Romantic Restaurants in Denver, Colorado

To ensure cutting edge perfection, EEdge Restaurant and Bar is run by an enthusiastic team of culinarians from both Colorado and around the world.

Each of them brings their particular talents to Edge ensuring at all guests leave with lasting memories of a good night out. The modern décor perfectly sets the scene for a romantic dinner and the excellent food and drink options are sure to suit all tastes. Edge is a modern American steakhouse serving familiar cuisine prepared using the finest locally sourced ingredients, prepared to perfection. Several of the appetizers are perfectly suited to vegetarians while the extensive grill menu will delight all meat eaters. Further vegetarian and pescatarian mains are available along with your choice of sides and sauces.

1111 14th Street, Denver, CO 80202, 303 389 3050

Fruition Restaurant, Denver is a tiny eatery that has been drawing foodies from around the world to experience Chef Alex Seidel's refined farm-to-table New American cuisine.

Drawing inspiration and naturally sourced ingredients from his 10-acre farm in Larkspur, Seidel’s seasonal cuisine is both simple and sophisticated, with rich, earthy flavors and tastes.

Try the porcini mushroom consommé, which takes you into the forest where the mushrooms grow, or the sweetly seared scallops. Committed to serving great food in an inviting and cozy ambiance, Fruition Restaurant is a place to gather with friends.

1313 E 6th Ave, Denver, Colorado, Phone: 303-831-1962

Izakaya Den is a very popular Japanese-style gastro pub which is great for a romantic night out, provided you both love fish and seafood.

The cuisine features the freshest of fresh sushi and sashimi served tapas-style, ideal for sharing. Alongside the raw offerings diners can enjoy a variety of freshly-made Japanese favorites including gyoza, noodles, tofu, beef and short-rib dishes. For a special occasion you can book the famous Omakazi Chef’s Table and leave all the choices in the hands of the chef. Whichever option you choose you can enjoy delicious authentic Japanese cuisine alongside a great choice of sake, beer and wine.

1487 S. Pearl Street, Denver, CO 80210, 303 777 0826

Restaurants For a Date

Steuben's Food Service is a Denver-based eatery that serves classic regional American cuisine from a retro-style diner.

Run by Wolkon and his wife, Jen, this unique eatery presents everyone's favorite regional classics, such as pot roast, New York strip steak, and meatloaf. Diners can enjoy nightly specials throughout the week, as well as Happy Hour food and drinks specials on certain evenings.

Steuben's cuisine is also available from their food truck, which can be found at locations around town.

523 E 17th Ave, Denver, Colorado, Phone: 303-830-1001

Located in Denver’s Ballpark next to Coors Field, Viewhouse is a popular bar and grill occupying a three story building with a spectacular rooftop deck overlooking the mountains, and more importantly, the ballpark and the ongoing games.

Viewhouse is known for its endless themed parties such as Silent Disco Yoga, but also for a fun, lively atmosphere, popular pub grub redefined by chef Jose Guerrero, plenty of beer on tap, and great cocktails. It is the place where you can bring your kids to watch the game from the rooftop or bring a date in the evening to sip cocktails by a fire pit.

Viewhouse Ballpark, 2015 Market Street, Denver, CO 80205, Phone: 720-878-2015

Restaurants For Great Desserts

Corinne is a modern cocktail lounge/bar/restaurant just off the lobby of the upscale Hotel Le Méridien in downtown Denver.

With comfortable leather sofas and armchairs, small marble bistro tables, and a fire pit, it has a relaxed, stylish bistro atmosphere. The food is Modern American with French touches – try jumbo shrimp Louie or Bacon-Wrapped Filet with bleu cheese crust, served with mashed potatoes and broccolini in beef jus. Corinne is the perfect spot for a power lunch – it is even advertised as “Enjoy lunch in 45-min or it's free!” The fully stocked bar attracts an after-work cocktail crowd but it is also a perfect spot for an afternoon tea with a piece of apple strudel or banana cream pie.

1455 California Street, Denver, CO 80202, Phone: 720-996-1555

Guard and Grace is a modern, elegant, and upscale steakhouse located in the lobby of the CenturyLink building in downtown Denver.

It is the place where the power lunch crowd comes to wine and dine clients, but also the place for a celebratory dinner or a romantic encounter. The décor is sleek, with deep colors, a huge piece of wall art, and a beautiful outdoor patio. The food ranges from superb steaks and options from a large raw bar to delicious sandwiches. The extensive menu offers something for everyone. A very respectable wine list has a number of wines offered by the glass, and the bar makes classic but also fun and interesting cocktails.

1801 California St. #150 CenturyLink building lobby level, Denver, CO 80202, Phone: 303-293-8500

Serving award-winning Italian food in downtown Denver, Panzano lives by their motto of: “Those who eat well, live well”.

Located at Hotel Monaco in a comfortable and elegant dining room with cozy booths, Chef Elise Wiggins’ menu features creative dishes inspired by Northern Italy, such as Crespelle ai Funghi (crépes with mushrooms and white truffle oil) and Capesante (scallops with spinach and ricotta).

In addition to the impressive menu, Panzano offers regular specials while the bar serves great wine, Colorado beers and craft cocktails.

909 17th St, Hotel Monaco Denver, Denver, Colorado, Phone: 303-296-3525

Snooze Eatery is a bright eatery that aims to add an element of fun and energy to morning meals through great food, excellent service, and a casual, friendly atmosphere.

Founded by brothers Jon and Adam Schlegel, Snooze serves a menu of delicious breakfast foods with a creative twist, from pancakes with marshmallows to Eggs Benedict, omelets, and heaps of huevos rancheros. Residents, families, and friends line up to get their slice of morning pie, enjoying free coffee while they wait.

2262 Larimer St, 303-297-0700; 700 N Colorado Blvd, 303-736-6200; 1701 Wynkoop Street #150, 303-825-3536