Some of the best-known restaurants in Colorado by city, along with a brief description of their menu and website:
- Denver – Acorn is located at 3350 Brighton Blvd, Denver, CO 80216. The restaurant offers a contemporary American menu with unique dishes like oak-fired octopus, smoked pork belly, and pan-seared duck breast.
- The Rabbit Hole in Colorado Springs is located at 101 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903. This whimsical restaurant offers an eclectic menu featuring dishes like lobster mac and cheese, bison meatloaf, and a range of creative cocktails.
- Frasca Food and Wine in Boulder is located at 1738 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302. This elegant restaurant offers a seasonal Italian menu, including dishes like roasted beet tortelloni, whole roasted branzino, and tiramisu.
- Matsuhisa in Aspen is located at 303 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611. This high-end Japanese restaurant is known for its sushi and sashimi, but also offers a range of cooked dishes like black cod miso, wagyu beef, and lobster tempura.
- The Farmhouse at Jessup Farm in Fort Collins is located at 1957 Jessup Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525. This restaurant offers a farm-to-table menu featuring locally-sourced ingredients, including dishes like pork belly tacos, duck confit, and house-made pasta.
- Eolus Bar & Dining in Durango is located at 919 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301. This restaurant offers a seasonal menu featuring dishes like buffalo short ribs, Colorado striped bass, and vegetarian options like the roasted beet salad.
- The Butcher & Baker Cafe in Telluride is located at 217 E Colorado Ave, Telluride, CO 81435. This casual cafe offers a range of breakfast and lunch options, including homemade pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and creative sandwiches like the “Elk in a Blanket.”
- Mountain Standard in Vail is located at 193 Gore Creek Dr, Vail, CO 81657. This rustic-chic restaurant offers a range of creative dishes, including smoked pork shoulder, crispy brussels sprouts, and a range of wood-grilled meats and seafood.
- Aurum Food & Wine in Breckenridge is located at 209 S Ridge St, Breckenridge, CO 80424. This upscale restaurant offers a range of dishes like bone marrow butter-basted scallops, Colorado lamb chops, and a range of creative cocktails.
- 626 on Rood in Grand Junction is located at 626 Rood Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501. This restaurant offers a range of dishes featuring locally-sourced ingredients, including dishes like pan-seared duck breast, grilled salmon, and a range of creative salads and sides.