When it comes to dining out in Colorado, Denver has myriad places to enjoy a great meal. How about a list of of places that people are booking reservations the most at, to help determine where to go?

It's a list that can help you decide where to, or where NOT to go; sometimes you'd rather avoid the places that are too "popular," right? On the other hand, if you want the night to be perfect, people are loving these places, why shouldn't you?

While most are a bit expensive, they're worth it; the ones that aren't that expensive might fit right into your "budget-friendly night out" plans.

Denver's 10 Most-Popular Restaurants in the Fall of 2024

It's definitely a varied list of restaurants, from steakhouses, to sushi to Italian fare. It's good to see that everyone's palates are open to different dining options; it would be disappointing to find that all 10 were sushi restaurants.

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A few of the restaurants you've probably heard of, while there are also some that you probably haven't; either way, these places are the most popular for dinner reservations in the Mile High City area according to OpenTable.com.

Imagine having the funds available to hit up all 10 restaurants in 10 days; that would be a blast. I'll be there's someone out there, who has the money, who's done it.

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What we need is a list of 10 places for dessert, afterwards, to go with this list.

Whether it's for a "date night," taking family from out town out to dinner, or to celebrate an occasion, these are the places people are really enjoying.

The 10 Most-Booked Restaurants in Denver

When it comes to dining out in Colorado, Denver has myriad places to enjoy a great meal. How about a list of of places that people are booking reservations the most at, to help determine where to go?

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MORE Great Restaurants in Colorado: Our Michelin Award-Winning Restaurants

The Michelin Guide debuted in Colorado in 2023, with five restaurants earning one Michelin star and four noted at Green Star restaurants.

Nine also earned Michelin’s Bib Gourmand distinction, recognizing these restaurants' great food and value.

In total, the inaugural guide identified 44 standout restaurants.

For 2024, Michelin added a one-star restaurant, a Bib Gourmand and two new recommended restaurants: Brasserie Brixton in Denver and Kawa Ni, also in Denver. 

Michelin-starred restaurants earn up to three stars from anonymous inspectors who assess product quality, mastery of cooking techniques, harmony of flavors, the personality of the chef as reflected in the cuisine, and consistency over time and across the entire menu.

Below, find Michelin award-winning restaurants from across Colorado and excerpted comments from Michelin inspectors. The Michelin Guide App contains full comments, maps, images, reservations when available and more features.

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