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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Jovanina’s

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🍝 Italian

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Linger

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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Mister Oso RiNo

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Stellar Jay

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🍔 American

Highlands

4.5
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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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🍔 American

RiNo

4.7
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Sakura House

Sakura House

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🍣 Japanese

🍜 Ramen

🍣 Japanese

LoDo

🥂 LoDo

4.6
Sakura House delivers authentic Japanese comfort food with standout ramen, teriyaki, and set meals in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.

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801 Fish

801 Fish

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🦞 Seafood

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Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.4
801 Fish offers an exceptional seafood dining experience in the heart of downtown, famous for oysters, fresh seafood dishes, and elegant ambiance.

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Fluid Coffee Bar

Fluid Coffee Bar

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☕ 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.

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The Velvet Cellar

The Velvet Cellar

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🍔 American

🍔 American

🥖 French

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.7
The Velvet Cellar offers an upscale, cozy spot with innovative New American dishes and standout cocktails in the heart of downtown.

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Cart Driver Lo-Hi

Cart Driver Lo-Hi

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🍝 Italian

🍕 Pizza

🍝 Italian

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Unique wood-fired pizzas, fresh oysters, and natural wines create a trendy, cozy dining atmosphere in Denver’s LoHi neighborhood.

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The 9th Door Capitol Hill

The 9th Door Capitol Hill

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🥙 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.

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The Original

The Original

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🥞 Brunch

🥞 Brunch

🍔 American

🍳 Breakfast

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.4
The Original serves hearty chicken waffles, rustic steak plates, and burgers with fries in a laid-back, spacious setting.

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The PZA

The PZA

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🍕 Pizza

🍕 Pizza

🍔 American

Central Park

🛼 Baker

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.

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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.

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Panzano

Panzano

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🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.5
Panzano offers polished yet approachable Italian dining with sustainable North Italian dishes in a sleek hotel setting.

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The Weathervane Cafe

The Weathervane Cafe

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Uptown

🍽️ Uptown

4.8
The Weathervane Cafe serves expertly crafted espresso drinks and fresh breakfast and lunch fare in a cozy, funky spot with rooftop seating.

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Nowhere Coffee

Nowhere Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

Highlands

🎨 RiNo

4.9
Nowhere Coffee delights with expertly crafted brews in a cozy, trendy North Denver spot known for community vibes and great coffee.