New Restaurant Openings in Denver | Updated Weekly

Denver’s restaurant scene is on fire. From James Beard Award-winning chefs opening new concepts to exciting neighborhood spots transforming the local dining landscape, there’s always something new to try. We update this page every week so you never miss an opening.

🆕 Just Opened — April 2026 (Week of April 1)

Paperboy — West Highland (Denver)

Opened: March 24, 2026 | 3940 W 32nd Ave, Denver 80212

Austin’s top-rated brunch spot has opened its third location — and first outside Texas — in the former Rooted Craft American Kitchen space in West Highland. Paperboy started as a food trailer and has become one of Austin’s most beloved daytime spots. Think chicken and biscuit with spicy honey, Texas Hash with pork and pecan mole, and “a cake-forward cornmeal pancake that still manages to be impossibly fluffy.” Robert Brown, the founder’s longtime partner, has lived in Denver for nearly a decade and says the West Highland neighborhood’s sense of community is what drew them here. Open daily 8am–2pm (Fri–Sun until 3pm).

📍 3940 W 32nd Ave, Denver | 🌐 eatpaperboy.com

McGregor Square Food & Drink — LoDo (Denver)

Opened: April 1, 2026 | 1601 19th St, Denver (Coors Field area)

Just in time for Rockies home opener on April 3, the former Milepost Zero food hall has been completely revamped and rebranded as McGregor Square Food & Drink. Six local food stalls now operate inside: Anthony’s Pizza & Pasta, C Burger, G-Que BBQ, High Point Creamery, TaCo!, and Tora Ramen. A solid new option in LoDo for pre- or post-game dining.

📍 1601 19th St, Denver

🆕 Just Opened — March 2026 (Week of March 25)

The Barn South Broadway — Englewood

Opened: March 2026 | 3299 S Broadway, Englewood

Industry veterans Chase Devitt (ex-Brider, Boychik) and Matt Ciani (ex-Rio Grande, 17 years) have teamed up to open the Barn in the former Whiskey Biscuit space on South Broadway. The concept is elevated American comfort food — the kind of neighborhood spot Englewood has been missing. Open 11am–9pm daily.

📍 3299 S Broadway, Englewood

Capital Grille — Lone Tree (Park Meadows)

Opened: March 15, 2026 | 9067 Westview Rd, Lone Tree 80124

The upscale steakhouse chain — a Larimer Square staple since 2003 — opened its second Colorado location near Park Meadows in Lone Tree, taking over the former Red Lobster space. Classic fine dining: dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, and a serious wine program. Managing partner Mike Corcoran brings 31 years of restaurant experience. South Denver finally has its own Capital Grille.

📍 9067 Westview Rd (near Park Meadows) | 🌐 thecapitalgrille.com

Sam’s Dumpling Kitchen — Littleton

Opened: March 2026 | 7541 S University Blvd, Littleton 80122

Fresh hand-folded dumplings and authentic Chinese comfort food land on South University in Littleton. The kind of spot South Denver’s growing Asian food scene has been waiting for — approachable prices, housemade dumplings, and a neighborhood vibe. Worth a trip.

📍 7541 S University Blvd, Littleton

Fast as Pho — Littleton

Opened: March 2026 | Littleton

A new Vietnamese pho spot has debuted in Littleton, adding to the suburb’s expanding Asian dining options. Quick, fresh pho and Vietnamese staples — a welcome addition to the south metro corridor.

Kinoya Sushi & Izakaya — Centennial (Opening Soon)

Opening: Spring 2026 | 9393 E Dry Creek Rd, Centennial 80112

After 20 years, Bono’s Pit Bar-B-Q closed its only Colorado location in October 2025, and the space at Dry Creek Road has sat vacant — until now. A banner is up announcing Kinoya, a sushi and izakaya concept. The location is prime: next to a Drury Inn, across from the Dry Creek light rail station, and adjacent to the Arrow Electronics HQ redevelopment. Opening date TBD.

📍 9393 E Dry Creek Rd, Centennial

🆕 Just Opened — February/March 2026

Chicken Riot — Cherry Creek

Opened: March 26, 2026 | 2906 E Sixth Ave, Denver 80206

The Riot BBQ team (one of the hottest 2025 openings) has already doubled down with a chicken-focused spinoff in Cherry Creek, taking over the former Truffle Cheese Shop space. Chef Manny Barella brings his Top Chef pedigree and pollasado culture to every plate, while pitmaster Patrick Klaiber handles the smoke. Two styles: the Big Boy Pibil (Yucatecan achiote marinade) and Señor Loco (Monterrey-style asado rub). Sides include beef tallow frijoles negros, dirty rice, and esquites cornbread muffins. Open 11am–8pm daily.

📍 2906 E Sixth Ave, Cherry Creek | 🌐 eatchickenriot.com

FiNO — East Colfax

Opened: March 2026 | 3015 East Colfax Ave, Denver (inside All Inn Hotel)

The Mediterranean restaurant inside the revamped All Inn Hotel on East Colfax is now open. Standout dishes include the signature martini with pickled tomato water, the Medi Nachos, and the caper-studded charred cabbage. A solid addition to a rapidly improving stretch of Colfax.

📍 3015 E Colfax Ave | All Inn Hotel

Wapos Cantina — South Broadway, Englewood

Opened: March 2026 | 3495 S Broadway, Englewood 80110

The former home of El Tepehuan — an Englewood institution that closed two years ago — is Mexican again. Growing local chain Wapos Cantina has taken over the space, bringing their Tex-Mex comfort menu to South Broadway. Owners Juan and Adriana Gonzalez founded the concept in Boulder 15 years ago; this is their seventh Colorado location.

📍 3495 S Broadway, Englewood

Chicken Salad Chick — Greenwood Village (Denver Tech Center)

Opened: March 4, 2026 | 5322 DTC Blvd, Greenwood Village 80111

The nation’s only fast casual chicken salad restaurant opened its eighth Colorado location right in the Denver Tech Center. Owned by Maureen McFerson (who also runs the Littleton location), expect a dozen-plus made-from-scratch chicken salad flavors, fresh sides, and Southern hospitality.

📍 5322 DTC Blvd | 🌐 chickensaladchick.com

Keepers Cocktail Lounge + June Gap Market & Café — Belleview Station (DTC)

Opened: March 2026 | 4855 S Quebec St, Denver 80237 (inside Apiary Hotel)

Two new concepts opened inside the brand-new Apiary Hotel at Belleview Station in the Denver Tech Center corridor. Keepers Cocktail Lounge brings craft cocktails to the hotel bar, while June Gap Market & Café covers specialty coffee, grab-and-go, and light bites.

📍 4855 S Quebec St (Apiary Hotel at Belleview Station)

Uchiko — Cherry Creek North

Opened: February 17, 2026 | 299 Fillmore St, Denver 80206

The most anticipated restaurant opening of 2026. James Beard Award-winning chef Tyson Cole brings Uchiko — the sister concept to his acclaimed Uchi — to a stunning 7,400-square-foot space in Cherry Creek North. Non-traditional Japanese cuisine featuring dry-aged fish, robata-grilled meats over Post Oak wood fire, and bold seasonal tasting menus. Reservations are packed — book early.

📍 299 Fillmore St | 🌐 uchiko.uchirestaurants.com

Mar Bella Boqueria — Cherry Creek (Clayton Hotel)

Opened: Winter 2025/2026 | Clayton Hotel & Members Club, Cherry Creek

A Spanish neo-bistro and wine bar from the team behind Michelin-starred Alma Fonda Fina. Tapas, pintxos, and an exceptional wine program in an intimate setting.

Einstein Bros. Bagels — Observatory Park / DU

Opened: February 17, 2026 | 2000 South University Blvd, Denver 80210

The beloved bagel chain reopened in a new location on South University Boulevard, taking over the former Bruegger’s Bagels space near the University of Denver. Grand reopening event was Saturday, March 7.

📍 2000 South University Blvd

Sip Fresh — Cherry Creek

Opened: February 2026 | 3000 E 1st Ave, Denver 80206

California-based fresh juice and beverage brand entered the Colorado market with its first outpost in Cherry Creek Shopping Center.

📍 3000 E 1st Ave (Cherry Creek Shopping Center)

Lavender Coffee Boutique — Cherry Hills Village

Opened: January 23, 2026 | 1400 E Hampden Ave, Denver 80113

This wellness-focused boutique cafe expanded from its original Platt Park location to a second full-service coffee shop on Hampden Avenue. House-roasted Colorado coffees, homemade syrups, and a seasonal menu. A perfect morning stop for the Cherry Hills and Observatory Park crowd.

📍 1400 E Hampden Ave | 🌐 lavendercb.com

Crispy Cones — Centennial

Opened: February 6, 2026 | 20269 E Smoky Hill Rd, Suite C, Centennial 80015

Fresh dough cones grilled rotisserie-style, covered with cinnamon sugar, filled with gourmet soft-serve ice cream, fruit, and toppings. A fun dessert spot for the Smoky Hill corridor.

📍 20269 E Smoky Hill Rd | 🌐 crispycones.com

Manna Bakery University — Centennial

Opened: February 2026 | 7424 S University Blvd, Centennial 80122

Korean bakery bringing fresh pastries, breads, and cafe drinks to the South University corridor in Centennial.

📍 7424 S University Blvd

Sukiya Ramen — South Broadway, Englewood

Opened: March 2026 | 3401 S Broadway, Englewood

The fifth Denver metro location for this fast-casual ramen brand has landed on South Broadway in Englewood. Classic tonkotsu, shoyu, and spicy miso bowls at approachable prices.

📍 3401 S Broadway, Englewood

Vaultaire — South Broadway (Englewood)

Opened: March 2026 | 39 S Broadway, Englewood

A new subterranean HiFi listening bar debuted underneath La Forêt on South Broadway. Carefully curated vinyl, high-end audio equipment, and a thoughtful cocktail program — designed for serious music lovers.

📍 39 S Broadway

Egg Harbor Cafe — Highlands Ranch

Opened: March 2026 | Highlands Ranch

The beloved Midwest breakfast and brunch chain (founded 1985) opened its first Colorado location in Highlands Ranch. Cage-free eggs, premium fair-trade coffee, and an extensive gluten-free menu. A second Colorado outpost is already planned for the DTC at Belleview Station.

🌐 eggharbor.cafe/highlandsranch

📋 Coming Soon — Spring 2026

Spice Trade Brewing — Greenwood Village (DTC)

Expected: Spring/Summer 2026 | Greenwood Village (DTC area)

Yak & Yeti’s short-lived run in the old Spice Trade space is over — the original Spice Trade Brewing concept is making a comeback. Longtime Spice Trade fan Chris Teregis (now GM) is reviving the globally-rotating menu and culinary-driven craft beer concept. One of the best brewpubs in the metro — watch this one closely.

Ash & Agave — Cherry Creek Shopping Center

Expected: 2026 | 3000 E 1st Ave, Suite 185 (former California Pizza Kitchen space)

Coastal Mexican meets wood-fired cooking, with a raw bar, housemade tortillas, and a serious mezcal-focused cocktail program. From Sean Huggard’s Shucking Good Hospitality group (Blue Island Oyster Bar, Oliver’s Italian). Buildout is actively underway.

Dear Emilia — Cherry Creek

Expected: 2026

Michelin-awarded Chef Ty Leon is bringing an Emilia Romagna-focused Italian concept to Cherry Creek. Think handmade pastas and extraordinary Italian cooking.

Cellar 36 — Littleton

Expected: Spring 2026 | Littleton (west side)

The team behind Bistro 36 (Littleton’s beloved French bistro) is opening an Italian red sauce concept called Cellar 36. If their French bistro is any indication, expect hearty, well-executed classics with a neighborhood-friendly vibe.

⚠️ Recent Closures — South Denver

Ballyhoo Table & Stage — Baker

Closed: February/March 2026 | Baker neighborhood, Denver

The live music and performance venue closed after receiving an eviction notice. A loss for the Baker neighborhood arts and nightlife scene.

Denver Distillery — South Broadway

Closed: March 2026 | South Broadway, Denver

Denver’s first-ever distillery pub closed on South Broadway after an eight-year run. A significant loss for the South Broadway corridor.

Yak & Yeti — Greenwood Village

Closed: March 2026 | Greenwood Village (DTC area)

The Greenwood Village outpost of the Indian/Nepalese chain closed after just one year. The space is being converted back to Spice Trade Brewing (see Coming Soon).

Colfax & Cream — Wash Park

Closed: March 2026 | 712½ S Pearl St, Denver

The beloved ice cream shop’s last remaining outpost in the Wash Park neighborhood has shuttered. A loss for the South Pearl Street corridor.

Beard Papa’s — South Colorado Blvd

Closed: March 2026 | 1699 S Colorado Blvd, Denver

The Japanese cream puff chain closed its only Colorado outpost near the Virginia Village / Glendale area.

Wild Sky Brewery — Centennial

Closed: February 2026 | 4151 E County Line Rd, Centennial

The Centennial brewery closed its doors.

🏆 Opened in 2025 — Still Hot

Alteño — Cherry Creek (Clayton Hotel)

Elevated Jalisco-inspired Mexican cuisine with a standout raw bar and masa program. Already a 4.7-star favorite. If you haven’t been yet, fix that.

📍 249 Clayton St | Cherry Creek

Broadway 10 Bar & Chophouse (B10) — Cherry Creek

High-end steaks meets sushi in a gorgeous new space. Classic chophouse vibes with unexpected range.

📍 2345 E 3rd Ave Suite 100

Salt Water Social — Cherry Creek

Seafood-forward with a social dining concept. 4.7 stars and already one of the hottest reservations in the neighborhood.

📍 201 Columbine St

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