Best Restaurants for Foodies in Platt Park

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1. Izakaya Den

4.8

Exceptional(1927)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Platt Park

Booked 49 times today

Izakaya Den is Denver’s popular Japanese gastropub, modeled after the lively after hours establishments found throughout Japan. The restaurant is located on South Pearl Street and is the second restaurant of the Kizaki brothers, founders and owners of Sushi Den. The menu is arranged in a tapas style, serving traditional Japanese small plates along with dishes infused with international flavors and textures. The more traditional Japanese offerings include sashimi and nigiri, sourced from daily fish shipments from around the globe, along with dumplings and noodle dishes. The global cuisine experiments with a bevy of different flavors including unique items such as Grilled Panzanella Salad (jumbo lump crab, toasted focaccia, local goat cheese, pistachios, plum wine vinaigrette), Kobe Beef Sliders (seared foie gras, pomme frittes). A gluten-free menu is also available along with a popular weekday happy hour from 5 to 6:30 pm.

2. Que Bueno Suerte!

4.7

Exceptional(325)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Washington Park

Booked 21 times today

Que Bueno Suerte! is a creative, modern Mexican restaurant with artful surroundings that create a union between ancient Mayan and modern Mexican artwork and architecture. Inspired by the boldness of Mexico, the menu features innovative Latin cuisine prepared by our talented culinary team. A menu of modern eclectic small plates and entrees is punctuated by an extensive tequila and mezcal list, as well as a variety of seasonal cocktails.

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3. Guard & Grace - Denver

4.8

Exceptional(6183)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 105 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.

4. Matsuhisa Denver

4.9

Exceptional(2767)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Cherry Creek

Booked 71 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.

5. Ukiyo

4.8

Exceptional(99)

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. Tavernetta

4.7

Exceptional(236)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 63 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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7. Culinary Dropout - Denver

4.5

Awesome(1238)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mayfair

Booked 71 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.

8. Xiquita

4.7

Exceptional(108)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Denver

Booked 24 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!

9. Barolo Grill

4.8

Exceptional(3851)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 43 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.

10. Luca

4.7

Exceptional(2094)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Central

Booked 31 times today

Chef Frank Bonanno dug into his Sicilian heritage and east coast roots to create this authentic, rustic Italian eatery. Luca has amazing personal touches from the daily made breads and pastas to the meats and cheeses cured in house, to the charcoal drawing of Bonanno’s son (and the restaurant’s namesake) that hangs in the dining room. Luca is heartwarming and satisfying from the wood-fired pizzas to the hand-rolled pastas to the perfectly seared proteins. It’s not your ordinary pile-of-pasta-and-sauce Italian joint; it’s the real (and tasty) deal.

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OscarVIP
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
A great restaurant, with not only great food but the decor as well as staff are fantastic.
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Que Bueno Suerte!Price: Moderate• Mexican• Washington Park
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4.7
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meganVIP
Denver / Colorado •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Luca was amazing!! The food was great, as always, and we had 2 littles with us and everyone was so accommodating.
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Izakaya DenPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Platt Park
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4.8
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WHITNEY
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had the MOST INCREDIBLE MEAL in Denver!! We had some really chatty people sitting next to us at the dinner, which was no fault of the restaurant, but it was a bit weird. WE WILL BE BACK 10X! Thank you, Chefs!
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UkiyoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese Speciality• Whittier
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4.8
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MelissaVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
A fabulous experience in every way! My husband and I (big foodies) went the night after Christmas for dinner with my in-laws and the food and service were excellent. We ordered the crispy rice with spicy tuna, french onion soup and two salads to start which were all delicious. Same for our entrees: the black cod, 16oz ribeye, pork chop and 4 oz sirloin with the truffle gnocchi, brussel sprouts and carrots on the side. Our server and the chef were very accommodating to my MIL's strict restrictions / modifications. If you can request a server, ask for Jonathan. Since pre-covid, service at restaurants has been fairly disappointing, but not here. Jonathan was by far the best server we've had anywhere in a very long time. Looking forward to returning on our next trip to see our parents.
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Guard & Grace - DenverPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / LoDo
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4.8
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Sarah
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 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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50 restaurants available nearby

1. Izakaya Den

2. Que Bueno Suerte!

3. Guard & Grace - Denver

4. Matsuhisa Denver

5. Ukiyo

6. Tavernetta

7. Culinary Dropout - Denver

8. Xiquita

9. Barolo Grill

10. Luca

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