Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Denver / Colorado

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Denver / Colorado? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Cafe Diva - Steamboat Springs

4.9

4.9 (1200)

$50 and over

American

Steamboat Springs

About the restaurant

Open seven days a week for dinner services, Cafe Diva is the place to go for a fine dining experience. It features a range of menu items created by Executive Chef Kate Van Rensselaer Rench, including offerings for vegetarians, vegans and those gluten sensitivities. Cafe Diva offers year round classics like Crab and Tomato Bisque and Venison Tenderloin as well as a variety of creative seasonal dishes.

Cafe Diva also features an extensive wine list and a cozy atmosphere making it an ideal place for a romantic evening with that special someone.

As the weather warms we offer patio seating on a first come first serve basis.

Top review

Elisabeth

Dined 2 days ago

Great food, very unique and delicious combinations. Accommodated food allergies very well.

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4.9

4.9 (2327)

$31 to $50

American

Telluride

About the restaurant

221 is set in a tastefully refurbished historic home nestled in the trees on South Oak St, just steps from the Gondola. For years, 221 South Oak has been renowned for its intimate atmosphere, incredible food, extensive wine list, friendly service and uncompromising quality. Chef/Owner Eliza serves cuisine classified as Modern Bistro with an eclectic blend of flavors and styles. Full Vegetarian Menu is available.
We also offer catering services in the privacy of your home. Wine and Delectable Pairing Classes are available weekly.

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Kevin

Dined 2 days ago

Outstanding! Every detail was just absolutely wonderful. Will definitely come back again!

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Experience

Wine Pairing and Tasting Menu

Splendido at the Chateau - Beaver Creek

4.9

4.9 (1053)

$50 and over

American

Beaver Creek

About the restaurant

Splendido at the Chateau offers wonderful Rocky Mountain dining featuring hearty yet refined American-European cuisine. In summer, enjoy a cocktail or dine outdoors on our flower filled deck and enjoy great views of Beaver Creek Mountain. As the sun sets and the mountain chill sets in, retreat indoors and get cozy next to our lovely, double-sided, wood burning fireplace.
Splendido can comfortably accommodate a range of events including wedding receptions, family celebrations, cocktail parties, as well as business and corporate dinners with private facilities for catered meetings and seminars.

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TomVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent food, ambiance and service! Strawberry salad, octopus, duck, Dover sole and the stripped bass special were all wonderful! Enjoy!

the plimoth

4.9

4.9 (2480)

$50 and over

American

Central

About the restaurant

WE LOVE FOOD

We believe in an eclectic yet approachable love for food. Our chefs draw from foundations in classic French and Italian cuisine, finding inspiration in seasonal and local ingredients that offer a modern twist to each dish. Our ever-changing menus reflect the efforts of our collaboration with unique purveyors, local farmers, and artisan producers. Join us for an elevated, unpretentious dining experience.

Our patio is now open! Reserve online by selecting "outdoor" option or give us a call at 303-297-1215 and we will do our best to accommodate the request. Our outside tables can seat a MAXIMUM party size of 4 only.

****PLEASE NOTE: Our patio is uncovered; in the event of rain, we will do our best to accommodate everyone inside but cannot guarantee a move is possible. Additionally, our patio is NOT DOG FRIENDLY.

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David

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

Pleasant surprise with bold flavors. Worth a visit.

Annette

4.9

4.9 (35)

$31 to $50

American

Aurora

About the restaurant

Annette is a wood-fired American restaurant and cocktail bar located in the vibrant Stanley Marketplace in Aurora, just east of Denver. Led by James Beard Award-winning chef Caroline Glover; also named one of Food & Wine’s Best New Chefs. Annette serves seasonal; ingredient-driven dishes that are thoughtfully prepared. Highlights include the happy hour Wagyu burger, whole roasted fish, mussels & frites and a rotating selection of creative vegetable plates.

The cozy, modern dining room features warm wood tones, intimate lighting, lush greenery, and an open kitchen that brings guest close to the action. Guests can also enjoy year-round seating on a heated, enclosed patio that’s snug in winter and breezy in summer.

Annette’s drink program includes inventive house cocktails, a curated wine list, and standout desserts like the triple chocolate rye cookie sandwich and pecan pie with bourbon pairings. Whether you’re visiting or local, Annette delivers a personal take on American dining.

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Tom

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing service, excellent food. Marrow toast and beef tongue was awesome. Orecchiette, and pork main was delicious as well

Meander Riverside Eatery

4.8

4.8 (564)

$50 and over

American

Pagosa Springs

About the restaurant

Announcing our Winter Hours! From October through May we will be open Wednesday - Saturday from 4:00pm-8:30pm for reservations!

Farm to table dining in Pagosa Springs. Proudly serving fresh local ingredients from neighboring farmers, purveyors, and artisan favorites. Weekly menu changes, depending on season and product availability. Delightful flavor combinations, hearty portions, and craft cocktails, beer and wine to pair.

Our Outdoor Dining Area is closed for the season, but it's nice and toasty inside! Summer will bring back our outdoor patio and riverside seating which adds increased availability to dine in our intimate mountain Eatery.

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MICHAEL

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Beautiful scenery and dining experience in Pagosa Springs. Excellent cocktails and dinner.

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Popular dish

Cast Iron Chicken

Community Supper Club

4.9

4.9 (306)

$30 and under

American

Lafayette

About the restaurant

Community has always been an ever-evolving and ever-changing concept, but recently we decided to just dig in a bit and settle down. That’s the atmosphere and space we aspire to provide. A place for gatherings, a quick drink or snack, a rendezvous with an old friend; we are the neighborhood spot that hopes to feel like a second home to all of our friends.

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Mary

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

I can’t say enough about how wonderful this restaurant is. I was extremely surprised. I had been to Tavernetta last week and I can honestly say this dinner was better. The service is fantastic. The presentation is beautiful, the atmosphere is great. And the food, every single course from appetizers to entrée to dessert were perfection.

Sidework

4.9

4.9 (660)

$31 to $50

American

Telluride

About the restaurant

Side Work is a cozy Spanish American lounge in an intimate, mid-century setting that offers a full menu composed of seasonal sharable plates, rotating craft cocktails, and an extensive, well curated wine list. Guests enjoy the Whole Roasted Branzino and the Herb Crusted Lamb Loin.

Choose Side Work for Happy Hour 5-6pm nightly, featuring $10 appetizers, $10 wines by the glass and cocktails, and $5 beer.

The parklette offers streetside outdoor dining, weather permitting.

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Raechel

Dined 1 day ago

The branzino was wonderful as well as corn and crab risotto

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4.8

4.8 (910)

$30 and under

American

Steamboat Springs

About the restaurant

Yampa Valley Kitchen is a beloved neighborhood restaurant located in the heart of downtown Steamboat Springs serving BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER crafted with local, organic & carefully source ingredients.

Our full bar offers up fabulous coffee, lattes and a variety of craft cocktails & 0-proof options as-well.

Breakfast and Lunch all day from 7:30am-2:30pm
Open for Dinner Tuesdays-Saturdays from 4:00- close.
Happy Hour from 4:00-5:30 with Half Price Specialty Cocktails, 30% off wine by the glass & appetizer

We ask that if you are running late please give us a call at 970-875-3989 as we can only hold tables for 15 minutes.
*Please indicate in your reservation if you have guests in need of handicap accessible seating.

Thank you for booking at Yampa Valley Kitchen and we look forward to serving you today!

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JeffVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Good work. Love the outside early mornings. Great service!

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Seasons 52 - Lone Tree

4.8

4.8 (8227)

$31 to $50

American

Centennial

About the restaurant

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-6PM.

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Kimberly

Dined 4 days ago

Thank you for a great experience for my daughter's birthday. You made her feel so special, and the food was great.

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Popular dish

Wood-Grilled Tenderloin Salad

Popular dish

Ahi Tuna Tartare

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