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Best American Restaurants in Denver

Discover the best American restaurants in Denver, from modern diners to upscale grill spots serving juicy burgers, hearty comfort food, and classic eats.

Burgers, fries, wings, and hearty mains—these American spots are Denver staples.
Seasonal menus, local ingredients, and new-school takes on the classics.

Denver Curated Favorites

Burgers, fries, wings, and hearty mains—these American spots are Denver staples.

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📍 Historic Firehouse Fare & Seasonal Plates

Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar occupies Denver’s oldest fire station, Hose House No. 1, reimagined as a bright, airy neighborhood eatery steps from Union Station and Coors Field. Chef Franco Ruiz crafts a diverse, sustainably driven menu—from wood-grilled steaks and housemade pastas to fresh seafood and elevated sandwiches—paired with inventive cocktails, local craft beers, and a curated wine list.

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🇺🇸 Modern Americana

Seasonal menus, local ingredients, and new-school takes on the classics.

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🍔 Best Burgers in Town

Smash burgers, fancy buns, and drool-worthy patties—these are the local go-tos.

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Kingston

4.7
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Walton

5.0
Zephyr Float Spa

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Kingston

4.9
Zen Mountain Monastery

Zen Mountain Monastery

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Shandaken

4.5
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Ze Wine Bar

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Hunter

4.7
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Zaborski Emporium

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Kingston

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Good Eat’n

Good Eat’n

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Kingston

Kingston

4.9
A soul food kitchen with a steady hum and stories traded at every table. Mac and cheese, fried fish, and sweet tea pull folks together.
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sonder

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🍴 Contemporary

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Kingston

Kingston

4.7
Small, lively bistro anchored by its bar and bright chatter. Plates swing between rustic—za’atar bread, beans—and bold pours of natural wine.
Casi's Family Diner And Restaurant

Casi's Family Diner And Restaurant

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Liberty

Liberty

4.5
Straightforward diner with an easy pace and a sunrise-to-sunset menu. Plates clatter, coffee flows, and locals keep the conversation moving.
Sportsman's Alamo Cantina

Sportsman's Alamo Cantina

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Shandaken

Shandaken

4.3
Main Street cantina anchoring Phoenicia’s nights with draft beer and Mexican plates. Tacos and wood-fired pizza land best out on the patio.
Aroma Thyme Bistro

Aroma Thyme Bistro

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Wawarsing

Wawarsing

4.6
Lively spot with a local streak, pouring organic wines and pouring pints for hikers and neighbors alike. Wood-fired plates and a menu that changes with the season.
Black-Eyed Suzie's Upstate

Black-Eyed Suzie's Upstate

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Kingston

Kingston

4.7
A scrappy, creative deli with an ever-changing case of prepared dishes. Lunches pack up quick—soups, salads, and fried chicken fly out the door.
Stella's Station

Stella's Station

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Saugerties

Saugerties

4.4
An easy Saugerties spot with open-air tables, strong pours, and pub plates. Conversation cuts through the hum of the patio and clink of fry baskets.
Gaby's Cafe

Gaby's Cafe

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Wawarsing

Wawarsing

4.5
Bright, bustling spot for Mexican plates, margaritas, and a steady downtown crowd. Salsa hits the table, and the chatter never quiets.
Buns Burgers

Buns Burgers

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Saugerties

Saugerties

4.5
Classic roadside burger joint that keeps it simple and quick. Beef sizzles, shakes get poured, and fries hit the basket all day.
Lazaro’s Pizzeria & Mexican Food

Lazaro’s Pizzeria & Mexican Food

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Catskill

Catskill

4.6
No-nonsense spot for pizza and Mexican plates, always buzzing at lunchtime. Crust hits crisp, tacos come out hot, and regulars linger.
Wunderbar Bistro

Wunderbar Bistro

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Hudson

Hudson

4.4
Hudson’s last stop on Warren, always humming with regulars and honest spirits. Plates land hot: schnitzel, burgers, and local pints.
La Conca D'oro

La Conca D'oro

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Catskill

Catskill

4.4
A fixture on Main Street for old-school Italian and plenty of regulars. Plates come out steaming with red sauce, garlic, and chatter.
Ship to Shore

Ship to Shore

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Kingston

Kingston

4.5
A fixture on Kingston’s Strand where the bustle hums from lunch to late plates. Seafood, steaks, and cocktails land at tables by the river.
Garden Cafe Woodstock

Garden Cafe Woodstock

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Woodstock

Woodstock

4.7
Plant-based cooking with a rootsy Woodstock pace. Veggie lasagna and mushroom tacos come out to the sound of garden chatter.
Taiga Restaurant

Taiga Restaurant

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Hudson

Hudson

4.4
Russian-inspired plates with upstate sensibility in a sunlit, cottage-like space. Seasonal dumplings, caviar, and house compotes on bright linens.
Phos My Greek American Kitchen

Phos My Greek American Kitchen

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Catskill

Catskill

4.7
Greek spirit lingers in a bright, relaxed room. Mezze plates, pomegranate chicken, and friendly faces fill the tables each evening.
Crystal Brook Resort & Mountain Brauhaus

Crystal Brook Resort & Mountain Brauhaus

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Cairo

Cairo

4.6
Part Catskills retreat, part Bavarian beer hall, this spot hums with tradition. Expect German brews, hearty fare, and evenings packed with song.
Pizza Star

Pizza Star

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Saugerties

Saugerties

4.5
Unpretentious pizza joint with decades of steady hands behind the counter. Slices, subs, and chatter mix in a quick, reliable stop.
Brave The Flames

Brave The Flames

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Tannersville

Tannersville

4.8
Unfussy, lively spot on Main Street with burgers that don’t pull punches. Smash burgers, big plates, and grilled favorites passed over the counter.
Shelter Woodstock

Shelter Woodstock

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🌽 Latin American

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Woodstock

Woodstock

4.6
Shelter Woodstock draws from South American flavors and grillhouse comfort, right on the main drag.
Red Dot Restaurant & Bar

Red Dot Restaurant & Bar

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Hudson

Hudson

4.4
Hudson’s OG hangout where locals and newcomers cross paths. Backyard garden, classic cocktails, and brunches that linger into afternoon.
Armadillo

Armadillo

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Kingston

Kingston

4.5
A longtime Kingston standby for Mexican plates, margaritas, and gathering. Patio chatter floats in behind the snap of a shaken cocktail.
Julia's Local

Julia's Local

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Cairo

Cairo

4.9
Dinner feels rooted here, gathering folks under quiet mountain light. Handwritten menus, local trout, and garden-grown salads speak for themselves.
Pearl Moon Woodstock

Pearl Moon Woodstock

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Woodstock

Woodstock

4.5
A Woodstock mainstay welcoming both regulars and weekenders. Brunch, cocktails, and live music flow from a lively bar to a sunlit patio.
Boosur Meat & Deli of Monticello

Boosur Meat & Deli of Monticello

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Monticello

Monticello

4.9
Meat and deli counter with a full kosher menu, right on Monticello's main stretch. Sandwiches stacked fresh, brisket sliced to order.
The Pines

The Pines

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Shandaken

Shandaken

4.7
Wooded retreat for straightforward meals, local beers, and honest company. Smashburgers, shepherd’s pie, and midweek music drift out under dim lights.
Hash

Hash

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Stone Ridge

Stone Ridge

4.7
A kitchen built on breakfast, sunlight, and regulars trading stories. Brisket sandwiches, egg hashes, and real-deal scones find their place.
Main Street

Main Street

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Saugerties

Saugerties

4.6
Lively Mexican comfort with a well-worn bar and wood booths on Main Street. Chips snap, margaritas pour, and the place fills with chatter.
Rhonda's Grill and Roadhouse

Rhonda's Grill and Roadhouse

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Sidney

Sidney

4.1
Roadside bar with a steady hum and plenty of regulars. Classic burgers, cheap drafts, and laughs from the kitchen all night long.
The Roost

The Roost

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Stone Ridge

Stone Ridge

4.7
Easygoing breakfast spot with an early crowd and steady chatter from open to close. Big plates, strong coffee, and regulars collecting by name.
Rock Da Casbah

Rock Da Casbah

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Saugerties

Saugerties

4.5
Music and conversation drift beneath tin ceilings and brick walls. Vegan options, fried chicken, and pints fill tables as bands set up.
The Salad Bar

The Salad Bar

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Catskill

Catskill

4.5
Quick lunch and friendly faces right on Main Street. Greens snap, sandwiches stack high, and people drift in for something fresh.
Windham Pizzeria

Windham Pizzeria

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Windham

Windham

4.4
Pizza done the way mountain towns like it—unfussy and fast. Foldable slices, quick greetings, and a space to brush off the day.
99 Restaurants

99 Restaurants

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Kingston

Kingston

4.2
Straightforward pub buzz and ice-cold pints off 9W. Plates come quick, beers stay cold, and the regulars fill the booths at dinnertime.
Miss Lucy's Kitchen

Miss Lucy's Kitchen

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Saugerties

Saugerties

4.6
Neighborhood mainstay with a lived-in feel and plenty of local chatter. Plates come out bustling—fried chicken, brisket, and pie cut through a lively crowd.
Savory Sweet Eatery

Savory Sweet Eatery

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Monticello

Monticello

4.6
A one-woman kitchen slinging burgers, scratch-baked cakes, and strong coffee in Monticello. Buns griddled, cakes cooling, and easy talk across the counter.
Tiny’s

Tiny’s

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Hamden

Hamden

5.0
Straightforward, busy mornings and lunchtime chatter behind the Hamden General Store. Griddled sandwiches, eggs, and an easy counter rhythm.
Cherries Roadside

Cherries Roadside

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Stone Ridge

Stone Ridge

4.7
Old-school roadside food and ice cream shop with a modern, playful streak. Smashburgers, sundaes, and cherry branding dot a busy stretch.
Hitching Post Restaurant and Bar

Hitching Post Restaurant and Bar

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Roxbury

Roxbury

4.6
A straight-shooting Catskills bar and grill drawing regulars and newcomers alike. Burgers and fries sizzle while the sound of laughter drifts from the bar.
Café 43

Café 43

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Rockland

Rockland

4.7
Small-town breakfast spot where everyone seems to know each other. Home fries in the pan, coffee poured out of mismatched mugs.
Dallas Hot Weiners II

Dallas Hot Weiners II

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Kingston

Kingston

4.7
A Kingston staple, serving up sauce-splattered dogs since forever. Counter buzz, chili steam, and a line that never stays still.
Nana’s Take Out Cafe

Nana’s Take Out Cafe

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Woodstock

Woodstock

4.7
A weekday café for breakfast and lunch in the heart of Woodstock. Hot sandwiches, baked sweets, and the gentle clatter of regulars passing through.
Angel’s Latin Restaurant

Angel’s Latin Restaurant

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🌽 Latin American

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Catskill

Catskill

4.6
Unfussy counter spot serving up Dominican favorites from early lunch to evening. Oxtail, rice and beans, and plantains fill every plate.
Stone House Tavern

Stone House Tavern

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Rochester

Rochester

4.7
Historic tavern with a local crowd and lively rhythm. Wings, pot roast, and craft cocktails land on shaded patios and old floorboards.
Phoenicia Diner

Phoenicia Diner

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Shandaken

Shandaken

4.6
A classic roadside diner gets a fresh spin in the Catskills. Buttermilk pancakes, griddled specials, and counter chatter shape the day.

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