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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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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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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
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.
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

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🍴 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.
Jovanina’s

Jovanina’s

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🍝 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.
The PZA

The PZA

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🍕 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.
Jacks on Pearl

Jacks on Pearl

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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.
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, all delivered with polished, unobtrusive service for an elevated steakhouse experience.

A5 Steakhouse

A5 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.

Michelin Star Restaurants

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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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Uchi Denver

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Sun Valley Kitchen

Sun Valley Kitchen

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🍳 Breakfast

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🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Health

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Sloan's Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Sun Valley Kitchen serves affordable breakfast and lunch with fresh, flavorful dishes in a community-centered, relaxed setting.
Jacks on Pearl

Jacks on Pearl

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🥩 Steakhouse

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🥩 Steakhouse

🦞 Seafood

🍴 Contemporary

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Wash Park

🧘‍♀️ 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.
Pablo's Coffee - Penn Street

Pablo's Coffee - Penn Street

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☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

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Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Pablo's Coffee serves globally roasted beans in a cozy cafe adorned with local art, perfect for coffee lovers seeking quality and ambiance.
The Delectable Egg LoDo

The Delectable Egg LoDo

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🍔 American

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.5
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The Delectable Egg LoDo serves hearty American breakfasts and lunches in a casual, diner-like setting with great coffee and quick service.
The Hornet

The Hornet

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🍔 American

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🍔 American

🥞 Brunch

🍸 Cocktail Bar

☕ Coffee Shop

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South Broadway

🎸 South Broadway

4.4
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The Hornet offers a vibrant atmosphere with globally inspired American dishes, plus lively pool and happy hours on Broadway.
Mr Peralta Mariscos

Mr Peralta Mariscos

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🦞 Seafood

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🦞 Seafood

🌮 Mexican

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Mr Peralta Mariscos delivers fresh Mexican seafood with bold flavors and a vibrant casual vibe in Sunnyside’s heart.
DiFranco's

DiFranco's

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🍝 Italian

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🍝 Italian

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Downtown

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.5
Skills You'll Build
DiFranco's is a quaint locavore cafe with seasonal ingredients and freshly made pastas delivering authentic old-world Italian fare.
East Tao Ramen

East Tao Ramen

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🍜 Ramen

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🥡 Chinese

🍜 Thai

🍲 Vietnamese

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

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Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.3
Skills You'll Build
East Tao Ramen serves diverse Asian dishes with a focus on ramen, blending casual vibes and fast service in Central Denver.
The Wolf's Tailor

The Wolf's Tailor

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🥂 Fine Dining

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

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

Rioja

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🥙 Mediterranean

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Lodo

🥂 LoDo

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

Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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🥖 French

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

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Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.3
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Trompeau Bakery + Cafe delights with flaky croissants, savory breakfast sandwiches, and rich coffee in a cozy downtown setting.
Fire Restaurant

Fire Restaurant

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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.
ChoLon - Downtown

ChoLon - Downtown

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.4
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Chef Lon Symensma crafts elegant Southeast Asian dishes with European flair in a sleek, upscale setting at ChoLon’s downtown location.
Hillstone

Hillstone

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🍴 Contemporary

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🍔 American

🥩 Steakhouse

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🦞 Seafood

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Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.5
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Hillstone serves upscale American fare including burgers, steaks, and sushi in spacious, stylish Cherry Creek surroundings.
Uncle

Uncle

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🍜 Ramen

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🍜 Ramen

🍚 Asian Fusion

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.5
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Changing menu spot known for ramen and pork belly, served from behind a centerpiece chef’s counter in a cozy, trendy Highlands setting.
Maci Cafe

Maci Cafe

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

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Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
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Maci Cafe offers a cozy, brick-walled vibe with patio seating, serving espresso drinks, gourmet sandwiches, salads, and fresh pastries.
Wildflower

Wildflower

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🌱 Farm-to-Table

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.7
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Wildflower offers area-sourced Italian and Mexican dishes with an upscale ambiance complemented by a robust drink menu in Denver’s Highland neighborhood.
Lou's Italian Specialties

Lou's Italian Specialties

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🍝 Italian

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Capitol Hill

🎨 RiNo

4.6
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Lou's Italian Specialties serves hearty sandwiches, panini, and salads in a lively neighborhood deli with specialty grocery items.
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.
Secret Garden Bar & Café

Secret Garden Bar & Café

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☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

🍻 Brewpub

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Congress Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Secret Garden Bar & Café offers cozy outdoor seating, craft coffee, cocktails, and small plates next to Cheesman Park.
The 9th Door Capitol Hill

The 9th Door Capitol Hill

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🥙 Mediterranean

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🥘 Spanish

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

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Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.6
Skills You'll Build
The 9th Door Capitol Hill offers intimate Spanish tapas, innovative dishes, and craft cocktails in a cozy, upscale setting.
Mario’s Speakeasy Pizza

Mario’s Speakeasy Pizza

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🍕 Pizza

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
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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.
Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar

Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar

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🍔 American

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🍔 American

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

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Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.2
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Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar serves fresh American classics with a trendy vibe and stellar cocktails in a cozy, upscale setting near Downtown.
Aloy Modern Thai

Aloy Modern Thai

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🍜 Thai

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🍜 Thai

🍴 Contemporary

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
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Aloy Modern Thai serves contemporary Thai dishes with craft cocktails in a stylish, cozy setting in LoDo.
Tavernetta

Tavernetta

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🍝 Italian

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🍝 Italian

🍴 Contemporary

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Upscale Italian hot spot Tavernetta dazzles with open kitchen vibes, a cozy fireplace lounge, and expertly crafted dishes in Denver’s Central neighborhood.
Shells and Sauce

Shells and Sauce

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🍝 Italian

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🍝 Italian

🥞 Brunch

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🦞 Seafood

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Central Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Shells and Sauce is a lively trattoria offering classic and creative Italian dishes, plus brunch and rooftop happy hour.
Work & Class

Work & Class

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🍔 American

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RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Work & Class serves homestyle Southern and Latin American dishes with a cozy vibe and standout cocktails in a relaxed setting.

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