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A photo of North Italia – Denver restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4365)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Cherry Creek
Booked 127 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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4.7
Exceptional(3077)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Cherry Creek
Booked 37 times today
General Manager, Oscar Venegas and Executive Chef Marcus Jimenez are serving authentic Italian American food in the heart of Congress Park. Shells and Sauce brings Old Country taste to a cozy neighborhood restaurant. If you’re craving home-made lasagna, meat or fish, Shells and Sauce has a variety of savory appetizers and entrees to chose from. We also boast an extensive wine list to pair with anything you choose, and we offer delicious desserts to top off your evening. Whether you sit on our rooftop or in our main dining room to watch our open kitchen, Shells and Sauce is a great place to entertain friends or family in an inviting setting. Step into our kitchen and let us share our passion for food!
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4.4
Awesome(1173)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Cherry Creek
Booked 11 times today
Café Mercato, located in Denver, is a modern Italian restaurant, owned and operated by Giancarlo Macchiarella of Locanda del BorgoMercato’s light and airy atmosphere and design permeates throughout the modern space. With a large open kitchen and large wine “library”, you will feel right at home sipping on a glass of select wine while watching the chefs create your meal.The menu at Café Mercato is based on Southern Italian fare with a lighter approach. All of the pastas and sausages are made in-house, as well as gelato and desserts. Enjoy homemade pizza from our over imported from Italy and other selections from our wood-fire grill. Come visit us with your family and friends for our “family-style” specials, happy hour, Bon appétit!
A photo of Linger restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(7667)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Highlands
Booked 118 times today
Housed in a former mortuary, the decor layers macabre remnants with posh details in a window-flanked space overlooking the charming Lower Highland neighborhood. The drink menu features sips and seasonings as savory as the dishes with which they're paired. While the rooftop patio-outfitted with 1975 GMC RV as bar and repurposed food truck as kitchen- beckons patrons towards adventure.
A photo of Guard & Grace - Denver restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(6201)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 137 times today
Chef Troy Guard’s largest and most exciting concept, Guard and Grace, is a 9,000 square ft. modern American steakhouse located at 1801 California Street in downtown Denver. The sophisticated new space offers private dining areas, one of Denvers largest patios, an expansive raw bar, a wood burning oven and open kitchen.
A photo of Stellar Jay restaurant
4.5
Awesome(108)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Denver
Booked 35 times today
Stellar Jay offers a vibrant rooftop dining experience featuring live-fire cooking with shared plates amidst Colorado’s urban and mountain vistas in Downton Civic Center, Denver. The nature-based menu honors ingredients cooked over the open flame and inspired by seasonal harvests.
A photo of El Five restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4204)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Highlands
Booked 112 times today
Nestled high above LoHi on the fifth floor of 2930 Umatilla, El Five boasts spectacular, unobstructed views of the downtown Denver skyline. The menu is an homage to the Mediterranean and features small plates built on bold flavors found throughout the region: Spain, North Africa, the Middle East. Inside, the space is understated and sensual, flanked by a large, open-air patio for sun-kissed Colorado nights. As the newest restaurant in the Edible Beats family, El Five celebrates the confluence of flavors, ideas and geographies made possible by a subtle shift in perspective.
A photo of BRUTØ restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(30)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 29 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.
A photo of Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille - Park Meadows restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(7026)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Highlands Ranch / Lone Tree
Booked 123 times today
Located in the Park Meadows Retail Resort, Perry’s Park Meadows is bringing our award-winning menus, iconic signatures, tableside presentations and impeccable service to the Mile High City. Our spacious main dining room can host up to 175 guests, inviting all to join in the Perry’s experience complemented by our lively color palette with details of ravishing glass structures and a warm, inviting ambience that is unmatched in its design.Perry’s open-kitchen concept allows guests to catch glimpses of chefs putting Perry’s twists on Steakhouse signatures, as guests dine amongst our two-story-high wine tower featuring Perry’s carefully-curated selection from vineyards around the world. Guests can join us in Bar 79 for glasses and bottles of these wines, or raise their glass with handcrafted cocktails on the outdoor patio as they soak up crisp mountain air, all while savoring our full menu.
A photo of Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1490)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 45 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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  • Nancy
    Denver / Colorado •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Food was very good. Service was excellent. It’s loud in there because there isn’t much to break up the noise but that’s not a deal breaker. We were a little surprised at the portion sizes of the pasta dishes. I’m not saying they should serve an entire family but they seemed a little skimpy. The branzino was delicious. We’ll go back for sure.
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    North Italia – DenverPrice: Moderate• Italian• Cherry Creek
    4.7
  • JimVIP
    Denver / Colorado •67 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    First brunch at Linger. Enjoyed Dinner several times over past 3 years. Food is always outstanding. Unable to get consistent table service here. Friendly staff, so maybe training or turnover? We’ll be back.
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    LingerPrice: Expensive• Global, International• Highlands
    4.6
  • Gene
    Las Vegas •41 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food was great and a nice selection of wines by the glass. Our waitress was very helpful. We had a lovely evening. Try the chicken parm - excellent!
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    Cafe MercatoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Cherry Creek
    4.4
  • Samantha
    Denver / Colorado •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We had a great night out, dinner at Shells and Sauce and then Blossoms of Light. The staff at Shells was so nice. We had a warm greeting and sat upstairs. It is a really cozy space. Our waiter Jamus (sp?) was very friendly and attentive and made great recommendations. Food was deeeelicious and prices were good. We will definitely be coming back.
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    Shells and SaucePrice: Moderate• Italian• Cherry Creek
    4.7
  • MelissaVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    A fabulous experience in every way! My husband and I (big foodies) went the night after Christmas for dinner with my in-laws and the food and service were excellent. We ordered the crispy rice with spicy tuna, french onion soup and two salads to start which were all delicious. Same for our entrees: the black cod, 16oz ribeye, pork chop and 4 oz sirloin with the truffle gnocchi, brussel sprouts and carrots on the side. Our server and the chef were very accommodating to my MIL's strict restrictions / modifications. If you can request a server, ask for Jonathan. Since pre-covid, service at restaurants has been fairly disappointing, but not here. Jonathan was by far the best server we've had anywhere in a very long time. Looking forward to returning on our next trip to see our parents.
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    Guard & Grace - DenverPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / LoDo
    4.8
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