The Original- Denver

Name: The Original- Denver
Address: 1600 20th St, Denver, Denver, CO, United States, 80202
Telephone: (720) 769-1414
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (461)

$30 and under

American

1600 20th St, Denver, Denver, CO 80202

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2 people

Jul 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Lively
Good for groups

The Original -- The OG -- reinvents the neighborhood eatery, combining timeless inspiration from classic Americana with inventive and playful modern flair. With influences ranging from the 1950s diner to the elegant railway dining cars of days past, you'll find a nostalgic collection of comforts, classics and curiosities with a modern twist.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Daily 7:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(720) 769-1414
Website
https://www.theogdenver.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
For inquiries for private events or groups larger than 12 please email info@theogdenver.com
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
1600 20th St, Denver, Denver, CO 80202
Neighborhood
Downtown / LoDo
Cross street
Wynkoop & 20th Street
Parking details
Valet and Garage parking are located on Wazee St. between 19th and 20th St. Valet is $15 when you have your ticket.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Fully Stacked - JULY 2025
Jul 1, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025
Get ready to flip for our Fully Stacked pancake of the month! Old Fashioned Pancakes: dig into a fluffy stack of three buttermilk pancakes, studded with luxardo cherries, orange segments, bourbon caramel sauce, orange zest, and luxardo cherry butter.
Zest for Life
May 1, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025
Brunch with bold, lively flavors that keep the vibes high and your taste buds buzzing - each bite packed with zest, leaving you wanting more! Special menu includes BBQ Brisket Burger, made with a 5oz smash patty, sliced BBQ brisket, and topped with haystack onions and coleslaw; alongside the return of an OG signature item, Chilaquiles made with tortilla chips, enchilada sauce and cheese topped with an over easy egg. Available: May 1 - July 31, 2025
Banana Bash
Aug 9, 2025 - Aug 10, 2025
It's Banana Ball time in the Mile High City. We're throwing an OG Banana Bash that's as bold and fun as the game itself. Swing by for a taste of our all-star specials.

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What 461 people are saying

The Original- Denver reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Loved For

Denver / Colorado
Great for brunch
Denver
Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Original in Denver offers an upbeat and vibrant atmosphere with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." The menu delights with options like "funnel cake fries" and "veggie Benedict." Guests appreciate the "friendly, smiley staff" and the decor's "old diner vibe." Perfect for brunch, it's "definitely recommended."

461 Reviews

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Kimry
Las Vegas3 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 5, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Disappointing tasting food. Much more basic taste than it looks.
The Original- DenverResponded on July 9, 2025
Hi Kimry, thank you for sharing your feedback—we're genuinely sorry to hear the food didn’t live up to your expectations. At The OG, we’re all about delivering bold flavors that match our playful, eye-catching presentation, so it’s disappointing to hear we missed the mark this time. Your comments are valuable and have been shared with our culinary team as we continue to refine every dish. We’d love another chance to wow you with a more flavorful experience next time you're brunching in Denver. The Team at The OG
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Andrew
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on July 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jeremy was our waiter and he was an amazing staff. Always made sure we had what we needed. Food was great and an overall great experience.
The Original- DenverResponded on July 9, 2025
Hey Andrew, thanks so much for the kind words! We’re over the moon to hear Jeremy took such great care of you—he’s a true brunch MVP and we’ll be sure to pass along your shoutout! It’s awesome to know the food and vibes made your visit such a great experience. We’re all about serving up feel-good moments and flavors here in Denver, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another round of OG hospitality soon! #BeOG
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Beth VIP
Denver / Colorado7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a fun spot! We had a great brunch. Service was excellent, even with a packed house. Will definitely be back and definitely will recommend.
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Tiara
Oklahoma City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
10 out of 10. Super easy to make a reservation although wait times weren't terrible if you didn't make one. We did make a reservation and someone took our table (we really did not care - it was actually kind of funny) but once the manager and hostess realized it (which was super fast) they were able to seat us and took such good care of us. Everyone was super nice. My husband and I shared the funnel cake fries, I got the chicken & biscuits and he got the short rib Benedict. All were very good. The decor was a vibe. I loved the atmosphere. I am adding this to one of my go to brunch spots when I visit Denver.
The Original- DenverResponded on June 28, 2025
Hey Tiara! We’re feeling all the love—thank you for this glowing review! First off, big cheers to you for rolling with the table mix-up (you’ve got the best attitude!), and major shoutout to our host and management team for making it right quickly. It means so much that you and your husband enjoyed the funnel cake fries, chicken & biscuits, and short rib Benedict—such solid picks! We’re thrilled to be on your Denver brunch list and can’t wait to welcome you back next time you're in town. With gratitude, The OG Team 💛
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Debra
Unspecified1 review
4.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Bright. inviting space love that it is in the Rally Hotel. Serverwas great Food was very good. Will be back to try more of the menu.
The Original- DenverResponded on June 28, 2025
Hi Debra! Thanks so much for the lovely review—we’re so glad you enjoyed the bright, welcoming vibe of our space and that our team took great care of you! Thrilled to hear the food hit the mark, and we can’t wait for you to come back and explore more of the menu (there’s a lot to love!). See you again soon for another round of deliciousness! Warmly, The OG Team 💛
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Katie VIP
Atlanta30 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 18, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food was very good, but our waitress didn’t seem very happy to be there. Unfortunately, it lowered our experience quite a bit.
The Original- DenverResponded on June 28, 2025
Hi Katie, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. While we're so glad to hear you enjoyed the food, we're truly sorry to learn that the service didn’t match the same level. That’s not the warm, welcoming atmosphere we strive for, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention—it helps us do better. We’d love the chance to create a more positive, all-around experience for you next time. Hope to welcome you back soon for a brighter visit! Warmly, The OG Team 💛
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Melissa
California Central Coast10 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food great service. Loved the menu! Right downtown in all the action. Had the veggie Benedict, egg was cooked perfectly.
The Original- DenverResponded on June 28, 2025
Hi Melissa! Thank you so much for the awesome review! We’re thrilled you loved the menu and felt the downtown energy—it’s one of the reasons we love being here, right in the heart of it all. So glad the veggie Benedict hit the spot (a fan favorite!), and huge shoutout to our kitchen team for that perfectly cooked egg. We can’t wait to serve you up another memorable brunch soon! Cheers, Team OG 🥂
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Mallory
Denver / Colorado1 review
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a great Father’s Day brunch on Saturday, our server was wonderful and took care of absolutely everything. The food was delicious and came out quickly, will visit again!
The Original- DenverResponded on June 28, 2025
Hi Mallroy! Thanks so much for celebrating Father’s Day weekend with us—we’re thrilled to hear you had such a smooth and delicious brunch! Huge kudos to your server for taking great care of your table, and we’re so glad the food hit the spot. Can’t wait to have you back for another visit (we’ve got plenty more goodness waiting for you)! See you again soon, – The OG Crew 💛🥂
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Daniel
San Diego1 review
3.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The settings absolutely amazing and in a great part of town. Food attempts to stand out, however not so well executed. Cocktails are fantastic.
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Charnjit
Philadelphia County9 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and a great setting with excellent service. Could not ask for more.
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FAQs

The Original- Denver offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (720) 769-1414.

The Original- Denver is rated 4.6 stars by 461 OpenTable diners.

The Original- Denver does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

1600 20th St, Denver, Denver, CO 80202

Additional information

Cross street
Wynkoop & 20th Street
Neighborhood
Downtown / LoDo
Hours of operation
Daily 7:00 am–3:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet and Garage parking are located on Wazee St. between 19th and 20th St. Valet is $15 when you have your ticket.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.theogdenver.com/
Phone number
(720) 769-1414
Private party facilities
For inquiries for private events or groups larger than 12 please email info@theogdenver.com

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

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The Original- Denver

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Gift card

Experiences

Fully Stacked - JULY 2025

Zest for Life

Banana Bash

Ask Concierge
AI Beta

Menu

What 461 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Original- Denver offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Original- Denver restaurant rated?

Does The Original- Denver offer gift cards?

Is The Original- Denver currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information

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