Best Casual Restaurants in Wheat Ridge

108 restaurants available nearby

1. Alma Fonda Fina

5.0

Exceptional(101)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • LoHi

Booked 113 times today

Chef Curiel makes his solo restaurant debut with Alma Fonda Fina, a restaurant dedicated to sharing the integrity, tradition and culturally rich experiences that defined his culinary journey and create a transportive dining experience that embodies the beauty of Mexico. As Chef Curiel continues to push the boundaries of taste and tradition, he pays homage to his roots and uses food as a way to showcase his cultural pride.

2. Tavernetta

4.7

Exceptional(255)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 136 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.

3. Bar Dough

4.5

Awesome(1339)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Highlands

Booked 31 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***

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4. Cholon - Sloan's Lake

4.5

Awesome(112)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Sloans Lake

Booked 13 times today

We are excited to bring a new ChoLon location to Sloan’s Lake! The menu will offer the same, crave-able dishes you can get downtown, and the rest will feature new dishes from Chef Lon Symensma, as well as our classic dim sum selections!

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5. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(4483)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 31 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!

6. Osteria Marco

4.6

Exceptional(4958)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 33 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!

7. Bao Brewhouse

4.5

Awesome(949)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 37 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.

8. Tamayo Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(4397)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown / LoDo

REOPENING IN MARCHAs we welcome the New Year, we bid a temporary farewell as we embark on an exciting renovation journey.We’ll be reopening in March with a refreshed space and an elevated dining experience that stays true to the heart of Tamayo. We can’t wait to see you again!

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9. Church and Union - Denver

4.6

Exceptional(100)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 27 times today

NOW OPEN! A 5th Street Group Concept | Modern-American cuisine served in a casual yet refined atmosphere with food by Top Chef Alum Jamie Lynch and Chef Partner Adam Hodgson. Brought to you by the team from Church and Union Charleston, Tempest Charleston, Church and Union Nashville, Ophelia's Pizza + Bar - Nashville, Church and Union Charlotte and La Belle Helene Charlotte. Church and Union Denver is located in the heart of Downtown Denver on 17th Street between Blake and Market Streets.

10. range

4.5

Awesome(1598)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 13 times today

Located within the new Renaissance Denver Downtown City Center Hotel at the historic Colorado National Bank building, range offers cuisine that celebrates the cultural heritage and adventurous spirit of the American West, prepared with a modern day sophistication.range features a bar offering a wide selection of local beers, liquors and wines, a private dining room and a wood fired oven, in which much of the fare will be prepared. In addition to offering daily featured dishes, the menu changes seasonally and offers a large selection of shareable plates in addition to entrees and side dishes.range also offers free valet for all guests.

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KateVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Ambiance was nothing special. We loved the wild mushrooms and the sweet potato and tostada with sea bass were special. The scallops were tiny and not good 😌 Also the room is noisy. If we go back, we may book to sit at the bar. That would be interesting.
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Alma Fonda FinaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• LoHi
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Anna
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was amazing, fresh and unique. Staff was cheerful and helpful. We barely got in at 8 at night and the place was packed. Super loud and party atmosphere so if you want quiet, not the best choice. Also a bit more expensive than I’m used to but the quality was totally worth it!
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Bar DoughPrice: Expensive• Italian• Highlands
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4.5
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Brooke
Dallas - Fort Worth •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Awesome food and great experience had gluten-free penne as well and it was great
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Venice Ristorante & Wine BarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown / LoDo
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4.8
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PaolaVIP
Denver / Colorado •13 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food and ambiance. Excellent location. Service was not great.
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Cholon - Sloan's LakePrice: Moderate• Asian• Sloans Lake
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4.5
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Kristi
Atlanta Metro •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 Dec 2024
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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108 restaurants available nearby

1. Alma Fonda Fina

2. Tavernetta

3. Bar Dough

4. Cholon - Sloan's Lake

5. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

6. Osteria Marco

7. Bao Brewhouse

8. Tamayo Restaurant

9. Church and Union - Denver

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