Best Restaurants in Denver

From chic rooftop eateries in LoHi to cozy, hidden gems in historic neighborhoods like Capitol Hill and Larimer Square, discover Denverโ€™s most-loved spots.

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Denver Curated Favorites

The top spots weโ€™d recommend to our best friend visiting Denver. No fluff.

Fish N Beer

Fish N Beer

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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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

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๐Ÿฅ– French

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LoDo

4.4
Chez Maggy is a modern French restaurant in Denverโ€™s Central neighborhood, known for its refined French cuisine, cozy upscale ambiance, and standout dishes.
Beckon

Beckon

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๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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RiNo

4.7
Beckon is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Denver's RiNo district, offering intimate chefโ€™s counter dining with seasonal tasting menus and expertly curated drink pairings.
Flora House

Flora House

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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

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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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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

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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 Highlandโ€™s cozy space.
Corsica Wine Bar

Corsica Wine Bar

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๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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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

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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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

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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City Park

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

Jovaninaโ€™s

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๐Ÿ Italian

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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

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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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

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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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

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

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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.

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.

LoHi

Linger

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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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4.5

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Ultreia

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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4.4

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RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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4.3

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Cap Hill

Fire Restaurant

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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4.5

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Barcelona Wine Bar

Barcelona Wine Bar

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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๐Ÿฅ˜ Spanish

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.5
Barcelona Wine Bar offers tapas, paella, and an extensive Spanish wine list in a cozy industrial setting, a must-visit for RiNo food lovers.
Cart-Driver RiNo

Cart-Driver RiNo

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.7
Intimate spot in Denverโ€™s RiNo offering Southern Italian wood-fired pizzas, fresh oysters, and craft cocktails in a cozy, trendy setting.
The Den Family Social Club

The Den Family Social Club

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.8
The Den Family Social Club offers a cozy coffee shop with a vibrant indoor playground, perfect for parents to relax while kids play.
Satchel's on 6th

Satchel's on 6th

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐ŸŒฑ Farm-to-Table

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Central Park

๐Ÿ› Central Park

4.5
Cozy spot in Central Denver serving farm-fresh American dishes with a curated wine list and an inviting, intimate atmosphere.
Sexy Pizza

Sexy Pizza

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿ” American

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.4
Sexy Pizza is a local pizzeria known for creative pies and pasta served in a trendy yet casual environment.
Elemental Bakery & Coffeehouse

Elemental Bakery & Coffeehouse

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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North Denver

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.9
Elemental Bakery & Coffeehouse delights with fresh pastries, artisan bread, and balanced coffee in a bright, welcoming Clayton neighborhood spot.
Highlands Cork & Cafe

Highlands Cork & Cafe

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.4
Highlands Cork & Cafe is a cozy spot offering parlor rooms and a garden patio, known for art events, live music, and a welcoming vibe.
La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal

La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal is a hip Mexican spot in Denver serving authentic pozole, tacos, and cocktails in a cozy, dimly-lit setting.
Coffeegraph

Coffeegraph

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

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

Amante Coffee at the Oxford

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

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

Under The Umbrella

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Congress Park

๐Ÿชด Congress Park

4.5
Under The Umbrella serves fresh breakfast burritos, sandwiches, and coffee in a cozy, walk-up spot with free WiFi and dog-friendly vibes.
West Saloon & Kitchen

West Saloon & Kitchen

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.5
Old-fashioned saloon-style spot serving hearty burgers, steaks, and beer with a lively patio in the Central Business District.
Ollie & Park's

Ollie & Park's

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿ” American

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Capitol Hill

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ 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.
Temaki Den

Temaki Den

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.8
Temaki Den offers premium nigiri, sashimi, and hand rolls in a stylish, industrial space with standout sushi and vibrant cocktails.
Hudson Hill

Hudson Hill

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.5
Hudson Hill is an intimate lounge blending cocktails, beer, wine, and nibbles in a casually cosmopolitan, cozy setting.
Senor Bear

Senor Bear

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๐ŸŒฝ Latin American

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๐ŸŒฝ Latin American

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.5
Senor Bear delivers contemporary Pan-Latin seafood and small plates in a trendy spot with cocktails and a lively patio ambiance.
Avanti Food & Beverage

Avanti Food & Beverage

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๐Ÿฝ๏ธ๐Ÿบ Food Hall

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿ• Pizza

๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐ŸŒฝ Latin American

๐Ÿ” American

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

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

Venice

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿ• Pizza

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
Venice is a white-tablecloth Italian spot crafting gourmet old-world dishes with a romantic, upscale vibe near Union Station.
Bacon Social House

Bacon Social House

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.6
Bacon Social House serves American fare with craft beer and cocktails in a trendy, midcentury-modern Sunnyside spot.
Go Fish Sushi Denver

Go Fish Sushi Denver

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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South Broadway

๐ŸŽธ South Broadway

4.5
Go Fish Sushi Denver is a lively sushi spot offering classic Japanese dishes, tempura, and a curated sake and wine list in a casual setting.
Twenty Eight Coffee

Twenty Eight Coffee

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Capitol Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

5
Twenty Eight Coffee is a trendy cart offering expertly crafted espresso and matcha drinks with great prices and a casual vibe.
Ocean Prime

Ocean Prime

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.6
Ocean Prime is a luxurious Denver spot offering classic steak and seafood in an elegant setting with a long wine list and refined cocktails.
Appaloosa Grill

Appaloosa Grill

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.3
Appaloosa Grill offers refined American comfort food with live music nightly in a vibrant, employee-owned bar inside the Denver Masonic Building.
Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar

Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.6
Upscale seafood destination in Denverโ€™s LoDo serving fresh oysters, creative cocktails, and a stylish, relaxed atmosphere.
Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
Tupelo Honey serves Southern classics like fried chicken and po' boys with a lively, casual vibe near Union Station.
Machete Tequila + Tacos

Machete Tequila + Tacos

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
Vibrant bar and grill specializing in creative tacos and extensive tequilas, offering a casual and trendy atmosphere with great cocktails.
Welton Room Bar & Kitchen

Welton Room Bar & Kitchen

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

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