The Buckhorn Exchange
Known as Denver's oldest restaurant, The Buckhorn Exchange offers visitors a dining experience not found anywhere else. Located just five minutes from Downtown, this steak restaurant has been serving tourists and residents since 1893. The menu includes prime grade steaks, as well as the not-so-common menu offerings of rattlesnake and alligator tail for appetizers and buffalo, elk and game hen for main courses.
The Buckhorn Exchange
1000 Osage Street
Denver, CO 80204
(303) 534-9505
buckhorn.com
Sullivan's Steakhouse
After a weekend of roughing it camping or mountain hiking, having a steak dinner at a fine dining restaurant, such as Sullivan's, is a perfect way to end any outdoor excursion. This Chicago-style steakhouse features certified Angus beef steaks, as well as pork, lamb and seafood for those who want variety. Sullivan's Steakhouse contains live entertainment with baby grand pianos, and offers patrons high-end cocktails, wines and a stocked cigar humidor.
Sullivan's Steakhouse of Denver
1745-61 Wazee Street
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 295-2664
sullivansteakhouse.com
The Fort
The Fort has been featured in magazines, such as Denver's own 5280 Magazine, as well as the New York Times, Sunset Magazine and Bon Appétit. It was voted locally by Coloradans as being one of the best dinner destinations in the state. In addition to be a local favorite, The Fort is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. After biking around Denver, stop by The Fort in the nearby city of Morrison to get a delicious selection of steaks, buffalo and other game for dinner. Steak selections include filet mignon and top sirloin, and each dish comes with seasonal vegetables and potatoes.
The Fort Restaurant
19192 Highway 8
Morrison, CO 80465
(303) 697-4771
thefort.com