Best Family Style Restaurants in University Hills

31 restaurants available nearby

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1. Mister Oso Wash Park

4.7

Exceptional(176)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Washington Park

Booked 23 times today

Mister Oso opened in Denver’s RiNo Arts District in the fall of 2019 and immediately received recognition as one of Thrillist’s places to “Find the Best Mexican in Denver” two years in a row, as well as being named as one of 16 “Best Restaurants in Denver” by The Infatuation. Our team continues to explore the playful and flavorful menu at Mister Oso with rotating taco dishes, Peruvian cebiche, and crudo, as well as crave-worthy vegetarian offerings.The vibrant energetic atmosphere lends itself perfectly to a night out with friends or casual date night. The transportive vibes are enhanced with the tropical plants and decor as the seasonal menu and agave-spirits cocktail bar afford a micro vacation from the bustle of RiNo, Our inventive Non-Alcoholic Agua Fresca cocktail program ensures that everyone gets to enjoy a delicious, hand-crafted beverage.

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2. Toro Latin Kitchen + Lounge

4.5

Awesome(1074)

Price: Moderate

• South American • Cherry Creek

Booked 38 times today

In the tradition of Central and South American convivial dining culture, Toro Denver features a ceviche bar, small plates, steaks and other family-style entrees, plus, hand-muddled cocktails and local beer and wine. Relaxed and inviting, Toro invites you to share in authentic Latin ingredients, international flavors, and artful dishes at our Cherry Creek Denver restaurant.

3. Carmine's On Penn

4.5

Awesome(2684)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Washington Park

Booked 19 times today

Carmine's on Penn was established in 1994 as a neighborhood, family-style Italian restaurant. Our atmosphere is casual, festive, and friendly. Our servers bring the menu to life, describing dishes and offering advice on selecting just the right combination of food and beverage. We accept reservations for up to 8 people online. Please include persons of any age in the reservation. For parties of 9 guests or more, kindly call the restaurant directly.A 3.5% Kitchen Living Wage is shared among our kitchen team in an equitable manner.

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4. Post Chicken & Beer Rosedale

4.5

Awesome(506)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Platt Park

Booked 9 times today

At The Post Chicken & Beer, we brew delicious, award-winning beers and fry up the crispiest, juiciest hot chicken around. We serve it with our kitchen's take on vegetarian and seafood dishes, fresh salads, farm fresh and innovative sides - classics remade for modern times and tastes. We make the traditional, uncommonly memorable

5. Cafe Mercato

4.5

Awesome(1159)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 5 times today

Café Mercato, located in Denver, is a modern Italian restaurant, owned and operated by Giancarlo Macchiarella of Locanda del BorgoMercato’s light and airy atmosphere and design permeates throughout the modern space. With a large open kitchen and large wine “library”, you will feel right at home sipping on a glass of select wine while watching the chefs create your meal.The menu at Café Mercato is based on Southern Italian fare with a lighter approach. All of the pastas and sausages are made in-house, as well as gelato and desserts. Enjoy homemade pizza from our over imported from Italy and other selections from our wood-fire grill. Come visit us with your family and friends for our “family-style” specials, happy hour, Bon appétit!

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6. Fontana Sushi - Alameda Ave

4.5

Awesome(119)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Washington Park

Booked 1 time today

Come join us for sushi and Japanese cuisine. Our Master Sushi Chef, Danny Niu, studied and worked in Tokyo for seven years and brings both classic training and contemporary creativity to his food. Enjoy dining in a casual, welcoming atmosphere and remember to ask about the Chef's weekly specials. There are always a few surprises! Please do not combine coupon offers.

7. Linger

4.6

Exceptional(7628)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Highlands

Booked 123 times today

Housed in a former mortuary, the decor layers macabre remnants with posh details in a window-flanked space overlooking the charming Lower Highland neighborhood. The drink menu features sips and seasonings as savory as the dishes with which they're paired. While the rooftop patio-outfitted with 1975 GMC RV as bar and repurposed food truck as kitchen- beckons patrons towards adventure.

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8. Jovanina's Broken Italian

4.7

Exceptional(1327)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 28 times today

Jovanina’s offers a fresh, modern take on Italian cuisine sourcing the best local and regional ingredients by the season. Handmade pastas and our rustic, wood-fired ovens are the heart of our menu. We provide vibrant, vegetable-forward dishes, seafood, steaks, and chops, presented in a spirited, inviting setting. We pride ourselves on hospitality and consider ourselves amongst the best of Denver when it comes to taking care of our guests. Our bar is focused toward classic crafted cocktails, barrel-aged spirits, and seasonal liqueurs. We offer a local beer selection and an extensive wine list housed in our wine cellar Sotto Voce.

9. Bao Brewhouse

4.4

Awesome(930)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 35 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. Yardbird Table & Bar - Denver

4.5

Awesome(410)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • River North (Denver)

Booked 28 times today

We welcome you to Yardbird Denver located in the heart of RiNo. At Yardbird, our famous fried chicken is the heart of our Southern hospitality, celebrated by culinary giants like James Beard and Bon Appétit. Our menu reflects cherished family recipes and genuine warmth, capturing the essence of Southern charm. From our vibrant Miami Beach origins to our global expansion, we've remained committed to culinary excellence, honoring timeless American classics while embracing innovation.

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LouAnnvip
Houston •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a wonderful experience at Mister Oso. Five of us ate family style, and we enjoyed the happy hour nachos, guacamole, and queso followed by the deconstructed duck, chicken, and pork tacos. We also had various margaritas and one agua fresca. Every single dish was delicious. The fresh ingredients, smoky meats, and complex sauces elevate dishes above ordinary. Service was solid, too, from the charming and helpful hostess to our knowledgable and friendly server to the swift and skilled kitchen staff. We will be back!
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Mister Oso Wash ParkPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Washington Park
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4.7
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Keith
San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The service was exceptional, cool vibe; what can I say food was great!
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Toro Latin Kitchen + LoungePrice: Moderate• South American• Cherry Creek
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4.5
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Jen
Utah •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Food was good as was service. There were definitely volume issues between the music and the game and the people talking... Seems like something needed turned down just a little bit because it was difficult to hear the person talking across the table.
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Post Chicken & Beer RosedalePrice: Moderate• undefined• Platt Park
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4.5
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Stacy
New York City •45 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This has been our neighborhood go to since 2020. This time we grazed through most of the appetizers. The meatballs were fabulous and the beet and green apple salad counted as dessert.
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Cafe MercatoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Cherry Creek
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4.5
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Pamelavip
Denver / Colorado •188 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 18, 2024
Most everything was great, but the chicken Montana was a “miss”. Loved the short rib and chicken parm. Huge helpings; looking forward to the leftovers!
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Carmine's On PennPrice: Moderate• Italian• Washington Park
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4.5

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31 restaurants available nearby

1. Mister Oso Wash Park

2. Toro Latin Kitchen + Lounge

3. Carmine's On Penn

4. Post Chicken & Beer Rosedale

5. Cafe Mercato

6. Fontana Sushi - Alameda Ave

7. Linger

8. Jovanina's Broken Italian

9. Bao Brewhouse

10. Yardbird Table & Bar - Denver

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