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

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$

🍕 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, all delivered with polished, unobtrusive service for an elevated steakhouse experience.

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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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🍚 Asian Fusion

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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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Stellar Jay

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La Pasadita Inn

La Pasadita Inn

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

North Denver

🎨 RiNo

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

Bazille

$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🥞 Brunch

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥙 Mediterranean

🥖 French

Cherry Creek

🛍️ Cherry Creek

4.4
Bazille offers a cozy, trendy American dining experience inside Cherry Creek Mall with great cocktails and fast service.
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.
El Taco De Mexico

El Taco De Mexico

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🍳 Breakfast

Downtown

🛼 Baker

4.3
El Taco De Mexico is a beloved spot serving authentic Mexico City-style dishes with quick service and casual vibes in a classic local setting.
The Kitchen American Bistro

The Kitchen American Bistro

$$$

🍔 American

🍔 American

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

🍳 Breakfast

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Downtown

🥂 LoDo

4.5
The Kitchen American Bistro serves elevated international dishes and craft cocktails in an upscale, stylish downtown bistro setting.
Blue Sparrow Coffee

Blue Sparrow Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.6
Blue Sparrow Coffee serves classic and specialty drinks with nitro cold brew, kombucha on tap, and fresh pastries in a vibrant RiNo courtyard and rooftop setting.
Brasserie Brixton

Brasserie Brixton

$$$

🥖 French

🥖 French

🍴 Contemporary

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥞 Brunch

🥐 Café & Bakery

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

4.7
Brasserie Brixton serves French cuisine with a modern twist in a hip space with open kitchen and cozy bar vibes.
Mama Jo's Chicken, Biscuits, BBQ

Mama Jo's Chicken, Biscuits, BBQ

$$

🍗 BBQ

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City Park

🌳 City Park

4.5
Mama Jo's delivers authentic Southern barbecue and crispy chicken biscuits in a casual Central neighborhood setting, beloved for rich flavors and hearty portions.
Metropolis Coffee

Metropolis Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

LoHi

🍸 LoHi

4.5
Metropolis Coffee brews exceptional coffee and espresso with a simple menu of pastries in a cozy, trendy Highlands café.
Home Away Coffee

Home Away Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

RiNo

🎨 RiNo

5
Home Away Coffee offers a cozy, bright spot in River North with exceptional espresso, homemade syrups, and a welcoming, dog-friendly vibe.
Smokin' Dave's BBQ and Brews

Smokin' Dave's BBQ and Brews

$$

🍗 BBQ

🍗 BBQ

🍔 American

🦞 Seafood

South Broadway

🚲 Sloan’s Lake

4.6
Smokin' Dave’s BBQ serves hearty smoked meats and classic Southern sides in a casual, rustic setting with a lively bar.
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.
Guard and Grace

Guard and Grace

$$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.7
Modern steakhouse in Denver offering exquisite chops, small plates, fine wines, a raw bar, and a stylish patio atmosphere.
Corsica Wine Bar

Corsica Wine Bar

$$$

🍷 Wine Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🥖 French

🥙 Mediterranean

🍝 Italian

RiNo

🎨 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.
Luca

Luca

$$$$

🍝 Italian

🍝 Italian

🥂 Fine Dining

🍷 Wine Bar

🦞 Seafood

Capitol Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.4
Luca serves high-end regional Italian cuisine with fresh handmade pastas and a cozy, rustic vibe in Capitol Hill.
La Loma

La Loma

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.4
Family-run kitchen serving traditional Mexican cuisine, renowned for margaritas and an upscale-rustic vibe in a lively urban setting.
Fire Restaurant

Fire Restaurant

$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🍴 Contemporary

Cap Hill

🌳 Capitol Hill

4.5
Swanky spot in Denver offering New American cuisine with Colorado flair, curated cocktails, rooftop seating, and an upscale atmosphere.
Doppio Coffee

Doppio Coffee

$

☕ 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.
Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar

Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar

$$

🍜 Thai

🍜 Thai

Uptown

🍽️ Uptown

4.6
Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar offers elevated, authentic Thai dishes and creative cocktails in a cozy, trendy Uptown setting.
Kawa Ni

Kawa Ni

$$$

🍚 Asian Fusion

🍚 Asian Fusion

🥡 Chinese

🍱 Korean

🍣 Japanese

🦞 Seafood

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.6
Kawa Ni serves inventive Asian small plates and cocktails in a cozy, trendy space in Highlands, perfect for groups and solo diners.
Copper Door Coffee Roasters

Copper Door Coffee Roasters

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

Congress Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.4
Copper Door Coffee Roasters serves great coffee and tea in a cozy, trendy spot nestled inside the Botanic Gardens with outdoor seating.
Offshoots at the Gardens Café

Offshoots at the Gardens Café

$$

🥐 Café & Bakery

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍳 Breakfast

🥞 Brunch

☕ Coffee Shop

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

Congress Park

🪴 Congress Park

4.3
Offshoots at the Gardens Café serves fresh, flavorful sandwiches and coffee amidst the lush serenity of the Botanic Gardens with casual, cozy vibes.
Nozomi

Nozomi

$$

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Sushi

🍣 Japanese

Highlands

🍸 LoHi

4.8
Nozomi offers refined Japanese dining with fresh nigiri, inventive rolls, and a cozy, trendy ambiance in the Sunnyside neighborhood.
EDGE Restaurant & Bar

EDGE Restaurant & Bar

$$$$

🍴 Contemporary

🥩 Steakhouse

🥂 Fine Dining

🍸 Cocktail Bar

🍷 Wine Bar

🦞 Seafood

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.5
EDGE Restaurant & Bar serves upscale wood-grilled steaks and inventive entrees with a lively bar in Denver’s Central Business District.
Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

$$

🌮 Mexican

🌮 Mexican

🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

🥞 Brunch

🍸 Cocktail Bar

South Broadway

🎸 South Broadway

4.6
Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina delivers festive Mexican cuisine with a Michoacán twist, craft cocktails, and lively weekend brunch in a cozy, trendy setting.
Mr Peralta Mariscos

Mr Peralta Mariscos

$$

🦞 Seafood

🦞 Seafood

🌮 Mexican

🥞 Brunch

🍳 Breakfast

Highlands

🌲 Highlands

4.5
Mr Peralta Mariscos delivers fresh Mexican seafood with bold flavors and a vibrant casual vibe in Sunnyside’s heart.
Logan House Coffee

Logan House Coffee

$

☕ Coffee Shop

☕ Coffee Shop

🍳 Breakfast

🍷 Wine Bar

🥐 Café & Bakery

🍸 Cocktail Bar

Downtown

🏙️ Downtown

4.2
Logan House Coffee delivers fast service and great coffee, perfect for a cozy breakfast or solo sip in the Central Business District.