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Painted Bench
400 E 20th Ave, Denver, CO 80205
+1 303 863 7473
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#40 of 219 restaurants rated by Real Travelers

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In 1998, this popular restaurant was nothing but a 100-year-old dilapidated structure that was a blight in the neighborhood. But thanks to the vision of its owners, they renovated the building into a restaurant full of character and style that now ranks as one of the best in Denver. The lunch menu boasts a wide selection of upscale American sandwiches, while the dinner menu features plenty of seafood and lighter fare options. The Seared Ahi Tuna and the rack of lamb are two of the more popular dishes. The desserts are tasty and visually pleasing, too.

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