Dan & I decided to host our wedding at Coohills after we had our tasting. What a delight! French cuisine in downtown Denver - and enough space for our 140 guests. We got married on the bridge with a cocktail/appetizers hour afterward inside the bar area - then dinner in the dining room with passed wines - and dancing on the bridge. The staff was SUPERB. VERY attentive and easy-going. They knew how to take care of our guests and made us feel like royalty. We now go there for drinks & french fries as often as we can because it's home. Thank you to Shayla, Tori, Tom & Diane for making this BIG day so perfect. We couldn't have chosen a better venue. read more

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Went for a business dinner party. Great service and desserts. The steak was cooked precisely to medium rare. The mushrooms in a pan were amazing read more

Came in for dinner before the nuggets game and was completely blown away by this restaurant. Everything was top notch! I really couldn't recommend this restaurant more read more

Worst service I've ever received. The bartenders were rude and impatient although we were paying customers. I've never felt so uncomfortable in a restaurant. The owner should really reconsider his bar staff considering it's empty in here. read more

Very beautiful dining room and atmosphere Music was nice and relaxing. I enjoyed my butter lettuce salad and my crab cake was very tasty My gf wasn't so happy with her short ribs. I didn't taste them. She said they were a bit dry and she wasn't happy with the, foreign to us, pig skin. The chef told us the name of what it was but I can't remember. My gf called it 'disgusting' ! You might like it though. The service was impeccable !! Thank you beautiful Erica with the Dutch features. I love coming here in the summer where they have outdoor concerts and apps and a variety of beverages for sale. It is tooooooo fun !!! See you at a show ! read more

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I meant to post this review a lot sooner than I am, but I highly recommend this restaurant. My husband and I got married earlier in the year and hosted a very small, private dinner reception following our wedding. Diane and Tom were a dream to work with, and made the whole experience of planning an event from out of state (during Covid) so much easier. The process start to finish was amazing, the food was amazing, and everything was cooked to perfection. The service was fantastic and every one from our reception had major compliments about the food and overall experience. We are hoping to come back very soon and eat here again. Overall 10/10 experience and I am so thankful for the entire team at Coohills. read more

Coohills Restaurant - Private wine room - French Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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A friend and I dined here during 2016 Restaurant Week, and were not disappointed. I arrived a bit early, and was immediately shown to my table. Service was attentive, and I had a dirty martini sitting in front of me within minutes. As for the food, we began with the amazing charcuterie plate - knowing we had three courses to come, we didn't finish it, but it wasn't because the offerings weren't tasty. They were fantastic. I went with the French onion soup to start, followed by the quiche/salad, and had the chicken with mushrooms as my entrée. Everything was excellent - made moreso perhaps by the bottle of wine we split. :) read more

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Always loved this spot ahead of games and concerts at Pepsi Center now Ball Arena. Good food, great service, super close to events downtown. read more

Event dinner for 28 last night. Very attentive staff, terrific private room, great food. Starter large-ish salad with lemon vinaigrette was very nice and refreshing. Four choices for entrees - mushroom risotto, NY strip steak, salmon, shrimp - were each delicious and well-received. Family-style augratin (sp) potatoes and grilled Brussels sprouts were also delicious. Family-style desserts were nice, too. From this experience, I would highly recommend this restaurant for event dining or simply for dinner. read more

4-stars for me, dawg. The atmosphere was lovely - open, clean & professional. The host was kind and smiley. The server was knowledgeable. The food was presented v nicely. Crab cake -- See picture for any questions. Rabbit Dish -- Meh. Chicken Dish -- rich, lovely, but ... not special. NY Strip -- on point. Charcuterie -- Saucisson sausage and enjoy. Heirloom Beet Salad -- Big beets. Fresh cracked black pepper is a perfect touch. Bar -- Glasses of wine and a cocktail called Mezcal Medicine. Well done. All in all, it was a nice evening out and a good dinner with quality ingredients. That said, the value was lacking. read more

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Decent food so far (appetizers), but ordered 60 mins ago in a semi-busy environment and still don't have our food. We came early... due to having game tickets.... And are soon to be watching the game on TV. Unacceptable considering the lack of crowd here. Don't come unless you do not have anything planned after... Update: after wolfing down the steak that probably took 6 min to cook... even though it was ordered 60 mins prior (to get to the game)... I can easily say I've cooked far better at home on average. Overpriced and out of the quality range it should be in. Far better out there. read more

Came here for a private event, they were over capacity, staff was rude, a waiter literally took a drink out of my hand at 7:42PM as they kicked everyone out in the absolutely rudest way possible. Feels like some of the staff is getting a thrill out of being abrasive. One waiter in particular is obviously on an epic power trip. No grace at all, impolite, bleh. I'm amazed at how rude the staff is actually. Wild. And the food wasn't even very good... Skip it. read more

What a wonderful place! My company hosted an event here this past weekend and it was perfect. The staff was so helpful and made sure everything ran smoothly from beginning to end. The food was to die for, loved everything they brought out. The location of the restaurant was really nice as well and highly recommend to come here for any occasion whether it be hosting an event, date night, or even just drinks with a few friends. They have a wonderful selection of spirits and the bartenders are knowledgeable and make divine drinks that are strong and savory!! Will be recommending this place to others! As well as if I'm ever back in town you can find me here! read more

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Did the chefs 5 course tasting menu, spent $400, and left hungry. The fish was too salty. The duck had no fat and the 1/8 of a tomato was tasteless. The steak has grisly and came with a half a fingerling potato. Two of the wine paring were unremarkable. The desert was good. read more

Great restaurant in Lodo, a little tucked away and perfectly located if you want to get dinner before or after an event at the Pepsi Center. The atmosphere is upscale and modern, with a nice bar, a terrasse, a dining room and private rooms. Prices are on the higher end (for entrees), but my husband and I thought the food was delicious and just different enough to make it exciting and justify spending a little extra. Service was also very attentive. We had a great dinner, and definitively will go back, there is a lot more on the menu we want to taste! read more

So many different star ratings for this restaurant. Too bad. Too bad because new restaurants don't always have to suffer through a rough start-up process. (See Charcoal for a new restaurant that had it together from the moment it opened). I can only tell you about our experience, and it was a good one. We live in the neighborhood. So we walked over. That meant we didn't have a parking problem (although I hear there's an attached garage that only charges $5, and that's a good deal since even if there was a free valet service, you'd tip the guy about that much). There were 8 of us. The service and the food were all excellent. Probably the best deal of the night--it being Sunday--was the wine. All bottles under a $100 were 1/2 price. Had a wonderful '09 pinot noir called Emeritus, from the Russian River Valley. At $32 it was a steal. As mentioned by others, the sourdough bread is delicious. We had the blue crab flan, mussels and octopus as appetizers; then the escarole and parmesan crusted egg, as well as the bosc pear salads, which were really very good; and the diver scallops, pork ribeye and lamb entrees. Every dish was well executed and very enjoyable. They have a couple of stellar desserts: the vanilla bean bread pudding was spectacular, as was the veloute of bittersweet chocolate. Excellent, but not spectacular, was the bosc pear tart. The hazelnut cake was good, but nothing to write Yelp about. Total cost of the meal: $75 a person, including the tip which, because of the size of our party, they added in. Pricey, but we had a large and tricked out dinner. The atmosphere is cosmopolitan and upscale. Liked it. Will go back. Hope they smooth out the rough edges for everyone else, but we sure had a solid 4 star experience. read more

I am not sure how this place has only three stars, well maybe I do...as I read through the reviews, the ratings seem without merit. As far as my experience, I will be recommending this restaurant to family, friends, and fellow yelpers. Yes, this is a higher end restaurant and the prices reflect that, so many would only go here for special occasions. If you are looking for a memorable evening with flawless service, perfectly executed food, and a chic yet warm atmosphere, Coohills is the place. We went with the chef tasting menu so that we could try as many items as possible. As far as the portion sizes go for the tasting menu, it was spot on. The service was also immpecable. Everything was timed absolutely perfectly: the busser would have the table preset without delay, wine pairing would arrive precisely on time with each course, and plates were cleared promptly. The server was friendly and available, but not too present, allowing us to enjoy each other's company. The timing of each course was also impressive; just enough time in between each course to sit and enjoy, but not too much time passed where we wondered when our next plate would be there. Again, impressive. The food runner also gave superb descriptions of each dish as courses were dropped. Best service I have experienced in all of Denver, reminding of my experiences at Michael Mina. Here is a breakdown of the courses we tried: Amuse - Escargot with gnocchi: the first, but easily my favorite dish of the night, and this was my first time trying snails. Snails were perfect on their own, but paired brilliantly with the soft yet crispy gnocchi and delicate crunch of the peas shoots. Watermelon with Serrano ham & burrata: my husband's favorite dish of the evening. Simple yet elegant flavors with the saltyness of the ham and the juicy sweetness of the watermelon paired with the creaminess of the burrata. Beautifully plated. Foie Torchon with brioche and apricot emulsion: foie is a "once every few years" treat for me and this dish was gorgeous. Plate came dressed with delicate slices of apricot, halved grapes, and sliced strawberries to go along with the delicious brioche and apricot emulsion. My favorite pairing on the dish was the fresh strawberries, but the apricot was the perfect emulsion pairing for the foie. American red snapper with sausage, romesco and vegetables: I was craving fish and this hit the spot. The fish was cooked beautifully. It seems to have been very lightly floured which gave the outside a slight crisp. It was fantastic. The pairing with the sausage and the spicy romesco sauce was excellent and the vegetables (diced eggplant, etc.) gave it a great balance. Intermezzo - sorbet, lime I believe. Only negative thing to say was the sorbet was a little icy (crunchy) Lamb Sous Vide: I don't usually eat lamb for two reasons, one being that I don't enjoy the gamey flavor. Well, let me tell you, this dish will convert anyone to a lamb lover. But you may be spoiled and will only eat it sous vide the rest of your life. Wow, was this dish amazing. Texture was that of a rare plus steak and the flavor was rich but certainly not gamey. It was served with the most delicious homemade mint yogurt and saffron cous cous. To die for. Dry rubbed strip steak: having worked at a 5-star steakhouse in Las Vegas, I am somewhat of a steak snob, but I was impressed with this steak. The dry rub was excellent and the steak was cooked perfectly to a medium rare. Aside from a little gristle, I thoroughly enjoyed the dish. It was served atop a delicate creamed spinach and some chanterelle mushrooms. Dessert - layered chocolate, praline, and hazelnut mousse served also with a coffee sorbet. I am not huge on chocolate desserts but I enjoyed this. Mousse was not too thick nor too sweet. The coffee sorbet was unique and delicious. A great finish to the meal. read more

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I recently hosted a holiday event at Coohills and man oh man, was I pleasantly surprised! The staff was SO attentive and pleasant, the food was wonderful, and the Wine Room was the best private space ever! It was a very small event, only had about 15 people, but seriously, what elegance! I will definitely recommend Coohills to anyone looking for small event space (or large event space... I know they have a plethora of other rooms available). Shayla Englund, the Event Coordinator, was also super easy to work with and also worked with my budget by trimming down the F&B minimum to make it work. Love her for that! read more

Coohills Restaurant - Wine Room @ Coohills - French Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I've been to Coohills twice now: once for our anniversary, and most recently during Restaurant Week. The first visit was fantastic in every way, and their Restaurant Week menu was diverse and enticing, so we made reservations. Our server was wonderful, enthusiastic had his timing down to a science, recommended a wonderful wine, and totally took care of us. Each dish we ordered for each course of the meal was beautifully presented and tasted fantastic. The only downside to the meal was my dessert, which was labeled on the menu as a "gateau", but was really just a cold, dry muffin. Our waiter kindly replaced it with a bread pudding, however, and I very much enjoyed that. All-in-all, I will continue to recommend Coohills. The service and food are consistently very high quality. read more

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Coohills does French food, and they do it really, really, REALLY well. I'm honestly having trouble understanding the bad reviews. I came with a large group for a work dinner, and they seated us in the back room with a beautiful view of the creek. The service was attentive (especially considering how many of us there were), friendly, and polite. One of the owners even came around, introduced herself, and made conversation with us. My steak and broccolini was absolutely perfect, as was the salad and dessert assortment that made up the other courses. They even offered a vegan option as well as allergy-friendly choices for those in our group with alternative dietary preferences and/or dietary restrictions. Basically, I can't say enough good about this restaurant and I highly recommend it if you are looking for an elegant and exquisite dining experience. read more

After having had an amazing lunch here, I expected dinner to be amazing. It wasn't. Some of it was okay, but just barely, some of it was okay, and some of it was good. The only thing that was amazing was a dessert that was a special. I'm sorry to say it, but I now wouldn't go back. It wasn't bad; it just wasn't up to the competition for that many dining dollars. And, they desperately need to sharpen their steak knives. read more

What a wonderful evening we had at Coohills last night. Chef Tom Coohill and his wife Diane couldn't have been more gracious hosts, frequently stopping by our table to share the background (and sometimes, the history) of each dish. Our waiter (and house sommelier) Jeremy, was super knowledgeable on the wine list and helped us choose a fantastic (and fairly priced) red burgundy that paired perfectly with our 5 course tasting menu. The chef running the kitchen, Luke, even came by our table a few times to explain the dishes that he and his team created. The highlights of the evening included a super-fresh Burrata direct from Italy and a re-creation of the classic Marjolaine chocolate dessert originally developed by the classic French chef, Fernand Point, back in the 1950's. Overall, it was a wonderful evening from a talented and friendly team of people who create and serve some of the best food in Denver, if not the whole country. Thanks Tom, Diane, Jeremy and Luke for a great evening. read more

The girls and I came here before the Pink concert last night. A couple of the girls had been here before, so I figured it would be really good. They had a limited menu, the portions were small, and the cost was high. All though the location is great, I probably won't return. read more

My first impression of Coohills was a great one. I was attending a work event in the private room. The service was impeccable and all courses were more than enjoyable. Prior to dinner we had various cheeses and bread with a hint of orange juice (just try it), also their amazing salted butter. I am not usually a bread person, but this was impossible to pass up. Yum! My steak was good, though not cooked to order because I was in a large group which preordered. Someone else at my table had the sea bass and raved about it. For dessert I had both a fruit filled tart and a chocolate cake bite. Both were fantastic. I can't wait to go back and try this spot as a date experience. Coohills is only a block from Larimer Square, so there is plenty to do in walking distance. The garage was $20 for a few hours, so if you park there.... Get your money's worth. They may validate... I didn't ask. There is also a stream and bridge outside the front doors and it is a beautiful atmosphere to walk around in before or after dinner. I look forward to visit #2. read more

Coohills Restaurant - Bite Missing - I couldn't wait! Tart and chocolate amazingness! - French Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I am such a fan and every time I have visited the food is perfect and delicious. The Crab Cake is giant and so luscious and the best in town. Flat bread pizzas never disappoint and change with seasons. The Chicken Pate is so utterly perfect in its frenchy preparation - and a big serving to be shared. Chocolate Mousse and decadent desserts that change - so good. Solid wine list that offers something for all, good beer list and and a small list of crafted cocktails. The private event space is super flexible with a gorgeous view of sunsets over the bridge. And the dining room offers one atmosphere while the bar and patio offer others. Park here, eat and drink and walk to events at the Pepsi Center!! read more

Coohills Restaurant - Crab Cake - French Near Me - Denver, Colorado

What a terrible sad disappointment for Mother's Day (not to mention the $250 for three people to "eat" here). Every.single.detail was a mess. The line for the buffet was 20 minutes long. The food was cold (not room temp or cooled off but actually chilled). The "sous'vide" eggs were a dangerously raw debacle and the ham was fatty, undercooked with raw marrow in the middle. I don't need to tell you what can happen with raw eggs or undercooked pork. Someone is going to get REALLY sick here--I opted not to eat so it won't be me. Oh and as to the other details, there was no salt & pepper, they were out of coffee cream, and while we waited in line, someone bussed a dirty table ONTO ours (vile used napkins and all)--super service. The reviews are true folks--steer clear. read more

I went there for Valentine's Day which is my anniversary as well! There were tons of empty tables, it took them 10 minutes to clean off a table, didn't acknowledge or say happy anniversary. Didn't say sorry for the wait, seaMed like everyone was rushed. Had one menu with 5 items, I don't eat dairy or red meat and that was our only choices and it cost over $200 what a rip off!!! Also the desert was like a burnt old piece of dough completely worst food for the cost also the server kept complaining that she was tired and couldn't wait to be off work so you can only imagine the service was fast and girl acted like she wanted us to leave so she could go home never rushed more and never had a more expensive horrible dinner!! Do not eat here! read more

I am in Denver for work for a month or so and my boss called me one day to tell me try this place out, his very close friends own it...how do you turn down your boss? So another transplant co-worker and I went, I texted the owner ( per my boss) to make a reservation. She was very responsive. The restaurant itself is phenominal to walk into...great setting and a great place to meet up with friends. They hand you an iPad that has the wine menu, how chic is that? We were seated by the window next to the river so we had a great view. The menu is kind of small but it offers great flavor and unusual mixes. One of the owners is a Chef so they know what they are doing. My co worker and I both liked our meal, he had soup to start and I had salad and it was very flavorful. He then ordered the lamb and I had scallops with butternut squash puree. My scallops were great, I think my co worker expected a larger portion though. Do not go on a an empty stomach! The female owner does a wonderful PR job, she checks on all the tables and makes sure everything is operating smoothly. Their son also works there, I think restaurants that have the owners family working make great places to eat ( coming from an ex- restaurant owner). It looks like they have a room made for larger parties as well, so if you have some sort of meeting planned... read more

We were here for a party, so I wasn't able to order directly from the menu, as my friend had already preordered dishes. However, from the dishes that I had, they were phenomenal. We had the cheese and meats platter, which paired nicely with a glass of wine. Bite sized hamburgers, which was cooked perfectly and was nice and juicy. And pizza. I don't remember the pizza too much, because we had a party of about 50.. so I wasn't able to try a bite. My absolute favorite was their crab cakes! Yum! Oh and the chicken pot pie bites! Drinks are a little pricey here, but that's expected from a place like this. I love the decor. We had reserved part of the bar area and it was nice that they had a lounge like seating area. There's also a balcony, however it was too cold to sit outside. Will definitely be back to try out their menu. read more

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We had a really nice, quiet, Thursday dinner here. There was a party in the main room so we sat in the bar area, which was fine with us. The staff was friendly and attentive. The GM Aaron was there and made sure we were well taken care of and showed us some great wine pairings. Speaking of, loved the wine selection - had a great dry riesling. Foie with spicy chocolate sauce? Better than it sounds (or maybe that does sound good?). The scallops were also done well but there wasn't quite enough on the plate. The real star of the night was the duck breast. Moist and the sauce was killer... so good the bowl didn't have a drop in it by the time we were done. Fat kid style. We'll be back... read more

Coohills Restaurant - Wonderful duck breast with harit covert - French Near Me - Denver, Colorado

One of Denver's best. Hidden gem. Great food. Awesome service. Very welcoming atmosphere. Had a great meal here before a Nuggets' game. Nothing better. read more

I really loved their cheese plate and the frites. The 18 month aged Italian cheese was heavenly. The vibe was chill and our service was great, despite the place being packed before the Counting Crows show. The happy hour was great too. read more

We decided to try Coohills for a date night and weren't disappointed in the slightest. We arrived half an hour earlier than our reservation but they were able to accommodate us. Our server Luke was attentive and checked on us often. The salmon dip appetizer was great and you could see the flakes of fish rather than the entire dip being a pinkish salmon flavored goop. For the entrees we had the wagyu sirloin and the American bouillabaisse. First off, the wagyu was fantastic. It was as tender as could be and brought a tear to my eye with every bite. It was served on a bed of their potatoes, had a side of asparagus, and some sort of magical sauce drizzled along the outside of the plate. Next up, the American bouillabaisse. It was chock full of seafood and included a bit of lobster, a couple scallops, clams, mussel, and some fish with a side of crunchy bread for dipping. The broth was super flavorful without being overly heavy or tasting too much of seafood. The scallops were big and buttery and the lobster was firm without being rubbery. Can't recommend either dish enough, both were wonderful. Lastly, while we were both quite full we opted to split an order of the bread pudding. I'd say, no matter how full you may be, just order the bread pudding and scarf it down, you won't be disappointed. Overall our experience at Coohills was fantastic and we can't wait to come back. read more

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We were lucky to get a table. The crab cakes, whiskey mule and steak was incredible. They make their own ginger soda for the mule. Skyler the manager took care of us all night. We met chef Tom and ms. Diane was fantastic . Food was fantastic. Bread pudding was to die for. Food came out hot and timely. They have an amazing mustard and other house made sauce you have to try. We got a table by a fire centerpiece which was super warm. I would come here you again. read more

Coohills Restaurant - a plate of food on a table - French Near Me - Denver, Colorado

During Covid, everything is different. This restaurant was recommended to me by the concierge at the Ritz Carlton. We are from the Bay Area, San Jose, we were blown away at the food, the service, and the ambiance. First, Diane, the owner, greeted us at the hostess stand . Skyler, the manager, seated us , and served us. I would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting or living in Denver. The wine list was amazing, Skylers knowledge of the wine, where it was from, and how it worked with the food was impressive. Everything made here, including the whiskey mule, is made fresh everyday. We were bummed out to find the Chicken Liver Pate was sold out last night. However, we realized that it takes 3 days to prepare, so we're coming back! Enjoy this place. read more

I can't say enough good things about my experience at Coohills. My date and I were greeted by the co-owner who was ingratiating and welcoming. My salad was from fresh locally-sourced ingredients, with big, bright fresh flavors. The bread was homemade, warm, and delicious. My entree was exceptional. I had a fantastic Cotes du Rhone. I will definitely be going back often. read more

The atmosphere was great and the staff was extremely kind and helpful. We had a cheese plate that was flat out incredible. My only knock is that the atmosphere didn't match the price tag. The menu is very high dollar, which is fine for a romantic date with my girl. However the vibe is high end beer and spirit garden. read more

Our food this evening was fantastic. Crab cakes are a must! Owners Tom and Diane clearly love what they do and it shows.

Absolutely awful. We were seated in the bar area and got up to greet our friends and were screamed at that everyone needed to "find a seat". The staff here was rude and on a power trip. Also, the food is not good. Skip it read more

I booked a party of 15 with Devin Andersen at Coohills. It was an absolute pleasure working with Devin. She was quick to respond and made excellent recommendations. The night of our event I had to push our reservation 1 hour later due to some of our group being delayed at the airport. No one from Coohills told me this, but we found out on our way that we were keeping these people late(from Google). You would have never known. The staff was gracious and efficient. The food was excellent and the ambience was perfect for an enjoyable dinner among friends. I would definitely recommend:) read more