Best Restaurants in Denver

From chic rooftop eateries in LoHi to cozy, hidden gems in historic neighborhoods like Capitol Hill and Larimer Square, discover Denverโ€™s most-loved spots.

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Denver Curated Favorites

The top spots weโ€™d recommend to our best friend visiting Denver. No fluff.

Fish N Beer

Fish N Beer

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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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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๐Ÿฅ– French

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LoDo

4.4
Chez Maggy is a modern French restaurant in Denverโ€™s Central neighborhood, known for its refined French cuisine, cozy upscale ambiance, and standout dishes.
Beckon

Beckon

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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RiNo

4.7
Beckon is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Denver's RiNo district, offering intimate chefโ€™s counter dining with seasonal tasting menus and expertly curated drink pairings.
Flora House

Flora House

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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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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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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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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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 Highlandโ€™s cozy space.
Corsica Wine Bar

Corsica Wine Bar

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๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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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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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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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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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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City Park

4.6
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails serves creative Ukrainian fare with inventive cocktails in a cozy, modern setting along Colfax Avenue.
Jovaninaโ€™s

Jovaninaโ€™s

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๐Ÿ Italian

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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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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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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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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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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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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

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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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RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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4.3

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Jovaninaโ€™s

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๐Ÿ Italian

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4.4

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Ash'Kara

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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Ultreia

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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Rioja

Rioja

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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Lodo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.6
Locally sourced Mediterranean dishes and wines energize the vibrant Larimer Square space of Rioja, a must-visit in Denver's culinary scene.
Safta

Safta

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

๐Ÿด Contemporary

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.5
Safta offers modern Middle Eastern dining in a stylish setting at The Source Hotel, renowned for wood-fired pita and vibrant shared plates.
SliceWorks

SliceWorks

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

๐Ÿ Italian

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.5
SliceWorks serves New York-style pizzas by the slice or pie, with a casual vibe and an extensive selection of pastas and subs.
Taco Uprising

Taco Uprising

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.8
Taco Uprising serves bold, fresh Mexican tacos and cocktails in a trendy, casual spot with a lively indoor/outdoor bar experience.
Matsuhisa Denver

Matsuhisa Denver

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.6
Matsuhisa Denver delivers acclaimed Japanese seafood and tasting menus by Chef Nobu, set in an elegant Cherry Creek dining space.
Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

โ˜• Coffee Shop

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.3
Trompeau Bakery + Cafe serves flaky croissants and rich coffee in a cozy spot, winning fans with French-inspired pastries and warm service downtown.
Liang's Thai Food

Liang's Thai Food

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Downtown

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.8
Liang's Thai Food is a beloved casual spot offering authentic Thai street food with spicy, fresh dishes and generous portions downtown.
Huckleberry Roasters

Huckleberry Roasters

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.6
Huckleberry Roasters offers expertly roasted coffee and light bites in a minimalist cafe with great vibes and outdoor seating in Sunnyside.
Kike's Red Tacos

Kike's Red Tacos

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.6
Kike's Red Tacos is a lively food truck serving authentic Mexican tacos and quesadillas with fast service and a casual outdoor seating area.
Buckhorn Exchange

Buckhorn Exchange

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

๐Ÿฆช Oysters

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿ” American

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Downtown

๐Ÿ›ผ Baker

4.4
Buckhorn Exchange is a storied steakhouse featuring unique game meats like elk, yak, and Rocky Mountain oysters in a historic, taxidermy-filled setting.
Bazille

Bazille

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.4
Bazille offers a cozy, trendy American dining experience inside Cherry Creek Mall with great cocktails and fast service.
Toro Food Concepts

Toro Food Concepts

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๐ŸŒฝ Latin American

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๐ŸŒฝ Latin American

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Central Park

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.8
Toro Food Concepts dishes out fresh, flavorful bowls and empanadas with a Latino-owned twist in Denverโ€™s vibrant Central neighborhood.
Foraged Restaurant

Foraged Restaurant

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

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

BRUTร˜

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.7
BRUTO offers an intimate, Michelin-starred dining experience in Denver with an innovative 11-course tasting menu focused on local and regional sustainable cuisine.
Moonflower Coffee

Moonflower Coffee

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Sloanโ€™s Lake

๐Ÿšฒ Sloanโ€™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.
Jacks on Pearl

Jacks on Pearl

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿด Contemporary

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Wash Park

๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ 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.
Odie B's Sunnyside

Odie B's Sunnyside

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.6
Odie B's Sunnyside delivers bold, flavorful breakfast and lunch sandwiches with vegan options in a lively, casual Sunnyside setting.
The Universal

The Universal

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ 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.
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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City Park

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.6
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails serves creative Ukrainian fare with inventive cocktails in a cozy, modern setting along Colfax Avenue.
Mizuna

Mizuna

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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Cap Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.6
Mizuna delivers creative New American cuisine with exquisite tasting menus in an intimate, cozy setting of Denverโ€™s Cap Hill neighborhood.
Nowhere Coffee

Nowhere Coffee

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Highlands

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

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

Coperta

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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Capitol Hill

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Uptown

4.3
Coperta serves refined Southern Italian dishes with an accomplished chefโ€™s touch in a warm, stylish spot featuring a full bar.
Toasts N Roasts

Toasts N Roasts

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Capitol Hill

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Uptown

4.7
Toasts N Roasts serves delicious coffee, breakfast burritos, and avocado toast in a cozy, dog-friendly cafe with great service and local charm.
Gaetano's

Gaetano's

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

โ˜• Coffee Shop

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.4
Gaetano's is a lively Italian spot with family roots, serving classic dishes and creative cocktails in a cozy, vibrant setting.
Tacos Tequila Whiskey

Tacos Tequila Whiskey

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿ— BBQ

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.5
Tacos Tequila Whiskey elevates street tacos with bold flavors and craft margaritas in a trendy, casual West Highland spot.
Postino LoHi

Postino LoHi

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๐Ÿ Italian

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LoHi

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.7
Italian-inspired Postino LoHi delights with bruschetta, wine selection, and rustic-chic vibes featuring a sunny outdoor patio in Denverโ€™s vibrant Highland neighborhood.
Two Brothers Cafe

Two Brothers Cafe

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿ” American

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.7
Two Brothers Cafe offers hearty breakfast classics with great coffee and friendly service in a cozy West Highland spot loved by locals.