Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Denver / Colorado

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Updated December 05, 2024

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PARC Aspen

5.0

5 (236)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Aspen

About the restaurant

PARC Aspen: A Modern Mountain Dining Experience
Nestled in the heart of town, PARC Aspen is a locally owned and operated gem, brought to life by Maryanne & Harley Sefton. Experience the epitome of "Aspen Seasonal" cuisine, where contemporary American dishes are infused with a Euro-French flair. Executive Chef Mark Connell, a culinary wizard with experience at renowned establishments like The French Laundry and Alinea, crafts innovative menus highlighting the freshest local and organic ingredients. Try our famous Stuffed Coq Au Vin and Mushroom & Polenta*

Complementing Chef Connell's creations is a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list, meticulously curated by Master Sommelier Jonathan Pullis. With a focus on French selections, this extensive collection offers the perfect pairing for every dish. Over 1,300 varietals to choose from!

Whether you're seeking a vibrant atmosphere in our bar or an elegant fine dining experience, PARC Aspen promises an unforgettable culinary journey.

Top review

KathyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

This may be my new favorite restaurant in Aspen. The dining room is cozy and elegant at the same time. Service was friendly, efficient and abundant. Host Harley is affable and engaging. The food is next level creative, innovative and delicious. I look forward to my next meal here.

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Experience

Social Hour

Sugarbeet

4.8

4.8 (2375)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Longmont

About the restaurant

Our locally owned restaurant offers a refreshing collection of Seasonal American Cuisine in an intimate and contemporary setting. Our seasonally changing menu emphasizes our creativity and passion for using the freshest ingredients possible and supporting local growers and ranchers. Join us for a memorable evening of delicious food with friends. In addition to our warm and inviting dining rooms, we have outdoor seating on our patios when weather permits. We can accommodate your next group function and can help you with a personalized menu for your event. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Adriane

Dined 2 days ago

Our waiter was awesome. Such a nice experience. Wonderful evening.

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4.9

4.9 (1631)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Steamboat Springs

About the restaurant

Table 79 is located right in the heart of beautiful downtown Steamboat Springs. We offer a one-of-a-kind dining experience that blends American and international cuisine with the freshest local ingredients. Our goal is to provide our guests with an unforgettable dining experience in a modern and sophisticated atmosphere. Our chefs are passionate about creating unique flavor combinations that showcase the best of Colorado's local produce and meats. At Table 79 Food Bar, we believe that the dining experience is about more than just food. Come visit us today! Reservations are recommended. Walk-ins are welcome.

Please visit table79steamboat.com to book reservations and view our menus. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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AmandaVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Best service in town! Everything was delicious and on point!

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Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie

Hideaway Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (2790)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Westminster

About the restaurant

Hideaway Steakhouse is locally owned and operated and ranks as one of the top ten steakhouses in the north Denver suburbs/metro area. The owners take pride in the roots of their foundation which are prime steaks, seafood, exemplary cuisine and impeccable service.

We serve the finest quality USDA Prime Beef. Our hand-cut steaks are aged to 35+ days, seasoned with our special in-house rub and grilled over Mesquite lump-wood charcoal to perfection.

Hideaway offers guests a dining experience equivalent to its outstanding reputation and unsurpassed standard of excellence. Our promise to you is nothing less than exceptional!

Gift cards are available for purchase thru our Website or by calling us at: 303-404-9939. Please join our newsletter and watch our Face Book Page for special events, features and updates. Thank you for your support.

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Justin

Dined 3 days ago

Great food and service. We go there 3 times per year and wish it were more, but it's very expensive.

Brass Kitchen and Bar

4.9

4.9 (176)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Steamboat Springs

About the restaurant

Brass Kitchen & Bar is located on Yampa Street in Downtown Steamboat Springs. Chef Ryan Fowler reimagines continental classics as healthful, modern American plates. A diverse selection of artisanal spirits, wines and beers on tap offer the perfect pairing. A staff of career restaurant professionals conveys the hospitality for which Steamboat Springs is famous in an upbeat contemporary, yet warmly inviting space. Conceived as a place where friends and all members of the family are welcome, quality and affordability are core values. Favorites include Cassoulet and Hofbrau Dunkelweiss, and Sriracha Braised Pork Cheeks with dry Riesling or Mezcal.

Happy Hour, 3:30 to 5:30 pm daily, is a time, when locals gather to toast the day's outdoor adventures. The full menu and all beverage are available at a 25% discount.

We welcome your reservation, or invite you to drop by. Bar and table seating is available.

No show reservations will be charged A $25 per person fee.

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PamVIP

Dined on Dec 10, 2024

Another great meal at Brass tonight. We specifically went because it was a Monday night and $10 tapas night. So many great tapas to choose from. We loved the tuna poke, the papusas, the fried ravioli, and the Caesar salad. The Paloma was one of the best I’ve had. Michelle was our server and she did an excellent job, was kind, knowledgeable, and very helpful. Brass has become one of our go-to restaurants because it’s always amazing!

The Boat Tow

4.8

4.8 (70)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Aspen

About the restaurant

Nestled between Wagner Park and the Wheeler Opera House, The Boat Tow introduces a new culinary experience & atmosphere to Aspen’s vibrant dining scene.

Our menu is paired with a mix of elevated cocktails, specialty wines, and non-alcoholic beverages designed to enhance the dining experience.

Our cozy and intimate dining room space is rivaled by our exceptional sun-soaked patio, best in summer and/or winter!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent service, attentive staff, delicious food

Jack’s on Pearl Wood Fire Grill Steakhouse

4.8

4.8 (550)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Platt Park

About the restaurant

An American Contemporary Menu with a Little Southern Influence!

Offering two distinct dining experiences, Jack’s on Pearl gives you options for your fine dining experience. Our main floor is set with white tablecloth dining featuring prime steaks, pecan shrimp, lemongrass scallops and an on-site oyster bar. Our second floor features a more casual setting and large outdoor patio.
Both floors feature 12 local draft beers on tap, creative cocktails, and a robust wine list.

Sit back, relax and enjoy.

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SherryVIP

Dined 3 days ago

This was our first time to Jack’s after a recommendation from a friend. The food and service were both excellent! Highly recommended to anyone looking for an amazing and experience.

Wildflower - Denver

4.8

4.8 (1117)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Highlands

About the restaurant

Wildflower is a restaurant that highlights seasonal, locally-sourced, plant-forward shared plates. Wildflower boasts a stunning bar featuring exquisite cocktails & natural wines. The experience draws inspiration from the Western landscape and the traditions of the neighborhood's original Italian and Mexican settlers. Features on the menu such as the "Bouquet of Wildflowers," a chef-driven server-tailored tasting experience, have proven to be successful and highly appreciated by guests.

Due to the limited size of the space we kindly ask our guests making reservations to join us for dinner experiences. Accommodations at the bar are available upon a first-come first-seated basis. Reservations at Wildflower made for drinks only are not permitted unless approved by management. Wildflower is a cashless property. To support the continued operation of Wildflower, a 20% Operations Surcharge and 4% BOH Surcharge will be applied to all orders. Gratuity is neither expected nor anticipated.

Top review

Glenn

Dined 3 days ago

I love Wildflower. It’s my favorite restaurant in Colorado, period. It’s also one of my favorite restaurants anywhere, and I’ve eaten at places all over the world. It just gets the most important things right for a fine dining experience: food, drinks, ambience, service.

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Experience

Christmas Dinner at Wildflower 2024

Experience

Christmas Dinner at Wildflower 2024

West Main Taproom + Grill

4.7

4.7 (960)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Parker

About the restaurant

Restaurateur Pamela Briere owns a restaurant and a catering company in Omaha, Nebraska and says she's been thinking of the Parker gastropub concept since she moved to the town more than a year ago. We love to serve people! West Main Taproom + Grill, our newest concept, brings a unique Colorado theme through and through. 54 Colorado Tap Beers to represent the 54 14er Colorado Peaks, a single source of beautiful Colorado Wines, Spirits and an Urban Cuisine Menu with a Colorado flair.

Our mission will begin with our sourcing practices, but will hardly end there! We promise to inspire your dining experience with remarkable hospitality in a polished, rustic, contemporary atmosphere designed to invite and excite in equal measure.

Top review

Danielle

Dined 6 days ago

We always have the best experience at West Main. The staff is amazing. The food is delicious. Definitely our favorite restaurant in Parker.

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Popular dish

Grilled Salmon

The Carlin

4.9

4.9 (375)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Breckenridge

About the restaurant

The Carlin, in Breckenridge, CO, has transformed one of Breck’s integral downtown properties into an extraordinary three-story experience – each level with a realm of its own. In true Destination Hospitality style, the main level hosts an all-new open kitchen concept – a unique experience for a perfectly posh dining affair, while the lower level introduces a modern-meets-casual take on classic American tavern culture. The top-level houses the Inn at the Carlin, embodying an exciting new era for our brand of enlightened hospitality, boasting four luxury guest room accommodations, exceptionally designed with relaxation and sophistication in mind.

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Evan

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing unique drinks and food! Best place we’ve been in Breckenridge.

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