DEN Airport Area · DIA & Gaylord Rockies
Best Restaurants near DEN Airport Area
DEN has more than the usual airport food — there are legitimately good options past security if you know which terminal to head to. The Gaylord Rockies has a full dining scene worth knowing about.
Top picks: Modern Market (4.4★), Elway's (4.2★), Mercantile Dining & Provisions (4.2★). 27 restaurants tracked in and around DEN Airport Area.
Top Local Picks
#1Modern Market
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Fresh airport food worth the layover stop
#2Elway's
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Airport dining that actually lives up to the price
#3Mercantile Dining & Provisions
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Chef-driven food, real flavor at altitude
#4Copper Table
6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd, Aurora, CO 80019, USA
Known for: Gourmet dining without leaving the convention
#5Moonlight Diner
6250 Tower Rd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Classic diner comfort with genuine hometown warmth
More restaurants near DEN Airport Area
Ted's Montana Grill
16495 E 40th Cir, Aurora, CO 80011, USA
Known for: Bison steaks and burgers done right
Snooze
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Creative breakfast spot in the airport
AmericanClosedGarden + Grain Seasonal Kitchen
6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd, Aurora, CO 80019, USA
Known for: Seasonal cooking with wood-fired pizza excellence
Dave's Hot Chicken
5690 Tower Rd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Crispy spiced chicken sliders, heat your way
ItalianClosedDiCicco's Italian Restaurant
6701 Tower Rd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Authentic italian gem near denver airport
Mizu Sushi Izakaya
8900 Peña Blvd Terminal B Near Gate 12, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Fresh airport sushi with denver-quality fish
MexicanClosedEl Chingon
Denver International Airport, Terminal B near Gate 12, 8900 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Authentic mexican food inside the airport
ClosedDenver Streat Eats
Denver International Airport, 8500 Peña Blvd B Gate 22, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Airport food that actually tastes good
AmericanClosedTocabe
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Indigenous flavors, fresh ingredients, airport quality
The Smokehouse at Green Valley Ranch
4900 Himalaya Rd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Relaxed golf course dining with smoky comfort food
ClosedMister Oso
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Slow-cooked tacos that actually taste great
The Fortunate Prospector
6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd, Aurora, CO 80019, USA
Known for: Authentic british pub fare and ales
Old Hickory Steakhouse
6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd, Aurora, CO 80019, USA
Known for: Elevated steaks and impeccable service
Uncle
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Authentic ramen with melt-in-your-mouth pork belly
Maria Empanada
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Latin american hand pies, airport made delicious
ItalianClosedOsteria Marco DEN
8900 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Excellent italian food in denver airport
La Calle Grill
7050 Tower Rd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Authentic street tacos that beat san diego
Modern market Eatery C
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Allergen-friendly bowls at the airport
Colorado Collective Marketplace
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Quick bites and coffee at DIA
Runway & Rye
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Craft cocktails with thoughtful, attentive service
Galley DIA
7850 N Harry B Coombs Pkwy, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Hidden gem with generous portions and dry humor
Colorado Collective Grab & Go
8500 Peña Blvd United Premier Access Bag Drop, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Quick snacks and travel essentials at dia
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