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1. Hey Kiddo
4.8
Exceptional(38)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Highlands
Booked 18 times today
Hey Kiddo is a good + fun restaurant, serving up thoughtful cuisine by Chefs Kelly Whitaker and Egan Ma in a playful atmosphere; Book your full dinner experience here, but be sure to come early or stay late for a sip at Ok Yeah, our walk-in only cocktail and hand roll bar tucked in the back of the restaurant.
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2. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar
4.8
Exceptional(4427)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 66 times today
Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar in Downtown Denver provides first class Italian cuisine! Facilitating all of your event needs, from private receptions, corporate events, anniversaries and birthdays. Our amazing wine list showcases 500 Italian wines and 300 worldwide wines. We offer valet parking by the restaurant main entrance (Valet parking is a private company not related to Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar)
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3. Urban Farmer
4.6
Exceptional(2087)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 37 times today
In a world of white tablecloths and subtle snobbery, we're doing something rare: being real. We're less steak and more house. Our house - and yours. Urban Farmer was founded on the idea that combining responsibly sourced food, high-quality ingredients and down-to-earth values would create a new kind of steakhouse, where people could create memories and communities could thrive.
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4. ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown
4.6
Exceptional(5167)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 37 times today
ChoLon, which translates to "big market,” is named after the largest Chinese-influenced market in Saigon, Vietnam. At ChoLon, Chef Lon Symensma brings to life his extensive culinary travels throughout Southeast Asia. ChoLon's menu features inspired interpretations of traditional dishes found across the region, with presentations ideal for sharing. From dim sum or "small bites" to large family style plates, ChoLon offers authentic flavors for the modern palate. The bar and lounge serves handcrafted, artisanal cocktails developed to complement Symensma’s cuisine. The venue is also ideal for business meetings, presentations, large parties and events. ChoLon’s professional staff will deliver top quality service and a memorable experience.
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5. Sunday Vinyl
4.7
Exceptional(44)
Price: Very Expensive
• Wine Bar • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 14 times today
Nestled in Denver's vibrant Union Station neighborhood, right next to Tavernetta, Sunday Vinyl is where every night feels like a joyous dinner party. We're spinning the greatest vinyl records, pouring exceptional wines, and serving show-stopping food that delights the senses.Our menu is all about simplicity and excellence: we source the finest ingredients, treat them with the utmost respect, and create crave-worthy dishes designed to pair perfectly with our award-winning wine program. Whether you're dropping in spontaneously or have a reservation, you'll find a warm welcome and a memorable dining experience.Sunday Vinyl has garnered impressive accolades, including being a James Beard Foundation semi-finalist, included in 5280's Best Restaurants in Denver, and earning recognition from Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast. Join us and discover why every night at Sunday Vinyl is a celebration of great food, wine, and music.
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6. Ocean Prime - Denver - Larimer Square
4.8
Exceptional(7486)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 74 times today
Located on Denver's Historic Larimer Square Block, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language or graphics Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.
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7. Bacon Social House - Sunnyside
4.8
Exceptional(1083)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • Sunnyside
Booked 34 times today
At Bacon Social House, breaking bread means building bonds over a shared love of brunch. Not to be confused with your average mom-and-pop pancake joint, Bacon rejects the expected to create an unforgettable food experience. Inspired by amped-up takes on American classics, our bacon-forward menu brings decadent flavors that satisfy and surprise. From our signature bacon flight to our churro French toast to piled-high Bloody Marys, there is something on our menu for everyone and every occasion.Join us at Bacon Sunnyside, our flagship location, to start your day off right! Situated in Cobbler’s Corner, this two-floor, mid-century-modern space is a hidden gem in Denver’s Sunnyside neighborhood.
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8. Ultreia
4.4
Awesome(987)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 22 times today
We are a Spanish and Portuguese restaurant with a lively atmosphere, serving plates from the Iberian Peninsula that are meant to be shared. Gin tonics and sherry adorn the cocktail menu along with Basque ciders.
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9. Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO
4.7
Exceptional(1477)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 31 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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10. Woodie Fisher Kitchen + Bar
4.6
Exceptional(123)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 19 times today
The oldest remaining structure in Denver’s iconic Union Station neighborhood, historic Hose House No. 1 was one of the first fire stations in Denver. Established as a volunteer fire station in 1881, before the City of Denver created a paid fire department, it has been lovingly restored and re-imagined as an iconic, inclusive kitchen & bar.Named after one of Denver’s earliest fire foremen, Redwood “Woodie” Fisher, Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar reflects the historic building’s symbol of heritage, quality, and character. Those same values return to the historic Hose House through intentional, thoughtful design and menu items that will surprise, intrigue, and welcome.Located on the corner of 20th and Chestnut on the edge of Denver’s Union Station, Lower downtown and Ballpark neighborhoods, Woodie Fisher is an ideal location for baseball fans, city explorers, and local neighbors.

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