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Root Down

Root Down

American Restaurant and New American Restaurant$$$$
Highland, Denver
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    Carrie N.
    "Chocolate bomb and Banana Creme Brûlée pie are a must to share!"(5 Tips)
    Chai O.
    "Highly recommend the Lamb sliders and duck wings."(9 Tips)
    Denver Westword
    "Order the bottomless blood orange mimosas off the brunch menu!"(9 Tips)
    Dan C.
    "... best meal in weeks: devils on horseback, tuna crudo, diver scallops, arepas, lamb..."(5 Tips)
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  • Brett K.heart icon on user image
    Root Down restaurant 8.3 mile s to the west of Denver dentist Town Center Dentistry and Orthodontics
  • DBDW
    DBDWApril 20, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    it's not just breakfast, it's brunch on the weekends & dinner during the week.. HANDS DOWN 1 of the top 3 restaurants in all of Denver #facts
  • Jennifer B.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer BMay 8, 2016
    Omg awesome food and drinks. Loved it all!
  • Jason B.heart icon on user image
    Jason BellowsApril 21, 2018
    Year after year, just crushes. ‘Devils on horseback’ are a must.
  • Marie F.
    Marie FailmaJuly 24, 2013
    Food is wonderful & shareable so you can enjoy many different dishes. Love this place!
  • Alyssa O.
    Alyssa OchoaOctober 29, 2012
    Absolutely INCREDIBLE! The vibe, the service, the food, the drinks.... so perfectly on point. :]
  • Erin B.heart icon on user image
    Erin BurkeNovember 14, 2018
    Almond pancake with pumpkin puree - YUM
  • WW St.
    WW St.April 30, 2012
    Root Down offers Raw Food Nights!6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. first Tue. of every month. This is a Weekly, five-course raw vegan dinner. A unique experience! Read more
  • Guthrie G.heart icon on user image
    Guthrie GundyAugust 4, 2018
    My favorite restaurant in Denver. Good and service is always on point.
  • Denver Westword
    Denver WestwordJuly 11, 2013
    Root Down is killing us softly with their old -and new-world wine choices that seem simultaneously familiar and flossy, interesting yet always approachable
  • Sarah W.
    Sarah WilliamsSeptember 14, 2013
    Love the pepper blossom, lamb tacos, and scallops. What a gem!
  • Aaron W.heart icon on user image
    Aaron WheelerSeptember 9, 2018
    Try the moz-stuffed corn cakes and the roasted broccoli!
  • Devon D.
    Devon DDecember 4, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Be sure to get here at 10 am sharp on sundays .... bottomless blood orange mimosa's are to die for!!! (and only 12 dollars as of 12/4/10)
  • Dali S.
    Dali SinghJuly 17, 2014
    Amazing organic, farm-to-table restaurant in Highland, Denver!
  • Paul L.
    Paul LomaxMarch 25, 2012
    Bottomless Bloody Orange Mimosas for $14 on a Sunday. Wow. Also, the Lamb Sliders are amazing!
  • Barry H.
    Barry HottAugust 10, 2017
    The food was excellent and interesting. So were the chairs.
  • Rebecca P.
    Rebecca Payne™March 22, 2012
    If you can pronounce "barramundi" correctly you get 1 free elk slider! Congrats, you language whiz!
  • Examiner.com
    Examiner.comFebruary 22, 2011
    The unique retro-modern bar, which opened in the Highlands about two years ago, has somehow figured out a way to bring vintage rotary telephones and 1950s recipe clips back in style. Read more
  • Chris W.heart icon on user image
    Chris WrenAugust 6, 2014
    Everything is inspired and good, from the food to the drinks.
  • Samuel L.
    Samuel LopezMay 13, 2015
    I love tha restaurant and all Tha people who work for Root Down, they treat you with smiles and respect...
  • Jennifer L.
    Jennifer LieboldSeptember 9, 2014
    Happy hour drinks make you want to come here everyday after work!
  • Cecilia C.
    Cecilia CrawfordApril 13, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Note: 4:30 is NOT early enough to hold or get a table at the bar for happy hour on a Friday.
  • Traveloco_Joe
    Traveloco_JoeFebruary 24, 2013
    This place is a winner! Try the Blueberry muffins and Lamb sliders! Yum!
  • John Z.heart icon on user image
    John ZahrSeptember 13, 2014
    Bottomless mimosas at Sunday brunch. You'll get your money's worth and then some.
  • leslie h.
    leslie hornaJanuary 5, 2012
    Loooove the veggie burgers! get there early or make reservations to get a spot.
  • Katherine S.heart icon on user image
    Katherine S.July 3, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the blood orange mimosas and surprisingly flavorful quinoa eggs benedict. Solid.
  • I Y.heart icon on user image
    I YooAugust 17, 2015
    Holy crap is the food ever good. I'll be dreaming about the arepas...
  • Ultressa D.
    Ultressa DiamondAugust 27, 2016
    So... The food is DELICIOUS!!!! YASSSS #vegan #vegetarian #FTW
  • @mrfboyerheart icon on user image
    @mrfboyerMarch 13, 2015
    Happy hour cocktails are a steal at $5!!
  • M D.heart icon on user image
    M DApril 16, 2015
    The Bloody Mary mix is perfect. Love the veggie burger sliders & sweet potato fries.
  • Kinley R.heart icon on user image
    Kinley RussellAugust 17, 2018
    Zucchini Poblano soup and Mezcal Negroni—yum!
  • Christian H.
    Christian HinckleAugust 18, 2014
    Best food in town. Get a reservation and have a great night.
  • ClvrTv L.
    ClvrTv LizNovember 13, 2012
    Happy Hour lasts till 7. Order veggie slider, sweet potato fries, and mojito. Heavenly.
  • Chloe D.
    Chloe DenverNovember 11, 2011
    Whether your here for Dinner or Sunday Brunch. Can't leave denver without hitting this spot.
  • DenverHappyHour
    DenverHappyHourJuly 17, 2010
    Happy Hour! Food: $3.50-$6 snacks Drink: $3-$5 cocktails, $5 wines, $3 beersWeekends 3pm-5pmMon-Fri 4:30pm-7pm
  • Kristen M.
    Kristen MoatsJune 9, 2010
    The Sunday night 5280 menu is to die for! I definitely recommend the halibut, and the sweet potato cakes....mmmm....
  • Kaufman N.
    Kaufman NgAugust 9, 2013
    the cardamom fizz is very good and refreshing
  • Andrew C.
    Andrew CoveAugust 9, 2016
    An airport restaurant has no business having breakfast tacos this good.
  • Nishant P.heart icon on user image
    Nishant PatelOctober 8, 2020
    Sharing many dishes is the way to go!
  • James M.
    James MoreauSeptember 2, 2011
    The arepas are delicious. Everything is, but definitely try the arepas!
  • Bee D.
    Bee DDecember 7, 2013
    Best hot chocolate I have ever had in my LIFE!
  • Jason Y.
    Jason YounkerMarch 3, 2013
    Try the Pulled Pork Omelette - Very tasty omelet.
  • Liz B.
    Liz BrodahlFebruary 10, 2011
    If you're a chocolate lover ask the server to bring out their special dark chocolate covered potato. Perfect blend of salty & sweet!
  • Jennifer B.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer BMay 8, 2016
    Beet Down cocktail is a must!
  • Patrick B.
    Patrick BischSeptember 2, 2012
    Get the Banana Creme Brûlée! Delicious peanut butter mousse, whipped cream, and chocolate toffee crust.
  • Drink Denver
    Drink DenverOctober 4, 2012
    Grab a drink and a bite during happy hour, M-F 4:30-7pm. Check the link for more great info! Read more
  • Mario V.heart icon on user image
    Mario ValverdeJuly 28, 2019
    Amazing food, adult laid back vibe
  • Joe S.
    Joe StuppMarch 3, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Their seasonal gnocchi rocks. Order whatever type they're serving.
  • Eric J
    Eric JMay 9, 2013
    Banana creme brûlée is out of this world!!!
  • Amanda M.heart icon on user image
    Amanda MendozaJune 13, 2017
    Vegan sundae!! Yum!!
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