Buckhorn Exchange Restaurant

4.4

Steakhouses
Denver, CO

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This establishment holds the oldest liquor license in the state, and it has been in operation for more than a century. Serving since 1893, this national historic landmark has seen countless wild west icons having a meal here, including the legendary Buffalo Bill Cody. Be aware that the dining room walls are flanked by animal trophy heads, which some diners find as uncomfortably distracting. The menu offers some eye-opening fare such as rattlesnake, yak and fried alligator tail. If you prefer the traditional cuisine, tenderlo... read more

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1000 Osage St, Downtown), Denver, CO, 80204, United States

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Weekday	Schedule	Status
Mon	11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Tue	11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Wed	11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Thu	11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Fri	11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sat	5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sun	5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

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Buckhorn Exchange Restaurant has a 4.4 star rating with 2,338 reviews.

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Buckhorn Exchange Restaurant is open now. It will close at 10:00 p.m.

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Buckhorn Exchange Restaurant

4.4

Steakhouses
Denver, CO

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About this business

Restaurants Steakhouses

Location details

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1000 Osage St, Downtown), Denver, CO, 80204, United States

Get directions

Weekday	Schedule	Status
Mon	11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Tue	11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Wed	11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Thu	11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Fri	11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sat	5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sun	5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Frequently asked questions about Buckhorn Exchange Restaurant

How is Buckhorn Exchange Restaurant rated?

Buckhorn Exchange Restaurant has a 4.4 star rating with 2,338 reviews.

When is Buckhorn Exchange Restaurant open?

Buckhorn Exchange Restaurant is open now. It will close at 10:00 p.m.

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echo

on Dex Knows

15 years ago

Love it Tried it and loved it! Excellent food and excellent atmosphere.

jackie4

on Dex Knows

15 years ago

excellent food After getting use to all the deadheads I enjoyed the food.

Mary

on Dex Knows

15 years ago

Fun It's been here a long time and they know what they're doing. It's a little pricey for us to go there alot. Try the wild game.

dawnandbobby

on Dex Knows

15 years ago

Good place Good food good service unusual surroundings

latte4me

on Dex Knows

15 years ago

A piece of history The Buckhorn has been around forever. It is worth the experience of having your food watch you eat for once. If you're unsure about taxidermy, this is NOT the place for you.

ahagzan

on Citysearch

15 years ago

Stick to main dishes, apps a disappointment – We were there a few days ago very excited about the prospects of trying Rattlesnake and Rocky Mountain Oysters. However, the rattlesnake was the most expensive appetizer on the menu but came BURRIED in nacho cheese sauce. It was served with Nacho chips and we tasted no rattlesnake at all, as it was chopped into small bits and blended in. The Oysters were sliced thin, breaded and deep fryed... for a 1st timer that was good for me, but my hubby wanted the real deal. The entrees wer... read more

shootsie10

on Citysearch

17 years ago

BEST OF MANY THINGS! I GREW UP IN DENVER (DON'T LIVE THERE ANYMORE) AND THE BUCKHORN WAS MY FIRST CHOICE ON MY BIRTHDAY FOR MANY YEARS. IT IS ONE OF THE THINGS I MISS MOST. ALSO, ANYONE WHO IS SMART ENOUGH TO TRY THE BUCKHORN SHOULD ASK ABOUT THE HISTORY OF THE BAR UPSTAIRS. IT MADE THE TRIP FROM GERMANY MANY YEARS AGO BY SHIP. THE HISTORY OF THE ESTABLISHMENT ITSELF IS QUITE FASCINATING. IT'S TIES TO THE RAILROAD WORKERS AND THE FACT THAT IT HOLDS THE FIRST LIQUOR LICENSE IN COLORADO AND IS STILL SERVING TODAY SHOULD SAY SO... read more

Contributor

on Citysearch

17 years ago

Denver's oldest restaurant serves up steak and beer in a traditional Americana atmosphere. – In Short Founded in 1893 by Henry "Shorty Scout" Zietz, the restaurant features a museum of taxidermy, antique weapons displays and photos of visiting celebrities. The menu features oddities such as fried alligator tail with cocktail sauce and and rattlesnake marinated in red chili and lime. For dinner, the tender and succulent buffalo prime rib rivals any beef version, and the broiled quail, served in a prickly pear and apricot glaz... read more

bert p.

on Insider Pages

18 years ago

eat wild game while the game watches you If you ever wanted to eat buffalo under a buffalo head on the wall, try the Buckhorn Exchange. The "wild west" decor includes some historical artifacts but mainly features enough taxidermy to fill several dozen hunting lodges. The menu is known for game: elk, moose, venison & rabbit, plus exotic fare like rattlesnake or alligator. Portions are medium and so is the general quality, though prices are rather higher. The Buckhorn seems very much past its peak, though still not bad as a un... read more