Best Cozy Restaurants in University Hills

88 restaurants available nearby

1. Local Jones

4.5

$$$$

• American • Cherry Creek

Booked 24 times today

Local Jones is a bustling All-American Bistro and Neighborhood Bar in the Cherry Creek neighborhood of Denver. Friends and soon to be friends come together to celebrate the things we cherish: great food, great wine, great company from morning to night. We take hospitality to heart by ensuring all of our guests feel at home and leave satisfied, nourished and inspired. HAPPY HOUR: Enjoy Local Jones Happy Hour daily from 2 to 5 pm! | THREE MARTINI LUNCH: midday meals are meant to be long, leisurely, and enjoyed. Monday – Friday from 11:30 am to 2 pm. | WINE & CHARCUTERIE WEDNESDAYS: Enjoy a locally curated meat & cheese board and a select bottle of wine for just $35. | VINYL BRUNCH: Vinyl Brunch Sundays is where the cocktails flow as the vinyl spins weekly from 10 am to 2 pm.

2. Cretans

4.5

Awesome(37)

$$$$

• Wine Bar • Cherry Creek

Booked 15 times today

At Cretans, we have a mix of reservation and walk in only seating. Feel free to drop by or give us a ring to inquire about current availability!Cretans is a playful, energetic Mediterranean restaurant and wine bar offering wine, creative cocktails & shareable dishes in Cherry Creek. The wine list offers selections from winemakers reviving ancient traditions and embracing heritage varietals, as well as natural and biodynamic producers pushing the boundaries of modern winemaking. The cocktail menu features three sections: wine spritzes; coffee cocktails, including a play on the famous Greek frappe iced coffee; and pour-over martinis, featuring dirty martini riffs customized with a variety of artisanal pickles, olives and other accoutrements, such as spicy pepperoncini.

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3. Washington Park Grille

4.5

Awesome(3042)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Washington Park

Booked 27 times today

The Zagat Survey says, "There's much to like about this Washington Park Italian-New American: "good food", a "great patio" & "cheerful" service & ambiance." An upscale age-diverse crowd mingles at this popular neighborhood restaurant & gathering place east of Wash Park. A covered strip on the south and west side with heat and misters makes for convivial outdoor seating (you just might see a neighbor). A beautiful lounge is off to the side. 11 beers on tap, 15 in bottles and an excellent wine list at the elegant U-shaped bar. A roomy & elegant banquet room with its own patio and a presentation compatible 80” HDTV complete this restaurant for every occasion.Dinners are mid-priced, with a nice selection of grilled seafood & steaks & several fancy pasta dishes. The lunch offerings include sandwiches, pizza, salads & pasta.

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4. Ocean Prime Greenwood Village - Denver Tech Center

4.7

Exceptional(2869)

$$$$

• Seafood • Greenwood Village

Booked 43 times today

Located in Denver Tech Center, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, modern American restaurant & lounge from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Stunning settings, an impressive menu of seafood & steaks, and genuine hospitality make Ocean Prime the ideal place to socialize, talk business, celebrate & indulge. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language or graphics Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.

5. Undici Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(1176)

$$$$

• Italian • Englewood

Booked 9 times today

Updated Italian classics in contemporary surroundings. Old-school elegance, including table linens, sets the stage for Italian classics, cocktails & wines. Bring your friends, family & co-workers to enjoy a great meal & reconnect. Full bar-Banquet room-Extensive wine selection-Happy Hour 3-6

6. Bon Ami

4.8

Exceptional(1527)

$$$$

• French • Washington Park

Booked 24 times today

Bon Ami- Bistro and Creperie, a restaurant in the West Washington Park neighborhood of Denver, offers authentic French cuisine in a casual bistro setting. The Dinner and Brunch are served every day. Both Brunch and Dinner menus offer a variety of savory crepes and French bistro classics - Escargot, Mussels, Croque Monsieur, Crispy Chicken and Frites, Beef Bourguignon, French Onion Soup, Steak and Frites…Monday through Friday 4 pm till 6 pm join us for a Happy Hour, enjoy half price on all bottles of wine and stay for our intimate twilight lit patio.We would like to kindly ask to include babies and toddlers into your reservation so that we could adequately plan our service. Thank youParties of 6 or more will be asked to provide card information and will be charged for "no show" or last minute cancelations without exceptions. Thank you for understanding

7. Venice Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(4039)

$$$$

• Italian • Tech Center / Greenwood Village

Booked 34 times today

Venice Italian Restaurant is an upscale Italian restaurant in Greenwood Village that specializes in authentic Italian food in a Venetian Northern Italian Style. It is a neighborhood gem that is perfect for a night our with family, friends or coworkers. We have beautiful private dining spaces that can host all styles of events, inquire within about our different banquet menu options. When you're looking for the best Italian restaurant in Greenwood Village, then reach out to Venice Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar today. We hope to see you soon!

8. Cafe Terracotta

4.7

Exceptional(3157)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Littleton

Booked 38 times today

Cafe Terracotta is located in the historic Louthan House, just off Main Street in Downtown Littleton. From our Curtice Street Breakfast Burrito, to our Lucille's Mediterranean Salad, Terracotta offers something for all tastes. A hidden gem in the South Metro area, Dinner at Terracotta provides thoughtfully prepared and presented food, accompanied by a unique and creative wine list unlike any other restaurant in the area. Whether you are joining us for a special occasion, or just happen to be in the neighborhood, we aim to make every experience exceptional. Summertime opens our patio, a perfect place to relax and enjoy the beautiful Colorado weather.

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9. Odyssey Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.6

Exceptional(2727)

$$$$

• Italian • Central

Booked 64 times today

Welcome to The "Old School" Odyssey Italian Restaurant. Come try our delicious Sicilian & Classic Italian dishes which are chef's recipes from back home in Palermo, Sicily. We are family operated & located in a 111 year old historical Victorian Mansion which is perfect for all occasions. You have definitely found a unique gem and an experience unlike no other.

10. Le French

4.6

Exceptional(1541)

$$$$

• French • Tech Center / Greenwood Village

Booked 10 times today

Le French is a gourmet, casual-chic French bakeryand bistro located in Denver’s bourgeoning Belleview Station. Le French specializes in high-end pastries and elevated modern Parisian cuisine with global influences, a nod to the sisters’ heritage. Rougui – an award-winning and internationally-recognized chef – helms the restaurant’s kitchen as executive chef. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner every Tuesday through Sunday, Le French also offers an afternoon “Delightful Hour,” featuring carted tea service and small plates; a nightly dessert bar experience with after-dinner wines and classic French cocktails; and weekend brunch. The welcoming space features indoor and patio dining; a grab-and-go case with freshly made salads, sandwiches and pastries; and a carry-out counter. Le French is located at 4901 S. Newport St. in the DenverTech Center. For more information, visit lefrenchdenver.com.

Best Cozy Restaurants in University Hills

Price

Cuisine (20 of 66)

88 restaurants available nearby

1. Local Jones

2. Cretans

3. Washington Park Grille

4. Ocean Prime Greenwood Village - Denver Tech Center

5. Undici Ristorante

6. Bon Ami

7. Venice Ristorante

8. Cafe Terracotta

9. Odyssey Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

10. Le French

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