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1. Osteria Alberico
4.6
Exceptional(184)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Englewood
Booked 11 times today
Osteria Alberico is a neighborhood Italian haven in Englewood, Colorado. Led by Chef Russell Stippich, the restaurant celebrates Italy’s culinary traditions with Napoletana-style pizza, rustic pastas, and rotating proteins. The inviting atmosphere features an open layout with wood-wrapped banquette seating, deep red leather booths, and a rich soapstone bar. Textures of Italy are present in the white painted brick, custom-forged brass dome light fixtures, and stained wood paneling. Osteria Alberico boasts a comprehensive beverage program, offering a curated selection of Italian wines from benchmark producers and a full bar with classic cocktails, Italian spirits, and amaro. We look forward to welcoming you in!
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2. Bacon Social House - Littleton
4.6
Exceptional(117)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • Littleton
Booked 4 times today
At Bacon Social House, breaking bread means building bonds over a shared love of brunch. Not to be confused with your average mom-and-pop pancake joint, Bacon rejects the expected to create an unforgettable food experience. Inspired by amped-up takes on American classics, our bacon-forward menu brings decadent flavors that satisfy and surprise. From our signature bacon flight to our churro French toast to piled-high Bloody Marys, there is something on our menu for everyone and every occasion.Stop by our Bacon Littleton location to kickstart your day the bacon way! Located just outside of historic Downtown Littleton, this space offers an elevated ambiance and rooftop patio with stunning views of the Rocky Mountains.
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3. Jack’s on Pearl Wood Fire Grill Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(553)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Platt Park
Booked 10 times today
An American Contemporary Menu with a Little Southern Influence!Offering two distinct dining experiences, Jack’s on Pearl gives you options for your fine dining experience. Our main floor is set with white tablecloth dining featuring prime steaks, pecan shrimp, lemongrass scallops and an on-site oyster bar. Our second floor features a more casual setting and large outdoor patio.Both floors feature 12 local draft beers on tap, creative cocktails, and a robust wine list.Sit back, relax and enjoy.
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4. Ambli DTC
4.8
Exceptional(852)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Tech Center / Greenwood Village
Booked 8 times today
Ambli Global at Belleview Station is open for Lunch, HH and Dinner! We have a Globally inspired Chef driven menu with influences from Indian, Asian, East African and Latin American cuisine. This great food is paired with the deep knowledge and care of our attentive staff who are there to elevate your dining experience and who act as your culinary guides. Our Cocktails are balanced and feature seasonal, fresh squeezed juices. Our Wines are specifically selected to with our cuisine. Ambli is the place where food and culture meet and the conversation begins.
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5. Bacon Social House - South Broadway
4.5
Awesome(62)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • Englewood
Booked 2 times today
At Bacon Social House, breaking bread means building bonds over a shared love of brunch. Not to be confused with your average mom-and-pop pancake joint, Bacon rejects the expected to create an unforgettable food experience. Inspired by amped-up takes on American classics, our bacon-forward menu brings decadent flavors that satisfy and surprise. From our signature bacon flight to our churro French toast to piled-high Bloody Marys, there is something on our menu for everyone and every occasion.Get in on the bacon action at our South Broadway location! Located in the heart of Denver, Bacon South Broadway is a high-energy, vibrant space that will leave you feeling nourished, refreshed, and ready to take on your day.
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6. One Barrel - American Bistro & Wine Bar
4.6
Exceptional(566)
Price: Expensive
• American • Englewood
Booked 8 times today
One Barrel has prepared intriguing gourmet dinner menus that will delight foodies as well as those of you who just love good-tasting food. We're confident you wont get bored with our selections; we will be serving a rotating seasonal menu with daily specials. The One Barrel standards will allow nothing less than fresh, high-quality offerings, including Colorado ingredients as much as possible. Due to Covid-19 we will do our best to have all we can in stock but our menu will be limited and on first come first serve. We are taking safety precautions very seriously and asks all our guests to do the same. We're now open for lunch during the week, happy hour and dinner. We are thrilled to be back open and we can't wait to see everyone's smiling faces!
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7. Post Chicken & Beer Rosedale
4.7
Exceptional(508)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Platt Park
Booked 7 times today
At The Post Chicken & Beer, we brew delicious, award-winning beers and fry up the crispiest, juiciest hot chicken around. We serve it with our kitchen's take on vegetarian and seafood dishes, fresh salads, farm fresh and innovative sides - classics remade for modern times and tastes. We make the traditional, uncommonly memorable
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8. Pint Brothers
4.3
Awesome(28)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Tech Center / Greenwood Village
Booked 2 times today
Pint Brothers Alehouse delivers hand-crafted casual style and flavor in a space that connects the social vibrancy of our indoor beer garden and a bustling bar with the comfortable booths and a warm dining room. Pint Brothers does just what our name suggests - it gives you your moment to become family over your pints.
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9. Zaika - Littleton
4.7
Exceptional(175)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Littleton
Zaika in Littleton serves authentic and modernized Indian cuisine in a colorful setting with modern elements. Stop in for a quick lunch before heading back to work, or bring the entire family for dinner and drinks from the full bar. The family-owned restaurant focuses on preparing meals with lush, savory spices and serving them with a dedication and passion for each customer to have a great experience. The menu includes vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free options to meet the dietary needs of everyone in the group. Zaika offers a variety of appetizers for starting the meal, including veggie samosa, momo, chili chicken, onion pakora, cuTO salad and rasila lamb. There is also a daily chef-selection soup for adding to the meal or enjoying on its own. Check out the tandoori offerings for chicken, lamb, salmon and shrimp specialties. Vegetarian options at Zaika include dal tadka, chana masala and paneer makhni.
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10. Mezcaleria Alma
new
5.0
Exceptional(46)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • LoHi
Booked 23 times today
Chef Johnny Curiel debuts Mezcaleria Alma in Denver’s LoHi neighborhood, bringing the dynamic spirit of Mexico City to life with CDMX-inspired small plates and an expansive Mexican spirits menu. Located beside Curiel’s first solo restaurant, Alma Fonda Fina, Mezcaleria Alma marks the natural next chapter in Curiel’s culinary journey to share the beauty of Mexico through food. Each dish and drink draws from Curiel’s experiences in one of the world’s most renowned culinary capitals—a city where culture and tradition merge with global inspiration and constant innovation. While Alma Fonda Fina is a love letter to the home-cooked traditions of Chef Curiel’s childhood—the comfort food found at traditional fondas across Mexico—Mezcaleria Alma embodies the unbridled innovation that defines CDMX.

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Discover best worth the drive restaurants in Denver

Discover the culinary gems of Exclusive, Denver that truly are "worth the drive." This curated list of restaurants offers a blend of unique dining experiences that will satisfy any food enthusiast looking for something beyond the ordinary. Each location is celebrated for its exceptional service, atmosphere, and, most importantly, exquisite menus that stand out in the Denver dining scene. Whether you're in the mood for innovative cuisine or a timeless classic, these establishments promise an unforgettable meal that justifies the journey. The dining scene in Exclusive, Denver is known for its eclectic mix of eateries, where tradition meets contemporary flair, ensuring every visitor leaves with a memorable experience. Dive into our selection to find the perfect spot that not only meets but exceeds your culinary expectations.

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