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

$

$$$

🦞 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

$

$$$

🥖 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

$

$$$$

🥂 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

$

$$$

🍳 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

$

$$

☕ 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

$

$$$

🍷 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

$

$$$$

🍣 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

$

$$$

🍴 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

$

$$$

🍝 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

$

$

🍕 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

$

$$$$

🥩 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

$

$$$

🍣 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.

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Uchi Denver

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🍣 Sushi

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Ultreia

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🥙 Mediterranean

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4.4

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Fire Restaurant

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🍴 Contemporary

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4.5

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Linger

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Spices Cafe

Spices Cafe

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.7
Spices Cafe serves classic American favorites like burgers and sandwiches in a casual spot with a welcoming patio.
Colorado Sake Co.

Colorado Sake Co.

$$

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Sushi

🥟 Dim Sum

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.9
Colorado Sake Co. offers a trendy spot with exceptional American-made sake and fresh Japanese small plates in the vibrant RiNo district.
Fox And The Hen

Fox And The Hen

$$

🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Fox And The Hen serves creative breakfast and brunch dishes with fast service, great cocktails, and a cozy, trendy vibe in the Highlands neighborhood.
Aloy Thai Eatery - Capitol Hill

Aloy Thai Eatery - Capitol Hill

$$

🍜 Thai

🍜 Thai

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.8
Aloy Thai Eatery serves fast casual, authentic Thai dishes with bold flavors and generous portions in a casual Capitol Hill setting.
Machete Tequila + Tacos

Machete Tequila + Tacos

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍸 Cocktail Bar

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.4
Vibrant bar and grill specializing in creative tacos and extensive tequilas, offering a casual and trendy atmosphere with great cocktails.
Appaloosa Grill

Appaloosa Grill

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🦞 Seafood

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.3
Appaloosa Grill offers refined American comfort food with live music nightly in a vibrant, employee-owned bar inside the Denver Masonic Building.
Ultreia

Ultreia

$$

🥙 Mediterranean

🥘 Spanish

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.4
Spanish and Portuguese small plates served in a cozy, mural-lined Union Station spot with great cocktails and lively atmosphere.
Tammen’s Fish Market

Tammen’s Fish Market

$$

🦞 Seafood

🦞 Seafood

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

3.4
Tammen’s Fish Market offers fresh seafood with a focus on poke bowls, tacos, and fish and chips in a bustling RiNo food hall setting.
Okinawa Japanese Cuisine

Okinawa Japanese Cuisine

$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🍜 Ramen

Capitol Hill

🪴 Congress Park

4.3
Okinawa Japanese Cuisine offers modern sushi, traditional rolls, sashimi, and Japanese entrees in a sleek, cozy setting with great cocktails.
Ocean Prime

Ocean Prime

$$$$

🦞 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.
Little Owl Coffee

Little Owl Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.7
Little Owl Coffee offers craft espresso drinks with carefully sourced beans and fresh pastries in a cozy, casual atmosphere near Central neighborhood.
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.
Kike's Red Tacos

Kike's Red Tacos

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

Highlands

🍸 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.
Sushi Den

Sushi Den

$$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Sushi

🍚 Asian Fusion

South Denver

🏘️ South Denver

4.7
Sushi Den serves fresh, daily-imported fish with a lively atmosphere and excellent service, a top choice for sushi lovers on Pearl Street.
Kenji Sushi

Kenji Sushi

$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🍜 Ramen

Uptown

🍽️ Uptown

4.3
Kenji Sushi serves artful cooked dishes and sushi with a wide beverage selection in a casual Uptown storefront.
Le Colonial Denver

Le Colonial Denver

$$$

🍲 Vietnamese

🍲 Vietnamese

🥖 French

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥗 Health

🥂 Fine Dining

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.2
Le Colonial Denver offers an elegant Vietnamese dining experience in Cherry Creek with refined flavors, vibrant cocktails, and a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
Aloy Modern Thai

Aloy Modern Thai

$$

🍜 Thai

🍜 Thai

🍴 Contemporary

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
Aloy Modern Thai serves contemporary Thai dishes with craft cocktails in a stylish, cozy setting in LoDo.
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.
Yazoo BBQ Company

Yazoo BBQ Company

$$

🍗 BBQ

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.5
Yazoo BBQ Company delivers authentic pecan wood-smoked barbecue in a cozy RiNo spot with a lively bar and full-service upstairs deck.
Blue Sparrow Coffee

Blue Sparrow Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Blue Sparrow Coffee is a spacious, modern café known for expertly crafted coffee, cold brews, and refreshing kombucha on tap.
Kin Nori Bar

Kin Nori Bar

$$$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🍚 Asian Fusion

Tennyson

📚 Tennyson

4.9
Kin Nori Bar offers an intimate, high-end sushi experience with expertly crafted nigiri and sashimi, showcasing fresh ingredients in Berkeley’s trendy sushi scene.
Fluid Coffee Bar

Fluid Coffee Bar

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

🥐 Café & Bakery

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.6
Fluid Coffee Bar serves exceptional coffee and breakfast burritos in a cozy, trendy spot inside the Central Business District's Magnolia Hotel.
The Ginger Pig

The Ginger Pig

$$

🥡 Chinese

🥡 Chinese

🍚 Asian Fusion

Tennyson

📚 Tennyson

4.4
The Ginger Pig offers a vibrant Asian fusion in Denver’s Berkeley neighborhood with standout Korean fried chicken and a cozy, trendy vibe.
Gusto

Gusto

$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.5
Gusto serves fresh Italian dishes with great cocktails and a cozy vibe near Sloan’s Lake, perfect for lunch, dinner, and happy hour.
Café Miriam- City Park

Café Miriam- City Park

$$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥖 French

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

City Park

🌳 City Park

4.7
Café Miriam offers colorful crepes, coffee, and pastries in a cozy spot near City Park with friendly service and a trendy vibe.
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.
ADOBO Restaurant & Bar

ADOBO Restaurant & Bar

$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍻 Brewpub

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.4
ADOBO Restaurant & Bar serves vibrant Filipino comfort food with craft cocktails and live music in a trendy West Highland spot.