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1. Linger
4.7
Exceptional(7729)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Highlands
Booked 119 times today
Housed in a former mortuary, the decor layers macabre remnants with posh details in a window-flanked space overlooking the charming Lower Highland neighborhood. The drink menu features sips and seasonings as savory as the dishes with which they're paired. While the rooftop patio-outfitted with 1975 GMC RV as bar and repurposed food truck as kitchen- beckons patrons towards adventure.
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2. Mezcaleria Alma
5.0
Exceptional(125)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • LoHi
Booked 32 times today
Chef Johnny Curiel debuts Mezcaleria Alma in Denver’s LoHi neighborhood, bringing the dynamic spirit of Mexico City to life with CDMX-inspired small plates and an expansive Mexican spirits menu. Located beside Curiel’s first solo restaurant, Alma Fonda Fina, Mezcaleria Alma marks the natural next chapter in Curiel’s culinary journey to share the beauty of Mexico through food. Each dish and drink draws from Curiel’s experiences in one of the world’s most renowned culinary capitals—a city where culture and tradition merge with global inspiration and constant innovation. While Alma Fonda Fina is a love letter to the home-cooked traditions of Chef Curiel’s childhood—the comfort food found at traditional fondas across Mexico—Mezcaleria Alma embodies the unbridled innovation that defines CDMX.
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3. Duo Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3656)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Highlands
Booked 14 times today
Duo Restaurant is a treasure for those seeking a special dining experience tucked in Denver’s hippest neighborhood, Highland. Duo offers a relaxed and unassuming environment attracting diners who might wish to linger over a cup of coffee, a glass of wine at the bar, or to enjoy a hearty meal.The stylish neighborhood restaurant is elegant and exciting. It’s the kind of place you want to show off to those who think they know where all the hot spots are in the city!Duo Restaurant offers a seasonal changing menu with the freshest ingredients available from our local farms. Choose from a selection of appetizers or entrees that will satisfy the biggest meat eaters or the most discerning vegetarians.
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4. Tavernetta Denver
4.7
Exceptional(387)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 105 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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5. Guard & Grace - Denver
4.9
Exceptional(6382)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 136 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. Spuntino
4.8
Exceptional(2040)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Highlands
Booked 16 times today
If you are booking an earlier reservation (up to 7:15pm) please be mindful of our need to reseat your table with later reservations. If you would like to dine for longer than the time listed for your party size when you book, please either take a later reservation or you are more the welcome to call us to chat about options. If you are unable to find the reservation you are looking for, don't hesitate to call us directly! If we are fully booked, you are always welcome to call ahead (5-10 minutes out) for any available seats to dine at our bar or last-minute openings. If you are running late or if your reservation plans change at all, please call. We can only hold your table for up to 10 minutes without hearing from you. We are a small restaurant full of lovely, dedicated people and communicating with us candidly is always the best way. We look very much forward to your visit!
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7. BRUTØ
4.8
Exceptional(57)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 21 times today
The heart of BRUTØ lies in our hearth, a live fire sustained by oak wood and manned by our chefs from open to close each and every day. You’ll find that our menu is centered around brutalist ideas, curated thoughtfully and carefully in a way that encourages little to no waste between our tasting counter and our bar program. Our efforts in sustainable practices are showcased through our vast fermentation program and our commitment to locality by way of partnerships with our local farmers and ranchers. BRUTØ's intimate setting offers the opportunity to witness each and every step in the culinary process up close.BRUTØ is located inside of Free Market on the Dairy Block of downtown Denver. The dining room consists of an intimate chef's counter that faces into our open kitchen. Make a reservation to join us for our Chef's Tasting Menu Tuesday-Sunday evenings.
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8. Stellar Jay
4.6
Exceptional(165)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Denver
Booked 38 times today
Stellar Jay offers a vibrant rooftop dining experience featuring live-fire cooking with shared plates amidst Colorado’s urban and mountain vistas in Downton Civic Center, Denver. The nature-based menu honors ingredients cooked over the open flame and inspired by seasonal harvests.
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9. North Italia – Denver
4.8
Exceptional(4429)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Cherry Creek
Booked 110 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.
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10. Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO
4.6
Exceptional(1513)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 45 times today
Offering gastropub fare and from-scratch cooking with a culinary commitment to local and seasonal ingredients, the food is both craveable and bold. At the bar, a wide range of local craft beers are available, an option for every palate and plate. Craft cocktails are made with fresh fruit purees, juices, and premium liquors, while wines come in 25 varieties. Enjoy your lunch, dinner, daily happy hour or weekend brunch craft brew while watching the game on one of the flat screens amidst an open kitchen, central bar and a patio that soaks up the sun. Whether it's a cozy dinner for two or lunch with the whole office, Thirsty Lion is the perfect destination for any party size, including large groups and events.

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  • Erin BattagliaVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •26 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    First of all, I want to thank our server, Anna, for being fantastic! She was incredibly helpful and friendly, she made our experience so memorable! We did restaurant week and we all really enjoyed our food! The food was really tasty and creative! The vibe of the place is also really cool. Would highly recommend this place!
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    LingerPrice: Expensive• Global, International• Highlands
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    4.7
  • Devika
    Miami - Dade •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Having been to Alma Fonda Fina and felt that this was the best meal I'd had in Denver, I was truly excited to dine at Mezcaleria Alma. It exceeded my expectations - the services was exactly as it was at Alma Fonda Fina - warm, attentive, and on par with other Michelin Star experiences. The drinks were exceptional, and the food was sublime. I can't wait to come back and experience this again - it was truly delightful and felt so special! I highly recommend!!
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    Mezcaleria AlmaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• LoHi
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    5
  • OpenTable Diner
    Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The happy hour menu is well worth the price! Great cocktails, amazing quality meats and cheeses, quick service.
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    Tavernetta DenverPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown / LoDo
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    4.7
  • Lisette
    Greater Boston •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    An incredible experience! Our server, Steven, was exceptionally kind and attentive. We were celebrating a friend’s birthday, and the staff went above and beyond by giving her a heartfelt birthday card signed by the team—a truly personal touch unlike anything I’ve experienced at a restaurant. The octopus, filet mignon, and Caesar salad were all flawless, easily a 10/10. And the cookies for dessert? The perfect finishing touch!
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    Guard & Grace - DenverPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / LoDo
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    4.9
  • OpenTable Diner
    Denver / Colorado •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Lucas was a fantastic bartender and the food was incredible, can’t wait to come back.
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    Duo RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Highlands
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    4.7

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