Best Date Night Restaurants in Art District on Santa Fe

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1. The Ponti at the Denver Art Museum

4.7

Exceptional(821)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Central

Booked 15 times today

The Ponti presents a locally sourced and inspired menu, emphasizing vegetables, ancient grains, and heirloom legumes, complemented by handmade pastas, fish, and meat. Open for lunch, drinks, and small bites every day and dinner on Tuesdays!

2. Tavernetta

4.7

Exceptional(170)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 80 times today

Authentic Italian. Genuine Hospitality. Inspired by the food, wine, and culture of Italy, Tavernetta brings "la dolce vita" style to Denver's bustling Union Station neighborhood with fresh handmade pastas, an Italian directed wine & spirits list and world-class hospitality.Tavernetta's cuisine and wine have been heralded by the James Beard Foundation, the Michelin Guide, World's 50 Best Discovery List, Wine Spectator and more.

3. Stellar Jay

4.5

Awesome(67)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Denver

Booked 29 times today

Stellar Jay offers a vibrant rooftop dining experience featuring live-fire cooking with shared plates amidst Colorado’s urban and mountain vistas in Downton Civic Center, Denver. The nature-based menu honors ingredients cooked over the open flame and inspired by seasonal harvests.

4. El Five

4.7

Exceptional(4151)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Highlands

Booked 76 times today

Nestled high above LoHi on the fifth floor of 2930 Umatilla, El Five boasts spectacular, unobstructed views of the downtown Denver skyline. The menu is an homage to the Mediterranean and features small plates built on bold flavors found throughout the region: Spain, North Africa, the Middle East. Inside, the space is understated and sensual, flanked by a large, open-air patio for sun-kissed Colorado nights. As the newest restaurant in the Edible Beats family, El Five celebrates the confluence of flavors, ideas and geographies made possible by a subtle shift in perspective.

5. range

4.5

Awesome(1569)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 14 times today

Located within the new Renaissance Denver Downtown City Center Hotel at the historic Colorado National Bank building, range offers cuisine that celebrates the cultural heritage and adventurous spirit of the American West, prepared with a modern day sophistication.range features a bar offering a wide selection of local beers, liquors and wines, a private dining room and a wood fired oven, in which much of the fare will be prepared. In addition to offering daily featured dishes, the menu changes seasonally and offers a large selection of shareable plates in addition to entrees and side dishes.range also offers free valet for all guests.

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6. Afternoon Tea at the Brown Palace

4.5

Awesome(4643)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 44 times today

Afternoon Tea & Atrium CocktailsAfternoon Tea, a decades-long tradition at The Brown Palace, is set amid the historic grandeur of the Atrium Lobby serenaded by a melodic piano. Guests enjoy a pot of properly brewed English tea accompanied by scones served with Devonshire cream and preserves, savory tea sandwiches, and a delightful array of classic tea pastries.Atrium Cocktails are on Friday & Saturday evenings, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm and select nights throughout the week. Sip on classic cocktails, wine, or a refreshing pint with charcuterie and other inventive dishes. Live music by The John Kite Jazz Quartet will complete an unforgettable and lively experience.For parties of 8 or more guests, please contact us directly (303) 312-8900

7. Xiquita

4.7

Exceptional(99)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Denver

Booked 12 times today

Xiquita is a highly anticipated restaurant that brings the vibrant flavors and rich culture of Mexico City to the Mile High City. Inspired by the diverse culinary traditions of Mexico, Xiquita offers a unique dining experience that celebrates the country's indigenous ingredients and cooking techniques. Led by Chef Erasmo Casiano, the restaurant's name, Xiquita, is a playful twist on "chiquita," a term of endearment for Casiano's mother, and a nod to the indigenous languages of Mexico.At Xiquita, diners can expect to find dishes that are both authentic and innovative. The menu features a variety of traditional Mexican dishes, such as tamales and tortillas, made with locally sourced ingredients. Guests can also enjoy unique creations like the Infladita de Carne Apache, a play on steak tartare, and the Tikin Xic, a Yucatan dish featuring fish grilled over charcoal in a banana leaf.Join us for a dining experience you won't soon forget!

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8. Quality Italian- Denver

4.7

Exceptional(3050)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 69 times today

Quality Italian in Denver is open for indoor dining and outdoor patio dining with seating also available in our covered and heated outdoor cabins,Visit us at www.qualityitaliandenver.com for more information.

9. Bao Brewhouse

4.4

Awesome(928)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 28 times today

(RESERVATIONS FOR THE TAP ROOM ARE ONLY AVAILABLE DURING LUNCH HOURS and MONDAY EVENINGS)(ONE AND A HALF HOUR TIME LIMIT)Bao Brewhouse is a multi-concept restaurant, the first floor is known as the Tap Room, in which you will find service via QR codes, WALK-IN'S ONLY, Chinese street food inspired fare and a local rotating draft list. The second floor is known as our Tea Room, there you will find a more traditional dining experience with a twist. The Tea Room menu and ambiance lend to more curated and intimate affair, with a vast tea selection ranging from herbal to puer, a thoughtfully selected wine list with a tea-centric cocktail program to satisfy even the most adventurous of palates. The Tea room has a DJ every Tuesday, Thursday - Saturday giving the room a not-so-stuffy feeling.**Please note** Bao Brewhouse holds two separate flights of stairs to enter each of the two dining rooms. The building does NOT have an elevator. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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10. Ocean Prime - Denver - Larimer Square

4.8

Exceptional(7489)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 40 times today

Located on Denver's Historic Larimer Square Block, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language or graphics Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.

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Mary
Atlanta Metro •3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Everything - cocktails, food, service - was stellar and we can’t wait to go back!
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XiquitaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Denver
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4.7
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Denisevip
Denver / Colorado •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
A consistently great experience- food, service and ambiance. A oerfect ending to a day at the museum!
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The Ponti at the Denver Art MuseumPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Central
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4.7
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Richardvip
Greater Boston •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent food, excellent service but be aware Manhattan prices.
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TavernettaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown / LoDo
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4.7
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Cheri
Denver / Colorado •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was our first time at Stellar Jay, and we were delighted with everything. Our server Preston was very gracious and attentive - he had a wonderful sense of how we wanted to be served. The manager Rhea (we had met before during a tour of the Populus, which they run on Thursdays) came over to say hello - she was lovely and calm. This beautiful restaurant was nearly full on a Monday night. The food was fantastic - the two of us split an appetizer (mushroom tempura), entree (steak skewers) and vegetable (beets). Everything was delicious. We were surprised at how big the portions were and ended up taking leftovers home, which the staff not only kindly boxed but labeled and bagged.
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Stellar JayPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Denver
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4.5
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Laurenvip
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
My friend and K really enjoyed Linger! We ordered the pork belly bao, sweet fries, and charred edamame for a shared dinner. All of the food was packed with flavor and delicious. She ordered an old fashioned and I ordered the Thai tea cocktail. She enjoyed her old fashioned and said it was very orange forward, I was unfortunately not a fan of my cocktail but I think only because of personal preference. Overall I still would give it a 5/5. Ambiance was great but it was a tad loud. Looking forward to going back and trying more things!
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LingerPrice: Expensive• Global, International• Highlands
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4.6

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178 restaurants available nearby

1. The Ponti at the Denver Art Museum

2. Tavernetta

3. Stellar Jay

4. El Five

5. range

6. Afternoon Tea at the Brown Palace

7. Xiquita

8. Quality Italian- Denver

9. Bao Brewhouse

10. Ocean Prime - Denver - Larimer Square

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