Don’t judge a book by its cover… you know the old saying! While we typically agree with these words — especially when it comes to delicious down-home, no-frills mom and pop restaurants — we find these 7 beautiful Denver restaurants to be the exception to the rule because of their pleasing aesthetics on both the outside AND inside:

1.) D Bar (Denver Uptown)
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The D in D Bar stands for drinks, dinner, and dessert... but do you know what else it should stand for? Delightful, divine, and dazzling; the three adjectives that come to mind whenever we think of this downtown gem's interior!
2.) Beatrice & Woodsley (Denver Speer)
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You may *think* that both of these are exterior shots of the restaurant, but they were indeed taken inside, as Beatrice & Woodsley -- which was named one of "America's Top Restaurants" by Zagat -- features a fun and unique forest theme.
3.) Flagstaff House (Boulder)
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We can't decide which part of the Flagstaff Restaurant is our favorite: the extensive wine list, elegant ambiance, or the jaw-dropping views of the city below... what do you think?
4.) Fruition (Denver Country Club)
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As per their website, "As an intimate neighborhood restaurant, Alex wants every guest who walks through the doors of Fruition Restaurant to feel like they are stepping into his welcoming home." Well done, Chef Alex; well done.
5.) The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa (Denver Uptown)
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If you thought high tea was fancy before, wait until you have it at the iconic Brown Palace Hotel, which serves decadent teas and hors d'oeuvres within the heart of their posh lobby. (I can hear the calming piano music now...)
6.) The Briarwood Inn (Golden)
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We know it isn't *technically* Christmastime (unless you are me and dream about the holiday season every day of the year), but we wanted you to begin making your plans NOW to visit this lovely and magical European restaurant!
7.) Rioja (Denver LoDo)
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Do you want to know the equation for a truly beautiful restaurant? It's a prime Larimer Street location + hip light fixtures + downplayed decor, all of which can be found at Rioja.

For more of our favorite Denver restaurants, click on You Haven’t Lived Until You Try These 10 Mouthwatering Restaurants In Denver.

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