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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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🍳 Breakfast

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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
Skills You'll Build
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
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.
Jacks on Pearl

Jacks on Pearl

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🥩 Steakhouse

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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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🥩 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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Ultreia

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Jovanina’s

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Bamboo Sushi

Bamboo Sushi

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🍣 Sushi

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🍣 Japanese

🍚 Asian Fusion

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Bamboo Sushi delivers sustainable sushi and Japanese small plates in a modern, serene setting with inviting patio seating.
Blue Sparrow Coffee

Blue Sparrow Coffee

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Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.8
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Blue Sparrow Coffee serves expertly crafted coffee and tea in a cozy, trendy spot with comfy seating and a quiet atmosphere.
Moonflower Coffee

Moonflower Coffee

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.9
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Moonflower Coffee offers unique specialty drinks in a cozy, trendy space with indoor and dog-friendly outdoor seating near Sloan's Lake.
Gusto

Gusto

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🍝 Italian

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🍝 Italian

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Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.5
Skills You'll Build
Gusto serves fresh Italian dishes with great cocktails and a cozy vibe near Sloan’s Lake, perfect for lunch, dinner, and happy hour.
Wildflower

Wildflower

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🌱 Farm-to-Table

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.7
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Wildflower offers area-sourced Italian and Mexican dishes with an upscale ambiance complemented by a robust drink menu in Denver’s Highland neighborhood.
Fox And The Hen

Fox And The Hen

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🥞 Brunch

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🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

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Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Skills You'll Build
Fox And The Hen serves creative breakfast and brunch dishes with fast service, great cocktails, and a cozy, trendy vibe in the Highlands neighborhood.
Ash'Kara

Ash'Kara

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🥙 Mediterranean

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

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

Jovanina’s

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🍝 Italian

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LoDo

🥂 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.
Sapor Coffee & Concepts

Sapor Coffee & Concepts

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🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.8
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Sapor Coffee & Concepts serves classic coffee beverages in a bright, industrial space with high ceilings and a cozy, trendy vibe.
Just BE Kitchen - Lohi

Just BE Kitchen - Lohi

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🍔 American

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🍔 American

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

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Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.3
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Just BE Kitchen offers vibrant gluten-free American breakfast and lunch in a bright, casual space with quick counter service.
Secret Garden Bar & Café

Secret Garden Bar & Café

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Congress Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.4
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Secret Garden Bar & Café offers cozy outdoor seating, craft coffee, cocktails, and small plates next to Cheesman Park.
Water Grill Denver

Water Grill Denver

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LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.5
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Sophisticated Denver seafood spot boasting a daily-updated menu and extensive raw-bar options in an upscale, trendy atmosphere.
Amante Coffee at the Oxford

Amante Coffee at the Oxford

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.7
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Amante Coffee at the Oxford serves top-notch coffee and cocktails in a cozy, historic setting with a charming patio and city views.
Sullivan Scrap Kitchen

Sullivan Scrap Kitchen

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🍔 American

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🍔 American

🥞 Brunch

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

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Capitol Hill

🍽️ Uptown

4.7
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Sullivan Scrap Kitchen serves sustainable, gourmet New American fare focusing on surplus ingredients in a cozy, trendy setting.
Redeemer Pizza

Redeemer Pizza

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🍕 Pizza

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🍕 Pizza

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍔 American

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.3
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Redeemer Pizza delivers crispy, saucy New York-style slices with a cozy, trendy vibe in the heart of the River North Art District.
Kike's Red Tacos

Kike's Red Tacos

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🌮 Mexican

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Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
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Kike's Red Tacos is a lively food truck serving authentic Mexican tacos and quesadillas with fast service and a casual outdoor seating area.
Method Coffee Roasters LoHi

Method Coffee Roasters LoHi

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

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Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.5
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Method Coffee Roasters LoHi serves expertly crafted coffee and tea in a cozy, trendy Highland spot perfect for solo visits and study sessions.
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.
A5 Steakhouse

A5 Steakhouse

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🦞 Seafood

🍴 Contemporary

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LoDo

🥂 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.
The Ginger Pig

The Ginger Pig

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🥡 Chinese

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Tennyson

📚 Tennyson

4.4
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The Ginger Pig offers a vibrant Asian fusion in Denver’s Berkeley neighborhood with standout Korean fried chicken and a cozy, trendy vibe.
Tasty Pot

Tasty Pot

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.9
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Tasty Pot delivers exceptional Taiwanese hot pot with bold flavors, generous portions, and a vibrant LoHi atmosphere, ideal for families and groups.
El Five

El Five

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🥘 Spanish

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.5
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El Five delivers vibrant Spanish and Eastern Mediterranean small plates in a trendy Highland rooftop setting with stunning city views and lively atmosphere.
Uncle

Uncle

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🍜 Ramen

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🍜 Ramen

🍚 Asian Fusion

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.5
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Changing menu spot known for ramen and pork belly, served from behind a centerpiece chef’s counter in a cozy, trendy Highlands setting.
Cherry Bean - Coffee

Cherry Bean - Coffee

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🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.6
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Sun-filled neighborhood coffee spot with gourmet brews, smoothies, breakfast eats, free Wi-Fi, and a cozy trendy vibe in Sunnyside.
Green Bus Cafe

Green Bus Cafe

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍳 Breakfast

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City Park

🌳 City Park

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

The Drip Cafe

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🥐 Café & Bakery

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South Broadway

🎸 South Broadway

4.5
Skills You'll Build
The Drip Cafe serves quality coffee and supports community with a welcoming vibe and mission-driven approach on Santa Fe Drive.
Kealoha's BBQ

Kealoha's BBQ

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Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.8
Skills You'll Build
Kealoha's BBQ offers authentic Hawaiian BBQ and fried meats with rice, burgers, and shrimp tacos in a lively Central Business District food stand.

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