Best Restaurants in Denver

From chic rooftop eateries in LoHi to cozy, hidden gems in historic neighborhoods like Capitol Hill and Larimer Square, discover Denverโ€™s most-loved spots.

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Denver Curated Favorites

The top spots weโ€™d recommend to our best friend visiting Denver. No fluff.

Fish N Beer

Fish N Beer

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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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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๐Ÿฅ– French

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LoDo

4.4
Chez Maggy is a modern French restaurant in Denverโ€™s Central neighborhood, known for its refined French cuisine, cozy upscale ambiance, and standout dishes.
Beckon

Beckon

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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RiNo

4.7
Beckon is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Denver's RiNo district, offering intimate chefโ€™s counter dining with seasonal tasting menus and expertly curated drink pairings.
Flora House

Flora House

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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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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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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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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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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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 Highlandโ€™s cozy space.
Corsica Wine Bar

Corsica Wine Bar

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๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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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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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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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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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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City Park

4.6
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails serves creative Ukrainian fare with inventive cocktails in a cozy, modern setting along Colfax Avenue.
Jovaninaโ€™s

Jovaninaโ€™s

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๐Ÿ Italian

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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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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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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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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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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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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

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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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Denver's Best Patios

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

RiNo

Uchi Denver

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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4.6

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Linger

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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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4.5

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LoDo

Jovaninaโ€™s

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๐Ÿ Italian

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4.4

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Ultreia

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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4.4

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Tacos Tequila Whiskey

Tacos Tequila Whiskey

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿ— BBQ

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.5
Tacos Tequila Whiskey elevates street tacos with bold flavors and craft margaritas in a trendy, casual West Highland spot.
Crema Coffee House

Crema Coffee House

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.6
Crema Coffee House buzzes with a chill hipster vibe, serving expertly crafted coffee and eclectic bites in a cozy setting.
The Weathervane Cafe

The Weathervane Cafe

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Uptown

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Uptown

4.8
The Weathervane Cafe serves expertly crafted espresso drinks and fresh breakfast and lunch fare in a cozy, funky spot with rooftop seating.
Kealoha's BBQ

Kealoha's BBQ

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๐Ÿ— BBQ

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๐Ÿ— BBQ

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.8
Kealoha's BBQ offers authentic Hawaiian BBQ and fried meats with rice, burgers, and shrimp tacos in a lively Central Business District food stand.
Offshoots at the Gardens Cafรฉ

Offshoots at the Gardens Cafรฉ

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Congress Park

๐Ÿชด Congress Park

4.3
Offshoots at the Gardens Cafรฉ serves fresh, flavorful sandwiches and coffee amidst the lush serenity of the Botanic Gardens with casual, cozy vibes.
Copper Door Coffee Roasters

Copper Door Coffee Roasters

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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Congress Park

๐Ÿชด Congress Park

4.4
Copper Door Coffee Roasters serves great coffee and tea in a cozy, trendy spot nestled inside the Botanic Gardens with outdoor seating.
Brew Culture Coffee

Brew Culture Coffee

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Sloanโ€™s Lake

๐Ÿšฒ Sloanโ€™s Lake

4.7
Brew Culture Coffee delivers expertly crafted brews and kombucha in a bright, cozy spot with local art and live music vibes on West Colfax.
Las Margs

Las Margs

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿป Brewpub

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.5
Las Margs is a lively spot serving vibrant tacos and refreshing margaritas with great happy-hour deals in a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
Trattoria Stella

Trattoria Stella

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Capitol Hill

๐Ÿชด Congress Park

4.5
Trattoria Stella serves fresh Italian pastas and vibrant dishes in a colorful brick setting with inviting sidewalk patio dining.
Hapa Sushi Grill and Sake Bar

Hapa Sushi Grill and Sake Bar

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.5
Modern sushi spot with creative rolls and a lively atmosphere, delivering a fresh take on Japanese cuisine in an upscale casual setting.
Mercantile Dining & Provision

Mercantile Dining & Provision

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿ” American

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.5
Mercantile offers New American dining with artisanal market vibes and a wine library inside Union Station's vibrant hub.
Park Avenue Tacos

Park Avenue Tacos

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Central Park

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.6
Park Avenue Tacos serves fresh, flavorful Mexican street-style tacos with great cocktails and a lively, casual vibe in the Central neighborhood.
Blue Island Oyster Bar

Blue Island Oyster Bar

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.6
Blue Island Oyster Bar offers polished seafood and a raw bar in a nautical setting, featuring craft cocktails and beer in Denver's Cherry Creek.
BRUTร˜

BRUTร˜

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

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

Corsica Wine Bar

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๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅ– French

๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

๐Ÿ Italian

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ 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.
Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
Tupelo Honey serves Southern classics like fried chicken and po' boys with a lively, casual vibe near Union Station.
Novo Coffee

Novo Coffee

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.6
Novo Coffee delivers sleek style and expertly crafted espresso drinks with a local roaster's touch and tasty snacks.
Takiza

Takiza

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.3
Takiza delivers authentic, richly flavored Mexican tacos with standout cocktails and a lively atmosphere in a trendy LoDo setting.
Flower Child

Flower Child

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๐Ÿฅ— Health

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๐Ÿฅ— Health

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿ” American

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Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.5
Flower Child offers fresh, healthy American fare with vegan and gluten-free options in a casual, trendy Cherry Creek setting.
20th Street Mexican Cafe

20th Street Mexican Cafe

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿ” American

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.7
Classic cafe serving hearty Mexican-inspired breakfast and lunch in a cozy, vintage setting with a focus on quick service and comfort food.
Nocturne

Nocturne

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.8
Nocturne is a bi-level jazz lounge and eatery in Denverโ€™s River North Art District, offering eclectic plates, crafted cocktails, and live jazz for a stylish, intimate night out.
Machete Tequila + Tacos

Machete Tequila + Tacos

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
Vibrant bar and grill specializing in creative tacos and extensive tequilas, offering a casual and trendy atmosphere with great cocktails.
Taco Uprising

Taco Uprising

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.8
Taco Uprising serves bold, fresh Mexican tacos and cocktails in a trendy, casual spot with a lively indoor/outdoor bar experience.
The Original

The Original

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

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

Luca

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.4
Luca serves high-end regional Italian cuisine with fresh handmade pastas and a cozy, rustic vibe in Capitol Hill.
Angeloโ€™s Taverna

Angeloโ€™s Taverna

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿฆช Oysters

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.6
Angeloโ€™s Taverna serves casual Italian dishes, fresh oysters, and cocktails in a cozy, lively setting near Speer.
Max Gill & Grill

Max Gill & Grill

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿฆช Oysters

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿ” American

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South Broadway

๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Wash Park

4.6
Max Gill & Grill serves casual surf 'n' turf with daily deals on oysters & sangria, plus a cozy patio vibe on South Gaylord Street.