At Charcoal, chef Patrik Landberg dishes up refreshingly straightforward bistro cuisine.

It's back! Our list of the top, brand-new restaurants you need to try in the Denver area. Here's a peek inside each of the eight eateries that made our 2012 Best New Restaurants list.  

Our food scene has never been more vibrant, and with global street eats, Scandinavian-inspired cuisine, and modern comfort food, it’s a thrilling time to be a foodie in the Mile High City. Book a table at one of these eight newcomers—and taste the future of Denver dining.