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Hard to Get Reservations in Denver

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Every day, we have hundreds of thousands of reservations flying through our system—and some are tougher to get than others. According to our data, these are the restaurants in Denver where it’s hardest to snag a reservation. Impress your friends and family and score a table; we wish we could join you.

9 Restaurants
Updated February 26, 2020
Restaurants:El Five, Rioja, Barolo Grill…
Price Range:$$$ - $$$
Cuisines:Mediterranean, Italian…
Neighborhoods:Highlands, Downtown / LoDo, Cherry Creek…

El Five

$$$$·Mediterranean·
Highlands
2,102 reviews
  • Scenic View
  • Good for a Date
  • Tapas
They know how to combine things beautifully, harmoniously, and deliciously at this chic fifth floor eatery. Their three distinct tapas menus—in addition to small plates and paellas…Read more
95% recommended
Scenic View in Denver / Colorado
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Rioja

$$$$·Mediterranean·
Downtown / LoDo
8,475 reviews
  • Special Occasion
  • Good for a Date
  • Fit for Foodies
Chef Jennifer Jasinski and her team are cooking up a solid menu of consistently delicious dishes worthy of a James Beard award (that’s why they won one). Despite what the name migh…Read more
92% recommended
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Barolo Grill

$$$$·Italian·
Cherry Creek
3,295 reviews
  • Special Occasion
  • Romantic
  • Good for Anniversaries
If their name’s got you thinking about red wine and saucy Italian food, that’s perfect. You can enjoy them both at this elegant and romantic restaurant with a huge selection of Bar…Read more
97% recommended
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Palace Arms at the Brown Palace

$$$$·Contemporary American·
Downtown / LoDo
1,051 reviews
  • Special Occasion
  • Romantic
  • Good for a Date
If you’ve ever wanted to eat in the lap of luxury, this place is truly a gilded dining palace. Whether it’s the colorful flags and historic pictures adorning the space or the presi…Read more
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Nocturne

$$$$·Contemporary American·
River North (Denver)
1,077 reviews
  • Live Music
  • Good for a Date
  • Romantic
You’re getting way more than just a good meal at the Nocturne, this is where you come for a full-fledged night out on the town. From the purple-ish lighting and classic cocktails t…Read more
98% recommended
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Guard & Grace

$$$$·Steakhouse·
Downtown / LoDo
2,497 reviews
  • Special Occasion
  • Good for Anniversaries
  • Good for a Date
They could easily call this place sleek & swank. The modern and beautifully-designed large space sets the tone for their decadent steakhouse dishes that will wow you all the same. …Read more
94% recommended
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Prelude + Post

$$$$·Tapas / Small Plates·
Downtown / LoDo
1,852 reviews
  • Pre/post Theatre
  • Casual
  • Sunday Lunch
If you’re going to see a show at the Denver Center for Performing Arts, Limelight is a fun little spot for dinner and cocktails before it all begins. With its palm plants, lime-col…Read more
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Chubby Cattle - Denver

$$$$·Chinese·
Baker
8 reviews
  • Casual
  • Fun
  • Authentic
Chinese hot pot is DIY dining at its finest, and this place has definitely upped the ante by adding more unique twists (and kookie technology) to the mix. The food is Mongolian, bu…Read more
86% recommended
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Sushi Den

$$$$·Japanese·
Wash Park
125 reviews
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Special Occasion
  • Neighborhood Gem
This destination sushi spot serves the freshest fish in Denver, and is actually one of the first US sushi bars to order fish directly from Japanese markets. If you can’t nab seats …Read more
95% recommended
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