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LODO. 1515 entices diners with low lighting, a romantic atmosphere, and tantalizing grilled meat and fresh seafood dishes. Maryland crab cakes or duck leg confit make terrific starters. Follow them with sizzling beef tenderloin accompanied by vegetable gratin and leek frites, or maybe smoked venison, duck breast, Kobe sirloin, or lamb shank. The unique atmosphere is enhanced by live jazz and blues music played nightly. Private dining rooms available. Reservations recommended. Business casual or dressy attire appropriate.
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240 Union
240 Union Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80228 · 303-989-3562
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LAKEWOOD. Located in the west metro area, this fine dining establishment welcomes guests with an array of good things – sizzling shrimp and tuna tartare appetizers and pistachio-crusted pork chops and grilled duck breast entrees, to name but a few. White linen-topped tables, an open kitchen, floor-to-ceiling windows, and brightly colored artwork make for an inviting space you're sure to enjoy. Extensive wine list with many selections offered by the glass, half bottle, and bottle.
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DOWNTOWN. A Denver tradition, The Broker is a must-visit. The highly-acclaimed restaurant occupies the old Denver National Bank building and incorporates its antique vault into the decor. Patrons dine amid exquisite cherrywood detailing too, and each guest is presented a complimentary portion of peel-and-eat shrimp. Experienced chefs prepare succulent roast duck, perfectly broiled filet mignon, savory Rocky Mountain trout, and other goodies for main courses. Guest seating includes semi-private booths and private dining rooms.
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HIGHLANDS. Seemingly extracted from a 19th-century novella, this remodeled Victorian home serves as an elegant restaurant and is regarded by many as Denver's grande dame of fine dining. Dishes are fashioned from the freshest ingredients – bouillabaisse and herb-crusted halibut lead the way. The ambience promises relaxed, enjoyable meals, and outdoor dining is especially pleasant. The restaurant is primarily a special-event venue with limited public seating, so reservations are a must.
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Mizuna
225 E 7th Ave, Denver, CO 80203 · 303-832-4778
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CAPITOL HILL. Neighborhood folks place laurels at the feet of this New American eatery, which is known almost as much for ambience as for its innovative menu. A handful of conservatively appointed tables dot the intimate dining room; soft lighting and professional, unobtrusive service complete the elegant scene. Featured dishes twist traditional American favorites, and the results include macaroni and cheese with lobster and Maple Leaf Farm duck with balsamic jus. Since seating is limited, reservations are a must.
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Palace Arms
321 17th St, Brown Palace Hotel, Denver, CO 80202 · 303-297-3111
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DOWNTOWN. Favored as a "good impression" spot with the downtown business crowd, the Brown Palace Hotel's elegant dining room recaptures the romance and glamour of a forgotten age. The European-styled setting features Napoleonic French antiques, white onyx walls, impeccably appointed tables, and a professional waitstaff dressed to the nines. Featured dishes include Dover sole meuniére with saffron Parisienne potatoes, duck à l'orange with Haystack Mountain goat cheese, and roasted rack of Colorado lamb with hazelnut gremolada.
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Potager
1109 Ogden St, Denver, CO 80218 · 303-832-5788
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CAPITOL HILL. Set among the Victorian houses that lend Cap Hill so much charm, Potager ("kitchen garden" in French) has developed a reputation for delicious creations that employ locally-grown and often organic ingredients. Dishes change frequently depending on what's fresh and available; try to sample the foie gras flan, a rich custard with dried fruit compote, as a starter. Entrees like wood-fired lobster on a bed of mole sauce and roasted, lemon-infused chicken have won rave reviews.
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DOWNTOWN. James Beard-award-winner Kevin Taylor's eponymous eatery is a favorite with local romantics and critics, who heap high praise on the innovative New American fare and cozy confines of the elegant Art Deco-style dining area. Starters like black truffle-and-roasted garlic ravioli or French foie gras serve to whet the appetite, setting the stage for Broken Arrow venison au poivre with roasted pear and butternut squash, or roasted Scottish salmon with asparagus and nicoise mashed potatoes. A superb, "Wine Spectator"-recognized wine list helps round out the experience.
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Strings
1700 Humboldt St, Denver, CO 80218 · 303-831-7310
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UPTOWN. Enjoyed by Denver's suave uptowners, this fine dining restaurant sports a bit of a Kubrick design scheme with stark white walls, chrome chairs, contemporary artwork, and an industrial loft area. While duck salad or a cup of homemade soup serve as ideal appetizers for some, Strings' Dungeness crab cakes and carpaccio with mustard aioli add a touch of spice to any meal. Featured entrees include grilled Colorado lamb chop with peach and onion cobbler, roasted calf's liver with 17th Avenue chive beurre blanc, and basil ravioli stuffed with lobster mascarpone.
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LODO. Contemporary and upscale, Vesta Dipping Grill offers great food that finds much favor with the business set. Young professionals looking for a twist on American cuisine flock to this LoDo eatery, enjoying dishes that bear global culinary influences. The open kitchen, for example, crafts savory plates of grilled chicken, duck breast with mango salsa, calamari steak with chili-lime sauce, and ancho chili grilled lamb tenderloin. Burnished hues, open vistas, and exposed brick lend a modern ambience to the place. Friendly, expert service.
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