Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Highlands

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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DenverDenver Suburbs

Neighborhoods

CentralCherry CreekDenverDowntown / LoDoHighlandsLoHi

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

MICHELIN

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

44 restaurants available nearby

1. Alma Fonda Fina

5.0

Exceptional(205)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • LoHi

Booked 107 times today

Chef Curiel makes his solo restaurant debut with Alma Fonda Fina, a restaurant dedicated to sharing the integrity, tradition and culturally rich experiences that defined his culinary journey and create a transportive dining experience that embodies the beauty of Mexico. As Chef Curiel continues to push the boundaries of taste and tradition, he pays homage to his roots and uses food as a way to showcase his cultural pride.

2. Mezcaleria Alma

5.0

Exceptional(97)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • LoHi

Booked 53 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.

3. Bar Dough

4.4

Awesome(1350)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Highlands

Booked 32 times today

Bar Dough is a neighborhood restaurant with a modern take on regional Italian cuisine, utilizing the rich agricultural bounty that Colorado has to offer. Acclaimed Chef Stefy DeVita's ever-evolving menu of seasonal dishes, handmade pasta, & wood fired pizza has drawn rave reviews locally and nationally. Our Italian-inspired cocktails, wine list, & non-alcoholic alternatives have been carefully curated to complement our culinary offerings. Bar Dough is a service included restaurant; a 20% service fee will be added to all final bills. 100% of the service fee is distributed to the staff in an equitable manner. ***Please note we reserve both low and high top seating, and do our best to accommodate seating requests whenever possible***

4. Señor Bear

4.8

Exceptional(652)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Highlands

Booked 12 times today

Señor Bear is a Latin American-inspired kitchen and bar in the LoHi neighborhood of Denver. We strive to marry the culinary traditions of Latin America with refined, modernized cooking techniques. Our bar program showcases classic Latin spirits, including rum, pisco, tequila, mezcal and cachaça.

5. Sushi Ronin

4.8

Exceptional(463)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Highlands

Booked 2 times today

Sushi Ronin offers a traditional menu focused on Japanese cuisine. Our fish is flown whole daily and broken down before service so we can give our customers the highest quality product. Along with a menu of the freshest sushi, Sushi Ronin's full-service bar offers a variety of wines, cocktails and spirits. Most popular however are its sakes, Japanese beers and whiskeys. It is open daily for dinner except Monday with extended weekend hours. You can also stop by for its Happy Hour specials from 5pm-6:30pm and Tuesday all day Happy Hour to enjoy deals on drinks and small plates.

6. Tavernetta Denver

4.7

Exceptional(334)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 103 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.

7. The Wolf's Tailor

4.8

Exceptional(92)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sunnyside

Booked 14 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.

A photo of The Pig & The Sprout restaurant

8. The Pig & The Sprout

4.6

Exceptional(862)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 10 times today

Located in Denver’s thriving Union Station neighborhood, our menu embodies the dual nature of its name. Featuring both hearty and light items, it provides thoughtful, creative seasonal fare for vegans and meat-eaters alike. Even the bar program gives a nod to this split focus – our quirky, sexy cocktails are paired to both palates. We’re proud to source ingredients locally and make items in-house whenever possible. We designed the space to make guests feel like they’re at a casual get-together hosted by their most stylish friend. Climbing vines, antique books, garage doors that overlook two patios, sleek couches for lounging and community tables for making new friends come together to welcome guests, whether they’re wearing flip flops or a suit (or both).Please visit our website www.pigandsprout.com for a link to our online gift card store for all the food lovers on your list.

9. BRUTØ

4.8

Exceptional(44)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 4 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.

10. STK – Denver

4.3

Awesome(3967)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 46 times today

STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.

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Yuri
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Great service and delicious meals! From cocktails to desserts everything was perfect and incredible. Chef Johnny has done it again!!
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Mezcaleria AlmaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• LoHi
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5
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Matt
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Great food and service! The best halibut I’ve had in a long time.
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Alma Fonda FinaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• LoHi
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5
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Shaylyn
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
5 Stars – Amazing Food, Great Vibes! Bar Dough is an absolute gem! The food was incredible—everything we ordered was so flavorful and perfectly cooked. You can really taste the quality and care in every bite. The atmosphere was just as good as the food—the music selection was on point, creating a fun but relaxed vibe. The staff was super friendly and attentive, making us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. Plus, the crowd was great—just the right mix of people enjoying a good night out. Definitely a must-visit spot! Can’t wait to go back! And the Lemoncello Spritz with pear and cinnamon was so fresh paired with the pasta, while still warm and ju st perfection!!!<333
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Bar DoughPrice: Expensive• Italian• Highlands
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4.4
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Clay
Denver / Colorado •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great Food, portions sizes were laughable for the prices charged. Also a 20% service charge was automatically added before tip.
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Señor BearPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Highlands
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4.8
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Jennifer
Central Kentucky •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 16, 2025
Great food and happy hour is very nice! We will definitely be coming back.
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Sushi RoninPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Highlands
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4.8

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