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

$

$$$$

🍣 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

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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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Stellar Jay

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Linger

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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Uchi Denver

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Hello Darling (Commons Park)

Hello Darling (Commons Park)

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.4
Hello Darling offers a cozy and trendy coffee shop experience with great coffee, cocktails, and a welcoming vibe near Commons Park.
bartaco

bartaco

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍻 Brewpub

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.5
bartaco offers a trendy, cozy taco joint with fast service and a great drink selection in the LoHi neighborhood.
2914 Coffee

2914 Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.7
2914 Coffee serves gourmet coffee and light fare in a cozy, trendy spot with eclectic decor and WiFi, perfect for solo dining or work.
Colorado Sake Co.

Colorado Sake Co.

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🍣 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.
Roaming Buffalo Bar-B-Que

Roaming Buffalo Bar-B-Que

$$

🍗 BBQ

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South Denver

🏘️ South Denver

4.6
Cowboy-style barbecue with brightly hued walls, an open kitchen, and signature smoked meats in South Denver’s vibrant scene.
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.
Ragin' Hog BBQ

Ragin' Hog BBQ

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🍗 BBQ

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.7
Ragin' Hog BBQ serves authentic Southern-style smoked meats with housemade sauces in a cozy, casual Berkeley neighborhood spot.
Kobe An LoHi

Kobe An LoHi

$$

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Japanese

🍚 Asian Fusion

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.4
Japanese eatery specializing in shabu-shabu and sukiyaki with a cozy vibe and inviting wood interiors, plus a charming enclosed patio.
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.
Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings

Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings

$$

🥟 Dim Sum

🥟 Dim Sum

🥡 Chinese

🍚 Asian Fusion

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings serves creative, flavorful Asian small plates and dumplings in a trendy space with fast service and excellent tea selection.
Mister Oso RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

$$

🌮 Mexican

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.3
Cool spot in Denver’s RiNo with vine-draped patio serving creative tacos and South American-inspired dishes in a trendy, casual setting.
Barolo Grill

Barolo Grill

$$$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍷 Wine Bar

🥂 Fine Dining

🌱 Farm-to-Table

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.7
Barolo Grill serves upscale Northern Italian fare with an extensive wine list in an elegant, romantic Cherry Creek setting.
Rocky Yama Sushi

Rocky Yama Sushi

$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🍜 Ramen

Downtown

🛼 Baker

4.7
Rocky Yama Sushi serves fresh sushi rolls, ramen, and sake in a casual, lively setting with great happy hour deals.
Syrup City Park

Syrup City Park

$$

🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍸 Cocktail Bar

☕ Coffee Shop

City Park

🌳 City Park

4.3
Syrup City Park offers informal brunch and lunch with unique pancakes and savory dishes in a bright, casual setting with patio seating.
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.
Mecha Noodle Bar

Mecha Noodle Bar

$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
Mecha Noodle Bar delivers bold Vietnamese-Japanese noodle dishes with creative bao buns and a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere in RiNo.
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.
Hey Kiddo

Hey Kiddo

$$$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

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Tennyson

📚 Tennyson

4.4
Hey Kiddo is a trendy Berkeley spot in Denver known for its bold modern Asian fusion dishes, standout cocktails, and intimate ambiance with rooftop seating.
Istanbul Cafe and Bakery

Istanbul Cafe and Bakery

$$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

☕ Coffee Shop

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.9
Istanbul Cafe and Bakery serves fresh Turkish pastries, baklava, and specialty coffee in a cozy, casual Highland setting loved for breakfast and lunch.
Barcelona Wine Bar

Barcelona Wine Bar

$$

🥙 Mediterranean

🥘 Spanish

🥞 Brunch

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.5
Barcelona Wine Bar offers tapas, paella, and an extensive Spanish wine list in a cozy industrial setting, a must-visit for RiNo food lovers.
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.
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.
Under The Umbrella

Under The Umbrella

$$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

Congress Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.5
Under The Umbrella serves fresh breakfast burritos, sandwiches, and coffee in a cozy, walk-up spot with free WiFi and dog-friendly vibes.
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.
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.
The Jerk Pit Smokehouse

The Jerk Pit Smokehouse

$$

🍗 BBQ

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.6
The Jerk Pit Smokehouse delivers authentic Caribbean barbecue in Highland with smoky brisket, jerk chicken, and vibrant sides in a casual, family-run spot.
Carl's Pizza

Carl's Pizza

$$

🍕 Pizza

🍕 Pizza

🍝 Italian

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.5
Carl's Pizza is a beloved neighborhood spot serving classic Italian pies and hearty pasta in a cozy, no-frills setting in West Highland.