Butter chicken with garlic naan and basmati rice at SPICE ROOM Denver

Best Indian Restaurant in Denver | SPICE ROOM

Welcome to SPICE ROOM, Denver's highest-rated Indian and Himalayan restaurant with a 4.9★ rating from over 3,400 Google reviews. We serve authentic, homestyle Indian cuisine across three convenient locations in Denver and Arvada. Our menu features over 80 dishes including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options — all prepared fresh daily with traditional spices and locally sourced ingredients. Whether you're craving classic North Indian curries, Himalayan momos, or tandoori specialties from our clay oven, SPICE ROOM delivers bold, authentic flavors in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Signature Dishes

Butter Chicken Chicken Tikka Masala Lamb Biryani Palak Paneer Tandoori Chicken Garlic Naan Dal Makhani Momos Rogan Josh Mango Lassi Gulab Jamun Vegetable Biryani

Our menu spans over 80 dishes — from rich, slow-cooked curries and sizzling tandoori platters to fresh Himalayan street food and hand-rolled naan from our clay oven. Every dish is crafted with traditional spice blends, locally sourced produce, and halal-certified meats. Explore our full menu, build your own thali, or ask about our daily chef's specials.

Our 3 Denver & Arvada Locations

🏙️ Highlands — West 38th Ave

3157 W 38th Ave, Denver, CO 80211

(303) 455-3127

Near Tennyson Street & Highlands Square. Serving LoHi, Sunnyside, Berkeley, Sloan's Lake, and West Highland.

🌆 Bluebird District — East Colfax Ave

3100 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206

(303) 285-3700

Next to Bluebird Theater on historic Colfax. Serving Capitol Hill, City Park, Uptown, Congress Park, and Cherry Creek.

🏔️ Old Town Arvada — Ralston Rd

7355 Ralston Rd Unit H, Arvada, CO 80002

(303) 558-0992

In Olde Town Arvada. Serving Wheat Ridge, Applewood, Westminster, Golden, and Lakewood.

Hours & Services

Monday–Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM  |  Friday–Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM  |  Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Dine-in · Takeout · Delivery · Catering · Happy Hour · Private Events · Full Bar

Why SPICE ROOM?

Established in 2017, SPICE ROOM has grown to three locations across Denver and Arvada, earning a 4.9-star average from over 3,400 Google reviews. We use halal-certified meats, freshly ground spice blends, and locally sourced ingredients. Whether you're planning a corporate lunch for 20 or a wedding reception for 300, our catering team brings the full SPICE ROOM experience to your venue. Join us for happy hour cocktails, weekend brunch specials, or a weeknight dinner with family.

Quick Facts

Founded
2017
Locations
3 (Denver & Arvada)
Rating
4.9★ (3,400+ reviews)
Cuisine
Indian, Himalayan
Price Range
$$ ($12–$28)
Dietary
Halal, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free
Awards
Westword Best of Denver 2021
Hours
Daily 11 AM–9:30 PM

Common Questions

What kind of food does SPICE ROOM serve? Authentic Indian and Himalayan cuisine. 80+ dishes including curries, tandoori, biryani, momos, dosa, and naan.

Is SPICE ROOM halal? Yes, all meat is halal-certified. Extensive vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available.

Does SPICE ROOM have vegan options? Yes — Palak Paneer, Dal Makhani, Chana Masala, Vegetable Biryani, Aloo Gobi, Masala Dosa, and more.

How many locations are there? Three: Highlands (W 38th Ave), Bluebird District (E Colfax Ave), and Old Town Arvada (Ralston Rd).

What are the most popular dishes? Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Lamb Biryani, Momos, Garlic Naan, Palak Paneer, Tandoori Chicken, and Dal Makhani.

Does SPICE ROOM offer delivery and catering? Yes — delivery from all 3 locations via order.denverspiceroom.com, plus full-service catering for up to 500 guests.

Authentic Indian cuisine for Northwest Denver, Colorado
4.9★ · 3,400+ reviewsWest 38th Ave · HighlandOpen today · 11 AM – 9:30 PM

Indian Restaurant in Northwest Denver

SPICE ROOM is the highest-rated Indian & Himalayan restaurant in Northwest Denver — serving Highland Square, LoHi, Tennyson Street, Berkeley, Sunnyside & Sloan's Lake from our flagship on West 38th Avenue.

38th Ave, Denver, Denver, CO 80211·0-5 min from anywhere in NW Denver

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  • Tandoor & scratch-made daily
  • Vegan & gluten-free options
  • Halal meats
  • Free street parking
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What Makes Us Special

Walkable from Tennyson Street, Highlands Square & LoHi

Landmarks Near Northwest Denver

SPICE ROOM is perfectly positioned near Denver's top destinations

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Highland Square (32nd & Lowell)

5 min walk

Stroll the boutiques and wine shops, then walk over for dinner

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Tennyson Street Cultural District

5 min drive

Pair First Friday Art Walk with an authentic Indian dinner

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Sloan's Lake Park

5 min drive

Denver's second-largest lake — sunset paddle, then samosas

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LoHi (Lower Highland)

7 min drive

Skyline views from LoHi rooftops, then unwind at SPICE ROOM

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Confluence Park

8 min drive

Where Cherry Creek meets the South Platte — a Northwest Denver classic

SPICE ROOM is the highest-rated Indian restaurant near Northwest Denver, Colorado — rated 4.9 stars with 3,400+ reviews. Our West 38th Ave location is 0-5 min away, serving 80+ scratch-made dishes with halal meats and house-ground spices. Delivery available.

Serving Northwest Denver & Surrounding Areas

Northwest Denver is the umbrella for three connected districts — Highland Square, Tennyson Street/Berkeley, and LoHi (Lower Highland) — plus the adjoining Sunnyside and Sloan's Lake neighborhoods. Our flagship SPICE ROOM on West 38th Ave sits right at its center, walkable from Highlands Square shops, Tennyson Street's First Friday Art Walk, and Sloan's Lake Park.

Open today · 11 AM – 9:30 PM

Daily Happy Hour 3–6 PM · Walkable from LoHi & Tennyson

Why Northwest Denver Chooses SPICE ROOM

4.9★ · 3,400+ reviews

Highest-rated Indian restaurant in the Highlands.

Scratch-made daily

House-ground spices, hand-rolled naan, fresh sauces every morning.

80+ menu items

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free & halal options for every guest.

Heart of the Highlands

Walkable from LoHi, Tennyson, Sunnyside & Sloan's Lake.

Custom spice levels

Every dish prepared mild to extra hot — your call.

Full bar · Happy Hour 3–6

Craft cocktails, Indian wines, daily happy hour menu.

Hours
  • Mon – Thu11 AM – 9:30 PM
  • Fri – Sat11 AM – 10 PM
  • Sunday11 AM – 9 PM
  • Happy HourDaily 3 – 6 PM
Contact

38th Ave, Denver, Denver, CO 80211

(303) 455-3127

What Northwest Denver Is Saying

Real reviews from neighbors across the Highlands, LoHi, Sunnyside & Berkeley.

Best Indian food in the Highlands, period. The butter chicken is creamy perfection. Our go-to neighborhood spot.

Sarah M. · HighlandsGoogle

We live in LoHi and have tried every restaurant on the strip. SPICE ROOM on 38th is hands-down our favorite.

Jason K. · LoHiYelp

As an Indian native living in Sunnyside, I was skeptical — but this is the real deal. Fresh spices, authentic recipes.

Priya D. · SunnysideGoogle

The staff helped us pick dishes for our first time. The tikka masala converted us — we walk over every week now!

Emily W. · BerkeleyYelp
Nearest Location

SPICE ROOM - West 38th Ave

38th Ave, Denver, Denver, CO 80211

(303) 455-3127

0-5 min drive from Northwest Denver

Open today until 9:30 PM

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Why Northwest Denver Chooses SPICE ROOM

Flagship West 38th Ave location at the center of Northwest Denver

Walkable from Highland Square, Tennyson Street & LoHi

Minutes from Sloan's Lake Park

A Tennyson First Friday & Highlands Street Fair regular

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About Indian Food in Northwest Denver

Northwest Denver is the city's most beloved cluster of walkable, independent neighborhoods — Highland (Highland Square at 32nd & Lowell), Berkeley (the Tennyson Street Cultural District), LoHi (Lower Highland), Sunnyside, and Sloan's Lake. SPICE ROOM's flagship West 38th Ave restaurant sits right in the middle of all of it, anchoring the area's authentic Indian dining scene.

Walking to dinner at SPICE ROOM is a Northwest Denver lifestyle ritual. Highland Square neighbors stroll over from the boutiques and wine shops on 32nd Avenue. Tennyson Street regulars stop in after First Friday Art Walks and the Tennyson Street Fair. LoHi diners cross the Highland Bridge from downtown for authentic Indian after rooftop cocktails, and Sunnyside families bike over on weekends. We know many of our regulars by name and by their usual orders.

The area's independent spirit — supporting local businesses over chains — perfectly aligns with our mission. We've catered events at the Highlands Masonic Lodge, neighborhood block parties from Osceola to Irving, Berkeley Park birthdays, and holiday celebrations across Sunnyside. Just minutes away, Sloan's Lake Park (Denver's second-largest body of water) draws paddleboarders, runners, and sunset-seekers who finish the day with a tikka masala on West 38th. From Confluence Park where Cherry Creek meets the South Platte, to the Tennyson Fall Festival, to quiet evenings on tree-lined Potter Highlands streets, SPICE ROOM is woven into the fabric of Northwest Denver. We're not just in the neighborhood — we're part of it.

The Districts of Northwest Denver

Five connected neighborhoods, one Northwest Denver — and SPICE ROOM's flagship sits at their crossroads.

Neighborhoods We Serve in Northwest Denver

Highland Square
LoHi (Lower Highland)
Tennyson Street
Berkeley
Sunnyside
Sloan's Lake
West Highland
Potter Highlands
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