Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Denver

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Updated 05 November 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Denver? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Beckon

4.9

4.9 (89)

$50 and over

American

River North

About the restaurant

Dining at Beckon is a notable event that remarks on the changing aesthetic of the Colorado seasons. Our menu is shaped by ingredients served at their peak and in congruence with the culinary calendar. These dishes reflect the natural rhythm of the year, offering a dynamic and ever-changing dining experience in tune with the world around us. We are committed to our relationships with ambitious purveyors and remarkable producers of fine, quality ingredients, and loyally support those that go above and beyond to provide an exemplary product for the table.

Top review

Elizabeth

Dined on 29 Oct 2026

I return to Beckon because it reminds me of the quality I knew in New York and Los Angeles, where I'm from and have lived. The food is always exceptional, and the hospitality goes above and beyond. The attention to detail leaves me taken aback, grateful, and so cared for. It's the restaurant I recommend most in Denver, and I'll definitely be back.

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Dining Room | Fall

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The Chef's Counter | Fall

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Dining Room | Winter

the plimoth

4.9

4.9 (2595)

$50 and over

American

Central

About the restaurant

We are a small neighborhood eatery north of City Park.

Drawing from foundations in classic French and Italian cuisine, our chefs find inspiration in seasonal, local ingredients to bring a thoughtful, modern twist to each dish. Our relationships with unique purveyors, farmers, and artisan producers shape our ever-changing menus.

Join us for an eclectic, elevated, yet approachable dining experience rooted in genuine hospitality.

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Owner/chef pete ryan hails from our namesake, Plymouth, Mass. After decades cooking on both coasts and teaching at Cook Street, he now trains and mentors the next generation of cooks at the plimoth. At wine dinners, he'll share dad jokes and stories of how travel shaped his love of regional food traditions and the people behind them.

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Bradley

Dined on 31 Oct 2026

Great spot for our monthly supper club. We were well taken care of.

Major Tom

4.8

4.8 (52)

$31 to $50

American

River North

About the restaurant

A neighborhood restaurant with a communal atmosphere offering an ingredient-driven menu, an expertly curated wine list, precise cocktails, and attentive service. Our menu is rooted in seasonality and simplicity, with a focus on high-quality sourcing and thoughtful execution. Major Tom delivers elevated everyday dining that is undeniably approachable and built for repeat visits.

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Cheryl

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent service and dining experience as always. Major Tom never disappoints.

The Original- Denver

4.8

4.8 (598)

$30 and under

American

Downtown / LoDo

About the restaurant

The Original -- The OG -- reinvents the neighborhood eatery, combining timeless inspiration from classic Americana with inventive and playful modern flair. With influences ranging from the 1950s diner to the elegant railway dining cars of days past, you'll find a nostalgic collection of comforts, classics and curiosities with a modern twist.

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Sydney

Dined 7 days ago

Everyone was so nice! I received a birthday dessert and it was amazing!

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Buttermilk Pancakes

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SHEEP

4.7

4.7 (148)

$50 and over

American

Cherry Creek

About the restaurant

From the creative culinary mind of Kelly Whitaker of Id Est, comes SHEEP, a three-month residency inside the Clayton Hotel & Members Club in Cherry Creek. SHEEP presents a new expression of The Wolf’s Tailor story, magnifying the focus on elemental ingredients shaped by fire, smoke, and season to bring guests closer to the source and invite exploration. SHEEP opens on the property’s sixth-floor rooftop and is available for a limited residency from July 8th through December 30th, 2026.

Whitaker is one of the most widely-respected creatives in America’s culinary community with four Michelin-recognized restaurants and two James Beard Mentions. His years of impact work within Colorado’s regenerative food systems is indelible, resulting in a two Michelin Green Stars. As Id Est’s first limited-time residency, SHEEP offers a new moment for diners to experience The Wolf’s Tailor (Two Michelin Stars) and Whitaker’s creative energy.

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Brandon

Dined on 25 Oct 2026

Excellent. Everything was excellent. The food, the ambiance, the service, the views. No notes.

Satchel's on 6th

4.8

4.8 (1788)

$50 and over

American

Cherry Creek

About the restaurant

Satchel's on 6th.

Named after the owner’s youngest son, Satchel’s on 6th is the place to eat and drink. Our Chef has created a contemporary, eclectic, New American neighborhood menu using seasonal ingredients that results in refined flavors and inspired plates. We've put our heart and soul into this place and it gives us great pleasure to serve you.
Warm wood tones and exposed brick highlight this cozy, 50 seat space that has made its home on East Denver reinvigorated 6th Avenue. Says Casalini, Our goal is to become the best go-to, indispensable restaurant in the neighborhood. Period. End of story.

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StephanieGold

Dined 5 days ago

Satchel's is one of my favorite neighborhood restaurants. Great local vibe, great food and great service!

Margot

4.8

4.8 (30)

$50 and over

American

Platt Park

About the restaurant

Margot, nestled on Denver's vibrant South Pearl Street, offers an intimate and refined contemporary American dining experience. Helmed by Chef Justin Fulton, this Michelin-starred establishment (1 Star, 2025, 2026) is celebrated for its seasonally driven cuisine, which thoughtfully weaves together global influences from Sicily, Japan, and France with the rich bounty of Colorado.

Guests can choose to experience an immersive 12-course tasting menu at the Chef's Counter, or between a thoughtful 5-course and a delightful à la carte experience in the elegant dining room. Margot provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for special occasions or a memorable evening out. The restaurant is committed to accessibility, featuring ramps, accessible washrooms, and convenient parking to ensure all guests can enjoy their visit comfortably.

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Laura

Dined 3 days ago

We visited Margot for the first time for our anniversary and it was outstanding! We did the 5 course tasting experience and the food and service was spot on. They even treated us to a celebration glass of champagne. We will be back for sure!

Root Down

4.7

4.7 (8233)

$31 to $50

American

Highlands

About the restaurant

Hello!

Root Down and the Edible Beats Family (Root Down, Linger, Vital Root, El Five, Wooden Spoon & PIP) 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 – and we're proud to offer kids eat free, every day.

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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Ellen

Dined 3 days ago

I had a wonderful experience. The food was delicious and all the staff were friendly and helpful. It's a must try!!

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Experience

Sunday Dinner: 3 Course Prix Fixe Dinner for $38

Williams & Graham

4.8

4.8 (1182)

$31 to $50

American

Highlands

About the restaurant

Williams & Graham is an internationally recognized and awarded craft cocktail bar hidden behind a bookshelf. We have been recognized as a World's Top 50 Bar and Top Cocktail Bar in the US (2x). We offer a rich ambiance, wide variety of drinks, delicious food served until 1am nightly, and genuine hospitality.

We take reservations Sunday through Thursday with walk-in availability. We accept a limited amount of reservations on Friday & Saturday allowing more space for walk-in guests. Due to limited capacity and high demand, all reservations have a set maximum time of 2 hours to enjoy food and drink. Thank you for your understanding and consistent support!

This is a 21 and up environment, we apologize for the inconvenience but we will not be able to permit entry for anyone under the legal drinking age.

We look forward to sharing a drink with you soon!

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Leigh

Dined 3 days ago

Love this place, great food, great drinks and a very special feel.

Bigsby’s Folly Craft Winery & Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (486)

$30 and under

American

River North

About the restaurant

Step into the charm of Bigsby’s Folly, Denver’s full-production winery, wine bar and restaurant. Housed in a historic 1886 building with soaring 30’ ceilings and stunning 10’ chandeliers, our winery offers an unforgettable atmosphere paired with award-winning wines.

We collaborate with California’s most prestigious vineyards to craft vintages by renowned winemaker Brian Graham. Enjoy our extensive wine list, shared plates, craft beers, or specialty cocktails.

Whether you’re here for a relaxed dinner, weekend brunch (Sat & Sun, 10:30 am–2 pm), or a private event, Bigsby’s Folly is the perfect destination.

Good to Know:

Parking: Free street parking, nearby garages, and steps from the 38th & Blake St. Light Rail Station.

Outdoor Seating: First-come, first-served.

Groups: Parties over 10 receive one check (can split evenly). For 15+, contact Cassie@BigsbysFolly.com or call 720-908-8903.

Kitchen: Closes 1 hour before winery.

Come sip, savor, and celebrate with us at Bigsby’s Folly!

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KevinGold

Dined on 24 Oct 2026

This is a great space for events or large groups, such as the one (1) I was part of. I marked food as good as I've not eaten at Bigsby's, just wine.

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