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4.9
Exceptional(1598)
$$$$
• Contemporary Mexican • LoHi
Booked 99 times today
Chef Curiel makes his solo restaurant debut with Alma Fonda Fina, a restaurant dedicated to sharing the integrity, tradition and culturally rich experiences that defined his culinary journey and create a transportive dining experience that embodies the beauty of Mexico. As Chef Curiel continues to push the boundaries of taste and tradition, he pays homage to his roots and uses food as a way to showcase his cultural pride.
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4.7
Exceptional(1610)
$$$$
• Italian • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 161 times today
Tavernetta brings Authentic Italian, Genuine Hospitality to Denver’s Union Station neighborhood, inspired by the food, wine, and culture of Italy. Led by Executive Chef Cody Cheetham, the menu features fresh handmade pastas and beloved signatures like Burrata with Pesto Trapanese, Rigatoni with Lamb Ragu, and classic Tiramisu.The Italian-focused wine list and thoughtful spirits program reflect the restaurant’s deep commitment to regional traditions. Tavernetta has been recognized by the Michelin Guide (Bib Gourmand), the James Beard Foundation, the World’s 50 Best Discovery List, and Wine Spectator.The dining room blends sleek, minimalist design with vintage Slim Aarons portraits and warm handcrafted details, creating a relaxed yet refined atmosphere. Guests can also enjoy the lively train-platform patio just steps from Union Station.Tavernetta offers a transportive Italian experience rooted in comfort, craft, and genuine hospitality.
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5.0
Exceptional(893)
$$$$
• Contemporary Mexican • LoHi
Booked 62 times today
Chef Johnny Curiel debuts Mezcaleria Alma in Denver’s LoHi neighborhood, bringing the dynamic spirit of Mexico City to life with CDMX-inspired small plates and an expansive Mexican spirits menu. Located beside Curiel’s first solo restaurant, Alma Fonda Fina, Mezcaleria Alma marks the natural next chapter in Curiel’s culinary journey to share the beauty of Mexico through food. Each dish and drink draws from Curiel’s experiences in one of the world’s most renowned culinary capitals—a city where culture and tradition merge with global inspiration and constant innovation. While Alma Fonda Fina is a love letter to the home-cooked traditions of Chef Curiel’s childhood—the comfort food found at traditional fondas across Mexico—Mezcaleria Alma embodies the unbridled innovation that defines CDMX.
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4.7
Exceptional(4960)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Highlands
Booked 109 times today
Nestled high above LoHi on the fifth floor of 2930 Umatilla, El Five boasts spectacular, unobstructed views of the downtown Denver skyline. The menu is an homage to the Mediterranean and features small plates built on bold flavors found throughout the region: Spain, North Africa, the Middle East. Inside, the space is understated and sensual, flanked by a large, open-air patio for sun-kissed Colorado nights. As the newest restaurant in the Edible Beats family, El Five celebrates the confluence of flavors, ideas and geographies made possible by a subtle shift in perspective. Please join us for Happy Hour 7 nights a week from 4-5:30pm.
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4.8
Exceptional(7812)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 192 times today
Chef Troy Guard’s largest and most exciting concept, Guard and Grace, is a 9,000 square ft. modern American steakhouse located at 1801 California Street in downtown Denver. The sophisticated new space offers private dining areas, one of Denvers largest patios, an expansive raw bar, a wood burning oven and open kitchen.
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4.7
Exceptional(7983)
$$$$
• Global, International • Highlands
Booked 77 times today
Housed in a former mortuary, the decor layers macabre remnants with posh details in a window-flanked space overlooking the charming Lower Highland neighborhood. The drink menu features sips and seasonings as savory as the dishes with which they're paired. While the rooftop patio-outfitted with 1975 GMC RV as bar and repurposed food truck as kitchen- beckons patrons towards adventure.
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4.7
Exceptional(1310)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Highlands
Booked 50 times today
Ash’Kara explores the continuous evolution of Mediterranean cuisine, with ingredients and flavors from Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. Lunch 11:00am-2:00pm Daily, Happy Hour Menus available 3:00pm-5:00pm,Dinner Menu available 5:00pm, nightly
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4.7
Exceptional(111)
$$$$
• Breakfast • Highlands
Booked 41 times today
Now open! Breakfast. Lunch. Coffee. Cocktails.Our newest location in West Highland! We're an all day neighborhood brunch spot offering coffee, fun craft cocktails & a seasonal menu with morning staples. Don't miss the Paperboy pancake, Texas hash, or chicken & biscuit. Make mornings better with brunch 7 days a week.
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4.8
Exceptional(10892)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 66 times today
Chef Jennifer Jasinski's creatively inspired food is influenced by local seasonal products. Rioja is simple, pure food that emphasizes bright flavors and textures. The wines are a collection of fun interesting varietals that complement the cuisine.
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4.6
Exceptional(118)
$$$$
• Chinese • LoHi
Booked 45 times today
Blossom by SYC is an upscale, elevated dining Chinese restaurant located in Denver's Lower Highland (LoHi) neighborhood. We offer signature dishes and cocktails from China with a specialization in Dim Sum.

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  • Chacha
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    Absolutely perfect! ❤️ The food was a 10/10, the atmosphere was beautiful, and the service was excellent. I highly recommend it! Definitely worth the experience.
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    Tavernetta Denver$$$$• Italian• Downtown / LoDo
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    4.7
  • Lindsey
    Denver / Colorado •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Our meal was incredible! The staff here are friendly and knowledgeable. Can’t wait to go back!
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    Alma Fonda Fina$$$$• Contemporary Mexican• LoHi
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    4.9
  • John
    Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Every course was exceptional. The cocktails were perfect and paired well with the food. Professional yet unpretentious service. I want to go back and try everything!
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    Mezcaleria Alma$$$$• Contemporary Mexican• LoHi
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    5
  • ElizabethGold
    Denver / Colorado •109 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    5 stars! You are always greeted with friendly faces the moment you walk in the door. We sat in a high top table in the bar - a great energetic atmosphere. Alex helped us out and went above and beyond so we could have a great dining experience! Food, martinis, and wine were excellent as always. The seafood and martini happy hour item was delicious! We will keep coming back every week!
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    Guard & Grace - Denver$$$$• Steakhouse• Downtown / LoDo
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    4.8
  • Montreal
    Miami - Dade •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    My first time dining at El Five was absolutely amazing! From the beautiful views and stunning bar to the welcoming hosts and attentive staff, the entire experience was exceptional. A special shoutout to our server, Taylor, because he truly deserves his flowers, cookies, and cakes! The menu is unique and exciting, but Taylor’s knowledge of every dish made ordering so seamless, especially for someone experiencing this style of cuisine for the first time. Almost everything we ordered was based on his recommendations, and he did not disappoint! The appetizers are an absolute must-try, and everything tasted incredibly fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully paired. The cocktails were another highlight. I love a creative cocktail that actually tastes as good as it looks, and El Five delivered! If you’re looking to step outside the usual Denver dining scene and enjoy something different, upscale, and memorable, I highly recommend El Five. The food, atmosphere, service, and overall experience were wonderful. I genuinely enjoyed every moment and will absolutely be returning!
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    El Five$$$$• Mediterranean• Highlands
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    4.7

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