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Sushi Den
Price: Very Expensive•Japanese•4.9(1,748)Platt Park - 2
Linger
Price: Expensive•Global, International•4.6(7,814)Highlands - 3
North Italia – Denver
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(4,536)Cherry Creek - 4
Le Colonial - Denver
Price: Expensive•Vietnamese•4.7(449)Cherry Creek - 5
Guard & Grace - Denver
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(6,675)Downtown / LoDo
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Alma Fonda Fina
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Mexican•4.9(535)LoHi - 2
STK – Denver
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.3(4,124)Downtown / LoDo - 3
The Wolf's Tailor
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(189)Sunnyside - 4
Kizaki
Price: Very Expensive•Sushi•5(61)Platt Park - 5
Ship Rock Grille
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(278)Morrison
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Tamayo Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Mexican•4.6(4,462)Downtown / LoDo - 2
ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown
Price: Expensive•Asian•4.6(5,247)Downtown / LoDo - 3
Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(4,626)Downtown / LoDo - 4
Barolo Grill
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.8(4,025)Cherry Creek - 5
Osteria Marco
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(5,084)Downtown / LoDo
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Mizuna
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(2,467)Beautiful little Mizuna is consistently rated among the best restaurants in the country. A neighborhood eatery firmly rooted in French cooking techniques, Mizuna aims to marry tight, professional service with culinary mastery. With a menu that changes monthly to reflect the bounty of each season (on land and by sea), Mizuna is the flagship restaurant to Bonanno Concepts, Frank Bonanno’s chef driven restaurant family, dedicated to satisfying meals, outstanding service, education, and community.Q House
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Asian•4.8(714)* We are taking reservations for the dining room.
* Outdoor tables are available weather permitting.
* We do not have an enclosed patio with heaters, so plan according to the current weather forecast. We likely will NOT be able to move your party inside due to inclement weather.
* Parties of up to 5 will be given 1.5 hours from the time of reservation, parties of 6-8 will be allotted 2 hours. If your party is late, it will cut into your overall time.
* Due to limited space, please account for any children in your party.
* We hold tables for up to 15 minutes. If you are going to be more than 15 minutes late, please contact the restaurant.
The Ponti at the Denver Art Museum
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.7(897)The Ponti presents a locally sourced and inspired menu, emphasizing vegetables, ancient grains, and heirloom legumes, complemented by handmade pastas, fish, and meat. Open for lunch, drinks, and small bites every day and dinner on Tuesdays!Bang Up To The Elephant
Price: Moderate•Vegetarian / Vegan•4.5(274)Bang Up to the Elephant blends the intimacy of indoor dining with the natural enchantment of the outdoors, providing a sultry space for escape and rejuvenation. The restaurant’s namesake, a Victorian-era phrase for 'properly done,' is reflected in every detail, from its spirited atmosphere to its thoughtfully prepared dishes, creating one of the more unique dining experiences in Denver.
Prioritizing the well-being of our life-sustaining oceans and land, the restaurant serves 100% plant-based dishes that are considerately crafted. Bang Up to the Elephant’s lush ambiance embodies our passion for focused and always-evolving menus that are globally inspired. With adventurous spices and heat, our ingredients are always vegan, fresh-from-scratch, and carefully sourced.
Amidst the tree–lined heart of our historically artistic Capitol Hill neighborhood, the restaurant hosts local art and entertainers through ongoing events – a must-visit for Denver's socially vibrant dining and arts scene.
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- DDavidLas Vegas •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoOur waiter, John, was superb with his recommendations and service.More infoGuard & Grace - DenverPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / LoDo•4.9
- AAshleyDenver / Colorado •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoThis was a wonderful night!!! I will be coming again!More infoMizunaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Central•4.9
- JJennyVIPChicago / Illinois •8 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoI adore Luca. The staff is wonderful and go out of their way to make your experience great. The food is divine. Fresh ingredients, simple, excellently executed.More infoLucaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Central•4.7
- JJoanDenver / Colorado •8 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoLovely restaurant and excellent, friendly service. The menu is diverse with several small places (not so small), large plates and salads. I had one of the tofu (vegetarian) dishes, which was good. Companions had salad and small plates that they were very happy with.More infoLe Colonial - DenverPrice: Expensive• Vietnamese• Cherry Creek•4.7
- KKimVIPDenver / Colorado •47 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoWe were celebrating our 39th anniversary and they made it special. They had rose petals on our table and gave us a special dessert. We had the patio to ourselves. The food and the service were wonderful!More infoOdyssey Italian Restaurant & Wine BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Central•4.5
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Discover Central
The cultural upswing of central Denver, Colorado, couldn't be more evident than in its variety of great restaurants. You'll find a mix of pub, seafood, classic, international, and fusion dishes at every turn. From breweries to cutting-edge Asian cuisine, few places are seeing the American food revolution like central Denver. Take a stroll to some street tacos or drive down 14th Street to try gourmet pub food or dine at an upscale steakhouse. Home-style diners and cozy Italian restaurants are just around the corner from nearly every rail station if you're craving comfort food. When an authentic deli is in walking distance of a beloved eatery serving smothered breakfast burritos, you know you won’t stay hungry. Whether you keep it light with wood-fired eggplant risotto or indulge in chicken and waffles, central Denver has you covered for every meal.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Central Denver include Bang Up To The Elephant, the plimoth and The Ponti at the Denver Art Museum
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Central Denver are Luca, Bang Up To The Elephant and Mizuna
Bottomless brunch in Central Denver is available at The Ponti at the Denver Art Museum, Luca and Mizuna
The most romantic restaurant in Central Denver is Mizuna
Restaurants in Central Denver with a great view include Luca, Buckhorn Exchange and The Ponti at the Denver Art Museum