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4.8
- 4.8Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.4Value
Noise • Moderate
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Rioja
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
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2 people
Mar 25, 2025
March 2025
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7:00 p.m.
Experiences are available.
About this restaurant
- Good for special occasions
- Great for fine wines
- Charming
Why they're an Icon
Executive chef: Jennifer Jasinski
From the OpenTable editors: Rioja's Jennifer Jasinski is a trailblazer, being the first chef from Denver to win a James Beard Award for Best Chef Southwest in 2013, along with many other accolades. The Larimer Square restaurant recently celebrated two decades, and the open kitchen still fires out rustic Mediterranean fare, from fresh handmade pasta to smoky grilled octopus.
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesMediterranean, Fusion / Eclectic
- Hours of OperationBrunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Phone number
- Website
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- CateringWhatever the occasion, Crafted Concepts has a venue and menu to exceed your expectations. We truly thrive on creating custom events and exciting experiences – the only limit is your imagination!
- Private party facilitiesThe culinary prowess of James Beard award winner, Jennifer Jasinski, is highlighted at every meal served by the talented Rioja staff. A Mediterranean menu with local, seasonal influences is served in semi-private or restaurant-wide events from 20 to 150 handled with Rioja’s award-winning expertise.
- NeighbourhoodDowntown / LoDo
- Cross Street15th St; Larimer St
- Parking detailsValet available on Larimer Square each night of the week for dinner, $10 off with Rioja validation.A parking garage is located directly behind the restaurant on Market Street. Street parking is available throughout Larimer Square.
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Celebration of Spring dinner
US$125.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 26, 2025 onlyRioja's creative team will feature first-of-the-season food and beverage pairings to toast the coming of Spring.
Popular dishes
What 10,523 people are saying
Rioja reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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Denver / Colorado
Mediterranean
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rioja offers an exceptional dining experience with "incredible service" and "amazing food." The artichoke tortelloni is a standout dish, while the squash soup and ricotta gnocchi are "perfect." Guests appreciate the "friendly staff" and "lovely atmosphere." Perfect for special occasions, Rioja is a "go-to" restaurant in Denver.
10,523 Reviews
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MerryDrinker VIP
Los Angeles40 reviews
5.0Dined 2 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Mackenzie VIP
Denver6 reviews
5.0Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Gretchen
Denver15 reviews
5.0Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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JenniferG VIP
Denver14 reviews
5.0Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Paul
Denver67 reviews
5.0Dined 4 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Jennifer
Denver4 reviews
5.0Dined 6 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Peggy
Denver2 reviews
5.0Dined 6 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Molly VIP
San Francisco4 reviews
5.0Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Lynda
Denver2 reviews
5.0Dined on March 17, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta1 review
5.0Dined on March 16, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
Rioja is rated 4.8 stars by 10523 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
Experiences are available.
1431 Larimer Street, Denver, CO 80202
Additional information
- Cross Street15th St; Larimer St
- NeighbourhoodDowntown / LoDo
- Hours of OperationBrunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesMediterranean, Fusion / Eclectic
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsValet available on Larimer Square each night of the week for dinner, $10 off with Rioja validation.A parking garage is located directly behind the restaurant on Market Street. Street parking is available throughout Larimer Square.
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number
- CateringWhatever the occasion, Crafted Concepts has a venue and menu to exceed your expectations. We truly thrive on creating custom events and exciting experiences – the only limit is your imagination!
- Private party facilitiesThe culinary prowess of James Beard award winner, Jennifer Jasinski, is highlighted at every meal served by the talented Rioja staff. A Mediterranean menu with local, seasonal influences is served in semi-private or restaurant-wide events from 20 to 150 handled with Rioja’s award-winning expertise.