Best Restaurants in Denver

From chic rooftop eateries in LoHi to cozy, hidden gems in historic neighborhoods like Capitol Hill and Larimer Square, discover Denverโ€™s most-loved spots.

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Denver Curated Favorites

The top spots weโ€™d recommend to our best friend visiting Denver. No fluff.

Fish N Beer

Fish N Beer

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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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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๐Ÿฅ– French

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LoDo

4.4
Chez Maggy is a modern French restaurant in Denverโ€™s Central neighborhood, known for its refined French cuisine, cozy upscale ambiance, and standout dishes.
Beckon

Beckon

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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RiNo

4.7
Beckon is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Denver's RiNo district, offering intimate chefโ€™s counter dining with seasonal tasting menus and expertly curated drink pairings.
Flora House

Flora House

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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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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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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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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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 Highlandโ€™s cozy space.
Corsica Wine Bar

Corsica Wine Bar

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๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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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

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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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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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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City Park

4.6
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails serves creative Ukrainian fare with inventive cocktails in a cozy, modern setting along Colfax Avenue.
Jovaninaโ€™s

Jovaninaโ€™s

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๐Ÿ Italian

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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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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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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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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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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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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

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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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Denver's Best Patios

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

Cap Hill

Stellar Jay

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Ultreia

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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LoDo

Jovaninaโ€™s

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๐Ÿ Italian

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Uchi Denver

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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Cafe Daniel

Cafe Daniel

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Cap Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.9
Cafe Daniel offers a cozy coffee haven with artisanal brews, a casual vibe, and a tempting snack selection for a perfect mid-day escape.
Buckhorn Exchange

Buckhorn Exchange

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

๐Ÿฆช Oysters

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿ” American

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Downtown

๐Ÿ›ผ Baker

4.4
Buckhorn Exchange is a storied steakhouse featuring unique game meats like elk, yak, and Rocky Mountain oysters in a historic, taxidermy-filled setting.
Twenty Eight Coffee

Twenty Eight Coffee

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

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Twenty Eight Coffee is a trendy cart offering expertly crafted espresso and matcha drinks with great prices and a casual vibe.
BRUTร˜

BRUTร˜

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.7
BRUTO offers an intimate, Michelin-starred dining experience in Denver with an innovative 11-course tasting menu focused on local and regional sustainable cuisine.
Izu-Sushi

Izu-Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿฅ— Health

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Capitol Hill

๐Ÿชด Congress Park

4.3
Izu-Sushi serves fresh sushi and noodle dishes in a cozy setting with vibrant red and white decor.
Uncle

Uncle

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๐Ÿœ Ramen

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๐Ÿœ Ramen

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.5
Changing menu spot known for ramen and pork belly, served from behind a centerpiece chefโ€™s counter in a cozy, trendy Highlands setting.
Champagne Tiger

Champagne Tiger

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.8
Champagne Tiger is a trendy, cozy diner serving creative comfort food, cocktails, and live shows in an inclusive space.
The Ginger Pig

The Ginger Pig

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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Tennyson

๐Ÿ“š Tennyson

4.4
The Ginger Pig offers a vibrant Asian fusion in Denverโ€™s Berkeley neighborhood with standout Korean fried chicken and a cozy, trendy vibe.
Port Side

Port Side

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.7
Port Side offers a casual, trendy coffeehouse vibe with house-roasted beans, espresso drinks, and creative breakfast and lunch bites.
Los Chingones RiNo

Los Chingones RiNo

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.3
Edgy RiNo Mexican eatery featuring innovative tacos, creative cocktails, and a lively rooftop patio for an urban dining vibe.
Venice

Venice

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿ• Pizza

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
Venice is a white-tablecloth Italian spot crafting gourmet old-world dishes with a romantic, upscale vibe near Union Station.
Bastien's Restaurant

Bastien's Restaurant

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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City Park

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.6
Bastien's Restaurant serves thick-cut, sugar-rubbed steaks in a midcentury American setting with a cozy, historic vibe.
Smokin Yard's BBQ

Smokin Yard's BBQ

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Baker

๐Ÿ›ผ Baker

4.7
Smokin Yard's BBQ serves hearty Southern barbecue classics with a relaxed vibe and a lively bar in Denverโ€™s Baker neighborhood.
Little Owl Coffee

Little Owl Coffee

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.7
Little Owl Coffee offers craft espresso drinks with carefully sourced beans and fresh pastries in a cozy, casual atmosphere near Central neighborhood.
Blue Sparrow Coffee

Blue Sparrow Coffee

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.6
Blue Sparrow Coffee is a spacious, modern cafรฉ known for expertly crafted coffee, cold brews, and refreshing kombucha on tap.
Green Bus Cafe

Green Bus Cafe

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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City Park

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.9
Green Bus Cafe offers exceptional coffee and vegan baked goods in a cozy, trendy Central neighborhood spot with a laid-back vibe.
White Pie

White Pie

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

๐Ÿ Italian

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City Park

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.5
White Pie serves oak-fired pizzas with seasonal Italian dishes in a cozy, trendy spot near Central neighborhood.
Foraged Restaurant

Foraged Restaurant

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
Foraged Restaurant offers upscale sushi, craft cocktails, and omakase in a trendy bi-level setting with an intimate atmosphere.
Uchi Denver

Uchi Denver

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.6
Uchi Denver offers sublime sushi and sashimi paired with a robust drink menu and happy hour in a sleek, contemporary setting.
Aloy Thai Eatery - Capitol Hill

Aloy Thai Eatery - Capitol Hill

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๐Ÿœ Thai

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๐Ÿœ Thai

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.8
Aloy Thai Eatery serves fast casual, authentic Thai dishes with bold flavors and generous portions in a casual Capitol Hill setting.
Under The Umbrella

Under The Umbrella

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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Congress Park

๐Ÿชด 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.
The Wild

The Wild

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.6
The Wild serves craft cocktails, coffee, and shared plates with a trendy vibe and inviting bar and patio atmosphere.
Seafood Landing

Seafood Landing

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿฆช Oysters

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.7
Seafood Landing offers a fresh seafood market experience with sushi-grade fish and an extensive variety in West Highland.
Elemental Bakery & Coffeehouse

Elemental Bakery & Coffeehouse

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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North Denver

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.9
Elemental Bakery & Coffeehouse delights with fresh pastries, artisan bread, and balanced coffee in a bright, welcoming Clayton neighborhood spot.
GAIA Masala & Burger LoDo

GAIA Masala & Burger LoDo

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๐Ÿ› Indian

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๐Ÿ› Indian

๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.9
GAIA Masala & Burger LoDo blends Indian spices with classic American comfort in a trendy, cozy spot with fast service and late-night hours.
Tacos El Guero

Tacos El Guero

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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RiNo

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.8
Tacos El Guero serves authentic street tacos with bold flavors in a casual Clayton spot known for fast service and friendly vibes.
Temaki Den

Temaki Den

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.8
Temaki Den offers premium nigiri, sashimi, and hand rolls in a stylish, industrial space with standout sushi and vibrant cocktails.