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Buckhorn Exchange - Buckhorn Exchange, Denver, CO
Buckhorn Exchange - Buckhorn Exchange, Denver, CO
Buckhorn Exchange - Buckhorn Exchange, Denver, CO
Buckhorn Exchange - Buckhorn Exchange, Denver, CO
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Buckhorn Exchange

4.6
4.6
2256 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 p.m.

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Booked 43 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Welcome to a taste of history!

Denver’s original steakhouse, The Buckhorn Exchange is located in the city’s oldest neighborhood, just 5-minutes from downtown Denver -- with a light-rail stop right across the street. This National Historic Landmark and Western Museum has been serving the finest in Old West fare since 1893.

Prime grade beef steaks, buffalo prime rib, elk, salmon, quail, game hen, and succulent baby-back pork ribs are just some of the marvelous offerings on the Buckhorn menu. Exotic appetizers such as alligator tail and buffalo sausage are available, and no dinner is complete without the house specialty, Rocky Mountain Oysters.

For lunch we serve up a lighter fare including our renowned Grandma Fanny’s pot roast sandwich, enormous beef and buffalo burgers and more!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    SUPPER Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (303) 534-9505
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us as we would love to accommodate your private party. You can call us at 303-534-9505 or email us at Info@buckhorn.com
  • Neighbourhood
    Central
  • Parking details
    Our parking is adjacent to the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    10th Avenue and Osage stop
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wi-Fi available, Wine

What 2,256 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Buckhorn Exchange offers a "unique and historic atmosphere" perfect for a "memorable dining experience." Known for its "impeccable service" and authentic Old West charm, this Denver icon serves a variety of delicious game meats like buffalo and elk. While some find it pricey, others appreciate the "rich history" and "fun ambiance."
2,256 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great historic restaurant. Must visit if you’ve never been.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We appreciate you and hope to see you again soon!

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  2. Thomas

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Had mixed emotions about this place. Great atmosphere, drinks and one of the best Buffalo Prime Ribs I’ve ever had were hard pressed to make up for the service and just astronomical pricing of some items on the menu. Drinks were close to $20, while tasty, were a little on the high side. When a plain house salad is $11.00, it kind of makes you wonder why? Another thing I hate with a place trying to be high end is when they just throw the food at you. Hadn’t finished half of my $7.50 up charged Caesar salad when they were dropping the main dish on me? Let me finish my food! My wife had Beef Tips that were just super salty and inedible, had them take them away but were left on the check! Might have been nice to be offered a dessert for compensation. Would go back for that prime rib and drinks, but that’s about it.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Thomas! We're glad you enjoyed our atmosphere and drinks, but sorry to hear about the high prices and some dishes not meeting your expectations. We take your comments about service and portion sizes seriously and will use them to improve. We hope to serve you Beef Tips you'll love next time. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us so that we can do better. We hope you'll give us another opportunity to exceed your expectations!

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  3. John

    VIP

    Charleston

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome location for non-vegetarians! The whole atmosphere is amazing and the unique food options are so unique and excellent. Service is great…perfect for business or personal!
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 2 days ago
    Hey John, Thanks for the glowing review! We're thrilled you enjoyed our unique food and unique atmosphere at Buckhorn Exchange. We're glad you appreciated our service, especially for business or personal occasions. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Best, The Management Team

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  4. Robin

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome service. Fascinating history. The rooms and decor reflected attention to detail. I shared steak for two. It was very good though I wouldn’t give it an outstanding. The sautéed mushrooms and herbed butter were amazing. All in all a great evening.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Robin! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Buckhorn Exchange. It's wonderful to know that our attention to detail and unique history added to your experience. We're also glad to hear that you enjoyed the steak and the sautéed mushrooms with herbed butter. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience for all our guests. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for another great evening. Best regards, The Management Team

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  5. Luree

    Denver

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My dining companion had never been to the Buckhorn Exchange before, so I saw one of my favorite restaurants (and Denver's most historic) through his eyes: impeccable service (thank you, Sarah!), great food (especially the salmon appetizer), good selection of bar offerings, all while sitting in what he described as a "museum," even including animal trophies from President Theodore Roosevelt's well-known hunts. The restaurant was buzzing and full when we were there - a perfect indication that Buckhorn Exchange is a must-dine place for one and one's out-of-town guests (I once took French guests there - they loved the unique and historic atmosphere). It's not inexpensive, but there is also an affordable Happy Hour to give you the historic ambiance of Buffalo Bill's Wild West days, too.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Luree! We're thrilled to hear that you and your dining companion enjoyed your experience at Buckhorn Exchange. It's great to know that our service, food, and atmosphere lived up to your expectations. We're also glad that you found our restaurant to be a perfect fit for your guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  6. Adam

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was excellent, no parking and neighborhood was a little shaky
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Adam! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the food and service at Buckhorn Exchange. We take pride in our commitment to providing excellent meals and top-notch service to all our guests. We're sorry to hear that the parking and neighborhood conditions were not to your liking. We appreciate your honesty and will certainly use your feedback to improve. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience! Best regards, The Management Team

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  7. Jason

    Manchester

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, but really you go for the kitschy ambience. It’s just fun

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  8. Byron

    Cambridge

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, fun ambiance and lots of history in the building.

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  9. Greg

    Dallas

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s been 30 years since I have eaten here. Mostly because I moved out of town. Food and service was incredible. Best Buffalo steak I have ever had. Great night with 4 of our dearest friends. My Grandfather used to eat there in the 1930’s. Great night of memories.

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  10. Jon

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything I imagined. I have never spent this much for dinner, but it was worth every dollar I spent. All 6 of us agreed the meal was perfect. Service was excellent. Bianca told us the history of the building and of the Zietz family. Keep her around. She is professional and charming. I would highly recommend your establishment to anyone that would listen. Definitely looking forward to my next meal at the Buckhorn Exchange.

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FAQs

Buckhorn Exchange offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 534-9505.

Buckhorn Exchange is rated 4.6 stars by 2256 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.

Select a time

Booked 43 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Buckhorn Exchange

1000 Osage St, Denver, CO 80204-3918

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Central
  • Hours of Operation
    SUPPER Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Our parking is adjacent to the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    10th Avenue and Osage stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wi-Fi available, Wine
  • Phone number
    (303) 534-9505
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us as we would love to accommodate your private party. You can call us at 303-534-9505 or email us at Info@buckhorn.com
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