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

$

$$$

🥖 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

$

$

🍕 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

$

$$$$

🥩 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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Denver's Best Patios

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

Cap Hill

Fire Restaurant

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🍴 Contemporary

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4.5

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Mister Oso RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

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4.3

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Linger

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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4.5

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Ash'Kara

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🥙 Mediterranean

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4.3

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Mimosas

Mimosas

$$

🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🍸 Cocktail Bar

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.2
Colorful retro spot serving innovative brunch and comfort food, known for lively vibes and a wide mimosa & champagne selection.
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.
Park Avenue Tacos

Park Avenue Tacos

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Central Park

🌳 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.
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.
Ollie & Park's

Ollie & Park's

$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🦞 Seafood

🥞 Brunch

🍔 American

Capitol Hill

🍽️ Uptown

4.7
Ollie & Park's offers a cozy, trendy spot with standout cocktails and delicious tapas, perfect for casual dining or special occasions in Central.
Hop Alley

Hop Alley

$$$

🥡 Chinese

🥡 Chinese

🍴 Contemporary

🍚 Asian Fusion

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
A hip Chinese restaurant in Denver known for modern shared plates, craft beer, cider, and clever cocktails in a trendy, cozy atmosphere.
Sexy Pizza

Sexy Pizza

$

🍕 Pizza

🍕 Pizza

🍝 Italian

🍔 American

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.4
Sexy Pizza is a local pizzeria known for creative pies and pasta served in a trendy yet casual environment.
The Universal

The Universal

$$

🍳 Breakfast

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

🍔 American

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.6
The Universal offers inventive breakfast and lunch with rotating grits specials in a cozy, casual spot with a full bar in Sunnyside.
Red Square Euro Bistro

Red Square Euro Bistro

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.7
Red Square Euro Bistro offers sophisticated Russian dishes and a vast selection of imported and infused vodkas in a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
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.
Chopstickers

Chopstickers

$$

🥡 Chinese

🥡 Chinese

🍚 Asian Fusion

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.5
Chopstickers delivers fresh, flavorful Asian dumplings and noodles with fast, friendly service in Denver’s bustling Central Business District.
Mercantile Dining & Provision

Mercantile Dining & Provision

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍔 American

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

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

Coffeegraph

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

5
Coffeegraph blends unique Asian-inspired syrups and exceptional coffee in a cozy, family-run Berkeley spot with a trendy vibe.
Goosetown Tavern BBQ

Goosetown Tavern BBQ

$$

🍗 BBQ

🍗 BBQ

🍻 Brewpub

🍔 American

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Capitol Hill

🪴 Congress Park

4.3
Goosetown Tavern BBQ is a veteran local bar with hearty BBQ, craft brews, live music, and weekly events in a cozy, casual atmosphere.
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.
801 Chophouse

801 Chophouse

$$$$

🥩 Steakhouse

🥩 Steakhouse

🦞 Seafood

🥂 Fine Dining

🍷 Wine Bar

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.6
801 Chophouse serves prime beef cuts and seafood paired with an extensive wine list in an elegant, clubby Cherry Creek setting.
Steuben's Uptown

Steuben's Uptown

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

Uptown

🍽️ Uptown

4.4
Steuben's Uptown serves classic American favorites and cocktails in a lively retro-style diner with a cozy, trendy vibe.
Taco Uprising

Taco Uprising

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍸 Cocktail Bar

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

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

Copper Door Coffee Roasters

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

Congress Park

🪴 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.
Blue Island Oyster Bar

Blue Island Oyster Bar

$$

🦞 Seafood

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Cherry Creek

🛍️ 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.
Coperta

Coperta

$$$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥂 Fine Dining

Capitol Hill

🍽️ Uptown

4.3
Coperta serves refined Southern Italian dishes with an accomplished chef’s touch in a warm, stylish spot featuring a full bar.
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

🍸 Cocktail Bar

City Park

🌳 City Park

4.6
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails serves creative Ukrainian fare with inventive cocktails in a cozy, modern setting along Colfax Avenue.
The Ginger Pig

The Ginger Pig

$$

🥡 Chinese

🥡 Chinese

🍚 Asian Fusion

Tennyson

📚 Tennyson

4.4
The Ginger Pig offers a vibrant Asian fusion in Denver’s Berkeley neighborhood with standout Korean fried chicken and a cozy, trendy vibe.
Corvus Coffee Roasters

Corvus Coffee Roasters

$$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥐 Café & Bakery

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.5
Corvus Coffee Roasters serves expertly sourced single origin coffee, featuring cozy vibes and a trendy spot perfect for coffee aficionados and work sessions.
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.
Sakura House

Sakura House

$

🍣 Japanese

🍜 Ramen

🍣 Japanese

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
Sakura House delivers authentic Japanese comfort food with standout ramen, teriyaki, and set meals in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.
Crema Coffee House

Crema Coffee House

$$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

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