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Buckhorn Exchange - Buckhorn Exchange, Denver, CO

Buckhorn Exchange

4.7
4.7
2310 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse
1000 Osage St, Denver, CO 80204-3918

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood 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!

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 2,310 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Buckhorn Exchange offers a unique dining experience with "delicious food and service in its own historic setting." Known for its adventurous menu featuring buffalo prime rib and elk, the restaurant is a "must-try historic place" for meat lovers. The "unique and fun atmosphere" is complemented by attentive service, making it ideal for special occasions.

2,310 Reviews
  1. Ronald Sousa

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing experience. My wife and I were visiting Denver for the first time and the Buckhorn was recommended to us by a former city resident. We were looking for a special place as we had an anniversary to celebrate. With the Buckhorn Exchange we hit the jackpot. A reservation made and kept and a welcoming host guided us to the upstairs bar where we enjoyed a procured cocktail and had a sensory overload with tastes, sounds and over the top ( in a good way) sights! The bar person was a sweetheart serving up 20 beverages to 19 different patrons and she never missed a beat. Smiling and joking when a mere human easily could feel overwhelmed. Every employee we encountered wanted to describe the museum quality surroundings with pride and enthusiasm. Our server Priyanka couldn’t have been more personable and attentive. Her ability to communicate and interact with us in the most genuine and caring manner made our experience every bit as good as any 5 star Michelin level restaurant.

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  2. Steve

    Phoenix4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unique and interesting setting. Very good food and unique menu. Attentive service. Worth checking out.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Steve! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the unique experience that is the Buckhorn Exchange. It's always a pleasure to know that our attentive service added to your positive experience. We appreciate your feedback and are always looking for ways to improve. We hope to see you again soon!

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  3. Mark

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and cooked to perfection. Service was fast but not intrusive. Thoroughly recommend this restaurant
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Mark, We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience at Buckhorn Exchange! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our food and found it cooked to perfection. We always strive to provide our guests with the best service possible, and your feedback is very encouraging. Thank you for recommending us, and we look forward to serving you again soon! Best wishes, The Management Team

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  4. Josh

    Hawaii2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hadn’t been here in 15 years and nothing’s changed, which was awesome!! Get the buffalo prime rib, you won’t be disappointed. 
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Josh! We're thrilled to hear that you haven't forgotten your old favorite place, Buckhorn Exchange. We're glad you enjoyed our buffalo prime rib and found the overall experience to be awesome. Your satisfaction is our top priority and we're looking forward to serving you again soon!

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  5. Sally VIP

    Minneapolis38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We celebrated our anniversary tonight at the Buckhorn Exchange in Denver and had a wonderful time. My husband had the tenderloin, small portion (which was anything but small). It was cooked exactly to his liking. I ordered my grilled salmon 'cooked no more than medium rare' and it, too was perfect. Although the salmon seemed a bit pricey at $44 one needs to consider that all of the entrees include a very nice house salad and choice of a carb (potato baked, mashed or chips or wild rice pilaf) and warm rolls. Our service (thanks Kay!) was excellent. We'll be back!
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Sally! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful time celebrating your anniversary at Buckhorn Exchange. It's great to know that you enjoyed our tenderloin and grilled salmon! We strive to keep the value in place by not making sides a la carte so we appreciate you recognizing that. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  6. April VIP

    Denver10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had high hopes! My family and I dined there last night as a normal family dinner. We ordered the fried alligator tail, beef filet, stroganoff soup, bison filet and the high plains buffalo prime rib. My son and I ordered our filets medium rare. They were hands down the worst filets we’ve ever had. Mine tasted like a fried hamburger and the grill marks were heavily charred so much that we had the grit from it until we got home to brush our teeth. My husbands prime rib was the saving grace. I ate part of his because I returned my filet. The waitress felt bad and took it off our bill and gave us a free apple pie slice, which was delicious. The portions are very small. Our cocktails were insanely strong. We love a good cocktail and if it was a weekend night I would have finished my drink but woo-wee! Anyways, the atmosphere is cool and worth the visit. My advice is to order the prime rib, super good. The fried alligator was good too but very small portion.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded on April 17, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, April. We're sorry to hear that your visit to Buckhorn Exchange didn't meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback on the alligator tail, beef filet, stroganoff soup, bison filet, and the high plains buffalo prime rib. We're glad you enjoyed the prime rib and found our service to be hospitable. We'll be sure to pass this feedback onto our kitchen team. We'll definitely take your feedback into account as we continually strive to improve our offerings. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future.

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  7. Yaly

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely loved our experience in the buckhorn. You could tell how professional they are and how good they know their job. Will definitely keep that place in mind for years from now.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded on April 17, 2025
    Hey Yaly, thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time at Buckhorn Exchange and that our team's professionalism and knowledge impressed you. We're especially pleased to know that you plan to visit us again. We can't wait to serve you in the future. Thanks again for your kind words! - The Management Team

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  8. Atsuko

    Denver4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We ate baffaro, elk, and beef. All are tender and delicious.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded on April 13, 2025
    Hello Atsuko, Thank you for dining at Buckhorn Exchange and taking the time to leave us a review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our buffalo, elk, and beef. Your compliments on their tenderness are greatly appreciated! We noticed that you rated our service a 4 out of 4. We strive to provide excellent service to all our guests and we're sorry if we fell short this time. We'll certainly take your feedback into account as we continually work to improve. We hope to see you again soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  9. Glenn

    Denver4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Buckhorn Exchznge is everything it always has been, and that’s a good thing. Delicious food and service in its own historic setting and unique ambiance.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded on April 10, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Glenn! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Buckhorn Exchange. It's great to know that our food and service met your expectations. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to serving you again soon. Cheers!

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  10. Robin VIP

    Washington DC10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Can’t go wrong if you’re in the mood for meat! ALL KINDS of meat. A great place to be adventurous in the restaurant that has Colorado’s liquor license number 1. Go and enjoy a trip back in history while you dine.
    Buckhorn ExchangeResponded on April 9, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Robin! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our diverse selection of meats at Buckhorn Exchange. We take pride in being one of the oldest restaurants with Colorado's first liquor license, so we're glad you enjoyed the experience. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon. Cheers!

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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 2310 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
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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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