Is Modern Market worth it in DEN Airport Area?

Modern Market offers genuinely fresh, healthy airport food that stands out from typical terminal options, though quality can be inconsistent depending on the location and timing. Known for: fresh vegetarian bowls, actually seasoned right.

What should I order at Modern Market?

Popular choices at Modern Market include Seared Ahi Salad, Buddha bowl with tofu, BLT salad, Egg scramble with potatoes.

What do visitors love about Modern Market?

Crisp, fresh vegetables and greens with no wilting or signs of age Significantly healthier options than typical airport food without the usual premium pricing Quick service without long waits, perfect for layovers and tight flight schedules Friendly, attentive staff

Is there anything to know before visiting Modern Market?

Quality varies noticeably between locations and visits—same dishes can be disappointing one time and excellent the next Food can arrive underseasoned or taste like it was made hours in advance and refrigerated The atmosphere feels sterile and uninviting, like a prison dining hall

How expensive is Modern Market?

Modern Market is moderately priced, with a 4.3-star rating from 1,933 Google reviews.

Modern Market — Restaurants near DEN Airport Area, Denver

Name: Modern Market
Address: 8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA, Denver, CO, US
Telephone: (303) 342-6870
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.3

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What Visitors Say

Tracy Blair

a month ago

1.15.26: I had a layover in Denver and wanted to grab dinner without having to wait long at a sit down eatery. I also wanted something healthy, which is kind of hard to find at an airport without spending a decent penny. I came across modern looking for a pasta salad and to my delight they had healthy options. I ordered the Seared Ahi Salad and thought it was decently priced at under $20. The portion of ahi, veggies, and lettuce was pretty adequate and didn't leave me feeling bogged down. Greens were crisp and no signs of wilting, so that's a plus. Ambiance was hustle and bustle busy with travelers but I didn't feel I waited very long and I was satisfied with the value and freshness being it was "airport food."

David Choi

4 months ago

I am a fan of going to Modern Market when I want a quick and healthy bite to eat. I assumed this location would be at least of similar quality to other ones I’ve been to before but that was far from the case. I ordered the Seared Ahi Salad and I was amazed at the lack of quality and care. First off, the salad just looked unappetizing and like it was just thrown together. Nothing was really seasoned or anything and the ahi was super cold like it was just taken out of a fridge. It tasted decent though. Service was pretty good with nice employees. Atmosphere is a little depressing there. It feels like a prison dining hall.

Aviatrix

9 months ago

Well done, Denver. A Buddha bowl with tofu. Got one the regular way and the other without peanuts and it was very good. I’m impressed. The South doesn’t understand this concept whatsoever. As big as the Atlanta airport is, they still don’t get what real food is supposed to look like with the over abundance of fried and brown foods. It’s nice to find fresh vegetables that’s more than a salad or a mere smoothie. Good job you guys.

viley welch

a month ago

Just ordered breakfast before boarding a flight!!! Big mistake because I have no time to return this breakfast!!! Not one ounce of seasoning on this egg scramble and these potatoes are stale cold and OLD! Disappointed as I’ve eaten here many times before!!