Downtown · The Center of It All
Best Restaurants near Downtown
Downtown Denver's restaurant scene has improved significantly. Larimer Square alone has enough good options to fill a full weekend, and the 16th Street Mall corridor has gotten better than its reputation.
Top picks: Sam's No. 3 (4.6★), Corinne Denver (4.7★), Yard House (4.4★). 27 restaurants tracked in and around Downtown.
Top Local Picks
Sam's No. 3
1500 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Classic diner breakfast in downtown denver
Corinne Denver
1455 California St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Elevated brunch and dinner downtown denver
Yard House
1555 Court Pl, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Craft beer flights and made-to-order pizza
Maggiano's Little Italy
Pavilions Mall, 500 16th St Mall Ste 150, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Generous italian comfort food, impeccable service
Savina's Mexican Kitchen - Downtown Denver
1801 Broadway, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Authentic mexican elevated with legendary green chile
More restaurants near Downtown
3 Margaritas Downtown Cocina Mexicana
519 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Mezcal margaritas and sizzling fajitas downtown
5280 Burger Bar
500 16th St Mall Ste 160, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Creative burgers with a downtown denver vibe
West Saloon & Kitchen
501 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Housemade comfort food with real polish
Stout Street Social
1400 Stout St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Fresh oysters and creative small plates
Brooklyn's Finest Pizza
825 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Thin crust pizza you can actually fold
Menya Noodle Bar
951 16th St Mall #104, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Authentic ramen in downtown denver's heart
D'Corazon Mexican Restaurant
1530 Blake St unit c, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Bold flavors, fresh salsas, strong margaritas
Thirsty Lion
1605 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Downtown denver spot with reliable cocktails
Tavernetta
1889 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Refined Italian pasta and impeccable service
The Hampton Social - Denver
2501 16th St, Denver, CO 80211, USA
Known for: Fresh seafood and steaks, vibrant vibe
Modern Market Eatery - Champa
900 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Build-your-own bowls, quick and healthy
Kealoha's BBQ
601 16th St Mall Space B, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Authentic hawaiian comfort food in denver
Qué Rico Mexican Restaurant
500 16th St Mall #184c, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Authentic tacos and bold, balanced flavors
Thai Lanna
535 16th St Mall #1, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Authentic thai flavors, hidden gem downtown
PokeWorld
110 16th St Mall #100, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Fresh poke bowls, generous portions, downtown denver
Ajax Downtown
1899 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Fluffy eggs and impeccable kitchen precision
Chez Maggy
1616 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Elegant french dining with warm, inviting atmosphere
The Velvet Cellar
1500 Wynkoop St #101, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Intimate elegance near union station
Casa Tequilas
934 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Authentic mexican with creative cocktails
Kkoki Korean BBQ Denver
2100 16th St Mall Unit 145, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Tabletop grilling with pristine cuts and vibes
Mendocino Farms
1380 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Fast-casual sandwiches with farm-fresh ingredients
The 16th Street Commons
1550 Court Pl, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Downtown hotel bar with wine options
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