Denver’s dining scene continues to flourish with a host of new restaurant openings and a dynamic array of food trucks offering diverse culinary experiences. Here’s a look at some of the latest additions and local favorites that are making waves in the Mile High City.
New Restaurant Openings
Uchiko
Cherry Creek North welcomes Uchiko, the sister concept to the acclaimed Uchi restaurant by James Beard Award-winning chef Tyson Cole. This 7,400-square-foot space blends a wood-fired Japanese menu with design elements reflecting both the historic gallery building it occupies and a modern culinary vision. Diners can expect immersive experiences with bold flavors and craft cocktails.
Madeline
Chef Quincy Cherrett, known for his work at Colt & Gray and Sushi Den, is set to open his first brick-and-mortar restaurant, Madeline, in spring 2026. Located at 1313 E. 6th Ave., the 1,100-square-foot space will seat up to 48 guests. The menu will focus on seasonal ingredients and culinary craftsmanship, offering an “unfussy” dining experience.
Odd Rabbit
Christopher and Ariana Teigland, the team behind Denver’s Glo Noodle House, are expanding to Boulder with Odd Rabbit, a new Japanese restaurant. Scheduled to open on April 30, 2026, at 5863 Arapahoe Avenue, the 90-seat venue will feature a 10-seat chef’s counter and a 40-seat patio. The menu promises a “traditionally non-traditional” approach, allowing the chefs to explore a broader culinary range.
Food Truck Favorites
Areyto Food Truck
Bringing authentic Puerto Rican flavors to Denver, Areyto Food Truck has been a local favorite since its launch in 2016. Known for dishes like the Pabellon arepa, featuring stewed, shredded beef with Muenster cheese, black beans, fried plantains, and guasacaca, Areyto offers a taste of the Caribbean in the Mile High City.
Cooking With A Crown
Specializing in Mexican cuisine, Cooking With A Crown is renowned for its Denver Birria Tacos and freshly baked artisan cinnamon rolls. This popular food truck frequently appears at events such as Long Table Brewhouse, the Denver Night Market, and the South Pearl Street Farmers Market, becoming a staple in Denver’s street food scene.
Farm to Truck
Embracing Denver’s farm-to-table concept, Farm to Truck creates locally sourced comfort dishes from around the world. The menu includes a Colorado lamb burger topped with fried onions, goat cheese, and mint aioli, as well as a vegetarian hemp seed wrap filled with fresh local produce. Sides like pork belly, yellow curry potato salads, and pesto macaroni salad complement the main offerings.
Denver’s culinary landscape is ever-evolving, with new establishments and food trucks continually enriching the city’s vibrant food culture. Whether you’re a longtime resident or a visitor, there’s always something new and exciting to explore in Denver’s dining scene.