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Scott Lentz

Rioja

Rioja

Scott Lentz

In 2004, chef Jennifer Jasinski and Beth Gruitch opened Rioja, a game-changer in Larimer Square. Since then, Rioja has only gained in popularity and national praise, with Jasinski winning Colorado’s first Best Chef: Southwest award from the James Beard Foundation, in 2013. The fare coming out of the open kitchen remains a jumble of Italian, French and Spanish influences highlighted by handmade pastas, exquisite sauces and carefully chosen wines.

1431 Larimer St. Denver, CO 80202

LoDo/Ballpark/Commons Park

www.riojadenver.com

Hours: Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

Price: $$, $$$

Restaurant Details

Features: Full bar, Gift cards for purchase, Meal kits for home preparation, Use restaurant website to order/pay, Catering, Private-group dining, Open-air patio, Metered, Valet, Recommended, Alcoholic beverages to go, Gift cards for purchase, Meal kits for home preparation, Use restaurant website to order/pay

Price: $$$$

Payment Type: All Major Credit Cards

Parking: Street, Valet

Reservations: Accepted, Highly Recommended

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