Top Creme Brulee In Denver
(credit: Thinkstock)When it comes to dessert, many people think of the classics such as cake, cupcakes and pie, but there are many sophisticated desserts around that will titillate your taste buds. One is creme brulee, a custard dish with crusted caramel on the top that offers the right blend of decadent sweetness. Some places include fruit and other accompanying treats to enhance the flavor. Try it on for size at one of these restaurants.
494 E. 19th Ave.
Denver, CO 80203
(303) 861-4710
www.dbardenver.com
Founded by dessert aficionado and Food Network personality Kegan Gerhard, D Bar is known for its desserts, including its creme brulee. A vanilla custard is accentuated with almond orange caramel biscotti. Served with fresh berries, this dish is rich and sweet. Gerhard is an award-winning pastry chef who is known for creating delectable desserts, and his restaurant has been a favorite with Denver residents for years, but its new location opened in 2014. It has a full menu, but leave room for dessert.
909 17th St.
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 296-3525
www.panzano-denver.com
A popular Denver restaurant for Northern Italian cuisine, Panzano also has a dessert menu packed with faves, including creme brulee. Its creme brulee is pumpkin chai flavored, offering a spicy twist. Accented with pumpkin flavored tuile (a thin, latticed cookie) and candied cranberries, this dessert pairs bold flavors. Pair it with one of the restaurant's signature cocktails or a cup of coffee. Located on 17th and Champa, Panzano is quickly accessible after work or before a show.
1600 W. 33rd Ave.
Denver, CO 80211
(303) 993-4200
www.rootdowndenver.com
One of the city's hottest restaurants, Root Down is known for its innovative menu and bold flavors. Its take on creme brulee highlights an American favorite — peanut butter and bananas. The dessert is actually a pie with banana creme brulee and a peanut butter chocolate crust. Like much on the menu, it is a new twist on an old favorite. While you may be there for the brulee, it is also your chance to check out other menu faves such as the gluten free veggie sliders. Reservations are recommended, and the staff is fast and friendly.
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1808 Blake St.
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 292-2229
www.the9thdoor.com
Since The 9th Door is a tapas restaurant, you can sample much on the menu without getting full, and there are many delicious items. On the dessert menu is a Crema Catalana, a Catalan style creme brulee that is cinnamon and vanilla flavored. The cinnamon gives it a slight kick, while the brulee is rich and creamy with a distinct vanilla flavor. With friendly service and servers who are very familiar with the menu, The 9th Door makes for a pleasant dining experience, and there are plenty of booths for those who want to be separated from the crowd.
3030 E. 6th Ave.
Denver, CO 80206
(303) 393-1040
www.barologrilldenver.com
Another favorite with Northern Italian cuisine, this Cherry Creek restaurant is also a must-visit for dessert. Its creme brulee is served in the traditional style, with a Madagascar vanilla-bourbon flavored custard and a caramelized sugar crust. Hospitable staff members tend to each table with a warm attitude and personal service. They are familiar with the menu and will make suggestions for any course of your meal. Barolo Grill's dessert menu features other Italian staples such as vanilla Panna Cotta, so leave room for two desserts and share.
