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Buckhorn Exchange - Buckhorn Exchange, Denver, CO

Buckhorn Exchange

4.7
4.7
2280 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
11:30 pm
Booked 26 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
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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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    SUPPER Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • 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 buckhorn.exchange@gmail.com.
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, View, Wi-Fi available, Wine

What 2,280 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Denver

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Buckhorn Exchange offers a distinctive dining experience with "excellent food," "fabulous service," and a rich historical atmosphere. Guests rave about the "blackened buffalo prime rib" and unique game meats like elk and bison. While some find it "overpriced," the ambiance and knowledgeable staff make it a "must-see" destination in Denver.

2,280 Reviews
  1. scott VIP

    Chicago55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service Were from out of town and have wanted to stop by for dinner. Great spot!

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  2. Iyciss

    Denver1 review

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    The food was horrible and a waist of money. If you are looking for good bbq go to texas road house. You will spend 100$ less for better food.

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  3. MattL

    Toronto5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and experience. If you love meat this is a must. I recommend the buffalo and elk. The staff is also very friendly and knowledgeable.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Matt, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the buffalo and elk - they are indeed a favorite among our guests. It's great to know that our team was able to provide you with a great experience and friendly service. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience and your kind words truly make our efforts worthwhile. We can't wait to welcome you back to Buckhorn Exchange. Best regards, The Management Team

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  4. MaureenO

    Denver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and great food and fun atmosphere

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    Jackson Hole2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a nice time. The place was exactly what we expected. The history and the taxidermy were pretty charming.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us at Buckhorn Exchange! We're delighted to hear that you had a nice time and enjoyed the history and taxidermy. It's always a pleasure to know that our guests have had a positive experience. We appreciate your high ratings and look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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    Cincinnati3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have to try the Rocky Mountain oysters if you never have. Also the Quail is delicious! Always stop here when I visit Denver.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Rocky Mountain oysters and Quail. It's always a pleasure to serve our guests in Denver and we're glad we could make your experience memorable. We noticed that you rated our value a bit lower and we appreciate the honesty. We strive to provide the best experience and your input helps us do that. We look forward to your next visit!

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  7. Matthew

    Denver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, loved their slightly more exotic options! The duck appetizer was great, and we loved the elk steaks
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded on 2 March 2025
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, Matthew. We're so glad you enjoyed our exotic menu offerings. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  8. Daniel

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best steakhouse in Denver hands down. No frills, just good meat and cool taxidermy
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Daniel! We're thrilled to hear that you consider Buckhorn Exchange the best steakhouse in Denver. We take great pride in our meat and taxidermy, and it's wonderful to hear you enjoyed them. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We can't wait to serve you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  9. Scott

    Denver7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Iconic Denver restaurant featuring animal mounts, old guns, and historic memorabilia. Come early and head upstairs - have drink at the bar, take an image with the bears, find the bullet holes! As for food, Rocky Mountain oysters, bison prime rib and bone-in rib eye all cooked to perfection.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded on 26 February 2025
    Hi Scott, Thank you for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Buckhorn Exchange. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our historic pieces, Rocky Mountain oysters, bison prime rib, and bone-in rib eye. We appreciate your kind words about our service and the unique ambiance. We always aim to provide a memorable experience for our guests, and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  10. Lee

    Denver12 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service great . Wasn’t told the extra sides we got were more money than we expected. Should be told when offered.And We could have shared one instead of buying 2 of same. Who would have known if not told.A little expensive. Had to send steak back when got it back still not cooked right but was hungry and frustrated. Not sure how a steak house couldn’t cook center right. Bus girl was fantastic and so friendly and helpful. Waiter was nice . Employees all seem to be very friendly and welcoming. Ambience was real nice. Anniversary treat was greatly appreciated.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded on 23 February 2025
    Hi Lee, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Buckhorn Exchange. We're thrilled to hear that you found our service great and our staff friendly and helpful. We apologize if you felt that you were charged an extra cost for the sides - we absolutely understand how frustrating that would be. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and we'll certainly communicate this to our team to ensure it doesn't happen in the future. We're sorry to hear about the steak, and we appreciate your patience with us. We're glad you enjoyed the ambience and our Anniversary treat. We hope to welcome you back soon and exceed your expectations next time. Best regards, The Management Team

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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 4.7 stars by 2280 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
11:30 pm
Booked 26 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Buckhorn Exchange

1000 Osage St, Denver, CO 80204-3918

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Central
  • Hours of Operation
    SUPPER Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • 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, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, 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 buckhorn.exchange@gmail.com.
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