Denver Restaurants

Where locals actually eat in the Mile High City

Denver's food scene has exploded. From James Beard nominees to taco trucks, the city delivers at every price point. These 10 restaurants earn the hype - whether you're dropping $200 on a steakhouse dinner or $15 on the best hummus of your life.

STEAK

Guard and Grace

Denver's best steakhouse. Prime cuts, seafood tower, rooftop bar. $$$$ but worth every dollar for special occasions.

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MIDDLE EASTERN

Safta

Israeli/Middle Eastern from Alon Shaya. The hummus is famous, the lamb shoulder feeds a crowd. RiNo hotspot.

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ITALIAN

Tavernetta

Upscale Italian near Union Station. Handmade pasta, Italian wines, stunning space. Denver's best date night.

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NEW AMERICAN

Acorn

Wood-fired everything at The Source food hall. Small plates, great cocktails, industrial-chic RiNo vibes.

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LATIN

Work & Class

Southern meets Latin American. Smoked meats, creative sides, lively atmosphere. RiNo neighborhood gem.

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VIEWS

El Five

Mediterranean tapas with Denver's best rooftop views. Sunset cocktails are mandatory. LoHi favorite.

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ASIAN

Hop Alley

Chinese-American with a twist. Kung pao chicken like you've never had. Late night RiNo spot.

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MEDITERRANEAN

Rioja

Jennifer Jasinski's Larimer Square flagship. Mediterranean, multiple James Beard nominations.

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CHINESE

Uncle

Sichuan flavors in LoHi. Dan dan noodles, mapo tofu, spice levels that mean business.

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