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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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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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

Indulge in Denverโ€™s most acclaimed fine dining, led by chefs whoโ€™ve earned Michelinโ€™s highest honor.

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Denver's Best Patios

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

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Uchi Denver

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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4.6

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Stellar Jay

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LoDo

Ultreia

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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4.4

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Fire Restaurant

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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4.5

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Sun Valley Kitchen

Sun Valley Kitchen

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ— Health

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Sloan's Lake

๐Ÿšฒ Sloanโ€™s Lake

4.6
Sun Valley Kitchen serves affordable breakfast and lunch with fresh, flavorful dishes in a community-centered, relaxed setting.
801 Chophouse

801 Chophouse

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.6
801 Chophouse serves prime beef cuts and seafood paired with an extensive wine list in an elegant, clubby Cherry Creek setting.
Moonflower Coffee

Moonflower Coffee

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Sloanโ€™s Lake

๐Ÿšฒ Sloanโ€™s Lake

4.9
Moonflower Coffee offers unique specialty drinks in a cozy, trendy space with indoor and dog-friendly outdoor seating near Sloan's Lake.
Ragin' Hog BBQ

Ragin' Hog BBQ

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๐Ÿ— BBQ

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.7
Ragin' Hog BBQ serves authentic Southern-style smoked meats with housemade sauces in a cozy, casual Berkeley neighborhood spot.
Foraged Restaurant

Foraged Restaurant

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
Foraged Restaurant offers upscale sushi, craft cocktails, and omakase in a trendy bi-level setting with an intimate atmosphere.
Red Square Euro Bistro

Red Square Euro Bistro

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.7
Red Square Euro Bistro offers sophisticated Russian dishes and a vast selection of imported and infused vodkas in a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
Fox And The Hen

Fox And The Hen

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

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๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ 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.
Bastien's Restaurant

Bastien's Restaurant

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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City Park

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.6
Bastien's Restaurant serves thick-cut, sugar-rubbed steaks in a midcentury American setting with a cozy, historic vibe.
La Pasadita Inn

La Pasadita Inn

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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North Denver

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.7
La Pasadita Inn serves traditional Mexican dishes with fast service and a cozy patio, offering an authentic and unpretentious dining vibe.
Ramen Star

Ramen Star

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๐Ÿœ Ramen

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๐Ÿœ Ramen

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.5
Ramen Star serves fresh, uniquely flavored ramen and Japanese dishes in a cozy, trendy setting with fast service and a welcoming atmosphere.
The Osage Cafรฉ & Mercado

The Osage Cafรฉ & Mercado

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

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Downtown

๐Ÿ›ผ Baker

4.5
The Osage Cafรฉ & Mercado serves affordable American comfort food with fast service and a cozy atmosphere in Central Denver.
Max Gill & Grill

Max Gill & Grill

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿฆช Oysters

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿ” American

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South Broadway

๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Wash Park

4.6
Max Gill & Grill serves casual surf 'n' turf with daily deals on oysters & sangria, plus a cozy patio vibe on South Gaylord Street.
Narrative

Narrative

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.4
Narrative serves eclectic global sharing plates and elevated mains with a robust wine list in a chic Cherry Creek setting.
MAKfam

MAKfam

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Baker

๐Ÿ›ผ Baker

4.6
MAKfam delivers bold, authentic Chinese cuisine with a hip-hop vibe in Denverโ€™s Baker neighborhood, featuring standout bao buns and spicy noodles.
Tacos Tequila Whiskey

Tacos Tequila Whiskey

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿ— BBQ

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.5
Tacos Tequila Whiskey elevates street tacos with bold flavors and craft margaritas in a trendy, casual West Highland spot.
Guard and Grace

Guard and Grace

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.7
Modern steakhouse in Denver offering exquisite chops, small plates, fine wines, a raw bar, and a stylish patio atmosphere.
The Drip Cafe

The Drip Cafe

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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South Broadway

๐ŸŽธ South Broadway

4.5
The Drip Cafe serves quality coffee and supports community with a welcoming vibe and mission-driven approach on Santa Fe Drive.
The Corner Office

The Corner Office

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.2
The Corner Office offers modern comfort classics and crafted cocktails in a sleek setting near the arts complex.
Takiza

Takiza

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.3
Takiza delivers authentic, richly flavored Mexican tacos with standout cocktails and a lively atmosphere in a trendy LoDo setting.
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.
Rioja

Rioja

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๐Ÿฅ™ Mediterranean

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Lodo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.6
Locally sourced Mediterranean dishes and wines energize the vibrant Larimer Square space of Rioja, a must-visit in Denver's culinary scene.
Flagstaff House

Flagstaff House

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๐Ÿ” American

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Boulder

๐Ÿ”๏ธ Boulder

4.7
Flagstaff House offers refined American fine dining perched atop Flagstaff Mountain with breathtaking window views, top-notch service, and a romantic, upscale atmosphere.
Elemental Bakery & Coffeehouse

Elemental Bakery & Coffeehouse

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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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.
Onefold

Onefold

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
Onefold serves scratch-made breakfast and lunch fare infused with global flavors in a spacious, comfortable setting near Union Station.
Syrup City Park

Syrup City Park

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

โ˜• Coffee Shop

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City Park

๐ŸŒณ City Park

4.3
Syrup City Park offers informal brunch and lunch with unique pancakes and savory dishes in a bright, casual setting with patio seating.
Rocky Yama Sushi

Rocky Yama Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿœ Ramen

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Downtown

๐Ÿ›ผ Baker

4.7
Rocky Yama Sushi serves fresh sushi rolls, ramen, and sake in a casual, lively setting with great happy hour deals.
Barolo Grill

Barolo Grill

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๐Ÿ Italian

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๐Ÿ Italian

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

๐ŸŒฑ Farm-to-Table

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Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.7
Barolo Grill serves upscale Northern Italian fare with an extensive wine list in an elegant, romantic Cherry Creek setting.