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    Dining Guide

    Aug 30, 2019 19 minutes

    SYMBOL KEY

    NEW

    Indicates a restaurant featured in 5280 for the first time (though not necessarily a restaurant that has just opened).

    25 BEST

    Indicates inclusion in our annual list of Denver's best restaurants, released each October. These selections are at the discretion of 5280 editors and are subject to change.

    PRICE KEY (Average Entrée)

    $ under $10

    $$ $11 to $15

    $$$ $16 to $25

    $$$$ $26 and higher

    A

    25 BEST

    12 at Madison $$

    Congress Park / American With a menu offering 18 small plates meant for sharing, this cozy restaurant is ideal for dining with a small group. Reservations accepted. 1160 Madison St., 720-216-0190. Dinner

    Ace Eat Serve $$$

    Uptown Area / Asian This Uptown restaurant and ping-pong hall features Asian-inspired cuisine and 11 ping-pong tables. Try the Szechuan shrimp wontons. Reservations accepted. 501 E. 17th Ave., 303-800-7705. Dinner

    25 BEST

    Acorn $$

    RiNo / American Contemporary American cuisine is served from an oak-fired oven and grill at this beloved spot. Reservations accepted. The Source, 3350 Brighton Blvd., 720-542-3721. Lunch, Dinner

    African Grill & Bar $$$

    Lakewood / African Head to this cheery African restaurant for rich stews, fried fish, rice dishes, and friendly service. Also try the Green Valley Ranch location. Reservations not accepted. 955 S. Kipling Pkwy., 720-229-7778. Lunch, Dinner

    NEW

    American Grind $$

    Washington Park West / American This sustainably minded burger joint serves burgers, fries, and ice cream made with locally sourced ingredientseven the ketchup and mustard are made in-house. 81 S. Pennsylvania Ave., 970-420-8484. Lunch, Dinner

    25 BEST

    Annette $$$

    Aurora / American Enjoy a family-style menu featuring seasonal salads, toasts, and wood-grilled fare. Reservations accepted. Stanley Marketplace, 2501 Dallas St., Ste. 108, 720-710-9975. Dinner, Brunch

    25 BEST

    Arcana $$$$

    Boulder / American This charming Boulder restaurant aims to explore the roots of American heritage through food. Reservations accepted. 909 Walnut St., Boulder, 303-444-3885. Dinner, Brunch

    Ash'Kara $$$

    LoHi / Middle Eastern Chef Daniel Asher offers a playful take on Middle Eastern cuisine at this colorful, plant-bedecked eatery. Reservations accepted. 2005 W. 33rd, 303-537-4407. Dinner, Brunch

    Avanti Food & Beverage $$

    Highland / Global Current tenants include Street Feud, Chicken Rebel, Brava! Pizzeria Della Strada, QuickFish Poke Bar, Quiero Arepas, and the Rotary. 3200 Pecos St., 720-269-4778. Lunch, Dinner, Brunch

    B

    Bamboo Sushi $$$

    LoHi / Sushi This Portland-born sustainable sushi spot will make you feel good about each bite of sashimi you take. Reservations accepted. 715 17th St., 303-284-6600. Dinner

    25 BEST

    Bar Dough $$$

    Highland / Italian Tuck into wood-fired pizzas and comforting pastas at this casual gathering place. Reservations accepted. 2227 W. 32nd Ave., 720-668-8506. Dinner, Brunch

    Barolo Grill $$$$

    Cherry Creek / Italian Dedication to authenticity translates to the food and wine menus at this eatery focused on cuisine of northern Italy's Tuscany and Piedmont. Reservations accepted. 3030 E. Sixth Ave., 303-393-1040. Dinner

    25 BEST

    Basta $$$

    Boulder / Italian This wood-fired spot offers pizza made from house-milled grains. Reservations accepted. 3601 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, 303-997-8775. Dinner

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