The Most Fun Restaurants in Denver

The OpenTable Team

Denver’s dining scene has steadily been on the rise over the past few years. The Mile High City has seen tons of spots open up with exciting new culinary options. But where are the smartest, savviest diners eating out? We’ve pulled data from thousands of restaurants to find the top spots among OpenTable's most expert. Find a whole range of cool restaurants, from fancy jacket-and-tie spots to the tiny diners serving up classics. Diners can opt for cheap or expensive, divey or fancy—Denver has it all. Read on for our list of some of the most fun restaurants in Denver.

18 Restaurants

Updated January 14, 2020

Restaurants:	Linger, El Five, Bittersweet…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$
Cuisines:	International, Mediterranean, Contemporary American…
Neighborhoods:	Highlands, Wash Park…

Linger

$$$$·International·

Highlands

5,846 reviews

Fit for Foodies
Good for a Date
Creative Cuisine

Linger is one of the most lively and fun restaurants in Denver. They feature incredible vegan and vegetarian food, amazing hospitality, and a lively atmosphere to enjoy. They serve…Read more

94% recommended

Most Booked in Denver / Colorado

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El Five

$$$$·Mediterranean·

Highlands

2,102 reviews

Scenic View
Good for a Date
Tapas

El Five is a cool restaurant that sits high above LoHi on the fifth floor. They offer spectacular views of the Downtown Denver skyline and a fantastic sunset view if you come here …Read more

95% recommended

Scenic View in Denver / Colorado

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Bittersweet

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Wash Park

1,514 reviews

Good for a Date
Fit for Foodies
Creative Cuisine

Bittersweet is a delicious restaurant that takes an artisanal approach to handcrafted, playful, and artfully created food with flavors and presentation on a whole new level. They m…Read more

95% recommended

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SOL Mexican Cocina - Denver

$$$$·Mexican·

Cherry Creek

676 reviews

Good for a Date
Fun
Good for Groups

SOL Cocina is in Denver’s exciting Cherry Creek North neighborhood and is home to a tiny slice of Baja. The setting is modern Mexican and you may find yourself transported south wh…Read more

89% recommended

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Tamayo Restaurant

$$$$·Contemporary Mexican·

Downtown / LoDo

3,579 reviews

Good for a Date
Fit for Foodies
Creative Cuisine

Located in Historic Larimer Square, Tamayo is a chic spot with a giant rooftop deck and sweeping views of the mountain. They have an innovative Latin menu by Chef Richard Sandoval,…Read more

82% recommended

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The Corner Office Restaurant and Martini Bar Denver

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Downtown / LoDo

2,741 reviews

Pre/post Theatre
Casual
Bar Seating

The Corner Office Restaurant and Martini Bar is in the swanky Hotel Curtis downtown, right near all of the big conference centers. That makes it a big hit with traveling business f…Read more

94% recommended

Great for Brunch in Denver

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the plimoth

$$$$·American·

Central

1,639 reviews

Neighborhood Gem
Good for a Date
Fit for Foodies

The plimoth, located in Central Denver, has a menu that draws on classic French and Italian cuisine. They take inspiration from seasonal and local ingredients that offer a modern t…Read more

95% recommended

Best Overall in Denver / Colorado

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Beast and Bottle

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Uptown

1,475 reviews

Good for a Date
Special Occasion
Fit for Foodies

This fun restaurant in North Capitol Hill serves American craft dinner and brunch. Paul C. Reilly and Aileen Reilly are the owners and their philosophy is to appreciate the whole a…Read more

91% recommended

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Piatti - Denver

$$$$·Italian·

Cherry Creek

2,495 reviews

Special Occasion
Neighborhood Gem
Good for a Date

Piatti sits in the heart of Cherry Creek North, just five minutes from downtown Denver. The restaurant features Italian-inspired, seasonally dictated cuisine with an emphasis on lo…Read more

98% recommended

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The Capital Grille - Denver

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Downtown / LoDo

3,704 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries
Good for a Date

What could be more fun than going to a fancy steakhouse with a group of good friends? The Capital Grille is nationally renowned for their dry aged and hand-cut steaks, fresh seafoo…Read more

93% recommended

Steakhouse in Denver / Colorado

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Acorn

$$$$·American·

River North (Denver)

1,380 reviews

Creative Cuisine
Fit for Foodies
Good for a Date

Acorn is in The Source, an artisan food market in the RiNo neighborhood. They're a cool restaurant with a chic, industrial vibe and outdoor sidewalk seating during the warmer month…Read more

88% recommended

Fit for Foodies in Denver / Colorado

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Mister Tuna

$$$$·Contemporary American·

River North (Denver)

528 reviews

Bar Seating
Good for Anniversaries
Fit for Foodies

This New American restaurant on Brighton Boulevard is the latest by Chef Troy Guard and pays homage to his childhood. The big, sprawling space was once a warehouse and has floor-to…Read more

100% recommended

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The Preservery

$$$$·Contemporary American·

River North (Denver)

384 reviews

Casual
Good for a Date
Happy Hour

The Preservery is not only a fun restaurant, they also combine a bar, bakery, live music venue, and marketplace — all in a warehouse-style space. See what’s on the schedule and the…Read more

83% recommended

Contemporary American in Denver

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Ophelia's Electric Soapbox

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Downtown / LoDo

1,717 reviews

Live Music
Fun
Good for a Date

Fancy some live music with your dinner? Check out Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox, a multi-level “gastro-brothel” with an open pit at the center that features a stage for live performan…Read more

92% recommended

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Casa Bonita

$$$$·Mexican·

Sloans Lake

If you’re in the mood for fun AND Mexican food, look no further than Casa Bonita in Lakewood. This restaurant features a complete Mexican village with performances by pirates and g…Read more

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Forest Room 5

$$$$·Mediterranean·

Highlands

This fun tapas restaurant is forest themed and features outdoor fire pits on a large, mystical patio along with teepees that you can actually dine in. Forest Room 5 is an enchantin…Read more

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Izakaya Den

$$$$·Japanese·

Wash Park

1,711 reviews

Fit for Foodies
Neighborhood Gem
Special Occasion

Izakaya Den is a popular gastro pub serving global cuisine on South Pearl Street. They offer Japanese plates along with dishes infused with international flavors. This cool restaur…Read more

96% recommended

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BRASSERIE TEN TEN

$$$$·French·

Boulder

3,352 reviews

Good for a Date
Special Occasion
Fit for Foodies

Brasserie Ten Ten is an intimate, exquisite, and affordable French restaurant located in the heart of Downtown. They get busy early and stay open late, and are an excellent place t…Read more

90% recommended

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