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.

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Denver's Best Patios

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

Cap Hill

Stellar Jay

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🌱 Farm-to-Table

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Fire Restaurant

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🍴 Contemporary

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Ash'Kara

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🥙 Mediterranean

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4.3

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El Five

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The French Press - 12th & Madison

The French Press - 12th & Madison

$$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥗 Health

Congress Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.3
The French Press blends cozy vibes with quality coffee and hearty breakfast and lunch dishes, a beloved local cafe in Congress Park.
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.
Rosebud Cafe

Rosebud Cafe

$$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥙 Mediterranean

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥐 Café & Bakery

Baker

🛼 Baker

4.5
Rosebud Cafe serves Mediterranean-inspired breakfast and lunch with great coffee and tea in a cozy, airy neighborhood spot.
Mimosas

Mimosas

$$

🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🍸 Cocktail Bar

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.2
Colorful retro spot serving innovative brunch and comfort food, known for lively vibes and a wide mimosa & champagne selection.
Chingon - Santa Fe Art District

Chingon - Santa Fe Art District

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Baker

🛼 Baker

5
Chingon offers authentic Mexican cuisine with standout dishes like chicharrones and fresh cocktails, set in a vibrant, art district ambiance.
The Delectable Egg LoDo

The Delectable Egg LoDo

$$

🍳 Breakfast

🍳 Breakfast

🍔 American

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.5
The Delectable Egg LoDo serves hearty American breakfasts and lunches in a casual, diner-like setting with great coffee and quick service.
Aloy Thai Eatery - Capitol Hill

Aloy Thai Eatery - Capitol Hill

$$

🍜 Thai

🍜 Thai

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.8
Aloy Thai Eatery serves fast casual, authentic Thai dishes with bold flavors and generous portions in a casual Capitol Hill setting.
Acova

Acova

$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍴 Contemporary

🍔 American

🍷 Wine Bar

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Acova offers contemporary Italian and global dishes with a cozy wooden interior and lively patio in the LoHi neighborhood.
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

$$$

🍗 BBQ

🍣 Japanese

🍗 BBQ

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.7
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ offers interactive yakiniku dining with fresh meats, vibrant cocktails, and a lively yet relaxed atmosphere.
The Greenwich

The Greenwich

$$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🍕 Pizza

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.5
The Greenwich delivers upscale Italian dining with wood-fired pizzas, vibrant cocktails, and cozy ambiance in RiNo’s lively setting.
Huckleberry Roasters

Huckleberry Roasters

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥐 Café & Bakery

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.7
Huckleberry Roasters brews exceptional coffee amid Larimer Square’s cozy, trendy ambiance, perfect for breakfast and solo laptop work.
Tacos Los Gueros

Tacos Los Gueros

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.7
Tacos Los Gueros delivers quick, flavorful Mexican tacos with standout pastor and barbacoa in a casual West Highland spot.
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.
Alma Fonda Fina

Alma Fonda Fina

$$$

🌮 Mexican

🍴 Contemporary

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.8
Alma Fonda Fina offers a cozy, upscale Mexican dining experience in Denver’s Highland neighborhood with creative dishes and craft cocktails.
Goosetown Tavern BBQ

Goosetown Tavern BBQ

$$

🍗 BBQ

🍗 BBQ

🍻 Brewpub

🍔 American

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Capitol Hill

🪴 Congress Park

4.3
Goosetown Tavern BBQ is a veteran local bar with hearty BBQ, craft brews, live music, and weekly events in a cozy, casual atmosphere.
Gyros town

Gyros town

$$

🥙 Mediterranean

🥙 Greek

🥙 Mediterranean

RiNo

🥂 LoDo

4.1
Gyros town offers casual Greek eats with fast service, featuring tender gyros, lamb combos, and a lively food truck vibe.
Green Bus Cafe

Green Bus Cafe

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍳 Breakfast

City Park

🌳 City Park

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

Maci Cafe

$$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Maci Cafe offers a cozy, brick-walled vibe with patio seating, serving espresso drinks, gourmet sandwiches, salads, and fresh pastries.
Moxie Eatery

Moxie Eatery

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Health

South Broadway

🎸 South Broadway

4.8
Moxie Eatery serves casual American soups, sandwiches, and more in a bright, cozy space from morning till early evening.
Del Frisco's Grille

Del Frisco's Grille

$$$$

🥩 Steakhouse

🥩 Steakhouse

🦞 Seafood

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

🍔 American

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.3
Del Frisco's Grille serves upscale steak, seafood, and cocktails in a trendy Cherry Creek setting with a rooftop patio.
Little Gingko Asian Cafe

Little Gingko Asian Cafe

$

🍚 Asian Fusion

🍣 Japanese

🥡 Chinese

🍚 Asian Fusion

Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.7
Quaint spot serving authentic Chinese and Japanese dishes with quick service and a cozy, casual vibe in the heart of the city.
Mystical Blends Café

Mystical Blends Café

$$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥗 Health

Congress Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.9
Mystical Blends Café is a cozy, trendy coffee shop known for vibrant smoothies, açaí bowls, and standout specialty lattes in Central Denver.
Welton Room Bar & Kitchen

Welton Room Bar & Kitchen

$$

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

☕ Coffee Shop

🥞 Brunch

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

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

Liang's Thai Food

$

🍜 Thai

🍜 Thai

Downtown

🎨 RiNo

4.8
Liang's Thai Food is a beloved casual spot offering authentic Thai street food with spicy, fresh dishes and generous portions downtown.
Senor Bear

Senor Bear

$$

🌽 Latin American

🌽 Latin American

🦞 Seafood

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.5
Senor Bear delivers contemporary Pan-Latin seafood and small plates in a trendy spot with cocktails and a lively patio ambiance.
Machete Tequila + Tacos

Machete Tequila + Tacos

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍸 Cocktail Bar

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.4
Vibrant bar and grill specializing in creative tacos and extensive tequilas, offering a casual and trendy atmosphere with great cocktails.
Fish N Beer

Fish N Beer

$$$

🦞 Seafood

🦞 Seafood

RiNo

🎨 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.
The Pig & The Sprout

The Pig & The Sprout

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🍴 Contemporary

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥞 Brunch

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.4
The Pig & The Sprout serves contemporary American dishes and drinks in a lively bi-level space with multiple bars.
Blue Sparrow Coffee

Blue Sparrow Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Blue Sparrow Coffee is a spacious, modern café known for expertly crafted coffee, cold brews, and refreshing kombucha on tap.
Carl's Pizza

Carl's Pizza

$$

🍕 Pizza

🍕 Pizza

🍝 Italian

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.5
Carl's Pizza is a beloved neighborhood spot serving classic Italian pies and hearty pasta in a cozy, no-frills setting in West Highland.
Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

Molotov Kitschen + Cocktails

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

🍸 Cocktail Bar

City Park

🌳 City Park

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

Q House

$$

🥡 Chinese

🥡 Chinese

🍴 Contemporary

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Capitol Hill

🪴 Congress Park

4.6
Q House serves refined Chinese dishes and inventive cocktails in a cozy, trendy setting with fast service and a modern vibe.
Franks Bar-B-Que

Franks Bar-B-Que

$$

🍗 BBQ

🍗 BBQ

🍔 American

Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.6
Franks Bar-B-Que offers authentic Texas-style meats and sides by the pound or combo plate with full-service BBQ catering.