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Main Dining Room - ELWAY'S Downtown, Denver, CO

ELWAY'S Downtown

4.3
4.3
4289 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 PM

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Booked 30 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Good for business meals
Celebrate the essence of Denver's culinary spirit at Elway's Downtown. Nestled in the heart of the Mile High City, we embody the perfect blend of sophistication and warmth. Our commitment to culinary excellence transforms every meal into an unforgettable experience, where the finest cuts meet the spirit of Colorado hospitality day or night. Where elevated dining meets the vibrant pulse of Denver, creating moments that linger long after the last bite.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (303) 312-3107
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Always the perfect setting, ELWAY'S Downtown warmly welcomes your celebrations, events, and business gatherings. To begin planning your private event, please contact Kylie.Rosdail@RitzCarlton.com
  • Private party contact
    Kylie Rosdail: (720) 948-8503
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Cross street
    18th & Curtis St - Complimentary valet courtesy of The Ritz-Carlon, Den
  • Parking details
    Valet services are offered through The Ritz-Carlton, Denver.
  • Public transit
    ELWAY'S Downtown is located within walking distance to multiple bus and light rail stops. We are happy to assist in offering directions.
  • Entertainment
    Live music every Wednesday night from 5pm - 8pm on the patio.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,289 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Denver / Colorado

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Denver

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
ELWAY'S Downtown offers a classic steakhouse experience with "amazing food" and "top notch" service. Highlights include perfectly cooked steaks and standout dishes like the Chilean Sea Bass and crab cakes. While some reviews mention service inconsistencies, the overall atmosphere and attentive staff make it a "must-go" for special occasions.
4,289 Reviews
  1. Thomas

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    John Elway's restaurant offers a fantastic dining experience that reflects the spirit of its namesake. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it a great spot for both casual meals and special occasions. The menu showcases a variety of delicious options, with standout dishes like their perfectly cooked steaks and flavorful seafood. The service is attentive and knowledgeable, enhancing the overall experience. Whether you're a sports fan or just looking for a great meal, John Elway's is definitely worth a visit. Highly recommend! Went with a large group and specifically had an amazing braised short rib with a side lobster tail cooked to perfection.

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  2. Debra

    VIP

    Denver

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sevice was 5 star…Alex rocked and was knowledgeable about the menu. Their signature lamb fondue was fabulous…a must try. All the food was prepared beautifully and served hot.

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  3. Jenn

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rebecca was an outstanding server. She was attentive and provided us not only a great experience but a wonderful meal. Hard to find service of this nature regardless of the caliber of restaurant.

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  4. Robert

    VIP

    Denver

    21 reviews

    2.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was too notch, server was slow and inattentive.

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  5. Thiago

    West Palm Beach

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Good but not amazing as they are reputed. A bit decadent.

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  6. Francisco

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food and extraordinary service, highly recommended

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  7. Amber

    VIP

    Atlanta

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We took our family to dinner last night, hoping to share a wonderful experience with them. It was terrible. Whoever “split” our steak, cut it horizontally, leaving each of us with an overcooked top and a bottom. Who does that? We didn’t want to complain in front of our guests but because of the way the steak was cut- it was overcooked and tough. The knife had a difficult time cutting through it. Service was incredibly slow and the creamed spinach was a a drippy milky mess. Our dinner was $815.00 and we expected more.

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  8. Korrie

    West Palm Beach

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I wish this was a better experience but it was overall terrible. The ambiance and food are good but the service was absolutely terrible. You’d think at the Ritz Carlton you would get 5 star service but we waited over an hour for our food, our server did not check on us between serving appetizers and waiting over an hour for our food. They avoided coming near our table for us to wave them over. But then quickly came to our table after the food runner served our food to us… the manager offered us a free dessert. Wasn’t worth our time. Very disappointed.

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  9. Angela

    VIP

    Denver

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Steaks were great, and I especially loved the creamy horseradish sauce. The sides could be better. We ordered the artichoke, which was a bit tough and over salted, and we ordered the brussel sprouts, which did not live up to the expectation.
    ELWAY'S DowntownResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Angela, Thank you for taking the time to review ELWAY'S Downtown. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our steaks and creamy horseradish sauce! We appreciate your feedback on our sides. We're sorry to hear that the artichoke and brussel sprouts didn't meet your expectations. We'll certainly take your comments into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our menu offerings. We hope to see you again soon for another round of delicious meals! Best wishes, ELWAY'S Downtown Management Team

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  10. Heidi

    Austin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall Elway’s was good, but isn’t worth the bang for the buck… For the price we expected great. The one ‘great’ from dinner was the crab cake. It was beautifully presented, big enough for 4 to share, and delicious with big lumps of crab. The downside is that we were freezing! 🥶 They honestly need to fix something. We had a plug in heater at our table that we gave to the table next to us when we left. They were freezing as well.
    ELWAY'S DowntownResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Heidi! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our crab cake and found our place comfortable. We understand that the temperature was not to your liking, and we appreciate your feedback about the heater. We're always looking for ways to improve our guests' experience, and your comments will certainly help us. We hope to see you again soon at ELWAY'S Downtown, and we'll strive to make your next visit a more comfortable one. Best regards, ELWAY'S Downtown Management Team

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FAQs

ELWAY'S Downtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 312-3107.

ELWAY'S Downtown is rated 4.3 stars by 4289 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM

Select a time

Booked 30 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for ELWAY'S Downtown

1881 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202

Additional information

  • Cross street
    18th & Curtis St - Complimentary valet courtesy of The Ritz-Carlon, Den
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet services are offered through The Ritz-Carlton, Denver.
  • Public transit
    ELWAY'S Downtown is located within walking distance to multiple bus and light rail stops. We are happy to assist in offering directions.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live music every Wednesday night from 5pm - 8pm on the patio.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (303) 312-3107
  • Private party facilities
    Always the perfect setting, ELWAY'S Downtown warmly welcomes your celebrations, events, and business gatherings. To begin planning your private event, please contact Kylie.Rosdail@RitzCarlton.com
  • Private party contact
    Kylie Rosdail: (720) 948-8503
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