Restaurants near Denver Zoo

228 restaurants available nearby

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1. Guard & Grace - Denver

4.8

Exceptional(5994)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 95 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.

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2. Quality Italian- Denver

4.7

Exceptional(3007)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 100 times today

Quality Italian in Denver is open for indoor dining and outdoor patio dining with seating also available in our covered and heated outdoor cabins,Visit us at www.qualityitaliandenver.com for more information.

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3. North Italia – Denver

4.7

Exceptional(4272)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 89 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

4. Linger

4.6

Exceptional(7564)

Price: Moderate

• Global, International • Highlands

Booked 102 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.

5. Matsuhisa Denver

4.9

Exceptional(2696)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Cherry Creek

Booked 101 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.

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6. Culinary Dropout - Denver

4.5

Awesome(1181)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Mayfair

Booked 38 times today

Reserve your spot to experience classic meals done right. With crowd favorites like our pretzel bites and provolone fondue, 36-hour pork ribs, and our famous fried chicken drizzled with honey, you’ll want to taste everything. Thirsty? Wash it all down with an ice-cold craft beer or a killer house-made cocktail. And don't forget to stick around for games and free live music with a laid-back vibe. Culinary Dropout is for anyone who loves damn good food and drinks.

7. the plimoth

4.9

Exceptional(2376)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Central

Booked 21 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.

8. Rioja

4.8

Exceptional(10346)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 75 times today

Chef Jennifer Jasinski's creatively inspired food is influenced by local seasonal products. Rioja is simple, pure food that emphasizes bright flavors and textures. The wines are a collection of fun interesting varietals that complement the cuisine.

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9. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(4379)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 41 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. We offer valet parking by the restaurant main entrance (Valet parking is a private company not related to Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar)

10. El Five

4.6

Exceptional(4080)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Highlands

Booked 114 times today

Hello!Located on the fifth floor at 2930 Umatilla, El Five boasts spectacular, unobstructed city views of the Denver skyline, with an unrivaled sunset mountain vista overlooking the Highlands. The large open-air patio sits high above its big sister, Edible Beat’s concept Linger, and the vibrant Lower Highlands neighborhood below.Drawing inspiration from the rich, diverse, export culture of the Mediterranean Sea, and its gateway, the Strait of Gibraltar, El Five is a melting pot of all the Mediterranean regions, creating dishes without a home country that taste like favorites from each one: Tapas De Gibraltar.

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Kristenvip
Denver / Colorado •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Such a great experience for a birthday celebration. We will be back when we visit cherry creek again.
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North Italia – DenverPrice: Moderate• Italian• Cherry Creek
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4.7
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Greg
Denver / Colorado •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Matsuhira is undoubtedly one of the best Asian restaurants in Denver. The service is impeccable and the food is outstanding. If you have an itch for anything from tempura to sushi, Matsuhira is your new
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Matsuhisa DenverPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Cherry Creek
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4.9
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Jenni
Phoenix / Arizona •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Aiden was an incredible server and made our experience 10/10. Helpful with menu and drink choices, great personality and vibes.
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Quality Italian- DenverPrice: Expensive• Italian• Cherry Creek
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4.7
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Adriana
West Palm Beach •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our experience from the moment we walked in to the moment we left was... spectacular! Service, quality, taste, experience. It was all amazing. Everything we tried tasted amazing. We will definitely be coming back to Denver to eat here time and time again.
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Guard & Grace - DenverPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / LoDo
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4.8
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Melanie Avip
Charlotte •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
best food, outstanding place. I highly recommend Linger!!!
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LingerPrice: Moderate• Global, International• Highlands
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4.6

Restaurants near Denver Zoo

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228 restaurants available nearby

1. Guard & Grace - Denver

2. Quality Italian- Denver

3. North Italia – Denver

4. Linger

5. Matsuhisa Denver

6. Culinary Dropout - Denver

7. the plimoth

8. Rioja

9. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

10. El Five

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