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Buckhorn Exchange

4.5
4.5
1421 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 42 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Steakhouse

  • Hours of operation

    SUPPER Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 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

  • Neighborhood

    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

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What 1,421 people are saying

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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  1. Dikaia

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All the wild meats… soo good, even the “original sack lunch”!
  2. Edenb

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing team served us quickly and happily. Food was great, altogether a great experience
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated my wife’s birthday. Food and service were excellent!
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once in a lifetime experience! The history of the place oozes from the walls. The game meats are a must try!
  5. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, as always. Solid, attentive service. I enjoy the rustic ambiance.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I don’t know that I have had better service to be honest. I was with a group of 10 and there wasn’t a time our drinks went below half full. Food was prompt cooked properly this was a great experience!
  7. Jimjam

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good steaks. Love the historical information about the restaurant.
  8. Katie

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall2food1service3ambience1
    Steak was not prepared how we asked - was very rare and cold. Server was nice but often got items wrong, especially cocktails. Extra staff was accommodating but was often reaching over us and getting in personal space. Not accommodating to dietary restrictions (no veggie options besides small side salad). Overall, thought this place was overrated and outdated.
  9. jaker

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Meal was great and the building was even better. The apple pie was fantastic.
  10. JohnY

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Great service with very good alt food offerings. Really liked the Rocky Mountain oysters.
  11. SteveY

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Last ate here 30 years ago and the place is still incredible. Enjoy meals you won't find anywhere else made by chefs who know what they're doing.
  12. StephenS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Unique restaurant with a unique menu. Both the food and service are excellent. Easy access on the light rail. Great place for history buffs or people who want something other than the standard American restaurant fare.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was unbelievable. Food was great, atmosphere was great, but the standout was how pleasant everyone was, from the hostess to the wait staff to the people refilling the waters. An awesome evening!
  14. SarahH

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience3
    While the environment was cool if you are into hunting and history the food was absolutely terrible. Made both my husband and I sick, had no flavor, and was definitely overpriced for what it is.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    17 reviews

    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    If you want a unique experience and different meats this is a good place to go. We got a couple of different meats at our table and the elk, bison and steak were cooked very well but the salmon was over cooked and dry. The sides were good but not remarkable. We would go back again if we were with someone who wanted the experience, but it won’t be somewhere we go out of our way to go again.
  16. CowDoc

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Came to get wild game flavors I'm dishes I couldn't provide at home. Food was very bland, chairs were very uncomfortable. Service was excellent.
  17. JosephS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Great food, personal friendly, just felt a bit pushed to finish and leave. Otherwise great place with lots of character.
  18. TrudyK

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delightful evening at the Buckhorn Exchange. Food, service, drinks and atmosphere over the top. Special occasion with my brother and it was perfect!
  19. JoelW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Salmon just a bit over done me. Other food was outstanding
  20. Marlene

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    Beef was dry, Elk steak with too small (looked like 5 oz) breading on aoppetizers bland. We were there in 2014 and were very pleased. This visit was disappointing. Food not worth the money.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Saitama

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Birthday they didn’t even care about it. Sad experience. Just an old house
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Could upgrade the basics - seating, plates, etc. felt cheap. Atmosphere however is cool and food overall fine as well. Dropped $300 on Dinner for two so I guess I expected a little more.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Prices are a bit higher than a few years back when we visited. Always a nice place to have some time pass if flight is later out of DEN.
  24. OnolicousFoodie

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Buckhorn Exchange is my Favorite restaurant to dine at in Denver due to its history, variety of delicious Wild Game meals and unique ambiance and decor. The fact that there are hauntings in the women's bathroom make the mystique of the oldest restaurant in Denver even more intriguing. Try the Bison Prime Rib, Elk and Colorado Lamb Chops or get a wild game combo or sampler platter! I'll be back soon!
  25. Jen3

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They were ready for our party and seated us right away. The food was spectacular! Great ambiance. Such a fun place to go to with lots of history!
  26. BelindaJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We couldn't fault our experience, our service was on point and full of humour, the meat was cooked to perfection! We have waited 10 years to go here, as the last 2 times we have travelled from Australia it has been closed!!! Definatly worth the wait
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lots of history here along with great food and drinks. Our first visit but not our last. The bison was tender enough to get with a fork! Highly recommended
  28. Maple

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    Food was just ok. Not worth the price. Supposedly it's under seasoned because that's how the pioneers did it. I wouldn't go back by choice. Except maybe for the Dutch apple pie with that butter rum sauce and vanilla ice cream. That would be worth trying again. Also the wait staff was over zealous and kept trying to take my plates while they were still full of food.
  29. LindaW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambience. Mounts all over are so interesting. Service was very good. Food excellent
  30. JonP

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    We requested upstairs seating in our open table RSVP. When we got there they informed us that the upstairs was not open and seated us downstairs. Later during the meal I took a walk to the downstairs “facility” (lavatory) and I was directed upstairs which was open and fully staffed with PLENTY of seating. Service was great. My meal of babyback ribs was dry and tough. I make baby back ribs at home that are MUCH better. All and all, I personally feel the BHE is a novelty you should do at least once. We had fun but probably would not be back. Note: I’m not a red meat/game food eater. We went at my wife’s request for her birthday. She enjoyed her bison prime rib. Peace. Out!
  31. JeffN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jeovanni (geo) was great. Knowledgeable about the history of the place and told some great stories.
  32. Pete

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Another nice dinner with a guest who had not been to the Buckhorn. She loved it
  33. Jenn

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service always great! This is our go to place for special events.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding from top to bottom, great service all around
  35. michelem

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    A bit disappointing! Quality of the steak was not prime, even though it said on the menu it was. Pretty tasteless and dry, even though we ordered medium rare. Salmon had good flavor, but way over cooked. Mad potatoes were Luke warm. We booked for a birthday and it was never recognized. Love the wild animal atmosphere, but would just come for a drink in the future!
  36. WhitF

    Denver

    7 reviews

    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience1
    Food was terrible. The cut of meat was very poor quality for both the special and off the menu items and very overcooked. Salads were wilty as if they were made the day before. Our waitress was great. The bathrooms were dirty.
  37. BellaAustin

    Houston

    35 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    If you’ve ever been to the famous steakhouse in Amarillo (there’s only one), this is similar, more taxidermy, and more game on menu service was great. Food was pretty darn good, fun do kids. A little on the pricey side. Light wine selection, good whiskey selection. Do it at least once! We’ll be back for sure.
  38. GeoffC

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing restaurant with great history. Service was excellent. Food was outstanding. Loved trying some game that I’ve never had and it was so good. If you’re in Denver you have to experience this restaurant. It’s one of a kind.
  39. AmandaK

    Denver

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Overall service was good, it was Valentine’s Day so the bussers they had were all over you trying to take your plate every time you put your fork down. 🙈 the rattlesnake queso is way overpriced (over $30) and has very strong lime taste. That was pretty much the main flavor you got out of it. Our steak (porterhouse) was cooked perfectly but had no flavor.
  40. SheriP

    Denver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Buckhorn Exchange is one of those places that you just have to experience. The food is not your usual fare so that makes it even better. Just be prepared to spend a little more... Make sure to walk around and check the place out.

FAQs

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

Buckhorn Exchange is rated 4.5 stars by 1421 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 PM


Booked 42 times today
Google Map for Buckhorn Exchange

1000 Osage St, Denver, CO 80204-3918

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Central

  • Hours of operation

    SUPPER Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm

  • 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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