TECH CENTER. Deservedly famous for prime beef, Brook's has won numerous accolades from local food critics and from DiRoNa and Wine Spectator. The restaurant draws a high-powered professional crowd, not to mention a strong contingency of steak aficionados. Guests delve into massive porterhouses, double-cut lamb chops, perfect filet mignons, and succulent seafood. In addition, more than 1200 wines comprise the selection, and the staff is quite adept at recommendations.

GOLDEN TRIANGLE. Buckhorn Exchange is Denver's oldest restaurant, offering up a menu and atmosphere still in step with life 100 years ago. No matter where you're seated in the small two-story building, you're likely to have a view of a mounted animal head whose descendant may be your entree. Choose from elk, buffalo, beef, lamb, or even alligator tail or Rocky Mountain oysters.

TECH CENTER. It may be frequented by high-powered businesspeople and local celebrities, but this steakhouse makes an ideal choice for anyone, especially for special occasions. If big steaks are your passion, Del Frisco's is the right place. On the other hand, if lobster is your thing, Del Frisco's is also the right place. And if you'd prefer veal, Del Frisco's is the right place, too. Everything from breads and desserts to sauces and salad dressings is made in-house, ensuring superior quality. Service is excellent as well.

LODO. Located in a building once used by the Union Pacific Railroad, this athlete-frequented steakhouse provides tasty eats and plenty of people-watching opportunities. An upscale clientele orders large portions of hearty favorites, including prime rib and porterhouse steaks. Seafood selections offer an alternative; salads and burgers are available in the bar. At least six or seven handcrafted brews are always on tap, along with a well-rounded assortment of wines, small batch bourbons, and single-malt scotches.

CHERRY CREEK. After opening a string of successful car dealerships, a steakhouse was the next natural step for Broncos legend John Elway. Blending perfectly with other upscale establishments in the area, Elway's offers juicy, well-cooked steaks (the 20 oz. porterhouse draws rave reviews) and comforting side dishes like creamy Yukon mashed potatoes. Seafood options can also be had, most notably perfectly-prepared coconut shrimp. Desserts add a touch of whimsy, courtesy of a grown-up version of the chocolate Ding Dong and do-it-yourself s'mores.