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Best Restaurants in Denver

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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๐Ÿก Explore by Neighborhood

Pick your Denver neighborhood โ€“ Downtown, RiNo, Highlands, Wash Park โ€“ and explore its best bars, bites, and hidden gems.

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Denver Curated Favorites

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

RESTAURANTFish N Beer

Fish N Beer

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
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.
RESTAURANTChez Maggy

Chez Maggy

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๐Ÿฅ– French

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LoDo

4.4
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Chez Maggy is a modern French restaurant known for its refined French cuisine, cozy upscale ambiance, and standout dishes french classics.
RESTAURANTBeckon

Beckon

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Beckon is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Denver's RiNo district, offering intimate chefโ€™s counter dining with seasonal tasting menus.
RESTAURANTAce Eat Serve

Ace Eat Serve

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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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Uptown

4.3
Skills You'll Build
Ace Eat Serve brings Pan-Asian flavors, cocktails, and lively ping pong fun in a trendy Central neighborhood spot with a juice bar twist.
RESTAURANTSacred Society

Sacred Society

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Highlands

4.6
Skills You'll Build
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.
RESTAURANTCorsica Wine Bar

Corsica Wine Bar

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๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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RiNo

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Corsica Wine Bar offers upscale small plates and curated wines in a cozy, romantic RiNo setting with attentive service and a trendy vibe.
RESTAURANTSushi by Scratch Denver

Sushi by Scratch Denver

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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Downtown

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Sushi by Scratch delivers an intimate omakase experience with impeccably fresh sushi and expert sake pairings in a cozy, trendy speakeasy atmosphere.
RESTAURANTMolotov Kitschen + Cocktails

Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

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$$$

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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City Park

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails serves creative Ukrainian fare with inventive cocktails in a cozy, modern setting along Colfax Avenue.
RESTAURANTJovaninaโ€™s

Jovaninaโ€™s

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$$$

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๐Ÿ Italian

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LoDo

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Warm Italian eatery in Denver with exposed brick, wood-fired pizzas, housemade pasta, cocktails, and a cozy upscale vibe.
RESTAURANTThe PZA

The PZA

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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Central Park

4.8
Skills You'll Build
The PZA delivers top-tier New York-style pizza with a cult following, known for quality pies, wings, and a casual, trendy vibe.
RESTAURANTJacks on Pearl

Jacks on Pearl

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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Wash Park

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Jacks on Pearl delivers an upscale steakhouse experience in South Denver with award-winning filet mignon, dry-aged sashimi, and a trendy cozy vibe.
RESTAURANTKumoya

Kumoya

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$$$

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

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Highlands

4.4
Skills You'll Build
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.

A5 Steakhouse

A5 Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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LoDo

4.5
Skills You'll Build
A5 Steakhouse offers a sophisticated steak and seafood experience in a stylish setting, renowned for premium cuts and innovative cocktails.

Michelin Awarded Restaurants

Indulge in Denverโ€™s most acclaimed fine dining, led by chefs whoโ€™ve earned Michelinโ€™s highest honor.

The Wolf's Tailor

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The Wolf's Tailor

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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Highlands

4.7
Skills You'll Build
The Ginger Pig

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The Ginger Pig

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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Tennyson

4.4
Skills You'll Build
MAKfam

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MAKfam

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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Baker

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Hop Alley

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Hop Alley

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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RiNo

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Glo Noodle House

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Glo Noodle House

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๐Ÿœ Ramen

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Tennyson

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Beckon

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Beckon

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
BRUTร˜

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BRUTร˜

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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LoDo

4.7
Skills You'll Build

๐Ÿฅ˜๐Ÿœ Explore by Cuisine

Whether youโ€™re craving sushi, tacos, or artisan pastries, pick your flavor and weโ€™ll guide you to Denverโ€™s tastiest dining destinations.

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Denver Eats

Enjoy neighborhood flavors, craft cocktails, and laid-back vibes at these must-try Denver Eats hotspots.

LoDo

Ultreia

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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Xiquita Restaurante y Bar

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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4.6

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LoDo

Jovaninaโ€™s

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๐Ÿ Italian

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Guard and Grace

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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4.7

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Rivers and Roads Coffee

Rivers and Roads Coffee

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Rivers and Roads Coffee offers excellent coffee and gluten-free baked goods in a modern, cozy space with inviting outdoor seating.
White Pie

White Pie

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

๐Ÿ Italian

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City Park

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.5
Skills You'll Build
White Pie serves oak-fired pizzas with seasonal Italian dishes in a cozy, trendy spot near Central neighborhood.
Beckon

Beckon

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Beckon is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Denver's RiNo district, offering intimate chefโ€™s counter dining with seasonal tasting menus.
Toasts N Roasts

Toasts N Roasts

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Capitol Hill

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Uptown

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Toasts N Roasts serves delicious coffee, breakfast burritos, and avocado toast in a cozy, dog-friendly cafe with great service and local charm.
Sushi Hai

Sushi Hai

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿฃ Japanese

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Sushi Hai delivers fresh, expertly crafted sushi with a trendy, multi-level vibe and an underground bar for a unique dining experience.
Toro

Toro

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๐ŸŒฝ Latin American

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๐ŸŒฝ Latin American

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Toro offers stylish Pan-Latin cuisine with Asian twists, creative cocktails, and a sleek patio in Denverโ€™s upscale Cherry Creek hotel.
La Mai Thai

La Mai Thai

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๐Ÿœ Thai

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๐Ÿœ Thai

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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Edgewater

๐Ÿบ Edgewater

4.6
Skills You'll Build
La Mai Thai Kitchen offers authentic Thai dishes with bold flavors, cozy ambiance, and a welcoming setting in the Edgewater neighborhood.
Marioโ€™s Speakeasy Pizza

Marioโ€™s Speakeasy Pizza

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Marioโ€™s Speakeasy Pizza offers late-night, authentic New York-style slices with a lively bar and rooftop seating, delivering a casual and vibrant urban vibe.
Avanti Food & Beverage

Avanti Food & Beverage

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๐Ÿฝ๏ธ๐Ÿบ Food Hall

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿ• Pizza

๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐ŸŒฝ Latin American

๐Ÿ” American

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Avanti Food & Beverage offers a trendy bi-level food court with diverse vendors and a rooftop bar, perfect for casual group dining.
Chivis Tacos

Chivis Tacos

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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City Park

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Chivis Tacos serves authentic, spicy Mexican tacos with a lively salsa bar in a casual Colfax setting loved by locals and visitors alike.
Root Down

Root Down

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿฅ— Health

๐Ÿด Contemporary

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LoHi

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Root Down is a vibrant LoHi spot offering creative American small plates and drinks in a funky art-filled setting.
Uchi Denver

Uchi Denver

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Uchi Denver offers sublime sushi and sashimi paired with a robust drink menu and happy hour in a sleek, contemporary setting.
Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls

Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.3
Skills You'll Build
Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls offers fresh lobster sandwiches with fast service and a casual, trendy vibe in the Cherry Creek neighborhood.
Bull & Bush Brewery

Bull & Bush Brewery

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๐Ÿป Brewpub

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๐Ÿป Brewpub

๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Bull & Bush Brewery serves craft beers and hearty pub bites in a cozy British-inspired spot with occasional live jazz and a lively vibe.
Araujo's Restaurants

Araujo's Restaurants

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

โ˜• Coffee Shop

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LoHi

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Araujo's Restaurants serves classic Mexican dishes in a festive, family-friendly cantina with combo platters and convenient to-go options.
Sushi Den

Sushi Den

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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South Denver

๐Ÿ˜๏ธ South Denver

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Sushi Den serves fresh, daily-imported fish with a lively atmosphere and excellent service, a top choice for sushi lovers on Pearl Street.
Highlands Cork & Cafe

Highlands Cork & Cafe

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Highlands Cork & Cafe is a cozy spot offering parlor rooms and a garden patio, known for art events, live music, and a welcoming vibe.
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
Skills You'll Build
Foraged Restaurant offers upscale sushi, craft cocktails, and omakase in a trendy bi-level setting with an intimate atmosphere.
Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿฅ– French

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

โ˜• Coffee Shop

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.3
Skills You'll Build
Trompeau Bakery + Cafe serves flaky croissants and rich coffee in a cozy spot, winning fans with French-inspired pastries and warm service downtown.
Trattoria Stella

Trattoria Stella

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Capitol Hill

๐Ÿชด Congress Park

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Trattoria Stella serves fresh Italian pastas and vibrant dishes in a colorful brick setting with inviting sidewalk patio dining.
Little Gingko Asian Cafe

Little Gingko Asian Cafe

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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿฅก Chinese

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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Cap Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Quaint spot serving authentic Chinese and Japanese dishes with quick service and a cozy, casual vibe in the heart of the city.
20th Street Mexican Cafe

20th Street Mexican Cafe

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿ” American

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Classic cafe serving hearty Mexican-inspired breakfast and lunch in a cozy, vintage setting with a focus on quick service and comfort food.
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

$$$

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๐Ÿ— BBQ

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿ— BBQ

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ offers interactive yakiniku dining with fresh meats, vibrant cocktails, and a lively yet relaxed atmosphere.
The Original

The Original

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
Skills You'll Build
The Original serves hearty chicken waffles, rustic steak plates, and burgers with fries in a laid-back, spacious setting.
Glo Noodle House

Glo Noodle House

$$$

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Tennyson

๐Ÿ“š Tennyson

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Glo Noodle House serves vibrant, flavorful ramen and Asian dishes in a cozy, trendy West Highland setting with great drinks and lively vibes.
Temaki Den

Temaki Den

$$$

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Temaki Den offers premium nigiri, sashimi, and hand rolls in a stylish, industrial space with standout sushi and vibrant cocktails.
Plant Magic Cafe

Plant Magic Cafe

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

โ˜• Coffee Shop

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Capitol Hill

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Uptown

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Plant Magic Cafe offers a cozy, trendy vibe with specialty magic lattes, organic small plates, and a welcoming community hub.
Mister Oso RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.3
Skills You'll Build
Cool spot in Denverโ€™s RiNo with vine-draped patio serving creative tacos and South American-inspired dishes in a trendy, casual setting.
Fish N Beer

Fish N Beer

$$$

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
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.
ChopHouse & Brewery

ChopHouse & Brewery

$$$$

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

๐Ÿป Brewpub

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿ” American

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.3
Skills You'll Build
ChopHouse & Brewery offers diverse steaks, house-brewed ales, and small-batch bourbons with a vibrant happy hour vibe in a cozy upscale setting.
Olive & Finch

Olive & Finch

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Olive & Finch serves up fresh pastries, sandwiches, and great coffee in a warm, cozy Cherry Creek bistro with beer and wine options.
Aloy Thai Eatery - Capitol Hill

Aloy Thai Eatery - Capitol Hill

$$

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๐Ÿœ Thai

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๐Ÿœ Thai

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Aloy Thai Eatery serves fast casual, authentic Thai dishes with bold flavors and generous portions in a casual Capitol Hill setting.
The Bindery

The Bindery

$$$

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.3
Skills You'll Build
The Bindery offers creative New American dishes and pastries in a cozy, upscale Highland setting with great cocktails and coffee.

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