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

$

$$$

🦞 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.
Chez Maggy

Chez Maggy

$

$$$

🥖 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.
Beckon

Beckon

$

$$$$

🥂 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.
Flora House

Flora House

$

$$$

🍳 Breakfast

Capitol Hill

4.8
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

$

$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

Uptown

4.3
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

$

$$

☕ Coffee Shop

Highlands

4.6
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

$

$$$

🍷 Wine Bar

RiNo

4.4
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

$

$$$$

🍣 Sushi

Downtown

4.8
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

$

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

City Park

4.6
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails serves creative Ukrainian fare with inventive cocktails in a cozy, modern setting along Colfax Avenue.
Jovanina’s

Jovanina’s

$

$$$

🍝 Italian

LoDo

4.4
Warm Italian eatery in Denver with exposed brick, wood-fired pizzas, housemade pasta, cocktails, and a cozy upscale vibe.
The PZA

The PZA

$

$

🍕 Pizza

Central Park

4.8
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

$

$$$$

🥩 Steakhouse

Wash Park

4.7
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

$

$$$

🍣 Japanese

Highlands

4.4
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.

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Denver's Best Patios

Enjoy golden hour, cocktails, and mountain views at these top-tier outdoor dining destinations in Denver.

LoDo

Ultreia

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🥙 Mediterranean

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4.4

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RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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🌮 Mexican

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4.3

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LoHi

Ash'Kara

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🥙 Mediterranean

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4.3

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Fire Restaurant

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🍴 Contemporary

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Glo Noodle House

Glo Noodle House

$$$

🍜 Ramen

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Tennyson

📚 Tennyson

4.7
Glo Noodle House serves vibrant, flavorful ramen and Asian dishes in a cozy, trendy West Highland setting with great drinks and lively vibes.
Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails

Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails

$$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍷 Wine Bar

Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.8
Side Pony Coffee & Cocktails blends craft coffee and cocktails with a cozy, trendy vibe in the heart of Sloan’s Lake neighborhood.
Twenty Eight Coffee

Twenty Eight Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

5
Twenty Eight Coffee is a trendy cart offering expertly crafted espresso and matcha drinks with great prices and a casual vibe.
ELWAY'S Downtown

ELWAY'S Downtown

$$$$

🥩 Steakhouse

🥩 Steakhouse

🦪 Oysters

🦞 Seafood

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.3
ELWAY'S Downtown offers upscale steakhouse dining with fine wines and cozy ambiance inside The Ritz-Carlton.
Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

Trompeau Bakery + Cafe

$$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥖 French

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.3
Trompeau Bakery + Cafe serves flaky croissants and rich coffee in a cozy spot, winning fans with French-inspired pastries and warm service downtown.
Syrup Downtown

Syrup Downtown

$$

🍳 Breakfast

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.3
Syrup Downtown offers a hearty breakfast menu with sandwiches and salads, known for fast service and great coffee in a cozy, trendy setting.
Novo Coffee

Novo Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥞 Brunch

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥐 Café & Bakery

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.6
Novo Coffee delivers sleek style and expertly crafted espresso drinks with a local roaster's touch and tasty snacks.
Just BE Kitchen - Lohi

Just BE Kitchen - Lohi

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥗 Health

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.3
Just BE Kitchen offers vibrant gluten-free American breakfast and lunch in a bright, casual space with quick counter service.
Mizu Izakaya

Mizu Izakaya

$$$

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Sushi

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.4
Artsy Japanese tavern serving creative yakitori, sushi, and small plates alongside sake, cocktails, and beer in a trendy setting.
Izu-Sushi

Izu-Sushi

$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🥗 Health

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Capitol Hill

🪴 Congress Park

4.3
Izu-Sushi serves fresh sushi and noodle dishes in a cozy setting with vibrant red and white decor.
Fox And The Hen

Fox And The Hen

$$

🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Fox And The Hen serves creative breakfast and brunch dishes with fast service, great cocktails, and a cozy, trendy vibe in the Highlands neighborhood.
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

$

☕ 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.
Ash'Kara

Ash'Kara

$$

🥙 Mediterranean

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LoHi

🍸 LoHi

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

El Five

$$$

🥙 Mediterranean

🥘 Spanish

🍴 Contemporary

🥙 Mediterranean

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

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

Sexy Pizza

$

🍕 Pizza

🍕 Pizza

🍝 Italian

🍔 American

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.4
Sexy Pizza is a local pizzeria known for creative pies and pasta served in a trendy yet casual environment.
Matsuhisa Denver

Matsuhisa Denver

$$$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🍣 Sushi

🍚 Asian Fusion

🦞 Seafood

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.6
Matsuhisa Denver delivers acclaimed Japanese seafood and tasting menus by Chef Nobu, set in an elegant Cherry Creek dining space.
Kin Nori Bar

Kin Nori Bar

$$$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

🍚 Asian Fusion

Tennyson

📚 Tennyson

4.9
Kin Nori Bar offers an intimate, high-end sushi experience with expertly crafted nigiri and sashimi, showcasing fresh ingredients in Berkeley’s trendy sushi scene.
The 9th Door Capitol Hill

The 9th Door Capitol Hill

$$

🥙 Mediterranean

🥘 Spanish

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.6
The 9th Door Capitol Hill offers intimate Spanish tapas, innovative dishes, and craft cocktails in a cozy, upscale setting.
Ruth's Chris Steak House

Ruth's Chris Steak House

$$$$

🥩 Steakhouse

🥩 Steakhouse

🦞 Seafood

🥂 Fine Dining

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

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

Crema Coffee House

$$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

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

Fluid Coffee Bar

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

🥐 Café & Bakery

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.6
Fluid Coffee Bar serves exceptional coffee and breakfast burritos in a cozy, trendy spot inside the Central Business District's Magnolia Hotel.
Kealoha's BBQ

Kealoha's BBQ

$

🍗 BBQ

🍗 BBQ

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.8
Kealoha's BBQ offers authentic Hawaiian BBQ and fried meats with rice, burgers, and shrimp tacos in a lively Central Business District food stand.
Bacon Social House

Bacon Social House

$$

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.6
Bacon Social House serves American fare with craft beer and cocktails in a trendy, midcentury-modern Sunnyside spot.
House 38 Cafe & Juice Bar

House 38 Cafe & Juice Bar

$$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Health

Highlands

📚 Tennyson

4.7
House 38 Cafe & Juice Bar delivers fresh juices, smoothies, and cozy café vibes in West Highland’s Plaza 38 for healthy bites and great coffee.
Handcraft Espresso

Handcraft Espresso

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.8
Handcraft Espresso serves exceptional coffee and cozy vibes in the Central Business District, perfect for a quick bite or peaceful solo break.
Hop Alley

Hop Alley

$$$

🥡 Chinese

🥡 Chinese

🍴 Contemporary

🍚 Asian Fusion

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
A hip Chinese restaurant in Denver known for modern shared plates, craft beer, cider, and clever cocktails in a trendy, cozy atmosphere.
The Weathervane Cafe

The Weathervane Cafe

$$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

City Park

🌳 City Park

4.8
The Weathervane Cafe serves expertly crafted espresso drinks and hearty breakfast and lunch fare in a cozy, funky cafe setting.