Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Denver / Colorado

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Banzai Sushi - Denver

4.9

4.9 (404)

$30 and under

Japanese

Virginia Vale

About the restaurant

Limited seating available on Opentable, please call restaurant at 303-329-3366 for reservation availability.

An oasis of Japan in the heart of Denver, Colorado.
Banzai Sushi features the highest level of Japanese
cuisine crafted with a creative touch.
We're the home of "100 Rolls". Select from 100 sushi combinations ranging from the usual to the outrageous. There is a sushi roll here for
every taste. Or choose from our innovative lunch and dinner menus featuring fully cooked selections of fish, chicken or beef. All prepared in the time honored cooking traditions of Japan.

Top review

ReneeVIP

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

We LOVE coming here!! The food is amazing every time. The service is always on point too! They adhere to allergies really well and make really great recommendations for those who have allergies. There’s also a really funny gentleman that goes around telling jokes which really is an enjoyable part of the experience. The food is always delicious and they have a great food presentation as well! This is truly one of the most top-notch sushi restaurants in the Denver area and as much as I would like to keep it a secret because it’s so good and I don’t want it to get so busy I can’t get in, I have to give credit where credit is due. I’ve worked in the Restaurant industry for 18 years and it’s always nice finding these stand out locations! I absolutely love coming here!

Cache Cache

4.9

4.9 (108)

$50 and over

Contemporary French / American

Aspen

About the restaurant

**Please call us at 970-925-3835 if your requested time in unavailable online.**

A warm and inviting atmosphere awaits you at Cache Cache. A little bit of heart goes into each dish prepared and local ingredients are sourced when they're available. Eat lightly, enjoying some appetizers in the lounge or enjoy a full sit-down dinner with several mouth-watering entrees.

Start out your visit at Cache Cache with royal osetra caviar, Alaskan king crab or Hudson Valley Fois Gras Terrine. Entrees include a main dish with two sides and a sauce to complement your meal. Calf's liver, Colorado rack of lamb and Boulder natural rotisserie chicken are just a few of the options. Ask the sommelier to pair a wine with your meal. The desserts at Cache Cache are simply scrumptious and include house biscotti with espresso ice cream, assorted gelato and sorbetti flavors.

Top review

PHILIPVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing service and staff. Kudos to Fernando and Alex.

Briar Common Brewery

4.9

4.9 (652)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Jefferson Park

About the restaurant

An elevated brewery experience you will not find anywhere else! Ten of our own beers on tap along with an array of perfectly prepared dishes to satisfy the masses!

Top review

Christopher

Dined 6 days ago

Fun pub, roof patio great dining spot though loud, good food, will return

MTN Prime

4.9

4.9 (7)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Idaho Springs

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of the Rockies, Mtn Prime offers a one-of-a-kind steakhouse experience where bold flavors meet mountain elegance. Our signature tableside butter searing elevates premium cuts of steak to the next level, creating a sizzling and unforgettable culinary moment right at your table. Complement your meal with our curated selection of craft cocktails, fine wines, and locally inspired dishes—all served in a warm, inviting atmosphere with stunning mountain views. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a top-tier dining experience, Mtn Prime is where modern steakhouse tradition meets high-altitude excellence.

Reserve your table today and savor the peak of flavor!

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Carlos

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

Great food. Chad was an awesome server. Pleasantly surprised by the quality. Had a burger and the short ribs. Was looking forward to dessert, but just too full. Would go back in a heartbeat.

Sweet Ginger Asian Bistro & Sushi

4.9

4.9 (23)

$30 and under

Sushi

Cherry Creek

About the restaurant

Sweet Ginger serves signature dishes from Asia’s diverse culinary cuisine.

Top review

StuartVIP

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

Excellent service and delicious food! Highly recommend!

Point Easy

4.9

4.9 (201)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Whittier

About the restaurant

Point Easy accepts reservations through it’s website www.pointeasydenver.com.

Top review

SaulVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Point Easy Is a terrific restaurant. Three of the four dishes we had were knockouts, the other was good but did not grab us in the same way. That has more to do with personal preference than quality. The staff was wonderful and accommodating and the space is lovely. Definitely will head back there again. It is a little quieter towards the back of the restaurant. Highly recommended

Birdhouse

4.9

4.9 (268)

$30 and under

Ramen

Erie

About the restaurant

A spirited eatery paying homage to rum, tacos, and ramen.

Top review

NathanVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Birdhouse always amazes me on how well they are run. Whether it is the delicious food or the fantastic service, they are always one step above anyone else. Always recommend the ramen, but the tacos are always on point as well!

Sushi Hai

4.8

4.8 (911)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Highlands

About the restaurant

Like the Highland neighborhood we call home, Sushi Hai is refined, with a funky bite to its elegance. Modern with a Japanese flair, and filled with exceptional art created in the neighborhood, this restaurant has a unique style and provides three floors of seating - and every table feels special. We also offer three private Tatami Rooms, which accommodate 8 to 10 diners in traditional Japanese floor-seating.

We at Sushi Hai welcome you to come indulge your senses.

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William

Dined on Jun 8, 2025

We love happy hour at the bar. The bar manager goes above and beyond to ensure a top shelf experience whether food, drink, values available and overall comfort. And his drinks are so fine.

Q House

4.8

4.8 (713)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Asian

Central

About the restaurant

* We are taking reservations for the dining room.
* Outdoor tables are available weather permitting.
* We do not have an enclosed patio with heaters, so plan according to the current weather forecast. We likely will NOT be able to move your party inside due to inclement weather.
* Parties of up to 5 will be given 1.5 hours from the time of reservation, parties of 6-8 will be allotted 2 hours. If your party is late, it will cut into your overall time.
* Due to limited space, please account for any children in your party.
* We hold tables for up to 15 minutes. If you are going to be more than 15 minutes late, please contact the restaurant.

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Orlando

Dined 6 days ago

My family and I had lunch here and it was so delicious. It is has been a long time since I had a meal where the flavor was so addictive.

Enso Sushi & Grill

4.8

4.8 (36)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Greenwood Village

About the restaurant

"Explore Enso Sushi , the highest-rated Japanese dining experience in the DTC area. breaking the conventional sushi norms, savoring limitless creativity! Each bite is an indulgence in art, and every moment is a culinary miracle. At Enso, sushi is not just food; it's a unique aesthetic experience. tasting the unparalleled beauty of Enso."

Top review

NatashaVIP

Dined on Jun 17, 2025

Wonderful experience! Presentation was awesome & fresh sushi

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