Hillstone
New American restaurant · Cherry Creek ·

Hillstone

New American restaurant · Cherry Creek ·

Upscale American fare, French dip, steaks, sushi, great service

french dip
grilled artichoke
reservations recommended
spinach artichoke dip
old fashioned
upscale atmosphere
salmon
hawaiian ribeye
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303 Josephine St, Denver, CO 80206 Get directions

$$$

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Usually a wait
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Accepts reservations
Popular for lunch
Lunch reservations recommended

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303 Josephine St, Denver, CO 80206 Get directions

+1 303 333 4688
hillstonerestaurant.com
@hillstonedenver

$$$ · Menu

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•Usually a wait
•Restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Lunch reservations recommended
•Popular for dinner
•Dinner reservations recommended
•Cozy

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Jan 16, 2026

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"The Denver outlet of Hillstone serves small parties in a cozy, bright dining room located in the heart of Cherry Creek. Pair the signature French dip with an equally traditional drink, the Old Fashioned, which is made with Bulleit Bourbon, Angostura bitters and an orange twist. It’s a combination as old school as the Hillstone Restaurant Group, which has been around since 1977. Have your meal outside when the weather is nice, or inside at one of the fern-colored booths. Because the space is small, it’s recommended to make a reservation first, especially if your party is larger than three people." - Vox Creative

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Hillstone

Ali

Google
The perfect place to have a wonderful Birthday dinner. I have severe allergies and our waiter Adam made sure along with his manager and Chef that everything I ate was safe. The food was wonderful and tasty. I had a Mocktail that was the best I have ever tasted. Thank you for making the night special.

Ana B.

Google
Our favorite restaurant in Denver. We love the artichokes, Osaka pressed roll, deviled eggs, veggie burger, kale salad and trout and always order a combination of these dishes. The food and service are super consistent and the atmosphere is really lovely, it’s a beautiful restaurant.

Ian H.

Google
First time at Hillstone Denver and it was a great experience! I had the steak and my wife went with the fried chicken sandwich — both were excellent. We also tried the seasonal artichoke appetizer, and honestly, it might be one of the best things I’ve ever eaten. Can’t wait to go back!

lisa W.

Google
Maddie took great care of us. Slow service was addressed with impressive service recovery from a manager. Food is always fresh, delicious and beautifully plated. French fries are the best in town!

Hope S

Google
Hillstone came highly recommended, and while the atmosphere was undeniably refined and enjoyable, the food and service didn’t quite live up to the elevated expectations set by its reputation (especially since they impose a strict dress code) and price point. One standout, however, was the ‘Osaka Style’ Pressed Sushi. Overall, it was a pleasant experience, though there’s room for improvement in delivering a level of hospitality and cuisine that matches the upscale setting.

thyra A.

Google
The atmosphere was terrific. Got there for a reservation and there was a wait, but they let us go to the patio and get some drinks while we waited for our table. The food was delicious, the staff was very kind, and it was an overall great experience.

zach P.

Google
Hillstone has become a staple for my wife and I for date nights and anniversaries. Oct. 2nd, 2025 we celebrated 11 years of marriage and decided to dine at Hillstone days later to celebrate. We had an amazing experience. Service was top notch and would like to recognize Claire our waitress who was personable and a delight to conversate with! Food and drinks didn't disappoint, so cheers to bar staff and chef! See you soon Hillstone 😊

Andrew L.

Google
This is always a perfect choice for great food. Make sure you get a reservation, because it can have a long wait. We came here for dinner on a Sunday around 4:45pm, it felt like there wasn't a wait. We started with the coconut shrimp roll 9/10 followed by the spinach & artichoke dip 9.5/10. The food came out quickly and everything was very tasty. For our entrees I had the Hawaiian rib-eye 9.3/10, perfectly cooked and had great flavor. The fries that were served with it were a little undercooked and underwhelming 5/10 for the fries. I don't know why the got rid of their baked potatoes, they were so much better! My girlfriend started with a little house salad, nothing spectacular, a basic salad 6/10. For her entrée she ordered the double-cut pork chop, a little on the plain side 6.8/10. The braised cabbage was pretty good but could have used more goat cheese 7/10. For dessert we tried the key lime pie, very good crust and taste, a little on the tart side 8/10. All of the staff were very friendly. Parking is another issue, but this time we were lucky to find a metered spot outside. We look forward to coming back again soon!
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Morris P.

Yelp
If you find yourself in the Cherry Creek area, look no further than Hillstone for an exceptional dining experience. This beloved establishment has consistently earned my highest marks, thanks to its outstanding food and exceptional service. hello Denver born in long-term resident of Denver. I can say I have experienced at all from breakfast before a shopping trip to casual lunches with friends that have become a part of our routine and celebratory dinners that have included wonderful meals with my parents before they passed and treating long-term friends who are family to a wonderful dining experience,, I have never left Hillstone without feeling thoroughly satisfied. Their menu is a culinary delight (when in season I love the steamed artichoke) also featuring dishes that are seasonal favorites not only beautifully presented entrées, but also seasoned with flavor. Sales Stone gets my extra star for their desserts and offering those who do not drink alcohol. Well crafted monk tails Each visit reaffirms my belief that you can truly never have a bad meal here. What sets Hillstone apart is not just the quality of the cuisine; it's the unparalleled service. The staff is attentive and friendly, ensuring that every detail is taken care of, making you feel welcomed and valued. It's a joy to leave a restaurant not only remembering the delicious food but also the warm and inviting atmosphere enhanced by the stellar service. I consider myself fortunate to be a regular at Hillstone, and from the moment I arrive and am greeted by the host to when I leave and receive a nod and a thank you from the chef, and the experience between the food and the clear focus on hiring and training, professional service and wait staff, I consistently receive top-notch experiences. Whether you're enjoying a casual meal with friends, hosting a business dinner, or planning a romantic evening, Hillstone is the perfect choice. I highly recommend this gem--you will not be disappointed!
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Evelyn Z.

Yelp
We went to Hillstone over Labor Day weekend to celebrate my birthday. The staff was very accommodating, service was excellent, and food was very delicious. We arrived a little early, so we took drinks on the patio - my only note here is there needs to be additional service - there were quite a few old cups and plates around that needed to be bussed. But the setting despite the flies, cups, and plates was very nice. The hostess and everyone involved in the service was nice and accommodating. For drinks we got the crispy martini - deliciously perfect. I did try the vodka grape drink but I sent it back - it tasted of pure sugar and no grapes. For food we started off with the osaka press and we really held back from getting a second order of it - we love this "roll". Then we had the spinach and artichoke dip, it was so good - I am still thinking about it. Then we got the iceberg wedge, that salad is so good. My husband got the french dip, he really enjoyed it and I got the tuna tartar and it was just ok, needed salt and less onions. But we were already stuffed by then. Honestly - everything is so good here, it's really hard to choose. We love coming here for special occasions, especially when they nail it - like they did on my birthday.
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Haley W.

Yelp
One of my favorite restaurants in Denver and my go to for a reliable meal. Service is always incredible here, with attention to the small details. Really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. You have to order the crisp martini because it is perfect. Our go to's on the menu include any of the sushi items, we love the tuna tartare and the pressed sushi roll. For entrees we love the crispy chicken sandwich, the cheeseburger, and the Hawaii ribeye. If you're still feeling hungry or just want a special treat, the ice cream sundae is a perfect end to a perfect meal! Final review: 5/5 stars
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Kim B.

Yelp
Great place! Came here with a friend while traveling on business. Could see this being a cute date night place, too. Nice outdoor patio with a fireplace. Highly recommend reservations. We still had to wait about 20 minutes after our reservation time, but was well worth the wait. Awesome waiter-- even apologized for the wait and surprisingly offered an appetizer on the house to compensate. Wide variety of options on the menu to meet everyone's cravings! We started with grilled artichoke for an appetizer. Would not be normally something I'd pick, but really liked it. I had the rotisserie chicken-- super tasty and juicy. My friend had the Hawaiian steak and was also happy with her order. And lastly, their Old Fashioned was one of the best. Will definitely be back next time in Denver.
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Cassandra C.

Yelp
We had a wonderful dinner at the Hillstone! We made reservations for a Saturday night just hours prior. Definitely recommend doing this as there is usually a wait. We were seated promptly. To start we ordered the fries & deviled eggs. I was hoping to get their amazing artichokes but they're out of season! That's ok - next time! Our main dishes were the Caesar salad and the French dip. Everything was delicious. Our server noticed we waited quite a bit for our starters and decided to comp them - amazing service! Already looking forward to our next visit.
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Tyler S.

Yelp
Everything felt stuffy the staff felt stuffy not warm the food was just very mid feels like a over priced cherry creek chilles

Jamie D.

Yelp
The staff is not very friendly or accommodating. I would not recommend this location.
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Michael W.

Yelp
This is the best French dip sandwich I've ever had, featuring tender, thinly sliced roast beef dipped in savory au jus and served on a freshly baked baguette. The ambiance of the restaurant is warm and inviting, with soft lighting and classic decor. Additionally, the prices are very affordable, making it an excellent value for a high-quality meal.

Jennifer T.

Yelp
Always busy. The best grilled artichokes in town. Perfect for groups of 4 or less. The burger is delicious.
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Emily S.

Yelp
Great food and beautiful restaurant- price point was high for the menu items. Very, very hard to park.

Ellen C.

Yelp
Hillstone Restaurant in Dallas on Preston used to be our favorite go to even before it became Hillstone and was Houston's. Our experience on November 23rd had to be the absolute worst dining experience we have ever had there or anywhere. The food was underwhelming as the quality was sub-par and out of stock on their main staples (crab cakes and ribs). I don't mind paying for great dining and drinks; however, both were poor quality and far over-priced for what was served! The staff at the hostess stand as well as the person taking our orders were pretentious. Extremely disappointed and embarrassed having taken my family here to a place that we had loved. This will be the last time we eat or drink at Hillstone. Many more high-quality options in the Dallas area.
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Kerwina S.

Yelp
Order the famous French dip! I sat at the bar since I was there for a work trip. I got lucky and got a seat right away but they do have busy moments where every seat is filled. They have dimmed lights and it feels semi-fancy in there. The service is great at the bar, very attentive servers and easy to catch when you need something. The soft drinks are bottled & poured onto glass w/ ice, which is honestly annoying to me but I guess that's how some upscale restaurants are. The French dip comes rare & it's best served that way. The bread looks hard from photos but it's actually very soft and easy to chew. I added Swiss cheese on mine. It all just melts in your mouth when you dip in the au jus! I substituted my fries for mashed potatoes and it was pretty good as well.
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Erik F.

Yelp
Great experience on this visit, as routine w Hillstone Restaurants across the country This is my salmon stop in Cherry Creek. The salmon is perfectly seared to a crisp on the outside and pink (med-rare) inside, as it should be! Bartender Mike is solid and a staple for many years of my random visits. While I usually arrive early to score my fav bar seating, the place quicky fills up during evening hours.

Diana L P.

Yelp
They have a wonderful Kale and sashimi salad. The service is warm and attentive, without being intrusive. Hillstone is equally wonderful for a business lunch, shopping break, or a romantic outing.

Brooke B.

Yelp
My review I've been a long time, patron of Hillstone. One of the things that I've always enjoyed is that the staff knows the regulars and makes people feel like part of the family. There is a new management at Hillstone that made it an unpleasant experience. The team is always been willing to customize meals, according to preferences and allergies, but the new general manager, Jacqueline, has made it clear that they would only do it for me this one time and never again it's sad to see a place that you've loved transform into a corporate bureaucracy.
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Jack N.

Yelp
The absolute rudest interaction I have ever had at a restaurant. The hostess could not have been more condescending and rude and went out of her way to antagonize our group because we had asked for a table of eight (which they don't sit - which is fine) but then gave us a hard time about sitting two tables of four. Absolutely terrible.
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Jenna E.

Yelp
classy, high-end, and modern. the menu here is an assortment: from grilled artichoke to steak with pineapple marinade, and even sushi. you can tell there's a lot of thought that goes into the dishes and flavors. in terms of service, the staff are professional and accommodating. my brother's steak was slightly undercooked at first and although he isn't the type to make any rude comments or make a scene (we've both worked in restaurants and know how this situation can go) our server was happy to help; the chef came out to make sure everything tasted good. price-wise, more expensive than desired, but very good value for investment.

Judy F.

Yelp
The Daytime manager needs a course in Hospitality Not Hostility. The menu hasn't varied in years and it is now mediocre at best. They make excuses for the ingredients not being in the dish as promised on the menu. The restaurant has bizarre rules, no reservation for over 4 people As an example. Fortunately Cherry Creek has more options now

Suzanne B.

Yelp
The food isn't good. It's mediocre and fits the clientele well. For a restaurant that hates when you bring kids, like visibly disgusted by little ones, it's amazing they hire children to run the host stand. It's a restaurant full of nos. No kids, no tables over 4, no good food. It might as well be a nursing home cafeteria. Don't worry Hillstone, we'll never be back.

J S.

Yelp
Generally speaking, I always have a ok dining experience. I really like bringing guests in and it's relatively close by. However, my guests are always disenchanted with service and the food. Service generally makes the guests feel uneasy with no particular thing they do, maybe just upset we didn't spend enough up front? either way, its enough to sometimes make us do some restaurant hopping for another spot. overall very pretty place. I'll probably just come by on my own in the future.
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Yvonne C.

Yelp
Came here for dinner tonight. It was pretty busy for a Sunday night. Service was good at first, but then they became a little less attentive but overall still good. We found a hair in our spinach dip, but they comped it and brought us a new one, so that was good. All the food was really yummy and we actually ordered more food than I have pictures of. But my favorite one was probably the salad and yeah I would recommend this place. They're always really busy but if you're in town and are looking for a nice place to go for drinks and dinner. This is a great spot.

James S.

Yelp
The best upper casual dining chain ever! Always go to a Hillstone restaurant whenever I travel. Incredible service, consistent food every time.
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Tony M.

Yelp
Had an amazing lunch at the bar with my business contact from chase bank. We started with the roasted artichokes with their house sauce which paired very well. I got the French dip and he got the American burger I believe. Both were delicious.i always get the French dip, idk where they get their bread at but damn! The French dip is so tender and light accompanied by the augu (idk how to spell that) and some horseradish sauce. Fries were cooked to perfection . Amaizng portioning of meat. The burger was phenomenal from what my friend said. Love coming here for lunch always business meetings happening and a lively environment.

Kc K.

Yelp
Hillstones used be my favorite restaurant in Denver. I've been coming here for at least the last 15 years, even before it was Hillstones... when It was Houston's and tonight I was disgusted by the way my business guest and I were treated. The General Manager Jaclyn
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Rob O.

Yelp
To echo a review from Brooke B. from 7 days ago, my partner, his long term drama/english teacher and I went to this restaurant last night. The drama/English teacher has been to this restaurant many times over the years. She ordered the salmon starter plate and received the salmon as a cold appetizer, it doesn't state this in the menu and she wanted the staff to heat the salmon up. The manager-Jacqueline let us know after I confronted her, she was not going to heat the salmon as asked by our party. Claiming it would alter the salmon's palatable nature of the dish. I told her really! In all my food chemistry courses related to food, this excuse is totally made up and so contrary to making sure the customer has a great eating experience! Doubt this manager should be allowed to stay in this role, because my hunch is she is covering for a prima-Donna chef who needs to be fired! Beware of the poor service and more importantly to this experience nothing special on the menu!
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Michael R.

Yelp
Always great place for Artichoke and steaks. Great drinks Great service. And atmosphere

Heidi C.

Yelp
Ok , the food was great and the atmosphere was lovely, so what could possibly be so bad to warrant a one star review? Well here it is. Have you ever had a server grab your plate while you were eating? Well Hillstones is famous for this little slice of rudeness. No "may take your plate" or "may I wrap that up for you", they just attempt to snatch the plate right out from under you, mid bite. I finally told the manager that if it happened again I could not be held responsible for accidentally cutting the hand of the person who was grabbing my plate. This restaurant wants you and out. No lingering over that $75 piece of beef. Woof that baby down and get the hell out! Based on their consistent lack of subtlety, I am waiting for the day Hillstones takes my order, charges my card, brings me a to go box and asks me to leave. Hopefully I can finish my wine in the parking lot!

Lexi A.

Yelp
I had a 4:45pm reservation for myself and two clients who I was meeting in person for the first time. I arrived early, around 4:30, to ensure I was there ahead of my guests and checked in with the hostess. I politely asked to be seated in a booth in the bar area, as it appeared to offer a nice setting to get drinks with some clients. Despite the bar area having multiple open booths, I was informed that they do not seat incomplete parties...I understand that many restaurants do this however, I explained that I would appreciate being seated ahead of my clients' arrival, given the nature of the meeting. After some time, another staff member approached and offered me a seat at a distant communal table, which felt unsuitable for a business engagement. I reiterated my request to sit in a booth and was told that they were reserved for "diners only." I assured her that I was more than willing to order food if that was a requirement to sit at that table. Eventually, I was seated in a booth, and I took out my laptop to prepare for the meeting--only to discover that the restaurant neither offers Wi-Fi nor permits laptop or tablet use...I get it if it is disruptive to other guests but I can't be the only one who had ever been here for a business meeting...interesting but that wasn't the worst part. When one of the hostesses (who I had previously interacted with) brought waters to the table, she spilled all over and walked away without an apology or an attempt to clean it up...making it feel very intentional, especially because I had my laptop out on the table. I don't know why the employees here feel so high and mighty and exhibit such rude behavior but I do not recommend this place for any occasion. There are plenty of other accommodating and friendly restaurants in the Cherry Creek area!
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Ricky M.

Yelp
Celebrated a birthday last night and decided to try Hillstone as opposed to our normal spots. Absolute 10/10! The service, food, and ambiance were spectacular. We ordered the Coconut Shrimp roll, French Dip, Filet, and Key Lime Pie - all served to perfection. Would 100% recommend for your next lunch/dinner outing.
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Cain P.

Yelp
Amazing and consistent! IYKYK , love going to any of these delicious little restaurants yes named differently than its other counterparts like "Houston's" one of my favorite versions in Memphis!

Sophia I.

Yelp
If you are expecting courtesy and customer service, don't. Hostess lived up t the stereotype of rude and dismissive. Manager was condescending and antagonizing. Truly unexpected for this caliber of restaurant. To be treated so poorly, speaks volumes of the values this business is fostering.
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Lauren A.

Yelp
Always a pleasure, came back again on the Fourth of July and enjoyed some of my favorites again.

Joseph T.

Yelp
Made a reservation for 8:15 two weeks in advance. Was told we could not be seated until 9? Staff was nice but clearly in over their heads, would beware before making a night out to hillstone that you may not be seated.
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Judy L.

Yelp
Everything we ate was fantastic and exceeded our expectations! Deviled eggs - so scrumptious Artichoke - whatever is in that remoulade is magic Smoke salmon - this was quite a large portion of such delicately flavored smoked salmon. It was not tough or overly salty. It was perfect. French dip - by this point I thought we wouldn't be able to finish an entree after all the appetizers. But I was wrong. The French dip was soooooo good. So tender. Perfectly flavored. Cooked just right. We couldn't stop eating it. Service was fantastic as well. Downside is the restaurant is ALWAYS busy. We were quoted an hour wait before 5:30 on a Saturday night, and about half an hour wait at noon on a weekday. So make your reservation before you go!
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Charles F.

Yelp
Great location, beautiful interior, but the chairs are not the most comfortable. I came here for a Christmas Eve present to myself and was a little disappointed to find out that they were out of pork chops, but our server was quick to help me with another selection and we even stayed for dessert. The price might keep some people from coming, but if you have a chance and little extra money and want to splurge, I think you will be satisfied, and will probably take home some tasty leftovers
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Lizi C.

Yelp
Great food, great ambiance. Some of my favorites: grilled artichoke and the French dip. Excellent upscale restaurant

Jennifer A.

Yelp
This place always has a long waitlist, so we were excited when we finally got a reservation! All of the food was good, and came out pretty quickly. The drinks were delicious, especially the martini which we heard lots of praises about. Good variety of choices on the menu. Only complaint is that they were out of the artichokes when we went.

Maeve D.

Yelp
Unbelievable how the staff treated us. I am so incredibly disappointed. The manager and hostess was beyond condescending. So incredibly shocked for a restaurant of this caliber. WOW. Not wasting my time or money on this establishment.
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Dan S.

Yelp
Hillstone is an upscale chain restaurant. You would never know it unless you've been to other ones around the US. This place is a great place for a nice date night or dining out with friends. Guys please note no hats in the dining room. Not sure if you can wear them at the bar or not. The service is top notch! They really do not miss a beat at all. We started with spicy tuna roll, spinach artichoke dip, and a Cesar salad. All very good and my favorite of the 3 was the artichoke dip. I forgot to take a photo of my French dip , but that's my go to. It comes with plenty of meat on it and great to dip in the sauce and the horseradish. We finished dinner with the brownie sundae which was so good. Highly recommend Hillstone and make sure to have a reservation.
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Marta W.

Yelp
Love this place. Have always enjoyed their ambiance, the food & the service. It's a also a fun place to meet for happy hour with friends.
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David S.

Yelp
This restaurant isn't flashy or in a hip neighborhood, but it is consistent, with a diverse and well-executed menu, and a professional staff to round out the experience. The sushi is always fresh and the rolls exploding with flavor. Last time I was in for Saturday lunch and had the veggie burger, made in-house. Terrific! Make reservations! I was shocked at how packed Saturday lunch was, but my friend, who's a regular, knew to book a reservation. I really like the mid century interior, and have never been there when it's too loud to have a conversation--kind of the point of going out to dinner for me. Two thumbs up for Hillstone!
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Hang L.

Yelp
Heard such great things about this place and was so excited to try it!! To my surprise, they did not have valet, but they do have a huge parking lot to park in- so finding street parking wasn't a concern. Only thing confusing was when walking through the door, you have to go to the other side of the restaurant for the host, and finding the host was a little hard cause there's not a host stand either. We came in a little late and was able to get a table without a reservation. It's very nice and dim inside. Perfect for a nice date night. But there is also a nice ambiance at the bar if your by yourself. We started off with the house-smoke salmon and honestly this was my favorite thing we ordered. It was delicious. The crispy bread with the savory spread and topped off with the salmon was the perfect bite. It was light and refreshing. This was better than the actual salmon we ordered. The Scottish salmon had a pomee pureee on top that was okay. It made the entree look more appealing but on the side would be better. To our surprise the side of broccoli was bigger than the salmon. The side of smash potatoes was nice and soft and creamy. The Hawaiin ribeye, was a huge steak, I wish they offered other sizes. When I was told that it the size I assumed there was a bone, but there wasn't. The marinate on the ribeye wasn't my favorite. In my opinion it ruined the steak. For the filet the same pomme puree was on the steak as well- which would of been better on the side. The kale salad was nice and refreshing tho. The two roll of sushi we ordered for an app per our server recommendation was okay- nothing special in my opinion. Our service was great, very attentive, just had a confusion in the beginning who brought us water and asked for our drinks and ID us as well- we assumed was our server, when we tried to actually order. Definitely will come back, the thing we really wanted to try was the ribs that was sold out that night.
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Mary G.

Yelp
This unfortunately will be the last time we eat at this establishment. It is overhyped. Our experience was incredibly disappointing. I made a last minute reservation, as my daughter had flown into town on last minute business. This was our second time at this restaurant and the first time was mediocre, but, decided to give it another try. We entered the area surrounding the restaurant and found absolutely NO PARKING ANYWHERE in the general vicinity. It was starting to rain, so we opted for the parking garage that displayed a sign that said that they allowed patrons of the restaurant to park in there at a reduced rate. Not true. We paid $20 for 2 hours. Once seated we waited over 10-15 min for someone to approach our table, and even then- it was someone who seemed to be some type of manager (male). He seemed to be splitting his time between a few tables and going a million different directions. Adequate for the situation, but, not ideal. Attentive enough, but just felt like we were forgotten about in a corner table. The wait staff seemed to spend a lot of time with the "regulars" in the restaurant and very little time for "the common folk" who didn't frequent often. My daughter and I both commented about the odd vibe that evening. My salmon was undercooked, and I actually said to my daughter, that no one even asked how I wanted it cooked. IT WAS A BAD CHOICE OF RESTAURANTS, unfortunately. We won't be back, and sadly- I don't think they care.

michael b.

Yelp
I usually go out for lunch a few times a week, and generally the feeling is it was fine but do not need to go back, I have eaten at Hillstone at least 6 times in the last year and each time I think WOW, what great food and service and today was no different. French dip was amazing and my Son had the chicken sandwich and said it was also great, the servers are so friendly and the vibe in the place is awesome, can't wait to come back!

Tucker L.

Yelp
lived in Denver my entire life, and I can say last night was HANDS DOWN the rudest and worst interaction I've had with a restaurant staff in my life. I've always known Hillstone to be a bit "snooty", but accepted it as worth it for the food and atmosphere. Not any longer, this restaurant isn't deserving of the patrons they have, and clearly I am not the only person relaying this feedback to them, which unfortunately appears to be falling of deaf ears...
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Kristen W.

Yelp
We enjoyed a great time at Hillstone for dinner the other night. The wine and ambiance were festive and the dinner was quite tasty. I would love to try the artichokes next time we visit!
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Savanna R.

Yelp
We loved it here! We had a very relaxing dinner. Service was great, the food was phenomenal! We loved the smoked salmon app - definitely our favorite!!

Kayla M.

Yelp
A deeply disappointing experience at our favorite local restaurant Hillstone in Cherry Creek has long been a favorite of ours. My husband and I have dined here for years, and since becoming parents, we've even brought our baby daughter with us multiple times. It's been one of the few places that not only welcomed us as a family, but made us feel comfortable--so much so that I knew the layout of the restaurant, the location of the changing table, and how best to settle her car seat at the table. Last night, we came to celebrate my sister-in-law being in town. We made a reservation and were excited to enjoy an evening together--my husband, sister-in-law, daughter, and myself. But what started as a joyful evening quickly turned into one of the most humiliating and upsetting experiences I've had as a new mother. Shortly after our drinks and appetizers arrived, a manager approached our table. He asked whether our daughter was a boy or girl and if there was anything he could do to make sure "she was having a good time." We were a bit confused, but I responded politely. He then said he could bring her some avocado or mango to eat--because he could hear her "all the way at the host stand." I asked if she was being too loud, and instead of offering clarity or reassurance, he simply repeated that he could hear her from the front and added, "She looks happy, I guess." For context, my daughter was not crying, screaming, or disrupting anyone's meal. She was laughing, cooing, and simply being a happy 6-month-old baby. In fact, one of the servers recognized her from a previous visit and came over to say how big she had gotten. My husband asked the manager if children were no longer welcome at the restaurant, as we've never had an issue before. The manager repeated his offer of fruit, and when I said she wasn't eating solids yet, he told us to let him know if there was anything she needed--and walked away. I was stunned. I felt humiliated, protective, and ashamed all at once. I told my husband I wanted to leave and take our food to go. I could no longer enjoy my meal in an environment where I was being made to feel like my daughter needed to be silenced for simply expressing joy. My husband informed our server, who was kind and apologetic--she hadn't even been aware the manager had spoken to us like that. I took my daughter to the car, and as I sat crying, guests leaving the restaurant kindly smiled and told me how cute she was--only reinforcing how unnecessary and inappropriate the manager's comments had been. As a first-time mom navigating postpartum anxiety, I've worked so hard to overcome the fear that I can't go out with my baby--that I'll be judged, shamed, or asked to keep her unseen and unheard. This experience cut deep. Not only because it was embarrassing, but because it reinforced every insecurity I've been trying to fight. And to have it happen at a restaurant that had previously felt safe and supportive made it feel like a betrayal. While another manager later apologized to my husband and acknowledged that the situation was poorly handled, the truth is: it never should've happened in the first place. If this restaurant is family-friendly, and if no guests had complained (which we were told was the case), then this interaction was not only unnecessary--it was completely inappropriate. I'm sharing this not to attack the restaurant, but to advocate for other parents, especially those with young children and new babies. No one should be made to feel like their child is a burden for simply existing in a public space. Joyful sounds from a baby should not be treated like a nuisance--especially in a setting where families are welcomed and where children have always been present. Hillstone, we've loved you for years. But this experience broke our trust. I hope in sharing this, more empathy and training can be extended to your team--because no parent, and no child, deserves to feel like they don't belong.
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Inna K.

Yelp
Very good fine dining restaurant, next time I'll be in Denver I will definitely go there again! Ambience and service was outstanding, so as food were super delicious!