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Best Restaurants in Denver

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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RiNo

4.7
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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

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LoDo

4.4
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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

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RiNo

4.7
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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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Capitol Hill

4.8
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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

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Uptown

4.3
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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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Highlands

4.6
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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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RiNo

4.4
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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

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Downtown

4.8
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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

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City Park

4.6
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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

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LoDo

4.4
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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

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Central Park

4.8
Skills You'll Build
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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Wash Park

4.7
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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

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Highlands

4.4
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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.

A5 Steakhouse

A5 Steakhouse

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🥩 Steakhouse

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LoDo

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

Michelin Star Restaurants

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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

Linger

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Uchi Denver

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Jovanina’s

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BRUTØ

BRUTØ

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🥂 Fine Dining

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.7
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BRUTO offers an intimate, Michelin-starred dining experience in Denver with an innovative 11-course tasting menu focused on local and regional sustainable cuisine.
Bacon Social House

Bacon Social House

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.6
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Bacon Social House serves American fare with craft beer and cocktails in a trendy, midcentury-modern Sunnyside spot.
Safta

Safta

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🥙 Mediterranean

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🥙 Mediterranean

🍴 Contemporary

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.5
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Safta offers modern Middle Eastern dining in a stylish setting at The Source Hotel, renowned for wood-fired pita and vibrant shared plates.
Ocean Prime

Ocean Prime

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🦞 Seafood

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
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Ocean Prime is a luxurious Denver spot offering classic steak and seafood in an elegant setting with a long wine list and refined cocktails.
Secret Garden Bar & Café

Secret Garden Bar & Café

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Congress Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.4
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Secret Garden Bar & Café offers cozy outdoor seating, craft coffee, cocktails, and small plates next to Cheesman Park.
Noble Riot

Noble Riot

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🍷 Wine Bar

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
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Noble Riot is a vibrant wine bar in Denver's RiNo district, renowned for its natural wines, knowledgeable staff, and standout fried chicken in a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
Sun Valley Kitchen

Sun Valley Kitchen

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🍳 Breakfast

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🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Health

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Sloan's Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

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

The Original

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🥞 Brunch

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🍔 American

🍳 Breakfast

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.4
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The Original serves hearty chicken waffles, rustic steak plates, and burgers with fries in a laid-back, spacious setting.
Highlands Cork & Cafe

Highlands Cork & Cafe

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🍷 Wine Bar

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.4
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Highlands Cork & Cafe is a cozy spot with parlor rooms, garden patio, and live music, serving coffee, brunch, and drinks in a trendy atmosphere.
Frasca

Frasca

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🥂 Fine Dining

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Boulder

🏔️ Boulder

4.6
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Frasca Food and Wine serves refined Northern Italian dishes crafted from local ingredients,
My Neighbor Felix LoHi

My Neighbor Felix LoHi

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🌮 Mexican

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.2
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My Neighbor Felix LoHi serves traditional Mexican dishes with creative cocktails and a vibrant atmosphere in a laid-back Highland setting.
The Osage Café & Mercado

The Osage Café & Mercado

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🍔 American

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Downtown

🛼 Baker

4.5
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The Osage Café & Mercado serves affordable American comfort food with fast service and a cozy atmosphere in Central Denver.
Blue Sparrow Coffee

Blue Sparrow Coffee

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Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.8
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Blue Sparrow Coffee serves expertly crafted coffee and tea in a cozy, trendy spot with comfy seating and a quiet atmosphere.
Odie B's Sunnyside

Odie B's Sunnyside

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🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

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

The Wild

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
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The Wild serves craft cocktails, coffee, and shared plates with a trendy vibe and inviting bar and patio atmosphere.
Wild Taco Denver

Wild Taco Denver

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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🍚 Asian Fusion

🌮 Mexican

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

🌳 Capitol Hill

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

Ukiyo

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🍣 Japanese

🥂 Fine Dining

🦞 Seafood

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.6
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Ukiyo delivers an intimate omakase journey blending Japanese tradition with Laotian influences in Larimer Square’s refined setting.
Happy Camper Pizza

Happy Camper Pizza

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.6
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Cool, outdoorsy pizza spot with a lively patio, cocktails, and brunch, perfect for relaxed dining and weekend vibes.
Port Side

Port Side

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🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.7
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Port Side offers a casual, trendy coffeehouse vibe with house-roasted beans, espresso drinks, and creative breakfast and lunch bites.
Amante Coffee at the Oxford

Amante Coffee at the Oxford

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

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Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.7
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Amante Coffee at the Oxford serves top-notch coffee and cocktails in a cozy, historic setting with a charming patio and city views.
bartaco

bartaco

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🌮 Mexican

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🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍻 Brewpub

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.5
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bartaco offers a trendy, cozy taco joint with fast service and a great drink selection in the LoHi neighborhood.
Temaki Den

Temaki Den

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🍣 Japanese

🍚 Asian Fusion

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.8
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Temaki Den offers premium nigiri, sashimi, and hand rolls in a stylish, industrial space with standout sushi and vibrant cocktails.
Little Owl Coffee

Little Owl Coffee

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Highlands

🍸 LoHi

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

Uchi Denver

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🍣 Sushi

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
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Uchi Denver offers sublime sushi and sashimi paired with a robust drink menu and happy hour in a sleek, contemporary setting.
West Saloon & Kitchen

West Saloon & Kitchen

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🍔 American

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Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.5
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Old-fashioned saloon-style spot serving hearty burgers, steaks, and beer with a lively patio in the Central Business District.
Ollie & Park's

Ollie & Park's

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🍴 Contemporary

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🍴 Contemporary

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🦞 Seafood

🥞 Brunch

🍔 American

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Capitol Hill

🍽️ Uptown

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Ollie & Park's offers a cozy, trendy spot with standout cocktails and delicious tapas, perfect for casual dining or special occasions in Central.
Kobe An LoHi

Kobe An LoHi

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🍣 Japanese

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Japanese eatery specializing in shabu-shabu and sukiyaki with a cozy vibe and inviting wood interiors, plus a charming enclosed patio.

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