Dining Guide
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
$$$$ $26 and higher
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25 BEST
12 at Madison $$
Congress Park / American With a menu of small plates meant for sharing, Jeff Osaka’s cozy restaurant is ideal for dining with a small group. Reservations accepted. 1160 Madison St., 720-216-0190. Dinner
Ace Eat Serve $$
Uptown Area / Asian This Uptown restaurant and ping-pong hall features Asian-inspired cuisine and ping-pong tables. Reservations Accepted. 501 E. 17th Ave., 303-800-7705. Dinner
25 BEST
Acorn $$
RiNo / American Contemporary American cuisine is served from an oak-fired oven and grill at this popular spot. Reservations accepted. The Source, 3350 Brighton Blvd., 720-542-3721. Lunch, Dinner
African Grill & Bar $$$
Lakewood / African Head to this cheery African restaurant for rich stews, fried fish, rice dishes, and friendly service. Also try the Green Valley Ranch location. Reservations accepted. 955 S. Kipling Pkwy., Lakewood, 720-229-7778. Lunch, Dinner
25 BEST
Annette $$
Aurora / American Enjoy a family-style menu featuring seasonal salads, toasts, and wood-grilled fare. Reservations accepted. Stanley Marketplace, 2501 Dallas St., Ste. 108, Aurora, 720-710-9975. Dinner, Brunch
25 BEST
Arcana $$$$
Boulder / American This charming Boulder restaurant aims to explore the roots of American heritage through food. Pair a cider with the Colorado trout or the Caribou Ranch steak. Reservations accepted. 909 Walnut St., Boulder, 303-444-3885. Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
Ash’Kara $$$
LoHi / Middle Eastern Chef Daniel Asher offers a playful take on Middle Eastern cuisine at this colorful, plant-bedecked eatery. Try the saganaki. Reservations accepted. 2005 W. 33rd, 303-537-4407. Dinner, Brunch
Avanti Food & Beverage $$
Highland / Global Visit this collective eatery to sample new and exciting restaurant ideas. 3200 Pecos St., 720-269-4778. Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
B
Bamboo Sushi $$$
LoHi / Sushi This Portland-born sustainable sushi spot will let you feel good about each bite of sashimi and nigiri you take. Try the seared scallop
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