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

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$$$$

🍣 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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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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Ultreia

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🥙 Mediterranean

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Stellar Jay

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Linger

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Brasserie Brixton

Brasserie Brixton

$$$

🥖 French

🥖 French

🍴 Contemporary

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥞 Brunch

🥐 Café & Bakery

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.7
Brasserie Brixton serves French cuisine with a modern twist in a hip space with open kitchen and cozy bar vibes.
Flora

Flora

$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.6
Flora offers a cozy, trendy cafe vibe with great coffee, tea, and fast service in a walkable Golden Triangle spot.
My Neighbor Felix LoHi

My Neighbor Felix LoHi

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.2
My Neighbor Felix LoHi serves traditional Mexican dishes with creative cocktails and a vibrant atmosphere in a laid-back Highland setting.
Del Frisco's Grille

Del Frisco's Grille

$$$$

🥩 Steakhouse

🥩 Steakhouse

🦞 Seafood

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

🍔 American

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.3
Del Frisco's Grille serves upscale steak, seafood, and cocktails in a trendy Cherry Creek setting with a rooftop patio.
Denver Milk Market

Denver Milk Market

$$

🍽️🍺 Food Hall

🍔 American

🍳 Breakfast

🍣 Japanese

🥡 Chinese

🍴 Contemporary

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.1
Denver Milk Market is a lively food hall featuring diverse local and global dishes with a vibrant atmosphere and multiple vendors.
Encanto Cocina & Cantina

Encanto Cocina & Cantina

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥞 Brunch

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.8
Encanto Cocina & Cantina blends authentic Mexican flavors with a vibrant, cozy atmosphere and standout cocktails in a lively neighborhood hub.
Cherry Bean - Coffee

Cherry Bean - Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.6
Sun-filled neighborhood coffee spot with gourmet brews, smoothies, breakfast eats, free Wi-Fi, and a cozy trendy vibe in Sunnyside.
Mezcaleria Alma

Mezcaleria Alma

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.9
Mezcaleria Alma offers elevated Mexican small plates paired with a vast mezcal selection in a trendy, cozy Highland spot.
Satchel's on 6th

Satchel's on 6th

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

🌱 Farm-to-Table

Central Park

🛝 Central Park

4.5
Cozy spot in Central Denver serving farm-fresh American dishes with a curated wine list and an inviting, intimate atmosphere.
Syrup Downtown

Syrup Downtown

$$

🍳 Breakfast

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.3
Syrup Downtown offers a hearty breakfast menu with sandwiches and salads, known for fast service and great coffee in a cozy, trendy setting.
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.
Rivers and Roads Coffee

Rivers and Roads Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.7
Rivers and Roads Coffee offers excellent coffee and gluten-free baked goods in a modern, cozy space with inviting outdoor seating.
Kumoya

Kumoya

$$$

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Japanese

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.4
Kumoya delivers an upscale Japanese dining experience in the Highlands with fresh sushi, inventive flavors, and a trendy, cozy ambiance.
Postino 9CO

Postino 9CO

$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍷 Wine Bar

Hilltop

🪴 Congress Park

4.6
Postino 9CO offers a trendy, cozy spot for wine lovers and small plates in an upscale Hale neighborhood setting with a huge patio.
Onefold

Onefold

$$

🍳 Breakfast

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

🌮 Mexican

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

Uptown

🍽️ Uptown

4.5
Onefold delights with farmhouse-style coffee, creative breakfast, and global cafe dishes in a cozy Uptown setting.
La Mai Thai

La Mai Thai

$

🍜 Thai

🍜 Thai

🍚 Asian Fusion

Edgewater

🍺 Edgewater

4.6
La Mai Thai Kitchen offers authentic Thai dishes with bold flavors, cozy ambiance, and a welcoming setting in the Edgewater neighborhood.
Trattoria Stella

Trattoria Stella

$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥞 Brunch

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Capitol Hill

🪴 Congress Park

4.5
Trattoria Stella serves fresh Italian pastas and vibrant dishes in a colorful brick setting with inviting sidewalk patio dining.
Potager

Potager

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🌱 Farm-to-Table

🍔 American

🍷 Wine Bar

🥂 Fine Dining

🥗 Health

Central Park

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.7
Potager serves seasonal organic New American dishes in a rustic setting, showcasing market-fresh flavors and a cozy, upscale vibe.
Tasty Pot

Tasty Pot

$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

🍚 Asian Fusion

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.9
Tasty Pot delivers exceptional Taiwanese hot pot with bold flavors, generous portions, and a vibrant LoHi atmosphere, ideal for families and groups.
La Loma

La Loma

$$

🌮 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.
Secret Garden Bar & Café

Secret Garden Bar & Café

$$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

🍻 Brewpub

Congress Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.4
Secret Garden Bar & Café offers cozy outdoor seating, craft coffee, cocktails, and small plates next to Cheesman Park.
Alma Fonda Fina

Alma Fonda Fina

$$$

🌮 Mexican

🍴 Contemporary

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.8
Alma Fonda Fina offers a cozy, upscale Mexican dining experience in Denver’s Highland neighborhood with creative dishes and craft cocktails.
Nowhere Coffee

Nowhere Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🎨 RiNo

4.9
Nowhere Coffee delights with expertly crafted brews in a cozy, trendy North Denver spot known for community vibes and great coffee.
BBQ Daddy’s

BBQ Daddy’s

$$

🍗 BBQ

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Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.9
BBQ Daddy’s delivers authentic Texas-style barbecue with smoky brisket and rich sauces in a casual Central neighborhood setting.
Plant Magic Cafe

Plant Magic Cafe

$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

☕ Coffee Shop

Capitol Hill

🍽️ Uptown

4.8
Plant Magic Cafe offers a cozy, trendy vibe with specialty magic lattes, organic small plates, and a welcoming community hub.
Fish N Beer

Fish N Beer

$$$

🦞 Seafood

🦞 Seafood

RiNo

🎨 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.
Foraged Restaurant

Foraged Restaurant

$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Sushi

🍚 Asian Fusion

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.4
Foraged Restaurant offers upscale sushi, craft cocktails, and omakase in a trendy bi-level setting with an intimate atmosphere.