Water Grill - Denver

4.7 (2028)

$31 to $50

Seafood

1691 Market St, Denver, CO 80202

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Water Grill - Denver

4.7

$31 to $50

Seafood

Downtown / LoDo

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2 people

20 Sept 2026

19:00

Booked 36 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Fancy

Even though you’re 1,000 miles away from any ocean, a quality seafood experience is within reach. Located in Lower Downtown (LoDo) just blocks from the Colorado Convention Center, Coors Field and Union Station, Water Grill Denver is an iconic seafood destination to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish. New product arrives multiple times each week from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our menus change daily. Consistently rated as one of Denver’s top seafood restaurants, starting December 2024, Water Grill Denver also offers multiple, customizable private dining rooms for parties of 10 to 110 for your next business meeting and special event.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Fine cuts
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–23:00
Phone number
(303) 727-5711
Website
https://www.watergrill.com/denver
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jessica Biederman
Private party facilities
Conveniently located in Lower Downtown(LoDo) near Union Station and the Colorado Convention Center, Water Grill Denver offers multiple, customizable private dining rooms for corporate meetings and special events.
Private party contact
Heather Rendon: (303) 727-5711

Location
1691 Market St, Denver, CO 80202
Area
Downtown / LoDo
Cross street
We are located on the corner of 17th St. & Market.
Parking Details
Valet
Public transport
If you are driving down Blake St., valet is available between 17th & 16th halfway down the block on the left side. Look for the entrance of the Market Station Parking Garage. You will see the illuminated signage with a large red arrow and a 'P' for parking. Valet crew will direct you to the restaurant's entrance.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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4.7

(2028)

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

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Water Grill - Denver offers an exceptional seafood dining experience with "incredible service," "fantastic oysters," and a "great selection of high-quality seafood." Guests praise the "wonderful ambiance" and "phenomenal service." While a bit pricey, its "outstanding food" and "elegant atmosphere" make it a memorable choice for special occasions.

2,028 Reviews

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Tracey Gold
Orlando / Central Florida East7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Carson was top notch in providing great service. I was meeting a client for dinner and drinks. The vintage old fashioned was excellent and I loved the Connecticut Lobster roll. Had the Octopus and calamari. I’ll be back again!
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Dennis
Denver / Colorado14 reviews
1.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The server had no idea how to help us order. She advised us and it was completely wrong. The octopus was chewy, oysters were really salty, asked for a whole fish,got a small fillet with no sides, for over 55$. It was my birthday celebration and I have never been more disappointed!!! 🥲
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Dianne Gold
Denver / Colorado103 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My favorite seafood restaurant the place to go although it is a bit pricey!! I have business meetings there and I introduce this restaurant to everyone looking for a good seafood restaurant!! My fav!!
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Ryan Gold
Denver / Colorado3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful overall experience and good attention to detail by the staff.
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Olivia
Chicago / Illinois1 review
3.0
Dined on 27 August 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
I used to LOVE this place. Have gone quite a few times. We are OG’s. Went during opening week and all. Took photos w Mark who took us in back and let me hold a lobster while my hubby took photos. They flew Mark in from Cali to help w opening of this place. I guess he is some impt fella w/ in the restaurant chain. Anyhow, this time I was disappointed. They no longer serve bread when you arrive. It is now $12 for bread. The selection of fish was not fab. Pink Bream Fish, Black Bream Salmon & Halibut w beans. Who wants beans w fish or anything else at a nice place. I saw beans elsewhere on the menu. Maybe it was a costco special. Next, I wanted great veggies w my Bream. Well, there are no root veggies. Those were switched out said out waitress. Ok- brocolini it is then I guess. But she did say… we have street corn ! I mean who wants street corn w fish. Maybe another costco special. The drinks. I always love my Rosemary Orange peel cocktail. Great! My hubby ordered his beverage. I went ahead and finished my beverage, and my husband was almost done with his. He had about a third left. He did tell the waitress that we would take one more round. And she very quickly went to grab his drink. And he said whoa whoa. I’m still working on that. And as a sidenote, seriously, at the prices of those drinks, you need to ask your customers if they’re done with it before you put your hands on it and attempt to take it. Like I said, I used to love this place. This was our date night and any special night place to go to. But after this last visit, I need to search for a different spot
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Henry
Denver / Colorado12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food. Oyster bar is one of the best. Crab cakes are excellent. One of our favorite servers is Daniel. Simply let him know your plans and schedule and he will exceed all of your dining expectations.
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Robin Gold
Philadelphia County5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Overall extremely enjoyable experience at Watergrill. Sea bass was exquisite and Parker rolls also stood out. Service was attentive and overall ambiance was causal elegant we were seated near the bar so not as quiet as the other side seemed to be. Would definitely go again
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Christian
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The fish was fantastic! Our waiter Matt did an exceptional job. We tried to win that was not to our liking and he brought us another one. Very nice waiter.
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David Gold
Denver / Colorado27 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great oysters, sea bass and scallops. One our favorite places. Great server, made helpful recommendations. We'll be back again!
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Kristen
Denver / Colorado5 reviews
3.0
Dined on 15 August 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The music was so loud that our table of four had a hard time talking and none of us have hearing problems. It was also not the type of music one would expect for an upscale restaurant. It’s too bad because we have been to Water Grill many times and never experienced the loud and frankly annoying music selection.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Fine cuts
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–23:00
Phone number
(303) 727-5711
Website
https://www.watergrill.com/denver
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jessica Biederman
Private party facilities
Conveniently located in Lower Downtown(LoDo) near Union Station and the Colorado Convention Center, Water Grill Denver offers multiple, customizable private dining rooms for corporate meetings and special events.
Private party contact
Heather Rendon: (303) 727-5711

Location
1691 Market St, Denver, CO 80202
Area
Downtown / LoDo
Cross street
We are located on the corner of 17th St. & Market.
Parking Details
Valet
Public transport
If you are driving down Blake St., valet is available between 17th & 16th halfway down the block on the left side. Look for the entrance of the Market Station Parking Garage. You will see the illuminated signage with a large red arrow and a 'P' for parking. Valet crew will direct you to the restaurant's entrance.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Make a booking

Water Grill - Denver

4.7

$31 to $50

Seafood

Downtown / LoDo

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2 people

20 Sept 2026

19:00

Booked 36 times today

Water Grill - Denver

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Water Grill - Denver

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