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Restaurants in Denver

The Denver restaurants below have been hand-picked by our guide author and are grouped into three pricing categories:
Expensive (over US$70)
Moderate (US$40 to US$70)
Cheap (up to U$40)
These Denver restaurant prices are for an average three-course meal and half a bottle of house wine or cheapest equivalent per person; they do not include tax or tip.

Sushi Den

Price: Moderate

This Denver restaurant has been churning out top-quality sushi for over 25 years. A firm favourite with locals, the restaurant serves up classic sushi and sashimi in stylish surroundings. The owners import all their fish fresh from local Japanese markets, and the place is always packed. A must-try is the deep-fried green tea ice cream. Unusual but heavenly.

Address: 1487 South Pearl Street, Denver, United States
Telephone: 303 777 0826.
http://www.sushiden.net

Restaurant Kevin Taylor

Price: Expensive

Restaurant Kevin Taylor is definitely up there among the very best restaurants in Denver. Located in the luxurious Hotel Teatro, Kevin Taylor’s reputation as a nationally acclaimed chef and local restaurateur legend precedes him. With this restaurant, he has created contemporary cuisine that emphasises flavour and treads a fine line between fusion and French, the American southwest and the Asian Rim.

Address: Hotel Teatro, 1106 14th Street, Denver, United States
Telephone: 303 820 2600.
http://www.ktrg.net/rkt/index.html

BeauJo’s

Price: Cheap

If you’re looking for New York-style pizza, you won’t find it here. BeauJo’s is all about Colorado-style pizzas. The restaurant works to make the healthiest food while harming the environment as little as possible. Don’t think for a second though that the food is short on flavour or taste. There are a large number of possibilities when it comes to building your own pizza, and if pizza isn’t what you’re looking for you won’t be short on options either.

Address: 2710 South Colorado Boulevard, Denver, United States
Telephone: 303 758 1519.
http://www.beaujos.com

Cherry Cricket

Price: Cheap

A dive bar in the upmarket Cherry Creek district may not sound like the most promising eating experience in Denver, but the burgers in this place are divine. The bar offers over 70 types of beer, 30 types of vodka and a good selection of wines, while the food menu makes almost any burger topping possible, even peanut butter. It quickly becomes clear why this restaurant never struggles to attract a fun crowd and is a regular winner of ‘best bar food' awards.

Address: 2641 East 2nd Avenue, Denver, United States
Telephone: 303 322 7666.
http://www.cherrycricket.com

Elway’s

Price: Expensive

Named after NFL legend John Elway, Elway’s is undoubtedly one of Denver’s finest steakhouses. Despite the high prices, you won’t find the place stuffy but rather relaxed with a distinct Colorado-inspired atmosphere. Patrons can choose between hand-cut prime steaks, fin fish, crustacean and more. The food is always fresh, as the menu changes with market availability. Be sure to try the Spicy Steak Chilli – a favourite with everyone who’s tasted it.

Address: 2500 East First Avenue, Unit 101, Denver, United States
Telephone: 303 399 5353.
http://www.elways.com

Fruition Restaurant

Price: Expensive

This relaxed Denver restaurant serves classic American dishes to an adoring public. Set in an intimate house-style venue, customers munch through dishes like bavette steak au poivre and organic duck breast. The restaurant has an impeccable wine list and the maître d is more than happy to talk you through it. Beware though, it gets booked up fast so make sure you reserve a table at weekends.

Address: 1313 East 6th Avenue, Denver, United States
Telephone: 303 831 1962.
http://www.fruitionrestaurant.com

Cucina Colore

Price: Moderate

This modern Italian restaurant offers traditional Italian flavours with a contemporary flair, and never fails on freshness. Located in the heart of the Cherry Creek neighbourhood, the restaurant is always upbeat yet provides a warm, intimate setting to enjoy your meal. Be sure to have the delicious peach bread pudding for dessert.

Address: 3041 East 3rd Avenue, Denver, United States
Telephone: 303 393 6917.
http://www.cucinacolore.com

Zengo

Price: Moderate

This eclectic and energetic restaurant is located in the cool Riverfront Park area of Denver. The Latin-Asian-style food makes for vibrant flavour combinations that will surely keep your taste buds intrigued. Try a number of the restaurant’s varied dishes, as they are made for sharing. The edamame is infamous - whether you order the salted or XO-style version.

Address: 1610 Little Raven Street, Denver, United States
Telephone: 720 904 0965.
http://www.richardsandoval.com/zengodenver

Lime

Price: Cheap

This American cantina is one of four Colorado locations. Once you’ve tasted the fine Mexican food here, you’ll have no question as to why the entire state is crazy for Lime. The place is especially popular on Tuesdays, when tacos only cost US$1. Prepare to wait to enjoy this bargain though. The restaurant’s selection of margaritas, mojitos and cerveza should hold you over until meal time.

Address: 730 East 6th Avenue, Denver, United States
Telephone: 303 722 5463.
http://www.eatatlime.com
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