Best Casual Restaurants in Thornton

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1. Kachina Southwestern Grill

4.0

Excellent(1356)

Price: Moderate

• Southwest • Westminster

Booked 6 times today

Kachina Southwestern Grill, a modern Southwestern restaurant and bar where the menu takes guests on a culinary journey across the Southwest. Our inspiration is found in the Four Corners region of Southwest America. Guests are welcomed to a native-inspired space that is a modern interpretation of the airy and relaxing textures of the Southwest. Southwestern ingredients bring a whole new layer of spice and originality to our menu. Continue your journey with a smoky margarita or other selection from our thoughtful wine list, local and regional craft brews, inspired cocktails and agua frescas, or the impressive collection of artisan agave spirits. Taste what happens when the open road is roamed alongside authentically prepared Southwestern food, fresh margaritas and sipping tequila, and, of course, great friends

2. Elevated Q

4.2

Awesome(144)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Westminster

Booked 2 times today

At Elevated Q, we're connoisseurs of modern barbecue. Our barbecue restaurant in Westminster, CO, puts a new spin on old-school barbecue basics like ribs and brisket! We add fresh, mouthwatering taste to our dishes by choosing quality meats and locally-sourced ingredients, then our chefs work culinary magic to draw out the best in every dish. Enjoy burnt ends, pulled pork, mac and cheese, ribs, and more. Come visit our restaurant to try our innovative new flavors and enjoy our lively, warm atmosphere. Here you can always catch a friend, watch the latest game, or enjoy our happy hour! There's always something going on at our restaurant. Visit us today!

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3. Go Fish Sushi - Broomfield

4.6

Exceptional(48)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Westminster

CAPTIVATING DENVER'S SUSHI PALATE SINCE 2015—Go Fish Sushi fits right in amongst the trendy shopping, eating, and drinking destinations on 136th Ave. – packed with personality and local flavors, this restaurant has been a favorite of locals for over a decade. Here you can grab a beautifully prepared Japanese meal, a drink at the bar that serves a variety of wines, local beers, custom cocktails, and imported sakes. Relax for dinner or drinks as you experience the fresh & beautifully decorated sushi. Independently owned and operated, Go Fish Sushi continues to deliver Sushi with an attitude. If you love Go Fish Sushi located on South Broadway, then you will love the Broomfield location that opened in early 2015. Located in a quiet suburban neighborhood, Go Fish Broomfield brings a casual fine dining experience. This beautiful restaurant offers the same menu, but also has the time to offer more unique weekly appetizer specials with a different range of sushi/sashimi.

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4. Cottonwood Lodge at Hyland Hills

4.0

Excellent(9)

Price: Moderate

• American • Westminster

Booked 3 times today

Our warm and inviting restaurant offers a taste of the finest cuisine, prepared with love and care. From classic comfort foods like juicy burgers and crispy fried chicken to regional specialties, we take you on a culinary journey.Cottonwood Lodge also boasts a full-service bar stocked with an impressive array of craft beers, signature cocktails, and fine wines, ensuring your dining experience is nothing short of extraordinary.Located on the Greg Mastriona Golf Course, Cottonwood Lodge is a great space to entertain large groups or have a few drinks while watching a game. Chef Gerard has many accolades to his name and Cottonwood Lodge was recently written about in the Mile High Sports Golf Magazine for its excellent food.

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5. Dave & Buster's - Westminster

3.9

Excellent(97)

Price: Moderate

• American • Westminster

Booked 9 times today

Each Dave & Buster’s has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we’ve got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we’re stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

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6. Red Lobster - Northglenn

4.1

Excellent(25)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Thornton

Booked 1 time today

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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7. Acreage by Stem Ciders

4.3

Awesome(1548)

Price: Expensive

• American • Lafayette

Booked 27 times today

Acreage, the first culinary venture from Stem Ciders, is a collaboration by Stem and Colorado Farmers, bringing you the freshest ingredients on the front range. Born from an inspiring landscape and dynamic team, Acreage brings the urban cider house experience found in Stem's RiNo restaurant and taproom, to the countryside with elevated dishes and views that are healthy for your soul. Acreage is located about 5 minutes from downtown Lafayette with the best view in Colorado, with a huge outdoor space for all ages to enjoy. Playground, hammocks, mountain views and lots of Cider! **Please review the descriptions for the different Seating Areas on our website before making a reservation**If you are looking at an experience, and it's unavailable, it's likely that time is booked, try another time or give us a call! www.acreageco.com

8. Magna Kainan

4.7

Exceptional(35)

Price: Expensive

• Filipino • River North (Denver)

Booked 46 times today

Magna Kainan is the passion project of Chef Carlo Lamagna, Food & Wine’s 2021 Best New Chef and 2022 James Beard finalist and Chef Max Mackissock (Michelin recommended A5 Steakhouse and Michelin Bib Gourmand awarded Ash’Kara). Kainan, which means “eatery” in Tagalog, will be a refined, woodfired approach to Filipino comfort food.. At Magna Kainan, just like our sister restaurant in Portland, Oregon, Magna Kusina, our mission is to share the vibrant flavors and rich traditions of Filipino cuisine and culture through a contemporary lens. Whether you’re new to our culinary heritage or a longtime fan, we aim to create an experience that resonates deeply and sparks joy and connection.We believe in the power of food to bring people together. Our doors are open to everyone, and we look forward to creating a space where great meals, creative cocktails and a warm, welcoming ambiance unite us all. As we say in our family, “Mangan tayon!”—Let’s Eat!

9. Bacon Social House - Sunnyside

4.7

Exceptional(1090)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Sunnyside

Booked 20 times today

At Bacon Social House, breaking bread means building bonds over a shared love of brunch. Not to be confused with your average mom-and-pop pancake joint, Bacon rejects the expected to create an unforgettable food experience. Inspired by amped-up takes on American classics, our bacon-forward menu brings decadent flavors that satisfy and surprise. From our signature bacon flight to our churro French toast to piled-high Bloody Marys, there is something on our menu for everyone and every occasion.Join us at Bacon Sunnyside, our flagship location, to start your day off right! Situated in Cobbler’s Corner, this two-floor, mid-century-modern space is a hidden gem in Denver’s Sunnyside neighborhood.

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10. Bucatino Trattoria Romana

4.5

Awesome(154)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lafayette

Booked 13 times today

Welcome to Bucatino Trattoria Romana, We are an authentic Roman Italian restaurant with homemade mozzarellas, homemade pasta, desserts and more. Our specialty is homemade tick hollow pasta in four different recipes. With a beautiful roman decor, rustic, casual but modern ambiance plus a large bar, spacious dining room, plus a private room up to 50 people for large parties, a wonderful patio for dining al fresco, plenty of parking that will make your experience very pleasant and authentic. Looking forward to to cooking you an incredible authentic roman Italian meal. Buon appetito! Chef Marco Monnanni & staff.

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Lenny
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 28, 2024
Even what some people say I really think they put so much love to the thanksgiving dinner that I left thankful of people not being with their family for thanksgiving , thankful for all the love in the menu, maybe not your favorite taste but they thought a lot about the menu and. They hope you enjoyed it! Made it with the beta intención for you to like it! Sometimes we don’t know how much effort people and all staff have put together to make us feel in family! Make us feel taking care of! And for us that means a lot ! No one is perfect and no one does things right! Everyone have bumps here and there! We have to be grateful that there’s someone taking great care of us even if it’s not our very best taste !
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Kachina Southwestern GrillPrice: Moderate• Southwest• Westminster
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BRIAN
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined on Oct 21, 2024
The burnt ends were absolutely amazing. Well seasoned, expertly cooked, I'm glad I was able to get some as they have been sold out previous times. Also, the drinks were fantastic. Especially the smoked old fashioned. We had a great time and the staff was excellent, friendly and overall just wonderful.
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Elevated QPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Westminster
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4.2
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Kimberly
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 21, 2024
The food is always good and the servers are so nice! Highly recommend
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Go Fish Sushi - BroomfieldPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Westminster
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4.6
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JessicaL
Denver / Colorado •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 15, 2024
Perfect place for my son 's 14th birthday party! He and his friends loved it!! Dave and Busters and our server were so accommodating!!! We had a cake and forgot the knife so our server lended us one from the kitchen xoxo
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Dave & Buster's - WestminsterPrice: Moderate• American• Westminster
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3.9
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Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 9, 2024
The food was amazing. The waitress and bartender were very rude. The host was wonderful. Ayden was his name he made sure we always had beverages, clean silverware and asked if we were doing ok. He was very mature, kind and respectable! Ayden will be the reason we return.
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Cottonwood Lodge at Hyland HillsPrice: Moderate• American• Westminster
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31 restaurants available nearby

1. Kachina Southwestern Grill

2. Elevated Q

3. Go Fish Sushi - Broomfield

4. Cottonwood Lodge at Hyland Hills

5. Dave & Buster's - Westminster

6. Red Lobster - Northglenn

7. Acreage by Stem Ciders

8. Magna Kainan

9. Bacon Social House - Sunnyside

10. Bucatino Trattoria Romana

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