Top Best Seafood Restaurants in Highlands Ranch

"Since the day this jaw-dropping, awe-inspiring shrine to Japanese cuisine opened in 1985 in Platt Park, diners have waxed poetic, often waiting for hours on the sidewalk to snag a coveted seat in the stunningly appointed space. And it’s easy to see why: Owners and brothers Yasu and Toshi Kizaki source impeccably fresh fish from Japan and then masterfully create painterly mosaics that are as breathtaking to eat as they are to ogle. If you can score stools at the sushi bar, you’ll get dinner and spectacular knife skill theatrics."

"Pearl St. With 4.5 stars out of 1,776 reviews on Yelp, the sushi bar, bar and Japanese spot has proved to be a local favorite."

"This popular Chinese restaurant is always busy with loyal customers seeking to indulge in what is said to be the best dim sum and seafood dishes in town. Don’t let the strip mall location deceive you, because once you enter, you’re greeted with the smell of fresh dim sum at Denver’s best dim sum place. Don’t believe the hype?"

"This sprawling dining room is a party during weekend brunch, with dim sum carts rolling out small plates of traditional Chinese cakes, buns, dumplings and noodles. It’s best experienced with a group for optimal tasting and sharing."

"Athmar ParkIf you think brunch should be about eggs, pancakes, and waffles, you're missing out on some very important options."

"This Speer neighborhood restaurant may be more than halfway into its fourth decade, but based on the 30-minute-plus wait you’re likely to face on any given night, it’s got another four in it (not to mention a new-ish sibling in Littleton, attached to Carboy winery, that opened in 2016). A maze-like floor plan and stained-glass windows give it a charming, well-worn quality, while the menu marries a classic oyster bar with a neighborhood Italian joint. Once you’ve had your fill of bivalves—raw on the half-shell or char-grilled and topped with garlic, butter, and Pecorino cheese (among other options)—you can move onto pizzas and pastas, all of which are made from scratch daily."

"Homemade pappardelle pasta with cream and parmesan cheese—the Pappardelle Bolognese from Angelo’s is an actual slice of heaven. No matter what we’re in the mood for, we’ll never say no to this im-pasta-bly delicious dish."

"The gist: Chef Ty Leon, beverage director Austin Carson, front-of-house master Heather Morrison opened this fresh pasta haven in the former Cafe Marmotte space in January 2020. The food: When Leon and his team first purchased Cafe Marmont in 2019, they kept the French cuisine intact, but after a brief makeover, they reopened with a new name and a dedication to Italian cuisines with a focus on Leon’s area of expertise: handmade pasta (do not skip the lobster spaghetti with black truffle). Carson’s cocktails are impeccably crafted whether you opt for a classic or one of his creative spins, like the caprese negroni (yes, there’s tomato and basil involved).The cost: Starters are $8.50 - $16.50, entrees are $12.50 - $19.50, and cocktails are $15.50."

"Late last year, three Mizuna vets—chef Ty Leon, barman Austin Carson, and hospitality ace Heather Morrison—transformed Cafe Marmotte on South Downing Street into a charming yet modern trattoria inspired by Morrison’s eponymous (and equally charming) 10-year-old daughter, who loves Leon’s glorious handmade pastas almost as much as we do. His modern Italian offerings run the gamut from take-and-bake lasagna family meals to dine-in and takeout tasting menus, all designed to go with Carson’s wild grape French 75s or fig old fashioneds. With Morrison running the floor, Olivia is the full package—a neighborhood spot where every meal feels like a celebration."

"Category: Happy Hours, Outside Dining, Raw Seafood Bar, Seafood, and Weekend Brunch. Max’s specializes in the freshest seafood and raw bar along with the finest spit roasted & grilled meats. Serve really great liquids amid praiseworthy food and let our guests immerse Read more..."

"Max Gill and Grill is an upscale neighborhood bar located among the shops on Old South Gaylord Street. It’s a beautiful space with a laid-back feel and they specialize in serving t..."

"However, the portion size was not comparable to other places.We ordered fish and chips and crab cakes. The fish was only b..."

"It's got a little train set that runs around the whole restaurant!. That's all you need to know!. Sushi Train lives up to the "sushi" part of its name just as well as it lives up to the "train" part."

"Founder Dave Query ignited Denver’s seafood scene with the opening of this oceanic restaurant and oyster bar in Lower Downtown (LoDo) that has since spawned offshoots across Colorado and beyond. From its rambunctiously energetic vibe, offset by a subtle nautical theme, to its fiercely seasonal menu of sustainable seafood sourced from passionate purveyors, it’s a fan favorite for slurping pristine oysters, although the rest of the menu — crab legs, lobster, clam chowder, charred Spanish octopus and Alaskan halibut — is every bit as crowd-pleasing, as are the spirit-forward cocktails and compelling wines and craft beers."

"I know, I know…I never would have dreamed of bringing my kids to Jax in LoDo. And, perhaps that location is kid-friendly, but it is fancy enough that I think you have to have the right kind of kid…mine aren’t quite there yet. But, we recently visited their second location just off Colorado Boulevard, and it was surprisingly kid-friendly with a child at nearly every table."

"The Glendale outpost of this local seafood institution comes with a great view of the mountains. Enjoy oysters, cocktails, and sometimes even live music."

"Standing way out from the poké pack, Turtle Boat has endeared itself to Denverites with its decidedly different approach to the Hawaiian sensation. Virtually everything on the menu, except for the fish, is vegan and gluten-free. That includes three alternative proteins—organic tofu and tempeh as well as the house creation, made from ancient grains—served over rice or locally grown mixed greens."

"Founded in Kansas City, Missouri and is now headquartered in Denver, LaMar’s Donuts & Coffee is a popular donut and coffee chain that now offers nine locations along the Front Range. Since 1960, LaMar’s Donuts has been serving up hot fresh donuts every morning to early-risers and the career-driven with an extensive menu that will leave you wanting to order more than just one. With over 75 varieties it’s hard to decide on just one but always paired with a freshly roasted cup of coffee and you’re off to a good start for the day."

"With more than 70 types of doughnuts, LaMar’s is the place to go if you are fussy. LaMar’s has all of the classic doughnuts, and they come in all different configurations: bars, twists, filled, cake, and fritter. If you are having a tough time choosing from such a varied menu order a dozen doughnut holes."

"OCN's Favorite: Old Fashioned Sour CreamInsider Tip: They deliver!. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by LaMar's Donuts (@lamarsdonuts) on Dec 27, 2018 at 10:34am PST"

"Buttercream Bakeshop is a Denver cakery owned and operated by baker Sarah Joyce, who brings her culinary school experience and her career as a pastry chef in Germany to bear in her Denver-based business. Offering custom wedding cakes in addition to cake pops, cupcakes, micro cakes, and more, Buttercream Bakeshop provides its distinctly delicious cakes to weddings all over Colorado, including Aspen, Estes Park, and Grand Lake. Fill out the contact form on the Buttercream Bakeshop for detailed inquiries and orders."

"The Lowdown: Buttercream Bakeshop is a small family-run bakery located in the Cherry Creek neighborhood of Denver. Specializing in made from scratch cupcakes, the menu has expanded to offer occasion cakes and other treats. With classic flavors from vanilla chocolate and peanut butter, chocolate to some more adventurous flavors like Fruity Pebbles topped buttercream and chocolate pretzel, each cupcake is packed with the perfect amount of moisture."

"Buttercream Bakeshop is a locally owned bakery that specializes in gourmet cakes, cupcakes and pastries. This bakery bakes 20 cupcake flavors from scratch daily using high quality ingredients. Buttercream Bakeshop is located at 129 Adams St, Denver, CO 80206."