunny's

Sunny's

$$

🍳 Breakfast

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.5
Sunny's is a cozy Sunnyside cafe serving scratch-made imaginative breakfasts with great coffee and a casual, trendy vibe.
Potager

Potager

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🌱 Farm-to-Table

🍔 American

🍷 Wine Bar

🥂 Fine Dining

🥗 Health

Central Park

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.7
Potager serves seasonal organic New American dishes in a rustic setting, showcasing market-fresh flavors and a cozy, upscale vibe.
Sushi Bay 17

Sushi Bay 17

$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🍚 Asian Fusion

City Park

🌳 City Park

4.4
Relaxed spot blending modern decor with fresh sushi offerings and lunch specials, delivering a cozy vibe and lively karaoke room experience.
Cucina Colore

Cucina Colore

$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍴 Contemporary

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

☕ Coffee Shop

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.3
Cucina Colore offers sleek casual Italian dining with innovative dishes and an extensive wine list in Cherry Creek.
Ash'Kara

Ash'Kara

$$

🥙 Mediterranean

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.3
Creative Israeli restaurant in Denver's Highland neighborhood offers vegetable-forward Mediterranean dishes crafted with premium, carefully sourced ingredients.
Uchi Denver

Uchi Denver

$$$$

🍣 Sushi

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
Uchi Denver offers sublime sushi and sashimi paired with a robust drink menu and happy hour in a sleek, contemporary setting.
The Denver Central Market

The Denver Central Market

$

🍽️🍺 Food Hall

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍕 Pizza

☕ Coffee Shop

🦞 Seafood

🍸 Cocktail Bar

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.7
An airy market featuring meat, fish, bakery, pizzeria, and more, delivering a vibrant food hall experience.