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

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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

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$$$$

🥂 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

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$$

🍚 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

Indulge in Denver’s most acclaimed fine dining, led by chefs who’ve earned Michelin’s highest honor.

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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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Stellar Jay

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Linger

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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Mister Oso RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

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Ultreia

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Flower Child

Flower Child

$$

🥗 Health

🥗 Health

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍔 American

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.5
Flower Child offers fresh, healthy American fare with vegan and gluten-free options in a casual, trendy Cherry Creek setting.
Mizu Izakaya

Mizu Izakaya

$$$

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Sushi

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.4
Artsy Japanese tavern serving creative yakitori, sushi, and small plates alongside sake, cocktails, and beer in a trendy setting.
Carl's Pizza

Carl's Pizza

$$

🍕 Pizza

🍕 Pizza

🍝 Italian

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.5
Carl's Pizza is a beloved neighborhood spot serving classic Italian pies and hearty pasta in a cozy, no-frills setting in West Highland.
Vibe Coffee and Wine

Vibe Coffee and Wine

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.5
Vibe Coffee and Wine pairs expertly crafted coffee and cocktails in a trendy, cozy setting with ample lounge seating and a relaxed vibe.
City O' City

City O' City

$$

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.5
City O' City serves creative vegetarian and vegan dishes in a bohemian atmosphere catering to all tastes.
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.
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.
Moonflower Coffee

Moonflower Coffee

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☕ 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.
801 Fish

801 Fish

$$$$

🦞 Seafood

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Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.4
801 Fish offers an exceptional seafood dining experience in the heart of downtown, famous for oysters, fresh seafood dishes, and elegant ambiance.
Pita Central

Pita Central

$$

🥙 Mediterranean

🥙 Greek

🥙 Mediterranean

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.9
Pita Central serves fresh, authentic Greek dishes with fast service and a welcoming vibe in the Highland neighborhood.
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.
Osteria Marco

Osteria Marco

$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍕 Pizza

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.3
Osteria Marco crafts cozy basement vibes with authentic Italian pizzas, cured meats, cheeses, and a rich wine selection near Larimer Square.
Thump Coffee

Thump Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.5
Thump Coffee serves gourmet espresso drinks and light fare in cozy, artsy vibes, a favorite spot in Cap Hill for coffee lovers and solo work.
Izakaya Den

Izakaya Den

$$$

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Sushi

🍚 Asian Fusion

South Denver

🏘️ South Denver

4.7
Hip izakaya serving intricate Japanese small plates with fresh sushi and stylish ambiance in a lively South Pearl Street setting.
Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar

Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar

$$$

🦞 Seafood

🦞 Seafood

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
Upscale seafood destination in Denver’s LoDo serving fresh oysters, creative cocktails, and a stylish, relaxed atmosphere.
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.
Sushi by Scratch Denver

Sushi by Scratch Denver

$$$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🥂 Fine Dining

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.8
Sushi by Scratch delivers an intimate omakase experience with impeccably fresh sushi and expert sake pairings in a cozy, trendy speakeasy atmosphere.
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.
Hey Kiddo

Hey Kiddo

$$$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

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Tennyson

📚 Tennyson

4.4
Hey Kiddo is a trendy Berkeley spot in Denver known for its bold modern Asian fusion dishes, standout cocktails, and intimate ambiance with rooftop seating.
Buzz Cafe

Buzz Cafe

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🥐 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.
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.
Nozomi

Nozomi

$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.8
Nozomi offers refined Japanese dining with fresh nigiri, inventive rolls, and a cozy, trendy ambiance in the Sunnyside neighborhood.
Jovanina’s

Jovanina’s

$$$

🍝 Italian

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.4
Warm Italian eatery in Denver with exposed brick, wood-fired pizzas, housemade pasta, cocktails, and a cozy upscale vibe.
Araujo's Restaurants

Araujo's Restaurants

$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

☕ Coffee Shop

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.5
Araujo's Restaurants serves classic Mexican dishes in a festive, family-friendly cantina with combo platters and convenient to-go options.
La Brewjula Café

La Brewjula Café

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

Sun Valley

🏡 Hilltop

4.9
La Brewjula Café offers exceptional coffee and cozy vibes in a spacious setting, ideal for quiet meetings and casual breakfasts.
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.
Nocturne

Nocturne

$$$$

🥂 Fine Dining

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.8
Nocturne is a bi-level jazz lounge and eatery in Denver’s River North Art District, offering eclectic plates, crafted cocktails, and live jazz for a stylish, intimate night out.