El Five Menu (Update 2025)

El Five is a tapas/small plates Mediterranean restaurant and cocktail bar located in Denver, Colorado. Offering a diverse menu with vegan options and limited vegetarian choices, El Five provides a trendy and upscale dining experience. With stunning views of downtown Denver, the ambiance is sophisticated and inviting. The menu features dishes like Chicken croquettes, Lamb shanks, Goat cheese croquettes, Sea bass, and Paella, all served with attention to detail and quality ingredients. Customers have praised the impeccable service and delicious cocktails, making it a popular choice for special occasions or casual dining. Whether enjoying a romantic evening or gathering with friends, El Five offers a memorable dining experience with top-notch food and exceptional service.

Mezze

Spreads Of The Med

Peanut & Charred Carrot Hummus, Muhammara, Artichoke, Gigante Beans, Turkish Eggplant, House Pita

$28.00

Jamon Serrano & Cameros Cheese

Quince Jam, Marcona Almonds, Honeycomb, Pan Con Tomate

$18.00

Lebanese Garlic Dip

Olives, Almonds, Pomegranate, House Pita

$14.00

Smoked Burrata

Guanciale, Pickled Rhubarb, Greens, Favas, Pea Puree, Cannellini Beans, Calabrian Chilis, Pecorino Toscano Vin

$20.00

Moroccan Lamb Sausage

Hummus, Fava Beans, Feta, Tomato, Pea Tendrils, Lemon, Mint, House Pita

$19.00

Goat Cheese Croquettas

Crispy Jamon, Frisee, Marconas, Mastic Chili Honey

$14.00

Patatas Bravas

Chorizo, Salsa Brava, Garlic Aioli, Sherry Gastrique

$13.00

Kauai Shrimp

Crispy Potato, Leeks, Peppers, Fennel Soubise, Chili Emulsion

$19.00

Harissa Eggplant Fries

Crispy Garlic, Honey Glaze, Dill, Mint, Lemon Yogurt

$14.00

Butter Poached Lobster

Bottarga, Asparagus, Kumquats, Radish, Chilis, Fregola, Green Sorrel Puree

$22.00

Mushroom Bourekas

Feta, Chilis, Honey Labneh, Spring Onion, Spiced Almonds, Herb Oil

$14.00

European Sea Bass

Nduja, Olive Oil Potatoes, Capers, Olives, Crispy Lemon, Red Onion Jam

$22.00

Matzo Ball Soup Dumplings

Chicken Sausage, Mirepoix, Bouillon, Lemon Olive Oil, Dill

$14.00

Grilled Hanger Steak

Porcini Rub, Herbed Farro, Foraged Mushrooms, Gremolata, Radish, Chocolate-Mint Pesto

$21.00

Crujientes

Brick Dough, Green Chickpeas, Pepitas, Smoked Goat Cheese, Fennel Salad, Spinach Toum

$14.00

Chickpea Pancakes "Tacos" ()

Yogurt Braised Lamb Shank, Pickled Onion, Preserved Lemon, Pomegranate, Green Zhoug

$19.00

Tapas De Gibraltar

Paella

Coliflor Paella

Turmeric Chicken, Cauliflower "Rice", Tetilla Cheese, Spring Vegetables, Pomegranate, Spiced Almonds, Onion Jam

$30.00

Carne Paella

Basque Salumi, Lomo, Lamb Merguez, Chorizo, Bomba Rice, Peppers, Aioli, Salsa Verde

$38.00

Seafood Paella

Shrimp, Crab, Mussels, Clams, Rockfish, Bomba Rice, Sofrito Aioli, Saffron

$40.00

Mushroom Paella

Herbed Stracciatella, Poached Egg, Spring Vegetables, Paprika Aioli, Oloroso Gastrique

$37.00

Chocolate Baklava

Almonds, Pistachio, Honey Cardamom Yogurt

$10.00

Malabi

Orange Blossom, Sesame Tuile, Pistachio Butter, Strawberry-Rhubarb Compote

$10.00

Basque Cheesecake

Honeycomb Brittle, Macerated Grapes, Cider Reduction

$10.00

Spiced Dragees

Dark Chocolate, Hazelnuts

$5.00

Chocolate Terrine

Caramelized White Chocolate, Turkish Delight, Candied Orange, Passionfruit Coulis

$11.00

Dessert Tapas