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 Top 10

The top 10 spots we’d recommend to our best friend visiting Denver. No fluff.

The Wolf's Tailor

The Wolf's Tailor

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🥂 Fine Dining

Highlands

4.7
Innovative Denver restaurant featuring wild game, seasonal tasting menus, and cozy industrial ambiance for a unique dining experience.
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.
Uchi Denver

Uchi Denver

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🍣 Sushi

RiNo

4.6
Uchi Denver offers sublime sushi and sashimi paired with a robust drink menu and happy hour in a sleek, contemporary setting.
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.
A5 Steakhouse

A5 Steakhouse

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🥩 Steakhouse

LoDo

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

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Uncle

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Uncle

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🍜 Ramen

Highlands

4.5
Ultreia

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Ultreia

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🥘 Spanish

LoDo

4.4
Uchi Denver

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Uchi Denver

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🍣 Sushi

RiNo

4.6
Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

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Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

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🍔 American

Downtown

4.4
Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

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Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

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🥐 Café & Bakery

Downtown

4.3
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Denver's Best Patios

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

LoHi

Ash'Kara

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🥙 Mediterranean

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4.3

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Cap Hill

Fire Restaurant

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🍴 Contemporary

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4.5

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LoDo

Jovanina’s

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🍝 Italian

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4.4

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Linger

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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4.5

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RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

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4.3

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Cap Hill

Stellar Jay

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🌱 Farm-to-Table

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The Weathervane Cafe

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The Weathervane Cafe

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☕ Coffee Shop

Uptown

4.8
The Weathervane Cafe

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The Weathervane Cafe

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☕ Coffee Shop

City Park

4.8
The Velvet Cellar

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The Velvet Cellar

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🍔 American

Downtown

4.7
The Pig & The Sprout

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The Pig & The Sprout

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🍔 American

Downtown

4.4
The Patio at Sloans

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The Patio at Sloans

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🍔 American

Sloan’s Lake

4.2
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Root Down

Root Down

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥗 Health

🍴 Contemporary

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Root Down is a vibrant LoHi spot offering creative American small plates and drinks in a funky art-filled setting.
Pit Fiend Barbecue

Pit Fiend Barbecue

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🍗 BBQ

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.8
Pit Fiend Barbecue serves bold Texas-style BBQ with a D&D-themed casual vibe in Denver’s North Denver neighborhood, perfect for meat lovers and game fans.
Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥖 French

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

Downtown

🏙️ 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.
Amante Coffee at the Oxford

Amante Coffee at the Oxford

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.7
Amante Coffee at the Oxford serves top-notch coffee and cocktails in a cozy, historic setting with a charming patio and city views.
Postino 9CO

Postino 9CO

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🍝 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.
Matsuhisa Denver

Matsuhisa Denver

$$$$

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Sushi

🍚 Asian Fusion

🦞 Seafood

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.6
Matsuhisa Denver delivers acclaimed Japanese seafood and tasting menus by Chef Nobu, set in an elegant Cherry Creek dining space.
Moonflower Coffee

Moonflower Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’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.
Art Club Coffee

Art Club Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

5
Art Club Coffee brews vibrant, creative coffee blends in a welcoming Highland space, perfect for lively mornings and casual meetups.
Noble Riot

Noble Riot

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🍷 Wine Bar

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
Noble Riot is a vibrant wine bar in Denver's RiNo district, renowned for its natural wines, knowledgeable staff, and standout fried chicken in a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
The Pig & The Sprout

The Pig & The Sprout

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🍴 Contemporary

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥞 Brunch

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.4
The Pig & The Sprout serves contemporary American dishes and drinks in a lively bi-level space with multiple bars.
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.
Birdcall

Birdcall

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🍔 American

🍔 American

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
Birdcall serves up fresh, flavorful fried chicken sandwiches with fast automated service in a lively RiNo spot.