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El Five, Denver, CO

El Five

4.7
4.7
4197 Reviews
$50 and over
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 122 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Nestled high above LoHi on the fifth floor of 2930 Umatilla, El Five boasts spectacular, unobstructed views of the downtown Denver skyline. The menu is an homage to the Mediterranean and features small plates built on bold flavors found throughout the region: Spain, North Africa, the Middle East.

Inside, the space is understated and sensual, flanked by a large, open-air patio for sun-kissed Colorado nights. As the newest restaurant in the Edible Beats family, El Five celebrates the confluence of flavors, ideas and geographies made possible by a subtle shift in perspective.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Spanish, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Wed, Sun 9:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (303) 524-9193
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Corey Ferguson
  • Neighborhood
    Highlands
  • Cross street
    On Umatilla St. between 29th and 30th.
  • Parking details
    El Five offers valet services to all our guests. Once you arrive in our covered valet parking lot off Umatilla St., VIP Valet will be happy to assist you. Valet services provided for a $15 fee, payable by cash or card.
  • Public transit
    W 32nd ave and Tejon street - Bus station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's Day Dinner on the 5th Floor

    Jan 1, 2025 only
    Join us on the first evening of the New Year for an Exclusive NYD Dinner featuring our A La Carte Dinner Menu + specials, and a Prix Fixe Menu option
    New Year's Day Dinner on the 5th Floor Photo
  • Chef's Counter Dinner

    Multiple dates available
    The Chef's Counter experience is catered to the guests with discerning taste, allowing our culinary experts to guide you through the flavors and excitement of the Mediterranean! Join us at the counter for samples of dishes from the Garde Manager kitchen, experience the hospitality of our Chef's as they prepare your dinner, and watch the excitement from the only seats that guarantee our Downtown Denver Skyline view.
    Chef's Counter Dinner Photo

What 4,197 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Five offers breathtaking views of Denver's skyline, complemented by an "amazing vibe" and "fantastic food." Guests rave about the "excellent service" and diverse tapas menu. The seafood paella and creative cocktails are standout favorites. While some note occasional service delays, the overall experience is "highly recommended" for special occasions.

4,197 Reviews
  1. Kristi

    Austin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    The food was absolutely phenomenal but they squeezed my party of five into the most cramped and uncomfortable seating. I made the reservation well in advance so I didn’t expect to be squeezed into such a small table. The table was most definitely only made for three humans. It was nearly impossible to squeeze out to use the restroom as well because the other table was so close. It made it very unpleasant to eat, esp when the meal is family style. We barely had the space for the dishes as they came out. On top of that, the restaurant was blasting the heat, we were all sweating and had to continuously take breaks on the outdoor patios. The vibes were just not it. It really ruined the experience.

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  2. Chelsey

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband and I came for our 10 year anniversary. They sat us a little far from the windows which was a bummer. For food, we started with the Lebanese garlic dip. It may be some of the best hummus dip we have ever had. we then had the Bison Albondigas - the bison was amazing, well seasoned and delicious, but the remainder of the dish was a bit underwhelming and took away from the deliciousness of the bison. We also had the matzo ball soup dumplings. They were good, but our least favorite part of the meal. They were barely warm, and the dumpling dough was a bit excessively chewey. We also had the carne paella. Delicious, no notes! Every flavor was perfect. We finished with the date cake and the cheesecake. My husband loved the cheesecake. Both were a miss for me. Our waitress was wonderful, though, and we definitely will be back to try more food! Drinks: he got the zombie and I had the orchard Collin’s. Both good drinks, but nothing excessively special.

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  3. John

    VIP

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Absolutely not worth to try. Service was terrible and food was not good at all. Over cooked, over salted and recipes are just an insult to traditional plates as Couscous, paella or tapas.

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  4. Niketa

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, service and ambiance. First time trying as it came highly recommended and definitely did not disappoint. Bonus: great view

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  5. Gurmeet

    Las Vegas

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thanks for making our Anniversary memorable, and we thoroughly enjoyed it!

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  6. Janet

    Denver

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious!! Hip and happening scene. Beautiful skyline view. Noisy. They cleared the plates a little too quickly while we still would have been sopping up and scraping the little remains. It would be nice if they offered some bread for that purpose

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  7. Lina

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 recommend this experience to anyone that comes to Denver! I came here with my son, Harvey and we were helped by Tyler, Mark and Jose, getting exceptional service from them all! Tyler made sure that Harvey was comfortable with the food and was well taken care of. It was both my son’s and I first time trying these new foods from an amazingly colorful Mediterranean menu. Flavors were divine and kept you wanting to try more samples of everything! I wish we had more time here in Denver or I would definitely come back again! The skyline is beautiful to see from the restaurant as well. The vibe is just overall happy and joyous! Make sure to ask for Tyler! Thank you to the team! We will be coming back soon!

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  8. ann

    Denver

    5 reviews

    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    The food fell short of expectations, trying to do too much with conflicting flavors that didn’t complement each other. Instead of showcasing complexity, the overpowering tastes clashed and overwhelmed the dishes. Both my husband and I felt the food came across as overly pretentious. Adding to the disappointment, valet parking cost $15 and was not worth it. The noise level was excessive, and the music felt more suited to a dance club than a dining experience. Overall, the food was terrible, and the ambiance made it worse. Definitely not an experience we’d recommend.

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  9. Mike

    Charlotte

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived early for our reservation and they were able to accommodate us. Friendly and helpful staff, delicious food and drinks. Solid across the board. Nothing disappointed. Definitely would return.

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  10. Keki

    VIP

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional views of downtown. Love the matzoh-ball soup dumplings.

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FAQs

El Five offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. El Five also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 524-9193.

El Five is rated 4.7 stars by 4197 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 122 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for El Five

2930 Umatilla St, Suite 500, Denver, CO 80211-3833

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    On Umatilla St. between 29th and 30th.
  • Neighborhood
    Highlands
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Wed, Sun 9:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Spanish, Middle Eastern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    El Five offers valet services to all our guests. Once you arrive in our covered valet parking lot off Umatilla St., VIP Valet will be happy to assist you. Valet services provided for a $15 fee, payable by cash or card.
  • Public transit
    W 32nd ave and Tejon street - Bus station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Corey Ferguson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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