Best Casual Restaurants in River North (Denver)

106 restaurants available nearby

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1. Yardbird Table & Bar - Denver

4.6

Exceptional(437)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • River North (Denver)

Booked 31 times today

We welcome you to Yardbird Denver located in the heart of RiNo. At Yardbird, our famous fried chicken is the heart of our Southern hospitality, celebrated by culinary giants like James Beard and Bon Appétit. Our menu reflects cherished family recipes and genuine warmth, capturing the essence of Southern charm. From our vibrant Miami Beach origins to our global expansion, we've remained committed to culinary excellence, honoring timeless American classics while embracing innovation.

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2. Stem Ciders - RiNo

4.3

Awesome(93)

Price: Moderate

• American • River North (Denver)

Booked 5 times today

Stem Ciders newest Taproom and community restaurant is open and offering hand crafted hard ciders and curated cocktails complementing elevated, casual cuisine. Full bar, live music, amazing culinary creations topped with amazing service! We allow 2 hours for dining, and ask you to respect that during our busiest times so we can see as many guests that we can. We welcome you to grab another cider and hang outside! Newborns, babies and toddlers are just little humans, and they count as a person in your party.For parties greater than 10ppl up to 20 ppl please call us for reservations. Any parties larger than 20ppl are considered an event, and requests can be made through this link: https://stemciders.com/private-events/Tuesdays - Industry Night! Deals and Specials! Wednesdays - Wine Down Wednesdays! Brunch: Thursday - Friday 12-3pmSat/Sun - 11-3pm

3. Federales - RiNo

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Price: Moderate

• Mexican • River North (Denver)

Booked 12 times today

Federales is a lofty, open-air restaurant and bar concept with a casual atmosphere. Centered around tasty drinks, delicious tacos, and an urban industrial vibe, it's the go-to bar for guests looking to have a good time and a memorable experience. Federales also takes pride in actively supporting local artists and engaging with the communities they serve.

4. Tavernetta Denver

4.7

Exceptional(259)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 95 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.

5. Alma Fonda Fina

4.9

Exceptional(111)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • LoHi

Booked 94 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.

6. Mezcaleria Alma

5.0

Exceptional(60)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • LoHi

Booked 45 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.

7. Ship Tavern

4.0

Excellent(2263)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 14 times today

Thank you for choosing to dine with us at The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, "Where the World Registers."Ship Tavern opened in 1934 after the repeal of prohibition making it the oldest restaurant in our hotel. The décor includes a complete mast and crow’s nest, an old ship’s clock, Jamaican rum barrels, and a collection of sailing ship models former hotel owner, Boettcher, acquired on a visit to Cape Cod.Listen to live music and enjoy a lively meal in a vintage pub atmosphere. Savor our famous prime rib, burgers, sandwiches, seafood and steaks. Enjoy our wide selection of beers, wines and unique cocktails. Satisfy your sweet tooth with our delectable desserts.Enjoy John Kite, live on the piano, Friday & Saturday evenings from 8:00 to 10:00 pm. In order to accommodate parties of 8 or more guests, please contact us directly 3033128943

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8. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(4486)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 63 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. At the moment we do not offer valet parking, however The Crawford offers valet parking and is available in front of Union Station. Please note, we are not affiliated with The Crawfords' Valet Parking or the parking garages around our location, thank you; Ciao!

9. Osteria Marco

4.6

Exceptional(4961)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 52 times today

Chef-driven, artisan Italian nestled in the heart of iconic Larimer Square. Osteria Marco is fine dining quality in a casual setting. We believe in craftsmanship and artistry—pizzas hand tossed to order, pasta hand rolled daily, cheese (like our famous burrata) and salumi crafted on site. Bartenders muddle and infuse; wines evolve to reflect the variety of the Italian countryside and climate. Descend the grand staircase, hunker down and, really... try the burrata. Don't forget to join us for Drag Bingo Brunch every Sunday alongside bottomless mimosas and a scratch Italian brunch!

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10. North Italia – Denver

4.7

Exceptional(4370)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 139 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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BenjaminVIP
Denver / Colorado •13 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
I did like the look and ambiance of the space. The food was mostly good, especially the chicken. I didn't care for the cornbread, very dry and not much flavor. The drinks were decent. This was our team holiday dinner, party of 8. We had an early reservation so the place was not busy when we arrived. Our group was a little disappointed with the service. Our server seemed a little stressed in keeping up with our table, which we thought was odd, since ours was the only large party there at the time. A colleague in our group asked for a to go box and he received a little bit of an attitude from our server, saying he was helping another table first. Lastly, I ordered the strawberry shortcake to go. Honestly, this dessert was terrible! It was made using their biscuits. Very dry, hardly any strawberries or cream. Top 5 worst restaurant desserts!
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Yardbird Table & Bar - DenverPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Southern• River North (Denver)
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4.6
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Rob
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Happy Hour at the Bar! Nice setting, friendly Bartenders, great drinks, wonderful food. What's not to like?
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Tavernetta DenverPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown / LoDo
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4.7
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Laurie
Denver / Colorado •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We enjoyed a wonderful meal there. Each course was better than the last! Might not have ordered the halibut or the sirloin and instead paid more attention to the smaller bites. The sauces were amazing, the guacamole out of this world! Highly highly recommend! Service was impeccable, friendly, informative, fun. I’m picky about my margaritas and there’s were amazing! We also tried the avocado. Margarita, delicious!
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Alma Fonda FinaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• LoHi
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4.9
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Kori
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 16, 2024
We had a great time playing music bingo! Great staff
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Stem Ciders - RiNoPrice: Moderate• American• River North (Denver)
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4.3

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106 restaurants available nearby

1. Yardbird Table & Bar - Denver

2. Stem Ciders - RiNo

3. Federales - RiNo

4. Tavernetta Denver

5. Alma Fonda Fina

6. Mezcaleria Alma

7. Ship Tavern

8. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

9. Osteria Marco

10. North Italia – Denver

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