DINING GUIDE
PRICE KEY (Average Entrée)
$ UNDER $10
$$ $11 TO $15
$$$ $16 TO $25
$$$$ $26 AND HIGHER
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SYMBOL KEY
NEW
Indicates a restaurant featured in 5280 for the first time (though not necessarily a restaurant that has just opened).
25 BEST
Indicates inclusion in our annual list of Denver’s best restaurants, released each October. These selections are at the discretion of 5280 editors and are subject to change.
A
25 BEST 12 at Madison $$
Congress Park / New American With a menu offering 18 small plates meant for sharing (plus one large-format dish meant to feed two to four people), Jeff Osaka’s cozy restaurant is ideal for dining with a small group. Reservations accepted. 1160 Madison St., 720-216-0190. Dinner
25 BEST Acorn $$
RiNo / New American Contemporary American cuisine with Southern and Moroccan notes is served from an oak-fired oven and grill at this mainstay inside the Source. Reservations accepted. The Source, 3350 Brighton Blvd., 720-542-3721. Lunch, Dinner
25 BEST Annette $$$
Aurora / American Acorn’s former sous chef, Caroline Glover, brings a warm dining experience to Stanley Marketplace with Annette. 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 $$$$
Boulder / American This charming Boulder restaurant explores the roots of American heritage through food. Pair a cider with the Colorado lamb. Reservations accepted. 909 Walnut St., Boulder, 303-444-3885. Dinner, Brunch
Avanti Food & Beverage $$
Highland / Global Visit this collective eatery to sample new, exciting restaurant ideas. Current tenants include Lea Jane’s Hot Chicken, Meta Asian Kitchen, Bistro Georgette, and more. 3200 Pecos St., 720-269-4778. Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
Avelina $$$$
LoDo / American This upscale restaurant offers a sleek atmosphere and beautifully composed plates with worldly flavors. Sample everything from charred octopus to tuna tartare to short ribs with a yuzu glaze. Reservations accepted. 1550 17th St., Ste. 120, 720-904-6711. Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
B
25 BEST Barolo Grill $$$$
Cherry Creek / Italian Dedication to authenticity translates to the food and extensive wine menu at this elegant eatery, which is focused on the cuisines of northern Italy’s Tuscany and Piedmont regions. Reservations accepted. 3030 E. Sixth Ave., 303-393-1040. Dinner
25 BEST Beast & Bottle $$$$
Uptown Area / Seasonal A sustainable-sourcing mantra permeates a menu featuring everything from local lamb to cod collars. Reservations accepted. 719 E. 17th Ave., 303-623-3223. Dinner, Brunch
25 BEST Beckon $$$$
RiNo / Scandinavian Chef Duncan Holmes brings an elevated, intimate, ticketed dining experience to Larimer Street. The Scandinavian-influenced menu changes seasonally, and excellent, thoughtful wine pairings are available. Reservations required. 2843 Larimer St., 303-749-0020. Dinner
Bistro Vendôme $$$
LoDo / French This romantic spot on Larimer Square conjures up Paris with crusty bread, excellent coffee, and a tranquil patio. Reservations accepted. 1420 Larimer St., 303-825-3232. Dinner, Brunch
Family-Friendly Fare $$$
Chef-owner Razz Cortes-Maceda opened in Aurora as a love letter to her Windy City hometown. Go for juicy hot dogs topped with the likes of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos; Polish sausage sandwiches; burritos stuffed with french fries and your choice of meat; and creamy shakes.
