2. Spuntino
8.1
2639 W 32nd Ave (Clay St.), Denver, CO
Italian Restaurant · Highland · 21 tips and reviews
Cameron Parker: Really enjoyed the pappardelle with rabbit ragu. The elk tartare was very interesting and unique. The idea of incorporating Indian flavors into Italian worked well.
Chris Gilmore: Get the crunch bar dessert. You can't go wrong. They even gave us a free macaroon!
Leanne Goff: This little cafe packs a big punch on atmosphere & quality of food! The food was was very 'whole' while being simple and refined. Atmosphere is understated elegance. Yes please!!!
3. Panzano
8.7
909 17th St (Champa), Denver, CO
Italian Restaurant · Central Business District · 83 tips and reviews
ᴡᴡᴡ.Bob.pwho.ru Erickson: Best food in downtown Denver! Go for happy hour from 2:30-6:00pm. Try the "Panztini" or "A Perfect Pear" specialty drinks for $5. Plus fantastic tapas for $3 - $5. Best is Pappardelle alla Bolognese.
David Schwartz: Enjoyed a great meal with even better company. Situated in a hotel, the Italian-fare is classic with modern twists. If you like Eggplant try theirs its a standard on a menu that changes seasonally.
Denver Westword: Food is prepared with ingredients from Colorado farms and ranches!
4. Rioja
8.5
1431 Larimer St (15th St.), Denver, CO
Mediterranean Restaurant · LoDo · 142 tips and reviews
Sairam Rajagopal: Best service - really really courteous staff. Best of all though - the food . Lookout for the seasonal specials, the pappardelle is legen-wait for it- dary!
Nick Formoso: Hands down my favourite restaurant in Denver!!! Great for dinner but they also have a fantastic breakfast/brunch menu. Try their house "bacon" for one of the best pork dishes ever, and their donuts!
Denver Westword: Voted Best Free Bread in Westword's Best of Denver 2011!
6. Satchel's On 6th
8.2
1710 E 6th Ave (Gilpin Street), Denver, CO
American Restaurant · Country Club · 9 tips and reviews
z fein: Awesome place!!! Great, fresh food. The ultimate grilled cheese is out of this world. Also one of the best burgers in Denver!
Bree Reed: Go on Friday or Saturday night and sit at the bar! Jessica is a rockstar and will take super good care of you!
Jeremy Garber: Delicious brunch food, cocktails. Best part of the atmosphere is the real vinyl LPs playing!
12. Cherry Creek Grill
8.5
184 Steele St (@ 2nd Ave.), Denver, CO
American Restaurant · Cherry Creek · 80 tips and reviews
sarah vergara: I can't stress enough that CCG has the best French dip Au jus. Something about the perfect thinly sliced prime rib, not-so-chewy bread, and the au jus itself
Brooke: The tuna burger paired with a glass of Prisoner wine is delightful.
Denver Westword: Try one of the wines on their long list of domestic wines -- you can get them by the glass! Read more.