Best Restaurants for Foodies in Congress Park

50 restaurants available nearby

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1. Guard & Grace - Denver

4.8

Exceptional(6175)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 133 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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2. Culinary Dropout - Denver

4.5

Awesome(1237)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mayfair

Booked 61 times today

Culinary Dropout in Denver is a foodie's paradise. Its menu boasts classic meals done right, from pretzel bites to 36-hour pork ribs and famous fried chicken. The food is consistently praised in reviews, with phrases like 'thoughtfully prepared', 'amazing', and 'exceptional'. The atmosphere is fun and vibrant, with great service and a laid-back vibe.

3. Matsuhisa Denver

4.9

Exceptional(2764)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Cherry Creek

Booked 79 times today

Featuring Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature new-style Japanese cuisine, Matsuhisa Denver anchors the ground floor of the Steele Creek luxury apartment building in Cherry Creek, Denver’s premier shopping, restaurant, and entertainment district. Our 7,800 square foot dining room is open for dinner service from 5pm nightly. Takeout available nightly from 5-9pm. Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s world-famous cuisine draws influence from his classical training in Tokyo and his life abroad in Peru, Argentina, and around the world, showcasing signature dishes such as Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño, Black Cod Miso and Whitefish Tiradito.

4. The Wolf's Tailor

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4.9

Exceptional(54)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sunnyside

Booked 11 times today

This journey began in defense of the maker, those that bring to light from darkness, an idea. Our inspiration comes from memory, of travels we’ve taken - it is the thread that helps us bind our creation. Wolf’s is the laboratory where inspiration turns to creation, creation is stitched into a form that when examined takes guests on the creators' journey of exploration. But the quest to create comes not for the supplication of an audience, but for the continual introspective pursuit of pushing the boundaries of what we know as possible.

5. Ukiyo

4.8

Exceptional(98)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese Speciality • Whittier

Booked 3 times today

UKIYO is a 12-seat omakase (chef choice) restaurant located on Larimer Square of downtown Denver, curated by chef Phraseuth ‘Paul’ Sananikone. The UKIYO multi-course omakase experience uses Japanese techniques with worldly flavors transforming it into a unique tasting menu where his offerings change based on ingredient seasonality and availability.

6. Xiquita

4.7

Exceptional(106)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Denver

Booked 31 times today

Xiquita is a highly anticipated restaurant that brings the vibrant flavors and rich culture of Mexico City to the Mile High City. Inspired by the diverse culinary traditions of Mexico, Xiquita offers a unique dining experience that celebrates the country's indigenous ingredients and cooking techniques. Led by Chef Erasmo Casiano, the restaurant's name, Xiquita, is a playful twist on "chiquita," a term of endearment for Casiano's mother, and a nod to the indigenous languages of Mexico.At Xiquita, diners can expect to find dishes that are both authentic and innovative. The menu features a variety of traditional Mexican dishes, such as tamales and tortillas, made with locally sourced ingredients. Guests can also enjoy unique creations like the Infladita de Carne Apache, a play on steak tartare, and the Tikin Xic, a Yucatan dish featuring fish grilled over charcoal in a banana leaf.Join us for a dining experience you won't soon forget!

7. Tavernetta

4.7

Exceptional(234)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 71 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.

8. Barolo Grill

4.8

Exceptional(3846)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 36 times today

Barolo Grill, an award winning Cherry Creek North restaurant, prides itself on serving authentic northern Italian food while maintaining a comfortable, elegant ambience. Known for hand crafted modern Northern Italian cuisine, a Wine Spectator Grand Award winning wine cellar, and knowledgeable, attentive staff, Barolo can be a perfect choice for a special occasion or just a fun night out. Chef Darrel Truett's cuisine focuses on the Northern Italian provinces of Piedmont and Tuscany. Seasonally changing menus feature locally sourced ingredients, proudly supporting regional farms and producers. Owner and wine director Ryan Fletter are proud to feature small family wineries that are dedicated to Earth-friendly farming and winemaking philosophies. Barolo Grill has one of the largest collections of Barolo wines outside of Italy.

9. Williams & Graham

4.8

Exceptional(996)

Price: Expensive

• American • Highlands

Booked 22 times today

Williams & Graham is an internationally recognized and awarded craft cocktail bar hidden behind a bookshelf. We have been recognized as a World's Top 50 Bar and Top Cocktail Bar in the US (2x). We offer a rich ambiance, wide variety of drinks, delicious food served until 1am nightly, and genuine hospitality. We take reservations Sunday through Thursday with walk-in availability. We accept a limited amount of reservations on Friday & Saturday allowing more space for walk-in guests. Due to limited capacity and high demand, all reservations have a set maximum time of 2 hours to enjoy food and drink. Thank you for your understanding and consistent support!This is a 21 and up environment, we apologize for the inconvenience but we will not be able to permit entry for anyone under the legal drinking age. We look forward to sharing a drink with you soon!

10. Ajax Downtown

4.2

Awesome(1671)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 14 times today

Ajax Downtown honors the art of cooking over open flames with a live-fire kitchen that ignites all the senses. Breathe the rich, savory essence of mesquite charcoal, hear the hiss and crackle of smoldering flames, and taste the distinctive flavors that only cooking with fire, smoke, and ash can impart. Experience the vibrant spirit of Aspen in the heart of the Union Station neighborhood. Ajax Downtown is a lively local hangout where friendships are forged and good times come naturally over house made cocktails, hand-selected wines, and curated local craft beers on tap.

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Jonathan
Denver / Colorado •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We've tried to get a table here for years and on a whim got on open table for my wife's birthday. Our experience and expectations were exceeds! Service impeccable, food a great adventure, and expert wine pairings. This is worth a special occasion splurge.
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The Wolf's TailorPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Sunnyside
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4.9
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Sarah
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
First time, it was one of the best dinners me and my husband have had in a long time. Our waiter was amazing and helped us pick our menu and everything we had was so delicious.
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Matsuhisa DenverPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Cherry Creek
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4.9
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Pamela
Denver / Colorado •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Thank you so very much for offering these incredibly delish holiday meals - our family of 6 enjoyed every last bite of our tenderloin dinner! Ordering was easy, pick up incredibly warm and friendly, instructions were easy to follow, and it was topped off perfectly with a hand signed Christmas card <3. Between the savory complete meal, a charcuterie board and those insanely yummy chocolate chip cookies we were all so pleased, and if we celebrate another Christmas in Denver, this will forever be our go to! Thank you so much for making this Christmas an easy one for me and my family- it truly means a lot! After this we are all looking forward to dine in one of these days soon! Thank you, and Happy New Year to you all!
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Guard & Grace - DenverPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / LoDo
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4.8
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DianeVIP
Denver / Colorado •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 Dec 2024
Bar and kitchen seemed a little slow. Holiday time can do that to a restaurant- we enjoyed ourselves very much.
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Culinary Dropout - DenverPrice: Moderate• American• Mayfair
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4.5
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KaitlinVIP
New Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 Dec 2024
Fantastic dining experience and drinks were amazing! Had a beautiful and tasty cocktail and then did the sake pairing.
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UkiyoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese Speciality• Whittier
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4.8

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50 restaurants available nearby

1. Guard & Grace - Denver

2. Culinary Dropout - Denver

3. Matsuhisa Denver

4. The Wolf's Tailor

5. Ukiyo

6. Xiquita

7. Tavernetta

8. Barolo Grill

9. Williams & Graham

10. Ajax Downtown

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