If crowds are any indication of quality, Then Sam's Meats…read moreare spectacular! I had not been here in many years and was shocked by the amount of customers crowding the shop! The meat did not disappoint nor did the price! This is a complete winner! I highly recommend Sam's Meats!

This butcher shop is my go to for my protein needs…read more I always stock up on all types from ground beef, steak, chicken, roast, etc... The employees are always courteous as well. Matt always knows what I want when he sees me walking in. They also honor military discounts.

I found this place last summer. It is really excellent! The finest meats around. I love their…read moresausages. They are so tasty. They're chicken taste like something special. This time I got a rack of baby back ribs, and purchased some smoked pork chops as well Both items were so delicious. Their ribs were very meaty and they were so tender. I made the pork chops, pan seared, and then used a little bit of pan sauce with them. They were so tender. Perfect smokiness. So media and delicious. If you haven't been to Wally's, you're missing out and I suggest you run down there right now.!

Great service, great selections of fresh meats. They also have all kinds of rubs, spices and…read moremarinades. Go check it out. We got a flank steak and it was amazing.

We stopped in for lunch and to check out their incredible selection of meats and supplies. The…read morecounter staff was quick, friendly, and eager to help from the moment we walked in. I tried the Italian Sausage sandwich on a hoagie bun with marinara, mozzarella, and green chili--absolutely incredible flavor and a hearty portion! My wife had the BLTA on toasted white bread and loved it. The store itself has an impressive selection of specialty meats and cuts, including lamb, duck, bison, turkey, and plenty of beef options. Great food, great service, and an awesome selection. Looking forward to our next visit!

An in person order was placed for a prime rib as well as for their Outdoor Smoker bundle. A pick up…read moredate was arranged and we headed home. The prime rib was for my birthday dinner so my husband left his phone number with them. He received a call later that day asking if the prime rib should be fresh or frozen. They wanted to make sure it did not get frozen if it was being used right away. He advised fresh and commented at what good customer service it was to make the distinction. We went together for pick up. The person who helped us when through the entire smoker bundle to show us the contents and then got the rib roast. Everything was well packaged and arranged. Even though it was the Friday before a religious holiday, and many folks were picking things up, it did not take long for us to get our order, pay and be on our way. The meats we have received both on this order and in the past have always been high quality. Edwards is an excellent butcher shop.

It is the oldest restaurant in Denver and I am a sucker for anything with history. Call it a…read moretourist trap, if you will, and there are certainly a lot of tourists here. Maybe locals never go. Honestly, I had low expectations. And yes, you are going to eat bull balls here. That is part of the deal. Fortunately, my low expectations were exceeded considerably. The Rocky Mountain Oysters (the bull balls) basically taste like batter. I would say their consistency and taste are most similar to calamari. A half order is plenty. The horseradish which accompanied the dish was milder than mayonnaise but still tasted nice and it was definitely better than the ketchupy stuff that also came with the plate. The buffalo prime rib was tender and not gamey at all. The (beef) steak was nice. They also offer other game animals like elk and quail. Our server was wonderful. She gave excellent recommendations. You can't discuss this restaurant without mentioning all the stuffed animals everywhere and the zillion animal heads mounted on the walls. It takes a little getting used to. The bar upstairs is very cool and is worth a visit but you want to dine downstairs for the best ambience. The food is good but not amazing. Call me a dumb tourist but this is a unique, fun place.

You probably can't beat this location as far as interesting decor and an accompanying story is…read moreconcerned. We spent a good amount of time after our dinner just exploring and learning. Very, very cool. We started with Rocky mountain oysters because we were feeling spicy. They were fine - you can fry anything and make it palatable. Overall, food was yummy but holy cow, was it expensive!! Definitely don't come here if on a cheaper budget. I did enjoy the interesting selection of meats and it was all cooked perfectly. The sides weren't mind-blowing (for that price I expect to be wow'd) and if you're a vegetarian, you're options are very limited. I had the cheesecake for dessert and it fell short of the mark, sadly. Large cocktail selection and their old fashioned was well made (again, high price tag). Service was friendly and plenty of staff happy to give a little history lesson. I would perhaps return to bring someone very into meat and history, but outside of that would pass.

I was across the parking lot at Personal Touch Engraving when I saw the sign for this business…read more The signage was bright and inviting and it lured me in like a lunker trout. When I walked it I was absolutely assaulted by the incredible smells of various meats/smoked meats. I was welcomed into the store like I had been a customer for a decade. The place is absolutely spotless and in anything dealing with food, that's an absolute necessity. I walked around and picked out some brawts that looked incredible, some sour dough crackers and some beef jerky. This store even has specialty meat and bone treats for your dog. Of course, I feed my dogs better than I feed myself so I had to buy them a few things. I walked it to check it out and walked out with a hundred dollars worth of stuff. This place was amazing and I simply cannot believe I didn't know it was there. It's all of two miles from my front door. I will surely be back as they have all sorts of stuff I want to try.

My go to for high quality meat and specialty products. Love their bones etc. for dogs as well!read more

tl;dr the outlandish appetizers are more gimmicky than great, but the delicious lamb chops, solid…read moresides, and complimentary creme brulee rounded out a memorable meal When it comes to Denver restaurants, few are as iconic as The Fort Restaurant. This home-turned-restaurant was constructed in 1962 as a full-scale replica of Bent's Old Fort (a historic fur-trading post along the Santa Fe Trail). The wild game-centric menu is inspired by nineteenth century Western fare, with some modern creative liberties. Nowadays, The Fort remains a popular destination for locals and out-of-towners, and the grounds host regular educational and cultural events. It is even listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. In the evening, the bottom-lit fort pops against the pitch-black background. Enter the courtyard to be greeted by a toasty campfire. Check in at the ranch house-style lobby to the left, then roll through the cabin-esque saloon on the right to sip a cocktail and nibble on an appetizer while awaiting a table. The dining room up front, bridging the bar and lobby, is harshly lit and cramped with closely packed tables; the dimly lit, quieter dining room in the back is infinitely more relaxing. Instrumental Southwestern guitar music plays respectfully in the background. I visited with friends for weekend dinner, and The Fort was packed during prime time. We kicked off our meal with a half-serving Historian's Platter, featuring nibbles of The Fort's most iconic appetizers. My favorite was the buffalo tongue crostinis, paired with rich garlic aioli. The lime- and salt-forward guacamole and sturdy tortilla chips were no slouch, either. The "Boudies" buffalo sausage wasn't much more memorable than a hot dog, while the peanut butter-stuffed jalapeños were odd but not off-putting. The Rocky Mountain oysters paired excellent crispy panko battering with a characteristically offaly iron flavor; the accompanying caper salsa was on the sweet side. From the complimentary bread basket, we preferred the autumnal pumpkin-and-walnut muffin to the standard dinner roll. The diminutive side salad sported an addictive chipotle honey dressing and the intriguing addition of salty-and-sour pickled ginger. For our entree, we shared the General Armijo's Colorado Lamb T-bones. The melt-in-your-mouth lamb was excellently seasoned and perfectly cooked; I picked the bones clean. Across the sides, we were most impressed by the cast-iron President Jefferson's Favorite Mild Green Chile Mac N' Cheese, which featured premium cheeses, chile chunks, and a crispy baked top. The Fort Potatoes (chopped and caramelized with onions and beans) were a heartier and saucier take on roasted potatoes, while the Goat Cheese Green Chile Grits were creamy but one-dimensional in flavor. For dessert, we were gifted a complimentary Creme Brulee to celebrate our special occasion. The decadent pumpkin-spice custard was addictive, and the signature "party hat" was icing on the cake (or, erm, creme brulee). The service had its hiccups -- our reserved table wasn't ready for nearly 30 minutes, and our waiter forgot our a la carte elk steak (ultimately, a blessing in disguise, as we were full even before dessert). Nonetheless, we felt welcomed and genuinely cared for. Our bill totaled $150 (including 2 drinks, tax, and tip). While expensive at face-value, the price was on the cheaper side compared to peer kitschy Colorado steakhouses. The overall experience was a net positive, worthy of a visit.

I'm honestly disheartened to be writing this review about The Fort, because it has been one of my…read morefavorite restaurants for most of my life. I've been coming here since I was 8 years old and have so many wonderful memories here with my grandparents and family over the past 20 years. I even spent my Senior Prom at The Fort. I have literally told everyone about this restaurant for years, raving that it isn't just about top-notch food, but about an incredible experience that you won't forget. That's why tonight was especially disappointing. I chose The Fort to celebrate my 10th wedding anniversary. We came here for our anniversary last year as well, and our kids loved it so much--and my husband and I have always loved it--that we couldn't think of anywhere else we would rather spend such a special evening. Unfortunately, the experience tonight fell far short of what we have come to expect from The Fort. When we first arrived, we were greeted and checked in at the entrance. However, after walking inside to the host stand, we were essentially ignored for at least five minutes while several people stood at the desk. Eventually, someone grabbed menus, confirmed our last name, and told us to follow them. From there, the little details continued to add up. The food was not presented particularly well. My New York steak was chewy and lacked flavor, to the point that I needed to add quite a bit of salt. Our water glasses sat empty for much of the meal. The famous raisin muffins arrived completely smooshed together in the basket. We were also charged for each fountain drink refill because the restaurant now uses bottled drinks poured into glasses rather than a traditional fountain. None of these things individually would have ruined our evening. But together, they contributed to a feeling that the experience we have loved for so many years is changing. It is very noticeable that, with the change in management/ownership, more tables have been added and the restaurant now feels much more crowded and focused on maximizing the number of guests. And while I completely understand that restaurants need to be profitable, I worry that in the process, The Fort is losing the very thing that made it so special. The Fort was never just about the food. It was about the atmosphere, the service, the attention to detail, and the feeling that you were somewhere truly unique. Tonight, unfortunately, it felt much more like a high-class Chili's than the special, unforgettable experience I have spent decades telling people about. That is what makes this review so difficult to write. I genuinely love The Fort and have wanted to continue creating special memories there with my own family. I sincerely hope this was an off night and that the restaurant can find its way back to the experience that made so many of us love it in the first place.

I couldn't wait to write this review! I've been to Appaloosa before, but I've never really relished…read morein the experience. After leaving a concert downtown, hoping to wait out traffic and the ride-share pick up craze- my husband and I wanted to get a quick bite and a drink. There were not many places open past 11pm on a Sunday, let alone serving food. I also came to the unfortunate realization that many of the late night places I use to frequent downtown have closed permanently since quarantine. While walking, I spotted Appaloosa from the corner of my eye. Lo & behold, not only were they open, but the menu was posted on the door with their late night hours going until 1 am. Though I had been before, I was not sure what the hours were, or if the kitchen was open late. We walked in and were greeted by live music and a friendly host. No cover charge, just a quick peak at the I.D. We sat at the bar while the band played jazz that added to the ambiance. Our bartenders were attentive and gave great conversation. We were immediately given menus and asked what we would like to drink. Katelyn took our food order promptly, and she was also funny and charismatic. We ordered the birria tacos, and they were absolutely amazing. The consommé was flavorful and bright, and the birria itself was tender and juicy. The food was so fantastic we forgot about our drinks! Appaloosa was the perfect way to wrap up the weekend, and we will be coming back very soon!

Appaloosa grill was a great stop for me while on a quick work conference! Was within walking…read moredistance of hotel & located in the heart of downtown Denver which I loved. Easy walk in availability & the servers were extremely nice and accommodating on both of my visits. The cocktails shine here for me! Food isn't bad, but felt like the menu was missing something. My favorite bite was the salad & also the blackened salmon on the side.

I will say that if you're looking for a nice dinner in Estes that isn't overcrowded or bustling or…read moreloud then this is the place to go. I will say, in honesty, it's not the cheapest place to go to but for what you're getting it's amazing. Taxidermies all over, antler chandeliers, they really bring out the old west trapper decor on you. As for the food - my wife and I just had dinner for the third time (we come every time we visit RMNP) and my dinner was perfect. Perfect. Started with the Elk Carpaccio, she had a "bees knees" cocktail and I had a beer. For the main course she had the bison ravioli, and I had the bison NY strip "bison Oscar". Steak was cooked perfectly (medium) and it was all so flavorful and well presented and out waiter was super nice and attentive. We finished it out with a creme brûlée Paid about $140 for everything but it's worth every penny for what you're getting! would recommend to anyone who's looking for something a little different or exotic from the run of the mill you'd get anywhere else

We wanted to find a fun place for our anniversary dinner and the menu at the Hunters Chophouse…read morestood out right away with the exotic game meat choices. We made reservations and the place had free parking right out front. Make sure to make the first turn into the restaurant, the turn afterwards gets you into the lake area instead. The restaurant has animal decor, I saw stuffed elk, bear, bobcat and even fox. We started with the wild game brats sampler which included smoked buffalo, jalapeño elk, apricot boar, pheasant, three cheeses, crackers and raspberry chipotle sauce. I liked the cheese, boar and buffalo but was not as big a fan of the other items. I had the bison burger with French fries for my main and that was absolutely delicious and a very big portion. For our anniversary we were given a slice of cheesecake which was very nice. Overall it was fun to try the different meats and thought the service was great, I would highly recommend this restaurant.

Love the selection of smoked meats. The smoked game meat selection is fun. Buffalo roast sandwich…read moreis a favorite.

Delicious BBQ Pork sandwich, with generous amount of meat on it. Also picked up a package of wild…read moreboar bratwurst and some kangaroo sausage. Great little place with friendly staff.