Buckhorn Exchange

4.7

2280 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

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!

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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
(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
Neighborhood
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, Takeout, View, Wi-Fi available, Wine

Popular dishes

Rocky Mountain Oysters*
With horseradish dippin' sauce
- Half Order$15.50
- Whole Order$21.00
Smoked Buffalo Sausage$15.50
With red chile polenta and spicy wild game mustard
Chilled Smoked Salmon$15.50
Served with a caper and onion seasoned cream cheese and sourdough toast
Grilled Duck Breast*$18.25
Rubbed with lavender and pepper and served with a raspberry, red zinfandel sauce
Fried Artichoke Hearts$15.50
Lightly coated with seasoned bread crumbs. Served with Red Chile hollandaise
Fried Alligator Tail$19.00
Center cut tail with seafood cocktail sauce
Sirloin Game Tips*$20.00
Choice cuts from our beef, buffalo, and elk sautéed with fresh mushrooms in a different sauce each day
Rattlesnake$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*$78.00
The Buckhorn's famous 24-oz Porterhouse
Beef Tenderloin Steak*
- 8-oz$57.00
- 14-oz$66.00
New York Strip Steak*
- 12-oz$58.00
- 16-oz$64.00
Gramma Fanny's Pot Roast$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 Pounds$110.00
- Two Pounds$134.00
For Three Guests*
- Two Pounds$144.00
- Two-and-a-Half-Pounds$164.00
For Four Guests*
- Three Pounds$196.00
- Three-and-a-Half-Pounds$218.00
For Five Guests*
- Three-and-One-Half Pounds$228.00
- Four Pounds$253.00

Ribs

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

Barbecued Baby Back Pork Ribs
- Half Rack$37.00
- Whole Rack$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-oz$62.00
- 12-oz$72.00
High Plains Buffalo Prime Rib*
Our prime rib is slow roasted to medium rare
- 12-oz$54.50
- Blackened (12-oz)$56.50
- 16-oz$62.50
- Blackened (16-oz)$64.50
Steak Toppers$13.00
Sautéed mushrooms, onions, or a combo of both

Game and Fish

Elk*$54.00
Farm-raised for the Buckhorn. Broiled Medallions with a velvety texture and flavor hinting of grass and cedar
- Grilled with Four Peppercorn Crust$57.00
Cornish Game Hen*$38.00
Roasted semi-boneless hen served over wild rice with orange chipotle sauce
Quail*$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 Chops$50.00
- Three Chops$60.00
Salmon*$44.00
Fresh Salmon charbroiled and served with a side of Red Chile Hollandaise

Combination Plates

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

Dessert

Double Chocolate Rocky Road Brownie$13.50
Cheesecake$15.00
Haagen Dazs Ice Cream or Sorbet$11.50
Hot Dutch Apple Pie$14.00

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

Noise • Moderate

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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

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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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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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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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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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OpenTable Diner
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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OpenTable Diner
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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Matthew
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined on March 2, 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 March 2, 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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Daniel
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on February 26, 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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Scott
Denver7 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 24, 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 February 26, 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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Lee
Denver12 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 23, 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 February 23, 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 reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wi-Fi available, Wine

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 reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Buffalo Prime Rib & Salmon

High Plains Buffalo Prime Rib

New York Strip Steak

Appetizers

Rocky Mountain Oysters*

Smoked Buffalo Sausage$15.50

Chilled Smoked Salmon$15.50

Grilled Duck Breast*$18.25

Fried Artichoke Hearts$15.50

Fried Alligator Tail$19.00

Sirloin Game Tips*$20.00

Rattlesnake$45.00

Dinner

Beef

T-Bone Steak*$78.00

Beef Tenderloin Steak*

New York Strip Steak*

Gramma Fanny's Pot Roast$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 Toppers$13.00

Game and Fish

Elk*$54.00

Cornish Game Hen*$38.00

Quail*$40.00

Colorado Lamb*

Salmon*$44.00

Combination Plates

Elk & Cornish Game Hen*$50.00

Elk and Two Quail*$59.00

Quail, Duck and Cornish Game Hen*$51.00

Buffalo Prime Rib & Salmon*$64.00

Beef Tenderloin & Quail*$64.00

Dessert

Double Chocolate Rocky Road Brownie$13.50

Cheesecake$15.00

Haagen Dazs Ice Cream or Sorbet$11.50

Hot Dutch Apple Pie$14.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Buckhorn Exchange offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Buckhorn Exchange restaurant rated?

Is Buckhorn Exchange currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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