Best Lunch Restaurants in University Hills

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1. Le Bilboquet - Denver

4.7

Exceptional(1977)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Cherry Creek

Booked 19 times today

Le Bilboquet, bringing a premier French restaurant experience to Denver and Cherry Creek North.This bistro is modeled after the Upper East Side original — a dining room dressed in white linens, with velvet seats, dark wood, and brass finishes. The Denver menu will include traditional and modern French fare, as well as the house special: Cajun Chicken.Le Bilboquet is a 6,000-square-foot location at 3rd and Saint Paul has a premier 70 seat patio, a beautiful lounge, a 24 seat private dining room and a main dining room that can seat up to 110 guests.Reservations over 6 guests in the dining room please inquire at Reservations@lebilboquetdenver.com

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2. Le Colonial - Denver

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4.7

Exceptional(82)

Price: Expensive

• Vietnamese • Cherry Creek

Booked 111 times today

Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Chicago, Houston, Atlanta, Delray Beach, Lake Forest and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver on exquisite attention to detail in a luxurious classic and romantic atmosphere in the heart of Cherry Creek. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations.

3. Le French 9&CO

4.6

Exceptional(358)

Price: Moderate

• French • Denver

Booked 23 times today

Le French is a gourmet, casual-chic French bistro specializing in modern Parisian cuisine with global influences, a nod to co-founders and sisters Ami and Rougui Dia’s heritage. Embracing the storied history of France and Senegal’s centuries-old relationship, Le French offers beautiful mini pastries, baked from scratch in-house, timeless French dishes, and culinary celebrations of Senegalese tradition in an intimate, sophisticated environment. The family-owned and operated restaurant serves dinner nightly, lunch on weekdays and brunch service Friday through Sunday. A thoughtful cocktail program is complemented by an extensive wine list. Le French serves Colorado guests in multiple locations, with restaurants in the Denver Tech Center’s Belleview Station and in east Denver’s 9+CO development. For more information, visit lefrenchdenver.com.

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4. True Food Kitchen - Cherry Creek

4.5

Awesome(3746)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cherry Creek

Booked 102 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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5. Washington Park Grille

4.4

Awesome(3372)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Wash Park

Booked 34 times today

The Zagat Survey says, "There's much to like about this Washington Park Italian-New American: "good food", a "great patio" & "cheerful" service & ambiance." An upscale age-diverse crowd mingles at this popular neighborhood restaurant & gathering place east of Wash Park. A covered strip on the south and west side with heat and misters makes for convivial outdoor seating (you just might see a neighbor). A beautiful lounge is off to the side. Elegant U-shaped bar. Romantic dining room with cozy interior. A spacious & stylish banquet room with its own patio and a presentation compatible 80” HDTV complete this restaurant for every occasion.Dinners are mid-priced, with a nice selection of grilled seafood & steaks & several fancy pasta dishes. The lunch offerings include sandwiches, pizza, salads & pasta.

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6. North Italia – Denver

4.7

Exceptional(4368)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 114 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.

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7. Quality Italian- Denver

4.7

Exceptional(3094)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 91 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.

8. Izakaya Den

4.8

Exceptional(1934)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Platt Park

Booked 63 times today

Izakaya Den is Denver’s popular Japanese gastropub, modeled after the lively after hours establishments found throughout Japan. The restaurant is located on South Pearl Street and is the second restaurant of the Kizaki brothers, founders and owners of Sushi Den. The menu is arranged in a tapas style, serving traditional Japanese small plates along with dishes infused with international flavors and textures. The more traditional Japanese offerings include sashimi and nigiri, sourced from daily fish shipments from around the globe, along with dumplings and noodle dishes. The global cuisine experiments with a bevy of different flavors including unique items such as Grilled Panzanella Salad (jumbo lump crab, toasted focaccia, local goat cheese, pistachios, plum wine vinaigrette), Kobe Beef Sliders (seared foie gras, pomme frittes). A gluten-free menu is also available along with a popular weekday happy hour from 5 to 6:30 pm.

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9. Le French DTC Belleview Station

4.7

Exceptional(1966)

Price: Moderate

• French • Tech Center / Greenwood Village

Booked 45 times today

Le French is a gourmet, casual-chic French bakeryand bistro located in Denver’s bourgeoning Belleview Station. Le French specializes in high-end pastries and elevated modern Parisian cuisine with global influences, a nod to the sisters’ heritage. Rougui – an award-winning and internationally-recognized chef – helms the restaurant’s kitchen as executive chef. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner every Tuesday through Sunday, Le French also offers an afternoon “Delightful Hour,” featuring carted tea service and small plates; a nightly dessert bar experience with after-dinner wines and classic French cocktails; and weekend brunch. The welcoming space features indoor and patio dining; a grab-and-go case with freshly made salads, sandwiches and pastries; and a carry-out counter. Le French is located at 4901 S. Newport St. in the DenverTech Center. For more information, visit lefrenchdenver.com.

10. Local Jones

4.5

Awesome(431)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cherry Creek

Booked 25 times today

Local Jones is a bustling New American Restaurant and Neighborhood Bar in the Cherry Creek neighborhood of Denver. Friends and soon to be friends come together to celebrate the things we cherish: great food, great wine, great company from morning to night. We take hospitality to heart by ensuring all of our guests feel at home and leave satisfied, nourished and inspired. HAPPY HOUR: Enjoy Local Jones Happy Hour Monday - Friday from 2 to 5 pm! | VINYL BRUNCH: Vinyl Brunch Sundays is where the cocktails flow as the vinyl spins weekly from 10 am to 2 pm.

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Keira
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This restaurant has never disappointed. Love the multiple #GF options. Never a bad idea to eat here!
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True Food Kitchen - Cherry CreekPrice: Moderate• American• Cherry Creek
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4.5
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LauraVIP
Phoenix / Arizona •160 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely dinner. Started with the fromage plate. Needed more bread. Entrees chosen were salmon, steak and chicken. All delicious. Finished with the crème brûlée. Yum! Service was very slow.
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Le French 9&COPrice: Moderate• French• Denver
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4.6
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CatherineVIP
Denver / Colorado •148 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall an outstanding evening from start to finish. Good creative cocktails. Interesting and delicious apps and flavor packed entrees combines with excellent service made for a wonderful evening. We ordered too much, but as first timers wanted to try as much as possible. Followed our server’s recommendations and glad we did as he recommended things we wouldn’t consider. Like the beef ravioli small plate. Don’t let the name deter you, the flavors are incredible! We had the tuna tartare instead of the ceviche and it was wonderful. The shaking beef entree was another one we would not have considered and it is off the chart good. The eggplant small plate was also memorable. A little coconut pineapple upside down cake and we called it a wonderful evening!
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Le Colonial - DenverPrice: Expensive• Vietnamese• Cherry Creek
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4.7
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LisaVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
Just such am amazing place! We came back for a family celebration but have sat at bar and outside before and each time the food was so fresh, so delicious and so fun french!! They really deliver top dishes and service every time and in such a beautifully designed space. So glad we have this restaurant so close!!
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Le Bilboquet - DenverPrice: Very Expensive• French• Cherry Creek
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4.7
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Jennifer
Denver / Colorado •15 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Dec 2024
Great meal, great atmosphere and friendly service. Love this little neighborhood gem!
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Washington Park GrillePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Wash Park
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4.4

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170 restaurants available nearby

1. Le Bilboquet - Denver

2. Le Colonial - Denver

3. Le French 9&CO

4. True Food Kitchen - Cherry Creek

5. Washington Park Grille

6. North Italia – Denver

7. Quality Italian- Denver

8. Izakaya Den

9. Le French DTC Belleview Station

10. Local Jones

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