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1. BRUTØ
4.7
Exceptional(106)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 19 times today
The heart of BRUTØ lies in our hearth, a live fire sustained by oak wood and manned by our chefs from open to close each and every day. You’ll find that our menu is centered around brutalist ideas, curated thoughtfully and carefully in a way that encourages little to no waste between our tasting counter and our bar program. Our efforts in sustainable practices are showcased through our vast fermentation program and our commitment to locality by way of partnerships with our local farmers and ranchers. BRUTØ's intimate setting offers the opportunity to witness each and every step in the culinary process up close.BRUTØ is located inside of Free Market on the Dairy Block of downtown Denver. The dining room consists of an intimate chef's counter that faces into our open kitchen. Make a reservation to join us for our Chef's Tasting Menu Tuesday-Sunday evenings.
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2. Stellar Jay
4.6
Exceptional(250)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Denver
Booked 42 times today
Stellar Jay offers a vibrant rooftop dining experience featuring live-fire cooking with shared plates amidst Colorado’s urban and mountain vistas in Downton Civic Center, Denver. The nature-based menu honors ingredients cooked over the open flame and inspired by seasonal harvests.
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3. North Italia – Denver
4.8
Exceptional(4511)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Cherry Creek
Booked 93 times today
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.
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4. Root Down
4.8
Exceptional(8221)
Price: Expensive
• American • Highlands
Booked 68 times today
Hello!Root Down and the Edible Beats Family (Root Down, Linger, Vital Root & El Five) are very grateful to welcome you to our restaurant.Our menu features eclectic, globally-influenced seasonal cuisine, with a focus on organic, natural and locally-sourced ingredients. Our interior dining space has the classic vibe of a neighborhood restaurant, while our large main patio offers picturesque views of the near neighborhood and downtown skyline.Reservations are available online at ediblebeats.com, as well as OpenTable. We happily accept walk-ins as availability allows.Our space is available for private events year round, please inquire with us directly for information.Please be aware we are located in a residential area, and parking is available in the near neighborhood, along with a small paid-lot located directly across the street from our location.We look forward to seeing you!
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5. Linger
4.7
Exceptional(7801)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Highlands
Booked 111 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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6. Le Bilboquet - Denver
4.7
Exceptional(2055)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Cherry Creek
Booked 37 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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7. Ship Tavern
4.4
Awesome(2294)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 12 times today
Thank you for choosing to dine with us at The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, "Where the World Registers."Ship Tavern opened in 1934 after the repeal of prohibition making it the oldest restaurant in our hotel. The décor includes a complete mast and crow’s nest, an old ship’s clock, Jamaican rum barrels, and a collection of sailing ship models former hotel owner, Boettcher, acquired on a visit to Cape Cod.Listen to live music and enjoy a lively meal in a vintage pub atmosphere. Savor our famous prime rib, burgers, sandwiches, seafood and steaks. Enjoy our wide selection of beers, wines and unique cocktails. Satisfy your sweet tooth with our delectable desserts.Enjoy John Kite, live on the piano, Friday & Saturday evenings from 8:00 to 10:00 pm. In order to accommodate parties of 6 or more guests, please contact us directly (303) 312-8943
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8. A5 Steakhouse
4.7
Exceptional(554)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • LoHi
Booked 23 times today
A great restaurant meal can be an act of storytelling and transportation. Sliding onto a stool at a bar, being met with a classy and silky martini punctuated with a briny olive, is there to prepare you for a plate of finely-shucked oysters that were bobbing in the Atlantic 36 hours ago. In this moment the noise and cacophony can melt away, your phone finds its way back into your pocket, and we find communion with those of us on our left and right.We place a premium on doing the work to find producers, growers, and ranchers that have values that align with our own. It’s our desire to bring food to your table that speaks to its sense of place and time, and to be able to bring the connection to those producers to a higher level of consciousness.
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9. Steuben's
4.7
Exceptional(1390)
Price: Moderate
• Comfort Food • Uptown
Booked 41 times today
Steuben’s is named after a restaurant in Boston that my Great Uncles, Max and Joe, opened in 1945. Steuben's became a famous Boston restaurant, nightclub, and hotspot from the 1940’s to the 1960’s on Boylston Street. The Vienna Room, The Cave, and The Blue Room were all part of the Steuben's space and hosted Big Band, Jazz, and Swing groups with The Rat Pack, proms and sweet sixteens, and more. In its prime, Steuben’s was the center of the Boston dining and nightlife scene.
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10. ELWAY'S Downtown
4.4
Awesome(4322)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 23 times today
ELWAY'S Downtown is a hot spot because it's a top-rated steakhouse in the heart of Denver. With rave reviews on the quality of food, service, and atmosphere, it's a favorite for both locals and visitors. People love the delicious steaks, excellent cocktails, and the award-winning wine selection. It's not just about the food though, the staff is always on point, ensuring a memorable dining experience.
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