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A photo of The Grand Atrium at the Brown Palace restaurant

1. The Grand Atrium at the Brown Palace

4.4

Awesome(4886)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 40 times today

Home of Afternoon Tea & Atrium Cocktails.Afternoon Tea, a decades-long tradition at The Brown Palace, is set amid the historic grandeur of the Atrium Lobby serenaded by a melodic piano. Guests enjoy a pot of properly brewed English tea accompanied by scones served with Devonshire cream and preserves, savory tea sandwiches, and a delightful array of classic tea pastries.Atrium Cocktails are open Tuesday through Saturday evenings. Sip on classic cocktails, wine, or a refreshing pint with charcuterie and other inventive dishes. Live music by The John Kite Jazz Quartet will complete an unforgettable and lively experience.

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2. Ship Tavern

4.0

Excellent(2275)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 10 times today

Thank you for choosing to dine with us at The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, "Where the World Registers."Ship Tavern opened in 1934 after the repeal of prohibition making it the oldest restaurant in our hotel. The décor includes a complete mast and crow’s nest, an old ship’s clock, Jamaican rum barrels, and a collection of sailing ship models former hotel owner, Boettcher, acquired on a visit to Cape Cod.Listen to live music and enjoy a lively meal in a vintage pub atmosphere. Savor our famous prime rib, burgers, sandwiches, seafood and steaks. Enjoy our wide selection of beers, wines and unique cocktails. Satisfy your sweet tooth with our delectable desserts.Enjoy John Kite, live on the piano, Friday & Saturday evenings from 8:00 to 10:00 pm. In order to accommodate parties of 8 or more guests, please contact us directly 3033128943

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3. Buckhorn Exchange

4.7

Exceptional(2280)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Central

Booked 18 times today

Welcome to a taste of history! Denver’s original steakhouse, The Buckhorn Exchange is located in the city’s oldest neighborhood, just 5-minutes from downtown Denver -- with a light-rail stop right across the street. This National Historic Landmark and Western Museum has been serving the finest in Old West fare since 1893. Prime grade beef steaks, buffalo prime rib, elk, salmon, quail, game hen, and succulent baby-back pork ribs are just some of the marvelous offerings on the Buckhorn menu. Exotic appetizers such as alligator tail and buffalo sausage are available, and no dinner is complete without the house specialty, Rocky Mountain Oysters.For lunch we serve up a lighter fare including our renowned Grandma Fanny’s pot roast sandwich, enormous beef and buffalo burgers and more!

A photo of Ocean Prime - Denver - Larimer Square restaurant

4. Ocean Prime - Denver - Larimer Square

4.7

Exceptional(7618)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 74 times today

Located on Denver's Historic Larimer Square Block, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language or graphics Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.

A photo of Palace Arms restaurant

5. Palace Arms

3.9

Excellent(1186)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 3 times today

Experience Palace Arms where you will dine amongst Napoleonic artifacts and elevated decor. Savor tastes from our locally sourced, farm fresh inspired dinner menu as you sip on one of our hand-crafted specialty cocktails or enjoy a selection from our award-winning wine list that has also been recognized multiple times by Wine Spectator. Executive Chef Kim Moyle continuously breathes new life into our iconic Palace Arms with artful plate presentations and delectable dishes.

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6. range

4.3

Awesome(1619)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 16 times today

Located within the new Renaissance Denver Downtown City Center Hotel at the historic Colorado National Bank building, range offers cuisine that celebrates the cultural heritage and adventurous spirit of the American West, prepared with a modern day sophistication.range features a bar offering a wide selection of local beers, liquors and wines, a private dining room and a wood fired oven, in which much of the fare will be prepared. In addition to offering daily featured dishes, the menu changes seasonally and offers a large selection of shareable plates in addition to entrees and side dishes.range also offers free valet for all guests.

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7. Bao Brewhouse

4.6

Exceptional(996)

££££Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 31 times today

Reservations & Dining Spaces:Tap Room (First Floor): Reservations are available only during lunch hours and on Monday evenings. This space operates on a walk-in only basis outside of those times. Service is via QR code, offering Chinese street food-inspired dishes and a rotating selection of local draft beers. Please note: There is a 90-minute dining limit.Tea Room (Second Floor): A more traditional yet lively dining experience with a curated menu, extensive tea selection, wine list, and a tea-centric cocktail program. The ambiance is designed for a fun, social experience, featuring a DJ on Tuesday, Thursday – Saturday for an upbeat atmosphere.🚨 Accessibility Notice: Our restaurant is housed in a historic building with two separate flights of stairs leading to each dining area. Unfortunately, there is no elevator. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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8. Cart Driver LoHi

4.9

Exceptional(33)

££££Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Whittier

Booked 17 times today

Chefs Jacob Thornton and Louie Betrus and their team have created a menu designed for sharing. Wood-fired pizza, house-made pasta, freshly shucked oysters, and rotating seasonal market plates are perfect for pairing with natural wines, craft cocktails and local beers, and an extensive selection of amaro.

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9. Church and Union - Denver

4.6

Exceptional(149)

££££Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 30 times today

A 5th Street Group Concept | Modern-American cuisine served in a casual yet refined atmosphere with food by Top Chef Alum Jamie Lynch and Chef Partner Adam Hodgson. Brought to you by the team from Church and Union Charleston, Tempest Charleston, Church and Union Nashville, Ophelia's Pizza + Bar - Nashville, Church and Union Charlotte and La Belle Helene Charlotte. Church and Union Denver is located in the heart of Downtown Denver on 17th Street between Blake and Market Streets.

A photo of Woodie Fisher Kitchen + Bar restaurant

10. Woodie Fisher Kitchen + Bar

4.5

Awesome(155)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 33 times today

The oldest remaining structure in Denver’s iconic Union Station neighborhood, historic Hose House No. 1 was one of the first fire stations in Denver. Established as a volunteer fire station in 1881, before the City of Denver created a paid fire department, it has been lovingly restored and re-imagined as an iconic, inclusive kitchen & bar.Named after one of Denver’s earliest fire foremen, Redwood “Woodie” Fisher, Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar reflects the historic building’s symbol of heritage, quality, and character. Those same values return to the historic Hose House through intentional, thoughtful design and menu items that will surprise, intrigue, and welcome.Located on the corner of 20th and Chestnut on the edge of Denver’s Union Station, Lower downtown and Ballpark neighborhoods, Woodie Fisher is an ideal location for baseball fans, city explorers, and local neighbors.

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Mark
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Really good during Restaurant Week in Denver.... Will definitely go back another time
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Ocean Prime - Denver - Larimer SquarePrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Downtown / LoDo
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4.7
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RajVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Beautiful building, Great space. Loved it.look forward to my next visit.
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The Grand Atrium at the Brown PalacePrice: Very Expensive• Afternoon Tea• Downtown / LoDo
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4.4
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MICHAEL
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Been here many times and I am never disappointed. In a world that increasingly lacks authenticity, The Brown Palace is a pleasant reminder of how things used to be done. A fine spot, indeed. So let it be written, so let it be done. The Senator
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Ship TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / LoDo
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4
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MaureenO
Denver / Colorado •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent service and great food and fun atmosphere
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Buckhorn ExchangePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Central
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4.7
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Kristen
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on 22 Feb 2025
Rough start but otherwise good experience. The ambience is a rare find these days, particularly in Denver. Attentive waitress. Our waters were always full. Japanese bread for the table was outstanding. Ravioli starter was yummy but a bit cold, although unsure if that was intentional with the unique way it's served? The entrees were filling. Caicio e Pepe and pork belly were delicious. Our only complaint was lack of a hostess or anyone to seat us for several minutes. We were confused and actually left to get our jackets from our room to eat elsewhere, but went back and were promptly seated for a lovely dinner.
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Palace ArmsPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown / LoDo
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3.9

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