Hillstone

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.

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!

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.

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!

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 😊

Chef Sam was great at accommodating allergies and went above and beyond given the food restrictions and limitations we had at our table. Our waiter Cassidy was absolutely lovely and so on top of service the whole night

Hillstone never disappoints! The food is consistently amazing — perfectly cooked, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The service is just as impressive — attentive, professional, and genuinely friendly. You can really tell the team takes pride in what they do. Whether it’s a casual dinner or a special night out, Hillstone is always a great choice. Highly recommend!

Really thought that this place would be over-hyped, since it’s a chain but man they DELIVERED. The food was so yummy, in just a really classic way. They were running a bit behind on our reservation but they made up for it tenfold with amazing service, bringing us drinks while we waited for our table and comping our appetizer. The French dip was delectable (pro tip: ask for the fresh horseradish too), the croutons on the Caesar salad were so soft and crunchy at the same time, and the martini was crispy and refreshing at the same time. Highly recommend! It’s super packed so reservations necessary.

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!

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

Ribs came out burnt, tasting like cigarettes. Sent them back, second order of ribs had gray meat throughout that tasted bad and looked old, like they were leftovers from a couple of nights ago. Now comes the best part. Asked to speak to a manager. Gentleman came over, looked at my plate (I had finished my french fries due to extreme hunger and had pushed the meat around looking for a bite that wasn't gray) and he said, "It looks like you've eaten your meal." I replied that I'd eaten the ff but I wanted a full plate of food as I was hungry. In response to my telling him the first plate of ribs were burnt and tasted like cigarettes, he actually said they would note in their records that I don't like my ribs crispy!!! Records? I replied that I don't mind my ribs crispy, I just don't like them burnt. I was brought a new dinner of something else, which I appreciated, but the experience and the bad ribs left me with a bad taste.

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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

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!

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!

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

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

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.

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...

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.

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.

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!

Had lunch reservations on a Thursday for my wife's birthday. We started with the smoked artichokes and dipping sauce. They bracts were smoky and delicious. For lunch, my wife had the French Dip and fries, which she really enjoyed. I had the Chicken Salad and it was very tasty and bright. The corn in the salad was simply ingenious. We drank sparkling wine that was much better than we expected. The service was on point. There is a dress code and the setting of the restaurant is simply fabulous.

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!

Hillstone is always great. Highly recommend the Thai tuna roll, French dip and hot fudge sundae.

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!!

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.

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!

Hillstone food is always fantastic, the drinks are spot on, and service is amazing. They have a great selection of healthy options as well as comfort food. Highly recommend!

I love this place so much it is my first stop from the airport after I land. Service is impeccable- staff are incredibly warm and friendly. As I am usually there by myself, they make me feel welcome like family. They never rush you. If you can get them (they aren't always available), the grilled artichokes are to die for!! But the thing that wakes me up at night with a midnight craving- the Thai noodle salad (I get mine with chicken). Beyond words. Just the right amount of dressing. And it has a little bit of everything in it- it is colorful and well balanced. My only (very minor) complaint is that all their red wines are from the US. For those of us who can't drink US wines, it's a bit of a disappointment but they new have non-US white wines which go perfectly with the noodle salad. I highly recommend dinner here.

I reserved our office holiday luncheon two weeks ago . We were told we would be at separate tables, which we agreed to. Upon arrival, we were told by the greeter, that they do not accommodate parties more than 6. I advised we had reservations and simply wanted two tables next to one another as discussed during our reservations . She reiterated that "we don't accommodate parties more than 6. Whats worse, she did it in a snotty and condescending manner. She also did this in front of several employees and customers. As we promptly left, we saw multiple booths next to one another. We called and found out this was the Manager, Brittany. Brittany, treating customers like this is rude, unprofessional and flat out gives Hillstone a bad name. Shame on you.

Artichokes are in season they are a must on your order. Service is friendly and professional. The space is very welcoming.

Incredible food, but rules trump the guest experience! I have loved this place over the years. Should have reviewed sooner, which would have been better. But here was my experience today: I had 2 hours to myself. Pure unadulterated sit at the Hillstone bar fun to enjoy the goings on. As a parent - you'll understand... I was relishing going there all day. I knew what I wanted to drink and didn't even need to see the menu. Just wanted to read some articles and enjoy drinks, dinner and dessert. I shed a tear sitting there remembering my fond memories at Hillstone. Asking my future in-laws for their daughter's hand in marriage, sharing the news about their grandchild and remembering my father in law's joy and laughter. He has since passed. As I wrapped up my delicious ribs, the woman next to me had finger food appetizers waiting for her friend to arrive. She was new to Hillstone. There were no more spots available but the standing tables behind us when her friend arrived and she kindly told the bartender she would take her appetizers to the standing table. The bar tender told her she could not do that. Only fries and drinks there... I was about to order dessert but told them I was done and would make room for the woman next to me. I was appalled they could not make an exception for a guest. "I don't make the rules!" Was the comment. On my way out I explained it to the manager and he sided with the rules. No "thanks for letting me know". The rules are the rules. WHAT??? How about guest experience? Did we forget about that? Kind of goes with the food. That is obviously the culture and I no longer need to go there to dine in person. I hope pick up is still allowed as I still have a gift card for Hillstone. I may need to re-gift if take out is not an option...my taste for the Hillstone dining experience has unfortunately soured.

Love this place a ton - the food is excellent. Specifically the nigiri plate, French dip sandwich, and rotisserie and kale salad. Just a small note we make a reservation each time and have waited at least 20mins, we're told a starter would be comped and then it didn't happen. Will still come back though

We are from Santa Fe and just had lunch at the Hillstone Denver. Food and ambiance were A+ but what really impressed us was our waitress named Blake. One in a million.

This was a great restaurant for dinner. The artichoke appetizer was delicious - I loved the dipping sauce. And the Asian noodle salad (with pork) for the win . Portions were good, service fantastic.

Service is always fantastic and I love the upscale while still relaxed vibe of Hillstone. The food and drinks are also great (french dip is *chefs kiss* and the grilled artichoke, coconut shrimp roll, and osaka style pressed sushi are all a hard yes.) Food also comes out quick which is always nice!

If you like Cherry Creek Grill ( yeah like who doesn't??) you will like Hillstone Restaurant. Same restaurant group and similar menu items. Plus.....Hillstone has a great parking lot. That is huge in Cherry Creek. Service is superb. Food is always on point. Menu is varied and interesting. Drinks are fantastic. Great cocktails. Wine list is concise but excellent...you got Kistler on the list you are aces by me! Place is always pretty busy so that is a testament to how good it is! Great place considering it is part of a restaurant group!

Had a fantastic dinner with Friends and family. The artichoke was incredible! The entrees were very good, I had the salmon!!! Brooke was an our server, she did a great job!!! Definitely will go back.