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The Family Jones Spirit House
Diners’ top pick
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$$$$
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Distillery
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5
(395)
The Family Jones Spirit House is a distillery and tasting room featuring crafted spirits and bites. It emphasizes the relationship between distiller, chef, bartender and guest, with a focus on hospitality that makes it a gathering place where all feel at home. Nestled in the space at 3245 Osage St., The Family Jones Distillery occupies the former Mancinellis Market building two doors from Root Down. Designed and built by tres birds workshop, the space pairs industrial elements with rich wood details. The roof was lifted to add a second-floor mezzanine where distillery operations are now perched above a sunken, curvilinear, concrete bar. Guests enter the space through a large, square, wooden door made from reclaimed, on-site materials. Inside, they are met with low-slung seating, deep blue booths and soft lighting. Two-story wooden louvers flank the Osage Street glass facade, offering passive temperature and lighting control, while drawing attention to the well-lit copper still.
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El Jefe
$$$$
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Mexican
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4.8
(598)
Our menu is inspired by the Mexican regions of Yucatán, Oaxaca, and Veracruz. We strive to respect the influences and traditions of these diverse cultures to bring you food that is uniquely El Jefe.
We believe in doing things the right way. Not because it’s trendy or cool, but because it’s right. We change our menu with the grow season, supporting our neighbors and the terroir of Colorado. We are not your average Mexican joint, rather a reflection of our environment and beliefs.
We hand make our tortillas every day. All of our pork comes from one whole hog. Our chefs breakdown the whole animal, for chorizo, appetizers, stocks, soups, and entrees. Nothing is wasted. We do this out of respect for the animal and for the people who raised them for us. Anything we can produce in our kitchen is done by us, with love. No frills, just good food.
We do an amazing brunch on the weekends, and by default or menu is nearly 100% gluten free.
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Spuntino
$$$$
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Italian
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4.8
(1645)
If you are booking an earlier reservation (up to 7:15pm) please be mindful of our need to reseat your table with later reservations. If you would like to dine for longer than the time listed for your party size when you book, please either take a later reservation or you are more the welcome to call us to chat about options.
If you are unable to find the reservation you are looking for, don't hesitate to call us directly! If we are fully booked, you are always welcome to call ahead (5-10 minutes out) for any available seats to dine at our bar or last-minute openings.
If you are running late or if your reservation plans change at all, please call. We can only hold your table for up to 10 minutes without hearing from you.
We are a small restaurant full of lovely, dedicated people and communicating with us candidly is always the best way. We look very much forward to your visit!
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El Five
Top-rated food
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$$$$
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Mediterranean
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4.8
(3454)
Hello!
El Five and the Edible Beats Family (Root Down, Linger, Ophelias, Vital Root and El Five) are very grateful to welcome you into our restaurant.
Located on the fifth floor at 2930 Umatilla, El Five boasts spectacular, unobstructed city views of the Denver skyline, with an unrivaled sunset mountain vista overlooking the Highlands. The large open-air patio sits high above its big sister, Edible Beat’s concept Linger, and the vibrant Lower Highlands neighborhood below.
Drawing inspiration from the rich, diverse, export culture of the Mediterranean Sea, and its gateway, the Strait of Gibraltar, El Five is a melting pot of all the Mediterranean regions, creating dishes without a home country that taste like favorites from each one: Tapas De Gibraltar.
We look forward to seeing you!
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Wildflower - Denver
$$$$
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Contemporary American
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4.8
(732)
Highlighting locally sourced ingredients and seasonal fare, Wildflower celebrates the Western landscape, with a veg-forward, shared plates style offering with Italian & Mexican influences.
Due to the limited size of our space we kindly ask our guests making reservations to join us for our dining experience.
Our bar is available on a first-come-first-seated basis.
Reservations made for drinks only are not permitted unless approved by management.
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Williams & Graham
$$$$
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American
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4.8
(721)
Williams & Graham is a craft cocktail bar hidden behind a bookshelf, offering a rich ambiance, wide variety of drinks, delicious food, and genuine hospitality.
We take reservations Sunday through Thursday with walk-in availability. Friday & Saturday are walk-in basis only! Due to limited capacity and high demand, all reservations made on Sundays through Thursdays will have a set maximum time of 2 hours to enjoy food and drink. Thank you for your understanding and consistent support!
This is a 21 and up environment, we apologize for the inconvenience but we will not be able to permit anyone under age.
We look forward to sharing a drink with you soon!
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Vin Rouge Wine Bar & Tasting Room
Top-rated hospitality
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$$$$
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Wine Bar
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4.9
(136)
Welcome to Vin Rouge Wine Bar & Tasting Room in the historic Berkeley neighborhood in West Denver!
We specialize in boutique natural wines from around the globe, local craft beers, and must-have light fare staples like cheese, charcuterie, and local desserts in the comfort of our cozy neighborhood bar.
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The Fifth String
$$$$
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Farm-to-table
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4.7
(776)
The 5th String is Chef Amos Watts' neighborhood eatery located in the LO HI area of Denver, Colorado. A fun vibrant atmosphere featuring the main dining room, bar room, and patio area.
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Duo Restaurant
$$$$
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Contemporary American
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4.6
(3438)
Duo Restaurant is a treasure for those seeking a special dining experience tucked in Denver’s hippest neighborhood, Highland. Duo offers a relaxed and unassuming environment attracting diners who might wish to linger over a cup of coffee, a glass of wine at the bar, or to enjoy a hearty meal.
The stylish neighborhood restaurant is elegant and exciting. It’s the kind of place you want to show off to those who think they know where all the hot spots are in the city!
Duo Restaurant offers a seasonal changing menu with the freshest ingredients available from our local farms. Choose from a selection of appetizers or entrees that will satisfy the biggest meat eaters or the most discerning vegetarians.
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Linger
Great vibe
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$$$$
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Unspecified
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4.7
(6930)
Housed in a former mortuary, the decor layers macabre remnants with posh details in a window-flanked space overlooking the charming Lower Highland neighborhood. The drink menu features sips and seasonings as savory as the dishes with which they're paired. While the rooftop patio-outfitted with 1975 GMC RV as bar and repurposed food truck as kitchen- beckons patrons towards adventure.
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Acova
$$$$
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Comfort Food
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4.6
(1635)
Acova is writing the next chapter of one of Denver’s great neighborhoods. An iconic locale in a historic district, Acova builds on the rich story of “The Northside” (now known as LoHi) by breathing new life into an address with soul. Even its name pays homage to its South Broadway sibling restaurant The Hornet, while tipping a cap to its storied Italian predecessor Patsy’s. The place you bring friends and family from out of town to show them what Denver’s all about. The place you go for that after work cocktail, or your go to date spot, whether it’s your first or 50th date. The place you get the group together on a Saturday night, and where you recover together on a Sunday morning. Acova is the next Highlands institution, bearing vintage flair and contemporary charm that threads the past into the future. Acova brings you back time and again because you are part of this story now, and Acova is part of yours.
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Mizu Izakaya and Sushi
Great budget-friendly spot
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$$$$
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Japanese
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4.8
(578)
2017 Top of the Town, "Best Japanese Restaurant in Denver"
Dipped in the Japanese arts and architecture, the Mizu Izakaya and Sushi restaurant offers an authentic experience of Japanese culture. The restaurant offers contemporary Japanese dining and a comfortable, young and hip atmosphere. The food is served hot and its assortment of dishes are popular among the locals and are nicely complimented by innovative drinks.
Mizu Izakaya and Sushi restaurant, despite being a Sushi place, has a diverse menu and it offers a variety of Japanese dishes. Some of the dishes include King Mushroom Carpaccio, Grilled Whole Squid, Grilled Lamb Chop and Brussels Sprouts. These are some of the favorite dishes for diners at the Mizu Izakaya and Sushi, a place that diners prefer for the quality of their food.
For parties of 6 or more, please call us at 720-372-7100 for a reservation!

See what locals rave about in Highlands

From verified diners like you
From verified diners like you
  • EricK
    Denver / Colorado •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Enjoyed our visit. Fun atmosphere and food. Very friendly service. We’d love to return
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    Mizu Izakaya and Sushi$$$$• Japanese• Highlands
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    4.8
  • DiningDougvip
    Denver / Colorado •125 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Very nice evening with friends. Great creative and flavorful cocktails to start. Some hush puppies to start. They were delicious served with a chutney type jam that was delicious. We had the pork chop, bison hanger steak and 2 orders of the lamb meatballs. Everything was cooked to the perfect temperature. The bison steak was outstanding as was the pork chop. The lamb meatballs were dense, but delicious! All in all a very nice meal.
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    Duo Restaurant$$$$• Contemporary American• Highlands
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    4.6
  • ChristyM
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    This restaurant is phenomenal! From the completely personalized service to the appetizers (the sweet and sour mushrooms are to die for), the cocktails (create your own negroni) and the main courses (everything we tried was delicious and perfectly cooked), everything was top-notch! It's a little spendy but honestly we enjoyed everything and will be back.
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    The Fifth String$$$$• Farm-to-table• Highlands
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    4.7
  • OpenTable Diner
    Denver / Colorado •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 2, 2023
    Went for our anniversary. The drinks were phenomenal and the service was spectacular. Got a flatbread and the Royals with cheese (cheeseburger). Definitely a must do in Denver.
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    Williams & Graham$$$$• American• Highlands
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    4.8
  • Honuvip
    Denver / Colorado •155 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Jan 2, 2023
    We both ordered the chicken sandwiches - one Fried Chicken BLT with Ranch and the other Fried Chicken Sandy with pickled pepper relish and dijonnaise. Both sandwiches were perfectly cooked and served with cole slaw. Everything was great except for the noise level. We were seated next to a very LOUD group - they certainly didn't know what using their INSIDE VOICE meant.
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    The Post Chicken & Beer - LoHi$$$$• undefined• LoHi
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    4.3

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Resting at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Denver's Highlands neighborhood offers a scenic retreat in the middle of this contemporary city. The Highlands pulls its culinary inspiration from all over the world with everything from Japanese delights to Mexican-fusion restaurants available. Even more traditional American restaurants are constantly drawing fresh talent to give you the newest spin on your favorite classics. The Highlands is also a paradise for pastry lovers with bakeries sprinkling the area. Even unlikely combinations like French-Vietnamese food have found a home here, and diners can indulge in a French baguette stuffed with tangy marinated veggies and roasted pork belly. For a mecca of unique tastes in the shadow of the panoramic Rockies, Denver's Highlands neighborhood offers flavors from across the globe.

Frequently asked questions

The best reviewed restaurant in Highlands is The Family Jones Spirit House

The best vegan restaurants in Highlands are Linger, Root Down and Babes Tea Room

The best vegetarian restaurants in Highlands are Linger, El Five and Root Down

The restaurants with the best service in Highlands are Vin Rouge Wine Bar & Tasting Room, The Family Jones Spirit House and Wildflower - Denver

The restaurants with the best ambiance in Highlands are The Family Jones Spirit House, Wildflower - Denver and Williams & Graham

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