DINING
American
Airport Broker Restaurant
12100 East 39th Avenue • Denver, CO 80239
I-70 & Peoria at the Airport
303-371-6420
Romantic dining in a real bank vault where they serve great steaks, fresh fish, and shrimp bowls. mapAvenue Grill
630 East 17th Avenue • Denver, CO 80203
17th Avenue at Washington, Historic Uptown
303-861-2820
Traditional San Francisco-style grill specializing in fresh seafood, grilled cuisine, pastas, and delicious salads. more... mapCherry Cricket, The
2641 Second Avenue • Denver, CO 80206
Cherry Creek
303-322-7666
A fun and exciting place serving award-winning burgers, green chili, barbecue wings, and a large beer selection in a neighborhood pub style atmosphere. "Horzidurvees" include "Messy Bean Nachos" and "Hot Herbed Artichoke Dip" in addition to many other selections. more... mapDixons Downtown Grill
1610 16th Street • Denver, CO 80202
303-573-6100
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch is served in the historic Henry Lee building in a Mission-style arts and crafts setting seven days a week at Dixons Downtown Grill. Menu items include omelets, oatmeal, pancakes, French toast, granola, grilled steak tacos, crème brulee, lasagna, pan seared salmon, tuna melt, burgers, grilled cheese, carrot cake, chicken enchiladas, and salads. more... mapGoodfriends Restaurant
3100 East Colfax Avenue • Denver, CO 80206
303-399-1751
Great neighborhood restaurant and bar serving a large variety of salads, sandwiches, steaks, seafood, vegetarian selections, and Mexican food. more... mapMarlowe's
501 16th Street • Denver, CO 80202
Across from Denver Pavilions
303-595-3700
The seven foot martini glass adorning the facade of this popular restaurant should give you a hint of the extensive martini selection to be found here! Voted Denver's best restaurant, this casual restaurant specializes in steaks, chops, seafood, and pasta. more... mapRacine's Restaurant
650 Sherman Street • Denver, CO 80209
303-595-0418
A great close-to-downtown restaurant serving pastas, Mexican food, sandwiches, seafood, and chicken. Also features an in-house bakery and great brownies. more... map
Bistro
Painted Bench
400 East 20th Avenue • Denver, CO 80205
303-863-7473
Rated as one of Denver's ten best restaurant, this unique Denver bistro serves seafood, pasta, beef, and vegetarian food. map
Brew Pubs
C.B. Potts & Big Horn Brewing
1055 Auraria Parkway • Denver, CO 80204
720-932-0707
Features award-winning handcrafted beers, great steaks, seafood, salads, and burgers. more... mapCeltic Tavern, The
1801 Blake Street • Denver, CO 80202
LoDo (lower Downtown)
303-308-1795
This upscale tavern reflects the cultures of Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. It features the longest bar in Denver and a cigar room with an open fireplace. more... mapHops Grill & Bar
149 Steele Street • Denver, CO 80206
Across from Cherry Creek Mall
303-377-0909
Serves large portions of American grilled cuisine and features an authentic in-house microbrewery. Outdoor dining available. more... mapRock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery
1001 Sixteenth Street #A-100 • Denver, CO 80265
Located at the Corner of 16th & Curtis Streets
303-534-7616
Nothing goes better with the hearty taste of great American brewery food than great American handcrafted beer. They have music, specialty beer tappings and everyday happenings. They can also accommodate your banquet needs. more... mapWyncoop Brewing Company
1634 18th Street • Denver, CO 80202
303-297-2700
The largest brewpub in America and Colorado's first brewpub featuring fresh award-winning ales, elegant billiards hall upstairs, and live comedy in the basement. The restaurant serves local specials like Denver Cut Elk Medallions and other unique dishes. more... map
Cafes
Little Russian Cafe
1424H Larimer Street • Denver, CO 80202
Downtown
303-595-8600
Charming cafe combining old-world atmosphere with authentic Russian cuisine. While dining inside, enjoy the Russian scenes on the walls or try dining outside in the attractive courtyard. map
Chinese
Imperial Chinese Seafood Restaurant
431 South Broadway • Denver, CO 80209-1520
303-698-2800
Denver's only five-star Chinese restaurant specializing in seafood and nouvelle Chinese dishes. Banquet facilities and catering available. more... mapP.F. Changs China Bistro
1415 Fifteenth Street • Denver, CO 80202
LoDo, Lower Downtown
303-260-7222
Serves a unique blend of traditional Chinese cuisine in an upscale, contemporary bistro setting. Also offers an extensive wine list, all available by the glass. more... map
Contemporary
Adega
1700 Wynkoop Street • Denver, CO 80202
303-534-2222
With its name meaning wine cellar in Portuguese, Adega has a case in the center of the dining area as the main focus. More than 8,000 bottles are kept in the glass case. Huge windows offer beautiful views of the area. The menu consists of contemporary American dishes, some with more of a Caribbean flare. mapBlack Pearl, The
1529 South Pearl Street • Denver, CO 80210
303-777-0500
A perfect spot for all occasions, including cocktail parties, intimate dinners, receptions or office outings, the Black Pearl's chef focuses on using locally produced items for freshness and flavor to prepare seasonal menu items. Limited production wine is available by the glass or bottle. more... mapVesta Dipping Grill
1822 Blake Street • Denver, CO 80202
303-296-1970
Serves world-class grilled cuisine, ethnic entrees, and exotic dipping sauces in a relaxed urban environment. more... mapWellshire Inn
3333 South Colorado Boulevard • Denver, CO 80222
303-759-3333
Serves classic cuisine in a contemporary fashion within the splendor of an English Tudor mansion. Private banquet rooms available. more... map
Creole & Cajun
Gumbo's Louisiana Style Cafe
1530 Sixteenth Street, Suite 103 • Denver, CO 80202
720-956-1490
Gumbo's is a traditional Cajun and Creole dining experience right in the heart of Lodo. more... map
Delis & Sandwich Shops
Corporate Deli & Grill
510 17th Street #103 • Denver, CO 80202
303-825-5353
Voted best sandwiches since 1998. Enjoy these overstuffed sandwiches, fresh made soups, and delicious salads. mapPanera Bread Capitol Heights
1330 Grant Street • Denver, CO 80203
303-830-7101
Offers fresh breads, pastries, bagels, made-to-order sandwiches, soups, and fresh tossed salads in eight locations throughout metro Denver. more... map
Ethnic
Casablanca Moroccan Restaurant
2488 South University Boulevard • Denver, CO 80210
303-871-0494
Voted the best Moroccan restaurant in Denver, this restaurant serves traditional and tasty couscous dishes including soups, salads, and B'stella. map
French
Bistro Vendome
1420 Larimer Street • Denver, CO 80202
303-825-3232
Enter into an authentic Parisian styled bistro with vaulted ceilings, mustard faux-painted walls, antique lighting, mosaic tile floors and comfortable seating. The sincerity of their talented Chef allows you to savor an uncompromised and splendid gastronomic experience. The bistro fare, by Chef Eric Roeder contains a wealth of French flavors and has a classical French influence with a lighter and more contemporary twist. The "French Soul Food," pairs well with the full service bar with more than 65 selections of French wine representing all regions of France. C'est Magnifique! more... mapLe Central
112 East 8th Avenue • Denver, CO 80203
303-863-8094
You'll feel an old European charm as you enter into an intimate and enamoring lounge. Innovation and a touch of genius are the main ingredients at this celebrated venue that takes the art of gastronomy to new heights. There are four separate dining rooms, including the coveted indoor patio. Chalkboards display upcoming events and local art adorns the walls. The menu changes daily and if it isn't bathed in flavor, it's wrapped in pastry. The decadent desserts will consume your palette. An exquisite taste of Paris in Denver's own backyard. more... map
German
Cafe Berlin
323 Fourteenth Street • Denver, CO 80202
303-377-5896
Serves authentic German cuisine in a casual, elegant atmosphere. Also features a large variety of German beers, wines, and cocktails. more... map
Indian
Bombay Clay Oven
165 Steele Street • Denver, CO 80206
Cherry Creek North
303-377-4454
Indian restaurant serving authentic Indian and contemporary cuisine with divan-style seating or patio dining. Carry out available. more... map
Italian
Cafe Cero
1446 South Broadway • Denver, CO 80210
303-282-1446
An Italian restaurant that features live "Jazz Wednesdays and Wine Specials." Dinner is served Tuesday-Saturday from 5 p.m. until 10:30 p.m.; reservations are suggested. The restaurant also offers take out, two happy hours, and catering services. mapHotel Monaco Denver
1717 Champa Street at 17th • Denver, CO 80202
800-990-1303
Gorgeous restaurant in downtown Denver featuring contemporary Northern Italian cuisine and a large variety of eclectic wines. Also features a full bar and an exhibition bakery. more... mapJosephina's Ristorante
1433 Larimer Street • Denver, CO 80202
Larimer Square
303-623-0166
Denver's unofficial Italian landmark serving great Italian cuisine including New Age pastas, chicken, veal, and seafood. Also offers a full bar and live music seven nights a week in this atmospheric old building. mapPagliacci's Italian Restaurant
1440 West Thirty-Third Avenue • Denver, CO 80211
303-458-0530
This famous restaurant offers traditional dishes including veal, shrimp, eggplant, chicken, and pasta, served in a romantic country Italian atmosphere enhanced by fountains and arches. more... mapPanzano Ristorante
909 Seventeenth Street • Denver, CO 80202
303-296-3525
Panzano features contemporary Northern Italian cuisine. Enjoy fresh baked breads, pastries and desserts daily. Open for breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner daily. Large private parties for up to 150 guests are available. Cooking classes and special wine events held monthly. more... map
Japanese
Sonoda's Downtown
1620 Market Street • Denver, CO 80202
303-595-9500
Award-winning Japanese cuisine featuring quality sushi and seafood. more... map
Locally Operated
Buckhorn Exchange Restaurant
1000 Osage Street • Denver, CO 80204
303-534-9505
Denvers oldest restaurant! Serving prime steaks, buffalo, elk, and much more. Reservations recommended. more... mapElway's
2500 East First Avenue, Unit 101 • Denver, CO 80206
303-399-5353
Located in Denver’s distinctive Cherry Creek neighborhood, Elway’s is the ideal setting for any occasion. Celebrate a birthday or anniversary. Entertain business associates. Meet friends for cocktails. The menu boasts USDA hand cut prime steaks, fin fish, crustaceans and much more. And, you’ll always find something new at Elway’s. more...Jonesy's EatBar
400 E 20th Ave. • Denver, CO 80205
corner of 20th & Logan
303-863-7473
From their website, "The food is delicious, we carry over 30 local beers, the wine list is eclectic, and the atmosphere and service are welcoming. Best of all, you’ll be treated to a dining experience that will knock your socks off without breaking your bank! " Drop by anddine with your neighbors in this "gastropub". more...Mattie's House of Mirrors
1946 Market Street • Denver, CO 80202
303-297-9600
An American bistro rich in Colorado history offering a gourmet menu and an exceptional wine list served in a relaxed atmosphere. more... mapSushi Heights
2301 East Colfax Avenue • Denver, CO 80206
303-355-2777
Fine Japanese dining. Award winning sushi, tempura, teriyaki, and much more. map
Mediterranean
Palomino Euro Bistro
1515 Arapahoe Street Tower 3, Suite 150 • Denver, CO 80202
303-534-7800
Unparalleled Mediterranean menu featuring grilled seafood, steaks, rotisserie prime rib, pork loin, oven roasted garlic prawns, and braised lamb steak. more... map
Mexican & Southwestern
Casa Bonita
6715 West Colfax Avenue • Denver, CO 80214
303-232-5115
"Taste the Magic of Mexico" at this fun, family dining facility. In addition to fantastic Mexican dishes, Casa Bonita offers amazing entertainment and over 30 different attractions including cliff divers, escaping gorillas, cowboy shootouts and more. more... mapLola Coastal Mexican
1575 Boulder Street • Denver, CO 80211
Located in the Denver Highlands
720-570-8686
Named one of the Top 5 places to drink tequila in the country by Food and Wine Magazine, Lola has become one of Denver's most acclaimed dining destinations, serving cuisine inspired by Mexico's coastal regions. more...
Regional & Franchised
Hard Rock Cafe
500 16th Street, Suite 120 • Denver, CO 80202
303-623-3191
Great American food served in a fun, festive atmosphere surrounded by legendary rock 'n' roll memorabilia. more... mapRedfish Looziana Roadhouse & Seafood Kitchen
1701 Wynkoop, Suite 112 • Denver, CO 80202
at Union Station
303-595-0443
Award-winning roadhouse featuring upscale Cajun seafood and Southern specialties with live blues bands on the weekends. more... mapRio Grande Mexican Restaurant
1525 Blake Street • Denver, CO 80202
LoDo
303-623-5432
Delicious Tex-Mex specialties include charbroiled fajita steak, grilled shrimp, chicken, vegetarian options, and their famous margaritas served in a casual, fun atmosphere. Other Rio Grande Mexican Restaurants located in Fort Collins, Greely, and Boulder. more... map
Regional Cuisine
Rocky Mountain Diner
800 18th Street • Denver, CO 80202
Across from the Courthouse
303-293-8383
This 1900s Western-style diner offers duck enchiladas, buffalo meatloaf, and chicken fried steak. Also features a jukebox and serves cocktails. more... map
Sports Bars & Pubs
Seafood
Jax Fish House Denver
1539 17th Street • Denver, CO303-292-5767
Voted one of the top ten Best Restaurants in Denver by 5280 magazine and named Best Seafood Restaurant by Westword and Citysearch, Jax Fish House is one of Denver's most popular destinations for unforgettable food and drink. more...McCormick's Fish House & Bar
8100 East Union Ave • Denver, CO 80202
720-200-9339
Don't miss this historic seafood restaurant with menus printed daily featuring over 30 fresh seafood selections. Also serves great steaks, pasta, and poultry dishes. They serve brunch, lunch, and dinner and are open 7 days a week. more... mapMcCormick's Fish House & Bar
1659 Wazee Street • Denver, CO 80202
LoDo
303-825-1107
Don't miss this award-winning historic seafood restaurant which is open seven days a week. They serve brunch, lunch, and dinner. more... mapSoiled Dove, The
1949 Market Street • Denver, CO 80202
303-299-0100
Overlooking Coors Field, this rooftop grill features an eclectic menu of fresh seafood and grilled items. more... map
Vietnamese
Parallel 17
1600 East 17th Avenue • Denver, CO 80218
303-399-0988
Traditional Vietnamese cuisine and culture. Experience "family style" Vietnamese - small plate, multi course meals. Extensive wine list to pair with your meal. more...
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