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Buckhorn Exchange
Denver's Historic Steakhouse Since 1893 – Serving Legendary Game Meats and Classic Steaks in a Museum-Like Setting.
4.6(5 reviews)
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Denver's Historic Steakhouse Since 1893 – Serving Legendary Game Meats and Classic Steaks in a Museum-Like Setting.
Buckhorn Exchange is Denver's oldest steakhouse, established in 1893, offering a unique dining experience with a rich history. Specializing in premium game meats like elk, bison, quail, and yak, alongside classic steaks and seafood, it provides an upscale atmosphere filled with historic memorabilia. Perfect for special occasions, tourists, and locals seeking a taste of the Old West with attentive service and a curated menu. Located at 1000 Osage St with convenient parking and transit access.
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Premium dishes featuring elk, bison, quail, yak, and other unique game meats, expertly prepared and seasoned.
High-quality steaks, including bone-in ribeye and prime rib, cooked to perfection with traditional sides.
Signature items like gator bites and buffalo sausage, served with flavorful dips for a unique beginning.
Extensive selection of drinks, including craft cocktails, wine, and spirits, in a historic bar setting.
Accommodations for groups and special occasions with personalized service in a historic atmosphere.
Museum-like ambiance with preserved artifacts, offering a glimpse into Denver's Old West heritage.
I had a great experience at the Buckhorn exchange. It was my birthday and they made it a good occasion. The only thing I'd change is who I went with. Whomever cooked the elk and quail I had for dinner cooked it literally perfect. I've never had better in my life. Kudos to the head chef
We dined at Buckhorn Exchange and had a wonderful experience overall. We ordered the quail and the bone-in ribeye. The quail was perfectly prepared—tender, flavorful, and clearly done with care. The ribeye was cooked beautifully, though the seasoning was a bit on the lighter side for our taste. That said, the quality of the meat was excellent. What truly stood out was the service—absolutely flawless from start to finish. Attentive, friendly, and professional. A classic Denver dining experience that we would happily return to.
Very unique Denver landmark restaurant with a fascinating history. Love how it’s been preserved. Fun place to try especially if you want to try meats like Yak, elk, bison, etc. they do offer salmon for those who don’t eat meat but this is not a good choice for vegetarians or vegans. They have their own parking lot which is nice. Their is a train stop right across the street which is convenient
Easily one of the best meals I have ever enjoyed. Our waiter, Casey, was well-versed on the menu options, and his preferences and suggestions for preparation were on point. We started with gator bites and buffalo sausage, both were fantastic, and came with great dips. I went with elk and quail, and my lady went with the buffalo prime rib. The meat was 10/10. Juicy, perfectly cooked and seasoned, and it melted in your mouth. The atmosphere was great and there is so much history. Would definitely recommend.
I will say right off the bat, this is one of the more unique restaurants that you can visit almost anywhere. There’s a lot of history here and just walking around inside gives you a museum feel. We were a group of about 14 and had a wonderful waitress. We got to try out most of the menu due to the size of our group and what I’d say is try what you think might be good. I enjoyed the bison and quail the most but other people in my group had their favorites. They have quite a bit of unique items if that’s your thing. Loved my time here and I’d recommend this place to anyone coming to Denver. Some items were a bit too fried where you couldn’t taste the underlying meat but everything was still good. There were a lot of highlights which made up for some dishes which were not my thing. Looking forward to my next visit!
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