Great restaurant but disappointing visit today, out of quinoa bowl and salmon bowl. Again posting my push to bring back the Buddha Bowl!! read more

I'm so happy to say Root Down has returned to 5 star status for me. They snuck me into the cramped corner of the bar seating and then took great care of me. The drinks are the best I've had at DIA, and the brussel sprouts were great! I appreciated that they let me sit for so long and then when my friends eventually landed they easily transitioned me to the lounge area so we could all grab a drink. So glad this place has bounced back!! My concourse C respite! read more

Root Down DIA - Peep show - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Always good eats at ROOT! Down! Amazing service from the staff and food packed with flavor. If you have a decent wait or layover while at the airport you should definitely stop by and grab a bite. The breakfast burrito and the travelers burger are 10/10 Green chili cornbread 8/10 read more

Root Down DIA - Green chili cornbread - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

This is a must stop when coming to DIA! Consistent, tasty, and fast! The service is great and the ambiance is hip yet casual. Brought my son to try the famous veggie burger and he was not disappointed! read more

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Back to the friendly & prompt service I expect from Root Down. When I hear "4-hour flight delay", I think "Time for a cocktail at Root Down!!" Caveat: ALWAYS keep your phone out for updates to departure times!! That said, we enjoyed a beer (my husband) and a Don Draper cocktail (me) and split the Turkey Club. Our server (Dre?) was a delight. So sweet and friendly. The Don Draper proved to be a suitable Old Fashioned to sip while we waited. Happily/Sadly, our 4-hour delay turned into a "boarding NOW!" situation, so I had to down my 2nd cocktail. Alas, my paper airplane cocktail was delicious and had me ready to fly :-) (even if I had to drink it in three gulps!) Root Down can almost always be counted on for great cocktails, terrific food, and quick, friendly service. Lucky DIA trawlers! If you get seated concourse side, you can people watch. If you get seated window side, enjoy the airplane ambiance. Root Down is our trusted go-to in Concourse C. read more

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Another really fantastic meal at Eoot Down! Very friendly and helpful service, nice ambiance for a busy airport - I sat in a singles table which comes with a view of the tarmac and i individual power, as well as a place to conveniently stow luggage. But the food - so delicious!! I enjoyed the Colorado Lamb sliders which were phenomenal - a great mint flavour, sweet potato fries and they came with a curry yogurt sauce which is spot on. My new favourite at DIA! read more

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Thai/carrot soup and beet salad with salmon on the side is perfect combo for lunch at the airport. Nice friendly service read more

Root Down DIA - Beet salad with salmon - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Superior airport eatery! Good drinks and an eclectic menu. Service was good! We saw people sit down, read the menu, and leave. Not for everyone. But if you want to try something fresh that's different from every other airport restaurant you have tried, this is the place! read more

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Food was excellent. Some of the best breakfast potatoes I've ever had. Salsa on burrito was delicious too. Very friendly service for an airport restaurant. Would eat here again when flying out of DIA. read more

Root Down DIA - Breakfast burrito with plant based chorizo - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Yum! For airport food, this was one of the better spots we've tried. We stopped in just before lunchtime, which worked out perfectly since we were able to order from the breakfast/brunch menu. We got the Denver breakfast sammies, and they were HUGE and delicious. The breakfast potatoes were warm and perfectly seasoned--definitely a highlight. The only minor downside was that the English muffins weren't toasted, but everything else made up for it. We were seated quickly, the staff was extremely friendly, and the food came out fast. We'll definitely be back next time we're in the Denver airport! read more

Root Down DIA - Denver Sammie's - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Decent airport dining. The server was really nice and service was quick! I got a coffee and breakfast burrito. The burrito was okay not super flavorful and lots of egg. It was large and could be shared. read more

Root Down DIA - Breakfast burrito - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

This was a real oasis for my 2 hour layover. I was just going to get a drink but the friendly bartenders made it comfortable to add food. He checked on my flight time and relayed typical time to get food, and it came quickly as promised. My al pastor tacos were simple and delicious on very freshly made flour tortillas topped with crumbles of white Mexican cheese. I wouldn't hesitate to get more adventurous next time. everyone around me was raving about the food, the salmon bowl, etc. The menu is fresh, healthy but also cravable. Vegan and GF are clearly marked. The long beer list is put together thoughtfully. Prices are very reasonable. Full bar too. Really everything is done with care down to the hostess walking me to a bar seat where it was bustling but they take care of you. Employee owned, I see. If you have time go, and if not, there's a grab-n- go counter. read more

Root Down DIA - al pastor tacos - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

This was fantastic! I came pretty late into the evening and they were still so busy that larger groups had to wait for a table, but I was by myself and got a seat right away at the bar. The bartenders were cool and very professional handling the crowd, and once I'd placed my order the wait time for my food was very reasonable. I had a quinoa bowl for my entree, butterscotch pudding for dessert, and a Denver Beer Co graham cracker porter to drink. Delicious and interesting food. The quinoa bowl came with edamame instead of lentils as described on the menu, but I think I liked the edamame better, so I'm not complaining. Dessert can often be an afterthought at airport restaurants, but it was just as good as the main course here. It's not cheap, but not really more expensive than I've paid at this kind of place outside an airport. I think it took me about an hour to get in and out of here. Highly recommend stopping by here if you have the time and want to eat something classy before your flight. read more

Root Down DIA - Butterscotch pudding - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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If you get WHITNEY as your server, you are blessed. She was an incredible server from beginning to end! In the first few minutes of her greeting us she was so bubbly, kind, and welcoming. Let me start by saying my food experience would've left me giving no stars if I could, but because our server was the goddess she is - I had to upgrade to 5 stars. I ordered the steak frites med rare with sweet potato fries. The first dish took about 45 mins to an hr to come out. I thought, the airport is a busy place it's not a big deal. Unfortunately, when I finally got my food it was very cold. Everything on tasted like it has been sitting there for the whole 45 mins. I let our server know and she immediately apologizes and gets it remade for me. The second time it comes out (now well over an hour since I ordered initially), it's overcooked. Looked like they simply put it back on the grill, but I could be wrong. At this point my partner has already ordered and eaten two separate dishes while I was starving. Whitney felt really bad and I told her I was going to just get food somewhere else and not to worry. Not only did she take it off the bill without me asking, but they came back and gave me a THIRD steak I didn't request. Unfortunately, it came with the wrong fries and no chimichurri. The steak was cooked med-rare as asked so I did end up eating that part. There were also no carrots. She then comes back with a dessert and a healthy magnesium drink on the house to take with me. I mean cmon, talk about fantastic service! I feel service in general has really gone down since covid, but there are still amazing people who seem to really care about what they do and she's one of them. That's what legit customer service is all about and you bet your ass we overtipped her! Bad things can happen, but if you know how to show your customers you care that's all that matters and instead of leaving with a negative outlook on my first visit to Rootdown- I'd actually give it another chance. That's why I'm giving 5 stars instead of 1. Rootdown--give that woman a raise! Steak frites- even when the steak was finally cooked properly, it was mediocre and the accompanying sauces did not complement it well. The fries are also soggy. 4/10 Duck wings 7/10 good flavor but kinda dry Den Sammy 7/10 partner said it was a really good portion size and tasty. read more

This place was awesome ... Was helped by Kristen and she was just a pleasure. The food was really good ... her attention and willingness to make sure I was good goes far and beyond , great service Burger is for sure recommended.... For airport restaurant, this place for sure knows how to do it .... Gave a very chill fun vibe read more

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Airport food is expensive yardy know! But root down got a deliciousss yogurt parfait with blueberries, dried coconut flakes, almond butter, and creamy yogurt. I also got a side of half avocado and 2 scrambled eggs which were hearty and just what I needed :-). Service was friendly and quick to take my order. Dining in would take 10 minutes and 45 minutes to get your order which they provided this disclaimer when you were being put on the waitlist. The inside was clean with lots of seating and I really loved their menu options and variety. Would definitely want to try their goat salad, banh mi, and soups next time. read more

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Great food as always even has a kids menu. The Buddha bowl is bursting with fresh flavors from edamame, watermelon radish, Sprouts, beets and cukes. The peanut sauce has a bit of a kick to it. The chicken tenders and fries for kids are very crispy. The portions seem very generous especially the Buddha bowl, which I barely made a dent and packed most of it to go. The restaurant itself could use some TLC. The floors are sticky and the seats have seen better days (some seating pads are ripped at places). Service was top notch from start to finish and the server was on top of everything. Food and drinks came out fast despite busy lunchtime. Overall, a good experience at DIA for a family meal. It's not cheap by any means but it's the airport. read more

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Root Down is, without a doubt, the best food I've ever had in an airport. The folks at the host stand seated me quickly in a cute little table right by the front walkway--GREAT for people-watching. My server brought me water quickly, and gave me great advice to try the noodle bowl over the farro Caesar salad, despite it being the Ides of March. The kefir peanut dressing was a little spicy, perfectly balanced, and everything was obviously incredibly fresh. I don't fly through this airport often, but if I get the chance to come through C terminal again, I'll be right back at Root Down! read more

Root Down DIA - Ramen noodle bowl with fried tofu. - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We were seated within a couple minutes. Very nice staff. We placed our order. We were so pleasantly surprised. We split a burrito and it was enough for both of us. The picture doesn't do it justice. read more

Root Down DIA - Burrito with fried potatoes yummm - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We were doing a long layover at Denver Airport so we decided perhaps we should have some dinner. After looking up all the options in our area near our departure gate, we decided Root down DIA would be our choice. It's kind of in the main open area of the terminals with Southwest flights. There's a bar area and it's pretty open so it's not the quietest of areas. We were seated pretty quickly near the front. After perusing the menu which had a variety of options we decided on a Buddha bowl with crispy chicken and Banh mi turkey burger with sweet potato fries. I am so glad we got the dressing on the side as it was definitely more "spicy" for my mom who cannot handle spicy food. The bowl was very large and could easily feed 2 people. The banh mi turkey burger was surprisingly good. The fries were okay. Service was okay. Our water refill was kind of lacking. We easily paid with a credit card. Overall, it was not a bad option for dinner. read more

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Was traveling and had lunch here the other day. I tried the Terminal Turkey Burger and I believe it was the best turkey burger I have ever had. I haven't tried many but this was excellent. The service was very good. read more

Route down is my number one go to when I flying out of DIA! I also recommend it to all my friends and family that come into Colorado for a visit and get stuck at the airport, always good food, good vibes, and services top-notch! read more

Root Down DIA - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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I love that even with the place so crowded and full of guests, I got seated so fast! I love the business class like ergonomic tables for one, theres a space thought of for suitcases and that was pretty cool! Service was fast and friendly, got my Moroccan Salmon bowl and the garlic taste was so fulfilling! Love the plate, it was fantastic and the only thing missing was no one offered a drink / like isn't that from the start? I waved at a helpful random server for water... I could have ordered something else but I understand they can forget to ask. It was great food, great view and ambiance and my palate was satisfied! Thank you for an awesome dinner! Great job team! read more

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If I see Root Down at an airport, my food decision is made. The fact that they have multiple solid vegan options automatically puts them at the top of my airport restaurant list. Service is perfectly paced. They're quick and efficient if you're short on time, but if you've got a longer layover, you never feel rushed or pushed out. It's a rare balance to find in an airport. Plenty of comfortable table seating, a nice bar setup, and an atmosphere that feels way more relaxed than most airport spots. This is one of those places that actually makes a layover better instead of just tolerable. Consistently a great stop at DEN. read more

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Relatively comfortable space, with good service. Unfortunately the coffee tasted strongly of soap and seems like the carafe wasn't rinsed. It was watery and bitter regardless. I had the breakfast burrito which was a mixed bag. The finger potatoes were the star. The green sauce was flavorful. The egg was a sold compressed brick. Think institutional. The chorizo was grainy and gray and just awful. Lots of better choices nearby for food. read more

Root Down DIA - Breakfast burrito. - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Yelp Review 2025 #224: I used to fly to Denver a lot a few years ago and I remember Root Down was my go-to spot for a meal before a flight from DIA. I cannot remember what I used to order here but I remember liking this place. Fast forward to a few weeks ago, I ate here during a layover. And it's not like what I remember. I got pork carnitas and a pineapple drink. The carnitas were not great flavor-wise and the seeds from the chili didn't leave a good mouthfeel. The drink tasted salty. The service was great though. Friendly, and attentive. I mean, it's better than fast food. Still a casual place. read more

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Got the lamb sliders, they were phenomenal. staff was super accommodating as someone who is both gluten free and has severe nut allergies. good didn't taste gluten free either, always a plus! read more

Root Down DIA - Lamb Sliders - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I wish there were a way to give a 3 1/2. The food was fine. The service needed some work. Very good latte and I ordered the green chili breakfast burrito with plant based chorizo and home fries. The home fries were a nice combination of purple potatoes, white ones and sweet potatoes, which were very good. The green chili was fine but nothing to write home about the restaurant is a cute place, however, they have sports playing, which is annoying something more appealing to all clientele would be preferred. The service was lacking, and although my server was very nice, she did not come back and check on me at all, and I had to flag her down for the bill. read more

Root Down DIA - Green chile breakfast burrito with faux chorizo! - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Honestly, I was so pleasantly surprised by this restaurant in the Denver Airport. Every dish they have has just a little fun and delicious twist to it. It seems like the chefs here have really put a lot of thought into the menu. The kale Caesar was so delicious and the addition of the Miso to the Caesar dressing gave it a really good umami kick. And the Thai carrot curry soup had little bits of Asian pear in it, which added both a really nice texture and a great caramelized contrast to the creamy soup. The combinations that they put together here just really work. The soup is absolutely something I'm going to be trying to recreate at home. Finally, the server we had was absolutely incredible. I cannot remember her name but we watched her sit down to chat with young children to get their orders from them, speaking to them as if they were adults. She was also just so happy and smiley, it really made a huge difference considering travel is oftentimes quite stressful. read more

Root Down DIA - Kale Caesar in the front ; Thai carrot curry in the back - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Come here every time I go through DIA. They have vegan options. This time they had a tofu banh mi in their grab and go section. It's more of a S Asian spice on the tofu and not Vietnamese. Nice to see new things on their menu. Hopefully more are coming. Only a couple items though. Didn't look at big menu this time. Very nice person at the counter. In concourse C 40's ish read more

What a pleasant, delicious, eclectic gem in concourse C. I'm so glad I was able to stop in at Rootdown! The food was amazing and the service was top notch! Cammy was my server and she was knowledgeable of the menu, made great recommendations, and was so thoughtful. I can't say enough about her service! She was stellar and definitely matched the energy of the restaurant! The atmosphere is so chill. Music was a vibe and they had some vintage decoration throughout the dining area. The staff were all very pleasant and seemed to enjoy working with one another. I was able to enjoy the Pozole soup, Farro Salad and Sweet plantains. Each one was gluten free and vegetarian friendly. The soup was a bit spicy, but really good and hearty. I've never had avocado or radishes in a soup but it worked! The salad had a miso paste that lined the plate and brought a richness and fullness to every bite. The dressing had a smooth umami flavor and the fresh almonds gave the dish a crunch. The sweet plantains Forget about it! They were cooked to perfection, tender, moist, and crispy on the outside. I wanted to take some to go but I knew that I wouldn't be able to make it on the plane without dropping them. lol The only thing I didn't like about the restaurant was that I had to leave. Lol. & I wish I could have eaten more but Denver doesn't allow you to smash like you want. The elevation curbs your appetite. (Boo!) Other than that, this is a 10/10 recommend! read more

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I looked up a place to eat at the airport and was surprised to see how many reviews and good rating an airport restaurant has. So I must tried. The restaurant is small, in a corner and very easy to find since it is in the center. Obviously all the food here was super expensive. For two of us, we spent $150+ roughly. But also because my bf decided to get a bottle of wine $44 that would cost $10 outside. The duck wings 5/5 were phenomenal. I never had duck wings in this case before. 6 pcs for $24 though. But they were in a Korean fried style with soy sauce and super crispy. Shoyu ramen 3/5 had way too much ginger though. The broth was fantastic and on point. It was rich and herby. I wish they took all the ginger pieces out. I couldn't see ducks at all, there were barely any. There were more bacon pieces than duck pieces. The boiled egg was sweet, and sour. It was marinated in some sort of fruity way and not just soy sauce. I did like the ramen except for how little toppings there were but plenty of ginger. Service was great. My water was refilled constantly and I have no complaints. read more

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Root Down is one of my favorite Denver restaurants so it's always a treat to be able to grab a bite at the airport when I wasn't able to stop in town. Arepas and carrot soup are my favorites, with a Beet Down cocktail. Always delicious, always friendly staff, in the midst of the hustle and bustle of an airport. Well curated and quirky decor set the scene for a good time, every time. read more

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Another excellent meal at route in the Denver airport. I had delicious Thai coconut carrot soup and then the amazing Korean barbecue duck wings. Service was slower than usual. But still a great meal at the airport. read more

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My wife and I were in Concourse C of Denver International Airport on Oct. 9, 2025. We decided to go to Root Down DIA for lunch. There was no waiting line. My wife was in a wheelchair and the hostess directed us to a table near her hostess station. We were able to easily push her up to the table. My wife ordered the Banh Mi Turkey Burger with cross-cut sweet potato fries for $20.25 and I ordered the Pork Carnitas Tacos for $17. My wife said the burger and fries tasted very good. My tacos (there are two in a serving) very also very good, with the sauce dripping down my hand as I ate the taco. They included avocado slices on top. If you know anything about avocados, they turn from green to brown quickly and my avocados had some brown spots, as you can see in my attached image. The ambiance was typical of an airport eat-in establishment. Lots of tables and lots of luggage by the tables. Our server, Julie, took great care of us and we tipped her accordingly. Would I go back? Sure, but not until we've tried many of the other restaurants that are also at Denver's airport. read more

Root Down DIA - Bahn Mi Turkey Burger, cross-cut sweet potato fries, and banana bread - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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This place was terrible. Me and my girlfriend came between flights, and it was super packed so we figured it was a good spot. The host was not hospitable at all, and the server was also not the most hospitable either. Everyone seemed like they didn't really want to be there. We paid $70+ for steak frites for 6 think slices of meat that ended up being raw and making me sick over my flight. I reached out to customer service and they haven't responded in a week. I would recommend that what ever you order, make sure they actually cooked it. read more

My fave DIA spot. The Carrot curry soup is an absolute must!!!! So good! I like the Cobb salad too, but with goat cheese. I'm almost always solo, so I just sit at the bar. Service is fast and friendly. Overall good restaurant, plenty of seating and great food and drinks. Get the soup! read more

Root Down DIA - Carrot curry soup - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Ate here on a layover in Denver and was shocked at the creative and delicious food and attentive service! Have recommended to several friends if they are in C concourse in Denver! read more

Farm to table fresh food at the airport?!!! Yes please!!! Was early for my flight and decided to grab lunch. Place was super busy but the service was great. Cool decor inside with a nice view of the runway (watch planes take off and land while eating). Small menu, wish they had more options. Went with the burger and sweet potato fries. All was delicious. Fresh ground beef, bacon, lettuce, and a nice sauce on a fresh pretzel bun. Would definitely come back if I wanted to grab a meal in the airport. read more

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Root Up DIA location of the similarly named Denver restaurant, both of which are run by the Denver-based Edible Beets restaurant group, who own five restaurants throughout the area. They have a great ethos of having a Veggie-forward menus using locally-sourced seasonal ingredients and humanely raised animals for their proteins. They also abide by the strict Monterey Bay Aquarium's "Seafood Watch" guide for sustainable seafood options. The Good: *Located in Terminal C which is the Southworst Terminal *They also have a grab-and-go items outside re restaurant if you don't have time to sit down. *Friendly service *Local beer on-tap, as well as a full bar. *Lots of gluten-free and vegan options *The Korean BBQ Duck Wings were unbelievably delicious. Meatier than the typical chicken wings, and a crispy exterior that was coated in a sweet and spicy sauce that was lip-smackingly good. If they're on the menu--get 'em!! *The Soup and 1/2 Salad combo is a great deal at $18 and a shit-ton of food. The Farro Caesar had a lot of flavor and the Salmon add-on ($10) was cooked perfectly and gave the girl the protein she needed. *Lamb sliders were cooked perfectly and were deliciously seasoned and went great with the bacon and Sriracha aioli. The Meh: *Thai Carrot Curry Soup needed a bit more seasoning but the flavor was good and got better the more you ate. The Ugly: *The only reason we had time to dine here was due to flight delays, which in retrospect, turned out to be a good thing because of this place. So thank you for that. Conclusion: Not your ordinary airport food, as this was elevated Colorado cuisine at it's finest. Highly recommended if you have a few hours to kill between flights. We're definitely going to look into eating at one of their restaurants the next time we're visiting Denver. read more

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