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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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
Sullivan Scrap Kitchen

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Sullivan Scrap Kitchen

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🍔 American

Capitol Hill

4.7
Stowaway Kitchen

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Stowaway Kitchen

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🥞 Brunch

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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LoHi

Linger

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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4.5

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RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

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Cap Hill

Stellar Jay

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🌱 Farm-to-Table

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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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Happy Camper Pizza

Happy Camper Pizza

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🍕 Pizza

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Cool, outdoorsy pizza spot with a lively patio, cocktails, and brunch, perfect for relaxed dining and weekend vibes.
The Kitchen American Bistro

The Kitchen American Bistro

$$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.5
The Kitchen American Bistro serves elevated international dishes and craft cocktails in an upscale, stylish downtown bistro setting.
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.
Smokin Yard's BBQ

Smokin Yard's BBQ

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🍗 BBQ

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Baker

🛼 Baker

4.7
Smokin Yard's BBQ serves hearty Southern barbecue classics with a relaxed vibe and a lively bar in Denver’s Baker neighborhood.
Amp Artisan Coffee

Amp Artisan Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.9
Amp Artisan Coffee serves expertly crafted lattes and creative drinks with a trendy vibe and friendly baristas in a welcoming spot near downtown.
Ollie & Park's

Ollie & Park's

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🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🦞 Seafood

🥞 Brunch

🍔 American

Capitol Hill

🍽️ Uptown

4.7
Ollie & Park's offers a cozy, trendy spot with standout cocktails and delicious tapas, perfect for casual dining or special occasions in Central.
Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar

Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar

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🍜 Thai

🍜 Thai

Uptown

🍽️ Uptown

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

The Wild

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🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
The Wild serves craft cocktails, coffee, and shared plates with a trendy vibe and inviting bar and patio atmosphere.
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.
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.5
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii serves tropical-inspired coffee and snacks in a casual Highlands spot with friendly staff and Hawaiian vibes.
Gusto

Gusto

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🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.5
Gusto serves fresh Italian dishes with great cocktails and a cozy vibe near Sloan’s Lake, perfect for lunch, dinner, and happy hour.
The Osage Café & Mercado

The Osage Café & Mercado

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🍔 American

🍔 American

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

☕ Coffee Shop

Downtown

🛼 Baker

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