Best Casual Restaurants in Thornton

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1. Asti D' Italia

4.1

Excellent(913)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Westminster

Booked 3 times today

Set in a comfortable relaxed atmosphere, Asti d'Italia is a fine Italian restaurant with mouth-watering menu items and an approachable comprehensive wine list that creates a memorable experience for any special occasion, or just a simple taste of the Italian countryside.

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2. Go Fish Sushi - Broomfield

5.0

Exceptional(49)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Westminster

Booked 2 times today

CAPTIVATING DENVER'S SUSHI PALATE SINCE 2015—Go Fish Sushi fits right in amongst the trendy shopping, eating, and drinking destinations on 136th Ave. – packed with personality and local flavors, this restaurant has been a favorite of locals for over a decade. Here you can grab a beautifully prepared Japanese meal, a drink at the bar that serves a variety of wines, local beers, custom cocktails, and imported sakes. Relax for dinner or drinks as you experience the fresh & beautifully decorated sushi. Independently owned and operated, Go Fish Sushi continues to deliver Sushi with an attitude. If you love Go Fish Sushi located on South Broadway, then you will love the Broomfield location that opened in early 2015. Located in a quiet suburban neighborhood, Go Fish Broomfield brings a casual fine dining experience. This beautiful restaurant offers the same menu, but also has the time to offer more unique weekly appetizer specials with a different range of sushi/sashimi.

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3. Acreage by Stem Ciders

4.4

Awesome(1569)

Price: Expensive

• American • Lafayette

Booked 15 times today

Acreage, the first culinary venture from Stem Ciders, is a collaboration by Stem and Colorado Farmers, bringing you the freshest ingredients on the front range. Born from an inspiring landscape and dynamic team, Acreage brings the urban cider house experience found in Stem's RiNo restaurant and taproom, to the countryside with elevated dishes and views that are healthy for your soul. Acreage is located about 5 minutes from downtown Lafayette with the best view in Colorado, with a huge outdoor space for all ages to enjoy. Playground, hammocks, mountain views and lots of Cider! **Please review the descriptions for the different Seating Areas on our website before making a reservation**If you are looking at an experience, and it's unavailable, it's likely that time is booked, try another time or give us a call! www.acreageco.com

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4. Bucatino Trattoria Romana

4.6

Exceptional(176)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lafayette

Booked 12 times today

Welcome to Bucatino Trattoria Romana, We are an authentic Roman Italian restaurant with homemade mozzarellas, homemade pasta, desserts and more. Our specialty is homemade tick hollow pasta in four different recipes. With a beautiful roman decor, rustic, casual but modern ambiance plus a large bar, spacious dining room, plus a private room up to 50 people for large parties, a wonderful patio for dining al fresco, plenty of parking that will make your experience very pleasant and authentic. Looking forward to to cooking you an incredible authentic roman Italian meal. Buon appetito! Chef Marco Monnanni & staff.

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5. Famille - Westminster

4.3

Awesome(177)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Westminster

Booked 11 times today

Combining local flavors and ingredients from the Rocky Mountain region for a classic yet contemporary steakhouse experience, Famille brings a refined take on dining to the Westminster community. Modern culinary touches are applied to the region’s bounty producing a casual upscale dining experience paired with a carefully crafted beverage program you are sure to enjoy.

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6. The Post Chicken & Beer - Lafayette

4.7

Exceptional(703)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Lafayette

Booked 14 times today

At The Post, we brew delicious, award-winning beers and fry up the crispiest, juiciest hot chicken around. We serve it with our kitchen's take on vegetarian and seafood dishes, fresh salads, farm fresh and innovative sides - classics remade for modern times and tastes. We make the traditional, uncommonly memorable

7. Bacon Social House - Sunnyside

4.8

Exceptional(1103)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Sunnyside

Booked 19 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.

8. 740 Front

4.7

Exceptional(1604)

Price: Expensive

• American • Louisville

Booked 14 times today

“One of Colorado's 10 most iconic, historic restaurants and a Must Eat” Denver Post, July 2018 Please join us at 740 Front in Historic Downtown Louisville. Designated historical, 740 is one of Colorado's two oldest remaining saloons; transformed back to its 1904 roots; a traditional American dining saloon with a turn of the century ambiance featuring a magnificent room dominating bar, built in 1880 by the Brunswick Company,. The copper spit trough, once equipped with running water, still exists at the front of the bar. Louisville, notorious for its drinking, gambling, and illegal activities, evidence of the occasional misunderstanding is the .22 caliber bullet hole in the front bar. The bar offers a selection of craft beers, wines, handcrafted cocktails and an extensive craft bourbon selection.Dinner Tue. thru Sat. From casual to fine dining."Something for everyone" with "Steaks not well done but done well"

9. Masters

4.5

Awesome(129)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Erie

Welcome to Masters! We’re so happy you’re here.We are currently accepting reservations for inside and outside dining on the patio for parties of up to 8 guests. Walk-in’s are accepted if tables are available. Not interested in dining in with us? Call us at 303.926.1723*2 with carry out available,From our family to yours – thank you for your support

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10. Bigsby’s Folly Craft Winery & Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(412)

Price: Moderate

• Winery • River North (Denver)

Booked 5 times today

Step into the charm of Bigsby’s Folly, Denver’s full-production craft winery and restaurant. Housed in a historic 1886 building with soaring 30’ ceilings and stunning 10’ chandeliers, our winery offers an unforgettable atmosphere paired with award-winning wines.We collaborate with California’s most prestigious vineyards to craft vintages by renowned winemaker Brian Graham. Enjoy our extensive wine list, shared plates, craft beers, or specialty cocktails.Whether you’re here for a relaxed dinner, weekend brunch (Sat & Sun, 10:30 am–2 pm), or a private event, Bigsby’s Folly is the perfect destination.Good to Know:Parking: Free street parking, nearby garages, and steps from the 38th & Blake St. Light Rail Station.Outdoor Seating: First-come, first-served.Groups: Parties over 10 receive one check (can split evenly). For 15+, contact Cassie@BigsbysFolly.com or call 720-908-8903.Kitchen: Closes 1 hour before the winery.Come sip, savor, and celebrate with us at Bigsby’s Folly!

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Stephanie
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
By far the best dining experience I have had in a very long time. We went for the first time for my birthday, and I could not ask for more. Staff was wonderful even though it was 10 degrees out, food on point and cider incredible. We will be back, especially in the summer, in shorts, with the doggos!!
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Acreage by Stem CidersPrice: Expensive• American• Lafayette
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4.4
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Juan
Denver / Colorado •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent food, outstanding service. It is great to have such a great spot for sushi close to where we live. Thank you so much for making our date night a lovely one.
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Go Fish Sushi - BroomfieldPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Westminster
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5
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Brooke
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We really enjoyed our experience here. The atmosphere is friendly and casual. We were there early evening on a Friday, so it was quiet. The waitress was knowledgeable and attentive. The food was delicious. Gnocchi was light flavorful. We especially enjoyed the option of large and small servings for most of the entrees. Already planning to go there again soon.
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Asti D' ItaliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Westminster
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4.1
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KathleenVIP
Denver / Colorado •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
One of my very favorite lunch spots. Great food, great service(Thank you Luis!) and quiet enough at lunch to actually have a conversation.
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Bucatino Trattoria RomanaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Lafayette
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4.6
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Dennis
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 8, 2025
Great experience. Amy and Rebecca are outstanding. They made our experience excellent.
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Famille - WestminsterPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Westminster
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4.3

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17 restaurants available nearby

1. Asti D' Italia

2. Go Fish Sushi - Broomfield

3. Acreage by Stem Ciders

4. Bucatino Trattoria Romana

5. Famille - Westminster

6. The Post Chicken & Beer - Lafayette

7. Bacon Social House - Sunnyside

8. 740 Front

9. Masters

10. Bigsby’s Folly Craft Winery & Restaurant

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