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: Corinne Denver (4.8★), Sam's No. 3 (4.6★), Maggiano's Little Italy (4.5★). 24 restaurants tracked in and around Downtown.
Top Local Picks
#1Corinne Denver
1455 California St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Elevated brunch and dinner downtown denver
#2Sam's No. 3
1500 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Classic diner breakfast in downtown denver
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
#53 Margaritas Downtown Cocina Mexicana
519 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Mezcal margaritas and sizzling fajitas downtown
More restaurants near Downtown
AmericanClosed5280 Burger Bar
500 16th St Mall Ste 160, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Creative burgers with a downtown denver vibe
AmericanClosedStout 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
RamenClosedMenya Noodle Bar
951 16th St Mall #104, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Authentic ramen in downtown denver's heart
Panzano
909 17th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Italian fine dining, impeccable service, every time
D'Corazon Mexican Restaurant
1530 Blake St unit c, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Bold flavors, fresh salsas, strong margaritas
Range Restaurant
918 17th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Where steaks live up to the hype
ItalianClosedTavernetta
1889 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Refined Italian pasta and impeccable service
SandwichesClosedModern 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
MexicanClosedQué 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
AmericanClosedPokeWorld
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
FrenchClosedChez Maggy
1616 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Elegant french dining with warm, inviting atmosphere
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 #145, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Tabletop grilling with pristine cuts and vibes
The 16th Street Commons
1550 Court Pl, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Downtown hotel bar with wine options
SandwichesClosedMendocino Farms
1380 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Fast-casual sandwiches with farm-fresh ingredients
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