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El Five, Denver, CO

El Five

4.6 (4448)
$50 and over
Mediterranean
2930 Umatilla St, Suite 500, Denver, CO 80211-3833

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 108 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Nestled high above LoHi on the fifth floor of 2930 Umatilla, El Five boasts spectacular, unobstructed views of the downtown Denver skyline. The menu is an homage to the Mediterranean and features small plates built on bold flavors found throughout the region: Spain, North Africa, the Middle East.

Inside, the space is understated and sensual, flanked by a large, open-air patio for sun-kissed Colorado nights. As the newest restaurant in the Edible Beats family, El Five celebrates the confluence of flavors, ideas and geographies made possible by a subtle shift in perspective.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Spanish, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Corey Ferguson
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Highlands
  • Cross street
    On Umatilla St. between 29th and 30th.
  • Parking details
    El Five offers valet services to all our guests. Once you arrive in our covered valet parking lot off Umatilla St., VIP Valet will be happy to assist you. Valet services provided for a $15 fee, payable by cash or card.
  • Public transit
    W 32nd ave and Tejon street - Bus station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef's Counter Dinner

    Multiple dates available
    The Chef's Counter experience is catered to the guests with discerning taste, allowing our culinary experts to guide you through the flavors and excitement of the Mediterranean! Join us at the counter for samples of dishes from the Garde Manager kitchen, experience the hospitality of our Chef's as they prepare your dinner, and watch the excitement from the only seats that guarantee our Downtown Denver Skyline view.
    Chef's Counter Dinner Photo

Offers

  • El Five Happy Hour: Thursday through Saturday

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - Sat - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Just in time for summer! Enjoy spritzes & noshes in our bar and covered cocktail area, offering the best views in Denver. Offered Thursday through Friday from 4pm to 5pm ONLY. We sincerely apologize, we do not accept reservations for happy hour :)

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What 4,448 people are saying

El Five reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver / Colorado

    Mediterranean

  • Denver / Colorado

    Most Booked

  • Denver

    Great for scenic views

  • Denver

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Five dazzles with "amazing food and flavors" and "beautiful views" of Denver. Diners laud the "creative menu" and "attentive service," highlighting the "fantastic experience" at the Chef's Counter. Though slightly pricey, the "unique ambiance" and "unmatched vibe" make it "one of the best foodie experiences" in the city.
4,448 Reviews
  1. James VIP

    Denver / Colorado23 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Tapas was very interesting and well prepared. Enjoyed eating things I had not had before as well as some more familiar items. Biggest issue was it was very noisy. We could not hear each other talk. Service was very excellent and food arrived in a timely fashion but not too fast.

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  2. Leigh

    Denver / Colorado3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Used to like El Five but the prices have gotten insane and the food quality has diminished. Will only go for cocktails now. Not a good value at all.

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  3. Terry

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Outstanding food! Service was professional and attentive. Definitely would return.

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  4. Michael VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was decent but i was expecting a whole lot more.

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  5. Jonah

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Vibes were great, beautiful view of Denver city as a whole. Interior design is beautiful. Food was 9/10. Waitress could’ve been more attentive, but overall we had a great time.

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  6. Tom VIP

    Denver / Colorado59 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate at the chefs Bar… it was a great experience.

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  7. Crystal VIP

    Denver / Colorado10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite paella in all of Denver! Highly recommend getting half an order of both the seafood and carne paellas!

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  8. Luke

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service at El five is as amazing as the view you'll see when you walk off the elevator. Their options for vegan and non vegan are incredible. There's something for everyone. The staff makes you and your experience a priority. They're knowledgeable and have a good time. I highly recommend!

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  9. Lauralee

    Denver / Colorado2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El Five always to the rescue! Dissapointing reservations at a different restaurant for my husband's BDay, so we scooted over to El Five where we were treated like family. Amazing service every time. Excellent chefs & bartenders. They truly care & take pride in their experience they deliver. The patio is the way to go it the weather permits. Breathtaking geatway from the city. Thank you & see you soon!

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  10. PHIL

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and flavors! Lots of love in their food. Service was amazing.

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FAQs

El Five offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 524-9193.

El Five is rated 4.6 stars by 4448 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 108 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for El Five

2930 Umatilla St, Suite 500, Denver, CO 80211-3833

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    On Umatilla St. between 29th and 30th.
  • Neighborhood
    Highlands
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Spanish, Middle Eastern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    El Five offers valet services to all our guests. Once you arrive in our covered valet parking lot off Umatilla St., VIP Valet will be happy to assist you. Valet services provided for a $15 fee, payable by cash or card.
  • Public transit
    W 32nd ave and Tejon street - Bus station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Corey Ferguson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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