Experts' Choice Award Root Down
What the experts agree on
Root Down transforms plant-based dining into something celebratory with creative, inventive dishes in a whimsically designed space that doubles as a sustainability showcase—perfect for special occasions in Northwest Denver.
“Main dishes, most notably the Moroccan-style snapper rubbed with lemon, cumin and coriander, are worth coveting.”
– Gayot
Frommer's "The concept behind Root Down is almost too good to be true: an eatery so green it uses reverse-osmosis water, wind power, and it is built from 70% recycled materials." Full review
On the Grid "Root Down aims to connect the neighborhood to a dining experience in the same way ingredients are connected to food." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "As one of only a few mid-upscale restaurants in town with an explicit focus on plant-based food, Root Down’s on permanent rotation for vegetarians (among others) celebrating special occasions." Full review
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Make reservations even for brunch—and do indulge in an intensely creative dessert.
Travel + Leisure "This restaurant is known for its creative menu, brightly colored cocktails, gas station architecture, and quirky decorative items"
Denver Travel Guide
February 25, 2021
The Infatuation "The outpost of the local Denver spot has plenty of vegan and gluten-free options, and dishes like the bàhn mi turkey burger are comforting without feeling too heavy. If you don’t want to..." Full review
Time Out "With a lively nod to midcentury-mod design, this always-buzzing Lower Highland (LoHi) hotspot occupies a refurbished auto garage and serves health-inspired takes on classics, like..."
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