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    The Original

    4.0 (275 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    THE ORIGINAL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Trendy
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Bar
    Jarred F.

    This restaurant has a really cool vibe and is built out with an industrial atmosphere combined with a 1950s diner. We got the monthly special pancake, which was cookie butter and it was absolutely to die for. On top of that, our server TJ was one of the warmest, kindest servers we've ever had. He made my son feel so at home that he's asking when we're going back.

    STEAK & EGGS

    While the service is friendly, it took a long time to get the food and drinks. The servers did share with the people next to me at the bar that the kitchen was swamped. They apparently waiting for about an hour for their food. They said the kitchen was overloaded but the restaurant want only half filled. Makes me wonder how slower service is on actual busy days. I asked for my steak medium rare but it came out more blue-rare. I got a feeling that they rushed the cooking given how backed up it is but honestly it's worse to get an order wrong after having it take a long time rather than ensuring the wait is worth it. I tried the hot take drink but it didn't taste like it had any tequila in it and when the bartender asked how I like it, I said it was alright and he said "I don't make the recipe" but he does make the drinks... They took my steak back to the kitchen but they're just going to put it back on the grill which I'm nervous about because most of that time it comes back overcooked, which ended up being the case. I decided not to eat the dish and leave instead, overall a big bummer

    the RESTING SPRITZ FACE
    Alexis S.

    A friend put me onto this brunch spot, and now it's firmly in my rotation. It's tucked inside a hotel in McGregor Square and has such a fun, lively vibe--especially on the weekends. The first few times I went, I couldn't stop ordering the Hangover Burger... and for good reason. From the perfectly cooked smash burger to the rich, flavorful aioli, it's *so* satisfying. It's definitely on the bigger side, though, so come hungry. Their cocktails are also a win across the board, but my personal favorites are the "Drunk in Love" and the "Resting Spritz Face"--both super refreshing and brunch-approved. I brought my boyfriend here, and he got the short rib eggs Benedict and immediately hit me with a "run, don't walk" so that tells you everything you need to know. More recently, I came with a group of girlfriends and finally branched out to the steak & eggs. I ordered my steak medium with fries instead of the breakfast potatoes and absolutely *destroyed* that plate. The chimichurri was fresh and herby, the avocado added the perfect creamy balance, and dipping the fries in a side of garlic aioli just took it to another level. This is such a great spot for a girls' brunch--it does get pretty poppin on weekends, so I'd recommend making a reservation if you're going with a group. That said, I've also gone on a weekday morning and sat at the bar, which was a much more relaxed (but still perfect) vibe. Definitely a go-to brunch spot with something for everyone.

    Candy bar
    Leslie B.

    My friend and I enjoyed a Friday morning brunch at The Original while staying at the Rally Hotel. It's location, at our hotel, made it convenient, but the menu looked to be just our style as well. We headed down to a crowded restaurant around 11 AM. It was pretty packed because it was opening day for the Colorado Rockies, and everyone was getting pre-game food. We checked in, to find that it was only about a 15-20 minute wait, a perfect amount of time to get mimosas at the bar. It actually turned out that we had a nice little area to drink our mimosas near the hostess stand, where we got to chat with other patrons. The restaurant itself is an upscale and modern diner, with modern diner food. It had a bight aesthetic. Once we were seated, we got to look over the menu. We decided to share the Maple Deviled Eggs and OG Hash with soyrizo. I was glad we shared so we could try both dishes. Also, the portions were rather large. Anyway, we enjoyed the food. It was creative and flavorful. There were lots of menu items the sounded good, so it was difficult to decide. It was also fun to try a couple of breakfast cocktails, for something different than a mimosa. All in all, we had a great brunch at The Original, and it was a great way to start our day.

    Forgot to get the photo before devouring the fried chicken in hot honey and biscuit with eggs over medium
    Lauren J.

    Pretty great brunch spot! It's like an upscale diner with friendly staff, fun 70s vibe decor and lots of menu options. Located across the ballpark. I went for the chicken and biscuit. Chicken was coated with a hot honey. It came with sausage gravy, which I always ask for on the side. The dish came like an open faced sandwich topped with eggs. Very tasty. Made it even better with their selection of local hot sauces to meet my sweet and spicy desires. The sausage gravy wasn't great but didn't miss it. Dish was good as is!

    Short rib benedict
    Kristana K.

    Man, the short rib benedict is to die for! The rich hollandaise and the tender beef along with the crispy potatoes was fabulous and the hollandaise was decadent! We also had the banana french toast which is sumptuous with the banana bread topped with delicious walnuts (we took one piece off when I took the photo so it is really ample sized)! The coffee was off today...bitter and sour, but when I asked for a new cup of it, it was better the second round. Amazing service by Teej. We love that the Dining Out Passbook has this place in there! Great deal.

    Tony C.

    Wasn't sure what to expect for our visit, but we were pleasantly surprised by the great food and great service! Large portions and a big menu to choose from. Looking forward to going again.

    Alicia S.

    First time here! The food was not bad, but nothing special. Definitely better options out there. I rate the food about a C+. Good coffee. Great service. We didn't order anything extravagant, just breakfast. This is a nice establishment, but the elevated ambience does not match the cuisine. Not sure if I will come back, at least not as my choice. Unless a group of friends chooses this place. Service was great!

    Cesar H.

    The OG is serving one of the most satisfying brunches I've had recently, and it absolutely deserves a spot in your rotation. Located inside McGregor Square at The Rally Hotel, The OG leans into classic diner vibes with a polished edge. The space feels relaxed and welcoming, and the menu hits that sweet spot between comforting and indulgent. Everything we tried was solid, but there is a sleeper hit on the menu that I cannot stop thinking about: the Hangover Burger. A juicy 5oz patty topped with caramelized onions, pickles, bacon, American cheese, an over easy egg, spicy aioli, all on a soft potato bun. It is rich, messy in the best way, and exactly what brunch should be. If you are looking for a brunch spot that skips the fuss and delivers on flavor, this is it. Order the burger. Trust me.

    CHICKEN & BISCUITS
    Dan S.

    I'm not usually a big breakfast person, but it's my husband's favorite meal of the day. He heard about The Original at the Rally Hotel, so we decided to give it a try -- and after looking at the menu, even I was excited! The space is bright, airy, and perfectly decorated -- it just feels happy when you walk in. Our waitress, Kayleigh, greeted us with a big smile and was so helpful when we had a few questions about the menu. We started with the Churros as a breakfast appetizer (yes, breakfast dessert first!) -- and honestly, they could've been my entire meal. So delicious! For our mains, I had the Chicken and Biscuits, and my husband went for the Ham Benedict. My chicken and biscuits were a perfect mix of sweet, spicy, and savory -- exactly what you want on a brisk morning. My husband's Benedict was cooked perfectly, which most places don't always get right. If you love a good brunch spot, The Original is a must-try. Great food, friendly service, and they even have a full bar!

    CHICKEN & BISCUITS

    We sat outside on the patio and it was a nice day so perfect for brunch. We had good service that was quick and didn't have to wait long but reservations are preferred. You won't regret getting the banana French toast!

    CHORIZO HASH
    Amanda Y.

    Wow so impressed with the service here, out waiter was so welcoming and friendly. The portions here are also VERY generous so I honestly could've shared my chorizo hash. Everything was delicious and the vibes of the place are just as good. So glad we stopped here in Denver, def recommend for some hearty brunch. The french toast is also worth trying!

    French Toast, Short Rib Eggs Benedict
    Ken T.

    This place is so cool! I really like the spacing and lighting. There's plenty of space to spread out and they have awesome decorations. The service was generally good. Everyone was super friendly. The only thing for me was coffee refills were a little slow. I figured they must have been busy, but my coffee cup wasn't even filled all the way each time. I think a pot of coffee at the table would have been better. On to the food! We had the green Chili fries, short ribs eggs Benedict andd French toast. I really enjoyed all of it. We didn't finish the fries because there were so many, but the chili worked really well with all the toppings. The short rib was tender and very flavorful. The eggs actually bled out, which shouldn't be a surprise, but I've had so many and eggs Benedict at other places that I wasn't expecting these to be so good. The French toast was very sweet in a good way. I would definitely get those again All in all, I'll definitely go back next time I'm in Denver.

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    Food was ok. Service was great and so were the little cinnamon donuts. Cute nostalgic vibe.

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    Was not the best, not Sure if we will go there again. Coffee was cold, food was not tasty. We didn't even take the leftovers.

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    The Brutal Poodle

    The Brutal Poodle

    4.5
    (610 reviews)
    5.1 mi
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    This place... IS. THE. BEST. I originally came here back in 2018, the year I believe they opened…read more Was looking for a cool punk/metal bar for my friend and I to check out. I have since had a kid and don't drink anymore, but their food is SO ABSOLUTELY AMAZING I keep coming back. I think that even people who don't particularly enjoy the music or ambiance also frequent this spot, because the food is just that good. I definitely would recommend their Brisket Sammy. My son loves their grilled cheese, and their chicken tenders are also delicious. Do NOT skip the Holla Pena Lollipoppas, and make sure to get an extra side of the raspberry jalapeño jam to dip your tots or fries in!

    A mild poodle…read more Maybe it was an off night, but everything was off. The service was slow, first off. Drinks took forever. I don't want to say our server was slow, but she wasn't really present, and thus our service was slow/off. I love the chicken sandwich here with the buffalo sauce, but there was almost zero buffalo sauce on it this time. The fried parts all fell off while trying to eat, and so I was left with a normal chicken sandwich. One bright spot was the egg rolls, as always, and the buried fries. I love Brutal Poodle, but the other night was an off night for sure.

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    Surf N' Turf Chili Rellenos - Gold Canyon beef tenderloin, shrimp, jack/cheddar cheese, hatch chilis, brutal green chili
    Surf N' Turf Chili Rellenos - Gold Canyon beef tenderloin, shrimp, jack/cheddar cheese, hatch chilis, brutal green chili
    The Brutal Noodle - Bone Marrow broth, house smoked brisket, all the fixins. Vegan option available!!

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    The Brutal Noodle - Bone Marrow broth, house smoked brisket, all the fixins. Vegan option available!!
    Ranch House Café

    Ranch House Café

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    5.3 mi
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    What a fabulous hidden gem!!! Its our new favorite go to restaurant for any & every meal !! 16…read morebucks for a sirloin dinner. Comfy diner/western themed. OMG the Butterfly tea! The Hollandaise sauce on the eggs benedict was hot & fresh. The big salad was great the vlue cheese dressing was homemade and so thick when I drooped a fried 'shroom into it, it didnt sink!! My partners ranch was the same. I cant say enough good about this place. Cant wait to go back next week. Oops, almost forgot the staff & service, OUTSTANDING, FAST, & FRIENDLY.

    My husband and I are visiting from out of state and have been checking out different local…read morerestaurants during our vacation. We wanted a simple breakfast spot and decided to give this diner a try. The food was pretty good overall, although the steak was just okay. Unfortunately, the service wasn't great from the start. We were told to seat ourselves, which we did, but then we sat there for about 15 minutes without anyone checking on us. During that time, I asked three different employees if someone could help us. What really made it frustrating was that two other families came in after us, seated themselves, and got served almost right away. My husband and I were dressed normally, so I don't think that had anything to do with it. The diner is Hispanic-owned, and we're Hispanic too, which made the whole situation even more confusing. The most disappointing part was that no one ever apologized for the wait or acknowledged the poor service. The food was decent, but the lack of basic customer service really put a damper on the experience.

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    Side of green chile with my 3rd cup of coffee
    Side of green chile with my 3rd cup of coffee
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