The last twelve months brought Denver a great deal of dining diversity and what seems to be an unprecedented number of attractive new restaurants. We looked back at the places that joined the fray in the last year and we present the 30 most significant ones, ranked and mapped for your convenience.
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Only weeks old, this modern Chinese spot from the team behind Uncle is inspired, thoughtful, and heartfelt. Whatever you do, don't miss the steamed eggplant.
Bar Dough, chef Max Mackissock's return to the kitchen, is a home run. A fabulous front and back of the house team offers wood-fired pizzas, pastas, and salads in a fun upbeat environment.
A daring American restaurant located in a former dive bar, Rebel challenges diners with dishes like the half roasted pig's head in a format that makes a dish like that surprisingly approachable.
This twelve month old spot on South Broadway blends the flavors of Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore under the direction of executive chef Lon Symensma and chef de cuisine Ryan Gorby.
There are two locations to choose from if you crave the rich tonkotsu ramen created by chef Jeff Osaka. Another highlight at the RiNo and Cherry Creek spots is the chicken kara age.
This new American restaurant is worth the drive to Golden. Chef Nick Ames creates seasonal dishes that make vegetables the star of the show while still pleasing meat lovers.
Younger sibling to Brazen, this neighborhood bistro charms and surprises with innovative food and top notch hospitality. A seasonal highlight is the pork cheek ragout.
This music venue, dive bar, and barbecue parlor is everything that Denver wants to be right now: daring in its location, unafraid in its combination of uses, and traditional in its food.
Owned by Bill Miner and Brian Albano, this new casual Berkeley meat emporium offers sandwiches, soups, and more in-house and a variety of meaty goodies to go.
After a four year absence, Ototo, brainchild of the Kizaki brothers who also own Sushi Den and Izakaya Den, returned in a new format and with an upgraded interior.
Housing seven different small food vendors, including Quiero Arepas and Poco Torteria, this modern food hall is still buzzing in the LoHi neighborhood.
A family-owned operation, this hip modern day taqueria offers classic creations with a twist. From the arrachera to the tinga and the shrimp, there is something for everyone's taste.
This health conscious fine casual eatery is led by chef Justin Brunson who also owns Old Major and Masterpiece Deli. A major highlight is the salmon sandwich.
Only weeks old, this modern Chinese spot from the team behind Uncle is inspired, thoughtful, and heartfelt. Whatever you do, don't miss the steamed eggplant.
Bar Dough, chef Max Mackissock's return to the kitchen, is a home run. A fabulous front and back of the house team offers wood-fired pizzas, pastas, and salads in a fun upbeat environment.
A daring American restaurant located in a former dive bar, Rebel challenges diners with dishes like the half roasted pig's head in a format that makes a dish like that surprisingly approachable.
This twelve month old spot on South Broadway blends the flavors of Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore under the direction of executive chef Lon Symensma and chef de cuisine Ryan Gorby.
There are two locations to choose from if you crave the rich tonkotsu ramen created by chef Jeff Osaka. Another highlight at the RiNo and Cherry Creek spots is the chicken kara age.
This new American restaurant is worth the drive to Golden. Chef Nick Ames creates seasonal dishes that make vegetables the star of the show while still pleasing meat lovers.
Younger sibling to Brazen, this neighborhood bistro charms and surprises with innovative food and top notch hospitality. A seasonal highlight is the pork cheek ragout.
This music venue, dive bar, and barbecue parlor is everything that Denver wants to be right now: daring in its location, unafraid in its combination of uses, and traditional in its food.
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