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1. Odyssey Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.6

Exceptional(3375)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Central

Booked 62 times today

Welcome to The "Old School" Odyssey Italian Restaurant. Come try our delicious Sicilian & Classic Italian dishes which are chef's recipes from back home in Palermo, Sicily. We are family operated & located in a 111 year old historical Victorian Mansion which is perfect for all occasions. You have definitely found a unique gem and an experience unlike no other.

2. Luca

4.7

Exceptional(2190)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Central

Booked 17 times today

Chef Frank Bonanno dug into his Sicilian heritage and east coast roots to create this authentic, rustic Italian eatery. Luca has amazing personal touches from the daily made breads and pastas to the meats and cheeses cured in house, to the charcoal drawing of Bonanno’s son (and the restaurant’s namesake) that hangs in the dining room. Luca is heartwarming and satisfying from the wood-fired pizzas to the hand-rolled pastas to the perfectly seared proteins. It’s not your ordinary pile-of-pasta-and-sauce Italian joint; it’s the real (and tasty) deal.

3. Mizuna

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5.0

Exceptional(2445)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Central

Booked 11 times today

Beautiful little Mizuna is consistently rated among the best restaurants in the country. A neighborhood eatery firmly rooted in French cooking techniques, Mizuna aims to marry tight, professional service with culinary mastery. With a menu that changes monthly to reflect the bounty of each season (on land and by sea), Mizuna is the flagship restaurant to Bonanno Concepts, Frank Bonanno’s chef driven restaurant family, dedicated to satisfying meals, outstanding service, education, and community.

4. Alteño

4.9

Exceptional(100)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Cherry Creek

Booked 57 times today

From the heart of Michelin-starred Chef/Owner Johnny Curiel comes Alteño. Curiel’s newest creation pays homage to his Jaliscan Highland roots and traditions, incorporating a mix of heritage flavors and rustic preparations that spotlight the cuisine and culture of the iconic Los Altos de Jalisco. The spirit of Johnny’s restaurateur father, the original Alteño, is felt in the very soul of the restaurant.The campestre influence woven throughout Alteño is inspired by Johnny’s childhood spent in the mountainous region of Los Altos, known for its rolling hills, historic colonial architecture, and wild, untamed land. Chef Johnny and his partner and wife, Kasie, developed the beverage program balancing top-shelf, native Mexican flavors and agave spirits like raicilla and mezcal, with classic cocktails and a wine list that includes a selection of Mexican, European and American wines overseen by Alteño’s in-house sommelier.

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5. Guard & Grace - Denver

4.9

Exceptional(6542)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 159 times today

Chef Troy Guard’s largest and most exciting concept, Guard and Grace, is a 9,000 square ft. modern American steakhouse located at 1801 California Street in downtown Denver. The sophisticated new space offers private dining areas, one of Denvers largest patios, an expansive raw bar, a wood burning oven and open kitchen.

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6. Le Colonial - Denver

4.7

Exceptional(370)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Vietnamese • Cherry Creek

Booked 98 times today

Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Chicago, Houston, Atlanta, Delray Beach, Lake Forest and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver on exquisite attention to detail in a luxurious classic and romantic atmosphere in the heart of Cherry Creek. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations.

7. Alma Fonda Fina

4.9

Exceptional(435)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • LoHi

Booked 109 times today

Chef Curiel makes his solo restaurant debut with Alma Fonda Fina, a restaurant dedicated to sharing the integrity, tradition and culturally rich experiences that defined his culinary journey and create a transportive dining experience that embodies the beauty of Mexico. As Chef Curiel continues to push the boundaries of taste and tradition, he pays homage to his roots and uses food as a way to showcase his cultural pride.

8. Tavernetta Denver

4.7

Exceptional(498)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 93 times today

Authentic Italian. Genuine Hospitality. Inspired by the food, wine, and culture of Italy, Tavernetta brings "la dolce vita" style to Denver's bustling Union Station neighborhood with fresh handmade pastas, an Italian directed wine & spirits list and world-class hospitality.Tavernetta's cuisine and wine have been heralded by the James Beard Foundation, the Michelin Guide, World's 50 Best Discovery List, Wine Spectator and more.

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9. North Italia – Denver

4.8

Exceptional(4490)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 90 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.

10. Steuben's

4.6

Exceptional(1375)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Uptown

Booked 35 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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JohnVIP
Denver / Colorado •5 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Delicious food, good/attentive staff, really nice ambiance. Small negative was a longish wait at the front desk when we arrived.
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Le Colonial - DenverPrice: Expensive• Vietnamese• Cherry Creek
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4.7
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WendyVIP
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was outstanding and the Service even better. This is my new favorite restaurant.
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AlteñoPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Cherry Creek
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Ed
Denver / Colorado •13 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Ordered the sausage and peppers appetizer in marinara. The dish was so huge that it could have been served as a main entree. After gorging oursleves on the appetizer, we had little room for the main entrees which were delicious.
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Odyssey Italian Restaurant & Wine BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Central
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4.6
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TaylorVIP
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Seriously good, one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had.
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MizunaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Central
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JacquelineVIP
Denver / Colorado •22 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
We did the chef’s experience with the wine pairing and it was fabulous! Our server, Michael, was wonderful!
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LucaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Central
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4.7

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1. Odyssey Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

2. Luca

3. Mizuna

4. Alteño

5. Guard & Grace - Denver

6. Le Colonial - Denver

7. Alma Fonda Fina

8. Tavernetta Denver

9. North Italia – Denver

10. Steuben's

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