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El Five, Denver, CO

El Five

4.6
4.6
4369 Reviews
$50 and over
Mediterranean
2930 Umatilla St, Suite 500, Denver, CO 80211-3833

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 99 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Nestled high above LoHi on the fifth floor of 2930 Umatilla, El Five boasts spectacular, unobstructed views of the downtown Denver skyline. The menu is an homage to the Mediterranean and features small plates built on bold flavors found throughout the region: Spain, North Africa, the Middle East.

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

Dining areas

Additional information

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

Experiences

  • Chef's Counter Dinner

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

    $65.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    El Five presents a pop-up Mother's Day Brunch on Sun May 11th at 10a 💕 Join us in celebrating all the fierce & fabulous moms 5 floors up above the Denver skyline, with live grooves, global beats & rhythms curated by local DJ Yucasoul. Indulge in a 3-Course Prix Fixe Brunch Menu ($65), including: Pastry Basket, Pintxos Trio, Choice of Entrée & a Brunch Beverage. Full wine, beverage list & a la carte kids menu (16 and under) will also be available. Prix-Fixe Menu is priced per person, tax & gratuity not included. Please be aware that City-Side views/seating are limited. Reservations highly encouraged, book your spot now. Xoxo
    El Five Presents: Mother's Day Brunch Photo

What 4,369 people are saying

El Five reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver / Colorado

    Mediterranean

  • Denver

    Great for scenic views

  • Denver

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Five offers a "killer view" and a vibrant atmosphere, making it a standout spot for special occasions. Guests commend the "amazing food" and "fantastic service," particularly enjoying the seafood paella and tapas. Despite some service delays, the restaurant's unique ambiance and rooftop vistas create a memorable dining experience.

4,369 Reviews
  1. Kat

    Fayetteville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My gf and I had an amazing experience here last night! The staff were excellent and friendly, food was delicious, and the ambiance/view was beautiful. Cameron was our server and he had great food/drink suggestions and kept great conversation with us. We’ll be back and will be asking for his service again!!

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  2. natale VIP

    Denver6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great views and great food! Service was excellent!

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  3. Erin

    New Mexico1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was incredibly informative about all of the dishes and cocktails, and helped us select the perfect mix for our experience. The food runners were kind and offered a gift from the kitchen, which was the best duck I've ever had. The total was cheaper than I expected, and we plan on coming back. Would 100% bring my mother here, she would love it!

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  4. Vineta VIP

    Denver16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great place to admire downtown views, changing light, perfect for guests of the city. And tasty tapas, paella was amazing. Thank you!

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  5. Harrison VIP

    Denver45 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat at the chefs counter which had a great view. The food was overall really good! Our issue was that the waitress told us all about sitting at the chefs counter and how we would get this great experience and have tastes from the chefs as they make things. None of this happened. We were mostly ignored and didn’t receive any “bites” as she called it. The couple next to us complained as well and received some cheese which at that time we were already finished and didn’t complain as well. It just ended up being uncomfortable

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  6. sloane VIP

    Denver9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've been to ElFive multiple times. It's my favorite restaurant in Denver... it has EVERYTHING! The views are incredible (go when it will be dark if possible to see the lights). The service is great, the food is INCREDIBLE. Great vibe as well. One thing I would say is that we went for chefs kitchen counter service this time. I think it's better to just get a table with a view (however at the counter you are up high enough to see the view). Just not much interaction with the chefs, so we didn't really learn anything about their amazing cuisine.

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  7. Nicci VIP

    Denver25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was short of matching high end prices. Our main server was not well versed in Spanish tapas in general (although she knows this menu well, she needs to bone up on general knowledge). She also disappeared for long stretches of time. The 2 chefs at the counter were outstanding, however.

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  8. Matt VIP

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great expereince, The sea bass was incredibly balanced and flavorful.

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  9. Leslie

    Denver1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The menu has really lost is flair, and the ambience can only take it so far. Needs an upgrade.

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  10. Stephanie VIP

    Denver5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    This place is seriously overrated and overpriced. The food was fine, but not special. The service was S L O W. The view is what it really has going for it. There are much better options for dining at that price point that offer much more memorable meals. I won't be coming back.

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FAQs

El Five offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 524-9193.

El Five is rated 4.6 stars by 4369 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 99 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for El Five

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

Dining areas

Additional information

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