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Guard & Grace

4.8
4.8
4799 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Chef Troy Guard’s largest and most exciting concept, Guard and Grace, is a 9,000 square ft. modern American steakhouse located at 1801 California Street in downtown Denver. The sophisticated new space offers private dining areas, one of Denvers largest patios, an expansive raw bar, a wood burning oven and open kitchen.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 60 times today
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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    Steakhouse, Contemporary American

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Tue–Thu 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (303) 293-8500

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Troy Guard

  • Private party facilities

    Guard and Grace is a modern steakhouse by Chef/Owner Troy Guard, which offers the finest prime steaks and freshest seafood available. Inviting dining rooms and large lounges offer a wonderful place to dine and socialize.

  • Private party contact

    Ally Wolf: (303) 293-8500

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown / LoDo

  • Cross street

    18th Street

  • Parking details

    Valet parking is available for $20 on California St. north of 18th.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,799 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Denver / Colorado

    Steakhouse

  • Denver / Colorado

    Most Booked

  • Denver

    Best Service

  • Denver

    Great for fine wines

  • Denver

    Steakhouse

  • Denver

    Most Booked

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  1. StevenD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you Chef Troy, The food, service and experience was amazing. The “Missing Man” table was the perfect touch to an extraordinary meal. Thank you again for the military support during this Memorial’s Day remembrance..
  2. DiningDoug

    Denver

    124 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    124 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Everything was excellent! Our server was great, explaining everything and coaching on how to order so everyone can enjoy. Cocktails were very good. The barrel aged old fashioned was very good as was the tiger blood. The Garden Grace is a great gin cocktail, very fresh. The gnocchi was delicious as was the grilled octopus. Loved the Brussel sprouts too. We shared the filet flight and cowboy steak and added some shrimp for the surf and turf. Of course the sticky toffee dessert was delicious, and the deconstructed blueberry crumble was incredible. Overall a very enjoyable evening.

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoThank you so much for taking the time to share such a lovely experience. We are thrilled to see our team was able to create such a lovely experience for you and we cannot wait to create many more memorable moments for you in the future!!

  3. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An unbelievable meal and experience. TYFYS!!!!!!!!

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoThank you so much!

  4. denverfoodfreak

    Denver

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always amazing! We love Guard and Grace. The best gnocchi dish. The best steak, of course. And the best atmosphere.

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoThank you so much!!

  5. AaronL

    Denver

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great waiter and one of the best dinners I have ever had!

    Guard & GraceResponded 2 days agoAaron, thank you!!

  6. SophiaV

    New Mexico

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was the best experience ever! We went for our 5 year anniversary and thoroughly enjoyed the food, and servicen I would recommend it to anyone looking to celebrate.

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoSophia, thank you so much!!

  7. SandyA

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Blown away by how great the service was. Meal was phenomenal, ambiance is great. It was just a beautiful evening!

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoSandy, thank you so much!! We are beyond thrilled to see our team was able to create such an amazing experience for your occasion and we are excited to WOW you in the future!

  8. CCcolo

    Denver

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful dinner, everything was amazing. Great food! Andrew was our server and he was amazing.

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoThank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience!!

  9. JuliaO

    Houston

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good experience. Nice signature cocktail “short story long”.

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoJulia, thank you so much!!

  10. BrendaZ

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Took a colleague out to dinner, and we shared multiple appetizers, including the famous beef tartar. Had a berry mocktail that was delicious, and all the entrees were impeccable. Other than the noise level being a little too loud for conversation, Guard and Grace is definitely a go-to for us when we want to impress our friends and guests.

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoBrenda, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience!!

  11. SandyB

    Denver

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Excellent service! Food was very good, except my prime strip steak had quite a bit of gristle. Everything was well prepared. We didn't think the blueberry crumble was very good. A bit pricey for Everything. Very loud for a couple of retired folks.. Open table suggested the valet parking for $12, but when we saw it was actually $20, we parked under the building for $6. All doors to the building were locked from the outside, except the actual G&G doors.

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoSandy, thank you for taking the time to share your experience! Thank you so letting us know about the incorrect pricing on OpenTable we will definitely get that resolved.

  12. NicoleZ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful dinner experience, exceptional service and food !

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoNicole, thank you so much for the kind words!

  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The 4oz steak was the size of a quarter. WAYYY overpriced. The sides were amazing though

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoWe appreciate the stars and for your future experiences with us we are always more than happy to make any special accommodations or offer larger format steaks. Thank you!

  14. Marcie

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The meatloaf was to die for. I'm not sure I've had anything better. I would say that if you are planning on attending G&G for a business lunch meeting, note that it is very loud, so you may want to request a table in a quiet area, as it was very hard to hear and communicate.

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoMarcie. thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We are thrilled our whole team was able to create such a memorable experience for you. We are always happy to accommodate our guests in quieter areas!

  15. Slind

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrated my husband’s birthday here last night. Food & drinks were outstanding, great service, overall awesome experience.

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoThank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We are thrilled our team was able to create such an amazing experience for you!

  16. Shelly

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love it here! We are from NY and have come here everytime we are in the Denver area!

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoShelly, thank you so much!! Coming from NY it is such a high compliment to receive. We appreciate the stars!

  17. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience1
    Pop music was playing too loudly especially for the ambiance of the restaurant, but we were willing to overlook that…until the food arrived. The A5 dumplings were rubbery chewy as if they’d been microwaved. The house salad was a mound of finely chopped cabbage and greens with little to no flavor. The seafood linguine was far too spicy. It was a complete waste of $400+ plus the tip.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Had the grilled octopus appetizer. It was very good. The cod was amazing as were the scallops. We had three people and ordered three sides. Thankfully our waiter advised us to order the half portion. We still had leftovers. It was pricey tho so be prepared.

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoThank you so much for taking the time to share you experience. We are thrilled to see our team was able to create such an amazing experience for you and we cannot wait to do it all over again on your next visit!!

  19. IevaM

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A perfect restaurant for a celebration dinner. The ambiance is nice, comfortably chic with a no fuss modern appeal to the layout. Staff was on point and the food was elicited plenty of ooohs and ahhhs from our table. Our bartender pre-dinner was really nice and made the best cocktails...

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoThank you so much, Leva!! We are thrilled to see our team was able to create such a wonderful experience for you!

  20. JohnathanR

    Las Vegas

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    In short, -the food was excellent but pricey for what you get. The sides were well sized. Our steaks were cooked to perfection, but our brussel sprouts were overcooked and salty. Sent them back and by the time they were redone, we were finished with our steaks. - our server seemed tired and was not very helpful with suggestions or the menu. His overall presentation and presence was lacking for an establishment of this caliber. The service was generally slow, but they were busy so it’s to be expected. We had to ask for bread as it wasn’t offered. - the drinks were phenomenal. I had an old fashioned and my wife had a beautiful drink with an orchid in the ice cube (her favorite flower). -the noise level was extra loud mostly due to the very loud and obnoxious guest at the table behind us who was clearly intoxicated. My family and I had to yell at each other at times to be heard. It was exhausting. -the ambience wasn’t bad. The lights were low, music in the background, but the loud guest behind us made it hard to enjoy the moment.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 21, 2023Jonathan, thank you for the stars & taking the time to provide feedback. We always appreciate any and all feedback as it helps us improve on our journey towards culinary excellence and impeccable service. For future reservations we do have quieter seating areas for our guests who prefer a more quiet/intimate ambiance and we can note this in your reservation profile for future experiences. We look forward to having you dine with us again and will be aiming for 5 stars all around.

  21. Laura

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent customer service and food. Amazing experience- whenever the GM is knows how to run a restaurant. At least 5 different people touched our table

    Guard & GraceResponded 3 days agoLaura, thank you so much!!

  22. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Service was great. Food was great. However, we had to wait 20 minutes past our reservation time for our table.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 21, 2023Thank you so much for the stars. We are sorry to see you waited quite a bit past your reservation time but are happy to see the rest of your experience was top notch. We appreciate you sharing this with us and will make sure to share with our teams.

  23. BillTColorado

    Orange County

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Great experience overall. Brian was the best waiter and made our experience even more special.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 21, 2023Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We are thrilled Brian was able to create such a special experience for you and we cannot wait to create many more in the future!

  24. Abcd

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Please see private note. Please see private note.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 21, 2023Thank you so much for sharing! We appreciate the stars.

  25. BeccaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a business dinner here on May 16th and all 6 of us thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The martini's, wine, food, and service was amazing. Our waiter, Albert, was the best waiter most of us have ever had. He is incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and has such a friendly personality. We all said we would go back just to have him as our waiter. Everyone enjoyed their steaks and pasta dishes. The Brussel sprouts and truffle mac and cheese were some of our favorite sides. And the cookies for dessert just melted in your mouth. We will recommend this restaurant and Albert to anyone and everyone.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 21, 2023Becca, thank you so much for taking the time to share. We greatly appreciate the kind words and are ecstatic to see our team was able to create such an incredible experience for you. We look forward to doing it all over again on your next visit!

  26. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best experience I’ve had in my 55 years. The food and staff are incredible.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 21, 2023Wow, thank you so much for the kind words and the stars!!

  27. JustinR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Good drinks, food was at times excellent but overall inconsistent. Steaks were cooked perfectly, sides were hot or miss. Mushrooms were good, smashed potatoes lacked seasoning and we're ultimately bland. Crispy tuna appetizer was mushy and the spice overpowered the tuna flavor. It was something I'd expect from a mid level sushi restaurant and not a top tier steak house. Overall enjoyable experience.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 15, 2023Justin, thank you so much for your feedback and taking the time to share your experience. We appreciate the stars and will be taking this feedback into consideration and ensure your next visit is 5 stars across the board!

  28. KrisS

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Everything we ordered was delicious. Filet, sea bass, gnocchi, burrata with prosciutto, shrimp chilled and grilled, and goyza app. Service was ok this time, server let us know they had been there all day and was tired. They lacked a certain detail of attention and blamed us for not having enough room on the table. First time we came, service was top notch. Overall, the food is incredible.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 15, 2023Kris, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We are very grateful for the stars! We appreciate you providing feedback as well as we take it very seriously on our journey towards culinary excellence and impeccable service. We cannot wait to hit 5 stars across the board for you on your next visit!

  29. Creative

    Denver

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The meal was outstanding from appetizers to dessert! Excellent assortment of wines and drinks. The waiter knew the menu and could recommend as we requested. Very, very satisfied! Highly recommend! The only negative is the noise level - very loud. We could not hear one another across the table due to the kitchen being exposed, the music very loud.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 21, 2023Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We are thrilled to see our team was able to create such a memorable time for you and we cannot wait to WOW you further in the future. We do have quieter areas in our dining rooms we are always more than happy to accommodate if you feel the main dining room might be a little too loud. We can note this for your future reservations as well! Thank you again!

  30. FeliciaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first time eating here and was worth every penny.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 15, 2023Felicia, thank you so much for the stars!!!

  31. KeithM

    Los Angeles

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic Mother’s Day brunch. Outstanding food and truly extraordinary service. Our server Steven was personable and most professional. Terrific wine list. Oh yes, and great tunes, too. Thank you! 🌸

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 15, 2023Keith, thank you so much for taking the time to share. We are thrilled Steven was able to create such an amazing experience for you. We cannot wait to WOW you further in the future.

  32. James

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Guard and Grace has set itself apart from every other restaurant I’ve ever been to. The brunch service on Mother’s Day was amazing and beautifully put together. Our server, Brian, was helpful, professional, and knowledgeable. He truly made the experience. The food was outstanding and made me consider coming back later that night. Guard and Grace is now top of the list for my trips to Denver.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 15, 2023James, thank you so much for taking the time to share such kind words. We are thrilled Brian was able to create such a fabulous experience for you on such a special day! We cannot wait to create many more memorable experiences for you in the future.

  33. EvetteC

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great time, food, service and ambience was excellent.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 15, 2023Evette, thank you so much!!

  34. ChristinaL

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous all around. Would recommend for special occasions or to anyone looking for an amazing night out.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 15, 2023Christina, thank you so much!!

  35. Rebekah

    Montana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was FANSTASTIC. The staff there really knows how to make dining a good experience for all, they are knowledgeable and friendly, and know the rules for fine dining.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 15, 2023Rebekah, thank you so much. We are thrilled to see our team was able to cultivate such an incredible experience for you!

  36. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was top notch! Will go again when in town.
  37. deeWL

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A shout out to John and his colleagues for creating a wonderful Graduation celebration. The food, cocktails, service was impeccable and underscored a momentous family occasion. This was simply one of the best meals we have ever had. The menu was interesting and John made terrific suggestions. The food was cooked to perfection with exciting presentation. The cocktails were crafted impeccably. We look forward to returning to Denver to dine there again.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 21, 2023Dee, thank you so much for taking the time to share this. We are beyond thrilled to see John and the team were able to create such an amazing experience for you during such a special celebration. We cannot thank you enough for sharing and look forward to creating many more memorable experiences for you in the future. Thank you again!

  38. OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to G&G for a birthday, and the whole experience was incredible. The service, the food, the ambiance. It’s pricey, but every dish we tried was spectacular. We would not hesitate to go back again for another special occasion.
  39. MayaC

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely restaurant, amazing food and service, it really was an overall wonderful experience. If you are a mushroom fan, the foraged mushrooms are not to be missed. The valet parking is now $20 but is right at the corner where the entrance to the restaurant is, kind of a blessing in downtown Denver, especially in stilettos. 😉

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 11, 2023Maya, thank you so much for taking the time to share. We greatly appreciate the kind words and will be sharing this with the team.

  40. NanciS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the moment we were sat, to the end when we left, we were pampered and well taken care of. The new Lamb Neck entree is divine.

    Guard & GraceResponded on May 11, 2023Nanci, thank you so much. We appreciate the stars!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Guard & Grace is rated 4.8 stars by 4799 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 60 times today
Google Map for Guard & Grace

1801 California Street, Denver, CO 80202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    18th Street

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown / LoDo

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Tue–Thu 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Steakhouse, Contemporary American

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Valet parking is available for $20 on California St. north of 18th.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Troy Guard

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (303) 293-8500

  • Private party facilities

    Guard and Grace is a modern steakhouse by Chef/Owner Troy Guard, which offers the finest prime steaks and freshest seafood available. Inviting dining rooms and large lounges offer a wonderful place to dine and socialize.

  • Private party contact

    Ally Wolf: (303) 293-8500

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