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A photo of Cart Driver LoHi restaurant
1. Cart Driver LoHi
5.0
Exceptional(30)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • Whittier
Booked 17 times today
Chefs Jacob Thornton and Louie Betrus and their team have created a menu designed for sharing. Wood-fired pizza, house-made pasta, freshly shucked oysters, and rotating seasonal market plates are perfect for pairing with natural wines, craft cocktails and local beers, and an extensive selection of amaro.
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2. Duo Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3650)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Highlands
Booked 17 times today
Duo Restaurant is a treasure for those seeking a special dining experience tucked in Denver’s hippest neighborhood, Highland. Duo offers a relaxed and unassuming environment attracting diners who might wish to linger over a cup of coffee, a glass of wine at the bar, or to enjoy a hearty meal.The stylish neighborhood restaurant is elegant and exciting. It’s the kind of place you want to show off to those who think they know where all the hot spots are in the city!Duo Restaurant offers a seasonal changing menu with the freshest ingredients available from our local farms. Choose from a selection of appetizers or entrees that will satisfy the biggest meat eaters or the most discerning vegetarians.
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3. The Grand Atrium at the Brown Palace
4.4
Awesome(4853)
Price: Very Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 38 times today
Home of Afternoon Tea & Atrium Cocktails.Afternoon Tea, a decades-long tradition at The Brown Palace, is set amid the historic grandeur of the Atrium Lobby serenaded by a melodic piano. Guests enjoy a pot of properly brewed English tea accompanied by scones served with Devonshire cream and preserves, savory tea sandwiches, and a delightful array of classic tea pastries.Atrium Cocktails are open Tuesday through Saturday evenings. Sip on classic cocktails, wine, or a refreshing pint with charcuterie and other inventive dishes. Live music by The John Kite Jazz Quartet will complete an unforgettable and lively experience.
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4. Woodie Fisher Kitchen + Bar
4.4
Awesome(143)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 19 times today
The oldest remaining structure in Denver’s iconic Union Station neighborhood, historic Hose House No. 1 was one of the first fire stations in Denver. Established as a volunteer fire station in 1881, before the City of Denver created a paid fire department, it has been lovingly restored and re-imagined as an iconic, inclusive kitchen & bar.Named after one of Denver’s earliest fire foremen, Redwood “Woodie” Fisher, Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar reflects the historic building’s symbol of heritage, quality, and character. Those same values return to the historic Hose House through intentional, thoughtful design and menu items that will surprise, intrigue, and welcome.Located on the corner of 20th and Chestnut on the edge of Denver’s Union Station, Lower downtown and Ballpark neighborhoods, Woodie Fisher is an ideal location for baseball fans, city explorers, and local neighbors.
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5. Acova
4.8
Exceptional(2102)
Price: Moderate
• Comfort Food • Highlands
Booked 36 times today
Acova is writing the next chapter of one of Denver’s great neighborhoods. An iconic locale in a historic district, Acova builds on the rich story of “The Northside” (now known as LoHi) by breathing new life into an address with soul. Even its name pays homage to its South Broadway sibling restaurant The Hornet, while tipping a cap to its storied Italian predecessor Patsy’s. The place you bring friends and family from out of town to show them what Denver’s all about. The place you go for that after work cocktail, or your go to date spot, whether it’s your first or 50th date. The place you get the group together on a Saturday night, and where you recover together on a Sunday morning. Acova is the next Highlands institution, bearing vintage flair and contemporary charm that threads the past into the future. Acova brings you back time and again because you are part of this story now, and Acova is part of yours.
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6. Spuntino
4.8
Exceptional(2028)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Highlands
Booked 23 times today
If you are booking an earlier reservation (up to 7:15pm) please be mindful of our need to reseat your table with later reservations. If you would like to dine for longer than the time listed for your party size when you book, please either take a later reservation or you are more the welcome to call us to chat about options. If you are unable to find the reservation you are looking for, don't hesitate to call us directly! If we are fully booked, you are always welcome to call ahead (5-10 minutes out) for any available seats to dine at our bar or last-minute openings. If you are running late or if your reservation plans change at all, please call. We can only hold your table for up to 10 minutes without hearing from you. We are a small restaurant full of lovely, dedicated people and communicating with us candidly is always the best way. We look very much forward to your visit!
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7. Buckhorn Exchange
4.6
Exceptional(2263)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Central
Booked 34 times today
Welcome to a taste of history! Denver’s original steakhouse, The Buckhorn Exchange is located in the city’s oldest neighborhood, just 5-minutes from downtown Denver -- with a light-rail stop right across the street. This National Historic Landmark and Western Museum has been serving the finest in Old West fare since 1893. Prime grade beef steaks, buffalo prime rib, elk, salmon, quail, game hen, and succulent baby-back pork ribs are just some of the marvelous offerings on the Buckhorn menu. Exotic appetizers such as alligator tail and buffalo sausage are available, and no dinner is complete without the house specialty, Rocky Mountain Oysters.For lunch we serve up a lighter fare including our renowned Grandma Fanny’s pot roast sandwich, enormous beef and buffalo burgers and more!
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8. Ocean Prime - Denver - Larimer Square
4.8
Exceptional(7600)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 44 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.
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9. Church and Union - Denver
4.6
Exceptional(131)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 11 times today
NOW OPEN! A 5th Street Group Concept | Modern-American cuisine served in a casual yet refined atmosphere with food by Top Chef Alum Jamie Lynch and Chef Partner Adam Hodgson. Brought to you by the team from Church and Union Charleston, Tempest Charleston, Church and Union Nashville, Ophelia's Pizza + Bar - Nashville, Church and Union Charlotte and La Belle Helene Charlotte. Church and Union Denver is located in the heart of Downtown Denver on 17th Street between Blake and Market Streets.
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10. Ship Tavern
4.0
Excellent(2272)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 10 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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  • Bobbi
    Denver / Colorado •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The most flavorful and unique brunch I’ve had in a long time. Warm and cozy ambiance , music gave a groovy vibe. Lastly, service was exemplary. Highly recommend!
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    Duo RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Highlands
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    4.7
  • Gayle
    Denver / Colorado •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We love Acova. We always have an enjoyable dinner every time we go there! The staff are friendly and helpful. The food and drinks are the best. The atmosphere is enjoyable. This was the first time we were seated on the bar side. While it wasn’t as wonderful as the dining room side, we still enjoyed ourselves and our dinner and have no complaints!
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    AcovaPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Highlands
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    4.8
  • Nathalie
    Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The best pizza I’ve gotten in years! Everything else was also amazing, everyone was super nice and the place is super nice too!
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    Cart Driver LoHiPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Whittier
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    5
  • Colin
    Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Appreciated the two included plates of sandwiches, as we were still hungry after one. Atmosphere was lively and fun. You could tell the restaurant was running like a well oiled machine for Valentines Day but it honestly added to the ambiance for us, as the servers were polite but not obtrusive, and didn’t try to upsell us on anything we didn’t want. Dessert plate was a little too sweet for our palates but was still enjoyable, overall experience was great. Would do again next year.
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    The Grand Atrium at the Brown PalacePrice: Very Expensive• Afternoon Tea• Downtown / LoDo
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    4.4
  • Jeffrey
    Alabama •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 9, 2025
    Great ambiance, lighting is really cool. Food was perfect and great value. We had a great experience, highly recommend
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    Woodie Fisher Kitchen + BarPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / LoDo
    •
    4.4

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