DINING GUIDE
PRICE KEY (Average Entrée)
$ UNDER $ 10 ▪ $$ $ 11 TO $ 15 ▪ $$$ $ 16 TO $ 25 ▪ $$$$ $ 26 AND HIGHER.
SYMBOL KEY
NEW
Indicates a restaurant featured in 5280 for the first time (though not necessarily a restaurant that has just opened).
25 BEST
Indicates inclusion in 5280’s 2019 list of Denver’s best restaurants; we did not release a 2020 or 2021 list due to COVID-19 disruptions and closures. These selections are at the discretion of 5280 editors and are subject to change.
A
25 BEST Annette $$$
Aurora / American Acclaimed chef Caroline Glover brings a warm dining experience to Stanley Marketplace with Annette. Enjoy a family-style menu featuring salads, toasts, and wood-grilled fare. Reservations accepted. Stanley Marketplace, 2501 Dallas St., Ste. 108, Aurora, 720-710-9975. Dinner, Brunch
Arabesque $$
Boulder / Mediterranean Sip house-made chai tea while sampling Middle Eastern delights—such as hummus, shawarma wraps, and baba ghanoush—in this charming, sun-filled lunch spot in downtown Boulder. Reservations not accepted. 1634 Walnut St., Boulder, 720-242-8623. Breakfast, Lunch
Audrey Jane’s Pizza Garage $$
Boulder / Pizza Expect perfect New York–style sourdough pies featuring inventive topping combinations at Audrey Jane’s Pizza Garage. Reservations not accepted. 2675 13th St., Boulder, 303-442-2032. Lunch, Dinner
B
Bar Max $$
Congress Park / Contemporary This European bistro offers a simple, curated menu. Enjoy small bites like prosciutto, brie, and fig spread sandwiches with a glass of prosecco in a cozy and stylish space. Reservations accepted. 2412 E. Colfax Ave., 303-333-0003. Dinner
Barcelona Wine Bar $$
RiNo / Spanish This trendy wine bar specializes in Spanish wine and food. Try the paella mariscos. Reservations accepted. 2900 Larimer St., 303-816-3300. Dinner, Brunch
25 BEST Barolo Grill $$$$
Cherry Creek / Italian Dedication to authenticity translates to the food and extensive wine menu at this elegant eatery, which is focused on the cuisines of northern Italy’s Tuscany and Piedmont regions. Reservations accepted. 3030 E. Sixth Ave., 303-393-1040. Dinner
25 BEST Beckon $$$$
RiNo / Contemporary Chef Duncan Holmes brings an elevated, intimate dining experience to Larimer Street. The seasonal menu changes frequently, and excellent, thoughtful wine pairings are available. Reservations required. 2843 Larimer St., 303-749-0020. Dinner
Big Mac & Little Lu’s $$$
Westminster / Seafood Enjoy carefully sourced seafood and thoughtfully paired beverages at this Florida-inspired spot. Go for a po’boy sandwich or the mussels and fries. Reservations accepted for parties of eight or more. 2851 E. 120th Ave., Westminster, 303-404-2722. Lunch, Dinner
25 BEST Blackbelly $$$
Boulder / American Chef Hosea Rosenberg’s meaty menu focuses on charcuterie, small plates, and daily butcher specials. Try the crispy pig ears with red pepper jelly. Check out the butcher shop and grab-and-go market,
