Best Historic Restaurants in Aurora

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1. Afternoon Tea at the Brown Palace

4.5

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 52 times today

Afternoon Tea & Atrium CocktailsAfternoon Tea, a decades-long tradition at The Brown Palace, is set amid the historic grandeur of the Atrium Lobby serenaded by a melodic piano. Guests enjoy a pot of properly brewed English tea accompanied by scones served with Devonshire cream and preserves, savory tea sandwiches, and a delightful array of classic tea pastries.Atrium Cocktails are on Friday & Saturday evenings, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm and select nights throughout the week. Sip on classic cocktails, wine, or a refreshing pint with charcuterie and other inventive dishes. Live music by The John Kite Jazz Quartet will complete an unforgettable and lively experience.For parties of 8 or more guests, please contact us directly (303) 312-8900

2. Ship Tavern

4.1

Excellent(2226)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 45 times today

Thank you for choosing to dine with us at The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, "Where the World Registers."Ship Tavern opened in 1934 after the repeal of prohibition making it the oldest restaurant in our hotel. The décor includes a complete mast and crow’s nest, an old ship’s clock, Jamaican rum barrels, and a collection of sailing ship models former hotel owner, Boettcher, acquired on a visit to Cape Cod.Listen to live music and enjoy a lively meal in a vintage pub atmosphere. Savor our famous prime rib, burgers, sandwiches, seafood and steaks. Enjoy our wide selection of beers, wines and unique cocktails. Satisfy your sweet tooth with our delectable desserts.Enjoy John Kite, live on the piano, Friday & Saturday evenings from 8:00 to 10:00 pm. In order to accommodate parties of 8 or more guests, please contact us directly 3033128943

3. Restaurant Olivia

4.8

Exceptional(21)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Washington Park

Booked 30 times today

Restaurant Olivia is a pasta-focused restaurant located in Denver’s Wash Park neighborhood. Olivia is the second project from chef Ty Leon, beverage guru Austin Carson, and hospitality maven Heather Morrison. Each evening we open the doors to our restaurant as if it were our home, welcoming guests with warmth and graciousness. We believe you’ll feel our attention to hospitality the minute you step inside.We draw inspiration from classic Italian dishes and the traditions that bring them to life, but we also feature flavors and recipes from around the world. Our food is made with care and intention. We source our ingredients from organic and local producers whenever possible. Our beverage program features expertly-crafted but playful cocktails, alongside an Italian-focused wine list. We look forward to sharing with you our passion for outstanding food and service.

4. Palace Arms

3.4

Very Good(1179)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 3 times today

Experience Palace Arms where you will dine amongst Napoleonic artifacts and elevated decor. Savor tastes from our locally sourced, farm fresh inspired dinner menu as you sip on one of our hand-crafted specialty cocktails or enjoy a selection from our award-winning wine list that has also been recognized multiple times by Wine Spectator. Executive Chef Kim Moyle continuously breathes new life into our iconic Palace Arms with artful plate presentations and delectable dishes.

5. Ellyngton's

4.0

Excellent(1582)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 9 times today

One of Denver’s most iconic brunch restaurants is back!Our new menu is a fusion of classic favorites with innovative twists. Indulge in one of our signature egg benedicts that are poached to perfection or delight your taste buds with our caviar waffle bites. Elevate your experience with bottomless mimosas or craft your perfect signature bloody mary with our interactive cart.Sundays will be filled with live music to add extra flair to your brunch affair!

6. Mimosas

4.6

Exceptional(702)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • River North (Denver)

Booked 9 times today

**Please note that while our patio is heated and covered in the winter time and in the summertime has misters and is covered, but in the event of inclement weather, we cannot promise to move your party inside if you book an outdoor table due to our current limited seating. We will do our best to make the experience as comfortable as possible, and thank you so much for joining us!**In the heart of the historic Five Points neighborhood in Denver, CO, Mimosas is a chef-driven, gourmet food concept founded in 2020. It is inspired by a true love for breakfast. The menu is a balance of comfort and innovation, celebrating classic comfort fare with a twist.Our goal is to share our food with everyone. When guests dine with Mimosas, we strive to provide more than just a meal—we want it to be an experience. Our focus is providing exceptional quality, taste, presentation and service.

7. the plimoth

4.9

Exceptional(2404)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Central

Booked 11 times today

WE LOVE FOODWe believe in an eclectic yet approachable love for food. Our chefs draw from foundations in classic French and Italian cuisine, finding inspiration in seasonal and local ingredients that offer a modern twist to each dish. Our ever-changing menus reflect the efforts of our collaboration with unique purveyors, local farmers, and artisan producers. Join us for an elevated, unpretentious dining experience. Our patio is now open! Reserve online by selecting "outdoor" option or give us a call at 303-297-1215 and we will do our best to accommodate the request. Our outside tables can seat a MAXIMUM party size of 4 only.****PLEASE NOTE: Our patio is uncovered; in the event of rain, we will do our best to accommodate everyone inside but cannot guarantee a move is possible. Additionally, our patio is NOT DOG FRIENDLY.

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8. Anise - Modern Vietnamese Eatery

4.6

Exceptional(19)

Price: Expensive

• Vietnamese • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 2 times today

Anise is a full-service Modern Vietnamese Eatery that is also a fun place to spend time with friends… or meet new ones. Our tag line is “Fresh, Healthy, Fun!” Anise is a fun eatery that happens to be perfectly situated in a historic but artistic area of Denver.

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9. The Blue Bonnet Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(452)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Baker

Booked 6 times today

We're an eclectic Mexican food restaurant in Denver, Colorado and we've been open 50 years! Come discover our good eats & our Mile High Margaritas

10. Bar Red

4.2

Awesome(98)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Bar Red is located just east of Colfax and Glenarm, two blocks from the Colorado Convention Center and directly across Colfax from the Golden Triangle. Bar Red offers Authentic Italian cuisine. Happy hour from 4pm-7pm and dinner from 5pm to close. The menu was prepared by Chef Luke McCoy. Chef Luke is classically trained in French and Italian Cuisine. Chef Luke's signature Seared Salmon Risotto is famous amongst regulars. All of Chef Luke's dishes are meticulously prepared with fresh scratch ingredients ...and his house-made Desserts are to die for. The menu changes weekly with many mainstay dishes to please all foodies. Bar Red also features occasional live music and there is never a cover charge. A semi-private lounge room is also available for large parties. The room has customizable seating and includes a working fireplace to complete the romantic, comfortable setting.

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Philip
Denver / Colorado •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This tavern was wonderful! Gourmet food, excellent service, great ambience! Must visit !
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Ship TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / LoDo
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4.1
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Timothyvip
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Hal, our Server was fantastic! Food was good, some of the plates on the Buffett station, were dirty: I noticed several times. Remodel- nice, but very loud, due to the new, marble style, floors.
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Ellyngton'sPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown / LoDo
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Beatriz
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Came to Olivia to celebrate the new house we bought with my husband and parents. We love Olivia, the price is not for the faint of heart but the experience is always so wonderful. Staff are polite and attentive (without being annoying), my mom wanted some drink concoction that they didn't have the ingredients to make but the bartender took the time to whip up something custom that she ended up loving. Food is always exceptional start to finish.
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Restaurant OliviaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Washington Park
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4.8
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KatieG
Denver / Colorado •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
A delightful afternoon tea! Great ambiance for Christmas season.. All the staff were attentive and took great care of us. I asked for a table away from the piano and hostess went out of her way to find a quieter table for us! Our server from Moldavia was delightful. The food was delicious and plenty of choices. The tea was hot and topped up with hot water frequently. My one complaint would be that there was only one pot of tea per person -I would like to have had a few more to try. I should have asked for more as I think they have given it to me!
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Afternoon Tea at the Brown PalacePrice: Very Expensive• Afternoon Tea• Downtown / LoDo
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4.5
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Camillevip
Denver / Colorado •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 Nov 2024
Outstanding Thanksgiving dinner and service. Great ambiance. We will definitely be back!
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Palace ArmsPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown / LoDo
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3.4

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Afternoon Tea at the Brown Palace

2. Ship Tavern

3. Restaurant Olivia

4. Palace Arms

5. Ellyngton's

6. Mimosas

7. the plimoth

8. Anise - Modern Vietnamese Eatery

9. The Blue Bonnet Restaurant

10. Bar Red

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