Best Restaurants for People Watching in Denver

13 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Le Bilboquet - Denver restaurant

1. Le Bilboquet - Denver

4.7

Exceptional(1982)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Cherry Creek

Booked 5 times today

Le Bilboquet, bringing a premier French restaurant experience to Denver and Cherry Creek North.This bistro is modeled after the Upper East Side original — a dining room dressed in white linens, with velvet seats, dark wood, and brass finishes. The Denver menu will include traditional and modern French fare, as well as the house special: Cajun Chicken.Le Bilboquet is a 6,000-square-foot location at 3rd and Saint Paul has a premier 70 seat patio, a beautiful lounge, a 24 seat private dining room and a main dining room that can seat up to 110 guests.Reservations over 6 guests in the dining room please inquire at Reservations@lebilboquetdenver.com

2. Satchel's on 6th

4.9

Exceptional(1594)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cherry Creek

Booked 23 times today

Satchel's on 6th.Named after the owner’s youngest son, Satchel’s on 6th is the place to eat and drink. Our Chef has created a contemporary, eclectic, New American neighborhood menu using seasonal ingredients that results in refined flavors and inspired plates. We've put our heart and soul into this place and it gives us great pleasure to serve you. Warm wood tones and exposed brick highlight this cozy, 50 seat space that has made its home on East Denver reinvigorated 6th Avenue. Says Casalini, Our goal is to become the best go-to, indispensable restaurant in the neighborhood. Period. End of story.

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3. Toro Latin Kitchen + Lounge

4.5

Awesome(1091)

Price: Moderate

• South American • Cherry Creek

Booked 30 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.

4. Sunday Vinyl

4.7

Exceptional(67)

Price: Very Expensive

• Wine Bar • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 21 times today

Nestled in Denver's vibrant Union Station neighborhood, right next to Tavernetta, Sunday Vinyl is where every night feels like a joyous dinner party. We're spinning the greatest vinyl records, pouring exceptional wines, and serving show-stopping food that delights the senses.Our menu is all about simplicity and excellence: we source the finest ingredients, treat them with the utmost respect, and create crave-worthy dishes designed to pair perfectly with our award-winning wine program. Whether you're dropping in spontaneously or have a reservation, you'll find a warm welcome and a memorable dining experience.Sunday Vinyl has garnered impressive accolades, including being a James Beard Foundation semi-finalist, included in 5280's Best Restaurants in Denver, and earning recognition from Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast. Join us and discover why every night at Sunday Vinyl is a celebration of great food, wine, and music.

5. Urban Farmer

4.5

Awesome(2137)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 24 times today

In a world of white tablecloths and subtle snobbery, we're doing something rare: being real. We're less steak and more house. Our house - and yours. Urban Farmer was founded on the idea that combining responsibly sourced food, high-quality ingredients and down-to-earth values would create a new kind of steakhouse, where people could create memories and communities could thrive.

6. Little Ollie's

4.7

Exceptional(567)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • Cherry Creek

Booked 5 times today

For more than two decades, Little Ollies has earned a reputation as one of the finest Chinese restaurants in Denver and Aspen. Our menu showcases an extensive range of contemporary Chinese classics and wok dishes, along with premium sushi selections and handcrafted dim sum. To accompany our delectable cuisine, we offer world-class wine offerings, premium sake selections, and specialty and classic cocktails. Our high-end bar and casual dining area provide a dynamic setting that strikes a balance between yin and yang, fostering an environment of perfect chi for your ultimate dining experience.

7. Forget Me Not

4.5

Awesome(79)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Cherry Creek

Booked 7 times today

Forget Me Not is designed with intention and care; it’s not just about being a cocktail bar. Walking through our door opens the invitation to brighten the day; sow the seeds of celebration, or to be a kind ear when needed. We invest in the relationship between guests and the bartenders to create a space where connections are made. People feel rooted when they are here and that follows them when they leave. We are a place where memories can be made, celebrated, and created anew...Welcome to Forget Me Not.

8. Ultreia

4.4

Awesome(1009)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 26 times today

We are a Spanish and Portuguese restaurant with a lively atmosphere, serving plates from the Iberian Peninsula that are meant to be shared. Gin tonics and sherry adorn the cocktail menu along with Basque ciders.

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9. Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO

4.7

Exceptional(1497)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 30 times today

Offering gastropub fare and from-scratch cooking with a culinary commitment to local and seasonal ingredients, the food is both craveable and bold. At the bar, a wide range of local craft beers are available, an option for every palate and plate. Craft cocktails are made with fresh fruit purees, juices, and premium liquors, while wines come in 25 varieties. Enjoy your lunch, dinner, daily happy hour or weekend brunch craft brew while watching the game on one of the flat screens amidst an open kitchen, central bar and a patio that soaks up the sun. Whether it's a cozy dinner for two or lunch with the whole office, Thirsty Lion is the perfect destination for any party size, including large groups and events.

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10. Woodie Fisher Kitchen + Bar

4.4

Awesome(135)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 7 times today

The oldest remaining structure in Denver’s iconic Union Station neighborhood, historic Hose House No. 1 was one of the first fire stations in Denver. Established as a volunteer fire station in 1881, before the City of Denver created a paid fire department, it has been lovingly restored and re-imagined as an iconic, inclusive kitchen & bar.Named after one of Denver’s earliest fire foremen, Redwood “Woodie” Fisher, Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar reflects the historic building’s symbol of heritage, quality, and character. Those same values return to the historic Hose House through intentional, thoughtful design and menu items that will surprise, intrigue, and welcome.Located on the corner of 20th and Chestnut on the edge of Denver’s Union Station, Lower downtown and Ballpark neighborhoods, Woodie Fisher is an ideal location for baseball fans, city explorers, and local neighbors.

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Jamie
Phoenix / Arizona •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Cute little restaurant would go again. Edamame is very fishy though really threw me off. Service 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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Gus
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I love satchels. It’s really close to my house and relatively easy to get a reservation, which is surprising given the small size of the restaurant. The vibe inside is elegant, but laid-back. The management, servers, and bartenders are all super nice and the service is excellent. An extra park is the turntable music system to which all of the clients have access. Should they wish to change the record. I will continue to keep going back regularly.
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Satchel's on 6thPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cherry Creek
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4.9
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Ted
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This is one of our go to places for a special meal out. The escargot is I think the high point of the appetizer menu. It was excellent. I tried the flank steak for the entrée and it was very good. Flavorful. The medium rare is on the rare side of that finish. They are in midstream of a refreshing/renovation which should be completed it sounds like in mid February. Very much looking forward to seeing the new updates.
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Le Bilboquet - DenverPrice: Very Expensive• French• Cherry Creek
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4.7
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JerryVIP
Houston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Noah did a great job with his paring recommendations!
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Urban FarmerPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / LoDo
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4.5
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Ryan
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 12, 2025
First time in, and my partner and I enjoyed our Happy Hour meal immensely! The food was delicious and the cheesecake was recommended and it left us speechless! A great experience as a young couple that consider themselves foodies!
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Sunday VinylPrice: Very Expensive• Wine Bar• Downtown / LoDo
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4.7

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Le Bilboquet - Denver

2. Satchel's on 6th

3. Toro Latin Kitchen + Lounge

4. Sunday Vinyl

5. Urban Farmer

6. Little Ollie's

7. Forget Me Not

8. Ultreia

9. Thirsty Lion – Denver, CO

10. Woodie Fisher Kitchen + Bar

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