Denver Suburbs · Aurora, Lakewood & Beyond

Best Restaurants near Denver Suburbs

Aurora and Lakewood have some of the best ethnic food in the entire Denver metro — Vietnamese, Korean, Ethiopian, Salvadoran. Most Denverites don't know what they're missing.

Top picks: SPICE ROOM (4.9★), Rosie's Diner Aurora (4.5★), Maggiano's Little Italy (4.4★). 61 restaurants tracked in and around Denver Suburbs.

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Casa BonitaMexicanClosed

Casa Bonita

3.9(16,431)·$$$$

6715 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80214, USA

Known for: Cliff divers, puppet shows, endless fun

Angelo's Taverna - LittletonPizzaClosed

Angelo's Taverna - Littleton

4.6(3,530)·$$$$

6885 S Santa Fe Dr a, Littleton, CO 80120, USA

Known for: Fresh oysters, lobster gnocchi, intimate charm

The Perfect Landing RestaurantAmericanClosed

The Perfect Landing Restaurant

4.5(3,452)·$$$$

7625 S Peoria St, Englewood, CO 80112, USA

Known for: Dine with a view of the runway

Denver Biscuit Company at Stanley MarketplaceBreakfastOpen

Denver Biscuit Company at Stanley Marketplace

4.5(3,193)·$$$$

2501 Dallas St, Aurora, CO 80010, USA

Known for: Elevated breakfast biscuits and craft beer selection

The FortSteakhouseClosed

The Fort

4.4(3,312)·$$$$

19192 CO-8, Morrison, CO 80465, USA

Known for: Wild game dinner with mountain views

Cafe JordanoItalianClosed

Cafe Jordano

4.6(2,267)·$$$$

11068 W Jewell Ave, Lakewood, CO 80227, USA

Known for: Cozy family italian with huge portions

Platte River Bar and GrillBarClosed

Platte River Bar and Grill

4.4(3,048)·$$$$

5995 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton, CO 80120, USA

Known for: Legendary service and classic bar fare

240 Union RestaurantAmericanClosed

240 Union Restaurant

4.7(1,666)·$$$$

240 Union Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80228, USA

Known for: Fine dining steaks and seasonal creations

Culinary DropoutAmericanClosed

Culinary Dropout

4.4(2,450)·$$$$

4141 E 9th Ave, Denver, CO 80220, USA

Known for: Elevated casual dining with knockout cocktails

The Ranch @ West 40BrunchOpen

The Ranch @ West 40

4.6(1,634)·$$$$

12101 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80215, USA

Known for: Colorado green chili huevos rancheros done right

Cafe TerracottaBarClosed

Cafe Terracotta

4.6(1,615)·$$$$

5649 S Curtice St, Littleton, CO 80120, USA

Known for: Industrial-romantic spot with standout lamb

ViewHouseBarOpen

ViewHouse

4.1(3,713)·$$$$

2680 Main St, Littleton, CO 80120, USA

Known for: Rooftop views with mountain sunset energy

The Red LlamaCocktailsClosed

The Red Llama

4.7(1,248)·$$$$

8331 Willow St B, Lone Tree, CO 80124, USA

Known for: Authentic peruvian flavors, genuine hospitality

BosphorusMediterraneanOpen

Bosphorus

4.8(1,067)·$$$$

3493 S Downing St, Englewood, CO 80113, USA

Known for: Authentic mediterranean comfort, generous portions always

ZOMOClosed

ZOMO

4.8(1,030)·$$$$

3457 S Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113, USA

Known for: Creative asian fusion hideaway on broadway

Wild GingerThaiOpen

Wild Ginger

4.6(1,147)·$$$$

399 W Littleton Blvd, Littleton, CO 80120, USA

Known for: Authentic thai, quick lunch, friendly service

Hungry Goat Scratch Kitchen and Wine BarClosed

Hungry Goat Scratch Kitchen and Wine Bar

4.7(907)·$$$$

102 Market St, Morrison, CO 80465, USA

Known for: Garden dining with phenomenal fresh food

Undici RistoranteItalianOpen

Undici Ristorante

4.6(940)·$$$$

1200 E Hampden Ave, Englewood, CO 80113, USA

Known for: Perfectly cooked pasta that rivals your dreams

AnnetteCocktailsClosed

Annette

4.6(905)·$$$$

2501 Dallas St Ste 108, Aurora, CO 80010, USA

Known for: Wood-fired steaks and creative pasta done right

Com Nha Kitchen & BarClosed

Com Nha Kitchen & Bar

4.8(611)·$$$$

2133 S Sheridan Blvd, Denver, CO 80227, USA

Known for: Vietnamese comfort food with serious flavor

Ignazio's Kitchen Restaurant and PizzaItalianOpen

Ignazio's Kitchen Restaurant and Pizza

4.8(598)·$$$$

13041 W Alameda Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80228, USA

Known for: Authentic italian where the owner truly cares

A Bit Twisted Brewery & BBQBBQClosed

A Bit Twisted Brewery & BBQ

4.7(625)·$$$$

3095 S Peoria St # B, Aurora, CO 80014, USA

Known for: Colorado's best brisket meets killer craft beer

Lucina Eatery & BarSpanishClosed

Lucina Eatery & Bar

4.8(545)·$$$$

2245 Kearney St #101, Denver, CO 80207, USA

Known for: Latin fusion with creative cocktails and seafood

Cucina BellaItalianOpen

Cucina Bella

4.7(608)·$$$$

9660 E Alameda Ave #104, Denver, CO 80247, USA

Known for: Italian comfort food, reliably excellent

Latke LoveClosed

Latke Love

4.8(519)·$$$$

699 W Littleton Blvd, Littleton, CO 80120, USA

Known for: Crunchy latkes, authentic eastern european comfort

Bettola BistroItalianClosed

Bettola Bistro

4.8(495)·$$$$

10253 E Iliff Ave, Aurora, CO 80247, USA

Known for: Real italian cooking in a strip mall

Na Favola Trattoria & PizzeriaItalianClosed

Na Favola Trattoria & Pizzeria

4.8(487)

5909 S University Blvd, Greenwood Village, CO 80121, USA

Known for: Authentic italian cuisine imported from italy

Olive Branch GrillMediterraneanOpen

Olive Branch Grill

4.8(487)·$$$$

6583 S Parker Rd Ste 100, Centennial, CO 80016, USA

Known for: Authentic mediterranean flavors in intimate setting

The Pork.LetJapaneseOpen

The Pork.Let

4.8(487)·$$$$

12201 E Mississippi Ave #123B, Aurora, CO 80012, USA

Known for: Crispy pork and tornado fried rice magic

fellow travelerVeganClosed

fellow traveler

4.7(552)·$$$$

3487 S Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113, USA

Known for: Creative vegan food that actually impresses

BorealisOpen

Borealis

4.5(260)

13200 E 14th Pl, Aurora, CO 80011, USA

Known for: Hotel dining that exceeds all expectations

Glo Noodle HouseClosed

Glo Noodle House

4.7(476)·$$$$

4450 W 38th Ave #130, Denver, CO 80212, USA

Known for: Michelin-worthy ramen and fresh fish

NoliaWine BarClosed

Nolia

4.6(525)

8100 S Quebec St b16, Centennial, CO 80112, USA

Known for: Refined southern cooking with european flair

Tino's KitchenMexicanOpen

Tino's Kitchen

4.4(686)·$$$$

11800 Oswego St D70, Englewood, CO 80112, USA

Known for: Cozy spot with consistently delicious comfort food

Jacks on PearlClosed

Jacks on Pearl

4.7(430)·$$$$

1475 S Pearl St, Denver, CO 80210, USA

Known for: Butter-tender steaks and impeccable service

Il Forno di TuttiItalianClosed

Il Forno di Tutti

4.8(375)·$$$$

1627 S Havana St, Aurora, CO 80012, USA

Known for: Authentic italian comfort food, made from scratch

Bong Bong Hot PotClosed

Bong Bong Hot Pot

4.8(373)

10630 E Iliff Ave, Aurora, CO 80014, USA

Known for: Interactive hot pot with outstanding attentive service

No Ke AlohaOpen

No Ke Aloha

4.9(328)

854 S Buckley Rd, Aurora, CO 80017, USA

Known for: Authentic hawaiian food, mainland's best

Catira | Venezuelan Kitchen & CocktailsClosed

Catira | Venezuelan Kitchen & Cocktails

4.7(400)

5370 Greenwood Plaza Blvd #107, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, USA

Known for: Buttery cachapas and tropical cocktails

Boychik - Stanley MarketplaceMediterraneanClosed

Boychik - Stanley Marketplace

4.7(266)·$$$$

2501 Dallas St, Aurora, CO 80010, USA

Known for: Stellar mediterranean flavors, massive happy hour portions

The Common GoodWine BarClosed

The Common Good

4.4(385)

13025 E Montview Blvd, Aurora, CO 80045, USA

Known for: Elevated brunch with exceptional handcrafted burritos

Casa Tequila GrillMexicanOpen

Casa Tequila Grill

4.8(229)

5350 S Parker Rd, Aurora, CO 80015, USA

Known for: Addictive salsa and asada fries

Coyote Table Artisan KitchenClosed

Coyote Table Artisan Kitchen

4.5(312)

2950 Bear Creek Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80228, USA

Known for: Thoughtfully crafted food, warm inviting vibes

Great Divide Brewery & RoadhouseAmericanClosed

Great Divide Brewery & Roadhouse

4.4(331)

7260 W Alaska Dr, Lakewood, CO 80226, USA

Known for: Elevated pub fare meets Denver brewery vibes

Ugly RiceClosed

Ugly Rice

4.7(211)·$$$$

12501 Lincoln Ave #105, Englewood, CO 80112, USA

Known for: Fresh korean food, incredible owner energy

Penn Street KitchenAmericanOpen

Penn Street Kitchen

4.7(188)

500 E Hampden Ave Suite #100, Englewood, CO 80113, USA

Known for: Elevated comfort food, genuinely warm service

Azu RamenClosed

Azu Ramen

4.8(100)

12600 E Colfax Ave Ste B, Aurora, CO 80011, USA

Known for: Authentic ramen with flavors that impress

Aurora EateryOpen

Aurora Eatery

4.7(176)

14200 E Alameda Ave #1039B, Aurora, CO 80012, USA

Known for: Fast casual food hall with consistent fresh flavors

Louis’ No.3BrunchClosed

Louis’ No.3

4.8(141)

11903 W 6th Ave Frontage Rd, Lakewood, CO 80401, USA

Known for: Breakfast that fills you up and your wallet

Osteria AlbericoItalianClosed

Osteria Alberico

4.4(227)

3455 S University Blvd, Englewood, CO 80113, USA

Known for: Refined italian cuisine with european glamour

Molino ChidoClosed

Molino Chido

4.4(191)

2501 Dallas St Unit 140, Aurora, CO 80010, USA

Known for: Handmade tortillas, chef's counter experience

The Barn South BroadwayClosed

The Barn South Broadway

4.7(112)

3299 S Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113, USA

Known for: Freshly remodeled spot, steak sandwiches shine

Work & ClassBreakfastClosed

Work & Class

4.6(116)

900 E Hampden Ave, Englewood, CO 80113, USA

Known for: Shareable plates, seasonal menus, city vibes

Traveling MerciesCocktailsClosed

Traveling Mercies

4.8(77)

2501 Dallas St Suite 311, Aurora, CO 80010, USA

Known for: Hidden gem cocktails and oysters upstairs

Colore Italian Restaurant - Columbine (Littleton)ItalianClosed

Colore Italian Restaurant - Columbine (Littleton)

4.5(95)

5950 S Platte Canyon Rd # A1, Littleton, CO 80123, USA

Known for: Fresh italian pasta, excellent service

Tata & Nono KitchenClosed

Tata & Nono Kitchen

5.0(42)

10180 E Colfax Ave, Aurora, CO 80010, USA

Known for: Authentic sudanese cooking, colorado-rare find

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