Buckhorn Exchange - Buckhorn Exchange, Denver, CO

Buckhorn Exchange

4.7

2284 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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2 people

17 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 29 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 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
Website
http://www.buckhorn.com/
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.

Location
1000 Osage St, Denver, CO 80204-3918
Area
Central
Parking details
Our parking is adjacent to the restaurant.
Public transit
10th Avenue and Osage stop
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Wi-Fi available

Popular dishes

Rocky Mountain Oysters*
With horseradish dippin' sauce
- Half OrderUS$15.50
- Whole OrderUS$21.00
Smoked Buffalo SausageUS$15.50
With red chile polenta and spicy wild game mustard
Chilled Smoked SalmonUS$15.50
Served with a caper and onion seasoned cream cheese and sourdough toast
Grilled Duck Breast*US$18.25
Rubbed with lavender and pepper and served with a raspberry, red zinfandel sauce
Fried Artichoke HeartsUS$15.50
Lightly coated with seasoned bread crumbs. Served with Red Chile hollandaise
Fried Alligator TailUS$19.00
Center cut tail with seafood cocktail sauce
Sirloin Game Tips*US$20.00
Choice cuts from our beef, buffalo, and elk sautéed with fresh mushrooms in a different sauce each day
RattlesnakeUS$45.00
Boneless rattlesnake marinated in red chile and lime served atop a Chipotle Queso dip with fresh corn tortilla chips

Dinner

Beef

'It's What You Want' All of our steaks are USDA prime grade beef

T-Bone Steak*US$78.00
The Buckhorn's famous 24-oz Porterhouse
Beef Tenderloin Steak*
- 8-ozUS$57.00
- 14-ozUS$66.00
New York Strip Steak*
- 12-ozUS$58.00
- 16-ozUS$64.00
Gramma Fanny's Pot RoastUS$32.00

The Big Steak

Steak Dinner Our Specialty There is an old sign on the north side of the building that says 'Steak Dinners Our Specialty.' The same legend was also found on old menus and newspaper advertising. In keeping with this tradition, the Buckhorn Exchange offers large-portion steaks, intended for two to five guests. The steaks are cut from our New York strip loins, with the tail removed and all but a very thin layer of the fat cover. Cooked large like this, a lovely crust is formed and most agree that is the only thing better than our steaks that are cooked for one. Your steak is carved tableside and served with a sizzling crock of sautéed mushrooms and onions. Of course, soup or salad and side dish are included as with all our dinners. Additional cooking time is required

For Two Guests*
- One-and-a-Half PoundsUS$110.00
- Two PoundsUS$134.00
For Three Guests*
- Two PoundsUS$144.00
- Two-and-a-Half-PoundsUS$164.00
For Four Guests*
- Three PoundsUS$196.00
- Three-and-a-Half-PoundsUS$218.00
For Five Guests*
- Three-and-One-Half PoundsUS$228.00
- Four PoundsUS$253.00

Ribs

A generous helping, slow-smoked with hickory, served saucy, moist and meaty

Barbecued Baby Back Pork Ribs
- Half RackUS$37.00
- Whole RackUS$47.00

Buffalo

Once nearly extinct due to Western settlement, the great American bison again reigns as the king of the plains. The meat of this historic beast is lean and sweet

Buffalo Tenderloin Steak*
- 8-ozUS$62.00
- 12-ozUS$72.00
High Plains Buffalo Prime Rib*
Our prime rib is slow roasted to medium rare
- 12-ozUS$54.50
- Blackened (12-oz)US$56.50
- 16-ozUS$62.50
- Blackened (16-oz)US$64.50
Steak ToppersUS$13.00
Sautéed mushrooms, onions, or a combo of both

Game and Fish

Elk*US$54.00
Farm-raised for the Buckhorn. Broiled Medallions with a velvety texture and flavor hinting of grass and cedar
- Grilled with Four Peppercorn CrustUS$57.00
Cornish Game Hen*US$38.00
Roasted semi-boneless hen served over wild rice with orange chipotle sauce
Quail*US$40.00
Lightly marinated broiled semi-boneless quail served with a prickly pear and apricot glaze Two quail
Colorado Lamb*
Succulent chops marinated in olive oil with rosemary and thyme and broiled to your liking. Served with a side of Red Currant Madeira Sauce
- Two ChopsUS$50.00
- Three ChopsUS$60.00
Salmon*US$44.00
Fresh Salmon charbroiled and served with a side of Red Chile Hollandaise

Combination Plates

Elk & Cornish Game Hen*US$50.00
Elk and Two Quail*US$59.00
Quail, Duck and Cornish Game Hen*US$51.00
Buffalo Prime Rib & Salmon*US$64.00
Beef Tenderloin & Quail*US$64.00

Dessert

Double Chocolate Rocky Road BrownieUS$13.50
CheesecakeUS$15.00
Haagen Dazs Ice Cream or SorbetUS$11.50
Hot Dutch Apple PieUS$14.00

What 2,284 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

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.

2,284 Reviews

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Beryl
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceeded expectations!! Quality service, food and treatment by the staff. Rice was requested for one meal, but he enjoyed the substitution without a mention until near the end of the meal. His reply is we have to return to try the rice!!
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Vilma VIP
Denver134 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Top-notch as always! Service, food, drinks and ambience were awesome!
Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 1 day ago
Thank you, Vilma, for taking the time to leave us a review! We're so glad to hear that your experience was top-notch. We love hearing that your time here with us was awesome! We hope to welcome you again soon. Cheers!
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A+ Unique Exotic menu, great staff, lions and tigers and bears on my!!!
Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 1 day ago
Thank you so much for leaving us such a kind review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your time with us and that you appreciated our exotic menu offerings! We hope to welcome you back soon.
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scott VIP
Chicago55 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days 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!
Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 5 days ago
Thanks for the review, Scott! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service while visiting Buckhorn Exchange. It's always a pleasure to know that we've been able to provide a great dining experience for you. We're glad that we could make your trip to our restaurant a memorable one. We look forward to serving you again soon!
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Iyciss
Denver1 review
2.0
Dined 7 days 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.
Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 5 days ago
Thanks for the review, Iicycciss. We're sorry to hear that your experience at Buckhorn Exchange didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our food and it's disappointing to hear that you found it not up to par. We're always striving to provide the best value and service, and we appreciate your feedback. We hope you'll give us another chance in the future. Best, The Management Team
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MattL
Toronto5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
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 on 9 March 2025
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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MaureenO
Denver3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and great food and fun atmosphere
Buckhorn ExchangeResponded 5 days ago
Thanks for the review, Maureen! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and service at Buckhorn Exchange. It's always a pleasure to provide a fun atmosphere for our guests. We appreciate your 5-star rating and look forward to serving you again soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Jackson Hole2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
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 on 9 March 2025
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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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 March 2025
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 on 9 March 2025
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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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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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 2284 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

17 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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
Gluten-free Options, Wi-Fi available

Website
http://www.buckhorn.com/
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.

Buckhorn Exchange

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

High Plains Buffalo Prime Rib

Buffalo Prime Rib & Salmon

New York Strip Steak

Appetizers

Rocky Mountain Oysters*

Smoked Buffalo SausageUS$15.50

Chilled Smoked SalmonUS$15.50

Grilled Duck Breast*US$18.25

Fried Artichoke HeartsUS$15.50

Fried Alligator TailUS$19.00

Sirloin Game Tips*US$20.00

RattlesnakeUS$45.00

Dinner

Beef

T-Bone Steak*US$78.00

Beef Tenderloin Steak*

New York Strip Steak*

Gramma Fanny's Pot RoastUS$32.00

The Big Steak

For Two Guests*

For Three Guests*

For Four Guests*

For Five Guests*

Ribs

Barbecued Baby Back Pork Ribs

Buffalo

Buffalo Tenderloin Steak*

High Plains Buffalo Prime Rib*

Steak ToppersUS$13.00

Game and Fish

Elk*US$54.00

Cornish Game Hen*US$38.00

Quail*US$40.00

Colorado Lamb*

Salmon*US$44.00

Combination Plates

Elk & Cornish Game Hen*US$50.00

Elk and Two Quail*US$59.00

Quail, Duck and Cornish Game Hen*US$51.00

Buffalo Prime Rib & Salmon*US$64.00

Beef Tenderloin & Quail*US$64.00

Dessert

Double Chocolate Rocky Road BrownieUS$13.50

CheesecakeUS$15.00

Haagen Dazs Ice Cream or SorbetUS$11.50

Hot Dutch Apple PieUS$14.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Buckhorn Exchange offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Buckhorn Exchange restaurant rated?

Is Buckhorn Exchange currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information