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Buckhorn Exchange - Buckhorn Exchange, Denver, CO

Buckhorn Exchange

4.6 (2345)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
1000 Osage St, Denver, CO 80204-3918

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 39 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
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!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    SUPPER Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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 buckhorn.exchange@gmail.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, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wi-Fi available, Wine

What 2,345 people are saying

Buckhorn Exchange reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver

    Steakhouse

  • Denver

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Buckhorn Exchange offers a "unique" and historic dining experience in Denver. Known for its "fantastic" service, the restaurant features an exotic menu with standout items like Rocky Mountain oysters, buffalo prime rib, and elk steaks. The ambiance is rich with history and memorabilia, making it a "must-visit."
2,345 Reviews
  1. Justin

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was phenomenal. The best lamb I’ve ever had. The amount of historical artifacts displayed around the restaurant added to the experience.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Wisconsin1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Steak was mediocre. We did the 4lb strip meal for 4. Cesar salad was somewhat "off" tasting on the dressing. Mashed potatoes was good. Steak was tougher than expected. Char was good. Overall a subpar cut. Wait staff was excellent.

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  3. David

    Orange County7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was beyond incredible! Our server truly made our time at Buckhorn spectacular!! Unfortunately the food was just ok. The Elk and the Bison were over cooked, the apps needs some love and the bar/wine menu needs an overhaul. The interior also needs some love, the taxidermy is incredible but the furniture needs an upgrade.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 3 days ago
    Hello David, Thank you for taking the time to review Buckhorn Exchange. We're thrilled to hear that you had an incredible experience with our service. However, we're sorry to hear that some of our dishes didn't meet your expectations. We take all feedback to heart and will certainly pass this on to our culinary team for review. We're also always looking for ways to improve our guests' experience and your feedback is invaluable to us. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Best regards, The Management Team

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  4. Robert

    New York City9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Pushy, rude waitress trying to move us along at her pace vs ours, tried to push us into the bigger portions and cost options. My steak was overdone and they corrected that, but it took a while. Not sure I’d go back soon

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  5. James VIP

    Denver / Colorado2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Our bill for two people was $200. This restaurant has a reputation of being the oldest in Denver. The buffallo prime rib and elk medalions were tough and no flavor. No presentation. We were very disappointed and will not be back!
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, James. We're truly sorry to hear that your experience at Buckhorn Exchange didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our history and culinary offerings, and we regret that our buffalo prime rib and elk medallions didn't hit the mark this time. We appreciate your comments and will use them to improve our offerings and service. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance in the future. Best, The Management Team

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  6. Peter

    Chicago / Illinois11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Another very nice dinner at the Buckhorn. I’ve been going there for more than 50 years
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Peter, Thank you for being a loyal guest and for taking the time to share your feedback. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Buckhorn Exchange and that our food and service met your expectations. We're always striving to provide the best experience for our guests and your feedback is invaluable to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful dinner soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  7. Lori

    Minneapolis - St. Paul5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My part of the 2-lb Big Steak was fabulous, and I didn't learn until after we left that my partner's wasn't great. He had a lot of gristle in his and was disappointed. We're not sure how this cut slipped through. We've had it in the past, and it was perfect. The service was incredible- Gio & team did a great job
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Lori. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your portion of the Big Steak! We apologize for the discrepancy with your partner's steak. We pride ourselves on our consistency in quality, and it hate to hear that we missed the mark this time. We're glad you appreciated our hospitable service, as we strive to provide a top-notch dining experience. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you! Best regards, The Management Team at Buckhorn Exchange

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  8. Raymond

    Denver / Colorado7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    It’s a unique experience, being the oldest restaurant, but food quality leaves something to be desired. Their prices are near end but the food quality is so so. If you have an urge to try game or bird, sure please try. If you want quality service and food then try another steakhouse.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Raymond. We're sorry to hear that our food didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our culinary offerings and we appreciate your feedback on this. We also aim to provide exceptional service and it's disappointing to know that we fell short during your visit. Your comments will help us improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you with our food and service. Thanks again for your review.

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  9. Liz

    New Orleans / Louisiana4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant was top-notch! They served great food and excellent service. The place was filled with decorations and memorabilia from the past, which made it even more interesting and unique. We tried the Rocky Mountain Oysters—and they were definitely a must-try! The lady who served us was very helpful, offering great menu suggestions and tips on how to best enjoy the food. Mind you, it’s the oldest restaurant in Denver—definitely a must-visit!
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Elizabeth, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Buckhorn Exchange! It's fantastic to know that our food and service met your expectations. We're especially glad that you enjoyed the Rocky Mountain Oysters and that you reserved excellent, hospitable service from our staff. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you back for more memorable experiences. Best, The Management Team

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  10. Michelle

    Mobile3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Buckhorn was such an interesting find. We were looking to eat somewhere that wasn’t a chain and was unique. This is the place!! The buffalo tenderloin was amazing and so was the bean soup. Take your time and look around and ask your server for the history of the place.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you, Michelle, for taking the time to leave us such a kind review! We are thrilled to hear you appreciate the unique restaurant experience that we deliver. We love knowing that your meal was delicious and that you enjoyed the historic elements we have to offer. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

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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 2345 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 39 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 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 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, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wi-Fi available, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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 buckhorn.exchange@gmail.com.
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