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El Five, Denver, CO

El Five

4.7
4.7
4252 Reviews
$50 and over
Mediterranean

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2 people
23:00
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  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Nestled high above LoHi on the fifth floor of 2930 Umatilla, El Five boasts spectacular, unobstructed views of the downtown Denver skyline. The menu is an homage to the Mediterranean and features small plates built on bold flavors found throughout the region: Spain, North Africa, the Middle East.

Inside, the space is understated and sensual, flanked by a large, open-air patio for sun-kissed Colorado nights. As the newest restaurant in the Edible Beats family, El Five celebrates the confluence of flavors, ideas and geographies made possible by a subtle shift in perspective.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Spanish, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (303) 524-9193
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Corey Ferguson
  • Area
    Highlands
  • Cross Street
    On Umatilla St. between 29th and 30th.
  • Parking details
    El Five offers valet services to all our guests. Once you arrive in our covered valet parking lot off Umatilla St., VIP Valet will be happy to assist you. Valet services provided for a $15 fee, payable by cash or card.
  • Public transit
    W 32nd ave and Tejon street - Bus station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef's Counter Dinner

    Multiple dates available
    The Chef's Counter experience is catered to the guests with discerning taste, allowing our culinary experts to guide you through the flavors and excitement of the Mediterranean! Join us at the counter for samples of dishes from the Garde Manager kitchen, experience the hospitality of our Chef's as they prepare your dinner, and watch the excitement from the only seats that guarantee our Downtown Denver Skyline view.
    Chef's Counter Dinner photo
  • El Five Presents: 2025 Valentine's Day Dinner

    US$125.00 per person

    14 Feb 2025 only
    What happens on the 5th floor...stays on the 5th floor... Enjoy a 4-Course Prix Fixe menu, with optional wine pairing, overlooking the breathtaking Denver & Rocky Mountain skyline in El Five's sultry dining room. Reservations are highly recommended, and Taxes & Gratuity are not included in the base pricing. Please be aware, our prix fixe menu will be our only menu offering for this evening. xoxo, Edible Beats
    El Five Presents: 2025 Valentine's Day Dinner photo

What 4,252 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver / Colorado

    Mediterranean

  • Denver

    Great for scenic views

  • Denver

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Five offers a "stunning rooftop view" and vibrant ambiance, perfect for special occasions. Known for its "creative fusion of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors," the tapas-style menu and signature cocktails are "absolutely phenomenal." While some guests noted seating and service delays, the "friendly and knowledgeable staff" enhance the dining experience.
4,252 Reviews
  1. Brian

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El Five has a very eclectic menu, mostly Mediterranean or Middle Eastern. The dishes are very creative, typically fusing traditional dishes with modern innovations or different cultures entirely. We very much enjoyed most of the dishes. However, several had so much salt added that they were not as enjoyable as they could have been. We ordered two fish dishes. The Monkfish was way over cooked. The Sea Bass had a spicy crust that so overpowered the dish that you couldn't taste the fish. These need to be improved. Service was great, very attentive and responsive. Overall, a good experience with a few areas for improvement.

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  2. Christian

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unos platitos exquisitos de verdadera gastronomía española, las croquetas de bacalao estaban riquísimas, y la seefood paella ni hablar, para chuparse los dedos! Volvería sin duda alguna

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  3. Jamie

    Denver

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was good overall. A few dishes were overcooked (shrimp and rib). Food came out quick. Took a little bit to get our 2nd round of drinks. It was busy per the usual. Great view of city.

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  4. Lauren

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a beautiful place to go on date night. The food was delicious, and the 3 thieves drink is by far the best spicy/smokey drink I’ve ever had. It’s what I’ve been searching for 🥃 Oh, and the Date cake is Michelin level quality. It was too beautiful, we didn’t want to eat it. I would compare this place to something you’d find in New York! Thank you El Five for the great time, we will be back.

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  5. Joe

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary at El Five and loved every moment. The atmosphere was a total Vibe with a beautiful view of the city. Our Longs Peak Lamb shank ad the Seafood paella were delicious. We even got complimentary Champagne for our anniversary! We are already planning our next visit!

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  6. Jillian

    VIP

    Denver

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the service was even better!

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  7. paige

    VIP

    Hawaii

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredibly disappointing. Saved by the view. Bad service, mid food.

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  8. jacque

    Denver

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We felt that the tables for four on our level were not conducive to good conversation. Much better would be a traditional table with two people to a side facing each other. Also, the music with a loud bass made it difficult to hear conversations with some people so far apart. The food was excellent, except for the seafood paella. The spices were odd, and it was very dry. The desserts were excellent. Next time, we will only order from the tapas, mezze & desserts menus.

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  9. josalyn

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Vibes were immaculate. Adrian was our server and he was super attentive and professional.

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  10. Seana

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was even better than I expected! I had the Mezze spread which I got as a half order since I dined alone at the chef’s table. It was delicious and had great variety. The matzo ball soup dumplings were also delicious. I ended with the catalana crema which was unreal. The chef’s table was a lovely experience and the chefs were welcoming and friendly. I even got some bonus treats to try! The best part was the server. He was kind, informative, fun, and attentive.

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FAQs

El Five offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 524-9193.

El Five is rated 4.7 stars by 4252 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
23:00
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 91 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for El Five

2930 Umatilla St, Suite 500, Denver, CO 80211-3833

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    On Umatilla St. between 29th and 30th.
  • Area
    Highlands
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Spanish, Middle Eastern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    El Five offers valet services to all our guests. Once you arrive in our covered valet parking lot off Umatilla St., VIP Valet will be happy to assist you. Valet services provided for a $15 fee, payable by cash or card.
  • Public transit
    W 32nd ave and Tejon street - Bus station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Corey Ferguson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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