Why should eating in an airport be quick, impersonal(as in next) and BAD? I think we're entitled to better after all we've bought tickets and maybe even dressed up a bit because we're going on a trip! Those are the thoughts that were instilled in us as kids, dress up and and have sit down lunch at the airport; wow have things changed in 2014. Well not here at Root Down DIA. As I was choosing between bad and worse in terms of food selection that are healthily I came upon Root Down. Yes it's the smaller sister of Root Down Denver but it's at the airport; what a concept, healthy food in the land of everything fast. So what got me, really and I mean REALLY got me was as I was waiting to be seated(by the window) I heard the "legend of the Boardwalk" himself, Sinatra singing, "give me 5 minutes more" and that sold be right there the perfect song for me to slow down and enjoy an excellent lunch! Yes, it was the music that got me to slow down and what a lunch I had. Root Down's DIA branch served be a great house salad of just perfect mesculen leaves that were not overly dressed and a few pear tomatoes that still had a summer taste to them even in January. I was happy! Next came my Carrot and Thai Basil soup, which on it's own was excellent but the addition of apple and pear 'chutney" put it over the top. Warm, smooth but great texture that clung to my spoon and so much that I want to go back to childhood and lick the spoon...but, I was happy I mean really happy for an hour out of my day. I guess the feeling of the space was echoed by the Oldsmobile 88 hood ornaments decorating the walls, you may ask Olds 88, well it's the airplane motif, overall it's just cool period. Now getting back to the music during my meal not only was Frank Singing but the Rat Pack too, I swear it was really a throwback to old school flying in a time where airports were a place to hangout before your flight, have a martini and marvel at stewardesses dressed from head to toe and wearing gloves...those indeed were different times but this is how Root Down made me feel and the food from top to bottom has not let me down. So if you're at DIA and you see me chilling to the beat you've come to the right place! read more

Because I travel so often, I usually find myself at Denver Airport as a layover or a destination. I am so thankful I was given a recommendation from a local Denver resident to eat here before my flight! It's an airport version of their popular restaurant in Denver. I feel confident in saying that this was the best food I have ever gotten at an airport. And last year alone, I was in an airport at least twenty times. Yep. This was the best. Here's what I got! 5 stars - Thai carrot curry soup. A blended soup that was topped with caramelized onions and chopped cilantro. I was taking each bite and thinking about how I really need to replicate this at home. Very good soup that was savory and a hint of sweetness from the carrots. It was not too dominate in any flavor. It all blended well. A light option that was ideal before I had to board a plane. 5 stars - Scone with feta, caramelized onion, and chives. It had a tender almost muffin like texture. Not dry at all. And the feta in this was a good choice, especially because most savory scones have cheddar cheese. I ordered this from their to go section, since my flight was boarding within a half hour. So you can order everything here from their dine in menu. And I got my soup within five mins. Also there, they've got prepackaged salads, drinks, and sweets such as their pumpkin chocolate sliced loaf, banana bread, and chocolate chip Rice Krispies. It took a lot of willpower not to also get the Rice Krispies. If only I didn't already have a chocolate chip cookie in my bag. Darn! I'll be back for sure! read more

Rejoice! I have cause to enjoy my early morning flights now! Root Down was surprisingly open while I blearily stumbled into Terminal C. I thought it was too good to be true, so I asked. They open at 6am. From a previous arrival into Terminal C two days before, I know ttheir food takes about 12-15 minutes preparation time. I had time. For the morning hours, you'll order from their brunch menu. Check the Yelp listing for pictures. I've included some interior shots along with three brunch related menus. I ordered the chorizo omelet with poblano pesto candied jalapenos, tillamook cheddar, lemon creme fraiche, home fries & lemon dressed arugula. The home fries were great! Crisp, with the outer skin slightly puffed. There were purple, yellow, and sweet potatoes lightly covered in tasty salt. The greens were lightly bitter, awakening my palate. The omelet was slightly chill, not hot, but cool, pleasantly cool with chorizo providing the heat element. Much different than I'm used to, I really enjoyed it. I really enjoyed how the omelet provided several different tastes and textures. With their varied seating choices, brightly lit recycled globe chandelier, and a wide view of sunrise, Root Down is a delightful place in an otherwise dull environment. read more

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I was impressed with this place. The reviews didn't steer me wrong. I'm a fan of the Denver airport in general, but now I have another reason. I would probably come from another terminal to eat here. The food was really, really good. I had the turkey club. It was loaded with delicious turkey, cheese, avocado, and tomato with a yummy sweet mustard. The sweet potato waffle fries were a nice addition. I had a saison from Ft. Colins for good measure. My service was good. I like the setup...and I got to watch some sports and look out at the runway while I ate. read more

Kick it root down ya'll! Delicious. Giving this spot 5 stars for being a fresh savior in an airport. Thank you, Denver. Their goal: serving "organic, seasonal, farm-to-table globally inspired cuisine; highlighting the colors, textures and essence of the earth in a dynamic, inclusive and relaxed atmosphere" and on my experience Friday, they did just that. Grabbed a seat at the bar facing out so I could people watch. It was packed at 5pm on a Friday. My server was so very nice and attentive, not something you always see at an airport. Also, ambiance is hard to pull off in an airport but their decor and style came across perfectly right down to the personal water carafes they bring each person. I ordered a nice Malbec - and to note even down to their cocktails and wines they focus on biodynamic and organic growers. Luscious. I was craving a salad and boy, did this one hit the spot: Squash & Brussels Sprouts with Baby Kale, White Anchovies, Radish, Crispy Hominy, Parmigiano & Roasted Garlic Dressing and I added the Honey Smoked Salmon. It was filling, flavorful and hearty. I was impressed, Root Down, thank you. If you don't want to try them based on my review yet, just read their story: "As a vision from diverse backgrounds, the riff behind the name pays homage to the late and great Jimmy Smith, a legendary 1960's jazz musician. His live song and album, recorded in 1972 entitled Root Down (And Get It) speaks to the ability of returning to the root or "one" chord of the song. Melodic, raw, vital, earthy. The Beastie Boys, taking their own spin on the tune made it funky, gritty and fresh in the album Ill Communication. Mirroring the song's history, Root Down's philosophy echoes these cords. We are imperfect but celebrate the flaws." I can't wait to check out their regular spot in Denver when I return! BOOM! Kick it root down ya'll! read more

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Heard this was a Denver staple, so I decided to check it out when I had a layover at the airport! Root Down is located in Concourse C, and is on the second floor. There was a short wait, but we were seated after a few minutes. I decided to start with the hot chocolate and we ordered the croque madame benedict and the half pound burger with an added egg on top. The croque madame benedict was unique as it was on a croissant piece of bread with two eggs, but it was pretty good! It comes with regular and sweet potato chunks. The burger I really enjoyed as the meat was succulent and it came on a pretzel bun, and the toppings were delicious! Loved the sweet potato fries that came with it. For airport food, the price is reasonable and the food is pretty damn good. Service was also very quick and efficient which is necessary as you are in an airport, and she was very attentive to our needs! Guess I'll have to try Root Down's original location when I return to Denver! read more

Root Down DIA - Half pound burger with bacon, added egg on pretzel bun - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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We added our names to a list for seating and were told there would be a five or ten minute wait. With COVID practices in place we expected this. There had been a vacant table at the rail next to a busy walkway where waiting patrons congregated with no regard for 6 - foot distancing. I supposed the table was unseated for safety . The hostesses tried seating a couple there and they refused. This couple was behind us in the list, but I digress. They were seated elsewhere. When she motioned that we should take the table in this bad location where bystanders had no apparent regard for social distancing , let alone the rudeness I later witnessed of lording over our table-- said I'd rather wait. "You'll be waitin ' a long time." I hope the rude hostess didn't take my acceptance of this seating as complacency or a pass on her terrible lack of regard. I took the table because it was a means to an end, where I had to mask up repeatedly to account for the host staff's inability to manage the front area of the restaurant and require waiting patrons to move away and refrain from breathing on our food. The wait staff was great and the food was good, yet this a perfect example of how to ruin a patron's perception of an establishment. I would not recommend Root Down to an enemy. read more

Thank you to The Mile High City for bringing us Root Down. I mean, seriously, airport foot is ruined for me. The food, the drinks, the staff, all excellent! After traveling for a good 16+ hours, and then finding out our flight to Sacramento had been delayed by an additional six and a half hours, it was a sign from a higher power that Root Down popped up on my Yelp search. We walked to the end of the terminal, since we had six and a half hours to burn, and were promptly greeted by a friendly hostess. Our waiter arrived right away and helped us selected some drinks which were badly needed. All were on draft and there were about twenty of them, hooray! I was astonished by the menu, could a $14 Turkey Burger really be worth it? In an airport? With sweet potato waffle fries? As my Dad would say, "I mean, are you kidding me"? No joke. Awesome, flavorful Turkey Burger with fresh spicy jalepeno slices and crispy carrots and cucumbers on fresh bread topped with cilantro! My fries were cold, but they still tasted awesome. They stop seating people after closing but still let us hang out for a bit as they cleaned up. No pressure to move or leave and a generous last call time allotment. The saddest part of our visit was leaving the restaurant and staring down the long deserted terminal, thinking of the four hours we still had left to try and entertain ourselves... can you hear my violin? read more

Root Down DIA - I'm not sure if it's the delayed flights or sleep deprivation, but this Turkey Burger was amazing! - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I really did not expect to find solid eats in any airport, but Abby S gave us a solid recommendation here! Dale E and I were given a table on the "patio" overlooking the airport interior - we both would've preferred to overlook the runway, but hey ho! The staff were friendly and pretty on top of things. I got the turkey banh mi and it was SO GOOD! Really flavourful and super juicy. I only wish that the jalapenos on top were cut up inside too, but that's because I'm a spice freak! We also both tried a local beer and they were both taaasty! The prices were reasonable for an airport, and I was very happy with our decision to come here! read more

Root Down DIA - Turkey banh mi and yam waffle fries - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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I'm very happy that DIA has added Root Down as a dining establishment in Concourse C. It's a wonderful dining option for a quick bite or a longer dining experience if you've been delayed or have a layover. Upon requesting a table the hostess asks how long you have until your flight to ensure the server can accommodate any timing issues that may arise. This is a nice touch especially since most people are concerned about making it to their gate on time. I was looking for the fast and casual option and opted for a the Chicken Tandoori wrap and some water. If I had more time I would have definitely indulged in a libation or two. The wrap was just what I was looking for, it had wonderful flavor and variety of ingredients that complimented each bite. It also came with a side of quinoa which was a nice addition instead of the typical fries. Service was a bit meh on my first visit. It took at least 5-10 minutes for the initial hello and by that time I knew my entire order. I also needed to flag my server down for the check which I never enjoy doing. A few more servers would allow Root Down to turn tables faster and offer better customer service. It's one of the best dining choices in DIA and if I'm ever early (that will never happen) for a flight I will stop in at Root Down for some grub and a drink. read more

Root Down DIA - Chicken tandoori wrap - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Our seating host established the urgency of our stay by inquiring our flight time, and our server Jessica was friendly and attentive throughout our three hour visit, from seating until we signed our bills. Everything was kept clean, and table turnover was efficient. The round lounge area near the bar offered plenty of outlets with which to recharge e-goods while glancing at the tellies over the bar, as well as armrest surfaces broad enough to support a full-sized laptop. The menu's well thought out-- seasonal and delicious foodie options available alongside layman's choices. After trying some local microbrews, we sampled some lovely craft cocktails. The Beet Down was a refreshing, if girly-looking gin concoction. The Don Draper won me over with the twist on classic flavors, upstaging the South By Southwest rum drink. Cranberry-chipotle buffalo wings were an excellent decision, featuring tender duck, a garnish of sesame seeds, and great saucing. My breakfast burrito was pretty good, lightly spiced chorizo and fluffy scrambled eggs with just enough manchego. (I was tempted to try the soyrizo substitute.) Side of squash was roasted through, and the dark mole was probably one of the tastier variants I've tried of this sauce... possibly the stopgap from my regret over not ordering the diver scallops with plantain hash. The beet and goat cheese salad offered flavors that combined well: two types of the former, plus walnuts and a drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette over fresh arugula. The only disappointment was dessert-- I love croissants and I appreciate bread pudding, but the combination of the two tasted like a bad fad. The denseness of the pastry eliminated all the flakiness I crave in its base ingredient. Pistachio ice cream was nice, but the strong whiskey caramel sauce was heavily unbalanced in its rich sweetness. Four and a half stars. I'll echo what's been said: this is the best airport dining I've experienced. It boggles the mind that this location of Root Down executes many things better than the average street-side brick and mortar: service, food, and booze were crazy commendable. I don't think my thrice-delayed layover could've been so painless without it. read more

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This restaurant is worth the trip to Terminal C. A short wait and I had a great table for one that had an outlet for charging and a view of the planes. They have lots of gluten free options! I had the Thai Carrot Curry, Sweet Potato fries and Banh Mi Turkey Burger. Tiffany was a great server. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Root Down was a bright spot on a long travel day through Denver. We arrived at the Denver airport headed to Salt Lake City with a 4 1/2 hour layover ahead of us. Luckily, each of us were able to get a couple hours of work done, but then needed some lunch. We scanned the directory and looked up a couple places. Root Down had a great rating a ton of reviews so we made our way over to the C Concourse. Definitely glad we made an effort to come here. It was pretty packed when we arrived but the staff was able to seat us immediately at a comfy table that wasn't too close to other nearby tables. I ordered the 1/2 pound beef burger with sweet potato fries. It was excellent. The service was also very attentive and made us feel welcome during our short visit. There were quite a few things on the menu that I wanted to try so next time I'm back in Denver I'll definitely be stopping here for another meal! read more

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

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Shorty Root Down, Good Lord Baby got 'em open all over town Strickly biz they don't play around Serving much grounds Got food game by the pound After bookmarking the OG Root Down but never making it I was super stoked to see them open in my home away from home, Terminal C. Of course the week they open I was late for my flight and could not dine so the next time, I actually came early to the airport to eat! I mean that is saying something people! Who arrives early to visit TSA? It's gotta be special. I love everything about this place. The decor, the interesting seating set ups and booths. The cute glasses and water bottles on every table. The blown glass. The exceptional service followed by amazing food. So it is pricey but it's the airport where you pay $5 for a pecan praline so this should not surprise you. We got the sweet potato fries (with mint dipping sauce), sweet potato falafel and chorizo tacos. They all had interesting sauces with flavors I had never particularly tried or had paired together. All delicious. The highlight of the meal was their signature drink. The Pepper Blossom. RIDICULOUS. Craft cocktail at it's finest. I'll be a regular. read more

Root Down DIA - 1/2 lb beef burger with smoked bacon on pretzel bun with siracha mayo and sweet potato waffle fries. Yeah.Buddy. - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

The best airport food you'll find in Denver right now, aside from Elways. There's definitely a new movement to have good airport food and I'm stoked about that. Root Down is one of best restaurants in Denver and it's nice to see this addition to the airport. This is the best spot to grab a drink and bite to eat while at DIA. If you're not in concourse C, it's worth the trip over there if you have time before your flight. My fav drinks here are the spicy Paloma, the jalapeño marg and the blackberry caipirinha. The hubby says the sazerac is dialed and the don draper is great. There grilled cheese is different with a corn cake and seriously amazing sauce. You can't really go wrong with the menu. If you're in Denver, you have to go by the original location, the ambiance, food and vibe is wonderful. The flare there is just a few steps above the airport location. read more

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

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When I say, I would come to this restaurant if it were located near me, airport or no, I want you to understand, we loved our meal. While it is a bit on the expensive side, the service more than made up for it. Asking us when our plane boarded and if we had any allergies. Seriously. I will make a regular habit of going to restaurants who ask me this. Because it is a big deal if you put dairy, or soy in my food. My turkey burger was fabulous. A bit on the spicy side from the mayo, and a little over covered in greens, but were I to be a regular I'm sure I would develop a routine with the menu that would work for me because their Thai soup? Perfect. Absolutely perfect. 5 stars. I'd totally come back if I ever return to Denver. Heck I'd maybe even do a layover in Denver just to come back ;) read more

Hey every other airport in the world - it's time to step up your game! Root Down at the Denver straight up annihilated any and every airport meal I've ever had. High five, Root Down! Root Down has an incredible location downtown Denver, and when they opened up shop in the airport they did something no other airport restaurant has ever done - kept their integrity! Using your airport restaurant as a platform to showcase all that your city has to offer, instead an opportunity to rip off stranded travellers? It doesn't seem like such a strange concept, does it? Root Down is pioneering a new path for local businesses. I went with the Chilaquiles Benedict, as a suggestion from other reviewers and because I'd get to try my Canadian tongue at saying "chilaquiles" for the first time in its life. "Chilaquiles.. Chilaquiles? Chilakiiiiiiiles.... CHILAQUILES!" Thanks to Ayla C. (https://www.yelp.ca/user_details?userid=uxgU5qcy3Gid6mLTXmv3Zg) for putting up with my nonsense. Pair the awesome food with great local beers and a view of giant airplanes and any layover is going to seem much, much shorter. read more

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Exceeded expectations. Great birthday dinner with my family. Unusual dishes, interesting history of the property, and very friendly and personal service. But it was the eco-friendly toilet that sealed the deal for me. I'll be back! read more

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

Alright let's summarize this with one punch line. BEST US Domestic Airport Restaurant for sure and this comes from a person who travels all the time. The joint is in the Delta Terminal of the airport right near the escalators. I was on my way out back to SF and had about 45 minutes to kill and stumbled across this place. I noticed this place because it had a vibrant atmosphere and it was completely packed even though it was a slightly odd hour. The hostess was very friendly and was thoughtful enough to ask what time my flight was to prioritize the urgency which I had never seen at an airport restaurant before. They also did a great job with space management by considering its audience and had tables that faced out the window to see the airplanes that were specifically made for the business traveler dining alone so there is not that weird situation of sitting at one big table by yourself and maximizing the space to be utilized. Enough with the nerdy talk. So after perusing the menu what I was really most impressed with was the Drink menu. They had legitimate cocktails with the one large ice cube and true bartenders. I ordered a manhattan and it was definitely on par with any great bar I have been to so this was a pleasant surprise because most airport adult beverages are pretty poor. The food menu was pretty solid for variety and I decided to go with the Turkey Club and the Sweet Potato Fries. The bread was fluffly and they did not skimp on the ingredients of the sandwich by any means. Just great local ingredients. The sweet potato fries were delicious and I am a honey mustard fanatic and that was just delicious as well. I also felt that I wanted to try a dessert because I was so impressed with everything that I also ordered a Banana Crème Brulee which was also just delicious. Great spot that has clearly taken Airport food to another level hence the 5 star rating. read more

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Stay on the B CONCOURSE! While ROOT DOWN IS AWESOME in Denver, at the airport is not worth the train ride. They were out of at least two items that we wanted. The soups we got were rather bland and boring. Not up to Justin Cucci's usual impeccable standards (see my reviews of his other restaurants in Denver). Even for airport food this was uninspiring. The service was also mediocre and slow. Not great when you're waiting for a flight. Finally they put the wrong bill (i.e. someone else's!) on my credit card. Sorry, Alice read more

Root Down DIA - Cool globe installation - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Close to Gate C41. Stopped by for breakfast on my way to NY. Breakfast served until 2pm and only a 5 min wait. Cutesy decor and friendly staff. Free wifi! Food: Chai tea with almond milk-spiciest chai I have ever had in my life! Definitely warmed me up instantly! Breakfast sandwich-croissant sandwich with egg, the most amazing bacon, avocado, tomato, and spicy chipotle mayo. Amazing! Served with fresh greens and colorful potato medley. $18 total on the pricier side but well worth it. Dare I say, one of the best airport restaurants I have ever been to? Super fresh food that is absolutely delicious! Love this place! read more

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Wow! A real airport restaurant for foodies, this place has it figured out. I was immediately taken in by the modern interior with many private, circular booths overlooking the airline gates and even multiple tables for one, perfect for the independent traveler. A newer location from the more popular downtown spot of 5 years, this location near the central hub of terminal C is absolutely worth the trip if you have some time at the Denver airport. We arrived and waited just about 5 minutes before a table was available and we were asked how much time we had before our flight so that our server could be tipped off as to any special timing needs. The interior is funky, eclectic and modern with an illuminated globe light fixture and a living wall garden with fresh herbs growing in between the booths. The menu is smart, with locally sourced ingredients and interesting combinations. Presentations are very surprising: our edamame hummus was drizzled with chili oil and garnished with chopped olives and dates as well as decorative radish slices. I had a cobb salad which included Maytag blue cheese, house made shredded beets, thick bacon and avocado on fresh field greens, all finished with a chipotle dressing. For an extra $7, you can choose grilled chicken, which was just a tad overdone for my liking and ultimately unnecessary for the dish. My dining partner enjoyed a delicious veggie burger on an eggy grilled challah roll with jalapeno jam and curry lime sauce for the sweet potato fries. Dessert was a croissant bread pudding with whiskey butter sauce and cinnamon ice cream. The beer menu is an impressive list of Colorado microbrews and has the most extensive gluten free beer list I've ever seen. As for the cocktails, they are absolutely of-the-moment epicurean concoctions like a delicious Pepper Blossom with jalapeno, basil and St. Germain or the Beet Down with Aperol, Gin, beets and mint. The Don Draper cocktail has a custom ice cube! This place is about health, sustainability, farm-to-table, organic, vegan, veggie, gluten free, raw as well as surprisingly delicious food at a reasonable price point for the offering. Service was professional and attentive. I have absolutely no complaints about this place. In fact, it was the best airport restaurant I've ever visited. It sets a new standard. Very highly recommended!! read more

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It crazy how good airport food had gotten over the years. The Root Down is a perfect example. The menu at DIA mirrors their original location. The lamb sliders are one of my favorite entrees but so many other wonderful choices. Great staff and quality cocktails. The chicken and waffles are also really good. No it isn't Roscoe's. But the "strips" are loaded with flavor and crunch. The waffles are exceptional. Not the heavy doughy waffles most places serve. They are light, yes I said light and crispy and are great with or without syrup. Do the syrup. You've already blown the diet. read more

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

I have had one visit and this will be my last. If you wonder why because it looked like loogies were floating in my water the place smelled like fishy water and ketchup had a baby and over all I rate it one star. read more

One of the most enjoyable meals I've had in my life-let alone the airport! Locally grown foodie meal. Moist turkey burgers with gluten free bun option. Sweet potato waffle fries did not disappoint. Their appetizer with edamame hummus blew my mind, it was so good. And healthy. Who knew edamame could be made into a hummus that perfectly complements pita and olives? Everything was not just good, but also a culinary delight. My understanding of food got notched up a couple slots from just eating here. Everything down to the ketchup was thoughtful and a delightful experience. Their ketchup was locally sourced in Denver and was a corn-syrup-free delectable experience. read more

Hands down - Best restaurant at DIA... As a business traveler, I go through a lot of different airports on a regular basis. I've grabbed my share of quick bites at airport food courts and watched hours tick by at lazy terminal bars. When reviewing these establishments, there is a tendency to compare them to other airport eateries with the disclaimer of how good or bad they are "...for an airport restaurant..." setting the bar of expectations relatively low. Not the case with Root Down at DIA. Root Down is one of my favorite restaurants in the Denver area, airport or not. Serving up a great selection of locally-sourced, organic fare, Root Down is a fresh alternative that really delivers. If you are trying to avoid meat or gluten, making choices here is easy. There have even been times when I have selected flights with long enough layovers in Denver to allow me to grab lunch there! I've had the pleasure of dining at Root Down on a number of occasions. They have a diverse menu, from avocado crab cakes and bison meatballs to bahn mi turkey burgers and their own cubano. But my go-to favorite is their Roasted Beet Salad. The roasted beet salad features luscious chunks of red and gold beets, fresh arugula, a creamy slab of goat cheese, all tossed in light vinaigrette. The bold flavor of the beets, mixed with the tart acidity of the dressing, smoothed out by the chevre makes for a culinary treat. It is heavenly! TIP: If you order this to-go (which I often do on my way to my next flight), make sure you keep the box horizontal. If tipped to the side, the dressing can leak out, making a mess. If you are at the C gates at DIA, there really is nothing that compares - Root Down stands on it's own as THE place to dine! Enjoy!! read more

Root Down DIA - If you're in a hurry, order at the counter to-go! - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Busy, busy, busy. They were busy, and I had all the time in the world (due to a delayed flight). So I decided to treat myself to an indulgence or two. If you're solo you'll be able to get in a little easier, but still expect a wait. Be sure to pad in about an hour and a half between flights because they're consistently busy. I will tell you this though, the food is worth it. I sat at my own little station for one. I had my own power outlet, and so on. I ordered up the breakfast burrito because it had Mole, and it was well worth it. The server even hooked it up further and brought me a side to dip just in case the slathering inside wasn't enough. As I was in the jet-setting mood and harkening back to the golden age of travel. I decided to chase it all down with the "Don Draper." It was all great, and it took my mind off of my delay long enough for me to enjoy my surroundings once more. They are busy, but if you have the time to spare and can slow down long enough to wait, then Root Down DIA is well worth the time. So sit for a moment, treat yourself, and be sure to make the best of the experience. read more

Great atmosphere! Very hospitable bartender. The white alcoholic beverage is outstanding pina colada ish ! Didn't try the food but it looks good, will stop by again for a drink next time in at Denver airport read more

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

I've stopped in to the DIA Root Down a few times, usually for a quick beer after arriving early or hearing of a delayed flight. Beer is about the only thing I can afford here, if that. I usually get the Reverend for $10 because it's the most bang (abv) for your buck at 10%. It's usually crowded which means there's usually a wait, but it's the best food in the airport if you're on a business trip and can expense it. Definitely arrive early for a meal here if you can expense it. Otherwise, go to the Root Down in Denver for a better experience/price. read more

Root Down DIA - Starting our trip off right - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Nice surprise find in DIA. This spot is very popular, we had to leave our name and wait for a bit for a table. Our table was worth waiting for, we got a side booth with a view of the tarmac. Love that. Check out the floor, it's made from recycled basketball courts. Even has the original stripes. Our server was less than average. But the other servers and the incredible food more than made up for him. BJ loved the beer choices. He got DFT 1554 at $8 a pop. I got something with an umbrella in it. Heck ya. It was called pineapple express and was sweet and strong, just like I like 'em. A real party in a glass. BJ got duck wings. He thought they were very tasty. I got the soup and salad combo. For my soup, I chose the carrot & Thai red curry. So good, it had apple and pear chutney in it and was topped with cilantro. Incredible. My salad was arugula and romaine with a sprinkling of sunflower seeds. Very good. Great place to dine while at DIA! read more

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For airport food, this is a 5. Crispy chicken tacos and sweet potato fries are solid, and the salads I saw coming out of the kitchen looked amazing. The curry lime yogurt accompanying the fries was the highlight of my meal, except for the raspberry sour on the rotating tap. Reasonable prices for the airport in a high cost city, and the service is quite good. Extra points for the power charger under my table... what luck! read more

Root Down DIA - Crispy chicken tacos on corn - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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There are a lot of great foodie restaurants in airports now (thank goodness!), but I think Root Down in DIA is my favorite one. In the future, if I have a long layover (like today), I'll actually be thankful that I can enjoy a leisurely meal at Root Down! Wonderful service (thanks, Jennifer). First of all, great ambiance - kind of chic retro w/ lots of natural light through floor-to-ceiling windows, living walls and a "chandelier" of lighted globes, fun retro tunes, and cool seating, including the mini 1-person booth I got (what a great concept - love it!); even complete w/ my own outlet to charge my dying computer and phone. But the the food is fresh, unique and delicious, with many vegan and gluten-free options. I grew up in Albuquerque, and love a good green chili, so started with the Colorado Green Chili soup, and it was different than a traditional green chili stew, but very tasty. Tried a 1/2 order of the Roasted Beet salad, w/ toasted hazelnuts, beet-sunflower seed pesto and basil vinaigrette, and it was wonderful. Finally, ordered 1 lamb slider topped w/ arugula and a wonderful mint-garlic yogurt, and it was amazing. Interesting assortments of cocktails, wine and beer, too, including the Beet Down, with beer juice, gin, ginger liqueur and mint. Might have to try making that at home, since you don't find that on your average cocktail list - yet! read more

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Got the banh mi sandwich to go while waiting for my parents' flight to arrive. It was delicious. The sweet potato fries were good but not hot. Definitely want to try the original restaurant in downtown. read more

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

Located in Concourse C near the train elevators. We expected more given the price point. Food was mediocre, service was good. I had the lamb sliders while hubby had a burger with sweet potato fries. The best item was dipping the fries in the curry sauce. They have some vegetarian and gluten-free menu options. read more

Only 3-stars because I was there once! Was seated immediately in the bar observatory -- it was in the bar area but faced the concourse for people watching. Good place in #DEN for a quick snack/meal. I'd try them again if I have a L-O-N-G #layover in #DEN. read more

Root Down DIA - Snack before #flight - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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We dropped in to have a leisurely breakfast and to kill time. Great experience all the way around! We got the best people-watching seats at a counter on the perimeter and the service from the bartender was fantastic. Even better was the food! I had breakfast tacos that had pickled onions, a really good avocado crema, and lots of fresh greens that gave it so much flavor. With 2 breakfasts, a bloody mary, and a mimosa, the bill was significantly cheaper than crappy Midway airport! Highly recommend! read more

The service is awesome, everyone here is down-to-Earth. I can't really comment on the food, because they are constantly changing their menus. Just not a fan of breakfast chorizo burrito, they throw corn, a sweet pico de gallo type thing, and sour cream in the burrito. Not expected, but one of my friends eat it religiously ($6). This is an update from my last comments about the smell that lingers around, kudos to management for fixing the issue. I love the ideas of the Bento boxes, I love the Salmon Bento box! Don't forget to try the salads and order the Boylan Cream soda, it's very good! Keep up the good work with the service, it can be tough in a stressful airport environment! read more

Root Down DIA - For those in a hurry - New American Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Best meal I've had all week! Farm to table freshness with innovative and exotic menu. I got the turkey Bahn mi, spicy and amazing. The sweet potato waffle fries are to die for! Service was super fast and friendly. I wish there was one where I live! read more

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Worth the journey over from Terminal B if you have the time as this is the best food I've encountered at DIA. I had the Bento Box with Chicken. Upon taking my order, the waitress asked if I had any food allergies.The atmosphere is lively, bright and creative. Earth globes hanging from the ceiling in the back corner along with a wall of metal can lids. Upbeat music wafts from the speakers at just the right volume that almost makes you forget you're in an airport. I was seated up a couple of steps in the raised level area. It appears the flooring is reclaimed wood planks. The Bento Box was delicious and served with chopsticks. The meal size was just right. The service here was fast which is important so you're not late for boarding your flight. read more

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Getting to the airport early sucks. Waiting at the airport on those uncomfortable seats sucks. Delayed flights sucks. But Root Down at the airport does not suck. It is actually pretty awesome. Delicious, locally sourced (I think) food at a reasonable price point is full of awesomeness. I've only ordered from the to go counter. Service is always quick and extremely friendly. First time, I ordered the lamb sliders. Lamb patties were moist and the mint sauce was tasty. The last time I ordered the burger. Burger was moist and flavorful. Bacon was crisp! Pretzel bun was soft but held even though burger juices were flowing. Sweet potato waffle fries!!!!! Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. And who doesn't like waffle fries. If you don't, I don't think we can be friends. Curry dipping sauce was an extremely nice surprise. Definitely tasty. I wanted to lick it all up but there were people around me! Overall, I think it's the best place to grab food at the Denver airport. Awesome food for a reasonable price. Plus you can fill up your water bottle there too. read more

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