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 Top 10

The top 10 spots we’d recommend to our best friend visiting Denver. No fluff.

The Wolf's Tailor

The Wolf's Tailor

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🥂 Fine Dining

Highlands

4.7
Innovative Denver restaurant featuring wild game, seasonal tasting menus, and cozy industrial ambiance for a unique dining experience.
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.
Uchi Denver

Uchi Denver

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🍣 Sushi

RiNo

4.6
Uchi Denver offers sublime sushi and sashimi paired with a robust drink menu and happy hour in a sleek, contemporary setting.
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.
A5 Steakhouse

A5 Steakhouse

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🥩 Steakhouse

LoDo

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

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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Spices Cafe

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🍔 American

Cap Hill

4.7
Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar

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Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar

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🍜 Thai

Uptown

4.6
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

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Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

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🍳 Breakfast

Downtown

4.5
Smokin' Dave's BBQ and Brews

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Smokin' Dave's BBQ and Brews

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🍗 BBQ

South Broadway

4.6
Smokin Yard's BBQ

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Smokin Yard's BBQ

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🍗 BBQ

Baker

4.7
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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

Ash'Kara

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🥙 Mediterranean

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Cap Hill

Fire Restaurant

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🍴 Contemporary

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4.5

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LoDo

Jovanina’s

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🍝 Italian

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4.4

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Linger

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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Mister Oso RiNo

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Stellar Jay

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🍽️ Browse by Cuisine

Craving sushi, tacos, or handmade pasta? Filter Denver’s best restaurants by cuisine and find exactly what you’re hungry for.

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Work & Class

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🍔 American

RiNo

4.7
Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar

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Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar

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🍔 American

Downtown

4.2
Wooden Spoon Cafe & Bakery

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Wooden Spoon Cafe & Bakery

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🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

4.7
Wildflower

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Wildflower

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🌱 Farm-to-Table

LoHi

4.7
Wild Taco Denver

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Wild Taco Denver

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🍚 Asian Fusion

Downtown

4.3
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Aloy Modern Thai

Aloy Modern Thai

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🍜 Thai

🍜 Thai

🍴 Contemporary

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
Aloy Modern Thai serves contemporary Thai dishes with craft cocktails in a stylish, cozy setting in LoDo.
Root Down

Root Down

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥗 Health

🍴 Contemporary

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Root Down is a vibrant LoHi spot offering creative American small plates and drinks in a funky art-filled setting.
Gyros town

Gyros town

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🥙 Mediterranean

🥙 Greek

🥙 Mediterranean

RiNo

🥂 LoDo

4.1
Gyros town offers casual Greek eats with fast service, featuring tender gyros, lamb combos, and a lively food truck vibe.
Hearth

Hearth

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.9
Hearth offers cozy vibes, exceptional coffee, and artisanal baked goods in West Highlands, perfect for those seeking quality and eco-friendly charm.
Chingon - Santa Fe Art District

Chingon - Santa Fe Art District

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🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Baker

🛼 Baker

5
Chingon offers authentic Mexican cuisine with standout dishes like chicharrones and fresh cocktails, set in a vibrant, art district ambiance.
Little Owl Coffee

Little Owl Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

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

Café Zuri

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🥖 French

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.6
Café Zuri is a cozy, rustic coffee shop known for gourmet coffee, French pastries, and quiches in a warm local setting.
Aviano Coffee Cherry Creek North

Aviano Coffee Cherry Creek North

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.2
Trendy coffee shop in Cherry Creek serving gourmet espresso drinks and pastries in a modern space with inviting patio seating.
Bar Dough

Bar Dough

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🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍕 Pizza

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.4
Bar Dough offers modern-rustic Italian dishes with gourmet wood-fired pizzas, pastas, and a robust selection of wine, beer, and cocktails.
Mister Oso RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.3
Cool spot in Denver’s RiNo with vine-draped patio serving creative tacos and South American-inspired dishes in a trendy, casual setting.
Hop Alley

Hop Alley

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🥡 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.
Sunny's

Sunny's

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🍳 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.