Best Restaurants for People Watching in Art District on Santa Fe

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1. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(4427)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 61 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)

2. Urban Farmer

4.6

Exceptional(2087)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 38 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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3. 801 Chophouse - Denver

4.9

Exceptional(2604)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 48 times today

Experience only the finest, aged, USDA prime steaks and attentive, personable service in an authentic New York style steakhouse right in the heart of Cherry Creek. Combined with a daily fresh sheet that includes Maine lobster, innovative side dishes, small-batch bourbons and scotches, and an award-winning wine selection from around the world, you're sure to have an amazing culinary experience you won't find anywhere else in Denver. 801 Chophouse in Denver is open and is accepting reservations online, as well.

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4. ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown

4.6

Exceptional(5167)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 28 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. Ocean Prime - Denver - Larimer Square

4.8

Exceptional(7486)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 62 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.

6. Satchel's on 6th

4.9

Exceptional(1570)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cherry Creek

Booked 25 times today

Satchel's on 6th.Named after the owner’s youngest son, Satchel’s on 6th is the place to eat and drink. Our Chef has created a contemporary, eclectic, New American neighborhood menu using seasonal ingredients that results in refined flavors and inspired plates. We've put our heart and soul into this place and it gives us great pleasure to serve you. Warm wood tones and exposed brick highlight this cozy, 50 seat space that has made its home on East Denver reinvigorated 6th Avenue. Says Casalini, Our goal is to become the best go-to, indispensable restaurant in the neighborhood. Period. End of story.

7. Sunday Vinyl

4.7

Exceptional(45)

Price: Very Expensive

• Wine Bar • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 10 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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8. Le Bilboquet - Denver

4.7

Exceptional(1938)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Cherry Creek

Booked 42 times today

Le Bilboquet, bringing a premier French restaurant experience to Denver and Cherry Creek North.This bistro is modeled after the Upper East Side original — a dining room dressed in white linens, with velvet seats, dark wood, and brass finishes. The Denver menu will include traditional and modern French fare, as well as the house special: Cajun Chicken.Le Bilboquet is a 6,000-square-foot location at 3rd and Saint Paul has a premier 70 seat patio, a beautiful lounge, a 24 seat private dining room and a main dining room that can seat up to 110 guests.Reservations over 6 guests in the dining room please inquire at Reservations@lebilboquetdenver.com

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9. True Food Kitchen - Cherry Creek

4.5

Awesome(3696)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cherry Creek

Booked 110 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Denver for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located in Denver at Cherry Creek North, at the corner of East 2nd Avenue and Detroit Street. Across from Orvis, next to See Eyewear. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

10. Ultreia

4.4

Awesome(988)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 20 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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Dennisvip
Denver / Colorado •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
An extraordinary experience from the moment you walk in the door. An extensive wine list and menu that tastes incredibly Italian.
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Venice Ristorante & Wine BarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown / LoDo
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4.8
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Michael
Vancouver / British Columbia •63 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Good show! A true steak house. We arrived from Vancouver CDA & absolutely enjoyed our culinary experience. Our server Shannon was top drawer and the horseradish - whoa! Come on in, the cocktails to the beef is exceptional.
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801 Chophouse - DenverPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / LoDo
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4.9
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Carter
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was my wife's and my first experience at Ocean Prime and we could not speak more positively about the experience. Robert, the restaurant manager, gave us the sweet assist upstairs. Then we were fortunate to be matched with our server, Tim, who painted a Monet-style painting with his words when walking us through the menu. Large portions, the ability to halve sides, great cocktails - top-notch across the board. I ordered the 10 oz Filet Mignon and it was the best steak I've had all year, bar none. The environment and experience exceeded our expectations! Thank you Robert + Tim for a great first experience! We will look forward to coming back soon! Big cheers
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Ocean Prime - Denver - Larimer SquarePrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Downtown / LoDo
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4.8
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julievip
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always top 10. Never disappointed here. Food is amazing! Do not skip soup dumplings or porkbelly!
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ChoLon Modern Asian - DowntownPrice: Expensive• Asian• Downtown / LoDo
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4.6
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Selmavip
Cincinnati / Dayton •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Urban Farmer was spectacular like always! We celebrated my best friends 24th birthday and the food was phenomenal. Our waiter, Andrew, was so nice and even gave us a few birthday surprises like this corn bread with a salty butter. There’s no better place to celebrate a birthday. Andrew was awesome!!
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Urban FarmerPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / LoDo
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4.6

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21 restaurants available nearby

1. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

2. Urban Farmer

3. 801 Chophouse - Denver

4. ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown

5. Ocean Prime - Denver - Larimer Square

6. Satchel's on 6th

7. Sunday Vinyl

8. Le Bilboquet - Denver

9. True Food Kitchen - Cherry Creek

10. Ultreia

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