Best Casual Restaurants in Highlands

188 restaurants available nearby

1. Bar Dough

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Highlands

Booked 33 times today

Bar Dough is a neighborhood restaurant with a modern take on regional Italian cuisine, utilizing the rich agricultural bounty that Colorado has to offer. Acclaimed Chef Stefy DeVita's ever-evolving menu of seasonal dishes, handmade pasta, & wood fired pizza has drawn rave reviews locally and nationally. Our Italian-inspired cocktails, wine list, & non-alcoholic alternatives have been carefully curated to complement our culinary offerings. Bar Dough is a service included restaurant; a 20% service fee will be added to all final bills. 100% of the service fee is distributed to the staff in an equitable manner. ***Please note we reserve both low and high top seating, and do our best to accommodate seating requests whenever possible***

2. Sushi Ronin

4.7

Exceptional(461)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Highlands

Booked 12 times today

Sushi Ronin offers a traditional menu focused on Japanese cuisine. Our fish is flown whole daily and broken down before service so we can give our customers the highest quality product. Along with a menu of the freshest sushi, Sushi Ronin's full-service bar offers a variety of wines, cocktails and spirits. Most popular however are its sakes, Japanese beers and whiskeys. It is open daily for dinner except Monday with extended weekend hours. You can also stop by for its Happy Hour specials from 5pm-6:30pm and Tuesday all day Happy Hour to enjoy deals on drinks and small plates.

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3. Highland Tap & Burger

4.7

Exceptional(25)

Price: Moderate

• American • Highlands

Booked 3 times today

Highland Tap & Burger is a casual bar and restaurant with a wide selection of beverages, delicious burgers and other tasty appetizers and entrées. Located in the heart of LoHi (Lower Highland), on the outskirts of downtown Denver, it is popular with locals and new-comers alike. The atmosphere at Highland Tap & Burger is comfortable and casual with a stylish, contemporary flair. The spacious patio lets guests enjoy some fresh air while they eat and drink on mild days and nights, and the restaurant is known for its friendly and professional staff. The HTB smashed burger is a crowd favorite at Highland Tap & Burger, and guests can enjoy it and other dishes with a Tap That! Lager or any number of other selections from the extensive beer menu.

4. Tavernetta

4.7

Exceptional(241)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 68 times today

Authentic Italian. Genuine Hospitality. Inspired by the food, wine, and culture of Italy, Tavernetta brings "la dolce vita" style to Denver's bustling Union Station neighborhood with fresh handmade pastas, an Italian directed wine & spirits list and world-class hospitality.Tavernetta's cuisine and wine have been heralded by the James Beard Foundation, the Michelin Guide, World's 50 Best Discovery List, Wine Spectator and more.

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5. Guard & Grace - Denver

4.8

Exceptional(6192)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 108 times today

Chef Troy Guard’s largest and most exciting concept, Guard and Grace, is a 9,000 square ft. modern American steakhouse located at 1801 California Street in downtown Denver. The sophisticated new space offers private dining areas, one of Denvers largest patios, an expansive raw bar, a wood burning oven and open kitchen.

6. Acova

4.7

Exceptional(2062)

Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Highlands

Booked 30 times today

Acova is writing the next chapter of one of Denver’s great neighborhoods. An iconic locale in a historic district, Acova builds on the rich story of “The Northside” (now known as LoHi) by breathing new life into an address with soul. Even its name pays homage to its South Broadway sibling restaurant The Hornet, while tipping a cap to its storied Italian predecessor Patsy’s. The place you bring friends and family from out of town to show them what Denver’s all about. The place you go for that after work cocktail, or your go to date spot, whether it’s your first or 50th date. The place you get the group together on a Saturday night, and where you recover together on a Sunday morning. Acova is the next Highlands institution, bearing vintage flair and contemporary charm that threads the past into the future. Acova brings you back time and again because you are part of this story now, and Acova is part of yours.

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7. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(4471)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 96 times today

Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar in Downtown Denver provides first class Italian cuisine! Facilitating all of your event needs, from private receptions, corporate events, anniversaries and birthdays. Our amazing wine list showcases 500 Italian wines and 300 worldwide wines. At the moment we do not offer valet parking, however The Crawford offers valet parking and is available in front of Union Station. Please note, we are not affiliated with The Crawfords' Valet Parking or the parking garages around our location, thank you; Ciao!

8. Osteria Marco

4.6

Exceptional(4951)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 24 times today

Chef-driven, artisan Italian nestled in the heart of iconic Larimer Square. Osteria Marco is fine dining quality in a casual setting. We believe in craftsmanship and artistry—pizzas hand tossed to order, pasta hand rolled daily, cheese (like our famous burrata) and salumi crafted on site. Bartenders muddle and infuse; wines evolve to reflect the variety of the Italian countryside and climate. Descend the grand staircase, hunker down and, really... try the burrata. Don't forget to join us for Drag Bingo Brunch every Sunday alongside bottomless mimosas and a scratch Italian brunch!

9. Bao Brewhouse

4.5

Awesome(946)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 28 times today

(RESERVATIONS FOR THE TAP ROOM ARE ONLY AVAILABLE DURING LUNCH HOURS and MONDAY EVENINGS)(ONE AND A HALF HOUR TIME LIMIT)Bao Brewhouse is a multi-concept restaurant, the first floor is known as the Tap Room, in which you will find service via QR codes, WALK-IN'S ONLY, Chinese street food inspired fare and a local rotating draft list. The second floor is known as our Tea Room, there you will find a more traditional dining experience with a twist. The Tea Room menu and ambiance lend to more curated and intimate affair, with a vast tea selection ranging from herbal to puer, a thoughtfully selected wine list with a tea-centric cocktail program to satisfy even the most adventurous of palates. The Tea room has a DJ every Tuesday, Thursday - Saturday giving the room a not-so-stuffy feeling.**Please note** Bao Brewhouse holds two separate flights of stairs to enter each of the two dining rooms. The building does NOT have an elevator. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

10. Tamayo Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(4396)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 19 times today

Located in Historic Larimer Square, Tamayo is a chic spot with a vast rooftop deck with sweeping views of the mountains. The innovative Latin menu is carefully crafted by world-renowned Chef Richard Sandoval who is often hailed as the “Father of Modern Mexican Cuisine.” Savory & authentic, the upscale Mexican cuisine at Tamayo will make any meal an unforgettable experience. With a collection of over 100 tequilas and agave-based spirits, Tamayo is also a hotspot for margaritas & hand-crafted cocktails.

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EvanVIP
New York City •12 reviews
4.0
Dined today
Great Italian place in Denver, with some unique twists on dishes (duck confit pasta, bison ragu). Staff was friendly and service was quick. It’s a small space, though, so reservations are definitely recommended and it can get a little noisy.
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Bar DoughPrice: Expensive• Italian• Highlands
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4.5
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MelissaVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
A fabulous experience in every way! My husband and I (big foodies) went the night after Christmas for dinner with my in-laws and the food and service were excellent. We ordered the crispy rice with spicy tuna, french onion soup and two salads to start which were all delicious. Same for our entrees: the black cod, 16oz ribeye, pork chop and 4 oz sirloin with the truffle gnocchi, brussel sprouts and carrots on the side. Our server and the chef were very accommodating to my MIL's strict restrictions / modifications. If you can request a server, ask for Jonathan. Since pre-covid, service at restaurants has been fairly disappointing, but not here. Jonathan was by far the best server we've had anywhere in a very long time. Looking forward to returning on our next trip to see our parents.
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Guard & Grace - DenverPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / LoDo
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4.8
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Kristi
Atlanta Metro •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Amazing experience! Started with the prosciutto, a pinot grigio, and had the tagliatelle, followed by the torta. It was all so wonderful! HIGHLY recommend the tagliatelle!! I sat at the bar, where Caesar waited on me, and he was exceptional. Highly attentive but not over-bearing; he was personable and friendly. I loved the ambiance as well. It should also be said, Caesar went above and beyond, and is an expert in his craft! Make a reservation, and you will not be disappointed.
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TavernettaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown / LoDo
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4.7
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JonathanMVIP
San Antonio •29 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
Deliciously well-prepared sushi and great service. We'll be back!
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Sushi RoninPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Highlands
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4.7
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chuck
Denver / Colorado •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Oct 2024
We were a group of 6. Wings, nachos, and smash burgers were all great!
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Highland Tap & BurgerPrice: Moderate• American• Highlands
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4.7

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188 restaurants available nearby

1. Bar Dough

2. Sushi Ronin

3. Highland Tap & Burger

4. Tavernetta

5. Guard & Grace - Denver

6. Acova

7. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

8. Osteria Marco

9. Bao Brewhouse

10. Tamayo Restaurant

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