Best Hot Spot Restaurants in University Hills

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1. Izakaya Den

4.8

Exceptional(1927)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Platt Park

Booked 61 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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2. North Italia – Denver

4.8

Exceptional(4350)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 134 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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3. Quality Italian- Denver

4.7

Exceptional(3079)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 90 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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4. Shanahan's Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(9323)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Tech Center / Greenwood Village

Booked 83 times today

Shanahan's is the modern interpretation of the classic steakhouse. From the museum appearance of its exterior to the European lighting design of the interior, the space has art features of glass, steel, stone and granite that provide a timeless ambiance. Comfortable banquette seating in our Lounge area is available to book through the website. Shanahan's is a steak and seafood restaurant serving U.S.D.A prime aged Midwestern beef with a signature "Bone-In" cut selection that is not available at most steakhouses. Our seafood is all flown in fresh daily to ensure the highest quality and exceptional flavors. All fish are responsibly sourced from sustainable fisheries which mirror our commitment to the environment.

5. Matsuhisa Denver

4.9

Exceptional(2766)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Cherry Creek

Booked 65 times today

Matsuhisa Denver is a hot spot due to its world-famous cuisine, top-notch service, and hip vibe. Reviews consistently praise the food's quality, creativity, and flavor, with a special mention of the signature dishes like Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño. The ambiance is described as amazing and top-notch, with the staff's knowledge of the menu and food recommendations earning high praises. The price tag is considered worth it for the exceptional dining experience.

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6. Le Colonial - Denver

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4.7

Exceptional(54)

Price: Expensive

• Vietnamese • Cherry Creek

Booked 105 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.

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7. FIRE - The ART Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.4

Awesome(1027)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 3 times today

FIRE, a restaurant in the ART Hotel offers approachable American dishes with a creative modern twist. Serving locally sourced ingredients at the highest quality with an elevated service, complemented by an award-winning wine program and signature craft cocktails.For parties of six or more, a 25% gratuity will be added to the bill, and we are happy to accommodate up to six separate checks. We greatly appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you.

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8. Odyssey Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.7

Exceptional(3283)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Central

Booked 60 times today

Welcome to The "Old School" Odyssey Italian Restaurant. Come try our delicious Sicilian & Classic Italian dishes which are chef's recipes from back home in Palermo, Sicily. We are family operated & located in a 111 year old historical Victorian Mansion which is perfect for all occasions. You have definitely found a unique gem and an experience unlike no other.

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9. True Food Kitchen - Cherry Creek

4.5

Awesome(3734)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cherry Creek

Booked 109 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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10. Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver

4.7

Exceptional(2983)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Cherry Creek

Booked 49 times today

We’re more than oysters - we’re Colorado's best seafood restaurant! Opened 2017, this is Blue Island Oyster Bar & Seafood's flagship location. Our approach is to create honest food and drinks and serve them in a comfortable, casual environment. The restaurant’s culture is inspired by memories of growing up in coastal towns with families of oyster farmers and fishermen. Like them, we strive to bring you superb hospitality and delicious food with a commitment to the freshest seafood at reasonable prices. To ensure this commitment of quality, we’ve partnered with Chris Quartuccio of Blue Island Shellfish Farms in Long Island, NY to bring you nearly daily shipments of seasonal oysters and seafood, offering favorites such as Steamed Mussels, Lobster Rolls, Clam Chowder, Crab Cakes, and fish like halibut, Atlantic cod and salmon, to name a few. We invite you in for dock-to-dish dining at its best!

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meganVIP
Denver / Colorado •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Luca was amazing!! The food was great, as always, and we had 2 littles with us and everyone was so accommodating.
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Izakaya DenPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Platt Park
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4.8
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Nidia
Treasure Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Service, ambience and food were spectacular. We ordered the spicy lobster vodka, black ruffle cacio dibpepe, kids steak and pasta marinara sauce and it was delicious. The creme brulee cornbead is a hidden gem. Dessert was also very tasty, lemoncello amazing! Our server Joiien make the experience even better, the rest of the staff were also very attentive.
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Quality Italian- DenverPrice: Expensive• Italian• Cherry Creek
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4.7
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Kat
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Went for dinner on Christmas Eve and it was wonderful. Very good food and service. It would have been nice to hear Christmas music instead of every day music. Overall excellent
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North Italia – DenverPrice: Moderate• Italian• Cherry Creek
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4.8
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Sarah
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
First time, it was one of the best dinners me and my husband have had in a long time. Our waiter was amazing and helped us pick our menu and everything we had was so delicious.
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Matsuhisa DenverPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Cherry Creek
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4.9
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Amy
New York State •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This restaurant far exceeded any expectations I had as it was highly recommended to me. The food was absolutely exceptional. The scallops were the best I’ve ever had and the Chilean Seabass was cooked to perfection. It was my birthday and they treated me so well. The ambience was incredible and I was impressed that the noise levels were not too high in the bar and lounge area and great music choice playing. I would definitely return to this restaurant Other perks: Complimentary valet. Easy to drive to. Modern, open vibe.
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Shanahan's SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Tech Center / Greenwood Village
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4.8

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54 restaurants available nearby

1. Izakaya Den

2. North Italia – Denver

3. Quality Italian- Denver

4. Shanahan's Steakhouse

5. Matsuhisa Denver

6. Le Colonial - Denver

7. FIRE - The ART Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton

8. Odyssey Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

9. True Food Kitchen - Cherry Creek

10. Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver

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