Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Denver

38 restaurants available nearby

1. Ambli DTC

4.8

Exceptional(853)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Tech Center / Greenwood Village

Booked 13 times today

Ambli Global at Belleview Station is open for Lunch, HH and Dinner! We have a Globally inspired Chef driven menu with influences from Indian, Asian, East African and Latin American cuisine. This great food is paired with the deep knowledge and care of our attentive staff who are there to elevate your dining experience and who act as your culinary guides. Our Cocktails are balanced and feature seasonal, fresh squeezed juices. Our Wines are specifically selected to with our cuisine. Ambli is the place where food and culture meet and the conversation begins.

2. Tavernetta

4.7

Exceptional(236)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 64 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. Restaurant Olivia

4.8

Exceptional(34)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Wash Park

Booked 37 times today

Restaurant Olivia is a pasta-focused restaurant located in Denver’s Wash Park neighborhood. Olivia is the second project from chef Ty Leon, beverage guru Austin Carson, and hospitality maven Heather Morrison. Each evening we open the doors to our restaurant as if it were our home, welcoming guests with warmth and graciousness. We believe you’ll feel our attention to hospitality the minute you step inside.We draw inspiration from classic Italian dishes and the traditions that bring them to life, but we also feature flavors and recipes from around the world. Our food is made with care and intention. We source our ingredients from organic and local producers whenever possible. Our beverage program features expertly-crafted but playful cocktails, alongside an Italian-focused wine list. We look forward to sharing with you our passion for outstanding food and service.

4. Matsuhisa Denver

4.9

Exceptional(2767)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Cherry Creek

Booked 71 times today

Featuring Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature new-style Japanese cuisine, Matsuhisa Denver anchors the ground floor of the Steele Creek luxury apartment building in Cherry Creek, Denver’s premier shopping, restaurant, and entertainment district. Our 7,800 square foot dining room is open for dinner service from 5pm nightly. Takeout available nightly from 5-9pm. Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s world-famous cuisine draws influence from his classical training in Tokyo and his life abroad in Peru, Argentina, and around the world, showcasing signature dishes such as Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño, Black Cod Miso and Whitefish Tiradito.

5. Mezcaleria Alma

new

5.0

Exceptional(46)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • LoHi

Booked 36 times today

Chef Johnny Curiel debuts Mezcaleria Alma in Denver’s LoHi neighborhood, bringing the dynamic spirit of Mexico City to life with CDMX-inspired small plates and an expansive Mexican spirits menu. Located beside Curiel’s first solo restaurant, Alma Fonda Fina, Mezcaleria Alma marks the natural next chapter in Curiel’s culinary journey to share the beauty of Mexico through food. Each dish and drink draws from Curiel’s experiences in one of the world’s most renowned culinary capitals—a city where culture and tradition merge with global inspiration and constant innovation. While Alma Fonda Fina is a love letter to the home-cooked traditions of Chef Curiel’s childhood—the comfort food found at traditional fondas across Mexico—Mezcaleria Alma embodies the unbridled innovation that defines CDMX.

6. Barolo Grill

4.8

Exceptional(3851)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 47 times today

Barolo Grill, an award winning Cherry Creek North restaurant, prides itself on serving authentic northern Italian food while maintaining a comfortable, elegant ambience. Known for hand crafted modern Northern Italian cuisine, a Wine Spectator Grand Award winning wine cellar, and knowledgeable, attentive staff, Barolo can be a perfect choice for a special occasion or just a fun night out. Chef Darrel Truett's cuisine focuses on the Northern Italian provinces of Piedmont and Tuscany. Seasonally changing menus feature locally sourced ingredients, proudly supporting regional farms and producers. Owner and wine director Ryan Fletter are proud to feature small family wineries that are dedicated to Earth-friendly farming and winemaking philosophies. Barolo Grill has one of the largest collections of Barolo wines outside of Italy.

7. BRUTØ

new

4.8

Exceptional(28)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 11 times today

The heart of BRUTØ lies in our hearth, a live fire sustained by oak wood and manned by our chefs from open to close each and every day. You’ll find that our menu is centered around brutalist ideas, curated thoughtfully and carefully in a way that encourages little to no waste between our tasting counter and our bar program. Our efforts in sustainable practices are showcased through our vast fermentation program and our commitment to locality by way of partnerships with our local farmers and ranchers. BRUTØ's intimate setting offers the opportunity to witness each and every step in the culinary process up close.BRUTØ is located inside of Free Market on the Dairy Block of downtown Denver. The dining room consists of an intimate chef's counter that faces into our open kitchen. Make a reservation to join us for our Chef's Tasting Menu Tuesday-Sunday evenings.

8. Tamayo Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(4394)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 39 times today

Located in Historic Larimer Square, Tamayo is a chic spot with a vast rooftop deck with sweeping views of the mountains. The innovative Latin menu is carefully crafted by world-renowned Chef Richard Sandoval who is often hailed as the “Father of Modern Mexican Cuisine.” Savory & authentic, the upscale Mexican cuisine at Tamayo will make any meal an unforgettable experience. With a collection of over 100 tequilas and agave-based spirits, Tamayo is also a hotspot for margaritas & hand-crafted cocktails.

9. Ukiyo

4.8

Exceptional(99)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese Speciality • Whittier

Booked 2 times today

UKIYO is a 12-seat omakase (chef choice) restaurant located on Larimer Square of downtown Denver, curated by chef Phraseuth ‘Paul’ Sananikone. The UKIYO multi-course omakase experience uses Japanese techniques with worldly flavors transforming it into a unique tasting menu where his offerings change based on ingredient seasonality and availability.

10. Osteria Marco

4.6

Exceptional(4950)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 43 times today

Chef-driven, artisan Italian nestled in the heart of iconic Larimer Square. Osteria Marco is fine dining quality in a casual setting. We believe in craftsmanship and artistry—pizzas hand tossed to order, pasta hand rolled daily, cheese (like our famous burrata) and salumi crafted on site. Bartenders muddle and infuse; wines evolve to reflect the variety of the Italian countryside and climate. Descend the grand staircase, hunker down and, really... try the burrata. Don't forget to join us for Drag Bingo Brunch every Sunday alongside bottomless mimosas and a scratch Italian brunch!

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SteveVIP
Denver / Colorado •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing food and the service is top notch. A bit pricey but you feel like they are working for it. The warm bread they serve with the 1st course is unbelievable - I ordered some to go. All their pasta dishes were excellent. We had the tasting menu, no regrets. I can’t wait to go again.
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Restaurant OliviaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Wash Park
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4.8
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Sarah
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
First time, it was one of the best dinners me and my husband have had in a long time. Our waiter was amazing and helped us pick our menu and everything we had was so delicious.
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Matsuhisa DenverPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Cherry Creek
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4.9
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Kristi
Atlanta Metro •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Amazing experience! Started with the prosciutto, a pinot grigio, and had the tagliatelle, followed by the torta. It was all so wonderful! HIGHLY recommend the tagliatelle!! I sat at the bar, where Caesar waited on me, and he was exceptional. Highly attentive but not over-bearing; he was personable and friendly. I loved the ambiance as well. It should also be said, Caesar went above and beyond, and is an expert in his craft! Make a reservation, and you will not be disappointed.
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TavernettaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown / LoDo
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4.7
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Kristen
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Everything about this place is exceptional! We worked our way through the menu and everything we tasted was amazing. The combinations of flavors were all exquisite. The toro tostada was one of our favorite dishes. The mushrooms and the mole beef cheeks were also stand outs. We truly didn’t have an unsatisfactory bite in anything that we tried. The mezcal selection was fun and on point. Our server, Christina, along with all of the other staff, was attentive and kind and added to the whole experience. I woke up the next day still dreaming about this place. 20/10
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Mezcaleria AlmaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• LoHi
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Lisa
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 21, 2024
We always enjoy Ambli it is our favorite place for a date night. The food is wonderful and the staff gives outstanding service!
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Ambli DTCPrice: Expensive• Global, International• Tech Center / Greenwood Village
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4.8

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38 restaurants available nearby

1. Ambli DTC

2. Tavernetta

3. Restaurant Olivia

4. Matsuhisa Denver

5. Mezcaleria Alma

6. Barolo Grill

7. BRUTØ

8. Tamayo Restaurant

9. Ukiyo

10. Osteria Marco

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