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.

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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Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar

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Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar

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🍔 American

Downtown

4.2
Wooden Spoon Cafe & Bakery

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Wooden Spoon Cafe & Bakery

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🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

4.7
Wildflower

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Wildflower

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🌱 Farm-to-Table

LoHi

4.7
Wild Taco Denver

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Wild Taco Denver

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🍚 Asian Fusion

Downtown

4.3
Whittier Cafe

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Whittier Cafe

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🥐 Café & Bakery

Capitol Hill

4.8
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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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4.3

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Cap Hill

Stellar Jay

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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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Mecha Noodle Bar

Mecha Noodle Bar

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
Mecha Noodle Bar delivers bold Vietnamese-Japanese noodle dishes with creative bao buns and a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere in RiNo.
The French Press - 12th & Madison

The French Press - 12th & Madison

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🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥗 Health

Central 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 Central neighborhood.
Urban Farmer Denver

Urban Farmer Denver

$$$$

🥩 Steakhouse

🥩 Steakhouse

🍴 Contemporary

🥞 Brunch

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.5
Urban Farmer Denver is a sleek chophouse in The Oxford Hotel focusing on sustainable, colorful steakhouse fare with a trendy vibe.
The Wolf's Tailor

The Wolf's Tailor

$$$$

🥂 Fine Dining

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Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.7
Innovative Denver restaurant featuring wild game, seasonal tasting menus, and cozy industrial ambiance for a unique dining experience.
Uchi Denver

Uchi Denver

$$$$

🍣 Sushi

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RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
Uchi Denver offers sublime sushi and sashimi paired with a robust drink menu and happy hour in a sleek, contemporary setting.
Sapor Coffee & Concepts

Sapor Coffee & Concepts

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🥐 Café & Bakery

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.8
Sapor Coffee & Concepts serves classic coffee beverages in a bright, industrial space with high ceilings and a cozy, trendy vibe.
ChoLon - Sloan’s Lake

ChoLon - Sloan’s Lake

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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Sloan’s Lake

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.1
ChoLon Sloan’s Lake delivers fresh Asian fusion dishes featuring crave-worthy dumplings and bao buns in a trendy, welcoming setting.
Tacos Los Gueros

Tacos Los Gueros

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🌮 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.
Roaming Buffalo Bar-B-Que

Roaming Buffalo Bar-B-Que

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🍗 BBQ

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South Denver

🏘️ South Denver

4.6
Cowboy-style barbecue with brightly hued walls, an open kitchen, and signature smoked meats in South Denver’s vibrant scene.
Syrup Downtown

Syrup Downtown

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🍳 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.
Doppio Coffee

Doppio Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.6
Doppio Coffee offers expertly crafted espresso drinks, pastries, and light fare in a trendy, cozy cafe with inviting sidewalk seating.
Blue Sparrow Coffee

Blue Sparrow Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

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