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.

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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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
Whittier Cafe

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Whittier Cafe

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🥐 Café & Bakery

Capitol Hill

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.

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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LoHi

Linger

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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4.5

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RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

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4.3

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Cap Hill

Stellar Jay

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

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
Whittier Cafe

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Whittier Cafe

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🥐 Café & Bakery

Capitol Hill

4.8
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Rio on Wazee

Rio on Wazee

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🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍔 American

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.2
Vibrant Mexican spot offering bold Tex-Mex flavors, legendary margaritas, and a festive atmosphere perfect for lively gatherings.
La Loma

La Loma

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🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.4
Family-run kitchen serving traditional Mexican cuisine, renowned for margaritas and an upscale-rustic vibe in a lively urban setting.
Ramen Star

Ramen Star

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🍜 Ramen

🍜 Ramen

🍚 Asian Fusion

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.5
Ramen Star serves fresh, uniquely flavored ramen and Japanese dishes in a cozy, trendy setting with fast service and a welcoming atmosphere.
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.
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.
Kealoha's BBQ

Kealoha's BBQ

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🍗 BBQ

🍗 BBQ

Downtown

🏙️ 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.
Los Chingones RiNo

Los Chingones RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.3
Edgy RiNo Mexican eatery featuring innovative tacos, creative cocktails, and a lively rooftop patio for an urban dining vibe.
Hudson Hill

Hudson Hill

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.5
Hudson Hill is an intimate lounge blending cocktails, beer, wine, and nibbles in a casually cosmopolitan, cozy setting.
White Pie

White Pie

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🍕 Pizza

🍕 Pizza

🍝 Italian

City Park

🌳 City Park

4.5
White Pie serves oak-fired pizzas with seasonal Italian dishes in a cozy, trendy spot near Central neighborhood.
Chopstickers

Chopstickers

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🥡 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.
Ocean Prime

Ocean Prime

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🦞 Seafood

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

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

The Osage Café & Mercado

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🍔 American

🍔 American

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

Downtown

🛼 Baker

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