The NEW Best Restaurants in Denver | Denver Food Tour 2023 | Places to Eat in Denver, Colorado

[@kubocarti]

Thanks for video I just moved to Denver. I don't know how dated this list is but it's very helpful

[@davechung]

Thanks for watching! It’s a little dated now, but the good spots are still good 😀 I’ve got a bunch of newer ones on my channel covering some of the new stuff!

[@anothername2730]

I’m like 4 restaurants in and you’ve already earned a Super Thanks. I’m now psyched to visit! Random question for you: I’m mainly interested in getting a feel for the culture and social climates in the state. What are a couple cities/towns you’d recommend visiting? (Anywhere in CO, distance isn’t an issue.)

[@davechung]

Thank you so much, AN! Such a great question. I think many people would immediately say Boulder and Colorado Springs, just because they’re so different on the social climate front (and they are!). Outside of the ski towns, it might also be interesting for you to check out some towns that people road trip to, like Steamboat Springs and Telluride to see if that type of getaway fits your lifestyle. You probably saw that a lot of the restaurants in this video are in Aurora, which is the most diverse city in Colorado.

[@mastersplinter5966]

I have to favorite this video for future reference XD Future Colorado Trip 🙏

[@davechung]

Please do! 😀 food awaits your trip!

[@chuckhibbett4057]

Great video and really appreciate your candid reviews. Helps to cut through all the on line searching. Keep up the good work!!!

[@davechung]

Made my day with this comment, Chuck! Thank you so much for watching!

[@marktrandotnet]

Thank you for this awesome list. I'll check these out next time I'm in Denver.

[@davechung]

Thanks for checking out the video, Mark!

[@ninesevenzero]

Dave, we finally tried Venalonzo’s. You are always on point. Thank you. Great tacos and people !

[@davechung]

That's awesome! It's one of my go-to's when I'm out that way. Appreciate the love!

[@driftx2]

Nice! I've been here for over 20 years and haven't been to a lot of these. Thanks for the recommendations.

[@davechung]

Thanks for watching! I hope you enjoy checking out a few of these spots!

[@afxmnstr]

I do wanna try all the stuff on this list. Im back after going to GQUE - it was very underwhelming - but BBQ is hard not to come off the same as many other places.

[@sarahfairbairn2883]

We will be visiting Denver for a quick trip this weekend and would like to say thank you for your very helpful and informational content! Incredible!

[@davechung]

Thank you so much, Sarah!! Have a great time here!

[@AHouseDivided1998]

I’m visiting tomorrow with my family. Can’t wait!

[@Aquita17]

Appreciate this. I'll be in Denver in April.

[@davechung]

I hope your visit is awesome!

[@cl0123]

Bookmarked this video and subscribing for more read-up's for a January trip to Fort Collins. Would you happen to have another video on weather tips from someone coming from Hawaii? My son goes to school in Fort Collins and this is my first time visiting Denver/FC in January. Mahalo! Our flight will touch down late morning, your recommendation of one of the Korea hotpot places sounds very promising.

[@davechung]

Awesome! It’ll be a very big weather and altitude change for sure. I don’t have one specific to Hawaii visitors, but I do have a lot of videos for “Things to know before visiting Denver” and “6 big mistakes people make when visiting Denver for the first time” that I think will help a lot! I’d consider taking the first day a little easy to give yourself a little time to adjust to the altitude (big difference), but I really hope you have a great time here!

[@diningcolorado]

Great food! Can't wait to see the next upload. #diningcolorado

[@DisneyandCowboysfanCatholic]

I’m going to Denver tomorrow !!! I leave tomorrow (Wednesday) and come back home on Sunday. It’s going to be my first visit to Denver and to Colorado I’m from South Texas

[@davechung]

Have so much fun! It looks like it’ll be super sunny when you’re here!

[@DisneyandCowboysfanCatholic]

Thanks I just came here to this video after watching the one about the Denver airport

[@NinoNak]

Thoughts on Jinya for Ramen in comparison to the ones you mentioned? (If youve been)

[@davechung]

I really like Jinya! Even though it’s a chain, it’s one of the good ones. I think it’s a Top 5 ramen spot in the area, and one of the restaurants I hit before Nuggets games.

[@Kid1587station]

We are going in November over the thanksgiving holiday. Any suggestions of places that are open on thanksgiving?

[@davechung]

Awesome! I hope you have a great trip! You’ll want to call ahead to be sure. There are for sure some steakhouses and Asian restaurants open on Thanksgiving, but it’s a good idea to call to check, especially because of recent staffing shortages.

[@tyb9234]

Wayne’s smoke shack is the best bbq, definitely try it.

[@davechung]

Thanks so much for the suggestion! I have some friends up there I’m due to visit, so I’ll check it out next time!

[@ohnonoher]

Pit Fiend is my personal favorite but the hours are a nightmare.

[@Jargleman]

From Kansas City, I really hope their BBQ is good. I’m going tomorrow

[@davechung]

Have fun! We can’t top KC (this is an older video!), but Post Oak (Texas style) and Roaming Buffalo (more Colorado) are worth trying while you’re here!

[@manaole1970]

Overall great video, however I was hoping to find a restaurant with indigenous food. I have been searching online and so far nothing.

[@davechung]

Thanks, Dru! I made this video a while back and always wish I had included Tocabe for some unique quick serve. If you haven’t tried it, it’s worth checking out!

[@toneskinguyen9633]

Thank you , we’ll be coming in July !

[@davechung]

Hope you have an amazing time here!

[@DisneyandCowboysfanCatholic]

I’m going to Colorado for the first time I leave tomorrow Wednesday and return on Sunday we are ✈️ into DIA (DEN)

[@CrescentRollCarl]

Nice list. I'm up in Evergreen, but I come down to Denver occasionally. I'll check some of these spots out. Why no Indian food though?

[@davechung]

I absolutely should’ve included Indian food on here. This was earlier in my KZbin creating life, so it’s due for a refresh! I do like Himalayan Spice and Tikka and Grill on the north side of the city!

[@CrescentRollCarl]

@@davechung Keep up the good work. Glad I found your channel! Nice to have some local(ish) recommendations.

[@davechung]

@@CrescentRollCarl thanks so much, Carl!!

[@guadalupezamora6279]

Thank you Dave, just the video I wanted 😊

[@davechung]

I’m so happy it helped!

[@T25de]

10:05 That place is legit ❤

[@jenniferzeiger1762]

Have you tried Pearl of Siam in Aurora? Their food is awesome.

[@davechung]

I have heard great things! I haven’t checked it out yet, but I have friends who love it!

[@snowyschannel]

​ @Dave Chung Have you tried The Post? They have two locations in Boulder county, not really the Denver Metro but still pretty damn good. Their Chicken and Waffles are insane! If you ever get a chance you should do a series about Boulder or even the rest of the front range.

[@davechung]

I love The Post! I’m actually going to put them in an upcoming video on some of my personal local favorites 🍗 😋

[@RobertRoth-cp2xu]

There are two Brazilian steak houses in Denver. We will be in Denver for very short time and want to try one of the Brazilian steakhouse. Which one would you recommend if any?

[@davechung]

Oooh I love a good Brazilian steakhouse. I’m guessing you’re choosing between Fogo and Rodizio. Even though there are Fogo locations elsewhere, I’d still do it or Texas de Brazil over Rodizio if I was to choose just one.

[@annievandan]

Would love to have you write for Asian Avenue Magazine!! Sharing restaurant features for Asian restaurants in Denver! :)

[@davechung]

Hey Annie! Feel free to send me a note! My contact info is on my website (davechung.com).

[@rosearmor45]

Hey Dave! There is a new place down in Highlands Ranch near Colorado/Highlands Ranch Parkway and University. It is called Crepes and Dreams and has a REALLY cool owner with a fascinating story. If you would be willing to check it out, I will be happy to introduce you. Crepes and Dreams. Delicious and I am excited to watch it flourish.

[@davechung]

Thanks so much for the heads up! I’m taking a breather from individual restaurant spotlight long form videos for now because no one watched them 😭 (they costed me so much to produce!). I loved making them, but they never seemed to catch on. I’ll def check it out sometime though!

[@reirei7851]

Keke’s tacos…i give it🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮 out of 5

[@shadejacobs6472]

Best steakhouse for a bachelor party?

[@davechung]

Great question. A few people have asked me to do a steakhouse video! I’d go Guard and Grace for something more modern or Steakhouse 10 for a more traditional leather seat vibe.

[@debbieannsmith8962]

👍👍👍

[@katinatree]

You need to try golden Shanghai

[@davechung]

Ooh on Parker Rd? Thanks for the suggestion!

[@intriguexb]

Im going to denver in 3 weeks is Denver Biscuit Company any good?

[@davechung]

I think it’s worth a meal when you’re visiting! Make sure to join the waitlist online because the waits can be crazy: www.atomiccowboy.net/wait-list

[@jacobs4985]

You're missing Native American restaurant! Tocabe is really good

[@davechung]

It is! It’s a regular spot for me whenever I’m in the area!

[@jacobs4985]

@@davechung Nice! Do you know what's the best all you can it in Denver? couldn't find one in your videos yet

[@davechung]

@@jacobs4985 Haha I've been thinking about doing an AYCE video! Some of my favorites are Sushi Katsu (sushi), K+ Hot Pot, Old Town Hot Pot, and I do the AYCE brunch at Tamayo every now and then. I'm not mad at Guadalajara too if the mood is right.

[@meme8905]

Do a burger joint beo.

[@Nellabellabeauty101]

Was hoping for a Vietnamese and Mexican recommendation. Houstonian here 😊

[@davechung]

Thanks for watching! This is an older video so I missed some things here 😀 I’d go Golden Saigon and Taqueria La Familia (super simple, but really good!) or Ni Tuyo for a really good molcajete!

[@tonyb7395]

NO steakhouses?! Wow

[@davechung]

It deserves its own (very expensive) video, but I’d do Steakhouse 10, Guard and Grace or A5!

[@stormey6]

African food and Caribbean food is missing in your video

[@davechung]

Thanks for watching! It’s tough out here for both 😀

[@ALFB.4]

What about Colorado springs or glen wood springs or Vail any better city jk

[@papagen00]

i thought denver's famous seafood is the rocky mountain oyster.

[@ayylexis95]

No soul food?

[@davechung]

Options were pretty limited (and not a lot of great ones) back when I made this video! I'm planning to update this one soon!

[@ayylexis95]

@@davechung thanks for the reply, I'm visiting I'm September and your videos have been helpful!

[@davechung]

@@ayylexis95 I'm so glad! Thank you so much for sharing that. I'm working on a new one that'll help you find some different, fun things to do when you're here!

[@coloradohikertrash9958]

Best restaurant list for real denverites be like: IN & out burger chick fil a Qdoba Subway

[@davechung]

😂 but they’d hate In n Out because it’s from California, right?

[@misskellyann1013]

Redeemer was very bland. I went once and probably wouldn't try it again.

[@georgezimmerman3334]

I would like to try these places but denver blows.

[@akherashepsutera2013]

Hey Bangkok??? 🤔 I'm "half" Thai and would NEVER recommend them. Suvipa Thai Food on Federal is FAR better! I do like Daughter Thai, but prefer Suvipa.

[@gumption76]

Great recs. But I cringed each time you said “genre.”

[@davechung]

Appreciate it! Valid point 😂 I made this video a while back. I’ve come a long way since then!

[@gumption76]

@@davechung I knew what you meant.

[@davechung]

@@gumption76 appreciate it! 😀 it’s tough with video because you can’t go back once it’s up!