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Russell's Smokehouse, Denver, CO

Russell's Smokehouse

4.2
4.2
684 Reviews
$30 and under
Barbecue
1422 Larimer St., Denver, CO 80202

About this restaurant

  • Romantic
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
Russell’s Smokehouse is a nod to an early time, to the spirit of the West and the cowboy tradition of cooking over a slow, low flame. Our specialty is not in the sauce (which is why we don't call it barbecue), but in the rich smoke and the method of cooking.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Monday-Saturday: 11:00am - 3:00pm Dinner: Sunday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Monday - Thursday: 3:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 3:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Frank Bonanno
  • Catering
    Why yes, we do cater. Please contact catering@bonannoconcepts.com
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Cross street
    Between 14th & 15th on Larimer
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

What 684 people are saying

Russell's Smokehouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2
4.2 based on all time ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 2.3Value

NoiseModerate

684 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Denver9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! It was my grandmothers 77th birthday! Excellent service and even better food!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Denver8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So delicious. One of the best bbq spots in denver

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  3. WendyR

    Los Angeles11 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on February 29, 2020

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Our waiter never came back after the water order. We waited 15-20 minutes in an empty restaurant. We didn’t get the opportunity to eat anything because we left without anyone even noticing.

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  4. TomB

    Denver6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 29, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyed restaurant week at Russell's. The food was very good.

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  5. NZAM

    Denver1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 28, 2020

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We went for restaurant week, but we didn’t get the deal because no where it said it start at 5pm. The food was really bland. It only tasted good with the bbq sauce.

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 28, 2020

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Brisket was dry and Mac and cheese portion was really small

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  7. JohnetteC

    Tulsa2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on February 28, 2020

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Worst BBQ I've tasted. Overpriced, run of the mill food. Rude staff.

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  8. Halle

    Denver1 review

    2.0

    Dined on February 28, 2020

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Our service was subpar, we let two staff members know how the food was dissatisfying, but they couldn't care less. The steak was too salty, and they made it clear that wasn't a priority to them. No need to return here.

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  9. ElizabethS

    Seattle1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 27, 2020

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was average; lacked seasoning. Side portions were small and bland. Atmosphere and service was good.

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  10. Isiw

    Chicago36 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 24, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent and interesting cocktails, meats that are done by people who care. Neither boiled/baked to death, nor stickily sauced. Meaty and perfectly done with three excellent sauces (regular, hot, mustard-based) on the table. Great digs, too. A real pleasure.

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Russell's Smokehouse is rated 4.2 stars by 684 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Russell's Smokehouse

1422 Larimer St., Denver, CO 80202

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between 14th & 15th on Larimer
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Monday-Saturday: 11:00am - 3:00pm Dinner: Sunday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Monday - Thursday: 3:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 3:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Frank Bonanno
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Why yes, we do cater. Please contact catering@bonannoconcepts.com
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
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