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Splurge at Denver's top 3 New American eateries

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Published on March 10, 2020
Splurge at Denver's top 3 New American eateriesPalace Arms. | Photo: Emily D./Yelp

Looking to celebrate with some fine New American food?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the most excellent high-end New American restaurants around Denver, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best places to indulge for your next special occasion.

1. Beckon

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Topping the list is Beckon. Located at 2843 Larimer St. in Five Points, the wine bar and New American bistro is the highest-rated destination for upscale New American cuisine in Denver, boasting five stars out of 52 reviews on Yelp. 

Yelper E C., who reviewed Beckon on Jan. 26, wrote, "Genuine five-star without any stuffiness. ... The whole experience is stellar, from the food, the service, the setting, the presentation, the wine glasses. ... Every month the menu changes — they accommodate all kinds of dietary restrictions, but even when they tweak a dish, something very special appears."

William W. noted, "An amazing experience for a date night, birthday or if you're just looking for something new. Believe the hype — this restaurant is well worth it, and will not leave you disappointed."

2. Palace Arms

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Next up is downtown Denver's Central Business District's Palace Arms, situated at 321 17th St. inside The Brown Palace. With four stars out of 122 reviews on Yelp, the ritzy New American dining establishment has proven to be a local favorite. 

"Every palace has its crown jewel, and the contemporary fine dining at the Palace Arms is a treasure," touts the business' Yelp bio in the section about specialties. "Recipient of Best of Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator Magazine, and consistently rated among Denver's finest dining experiences. Jackets are optional."

3. Northfield's Grill

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Last but not least is Stapleton's Northfield's Grill, settled at 4444 Havana St., with Yelpers giving the fancy New American eatery, which specializes in steaks, seafood and more, four stars out of 10 reviews.

Yelper Paul and Kazuko B., who reviewed Northfield's Grill on Feb. 18, wrote, "Came in with low expectations because it was a hotel restaurant, but left amazed. I had the best fish tacos I have ever tasted, served by a very pleasant waitress."

And Yelper Ron B. added, "Good food. Everything was very pleasing and delicious. Excellent service."


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