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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: Elway's (4.2★), Copper Table (4.9★), Bar Dough (4.7★). 20 restaurants tracked in and around DEN Airport Area.
Top Local Picks
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Elway's
4.2★(2,849)· $$$
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Premium eggs benedict, airport luxury
Closed
Copper Table
4.9★(4,922)
6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd, Aurora, CO 80019, USA
Known for: Gourmet comfort food, exceptional service, no need to leave
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Bar Dough
4.7★(1,403)
Denver International Airport, Terminal C Near Gate 54, 9100 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Elevated airport dining, never rushed
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Mountain Pass Sports Bar
4.8★(4,052)· $$
6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd, Aurora, CO 80019, USA
Known for: Hand-breaded chicken strips, recliners, and big games
Closed
Mercantile Dining & Provisions
4.1★(1,652)
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: James beard chef, sommelier, real food fast
More restaurants near DEN Airport Area
Moonlight Diner
4.4(7,461)·$$$$
6250 Tower Rd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Chili cheese tots and vintage diner charm
Ted's Montana Grill
4.5(4,756)·$$$$
16495 E 40th Cir, Aurora, CO 80011, USA
Known for: Bison steaks and burgers, excellent service shines
Garden + Grain Seasonal Kitchen
4.9(1,535)
6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd, Aurora, CO 80019, USA
Known for: Wood-fired mushroom pizza, seasonal grain bowls
DiCicco's Italian Restaurant
4.2(3,262)·$$$$
6701 Tower Rd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Hidden gem near denver airport with grandiose charm
Dave's Hot Chicken
4.7(641)
5690 Tower Rd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Crispy sliders and serious heat levels
Mizu Sushi Izakaya
4.3(261)
8900 Peña Blvd Terminal B Near Gate 12, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Fresh airport sushi with a skilled bartender
Tocabe
4.4(115)
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Native american cuisine, elk sausage, fry bread
The Smokehouse at Green Valley Ranch
4.3(488)·$$$$
4900 Himalaya Rd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Smoked meats and golf course views
Old Hickory Steakhouse
4.3(421)·$$$$
6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd, Aurora, CO 80019, USA
Known for: Prime rib so tender it melts away
The Fortunate Prospector
4.8(218)
6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd, Aurora, CO 80019, USA
Known for: Authentic british pub fare, perfectly crispy fish and chips
The Bindery
4.2(91)
8500 Peña Boulevard Concourse A, Gate A26, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Craft cocktails and espresso pastries in the terminal
Uncle
4.3(79)
8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Tender pork belly, bold authentic ramen flavors
Osteria Marco DEN
4.3(47)
8900 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Authentic italian, exceptional airport service
DEN's Rest & Recharge Area
4.1(50)
A Gates, 8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Free airport nap spot for layover travelers
Galley DIA
4.3(18)
7850 N Harry B Coombs Pkwy, Denver, CO 80249, USA
Known for: Hidden gem airport café with personality and value
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