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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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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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

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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

Fire Restaurant

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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4.5

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RiNo

Mister Oso RiNo

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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4.3

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Uchi Denver

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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4.6

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Cap Hill

Stellar Jay

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๐ŸŒฑ Farm-to-Table

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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

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๐Ÿ— BBQ

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๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿ— BBQ

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

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

Hillstone

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿฃ Japanese

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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Cherry Creek

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cherry Creek

4.5
Hillstone serves upscale American fare including burgers, steaks, and sushi in spacious, stylish Cherry Creek surroundings.
Crab & Shell Cajun Seafood

Crab & Shell Cajun Seafood

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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Capitol Hill

๐Ÿชด Congress Park

4.7
Crab & Shell Cajun Seafood serves bold, flavorful Cajun seafood boils and classic dishes with speedy service and family-friendly vibes in Central Denver.
Coffee Sarap

Coffee Sarap

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

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โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.9
Coffee Sarap serves Filipino-inspired coffee and pastries with unique flavors like ube and pandan in a cozy, trendy setting near RiNo.
The Universal

The Universal

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Highlands

๐ŸŒฒ Highlands

4.6
The Universal offers inventive breakfast and lunch with rotating grits specials in a cozy, casual spot with a full bar in Sunnyside.
Spices Cafe

Spices Cafe

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

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Cap Hill

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.7
Spices Cafe serves classic American favorites like burgers and sandwiches in a casual spot with a welcoming patio.
The Nickel

The Nickel

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.2
The Nickel offers a lively American bistro experience inside Hotel Teatro with local, seasonal dishes and a buzzing atmosphere.
ChoLon - Downtown

ChoLon - Downtown

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๐Ÿš Asian Fusion

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
Chef Lon Symensma crafts elegant Southeast Asian dishes with European flair in a sleek, upscale setting at ChoLonโ€™s downtown location.
Plant Magic Cafe

Plant Magic Cafe

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

โ˜• Coffee Shop

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Capitol Hill

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Uptown

4.8
Plant Magic Cafe offers a cozy, trendy vibe with specialty magic lattes, organic small plates, and a welcoming community hub.
major tom

major tom

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

๐Ÿฆช Oysters

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.8
Major Tom offers inventive small plates, exceptional cocktails, and a cozy, trendy atmosphere in the vibrant RiNo district.
Rosenberg's Bagels

Rosenberg's Bagels

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿ” American

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Five Points

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.5
Rosenberg's serves authentic NY-style bagels, smoked fish, and deli sandwiches with coffee in a vibrant Five Points setting.
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.
Water Grill Denver

Water Grill Denver

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.5
Sophisticated Denver seafood spot boasting a daily-updated menu and extensive raw-bar options in an upscale, trendy atmosphere.
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.
Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar

Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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๐Ÿฆž Seafood

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.6
Upscale seafood destination in Denverโ€™s LoDo serving fresh oysters, creative cocktails, and a stylish, relaxed atmosphere.
Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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South Broadway

๐ŸŽธ South Broadway

4.6
Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina delivers festive Mexican cuisine with a Michoacรกn twist, craft cocktails, and lively weekend brunch in a cozy, trendy setting.
Redeemer Pizza

Redeemer Pizza

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

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๐Ÿ• Pizza

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿ” American

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RiNo

๐ŸŽจ RiNo

4.3
Redeemer Pizza delivers crispy, saucy New York-style slices with a cozy, trendy vibe in the heart of the River North Art District.
STK Steakhouse

STK Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

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๐Ÿฅฉ Steakhouse

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
STK Steakhouse blends sleek design, modern steakhouse fare, and lively DJ vibes for an upscale dining experience downtown.
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.
Potager

Potager

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๐Ÿด Contemporary

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๐ŸŒฑ Farm-to-Table

๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿท Wine Bar

๐Ÿฅ‚ Fine Dining

๐Ÿฅ— Health

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Central Park

๐ŸŒณ Capitol Hill

4.7
Potager serves seasonal organic New American dishes in a rustic setting, showcasing market-fresh flavors and a cozy, upscale vibe.
Wildflower

Wildflower

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LoHi

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.7
Wildflower offers area-sourced Italian and Mexican dishes with an upscale ambiance complemented by a robust drink menu in Denverโ€™s Highland neighborhood.
The Original

The Original

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

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๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Downtown

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

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

Senor Bear

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๐ŸŒฝ Latin American

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๐ŸŒฝ Latin American

๐Ÿฆž Seafood

๐Ÿฅ— Vegan & Vegetarian

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

4.5
Senor Bear delivers contemporary Pan-Latin seafood and small plates in a trendy spot with cocktails and a lively patio ambiance.
Sam's No. 3

Sam's No. 3

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๐Ÿ” American

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๐Ÿ” American

๐Ÿณ Breakfast

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿธ Cocktail Bar

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Downtown

๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown

4.6
Sam's No. 3 is a lively diner serving hearty comfort food all day, famous for breakfast burritos and green chili in the Central Business District.
Jovaninaโ€™s

Jovaninaโ€™s

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๐Ÿ Italian

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LoDo

๐Ÿฅ‚ LoDo

4.4
Warm Italian eatery in Denver with exposed brick, wood-fired pizzas, housemade pasta, cocktails, and a cozy upscale vibe.
Nozomi

Nozomi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

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๐Ÿฃ Sushi

๐Ÿฃ Japanese

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Highlands

๐Ÿธ LoHi

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

Onefold

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

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๐Ÿณ Breakfast

๐Ÿฅž Brunch

๐ŸŒฎ Mexican

โ˜• Coffee Shop

๐Ÿฅ Cafรฉ & Bakery

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Uptown

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Uptown

4.5
Onefold delights with farmhouse-style coffee, creative breakfast, and global cafe dishes in a cozy Uptown setting.