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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.

RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

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Fire Restaurant

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🍴 Contemporary

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Uchi Denver

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Ultreia

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🥙 Mediterranean

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My Neighbor Felix LoHi

My Neighbor Felix LoHi

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🌮 Mexican

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.2
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My Neighbor Felix LoHi serves traditional Mexican dishes with creative cocktails and a vibrant atmosphere in a laid-back Highland setting.
Rhein Haus

Rhein Haus

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🥨 German

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Lodo

🥂 LoDo

4.3
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Rhein Haus offers a vibrant German-style beer hall experience in downtown Denver with unique brews, hearty sausages, housemade pretzels, and bocce courts.
Mizuna

Mizuna

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🍴 Contemporary

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Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.6
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Mizuna delivers creative New American cuisine with exquisite tasting menus in an intimate, cozy setting of Denver’s Cap Hill neighborhood.
Takiza

Takiza

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🌮 Mexican

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🦞 Seafood

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.3
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Takiza delivers authentic, richly flavored Mexican tacos with standout cocktails and a lively atmosphere in a trendy LoDo setting.
Guard and Grace

Guard and Grace

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🍴 Contemporary

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Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.7
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Modern steakhouse in Denver offering exquisite chops, small plates, fine wines, a raw bar, and a stylish patio atmosphere.
Proto's Pizza

Proto's Pizza

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🍕 Pizza

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Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.5
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Proto's Pizza serves bubbly thin-crust pies with creative toppings in a bright, casual setting with a strong neighborhood vibe.
Xiquita Restaurante y Bar

Xiquita Restaurante y Bar

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🌮 Mexican

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🌮 Mexican

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Uptown

🍽️ Uptown

4.6
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Xiquita Restaurante y Bar delivers a trendy, cozy experience with authentic Oaxacan flavors and signature house-made corn tortillas in a welcoming Uptown setting.
Gaetano's

Gaetano's

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🍝 Italian

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.4
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Gaetano's is a lively Italian spot with family roots, serving classic dishes and creative cocktails in a cozy, vibrant setting.
Glo Noodle House

Glo Noodle House

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Tennyson

📚 Tennyson

4.7
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Glo Noodle House serves vibrant, flavorful ramen and Asian dishes in a cozy, trendy West Highland setting with great drinks and lively vibes.
Yazoo BBQ Company

Yazoo BBQ Company

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.5
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Yazoo BBQ Company delivers authentic pecan wood-smoked barbecue in a cozy RiNo spot with a lively bar and full-service upstairs deck.
Mama Jo's Chicken, Biscuits, BBQ

Mama Jo's Chicken, Biscuits, 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.
Ukiyo

Ukiyo

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🥂 Fine Dining

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Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.6
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Ukiyo delivers an intimate omakase journey blending Japanese tradition with Laotian influences in Larimer Square’s refined setting.
Avanti Food & Beverage

Avanti Food & Beverage

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🍴 Contemporary

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Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.5
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Avanti Food & Beverage offers a trendy bi-level food court with diverse vendors and a rooftop bar, perfect for casual group dining.
Welton Room Bar & Kitchen

Welton Room Bar & Kitchen

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

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🥞 Brunch

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.7
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Welton Room Bar & Kitchen serves imaginative cocktails and coffee in a trendy, contemporary North Denver setting with upscale vibes.
Port Side

Port Side

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.7
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Port Side offers a casual, trendy coffeehouse vibe with house-roasted beans, espresso drinks, and creative breakfast and lunch bites.
GAIA Masala & Burger LoDo

GAIA Masala & Burger LoDo

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🍔 American

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

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

Work & Class

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🍔 American

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RiNo

4.7
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Work & Class serves homestyle Southern and Latin American dishes with a cozy vibe and standout cocktails in a relaxed setting.
The Osage Café & Mercado

The Osage Café & Mercado

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🍔 American

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🍔 American

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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Downtown

🛼 Baker

4.5
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The Osage Café & Mercado serves affordable American comfort food with fast service and a cozy atmosphere in Central Denver.
Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar

Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar

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🍜 Thai

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Uptown

🍽️ Uptown

4.6
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Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar offers elevated, authentic Thai dishes and creative cocktails in a cozy, trendy Uptown setting.
Flower Child

Flower Child

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🥗 Health

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍔 American

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Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.5
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Flower Child offers fresh, healthy American fare with vegan and gluten-free options in a casual, trendy Cherry Creek setting.
Ruth's Chris Steak House

Ruth's Chris Steak House

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🥩 Steakhouse

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🦞 Seafood

🥂 Fine Dining

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.4
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Ruth's Chris Steak House serves sizzling, butter-topped steak in an upscale, elegant downtown setting with standout service.
Little Owl Coffee

Little Owl Coffee

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🍳 Breakfast

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

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

Pit Fiend Barbecue

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🍗 BBQ

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.8
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Pit Fiend Barbecue serves bold Texas-style BBQ with a D&D-themed casual vibe in Denver’s North Denver neighborhood, perfect for meat lovers and game fans.
HashTAG - Downtown

HashTAG - Downtown

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Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.6
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HashTAG Downtown Denver serves vibrant and creative brunch and breakfast in a lively, welcoming atmosphere with standout dishes and attentive service.
Odie B's Sunnyside

Odie B's Sunnyside

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🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.6
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Odie B's Sunnyside delivers bold, flavorful breakfast and lunch sandwiches with vegan options in a lively, casual Sunnyside setting.
Crema Coffee House

Crema Coffee House

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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🥞 Brunch

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
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Crema Coffee House buzzes with a chill hipster vibe, serving expertly crafted coffee and eclectic bites in a cozy setting.
Ace Coffee Bar

Ace Coffee Bar

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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Capitol Hill

🍽️ Uptown

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Ace Coffee Bar offers expertly crafted coffee, fresh pastries, and a welcoming vibe with indoor and outdoor seating perfect for work or relaxation.

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