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Updated 05 May 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Denver / Colorado? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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Cafe Diva - Steamboat Springs

4.9

4.9 (1174)

$50 and over

American

Steamboat Springs

About the restaurant

Open seven days a week for dinner services, Cafe Diva is the place to go for a fine dining experience. It features a range of menu items created by Executive Chef Kate Van Rensselaer Rench, including offerings for vegetarians, vegans and those gluten sensitivities. Cafe Diva offers year round classics like Crab and Tomato Bisque and Venison Tenderloin as well as a variety of creative seasonal dishes.

Cafe Diva also features an extensive wine list and a cozy atmosphere making it an ideal place for a romantic evening with that special someone.

As the weather warms we offer patio seating on a first come first serve basis.

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Mette

Dined on 11 Apr 2025

Phenomenal - Chef Kate and her team have the perfect balance of genuine connection, personalization, and attention to detail. The long history and committed staff is proof that they are doing hospitality and culinary right. We savored every bite of Chef Kate’s ingenuity, and appreciated the sommelier’s suggested glass of wine that paired just perfectly. Casey was a gem and master of the dining room. Thank you everyone for a memorable evening. We will be in again!

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Venison Tenderloin

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Beef Tenderloin

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Peanut Butter and Bacon Sandwiches

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Meander Riverside Eatery

4.9

4.9 (541)

$50 and over

American

Pagosa Springs

About the restaurant

Announcing our Winter Hours! From October through May we will be open Wednesday - Saturday from 4:00pm-8:30pm for reservations!

Farm to table dining in Pagosa Springs. Proudly serving fresh local ingredients from neighboring farmers, purveyors, and artisan favorites. Weekly menu changes, depending on season and product availability. Delightful flavor combinations, hearty portions, and craft cocktails, beer and wine to pair.

Our Outdoor Dining Area is closed for the season, but it's nice and toasty inside! Summer will bring back our outdoor patio and riverside seating which adds increased availability to dine in our intimate mountain Eatery.

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Sharon

Dined 5 days ago

What an amazing experience!! This was my treat for Mother’s Day and I was blown away!! If you are looking for a special evening with delicious food this is it!!

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Cast Iron Chicken

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4.9

4.9 (2300)

$31 to $50

American

Telluride

About the restaurant

221 is set in a tastefully refurbished historic home nestled in the trees on South Oak St, just steps from the Gondola. For years, 221 South Oak has been renowned for its intimate atmosphere, incredible food, extensive wine list, friendly service and uncompromising quality. Chef/Owner Eliza serves cuisine classified as Modern Bistro with an eclectic blend of flavors and styles. Full Vegetarian Menu is available.
We also offer catering services in the privacy of your home. Wine and Delectable Pairing Classes are available weekly.

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carol

Dined on 6 Apr 2025

The food and service was wonderful. This is our destination for a special night out

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Wine Pairing and Tasting Menu

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Yampa Valley Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (893)

$30 and under

American

Steamboat Springs

About the restaurant

Yampa Valley Kitchen is a beloved neighborhood restaurant located in the heart of downtown Steamboat Springs serving BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER crafted with local, organic & carefully source ingredients.

Our full bar offers up fabulous coffee, lattes and a variety of craft cocktails & 0-proof options as-well.

Breakfast and Lunch all day from 7:30am-2:30pm
Open for Dinner Tuesdays-Saturdays from 4:00- close.
Happy Hour from 4:00-5:30 with Half Price Specialty Cocktails, 30% off wine by the glass & appetizer

We ask that if you are running late please give us a call at 970-875-3989 as we can only hold tables for 15 minutes.
*Please indicate in your reservation if you have guests in need of handicap accessible seating.

Thank you for booking at Yampa Valley Kitchen and we look forward to serving you today!

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Marianne

Dined on 1 May 2025

We went to Yampa Valley Kitchen for an early dinner. We liked the inviting decor and ambiance. The menu is inviting. We had the salmon and the truffled burger. Both were presented very beautifully. We can't wait to back and explore more dishes.

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Gravlax Benedict

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4.9

4.9 (2458)

$50 and over

American

Central

About the restaurant

WE LOVE FOOD

We believe in an eclectic yet approachable love for food. Our chefs draw from foundations in classic French and Italian cuisine, finding inspiration in seasonal and local ingredients that offer a modern twist to each dish. Our ever-changing menus reflect the efforts of our collaboration with unique purveyors, local farmers, and artisan producers. Join us for an elevated, unpretentious dining experience.

Our patio is now open! Reserve online by selecting "outdoor" option or give us a call at 303-297-1215 and we will do our best to accommodate the request. Our outside tables can seat a MAXIMUM party size of 4 only.

****PLEASE NOTE: Our patio is uncovered; in the event of rain, we will do our best to accommodate everyone inside but cannot guarantee a move is possible. Additionally, our patio is NOT DOG FRIENDLY.

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Gary

Dined 5 days ago

First time visiting the restaurant. The food was delicious. Everything seemed extremely fresh. The service was great.

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4.8

4.8 (651)

$31 to $50

American

Telluride

About the restaurant

-- We are closed for Offseason and will reopen May 22, See you Soon! --

Side Work is a cozy Spanish American lounge in an intimate setting that offers a full menu composed of seasonal sharable plates, rotating craft cocktails, and an extensive, well curated wine list.

Side Work Restaurant has a strict 24 hour Cancelation Policy. Any 'day of' cancelations will result in a fee of $65 per person.
We do not offer a designated kid's menu. Please understand that our menu is not designed to accommodate the expectations of younger diners, however, we will do our best to find items off our menu that we believe younger diners will enjoy.

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Mitch

Dined on 3 Apr 2025

Awesome food and service as usual! Also liked the new banquette seating

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Mushroom Risotto

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Truffle Risotto

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Octopus Española

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Mountain Standard

4.8

4.8 (1005)

$31 to $50

American

Vail

About the restaurant

From the creators of Sweet Basil in Vail Colorado comes a fresh, innovative new restaurant opening December 2012. Aptly named Mountain Standard, this rustic and relaxed tavern aims to set a new standard in the Vail valley by using an ancient form of cooking.

The majority of Mountain Standard’s menu will be prepared via the most primal cooking method: over an open and live wood fire. The only restaurant in the valley to devote themselves to this age-old way of cooking, the food at this exciting new restaurant will have rustic, bold and honest flavors, focusing on the purest ingredients in the Rocky Mountain region and beyond.

Service, like the cuisine, will have that perfect balance of providing a first class dining experience with a more casual vibe. There is no smoke and mirrors here - no fuss - just simple, honest, from the heart service and cooking. The beauty of the creek side location is mirrored by the high energy vibe of this dynamic restaurant.

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Victoria

Dined 6 days ago

Such an awesome dinner and a great local spot! Everything tasted amazing

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Seasons 52 - Lone Tree

4.8

4.8 (8156)

$31 to $50

American

Centennial

About the restaurant

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-6PM.

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Susan

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent dining experience! Everything was perfect!

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Wood-Grilled Tenderloin Salad

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Ahi Tuna Tartare

Cowboy Star - Colorado Springs

4.8

4.8 (2576)

$50 and over

American

Colorado Springs

About the restaurant

As a welcomed addition to the University Village lifestyle center of Colorado Springs, Cowboy Star is dedicated to providing an unmatched attention to detail and a level of service that immediately sets us apart. Cowboy Star guests are the number one priority and guest satisfaction is the base upon which our entire concept is built.
Our level of service is only matched by our celebration of regional American heirloom recipes offered with genuine neighborly hospitality. We are committed to supporting local and regional farmers, fishers and producers by cooking food that recaptures the simple and pure tastes found in locally grown, natural and organic ingredients. We strive to raise awareness of a more sustainable food future, while helping to restore a sense of community that brings us back to a more homegrown time.

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Matthew

Dined 2 days ago

Service was excellent. Very attentive staff. Our glasses never got less than half full. We all (5 of us) ordered steaks. Ribeyes, Strips and Filets. All of the steaks were excellent. The sauteed mushrooms were truly great. However the other two sides (potatoes and brocollini) were lukewarm to cold. Desert menu was 'meh'. Ambiance was ok. With the description of 'Steakhouse and Butcher Shop', we were all expecting a presentation that was a little more rustic. Steaks were very good, but we won't be putting this on our list to revisit anytime soon.

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Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding

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Dry Aged Ribeye

A photo of Splendido at the Chateau - Beaver Creek restaurant

Splendido at the Chateau - Beaver Creek

4.8

4.8 (1042)

$50 and over

American

Beaver Creek

About the restaurant

Splendido at the Chateau offers wonderful Rocky Mountain dining featuring hearty yet refined American-European cuisine. In summer, enjoy a cocktail or dine outdoors on our flower filled deck and enjoy great views of Beaver Creek Mountain. As the sun sets and the mountain chill sets in, retreat indoors and get cozy next to our lovely, double-sided, wood burning fireplace.
Splendido can comfortably accommodate a range of events including wedding receptions, family celebrations, cocktail parties, as well as business and corporate dinners with private facilities for catered meetings and seminars.

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DanVIP

Dined on 6 Apr 2025

Amazing food. Great service from knowledgeable, professional team. All dishes and desserts were awesome.

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