The food is always delicious. And the service is always top notch. Tonight, in particular, our…read moreserver (Marcos) was exceptionally attentive and quite funny. He knew the menu so well and made great recommendations.

We stopped in for dinner on our last night in Denver (staying at the Hyatt across the street)…read more Drinks and food were marvelous, such a step up from usual "hotel restaurant" food. We were seated at a quiet table past the bar. I appreciated that there was a bit of music playing for atmosphere, but that it wasn't playing so loudly that you couldn't have a conversation. I had the braised short rib, and my wife had the belly-on pork chop. Both were fantastic! Special mention of our server, Jenna. She was delightful; knowledgeable, friendly and warm, she seemed to show up anytime we had a question or needed her. Overall a wonderful experience!

Overall a wonderful place to grab a healthy and quick breakfast. Music playing was 90's and early…read more2000's and totally fit the clientele. Businessmen getting breakfast before a meeting, young couples, and friend groups would all feel comfortable dining here. Breakfast was delicious and came out quickly. Hostess was attentive and friendly. Steak was tender but lacked seasoning, not a big deal. Loaded tots are to die for, you need to get these with your meal, you won't regret it. Would recommend if in the area, but nothing to go out of your way for. 8.5 out of 10 would recommend.

First, the positive: - Food was good…read more- Ambiance was nice Neutral: - Service was fair - Place was clean - Prices were fair Now the negative: - Wait time was longer than quoted - When it's time to pay the bill, they use a handheld device so you don't see a copy of the charges unless you scroll through. Upon doing so, you notice they've added two unusual changes -- a 2% "restaurant impact fee" and a 1% "kitchen staffing fee." We were told that the fee helps pay the kitchen staff because the wait staff doesn't share tips with them. We asked to have it removed and were told it cannot be removed. This is a problem based on principle and nothing else. There are costs associated with running a business. Pay your employees properly so that these fees don't need to be added. Be honest about it -- increase the cost of menu items if necessary -- but don't add HIDDEN fees! It makes you look slimy and dishonest. At the very least, remove the fees when your customers don't want to pay them. This really pales our opinion of this place. It's irritating and embarrassing for everyone, including the wait staff who have to explain the fees to the patrons, and in this case, receive a smaller tip.

Food was delicious, service was excellent, seating right away on a busy Saturday night! It was greatread more

Great staff and the food portions are huge! Also, when it'a busy the wait is normally quick. They…read moredo a great job of getting people in and out.

Well, I have visited this restaurant 3 times. All 3 times have been for a holiday brunch or…read moredinner. Location (4 stars) This restaurant is downtown near the convention center. parking is pricy if you valet park at the hotel. Last year it was around $40. Parking in the lot across the street for $25 dollars Easter Sunday. If you use a walker, I would not recommend the parking lot across the street. Food (3 Stars) The Thanksgiving buffet is the best one. I would rate that buffet a (4). The Christmas and Easter buffet are pretty low key. There is a carving station (ham and prime rib). There is an omelet station. Dessert bar is decorative. Cheesecake was delicious. The warming station with potatoes, sausage etc. leaves much to be desired. The charcuterie station is sparse. They offer unlimited mimosas for an additional $25. Service (5 stars) Staff are extremely friendly. Cleanliness (2 stars) My only complaint, I saw a tabletop being cleaned off with a rag used to clean the chairs and then under the table on the floor and on to the next tabletop. I'm just a little picky about that. Especially since folks these days go commando and wear short attire, and you know their parts are on the chair and now spread to tabletops. Wiping up the crumbs off the floor with same rag simply through me over the edge. Atmosphere (4 stars) Spacious uncrowded environment. Nice decor. Bright with large windows.

During the last few Denver Restaurant Week events, I've tried to take the offerings as an…read moreopportunity to sample restaurants that I haven't tried, or otherwise may not try, and see if I can add to my list of favorites. I saw Former Saint on CBS News, and the menu and food looked incredible. In particular, that white chocolate blueberry cheesecake was something I know my hubby would look forward to all week! I loved the idea of local food and fresh homemade dishes. Sounds healthy, after a week of potential over-indulgence at other restaurant week venues. An additional bonus was that it is located right near the Denver Convention Center and the Performing Arts Center. This has become a dry spot for fine dining, with even the choices on Larimer Square growing more thin, giving rise to the inability to get reservations at favorites like Tamayo and Rioja prior to a show. I go to performances frequently with friends, and despite my rule to avoid hotel restaurants (Former Saint is in the Hyatt Regency), I thought I'd scope out Former Saint as a place to take my friends before the next symphony or Children's Chorale or ballet or broadway performance. I must say, the jury is still out. Former Saint was a Jekyll and Hyde of courses. Parking was not difficult (Yay, maybe I can park here prior to my shows, if I grab a bite first). There is a large garage, and the promise of validation from the restaurant. The ambiance of the restaurant is typical hotel restaurant. Booths, tables, old and a bit drab. Except for the bar. Oh, my! The bar has this BEAUTIFUL copper creation above it, adding so much industrial character to the space! I was in awe looking at it, as it appeared to bring craft suds to the bartender's taps. I didn't ask how it worked, as it wasn't clear how the beer separation and dispensing worked, but it was a great centerpiece and spectacle for the place. I do wish I had investigated more about this architectural marvel, and will do so if I return. For restaurant week, my husband chose the Lobster Ravioli, Ribeye, and blueberry cheesecake (as predicted). I chose the Gotham salad, roasted chicken, and key lime tart. The lobster ravioli was nice; my husband was surprised that it was a toasted ravioli, but enjoyed it. My salad was full of beautiful greens, pears, walnuts, and feta. No scrimping here! The dressing was light and sweet/sour. The pears were a bit unripe and crisp, to the point that I was having trouble identifying exactly what fruit I was eating, but other than that, the salad was beautiful, healthy, and ample. My husband's ribeye steak was a nice cut, done to his liking. Slivered hash browns were underneath with a nice green chimichurri on top and some sliced Fresnos adding a welcome kick to the dish. My chicken was delightful. 1/2 chicken on the bone, seasoned nicely, and with a pan sauce. The breast was super-tender and delicious. It came atop cheesy grits, which was a yummy substitute for a mashed potato. I also was served side salad of curly lettuce and fennel. I probably didn't need more salad, but I was glad to have the healthy side on my plate. I will say that this salad was over-seasoned. The chicken and grits were great, but the salad too salty. My husband ordered a glass of J. Lohr Cabernet, which was a very nice find on the wine list, as far as a pairing for his ribeye. That said, the glass cost $30! A bit much, I might say. The real detractor, unfortunately, was dessert. The blueberry cheesecake looked nothing like the beautiful creamy white cheesecake accented throughout by purple blueberries, which I saw on the CBS News clip. My husband was served a very small solid purple slice, overcome with whipped cream dollops. This cheesecake had been uncovered in the fridge too long, with sort of a skin on it. My husband ate almost none of it. My key lime tart was similarly over-adorned with whipped cream, although I had some nice raspberries on top. The tart also seemed overexposed to the cool air, with the thickening of a skin on top. It was a very disappointing way to end a nice meal, and belied the healthy, homemade, craft theme. High points of this experience include the well-crafted and healthy entrees, the fact that we could see the convention center right outside our window (i.e., the location is perfect for pre-event or -theater), the $3.00 validated parking fee, and that beautiful copper tap system. Will the pros outweigh the cons? Will we be back with friends? Time will tell.

The food, the service, the atmosphere was amazing! Portions were great. Our server was very…read moreattentive and knowledgeable. I am already recommending this place to others who live in the area. You will not be disappointed! I had the Huevos Rancheros with a side of Brioche French Toast and my friend had the Denver omelet with a side of their green chili sauce. Phenomenal. I did not think I was that hungry and crushed it all! We both recommended the potatoes vs the hash browns. Sorry, no pictures as I ate it too quickly.

Came here with my sister on an early morning and they were able to seat us right away. It had a…read moredecent amount of people for being 9am on a Friday morning. Has a cozy feel to it. We ordered quite a few things because we couldn't decide what we wanted to eat. Might have been a mistake because the size portions were huge! It was great for the price, we had so many left overs. Our waiter was on top of it and made sure that we had everything that we needed. The food was tasty and came out super hot! I would be happy to come back here. Overall 5/5 stars

I ate here for the first time tonight and had such a great experience. My friend ordered a bowl…read morewith chicken and loved it and I am Vegan and Gluten Free and Emma was awesome helping me find items that would work for me. I ordered GF pizza with V cheese and it was really good! The crust is Banza and it was tasty. More like a flatbread but still very yummy. I also ordered a side of broccoli and potatoes and both were very good. This is a great find, highly recommend!

I always have good food here, but tonight it was not very good. I had a salmon salad and the salmon…read morewas severely overcooked and white all the way through. The roasted tomatoes also tasted a little funky and the croutons were partially soft and some crispy, like maybe a little old. The lettuce and pickled onions weregood. Good dressing. This experience made me question whether I want to go back. My order was ready for pickup quickly and very nice service on pickup.

I used to come here mostly for cocktails, but brunch ended up being a really nice surprise. We came…read moretoward the end of brunch service so it was super quiet and honestly kind of perfect. The whole place has this warm, plush, upscale hotel energy that somehow still feels relaxed. The espresso martini was great, the cinnamon roll was genuinely memorable, and the lighter brunch setup worked really well with the drinks. Service felt chill but polished the entire time. Definitely a different atmosphere than nighttime Death & Co, but I'd absolutely do brunch here again.

Best craft cocktails in Denver, hands-down. The vibes are always immaculate -- Cozy seating,…read moreupscale but approachable ambiance, and the building itself is just plain cool. D&C's menu is *really* expansive, and some drinks taste like they have 1-2 too many ingredients. That said, if you lean on their superb staff, they'll get you the right cocktail for the occasion. Cheers!

I came here on a Tuesday morning at around 8 AM. I ordered the chorizo breakfast burrito and a…read morelarge iced chai with almond milk. Both came out pretty quickly, and the breakfast burrito was super filling and delicious as well as the iced chai. They were able to give me Cholula for the burrito, which is great because you need a sauce with every burrito.

Quirky. Local. All breakfast burrito and no croissant…read more Coffee is smooth. Store is well staffed with a smile. Seats are comfortable couch or wire seats.

This is my second time eating at this restaurant with a 3 year gap and it was still as amazing as…read morebefore! The sausage biscuit was fluffy and had a homemade "floury" feel to it. The Mortadella Sammy was sweet and salty, the combination of the fontina cheese and the blueberry jam worked well together. It was extremely busy, but our server was very attentive and made sure we had plenty of water. I will definitely be back when I visit Denver again!

In desperate need of a catch-up session, the girls and I made reservations at the trendy Fox and…read morethe Hen to do just that. It proved to be a great start to our day! SPACE: Located in the highlands, this place has become the new "it" spot when it comes to breakfast. It's easy to spot on the corner, has decent street parking options and cute as pie inside. Bright colors splash the walls, which are lined with booths and tables alike. Community seating is in the middle, which the girls and I were happy to dine at. The color scheme here is so fun and welcoming, creating a happy and fun vibe. SERVICE: We were greeted inside by a friendly host who explained they were on a small wait. MAKE A RESERVATION and you'll be able to skip the wait, like we did, as this place is popular and fills up fast! Our server, his name escapes me now, was SO fun. He had us laughing, excited about the various food and drink offerings and made us feel right at home. It was obvious he was outgoing and truly enjoyed his job, which made all the difference in service! SIPS: We all opted for various coffee and matcha drinks. I sipped on the iced cereal milk latte, while my sister sampled the fruity pebbles matcha and our cousin had the cortado. YUM! SUSTENANCE: Such fun and different food options - which had us craving both savory and sweet! We started with the sausage in a blanket and loaded hashbrown, which was so good! My sister opted for a benedict, cousin got the massive breakfast burrito, and I opted for the breakfast salad - which was perfectly seasoned, crunchy, salty with a runny egg on top. SERIOUSLY YUM! We also chose to try the buttermilk and blueberry pancakes, because why the heck not?! Everything came out in good time, was pretty in presentation and absolutely delicious! Portions are massive so come hungry! Here's to more breakfast dates at this new and fun spot!!

This is very cute, chic place: perfect for girlfriends to have mimosas brunch on a Sunday and do…read morepics Music was not overwhelming, you were still able to have a conversation without shouting. I love that you walk in, order, pay and find a place to seat: this works for big groups, or friends because it avoids the splitting 10 tabs, or misunderstandings that one paid more or less. The staff were friendly, and knowledgeable (I asked for suggestions). The food came out hot, and had a good presentation. I ordered the breakfast tacos, and I was surprised to enjoy the different flavors: from the grilled queso to green salsa (I personally would have paid extra for the corn tortillas but I missed it) The crepe was good, healthy and plenty of berries! The frittata was fluffy, and the salad complemented it. The only thing, is that I drink my coffee black, and to my taste, stick with matchas or lattes.

Known as one of the best brunch spots in Denver. We got the Chinese sausage fried rice and the…read moreenchiladas de mole. The vibe is casual. You order at the counter and they bring the food to your table. The enchiladas were solid, but the mole sauce wasn't great. 6/10. The fried rice was good, but honestly something you could make at home. The chili eggs were a highlight, just a bit too much garlic. 6.5/10.