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Root Down

New American Restaurant and Gluten-Free Restaurant$$$$

Denver International Airport, Denver

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Root Down

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Ranked #9 for burgers in Denver
"The lamb sliders are awesome and so is the carrot curry soup!"(30 Tips)
"Best food I've had in an US airport restaurant, hands down."(9 Tips)
"The beet salad is one of the best I've ever had."(7 Tips)
"Great selection of beers on tap, and the food is farm to table."(12 Tips)

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Carl FigueiredoMarch 27, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Easily the best restaurant at the airport. If flying out of A or B gates this place is definitely worth taking the train over to Concourse C. Craft beer and delicious food.
Upvoted Feb 22
Ursula JunqueJune 25, 2016
Colorado lamb sliders. Just do it, you won't regret. Place has a nice selection of local beers on tap, the best place I've ever been to in an airport for sure.
The Wall Street JournalJanuary 16, 2014
Reader tip: An oasis in the midst of the chaos. Having enjoyed their homemade soups, arepas and signature drinks, it makes me want to venture into Denver proper to try the original restaurant. Read more
Jenn MullerMarch 27, 2017
I'm Super critical of places and thought the lamb sliders were great. Best food I've ever had in an airport. I took the train from terminal a to eat here
Jordan KeithJuly 7, 2016
The lamb sliders, sweet potato fries with curry lime sauce, and Colombian grilled cheese or corn cake topped with jicama pesto and chipotle mayo were insane! So good. But the pie was bomb- chocolate s
Jordan KeithJuly 7, 2016
The lamb sliders, sweet potato fries with curry lime sauce, and Colombian grilled cheese or corn cake topped with jicama pesto and chipotle mayo were insane! So good. But the chocolate silk pie rocked
Sandy HNovember 20, 2013
Worth a stop to eat no matter which concourse you're flying from. Fave airport eatery. The Concourse "C"aesar salad with smoked salmon. It's pretty & delicious!
Chris SteeleNovember 6, 2022
Grab a booth overlooking the tarmac if you can, and make the most of your layover with a glass of wine and tasty nibble. The beet salad is remarkably good, especially with a slab of salmon on top.
Scott ByerlyAugust 24, 2014
Been here 10+ times
All organic and farm to table even for breakfast. Don't let this place get by you if you're in DIA! Amazing Almond Buttermilk Pancakes with Rhubarb Strawberry Jam! Served til 2pm daily.
Mark ReederMay 17, 2018
Crispy Chickens tacos and the sweet potato fries were both delicious. They're also very accommodating of dietary restrictions.
Venkatesh HodavdekarJanuary 5, 2015
This is probably the best good I've ever eaten at an American airport. They have good drinks too. Try the lamb sliders.
Lee BleyNovember 15, 2013
Been two times. Impressed on both occasions. Table service was prompt and friendly. if you sit at the bar to use outlets to charge your phone. Food is Root Down HIGH quality deliciousness.
David SchwartzJuly 20, 2019
Been here 5+ times
Still my favorite airport restaurant. Great cocktail & beer menu. Lamb slider are the bomb. Most seats have an outlet to charge. They will also fill your water bottle before your flight if you ask.
Nicole SweatMarch 9, 2022
Get ramen with bacon! They also made my order super quick and some food to go, so I could make my flight!!! Servers were also very nice! Best quality airport food in a long time!!!
Sean MolinDecember 22, 2015
The cranberry duck wings are ridiculously good. The lamb burger yes. Even if you don't think you'll like the sauces, get them on the side and try them.
KaitlinMay 3, 2017
Maybe the best airport restaurant experience I've ever had. Delicious, local food (+ beer!) with lots of gluten-free/vegetarian options, plus great service. Favorite thing was Korean tacos!
Scott RoseFebruary 11, 2017
Lamb sliders were full of flavour. Beet shrub cocktail was delightful. Brisk service and good design. This is one of the better airport restos I've ever eaten at.
Amanda LambDecember 28, 2013
I love this place. Lots of great clean eating options, as well as awesome colorado beers! Try the turkey burger with a left hand milk stout. Yum!
Chai OdomFebruary 8, 2015
Been here 10+ times
By far the best place to eat in the airport! Great selection of beers on tap, and the food is farm to table. Highly recommend the duck wings.
Niles EmerickDecember 13, 2013
Best airport food ever! GF options abound here. Even pancakes! Power outlets at individual tables, bag storage too! Brilliant.@
Megan DeniseJanuary 5, 2014
Pepper Blossom cocktail: incredibly aromatic, interestingly sweet, delicate burn at the finish, stimulates the senses. Loved the complex flavors of everything I ordered!
Stef EllisOctober 16, 2013
The sweet potato friends & dipping sauce that accompany it are the best sweet potato fries I have ever had! My Cobb salad was extraordinary as well. Such unique & succulent flavors across the board.
Andrea LNovember 6, 2014
Been here 10+ times
The Colombian grilled cheese is airport menu for Arepas @ Highlands location, just as perfectly cheesy goodness. Green chili, kale salad are favorites. Frequent flyers sit at bar, great quick service
Laura ChinMarch 10, 2014
Not your typical airport food. Sit in the lounge, have a great meal, and pass the time with an awesome cocktail (I recommend the jalapeño drink)
William JohnsonJuly 26, 2016
Definitely go all in with the lamb sliders, done medium for optimal juiciness.
Elliott PlackAugust 27, 2016
They have power strips below the bench seats. Power up while you wait & eat! 🔌⚡️
Ellen S. P.June 20, 2016
Great drinks and decor. The vintage suitcases and travel items add fun!
Camilla CalhounDecember 18, 2013
The most pleasant place to eat at DIA. Design is out of this world and makes any travel experience glam. Lots of V and GF options, not to mention the cocktails. Cheers and enjoy!
Katie NelsonDecember 3, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Root Down is the only reason I now fly Southwest. The food is amazing. Get the breakfast sammy if you're here in the am. Coconut fizz is delicious. The service could be better, more welcoming.
Shannon VogelDecember 6, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Check out the Spring Loaded water pouches at the quick service counter with clips for your bag! When you come back next time, you can refill for free at the water filling station. Genius!
SNOCRUNovember 13, 2014
Wow! Sure doesn't feel like we're eating in an airport. Friendly staff, great decor, and phenomenal food!! Chia lemonade was super refreshing
Jeff PotterMarch 29, 2016
Got to the airport early and went out of my terminal to try this for breakfast. Worth it. The Tofu Scramble is great, and they have a solid craft beer selection
Marc SAugust 30, 2016
The Don Draper. Bourbon and stuff. Great name for a cocktail, especially for lunch…a Don Draper lunch!
Charles TownsendJanuary 11, 2014
If traveling solo, ask for the Travelers Tables towards the back. Good view of the tv and planes, outlet for charging devices, and extra space for your bag.
Christine WuMarch 8, 2015
Incredibly delicious. The gnocchi were a bit unconventional, but still delicious! The arepas, banana foster dessert and hot chocolate are worth traveling to Denver for!
Jennifer MartinMarch 27, 2014
Best beet salad I've ever had! Love love the setup and the "cubbies", great for biz travelers! And they have outlets! All airport restaurants should be setup like this!
Lisanne WilcoxFebruary 6, 2014
Best lamb sliders with sweet potato waffle fries. Great wait staff, they will even make you a roadie drink to take with.
Kobey DurhamJune 5, 2018
THIS IS THE BEST AIRPORT FOOD IVE EVER HAD. THE SERVICE WAS OUTSTANDING AND THE FOOD WAS DELICIOUS!!!!! WILL BE BACK HERE!!!!
Erik WeberJune 11, 2016
Best food I've had in an US airport restaurant, hands down. Lamb sliders were absolutely delicious.
Amy LuoApril 26, 2019
Been here 5+ times
Super friendly for any dietary restrictions. Great lighting next to the big window. Delicious every single time.
Lauren BatesAugust 27, 2019
Delicious, but pricey. Still, I prefer it over typical airport food. I've had a few iterations of their turkey banh mi (once it was a sub, another time a burger) with sweet potato fries.
Jean MaySeptember 4, 2013
This place just opened. The beet salad with tofu is amazing. All farm to table. Don't go looking for a Bud Light...but they do have A full line of local beers on tap.
Jen WuFebruary 11, 2016
So good! A restaurant I would eat at regularly in real life. Curry dipping sauce with the veggie burger is bomb. Gluten free bread at an airport!
Anne StephensonMarch 27, 2022
Great gluten free options. Had the beef burger (had cheese and bacon) with sweet potato fries. Yum.
Ryan StelznerNovember 18, 2014
Great, local beer selection. I.e. Funkwerks Deceit. On the food front, they have nice sized, well presented plates. Salad with smoked salmon included healthy chunk of fish.
Lia MoranSeptember 4, 2013
Beautiful space - natural light provided by the floor to ceiling windows stretching the length of restaurant. The bar decor is travel-inspired and fun to look at. Be sure to check out the globes.
John CamalickSeptember 12, 2013
The Lamb sliders are AMAZING. Pair it up with a Dale's Pale Ale an you got yourself a Colorado Feast of Champions
Allie NordstromAugust 20, 2014
If you are running late, but still want the best food in the airport (by far) you can get anything on the menu TO-GO at the "En Root" desk up front. Took about 10-12 minutes & we ate it on the plane!
Tom MooreJune 27, 2018
Lamb sliders were great with the various sauces. Friendly service and great food in an airport.
Lia MoranSeptember 4, 2013
And of course the food is delicious. Lots of repeat items from the Denver Root Down location. Order the Devils on Horseback and a beer or craft cocktail!

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