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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 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

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RiNo

4.7
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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

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LoDo

4.4
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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

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RiNo

4.7
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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

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Capitol Hill

4.8
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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

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Uptown

4.3
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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

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Highlands

4.6
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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

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RiNo

4.4
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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

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Downtown

4.8
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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

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City Park

4.6
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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

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LoDo

4.4
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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

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Central Park

4.8
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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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Wash Park

4.7
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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

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Highlands

4.4
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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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🥩 Steakhouse

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LoDo

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

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Denver's Best Patios

Enjoy golden hour, cocktails, and mountain views at these top-tier outdoor dining destinations in Denver.

RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

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Linger

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4.5

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Ash'Kara

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🥙 Mediterranean

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El Five

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Procession Coffee

Procession Coffee

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.9
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Procession Coffee crafts expertly roasted coffee with a cozy, trendy vibe and impeccable service in North Denver’s vibrant scene.
SliceWorks

SliceWorks

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🍕 Pizza

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🍕 Pizza

🍝 Italian

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Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.5
Skills You'll Build
SliceWorks serves New York-style pizzas by the slice or pie, with a casual vibe and an extensive selection of pastas and subs.
Mama Jo's Chicken, Biscuits, BBQ

Mama Jo's Chicken, Biscuits, BBQ

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🍗 BBQ

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City Park

🌳 City Park

4.5
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Mama Jo's delivers authentic Southern barbecue and crispy chicken biscuits in a casual Central neighborhood setting, beloved for rich flavors and hearty portions.
BBQ Daddy’s

BBQ Daddy’s

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🍗 BBQ

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Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.9
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BBQ Daddy’s delivers authentic Texas-style barbecue with smoky brisket and rich sauces in a casual Central neighborhood setting.
Crab & Shell Cajun Seafood

Crab & Shell Cajun Seafood

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🦞 Seafood

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Capitol Hill

🪴 Congress Park

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Crab & Shell Cajun Seafood serves bold, flavorful Cajun seafood boils and classic dishes with speedy service and family-friendly vibes in Central Denver.
Ukiyo

Ukiyo

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🍣 Sushi

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🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🥂 Fine Dining

🦞 Seafood

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.6
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Ukiyo delivers an intimate omakase journey blending Japanese tradition with Laotian influences in Larimer Square’s refined setting.
Alteño

Alteño

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🌮 Mexican

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🍴 Contemporary

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Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

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

Toro

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🌽 Latin American

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🌽 Latin American

🦞 Seafood

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Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.4
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Toro offers stylish Pan-Latin cuisine with Asian twists, creative cocktails, and a sleek patio in Denver’s upscale Cherry Creek hotel.
Copper Door Coffee Roasters

Copper Door Coffee Roasters

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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Congress Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.4
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Copper Door Coffee Roasters serves great coffee and tea in a cozy, trendy spot nestled inside the Botanic Gardens with outdoor seating.
West Saloon & Kitchen

West Saloon & Kitchen

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🍔 American

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🍔 American

🥩 Steakhouse

🍗 BBQ

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Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.5
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Old-fashioned saloon-style spot serving hearty burgers, steaks, and beer with a lively patio in the Central Business District.
Olive & Finch

Olive & Finch

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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☕ Coffee Shop

🍷 Wine Bar

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Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.4
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Olive & Finch serves up fresh pastries, sandwiches, and great coffee in a warm, cozy Cherry Creek bistro with beer and wine options.
Charlie Brown's Bar & Grill

Charlie Brown's Bar & Grill

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🍔 American

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🍝 Italian

🥖 French

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.4
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Charlie Brown's Bar & Grill is a beloved Cap Hill lounge with live piano sing-alongs, classic drinks, and a welcoming covered patio.
Glo Noodle House

Glo Noodle House

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🍜 Ramen

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Tennyson

📚 Tennyson

4.7
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Glo Noodle House serves vibrant, flavorful ramen and Asian dishes in a cozy, trendy West Highland setting with great drinks and lively vibes.
Fire Restaurant

Fire Restaurant

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🍴 Contemporary

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Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

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

MAKfam

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🥡 Chinese

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Baker

🛼 Baker

4.6
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MAKfam delivers bold, authentic Chinese cuisine with a hip-hop vibe in Denver’s Baker neighborhood, featuring standout bao buns and spicy noodles.
Chef Zorba's

Chef Zorba's

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🥙 Mediterranean

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🥙 Greek

🍳 Breakfast

🍔 American

🥞 Brunch

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Capitol Hill

🪴 Congress Park

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Chef Zorba's serves Greek classics like gyros, moussaka, and huevos in a cozy spot with a sunny patio and a friendly neighborhood vibe.
The Original

The Original

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🥞 Brunch

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🥞 Brunch

🍔 American

🍳 Breakfast

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.4
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The Original serves hearty chicken waffles, rustic steak plates, and burgers with fries in a laid-back, spacious setting.
Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar

Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar

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🍜 Thai

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Uptown

🍽️ Uptown

4.6
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Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar offers elevated, authentic Thai dishes and creative cocktails in a cozy, trendy Uptown setting.
Uchi Denver

Uchi Denver

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🍣 Sushi

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
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Uchi Denver offers sublime sushi and sashimi paired with a robust drink menu and happy hour in a sleek, contemporary setting.
ADOBO Restaurant & Bar

ADOBO Restaurant & Bar

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🍴 Contemporary

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🍴 Contemporary

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍻 Brewpub

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

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

Tacos Tequila Whiskey

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🌮 Mexican

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🌮 Mexican

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🍗 BBQ

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

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

Thump Coffee

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

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Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.5
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Thump Coffee serves gourmet espresso drinks and light fare in cozy, artsy vibes, a favorite spot in Cap Hill for coffee lovers and solo work.
DiFranco's

DiFranco's

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🍝 Italian

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🍝 Italian

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Downtown

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.5
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DiFranco's is a quaint locavore cafe with seasonal ingredients and freshly made pastas delivering authentic old-world Italian fare.
Kobe An LoHi

Kobe An LoHi

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🍣 Japanese

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🍣 Japanese

🍚 Asian Fusion

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.4
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Japanese eatery specializing in shabu-shabu and sukiyaki with a cozy vibe and inviting wood interiors, plus a charming enclosed patio.
Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls

Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls

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🦞 Seafood

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🦞 Seafood

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Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.3
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Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls offers fresh lobster sandwiches with fast service and a casual, trendy vibe in the Cherry Creek neighborhood.
Offshoots at the Gardens Café

Offshoots at the Gardens Café

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

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Congress Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.3
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Offshoots at the Gardens Café serves fresh, flavorful sandwiches and coffee amidst the lush serenity of the Botanic Gardens with casual, cozy vibes.
Appaloosa Grill

Appaloosa Grill

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🍔 American

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🍔 American

🦞 Seafood

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Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

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

Flora

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Flora offers a cozy, trendy cafe vibe with great coffee, tea, and fast service in a walkable Golden Triangle spot.
Chuey FU's Latin-Asian Grub

Chuey FU's Latin-Asian Grub

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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🌽 Latin American

🍱 Korean

🌮 Mexican

🍲 Vietnamese

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Baker

🛼 Baker

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

Narrative

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🍴 Contemporary

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🍴 Contemporary

🍷 Wine Bar

🥞 Brunch

🦞 Seafood

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Narrative serves eclectic global sharing plates and elevated mains with a robust wine list in a chic Cherry Creek setting.
EDGE Restaurant & Bar

EDGE Restaurant & Bar

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🍴 Contemporary

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🥩 Steakhouse

🥂 Fine Dining

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

🦞 Seafood

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Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.5
Skills You'll Build
EDGE Restaurant & Bar serves upscale wood-grilled steaks and inventive entrees with a lively bar in Denver’s Central Business District.
Tamayo

Tamayo

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🌮 Mexican

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🌮 Mexican

🌽 Latin American

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥞 Brunch

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.3
Skills You'll Build
Tamayo delivers innovative Mexican cuisine with a chic ambiance and a vast rooftop deck perfect for social dining experiences.
BRUTØ

BRUTØ

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🥂 Fine Dining

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
BRUTO offers an intimate, Michelin-starred dining experience in Denver with an innovative 11-course tasting menu focused on local and regional sustainable cuisine.

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