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NileGuide Expert Says:
The name refers to a Spanish wine region, as viniculture is central to Rioja's dining philosophy. Fine desserts are available here whenever the doors are open.
Description:
Chef-owner Jennifer Jasinski emerged as Denver's most creatively inspired restaurateur since opening Rioja in 2004. In the time since, the slick Larimer Square eatery has become a national standout, a critical darling, and my pick for dinner in downtown Denver. With a copper-topped bar and an atmosphere that's formal without being stuffy, Rioja is the perfect vehicle for Jasinski's menu of contrasting flavors and textures. Offerings range from fresh bacon and cardamom-spiced pork belly to curried cauliflower soup served with fresh apple salad to grilled Colorado lamb. Jasinski keeps the menu fresh, but you'll always get a selection of her delectable handmade pastas for dinner -- the artichoke tortellini is my pick -- and truly transcendent beignets for dessert.
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User Reviews for Rioja
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better than expected
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I had high expectations after reading such great reviews of this place and was not disappointed. Rioja is located in a wonderful vibrant neighborhood with many restaurants but I cannot...
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- posted on 05.23.12
- by mxm13
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good food, good experience
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We enjoyed this so much we got the names of their other restaurants in the area and ate at one of them as well. The food was a little bit different. It was average priced for a nice...
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- posted on 05.22.12
- by bubbles911
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Amazing!!!
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We took a prospective customer to dinner here. The food was outstanding, and for a trendy restaurant the prices were reasonable. Service was decent, the hostess was able to seat walk-ins...
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- posted on 05.19.12
- by falconsview
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Rioja
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We have historically had great meals here, but today the food was awful. The kitchen kept burning eggs and the whole restaurant smelled horrible. Everything we had was stale. My daughter...
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- posted on 07.16.11
- by by ShellySL at Citysearch
Awards:
Frommer's
- Very Highly Recommended 2010
- Details
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: +1 303 820-2282
- fax: +1 303 825 2588
- send email
Address:
- 1431 Larimer Street
- Denver, CO 80202
Payments:
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Hours:
- Lunch:
Wednesday - Friday: 11:30am - 2:30pm
Brunch:
Saturday - Sunday: 10:00am - 2:30pm
Dinner:
Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm,
Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm
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