Ship Tavern

4.0

2256 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

1 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 20 times today

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Lively

Thank you for choosing to dine with us at The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, "Where the World Registers."

Ship Tavern opened in 1934 after the repeal of prohibition making it the oldest restaurant in our hotel. The décor includes a complete mast and crow’s nest, an old ship’s clock, Jamaican rum barrels, and a collection of sailing ship models former hotel owner, Boettcher, acquired on a visit to Cape Cod.

Listen to live music and enjoy a lively meal in a vintage pub atmosphere. Savor our famous prime rib, burgers, sandwiches, seafood and steaks. Enjoy our wide selection of beers, wines and unique cocktails. Satisfy your sweet tooth with our delectable desserts.

Enjoy John Kite, live on the piano, Friday & Saturday evenings from 8:00 to 10:00 pm.

In order to accommodate parties of 8 or more guests, please contact us directly 3033128943

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Prime Rib, Fish
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 312-8943 ext. 3315
Website
https://www.brownpalace.com/dining/restaurants/ship-tavern/
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Adrian Carson
Catering
Off site catering is available from the Ship Tavern or the Brown Palace Hotel catering menus.
Private party facilities
The Brown Palace Hotel offers a large variety of beautiful banquet and event spaces to rent!

Location
321 17th Street, Denver, CO 80202
Area
Downtown / LoDo
Cross Street
Off 17th Street between Broadway and Tremont Place
Parking details
"Enjoy reduced day parking at $32 when validated for Ship Tavern's dining only"
Public transit
Bus: Civic Center; Light Rail: 18th & California
Entertainment
Pianist plays Wednesday – Saturday: 8:30pm – 11:30pm
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Offers

Live Music
Multiple dates available
Fri - Sat - 20:00 - 22:30
Come enjoy John Kite on the piano every Friday & Saturday from 8:00pm – 10:30pm!

Popular dishes

Prime RibUS$24.00
iceberg, roasted corn, heirloom tomato, jalapeño, tortilla puff, house made cilantro vinaigrette
Greek ChickenUS$22.00
romaine, chickpea, heirloom tomato, avocado, olives, cucumber, feta, house made tzatziki dressing
Tavern
iceberg, peppered bacon, tomato jam, chive, bleu cheese dressing
- SmallUS$9.00
- LargeUS$18.00
Caesar
romaine hearts, parmesan croutons, black pepper, caesar dressing
- SmallUS$9.00
- LargeUS$18.00
Brown Palace CobbUS$20.00
iceberg, rosemary ham, grilled chicken, avocado, peppered bacon, heirloom tomato, red onion, house made bleu cheese dressing

BETWEEN BREAD

all served with french fries. substitute: sweet potato fries +2, dressed greens +2, truffle fries +8. gluten free bread +2

The Downtown ClubUS$19.00
turkey breast, ham, bacon, swiss, lettuce, tomato, herbed aioli
Chopped Italian SandwichUS$19.00
framani rosemary ham, salami, mortadella, provolone, red onion, tomato, banana peppers, iceberg, palace dressing, amoroso roll
Fried Oyster SandwichUS$19.00
tomato, coleslaw, cajun tartar sauce, grateful bread baguette
Wagyu BurgerUS$22.00
lettuce, tomato, onion, cheddar, brioche bun
Mushroom French DipUS$20.00
caramelized onion, swiss, mushroom au jus, grateful bread baguette
Crab Cake SandwichUS$25.00
tomato, wild arugula, fry sauce, ciabatta roll
Grilled Chicken BLTUS$22.00
avocado ranch, ciabatta

PLATED

6 ounce Prime RibUS$25.00
horseradish cream, au jus, fries
Fish & ChipsUS$27.00
haddock, lemon, tartar sauce, fries
Knife & Fork BurgerUS$25.00
wagyu, chorizo fondue, bacon, mushroom, fries

What 2,256 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.0

4 based on recent ratings

3.9Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ship Tavern offers a "classic menu" in a charming "1930s decor," making it a "great place for grabbing dinner downtown" with live music on weekends. While some diners praise the attentive service and "wonderful atmosphere," others note that service speed and certain menu items could be improved. Overall, Ship Tavern provides a "great environment" and remains a Denver "institution."

2,256 Reviews

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Arlene
VIP
Denver
17 reviews
2.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We have been going to Ship's Tavern for about 40 years. However, we had not gone there in the last year. We decided that to prepare for New Year we would go for the Prime Rib (our favorite). We were very disappointed. Reservations were for 5:45 and the Host told us to wait in the Hotel lobby until we were called. At six o'clock we went back to the host (who was borderline rude) and were told they wouldn't have a table until the group at our table left. There were two other tables available but they told us they had more reservations coming so they were saving those tables. When we were finally seated we waited for quite some time for service. We had to request roll-ups because they had not prepared the table. No bread was offered. The waitress was swamped because they were severely understaffed. The waitress was pleasant and kept apologizing but we did not blame her. We eventually got our food and silverware. However, the prime rib did not disappoint it took about a half hour to get it. Overall it is not the Brown. Palace standard we came to appreciate over the years. I doubt we will return since it is a 40-minute drive from our house
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Sarah
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great sandwiches for lunch and server requested a dinner-only item on our behalf; the kitchen accommodated! Fun place to eat!
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Rachel
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As a divorced woman without her son for the first Christmas ever, thank you to the staff at Ship Tavern for making my Christmas dinner with my friend special. Your exquisite hotel, lovely dining experience, and attentive staff made every moment pleasing from the valet, host, server, to the table busser that I made blush by saying Merry Christmas. Thank you for making me want to go back to savor some more while feeling included in the magic!
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Mim
VIP
Denver
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful ambience, particularly for Christmas night.
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David
Denver
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Not at all as good,as it used to be. The Tavern appeared tattered and run down. Food was served on the cooler side. Service was minimal. No attention to detail. Just another place to eat.. did not feel as special as it was once was. Been going there since I was a small boy... Many memories of GREAT service, and wonderfull food.... I hink tose days are gone. Disappointed.
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Bob
VIP
Central Coast
20 reviews
2.0
20 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Clam chowder full of flour. Too thick to eat. Flavor poor.
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Paul
VIP
Denver
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The prime rib was excellent. The onion soup was too salty. We missed the carolers who performed there in 2023.
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William
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Valet parking expensive and a mess. The hostess was going to seat us in the lobby and make us wait on ourselves, till got a manager involved. Won’t be back
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Mari
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved being in a casual environment for Christmas. Prime rib was delicious. No bread offered. Not enough cheese in French onion soup.
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scott
Denver
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
This place is really going downhill. We come here every year for Christmas lunch. The chicken on my salad was inedible and the prime rib was tough and sub par. I’d recommend spending your money elsewhere. We won’t be coming back as long as corporate real-estate conglomerate, HEI hotels owns this place.
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FAQs

Ship Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 312-8943 ext. 3315.

Ship Tavern is rated 4 stars by 2256 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

1 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

321 17th Street, Denver, CO 80202

Additional information

Cross Street
Off 17th Street between Broadway and Tremont Place
Area
Downtown / LoDo
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Prime Rib, Fish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
"Enjoy reduced day parking at $32 when validated for Ship Tavern's dining only"
Public transit
Bus: Civic Center; Light Rail: 18th & California
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Adrian Carson
Entertainment
Pianist plays Wednesday – Saturday: 8:30pm – 11:30pm
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
https://www.brownpalace.com/dining/restaurants/ship-tavern/
Phone number
(303) 312-8943 ext. 3315
Catering
Off site catering is available from the Ship Tavern or the Brown Palace Hotel catering menus.
Private party facilities
The Brown Palace Hotel offers a large variety of beautiful banquet and event spaces to rent!

Ship Tavern

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Live Music

Brown Palace Cobb

Prime Rib

6 ounce Prime Rib

TO SHARE

Crab CakeUS$22.00

Truffle FriesUS$12.00

Onion RingsUS$10.00

SOUPS

Seafood Chowder

Featured Soup

SALADS

Prime RibUS$24.00

Greek ChickenUS$22.00

Tavern

Caesar

Brown Palace CobbUS$20.00

BETWEEN BREAD

The Downtown ClubUS$19.00

Chopped Italian SandwichUS$19.00

Fried Oyster SandwichUS$19.00

Wagyu BurgerUS$22.00

Mushroom French DipUS$20.00

Crab Cake SandwichUS$25.00

Grilled Chicken BLTUS$22.00

PLATED

6 ounce Prime RibUS$25.00

Fish & ChipsUS$27.00

Knife & Fork BurgerUS$25.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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Is Ship Tavern currently accepting bookings?

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