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1. Oliver's Italian

4.6

Exceptional(727)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Tech Center / Greenwood Village

Booked 71 times today

Welcome to DTC & Greenwood Village’s Oliver’s Italian where we’re transforming what neighborhood dining is all about. Indulge in Oliver’s fresh, Italian-inspired dishes like our Roman-style pizza, Pinsa, flavorful pasta like Pasta Limone or Spicy Vodka, and fresh seasonal salads. Oliver’s features East & West coast oysters straight from our farm, delicious small plates & appetizers to share. Enjoy dining on our charming covered terrace, or mingle at DTC's first Negroni Bar with an array of cocktails, Italian spritzes and Italian wine. We look forward to serving you for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch (with bottomless spritzes!), or see you for Happy Hour from 2-6 PM.

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2. Benihana - Denver, CO

4.2

Awesome(4465)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Tech Center / Greenwood Village

Booked 101 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

3. Cucina Bella

4.7

Exceptional(323)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lowry

Booked 8 times today

Cucina Bella opened in the summer of 2022 and is a family-owned and operated Italian restaurant. After many years of working in Italian food restaurants, the two brothers Luis Gutierrez and Heriberto Gutierrez decided it was time to open their own, being able to provide traditional Italian (American) food and drink including pizza, Pasta, Raviolis, chicken parmesan, beer, wine, and more. With gluten-free options, we have happy hour menu Monday - Friday.If you are looking to dine in we offer 70 seats including the bar and patio. We servelunch, & dinner. Delivery is available by ubereats, doordash, and Grubhub.Cucina Bella is located in Denver, Colorado is next to the Lowry neighborhood.

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4. Chianti Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(2613)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Tech Center / Greenwood Village

Booked 19 times today

Chianti Italian Restaurant is a premium Italian restaurant in DTC (Denver Tech Center). With a small establishment focused on high quality cuisine matched with wine. Our Italian food and wine pairing options are on par with the best restaurants in Denver and the DTC area of Greenwood Village. Our Italian food menu is made to pair elite Italian food and wine to create an experience and ambiance that any guest can enjoy. We also offer delivery and take out. Book your next date night or special event with Chianti Ristorante Italiano.

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5. Banzai Sushi - Denver

4.8

Exceptional(403)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Virginia Vale

Booked 4 times today

Limited seating available on Opentable, please call restaurant at 303-329-3366 for reservation availability.An oasis of Japan in the heart of Denver, Colorado.Banzai Sushi features the highest level of Japanese cuisine crafted with a creative touch.We're the home of "100 Rolls". Select from 100 sushi combinations ranging from the usual to the outrageous. There is a sushi roll here for every taste. Or choose from our innovative lunch and dinner menus featuring fully cooked selections of fish, chicken or beef. All prepared in the time honored cooking traditions of Japan.

6. Borealis

3.9

Excellent(45)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Aurora

Booked 3 times today

Visit Borealis at the Hyatt Regency Aurora-Denver for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience with talented chefs and top-notch service. Sip on local spirits, craft brews, or select from our extensive wine list.Celebrate life, connections, and delicious food inspired by the Northern Lights. Stop by for our lively social hour daily from 3:30pm to 6pm for handcrafted beverages and local eats, perfect for any occasion. We offer complimentary parking for up to two hours to all our guests dining at Borealis.

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7. Le French DTC Belleview Station

4.7

Exceptional(2024)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Tech Center / Greenwood Village

Booked 31 times today

Le French is a gourmet, casual-chic French bakeryand bistro located in Denver’s bourgeoning Belleview Station. Le French specializes in high-end pastries and elevated modern Parisian cuisine with global influences, a nod to the sisters’ heritage. Rougui – an award-winning and internationally-recognized chef – helms the restaurant’s kitchen as executive chef. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner every Tuesday through Sunday, Le French also offers an afternoon “Delightful Hour,” featuring carted tea service and small plates; a nightly dessert bar experience with after-dinner wines and classic French cocktails; and weekend brunch. The welcoming space features indoor and patio dining; a grab-and-go case with freshly made salads, sandwiches and pastries; and a carry-out counter. Le French is located at 4901 S. Newport St. in the DenverTech Center. For more information, visit lefrenchdenver.com.

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8. Le Bilboquet - Denver

4.6

Exceptional(2052)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Cherry Creek

Booked 30 times today

Le Bilboquet, bringing a premier French restaurant experience to Denver and Cherry Creek North.This bistro is modeled after the Upper East Side original — a dining room dressed in white linens, with velvet seats, dark wood, and brass finishes. The Denver menu will include traditional and modern French fare, as well as the house special: Cajun Chicken.Le Bilboquet is a 6,000-square-foot location at 3rd and Saint Paul has a premier 70 seat patio, a beautiful lounge, a 40 person seated private dining room, a 14 person seated private dining room and a main dining room that can seat up to 100 guests.Reservations over 6 guests in the dining room please inquire at Reservations@lebilboquetdenver.com

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9. Ya Yas Euro Bistro - Denver

4.6

Exceptional(5467)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Tech Center / Greenwood Village

Booked 52 times today

Ya Ya's not only caters to the casual diner but also includes room for business meetings and special occasions. Our menu changes daily to ensure the freshest seafood, best quality steaks and chops, and most exquisite entrees. With an award winning wine list and beautiful patio overlooking the park and water with fountains, Ya Ya's is the perfect place for all occasions.

10. Le French 9&CO

4.4

Awesome(438)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Denver

Booked 19 times today

Le French is a gourmet, casual-chic French bistro specializing in modern Parisian cuisine with global influences, a nod to co-founders and sisters Ami and Rougui Dia’s heritage. Embracing the storied history of France and Senegal’s centuries-old relationship, Le French offers beautiful mini pastries, baked from scratch in-house, timeless French dishes, and culinary celebrations of Senegalese tradition in an intimate, sophisticated environment. The family-owned and operated restaurant serves dinner nightly, lunch on weekdays and brunch service Saturday and Sunday. A thoughtful cocktail program is complemented by an extensive wine list. Le French serves Colorado guests in multiple locations, with restaurants in the Denver Tech Center’s Belleview Station and in east Denver’s 9+CO. Visit lefrenchdenver.com.

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Jonathan
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Came here for the first time for my anniversary and had a amazing experience the food was delicious and the service was great. I definitely will come back many times and would recommend to others. The price was also perfect in my opinion. im a very happy customer.
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Chianti RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Tech Center / Greenwood Village
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4.8
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MichaelVIP
Denver / Colorado •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Tremendous service and food quality! You MUST get the A5 Tokyo Broil, it is the read deal!
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Benihana - Denver, COPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Tech Center / Greenwood Village
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4.2
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SuzyVIP
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Amazing food, and the staff is so friendly and wonderful.
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Oliver's ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Tech Center / Greenwood Village
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4.6
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Amber
Denver / Colorado •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Banzai is hands down the best sushi restaurant in Denver—nothing else even comes close. The fish is always incredibly fresh, and the menu has something for everyone: hand rolls, traditional sushi, poke, and great vegetarian options. We’ve tried nearly 50 sushi spots across Northern Colorado, and everything else feels mediocre in comparison. The service is consistently kind, engaging, and genuinely friendly. Banzai is our go-to, and we can’t recommend it enough!
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Banzai Sushi - DenverPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Virginia Vale
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4.8
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Ginny
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 4, 2025
It was my first time at Cucina Bella. The food was great and the service was attentive and helpful in making suggestions. It was a birthday celebration and we will go back.
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Cucina BellaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Lowry
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4.7

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