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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 Denverโ€™s most-loved spots.

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๐Ÿฅ˜๐Ÿœ Explore by Cuisine

Whether youโ€™re craving sushi, tacos, or artisan pastries, pick your flavor and weโ€™ll guide you to Denverโ€™s tastiest dining destinations.

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Denver Curated Favorites

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

RESTAURANTFish N Beer

Fish N Beer

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
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.
RESTAURANTChez Maggy

Chez Maggy

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๐Ÿฅ– French

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LoDo

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Chez Maggy is a modern French restaurant known for its refined French cuisine, cozy upscale ambiance, and standout dishes french classics.
RESTAURANTBeckon

Beckon

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Beckon is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Denver's RiNo district, offering intimate chefโ€™s counter dining with seasonal tasting menus.
RESTAURANTAce Eat Serve

Ace Eat Serve

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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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Uptown

4.3
Skills You'll Build
Ace Eat Serve brings Pan-Asian flavors, cocktails, and lively ping pong fun in a trendy Central neighborhood spot with a juice bar twist.
RESTAURANTSacred Society

Sacred Society

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Highlands

4.6
Skills You'll Build
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.
RESTAURANTCorsica Wine Bar

Corsica Wine Bar

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๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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RiNo

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Corsica Wine Bar offers upscale small plates and curated wines in a cozy, romantic RiNo setting with attentive service and a trendy vibe.
RESTAURANTSushi by Scratch Denver

Sushi by Scratch Denver

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๐Ÿฃ 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.
RESTAURANTMolotov Kitschen + Cocktails

Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

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$$$

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๐Ÿด 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.
RESTAURANTJovaninaโ€™s Broken Italian

Jovaninaโ€™s Broken Italian

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$$$

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๐Ÿ 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.
RESTAURANTThe PZA

The PZA

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๐Ÿ• 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.
RESTAURANTJacks on Pearl

Jacks on Pearl

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$$$$

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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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.
RESTAURANTKumoya

Kumoya

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$$$

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

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Highlands

4.4
Skills You'll Build
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.

A5 Steakhouse

A5 Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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LoDo

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

Michelin Awarded Restaurants

Indulge in Denverโ€™s most acclaimed fine dining, led by chefs whoโ€™ve earned Michelinโ€™s highest honor.

The Wolf's Tailor

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The Wolf's Tailor

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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Highlands

4.7
Skills You'll Build
The Ginger Pig

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The Ginger Pig

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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Tennyson

4.4
Skills You'll Build
MAKfam

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MAKfam

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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Baker

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Hop Alley

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Hop Alley

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๐Ÿฅก Chinese

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RiNo

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Glo Noodle House

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Glo Noodle House

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Tennyson

4.7
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Beckon

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Beckon

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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RiNo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
BRUTร˜

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BRUTร˜

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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LoDo

4.7
Skills You'll Build

๐Ÿก Explore by Neighborhood

Pick your Denver neighborhood โ€“ Downtown, RiNo, Highlands, Wash Park โ€“ and explore its best bars, bites, and hidden gems.

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Denver Eats

Enjoy neighborhood flavors, craft cocktails, and laid-back vibes at these must-try Denver Eats hotspots.

Downtown

Ajax Downtown

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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Heading

4.4

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LoDo

Ultreia

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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Heading

4.4

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LoHi

Ash'Kara

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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Heading

4.3

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LoHi

El Five

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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Heading

4.5

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Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii serves tropical-inspired coffee and snacks in a casual Highlands spot with friendly staff and Hawaiian vibes.
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
Skills You'll Build
Champagne Tiger is a trendy, cozy diner serving creative comfort food, cocktails, and live shows in an inclusive space.
Odyssey Italian Restaurant

Odyssey Italian Restaurant

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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Baker

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Odyssey Italian Restaurant offers classic family recipes in a cozy, dimly lit setting with live music and an extensive wine list near Speer.
Amante Coffee at the Oxford

Amante Coffee at the Oxford

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Amante Coffee at the Oxford serves top-notch coffee and cocktails in a cozy, historic setting with a charming patio and city views.
Hudson Hill

Hudson Hill

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Hudson Hill is an intimate lounge blending cocktails, beer, wine, and nibbles in a casually cosmopolitan, cozy setting.
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
Skills You'll Build
Seafood Landing offers a fresh seafood market experience with sushi-grade fish and an extensive variety in West Highland.
Chingon - Santa Fe Art District

Chingon - Santa Fe Art District

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Baker

๐Ÿ›ผ Baker

5
Skills You'll Build
Chingon offers authentic Mexican cuisine with standout dishes like chicharrones and fresh cocktails, set in a vibrant, art district ambiance.
Crafted Concepts

Crafted Concepts

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

5
Skills You'll Build
Crafted Concepts offers a cozy, trendy spot with great cocktails and small plates, perfect for dinner or solo dining in Larimer Square.
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
Skills You'll Build
Aloy Thai Eatery serves fast casual, authentic Thai dishes with bold flavors and generous portions in a casual Capitol Hill setting.
HAZEL

HAZEL

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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South Broadway

๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Wash Park

4.4
Skills You'll Build
HAZEL is a cozy, trendy bar known for great cocktails, a lively atmosphere, and a unique local art vibe on South Pearl Street.
SuperMegaBien

SuperMegaBien

$$$

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๐ŸŒฝ Latin American

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๐ŸŒฝ Latin American

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Cool hotel restaurant serving Latin American plates on dim-sum-style carts in cozy, trendy digs.
Petunia Bakeshop

Petunia Bakeshop

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

โ˜• Coffee Shop

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Sloanโ€™s Lake

๐Ÿšฒ Sloanโ€™s Lake

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Petunia Bakeshop charms with fresh pastries, standout croissants, and a cozy vibe in Sloanโ€™s Lake neighborhood.
Tรญ Cafe

Tรญ Cafe

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

๐Ÿฒ Vietnamese

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Baker

๐Ÿ›ผ Baker

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Tรญ Cafe serves expertly crafted coffee and unique Asian-inspired drinks with cozy vibes on Broadway for a trendy coffee break.
Chuey FU's Latin-Asian Grub

Chuey FU's Latin-Asian Grub

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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

๐ŸŒฝ Latin American

๐Ÿฑ Korean

๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿฒ Vietnamese

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Baker

๐Ÿ›ผ Baker

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Chuey FU's offers funky, casual Latin-Asian street food with Mexican and Korean flair, perfect for laid-back dining with vibrant flavors.
Mr Peralta Mariscos

Mr Peralta Mariscos

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Mr Peralta Mariscos delivers fresh Mexican seafood with bold flavors and a vibrant casual vibe in Sunnysideโ€™s heart.
Max Gill & Grill

Max Gill & Grill

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿฆช Oysters

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿ” American

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South Broadway

๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Wash Park

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Max Gill & Grill serves casual surf 'n' turf with daily deals on oysters & sangria, plus a cozy patio vibe on South Gaylord Street.
Sizzling Hibachi

Sizzling Hibachi

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

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Downtown

๐Ÿ›ผ Baker

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Sizzling Hibachi offers affordable, flavorful hibachi plates with tender meats and casual counter service near Denver's Central neighborhood.
Range Restaurant

Range Restaurant

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.3
Skills You'll Build
Range Restaurant serves New American Western dishes and craft cocktails in a sleek, upscale hotel setting blending local flavors with chic ambiance.
Dozens

Dozens

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Dozens offers classic morning fare like omelets, salads, and sandwiches in a cozy, casual setting downtown, perfect for breakfast and brunch lovers.
The Kitchen American Bistro

The Kitchen American Bistro

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.5
Skills You'll Build
The Kitchen American Bistro serves elevated international dishes and craft cocktails in an upscale, stylish downtown bistro setting.
Root Down

Root Down

$$$

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿฅ— Health

๐Ÿด Contemporary

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LoHi

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Root Down is a vibrant LoHi spot offering creative American small plates and drinks in a funky art-filled setting.
Coffee Sarap

Coffee Sarap

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.9
Skills You'll Build
Coffee Sarap serves Filipino-inspired coffee and pastries with unique flavors like ube and pandan in a cozy, trendy setting near RiNo.
Sushi Bay 17

Sushi Bay 17

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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City Park

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.4
Skills You'll Build
Relaxed spot blending modern decor with fresh sushi offerings and lunch specials, delivering a cozy vibe and lively karaoke room experience.
Whittier Cafe

Whittier Cafe

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

โ€ข

Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Whittier Cafe is an artsy coffee shop with a lending library and cozy patio, serving espresso drinks and cafe fare in a welcoming vibe.
Rioja

Rioja

$$$

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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Lodo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Locally sourced Mediterranean dishes and wines energize the vibrant Larimer Square space of Rioja, a must-visit in Denver's culinary scene.
A5 Steakhouse

A5 Steakhouse

$$$$

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿด Contemporary

โ€ข

LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.5
Skills You'll Build
A5 Steakhouse offers a sophisticated steak and seafood experience in a stylish setting, renowned for premium cuts and innovative cocktails.
20th Street Mexican Cafe

20th Street Mexican Cafe

$

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿ” American

โ€ข

Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Classic cafe serving hearty Mexican-inspired breakfast and lunch in a cozy, vintage setting with a focus on quick service and comfort food.
Aviano Coffee Cherry Creek North

Aviano Coffee Cherry Creek North

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

โ€ข

Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.2
Skills You'll Build
Trendy coffee shop in Cherry Creek serving gourmet espresso drinks and pastries in a modern space with inviting patio seating.
Noble Riot

Noble Riot

$$$

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๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.6
Skills You'll Build
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.
Ollie & Park's

Ollie & Park's

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿ” American

โ€ข

Capitol Hill

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Uptown

4.7
Skills You'll Build
Ollie & Park's offers a cozy, trendy spot with standout cocktails and delicious tapas, perfect for casual dining or special occasions in Central.
Method Coffee Roasters LoHi

Method Coffee Roasters LoHi

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

โ€ข

Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Method Coffee Roasters LoHi serves expertly crafted coffee and tea in a cozy, trendy Highland spot perfect for solo visits and study sessions.
Bar Red

Bar Red

$$

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿ• Pizza

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

โ€ข

Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Bar Red offers cozy brick-walled vibes with Italian entrees, unique drinks, and occasional live music in an upscale casual setting.
Mystical Blends Cafรฉ

Mystical Blends Cafรฉ

$$

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

โ€“

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿฅ— Health

โ€ข

Congress Park

๐Ÿชด Congress Park

4.9
Skills You'll Build
Mystical Blends Cafรฉ is a cozy, trendy coffee shop known for vibrant smoothies, aรงaรญ bowls, and standout specialty lattes in Central Denver.

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