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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Tasty Pot

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Tasty Pot

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🍚 Asian Fusion

Highlands

4.9
Sushi Hai

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Sushi Hai

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🍣 Sushi

Highlands

4.4
Sushi Den

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Sushi Den

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🍣 Sushi

South Denver

4.7
Sushi Bay 17

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Sushi Bay 17

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🍣 Sushi

City Park

4.4
SuperMegaBien

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SuperMegaBien

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🌽 Latin American

RiNo

4.6
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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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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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RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

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Stellar Jay

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🌮 Mexican

LoHi

4.5
Yazoo BBQ Company

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Yazoo BBQ Company

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🍗 BBQ

RiNo

4.5
Wildflower

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Wildflower

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🌱 Farm-to-Table

LoHi

4.7
Water Grill Denver

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Water Grill Denver

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🦞 Seafood

LoDo

4.5
Uncle

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Uncle

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🍜 Ramen

Highlands

4.5
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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.
Alma Fonda Fina

Alma Fonda Fina

$$$

🌮 Mexican

🍴 Contemporary

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.8
Alma Fonda Fina offers a cozy, upscale Mexican dining experience in Denver’s Highland neighborhood with creative dishes and craft cocktails.
Jovanina’s

Jovanina’s

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🍝 Italian

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.4
Warm Italian eatery in Denver with exposed brick, wood-fired pizzas, housemade pasta, cocktails, and a cozy upscale vibe.
ChoLon - Downtown

ChoLon - Downtown

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

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

The Jerk Pit Smokehouse

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🍗 BBQ

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.6
The Jerk Pit Smokehouse delivers authentic Caribbean barbecue in Highland with smoky brisket, jerk chicken, and vibrant sides in a casual, family-run spot.
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.
Mister Oso RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.3
Cool spot in Denver’s RiNo with vine-draped patio serving creative tacos and South American-inspired dishes in a trendy, casual setting.
Roostercat Coffee House

Roostercat Coffee House

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.5
Cafe with brick walls and local art, featuring fire pit patio and waffle sandwiches, open till midnight in Central Denver.
Ash'Kara

Ash'Kara

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🥙 Mediterranean

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.3
Creative Israeli restaurant in Denver's Highland neighborhood offers vegetable-forward Mediterranean dishes crafted with premium, carefully sourced ingredients.
The Capital Grille

The Capital Grille

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🦞 Seafood

🦞 Seafood

🥩 Steakhouse

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.7
Upscale steakhouse in Denver’s Larimer Square serving classic American fare with an elegant clubby atmosphere.
Hearth – RiNo

Hearth – RiNo

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.9
Hearth offers exceptional coffee and pastries in a cozy, sustainable spot with reusable jars and a quiet, inviting vibe.
BRUTØ

BRUTØ

$$$$

🥂 Fine Dining

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LoDo

🥂 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.