Best Restaurants for Foodies in Congress Park

43 restaurants available nearby

1. Tavernetta

4.7

Exceptional(236)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 63 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.

2. Barolo Grill

4.8

Exceptional(3851)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 43 times today

Barolo Grill, an award winning Cherry Creek North restaurant, prides itself on serving authentic northern Italian food while maintaining a comfortable, elegant ambience. Known for hand crafted modern Northern Italian cuisine, a Wine Spectator Grand Award winning wine cellar, and knowledgeable, attentive staff, Barolo can be a perfect choice for a special occasion or just a fun night out. Chef Darrel Truett's cuisine focuses on the Northern Italian provinces of Piedmont and Tuscany. Seasonally changing menus feature locally sourced ingredients, proudly supporting regional farms and producers. Owner and wine director Ryan Fletter are proud to feature small family wineries that are dedicated to Earth-friendly farming and winemaking philosophies. Barolo Grill has one of the largest collections of Barolo wines outside of Italy.

3. Matsuhisa Denver

4.9

Exceptional(2767)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Cherry Creek

Booked 69 times today

Featuring Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature new-style Japanese cuisine, Matsuhisa Denver anchors the ground floor of the Steele Creek luxury apartment building in Cherry Creek, Denver’s premier shopping, restaurant, and entertainment district. Our 7,800 square foot dining room is open for dinner service from 5pm nightly. Takeout available nightly from 5-9pm. Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s world-famous cuisine draws influence from his classical training in Tokyo and his life abroad in Peru, Argentina, and around the world, showcasing signature dishes such as Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño, Black Cod Miso and Whitefish Tiradito.

4. Luca

4.7

Exceptional(2094)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Central

Booked 28 times today

Chef Frank Bonanno dug into his Sicilian heritage and east coast roots to create this authentic, rustic Italian eatery. Luca has amazing personal touches from the daily made breads and pastas to the meats and cheeses cured in house, to the charcoal drawing of Bonanno’s son (and the restaurant’s namesake) that hangs in the dining room. Luca is heartwarming and satisfying from the wood-fired pizzas to the hand-rolled pastas to the perfectly seared proteins. It’s not your ordinary pile-of-pasta-and-sauce Italian joint; it’s the real (and tasty) deal.

5. Linger

4.7

Exceptional(7655)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Highlands

Booked 152 times today

Housed in a former mortuary, the decor layers macabre remnants with posh details in a window-flanked space overlooking the charming Lower Highland neighborhood. The drink menu features sips and seasonings as savory as the dishes with which they're paired. While the rooftop patio-outfitted with 1975 GMC RV as bar and repurposed food truck as kitchen- beckons patrons towards adventure.

6. El Five

4.7

Exceptional(4192)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Highlands

Booked 107 times today

Nestled high above LoHi on the fifth floor of 2930 Umatilla, El Five boasts spectacular, unobstructed views of the downtown Denver skyline. The menu is an homage to the Mediterranean and features small plates built on bold flavors found throughout the region: Spain, North Africa, the Middle East. Inside, the space is understated and sensual, flanked by a large, open-air patio for sun-kissed Colorado nights. As the newest restaurant in the Edible Beats family, El Five celebrates the confluence of flavors, ideas and geographies made possible by a subtle shift in perspective.

7. Root Down

4.8

Exceptional(8136)

Price: Expensive

• American • Highlands

Booked 100 times today

Hello!Root Down and the Edible Beats Family (Root Down, Linger, Vital Root & El Five) are very grateful to welcome you to our restaurant.Our menu features eclectic, globally-influenced seasonal cuisine, with a focus on organic, natural and locally-sourced ingredients. Our interior dining space has the classic vibe of a neighborhood restaurant, while our large main patio offers picturesque views of the near neighborhood and downtown skyline.Reservations are available online at ediblebeats.com, as well as OpenTable. We happily accept walk-ins as availability allows.Our space is available for private events year round, please inquire with us directly for information.Please be aware we are located in a residential area, and parking is available in the near neighborhood, along with a small paid-lot located directly across the street from our location.We look forward to seeing you!

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8. True Food Kitchen - Cherry Creek

4.5

Awesome(3735)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cherry Creek

Booked 111 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Denver for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located in Denver at Cherry Creek North, at the corner of East 2nd Avenue and Detroit Street. Across from Orvis, next to See Eyewear. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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9. Corinne Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(2540)

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 70 times today

Voted one of the best restaurants in downtown Denver, CO, we cut through the complex to find honesty and effortless simplicity, serving you the food you want with the drinks you crave. Corinne Denver provides an inviting neighborhood environment with a modern design and honest food + drinks, from hearty to healthy. Drop in and stay awhile.

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10. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(4469)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 66 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!

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leah
New Mexico •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Food was amazing! Our server Melissa was so wonderful and shared so much knowledge about the wines in our pairing. Great experience!
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Barolo GrillPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Cherry Creek
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4.8
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EILEENVIP
Fort Lauderdale •60 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
There is no better place to have fun, eat socialize and get wonderful drinks and appetizers. In the heart of low high, Denver and close to downtown is a wonderful restaurant for meeting friends, family, and walking to Little man ice cream after dinner.
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LingerPrice: Expensive• Global, International• Highlands
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4.7
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Sarah
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
First time, it was one of the best dinners me and my husband have had in a long time. Our waiter was amazing and helped us pick our menu and everything we had was so delicious.
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Matsuhisa DenverPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Cherry Creek
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4.9
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Kristi
Atlanta Metro •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 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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anne
Chicago / Illinois •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I looove Luna. We have been there twice and every time the service is stellar. The food is delish! I highly recommend.
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LucaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Central
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4.7

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43 restaurants available nearby

1. Tavernetta

2. Barolo Grill

3. Matsuhisa Denver

4. Luca

5. Linger

6. El Five

7. Root Down

8. True Food Kitchen - Cherry Creek

9. Corinne Restaurant

10. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

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