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

$

$$

🍚 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.

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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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Fire Restaurant

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🍴 Contemporary

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4.5

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Jovanina’s

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🍝 Italian

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Stellar Jay

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Alteño

Alteño

$$$

🌮 Mexican

🍴 Contemporary

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.7
Alteño offers a trendy Mexican dining experience in Cherry Creek with standout dishes like jalapeño cornbread and avocado margaritas.
City O' City

City O' City

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🥗 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.
Panzano

Panzano

$$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.5
Panzano offers polished yet approachable Italian dining with sustainable North Italian dishes in a sleek hotel setting.
Punch Bowl Social

Punch Bowl Social

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🥞 Brunch

🍴 Contemporary

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Baker

🎸 South Broadway

4.2
Punch Bowl Social blends Southern American gastropub eats with arcade games, bowling, and karaoke in a lively, game-filled atmosphere.
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.
Sushi Bay 17

Sushi Bay 17

$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🍚 Asian Fusion

City Park

🌳 City Park

4.4
Relaxed spot blending modern decor with fresh sushi offerings and lunch specials, delivering a cozy vibe and lively karaoke room experience.
Gyros town

Gyros town

$$

🥙 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.
House 38 Cafe & Juice Bar

House 38 Cafe & Juice Bar

$$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Health

Highlands

📚 Tennyson

4.7
House 38 Cafe & Juice Bar delivers fresh juices, smoothies, and cozy café vibes in West Highland’s Plaza 38 for healthy bites and great coffee.
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.
Wildflower

Wildflower

$$$$

🌱 Farm-to-Table

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.7
Wildflower offers area-sourced Italian and Mexican dishes with an upscale ambiance complemented by a robust drink menu in Denver’s Highland neighborhood.
Chuey FU's Latin-Asian Grub

Chuey FU's Latin-Asian Grub

$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

🍚 Asian Fusion

🌽 Latin American

🍱 Korean

🌮 Mexican

🍲 Vietnamese

Baker

🛼 Baker

4.4
Chuey FU's offers funky, casual Latin-Asian street food with Mexican and Korean flair, perfect for laid-back dining with vibrant flavors.
Little Gingko Asian Cafe

Little Gingko Asian Cafe

$

🍚 Asian Fusion

🍣 Japanese

🥡 Chinese

🍚 Asian Fusion

Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.7
Quaint spot serving authentic Chinese and Japanese dishes with quick service and a cozy, casual vibe in the heart of the city.
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.
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.
Araujo's Restaurants

Araujo's Restaurants

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🌮 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.
Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

$$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥖 French

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.3
Trompeau Bakery + Cafe delights with flaky croissants, savory breakfast sandwiches, and rich coffee in a cozy downtown setting.
Fire Restaurant

Fire Restaurant

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.5
Swanky spot in Denver offering New American cuisine with Colorado flair, curated cocktails, rooftop seating, and an upscale atmosphere.
Le Bilboquet Denver

Le Bilboquet Denver

$$$$

🥖 French

🥖 French

🦞 Seafood

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.3
Le Bilboquet Denver offers refined French dining with cozy ambiance, signature Cajun chicken, and standout cocktails in Cherry Creek’s upscale setting.
Sam's No. 3

Sam's No. 3

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.6
Sam's No. 3 is a lively diner serving hearty comfort food all day, famous for breakfast burritos and green chili in the Central Business District.
Tavernetta

Tavernetta

$$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍴 Contemporary

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.7
Upscale Italian hot spot Tavernetta dazzles with open kitchen vibes, a cozy fireplace lounge, and expertly crafted dishes in Denver’s Central neighborhood.
The Velvet Cellar

The Velvet Cellar

$$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🥖 French

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.7
The Velvet Cellar offers an upscale, cozy spot with innovative New American dishes and standout cocktails in the heart of downtown.
Cherry Creek Grill

Cherry Creek Grill

$$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥞 Brunch

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.5
Cherry Creek Grill serves upscale American classics like prime rib and burgers in a cozy, lively setting with a popular patio vibe.
Senor Bear

Senor Bear

$$

🌽 Latin American

🌽 Latin American

🦞 Seafood

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.5
Senor Bear delivers contemporary Pan-Latin seafood and small plates in a trendy spot with cocktails and a lively patio ambiance.
Happy Camper Pizza

Happy Camper Pizza

$$

🍕 Pizza

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Cool, outdoorsy pizza spot with a lively patio, cocktails, and brunch, perfect for relaxed dining and weekend vibes.
Narrative

Narrative

$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

🍷 Wine Bar

🥞 Brunch

🦞 Seafood

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.4
Narrative serves eclectic global sharing plates and elevated mains with a robust wine list in a chic Cherry Creek setting.
Rivers and Roads Coffee

Rivers and Roads Coffee

$$

☕ 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.
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.