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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Urban Farmer Denver

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Urban Farmer Denver

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🥩 Steakhouse

Downtown

4.5
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
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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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LoHi

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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Cap Hill

Stellar Jay

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🌱 Farm-to-Table

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The Patio at Sloans

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The Patio at Sloans

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🍔 American

Sloan’s Lake

4.2
The PZA

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The PZA

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🍕 Pizza

Central Park

4.8
The Osage Café & Mercado

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The Osage Café & Mercado

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🍔 American

Downtown

4.5
The Original

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The Original

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🥞 Brunch

Downtown

4.4
The Nickel

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The Nickel

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🍔 American

Downtown

4.2
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The Pig & The Sprout

The Pig & The Sprout

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🍔 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.
Mario’s Speakeasy Pizza

Mario’s Speakeasy Pizza

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🍕 Pizza

🍕 Pizza

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
Mario’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.
Rioja

Rioja

$$$

🥙 Mediterranean

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Lodo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
Locally sourced Mediterranean dishes and wines energize the vibrant Larimer Square space of Rioja, a must-visit in Denver's culinary scene.
Tasty Pot

Tasty Pot

$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

🍚 Asian Fusion

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.9
Tasty Pot delivers exceptional Taiwanese hot pot with bold flavors, generous portions, and a vibrant LoHi atmosphere, ideal for families and groups.
Kumoya

Kumoya

$$$

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Japanese

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.4
Kumoya delivers an upscale Japanese dining experience in the Highlands with fresh sushi, inventive flavors, and a trendy, cozy ambiance.
Huckleberry Roasters

Huckleberry Roasters

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.5
Huckleberry Roasters is a modern counter-serve cafe in Dairy Block Market known for its exceptional coffee drinks and fresh baked goods.
Water Grill Denver

Water Grill Denver

$$$$

🦞 Seafood

🦞 Seafood

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.5
Sophisticated Denver seafood spot boasting a daily-updated menu and extensive raw-bar options in an upscale, trendy atmosphere.
Ultreia

Ultreia

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🥘 Spanish

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.4
Spanish and Portuguese small plates served in a cozy, mural-lined Union Station spot with great cocktails and lively atmosphere.
Roaming Buffalo Bar-B-Que

Roaming Buffalo Bar-B-Que

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🍗 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.
The Crypt

The Crypt

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Capitol Hill

🍽️ Uptown

4.6
The Crypt is a vibrant bar with a spooky vibe offering superb cocktails, live music, vegan-friendly dishes, and a unique atmosphere in Central Denver.
Punch Bowl Social

Punch Bowl Social

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🍔 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.
Home Away Coffee

Home Away Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

5
Home Away Coffee offers a cozy, bright spot in River North with exceptional espresso, homemade syrups, and a welcoming, dog-friendly vibe.