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.

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.

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White Pie

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White Pie

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🍕 Pizza

City Park

4.5
West Saloon & Kitchen

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West Saloon & Kitchen

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🍔 American

Downtown

4.5
Welton Room Bar & Kitchen

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Welton Room Bar & Kitchen

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

RiNo

4.7
Water Grill Denver

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Water Grill Denver

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🦞 Seafood

LoDo

4.5
Vibe Coffee and Wine

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Vibe Coffee and Wine

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☕ Coffee Shop

Downtown

4.5
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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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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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4.5

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Mister Oso RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

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Cap Hill

Stellar Jay

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Craving sushi, tacos, or handmade pasta? Filter Denver’s best restaurants by cuisine and find exactly what you’re hungry for.

duo Restaurant

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duo Restaurant

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🍔 American

Highlands

4.5
bartaco

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bartaco

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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
Xiquita Restaurante y Bar

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Xiquita Restaurante y Bar

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🌮 Mexican

Uptown

4.6
Work & Class

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Work & Class

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🍔 American

RiNo

4.7
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Taco Uprising

Taco Uprising

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🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍸 Cocktail Bar

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.8
Taco Uprising serves bold, fresh Mexican tacos and cocktails in a trendy, casual spot with a lively indoor/outdoor bar experience.
Bar Dough

Bar Dough

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🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍕 Pizza

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.4
Bar Dough offers modern-rustic Italian dishes with gourmet wood-fired pizzas, pastas, and a robust selection of wine, beer, and cocktails.
The Drip Cafe

The Drip Cafe

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

South Broadway

🎸 South Broadway

4.5
The Drip Cafe serves quality coffee and supports community with a welcoming vibe and mission-driven approach on Santa Fe Drive.
Flora

Flora

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.6
Flora offers a cozy, trendy cafe vibe with great coffee, tea, and fast service in a walkable Golden Triangle spot.
Uncle

Uncle

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🍜 Ramen

🍜 Ramen

🍚 Asian Fusion

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

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

Aloy Modern Thai

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🍜 Thai

🍜 Thai

🍴 Contemporary

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
Aloy Modern Thai serves contemporary Thai dishes with craft cocktails in a stylish, cozy setting in LoDo.
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
Mama Jo's delivers authentic Southern barbecue and crispy chicken biscuits in a casual Central neighborhood setting, beloved for rich flavors and hearty portions.
The Original

The Original

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🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍔 American

🍳 Breakfast

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.4
The Original serves hearty chicken waffles, rustic steak plates, and burgers with fries in a laid-back, spacious setting.
Izakaya Den

Izakaya Den

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🍣 Japanese

🍣 Sushi

🍚 Asian Fusion

South Denver

🏘️ South Denver

4.7
Hip izakaya serving intricate Japanese small plates with fresh sushi and stylish ambiance in a lively South Pearl Street setting.
Crab & Shell Cajun Seafood

Crab & Shell Cajun Seafood

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🦞 Seafood

🦞 Seafood

Capitol Hill

🪴 Congress Park

4.7
Crab & Shell Cajun Seafood serves bold, flavorful Cajun seafood boils and classic dishes with speedy service and family-friendly vibes in Central Denver.
Bazille

Bazille

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🍔 American

🍔 American

🥞 Brunch

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥙 Mediterranean

🥖 French

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.4
Bazille offers a cozy, trendy American dining experience inside Cherry Creek Mall with great cocktails and fast service.
Coffeegraph

Coffeegraph

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

5
Coffeegraph blends unique Asian-inspired syrups and exceptional coffee in a cozy, family-run Berkeley spot with a trendy vibe.