The 11 Best New Places to Eat and Drink in Denver, Spring 2026 - 5280
The 11 Best New Places to Eat and Drink in Denver, Spring 2026 - 5280 Grilled octopus at Casa Juani.
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Sign Up This spring has been hot , and we’re not just talking about the weather.
Denver’s culinary scene seems to be taking cues from Mother Nature, too.
Spanish cuisine is especially en fuego, but we’ve seen a swath of openings, from Chinese noodles to wood-fired pizzas to artisan ice cream—and not a moment too soon.
Here, the 11 best new restaurants in Denver.
Enjoy your tapas, Japanese-style sandos, adult Spaghetti-Os, and other tasty dishes.
