A Guide to Denver’s Best Late-Night Food Spots

Whether you’re leaving a RiNo gallery opening, a concert, your industry-night shift, or a long dinner that turned into longer drinks, Denver has a second menu waiting. From stacked sandwiches and oversized pizza slices to shawarma at 2 a.m., here’s where to eat when the clock strikes midnight.

Pony Up

📍 1808 Blake St, Denver, CO 80202
🕒 Serving late-night food until 1 a.m. (kitchen hours may vary by day)

Downtown’s go-to for elevated late-night bites, Pony Up is known for its lineup of French dips and craft cocktails—moody lighting, strong drinks, and sandwiches that feel indulgent but refined.

Suggested Order:
The classic French Dip with au jus and fries — plus an espresso martini to power through the night.

Fat Sully’s (Colfax & Broadway)

📍 3237 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206
📍 141 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80209
🕒 Open until 2 a.m. on weekends (hours vary by location and day)

The unofficial uniform of late-night Denver is a giant New York-style slice from Fat Sully’s. Casual, chaotic and exactly what you need after a long night out.

Suggested Order:
Pepperoni slice or the White Pie — and garlic knots if you’re committing.

Pete’s Kitchen

📍 1962 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206
🕒 Open 24 hours

A Colfax icon that never sleeps. Pete’s Kitchen is where late nights officially turn into early mornings. Expect a mix of diners, night-shift workers and longtime regulars.

Suggested Order:
Gyro plate with fries — or lean into the moment and order pancakes at 3 a.m.

La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal

📍 2233 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80205
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🕒 Kitchen typically open until midnight (later on weekends)

For bold flavors and serious energy, La Diabla brings late-night mezcal and rich pozole to LoDo. It’s vibrant, flavorful and perfect for a group wind-down.

Suggested Order:
Red pozole with pork and a mezcal margarita.

Jerusalem Restaurant

📍 1890 E Evans Ave, Denver, CO 80210
🕒 Open until 3 a.m. (often later on weekends)

A DU-area staple, Jerusalem delivers comforting Mediterranean plates well past midnight. Bright, no-frills and reliably satisfying.

Suggested Order:
Chicken shawarma plate with hummus, pita and extra garlic sauce.

Taco Star (Alameda)

📍 1500 W Alameda Ave, Denver, CO 80223
🕒 Open 24 hours

Quick, affordable and built for post-bar crowds.

Suggested Order:
California burrito or rolled tacos with guacamole.

Tacos Rapidos

📍 Multiple Locations
🕒 Open 24 hours (most locations)

A Denver late-night legend. Fast, no-frills Mexican drive-thru known for deep-fried tacos and massive breakfast burritos.

Suggested Order:
Deep-fried shredded beef tacos with green chile — or a carne asada breakfast burrito if it’s past 2 a.m.

Chivis Tacos

📍 1547 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80218
🕒 Open until 2 a.m. (3 a.m. on weekends)

Bright, colorful and packed late, Chivis brings bold street-style tacos to Colfax.

Suggested Order:
Al pastor tacos + birria tacos with consommé for dipping.


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