My husband and I went to a Denver Market to support friends and after a morning of shopping we were hungry. We headed to Acova because our son said that it was good and we were not disappointed! First, we were greeted by friendly staff and seated outside as we requested immediately (yes, outside in December!). To be able to eat outside made me want to try a new cocktail, so I tried the Uncle Val's which is a gin drink made with Leopold Brothers (one of our favorites) cherry liqueur, fresh lemon juice, tonic and served over ice with a sprig of Rosemary - perfect on a sunny day! We ordered an appetizer and a sandwich to share: the appetizer could be my meal next time as it was filling without being heavy and delicious: Potato and Cheese Pierogis which are sitting in a delightful sauce with onion, mushroom, pepper and pure yumminess! The Havana Panini was delicious as well made with braised pork and turkey, pepperjack with a pickle and dijonaise that doesn't take over the sandwich. We will definitely be back! read more

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What a cute spot nestled in the Highlands area! Super friendly and attentive staff and delicious food. Popped in for lunch yesterday with a few coworkers and it was such a pleasurable experience. Our server was very sweet and made great recommendations for us. We all thoroughly enjoyed our lunches- clean plate club!! Acova offers lots of gluten free and vegan options allowing for any dietary needs to be met. We did sit inside instead of the midday blistering sun, but the misters outside looked heavenly. Truly enjoyed and will be coming back to try the rest of the menu! read more

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We had family visiting during restaurant week and this was our pick. It was a hit for everyone from apps to dessert! It was a packed house but we had a reservation and were able to sit immediately. Our server was awesome all evening and really helped to make the experience enjoyable. A few people opted to do the restaurant week deal and what a feast it was! The apps were great but the pretzel bites with queso was the fav. Mains were to everyone's liking and the vegetarian options provided were appreciated. Dessert was perfect and my favorite was the berry crumble served with ice cream in a cast iron skillet. Every dish was flawless, the restaurant week deal was awesome and service was top notch. Acova is a great place for any occasion and their patio is one of the best in Denver... and it's almost wine slush season. read more

Acova - Apps for restaurant week. - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Stars are on food and menu options alone. The menu is so versatile. Came around 1:30p for lunch and they gave us brunch and lunch menu. I couldn't decide what to order. I can never say no to a Turkey Brie sandwich so I got the Panini it was great. I wish it had a little chutney to give a sweet tang to the warm turkey and cheese. My guest for the Chicken Sandwich which was massive. The chicken was a touch dry but it was still a good sandwich. We also got the grilled Caesar with runny yolk. Yum this salad was amazing. I need a sunny side up with all salads now. Definitely want to come back and try brunch. My only downside is service left much to be desired. We said we were splitting the salad got no side plates with it, had no silverware on table had to ask for that. Waiter never checked if my mom needed another mimosa or refilled my tea. It wasn't overly busy in our area so not sure if he was serving multiple areas read more

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I feel bad giving this place 3 stars, because the ambiance was decent and the service was wonderful. The food was really just not doing it for me at all. I came here for happy hour with my friend and we both ordered a glass of wine. The wine was fine, and the server went above and beyond to bring us generous tasters of each wine we were curious about. We ordered several apps to share: the ahi tostada, pretzel bites with garlic cheese, pupusa, and mussels in white wine broth. The pupusa was the only dish I didn't have complaints about, although nothing to write home about. The pretzel was stale and the cheese wasn't garlicky at all. The ahi was chopped up into the smallest bits of tuna I've ever seen, and quite cooked and shriveled up for something that is supposed to be mostly raw. Lastly, the mussels were just not fresh at all. I tried a few to make sure my first tries weren't flukes. I do want to make a note that we kindly alerted the server of our experience with the mussels, and without hesitation he removed it from our bill, so that was something we greatly appreciated. I'm not sure if they were having an off-day, but I was surprised that a place like this is rated 4.5 stars. read more

Pretty good. Layout and atmosphere is modern and chill. Decent service. Food was good, but not amazing. Would eat here again. Note that the menu is very friendly to those with dietary restrictions, including vegetarian and gluten free options. read more

Acova - Tostada - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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We came here during the Denver dining week and had an amazing experience, from food to service. Our server was excellent and had phenomenal recommendations for food and drinks. It definitely is one the best service I've gotten anywhere! The Avon's wings and mussels to start were great shareable appetizers, as it is fairly large portion sizes for appetizers. I love the crispness of the flash fried wings along with the house Buffalo sauce. The mussels were excellent with the sauce it came with. Definitely ask for more crostinis to dip in the sauce! I really enjoyed the pan seared scallops with the creamy garlic sauce! It was very flavorful and the scallops are perfectly cooked. I also asked for extra bread to dip in the creamy garlic sauce. Save room for dessert! The apple donuts were super delicious. It seems to get busy here during dinner time, so make sure to get a reservation or come early. There is not an actual parking lot; it is all street parking. read more

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Impressed! Excellent food and great atmosphere! We will be back! Dad had breakfast chick, I had the brekkie burrito and the husband had the Bennie, very good all around! read more

Service was slow but kind. Got the classic breakfast and the beet salad. Both were adequate. The patio was nice, and we liked the ambiance. I'd like to go again and try something different. My gluten-free vegetarian friend really appreciated the wide variety of items she could eat. read more

Acova was wonderful! Everybody was so friendly and kind, and the ambiance was perfect! I loved all of the plant decor. The food was incredible and SO gluten free friendly! We just got appetizers and dessert. The crab cakes were great and GF! The Diablo eggs were spicy as hell but delicious. The apple donuts (GF) had apple inside them, it was amazing, I haven't had a donut in years! I also got the smokin hot mezcal margarita, it was the perfect combo of smoke to spice. Our waiter, Davis, was awesome! Super helpful and made our dessert decision for us when we couldn't decide! The manager was so delightful too! I will 1000% be back here soon to try more things on the menu! read more

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Very cute ambiance, perfect for a date or any kind of fun gathering. Relaxing vibe, American classic rock & hip-hop hits playing in the background. Live plants hanging on the walls. Indoor and outdoor patio seating. We enjoyed our time. Outstanding service--really, the highlight of our experience. The manager greets you, seats you, and checks in on you, making jokes and setting the tone. Your wishes will be accommodated and looked after. $12 brussels sprout & kale salad was light and refreshing. Very sweet--almost like dessert, thanks to dried cranberries, granola, apples, and honey dressing. Not filling, so be prepared. $17 tuscan pasta was a let-down. Very lackluster, bland and watery. Small portion. Skip. $15 prime rib sandwich with au jus was meh. The au jus was forgettable, the whole sandwich was bland, the proportion of bread to meat was skewed. The sweet potato fries were completely bland--even salting them didn't help. $6 flourless chocolate torte [served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream] was rich and sweet. Very rich and sweet, so the portion is great for sharing. $7 bread budding was pretty good--[served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream]. The juxtaposition of hot pudding and cold ice cream was heavenly. The caramel drizzle was very sweet--prepare to enter sugar crash land after ingesting this warm, gooey pudding that is very soft and chewy. The portion was bigger than what it seems like on the photo, so this can be shared after a filling meal. read more

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The staff at Acova is amazing! They were so hospitable and accommodating. There isn't a ton of seating so you may find yourself waiting if you arrive at popular times. The bar is full service which is a nice option to have. Food was delicious & drinks were tasty as well! read more

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We had breakfast at Acova over the weekend and had a lovely brunch. Acova offers an extensive line-up of gluten free & vegan options that we readily took advantage of - a healthier 2023 is off to a great start. Upon entering Acova, we were greeted by three ostriches, exposed brick, & lush hanging planters - Acova means 'nest' in Italian. The space was attractively youthful with great vibes and a lovely staff. General Manager, Michael and server, Megan took great care of us. For cocktails we had the Espresso-lico and the It's Berry Hot per Megan's recommendations. The Espresso-licos were made with jones house vodka, Kahlua, Frangelico, espresso, simple syrup, and nutmeg garnish. The Espresso-licos were fabulous. They had a smooth, velvety mouth-feel from the Kahlua & the perfect microfroam froth from shaking. The It's Berry Hot was made with tanteo jalapeño tequila, Leopold bros. blackberry liqueur, fresh lime juice, agave, on the rocks, and a tajin rim. This was a solid blackberry margarita - the tanteo jalapeño tequila had a nice spice that was balanced by the sweet tartness of the blackberry liqueur. For Appetizers we had the Diablo Eggs made with whipped eggs, house hot sauce, fresh herbs, and prosciutto crumbs (Gluten Free). The eggs were so good - a must order. Each egg half had a creamy whipped filling of fresh deviled yolk mixture with a pinch of spice from the hot sauce. The flavorful prosciutto crumbs that topped the eggs added a nice crispness in texture variation to each bite. For Brunch we had the Italian Benedict, Sourdough French Toast and the Brunch Chick. The Italian Benedict was made with two eggs, prosciutto, greens, basil, sun-dried tomato hollandaise, balsamic, polenta cakes, potatoes and per Megan's recommendation we added crab cakes (Gluten Free & a Vegan Option available). Now this is how a benedict is done - luscious & stacked. Rich thick hollandaise sauce generously coated the poached eggs, which gave way to crispy prosciutto & sweet crab meat. The Sourdough French Toast was made with bourbon banana syrup, mascarpone, and strawberries (Gluten Free option available). The French Toast was heavenly - the golden brown slices of sourdough were layered with a sweet, creamy mascarpone and drizzled with the mellow bourbon banana syrup. The Brunch Chick was made with buttermilk-battered fried chicken, two eggs, sausage gravy, honey cayenne sauce, biscuit, and potatoes (Gluten Free). The large piece of buttermilk-battered fried chicken was tender and flavorful. I really liked the biscuit and got a side of lavender honey butter to go with it. read more

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Atmosphere and service was great. But the food was very average like cafeteria food made to look pretty. Our dishes tasted cheap and boring. The nachos were terrible. The short ribs had no flavor and the risotto under the short ribs were gag worthy. We did not order a cocktail but our lemonade tasted like it was from Costco lemonade. Wish it was better! read more

Wow the decor here is really something else -- classy and chic, yet airy and fun! The patio is such a nice outdoor space nestled in LoHi, complete with string lights and cover from the sun. A friend and I came here for happy hour (3-6 PM). During happy hour, wine (including the misty!) is $2 off, and all appetizers are $3 off. We each got a misty and split the nachos and potato and cheese pierogis. I somewhat expected the misty to be sweet and overpowering, but actually enjoyed it -- it just tastes like ice and wine, without any other flavors complicating things. The nachos and pierogis were both tasty, but the pierogis seemed more unique (loved that bacon addition!). Our server was filled with energy and happiness, which was infectious throughout the meal. The total bill came to $27 for 2 drinks and 2 appetizers, which was really reasonable for such a nice afternoon of yummy bites on a beautiful patio. We will be back to check out brunch! read more

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Service: * The server was the sweetest! So kind, attentive, knowledgeable Ambiance: * Super cute area. Must get a reservation. Fills up quickly! I overheard them turn a bunch of people away because they had so many reservations coming. Food: * Good happy hour prices food/drink * Good wine for the price * Honestly everything we got food wise though was mediocre or below * I did really enjoy the pretzels/cheese but I did not get any "roasted garlic" from them and they were pretty typical overall * The mussels were super fishy/not fresh -- we mentioned it and they said they get "new" fish every four days eluding to it was the end of the "time" they get the fish. It was pretty bad * Pupusa was good but nothing that exciting * Ahi tuna tostada was seared tuna. Prefer raw myself. Also over seared/cooked in my opinion * Overall pretty underwhelmed by the food -- wouldn't go again read more

Food is great. The Honey Chicken is sooo good! The mashed potatoes have country sausage gravy on them and is delicious. Even the vegetables with it have a very special seasoning. We also had the Lobster Mac and Cheese - creamy deliciousness with plenty of lobster bits in it. They serve a lot of comfort foods basically, but there are healthy options as well. Nice atmosphere, nothing fancy. I would give it 5 stars, but I wasn't impressed with our server, who seemed a little stiff and "forced friendly". She served us adequately, but could have put on a bit more charm. She didn't make me feel very welcome to be honest. Maybe she's new, but management might consider training their wait staff in how to make the customer feel welcome. That being said, we gave her a good tip, because we recieved everything we needed. Overall, I recommend this place. read more

Acova - Honey Chicken, mashed potatoes with sausage gravy, and vegetable - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Fantastic place! Overwhelming amount of gluten free options! Celiac friendly! Drinks bomb ass! And the food OMG! I absolutely love this place. And the staff is simply amazing. Great place for date night or group fun the vibe is for everyone! Oh shoutout to Bryn she was absolutely fabulous! Made my birthday trip even better. read more

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What a great spot! Ambiance, service and food were 5 stars. We fell in love with this place. We are planning to come back on our way out of Colorado we enjoyed it that much! Their espresso lico cocktail is delicious. Their chili, salad and steak wrap were all hits. Just go and enjoy your meal!!!! read more

Good things first: very friendly service. That said: drink orders came late (the printer was broken?), artichoke fritters were crispy but mayo dip was blah. Long wait for main dishes. The Caesar salad was the weirdest Caesar I've ever had- a tomato based dressing in a spring mix - just odd. Salmon was fine if a bit undercooked. Dry flourless chocolate cake. Cheese cake was nice. Place is homey and welcoming but the food service needs tightening to match the rest of the vibe. read more

I loved everything about my Sunday brunch at Acova, which means "nest" in Italian. Definitely make a reservation online if you don't plan on coming when it opens. If you come early though without a reservation, you will most likely be seated at the bar - which was totally fine with me. The fried plantains plate was truly unique. The plate was not visually impressive but the flavors rocked when they were all combined into breakfast tacos. The fried chicken with biscuit was tasty but the gravy was moderate. The drip coffee also hit the spot - very bold. Don't think twice, definitely add this spot to your list! read more

What a find! I'm a realtor and suggested to my buyer who lives one block over to walk to a restaurant from his home.....well, the server was fantastic, the appetizer-Artichoke Heart Fritter was more than delicious and my entree of French Dip sandwich was the best I've ever had. The decor is beautiful and seems to just be a friendly neighborhood bar/restaurant. I'd say you probably should make reservations. We walked, but parking is available because it's not right in the middle of Highlands. Check it out for sure. read more

I went today with a few coworkers for lunch and we had a great time and the food was delicious. Customer service was wonderful. Thank you

Overall vibe of the location is pretty cool. The outdoor patio was super cute and very decent size. Everyone was super kind, pretty quick on food/drinks and got checked on a solid amount. We both go bloodies and it had a solid kick to it. It wasn't the greatest bloody in the world but not bad in any sense. We got the prime rib breakfast hash and Italian Benedict. I thought the prime rib had some nice crisp to it and the roll was so yummy. Prime rib was a bit salty for my liking but nothing too over the top. Overall, I would love to come back again and try out their dinner. Brunch was pretty good with solid prices! read more

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Acova is the best Gluten - Free restaurant in Denver hands down.We are from Tucson and every time we are in Denver we make it a point to come here .It is 5 star ( plus). The service staff is great. Ethan was our server and he was great. We got a chance to met the owner and he was extremely courteous and kind. The fish and chips, the expresso martini and the donuts are to die for. Thanks so much !!!! read more

Good location. Great ambience. Interesting menu selections. But the best part was Meghan our waitress. She was spot on attentive, just right. Clearly a professional. For the month of January where many people don't drink alcohol. Plan better, and have your nonalcoholic beverages on hand and don't run out! It's the only critique I have. read more

Wanted to thank John for reaching out and trying to rectify our experience. Your professionalism and accountability are very much appreciated. If you do come to Acova I'm sure you will enjoy food. We hope you have a good experience as we feel ours was a rare occurrence in any establishment and John took full responsibility. read more

Finally tried Acova and was not disappointed. First off, it is super cute inside and sets such a nice vibe. We also arrived a little early for our reservation and we're able to be seated right away which was really nice. We started with a round of drinks and I got the Smokin Hot which was delicious!!! The guys did the beer and a shot deal (love it) and said the Acova beer was yummy. The apps were the stars of the show in my opinion. We got the artichoke fritters which were sooooo good and not overall fried. They also came with a really yummy Dijon dipping sauce. The table also got the calamari which came in the most insanely delicious sauce I could have eaten it with a spoon! (Pro tip: dip the artichoke in the sauce!!! Yummmmmm) Finally for dinner I got the Brussels salad with salmon. It was tasty but not the best salad I've ever had. We also shared both sweet potato and regular fries with the table and they were both SO GOOD (my favorite part of a meal always and these did not disappoint!) We will definitely be back to try some more! read more

Nice staff !!! Enjoyable pleasant atmosphere !|Food is good and on par with the prices! Drinks are great value too and really delicious. The portions of food are perfect!! I can't say enough nice comments . It's how dinning" used " to be in Denver read more

Delicious food and excellent service! We came for a quick lunch and sat at the bar and had a great time. The staff were extremely knowledgeable and conscious of food allergies and safety, and they had so many gluten free options to choose from. The ambiance was nice with plenty of options to sit inside, at the bar, or outdoors. read more

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Went directly here after landing at the airport, looking for vegan breakfast option, as well as the usual breakfast flair for regular eaters. We were all happy and satisfied with the menu choices, the actual flavor of the food we all had, the ambiance, and the thoughtful guy bartender that helped us decide what we should eat along with his jolly attitude and relatable stories. Definitely sit at the bar if there's a guy behind there Heard about the speakeasy and underground connection to another old restaurant somewhere up the way used during prohibition; it provided for a lovely stroll after our meal thinking of the historical nature of the neighborhood and you could tell it's reestablishing itself. read more

Definitely make a reservation, otherwise it's bar seating only. It ended up being about a 30 min wait for us on a Friday which isn't bad. Cute ambience, we got drinks which were good. App: fritters were good. Salad noodle was pretty similar to the one at the hornet which I suppose there's only so many ways to make that haha so no complains. I do think the one at hornet is cheaper. The honey chicken with potatoes and vegetables was also good for the price we paid. ~$100 including everything, cute classic date night or group hang spot! read more

Acova - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Went to Acova for a date night and it did not disappoint! The ambience can be both casual for a hangout but also romantic as a date spot. We ordered the quinoa + arugula salad with the Elote as appetizers. The Elote was incredible and the Tajin was an awesome touch to the flavor. For entrees, we ordered the Honey Stung Fried Chicken and Veg Stuffed Poblano Pepper. The chicken was great! The sweetness of the honey drizzle was paired well with the savoriness of the whipped potatoes and sausage gravy. The tomatillo beer cheese sauce on the poblano pepper was delicious. The meals were simple, solid, and the perfect amount! read more

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Loved the atmosphere!! Everyone was soooo sweet and the vibe was amazing. All drinks were spot on ! And Nathan was the best bartender ever read more

Acova - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

What an allergy friendly place with gluten free options and vegetarian options for days. Their labeling is very clear and helpful for those with allergies. This is truly a place you can take anyone, and they have a great happy hour. Their food is very American, but they have lots of twists and influences in their dishes. I absolutely loved the deviled eggs, beer cheese dip, and the papusa! read more

Happy hour is hoppin' at Acova. They have a great selection of light eats like a tuna tostada, street tacos, and subtly spicy and delicious deviled eggs on their happy hour menu. An absolute must-try is the wine slush! I opted to swirl the red and white. It's fruity and perfect on a hot day. They have patio that wraps around the front of the building as well as a large indoor dining room. Love this place!! read more

Acova - Huuuuuuge wine slushy - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

The perfect lunch spot! All the vibes of an upscale dining experience in a happening neighborhood with comfort and price point of a casual lunch. I got the turkey brie panini and it was delicious! Super flavorful and filling, and the bread was perfectly toasted. Bonus points for their wide variety of salad dressings, the blood orange was devine! Only reason Acova isn't five stars for me is because they only accept horizontal IDs. To me this just wasn't cool, especially in a city where so many young people are moving to, many (including me) people haven't had the chance to switch theirs yet. The drinks look great, I hope the try them another day! read more

Acova - Side Salad - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Good spot for brunch. Disclaimer, I have never been outside of the brunch! This place is good enough to have my wife and I coming back multiple times when we are looking for a good brunch. They have a varied enough brunch menu that I believe I have tried something new each time I have gone without disappointment. After a few times, I seem to settle on the bread pudding french toast if I want something sweet, and the breakfast burrito if I want something savory. The mimosas are made with good ingredients and proportions and are reasonably priced! read more

Acova - Bar and patio area - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We came to celebrate a new Doctor in the family! The entire experience at Acova was wonderful. Lucinda, our server, really made it feel like a special occasion even though we could see that she was super busy. As for the meal, we ordered a lot. Appetizers included crab cakes, deviled eggs and their special calamari. The crab cakes were real lump crab with no fillers and the eggs creamy and tasty. The calamari was stew like with some sliced and toasted bread. For appetizers, I would have preferred fried with a dipping sauce. We were torn on the ahi tostado and didn't order it, but it was brought out complementary! The main event was the Lobster Mac, Beef short ribs, quinoa salad and a kale salad. All was delicious. The Lobster Mac deserved special mention. Creamy, rich and smooth, the whole family loved it - even though we normally don't do a lot of Mac and cheese. But then there was dessert! Bread pudding and an affogato. These were an excellent way to top things off. The affogato was the table favorite. The food was very good, and the service and atmosphere completed the whole package. Sometimes you leave a place happy. Acova and Lucinda did it for us on this special occasion. Thank you. read more

Acova - Beef short rib - tender and tasty. - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Prosciutto-wrapped Broccolini Note: they do not have the kid zone that has been advertised online. This place is adorable. Great service and they have decent drinks! Really into whiskey sours and they do have the egg white. The mojito is good too. Kids menu has fancy Mac and cheese and spaghetti, etc read more