Their A5 wagyu from Japan is exceptional! The staff and crew are amazing; they saw me accidentally spill a very small amount of my drink and without me asking brought me a new drink. Atmosphere is dark and ambient with not too much fuss. The appetizers, drinks, main course were all 10/10. Hands down best steakhouse in Denver. read more

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Seriously why did it take me so long to try this place? Amazing thru and thru zero complaints! From the welcoming warmth of the host-Javi you are a gem! To the server and the quality of food all amazing! Thank you Mark for making us feel special and thank you to our server who was on it! Not a dirty dish in site when the next entree came out, the check-ins were consistent but not enough to make you feel rushed. The place is worth every penny! Thank you for a wonderful night -we will be back! read more

We ate here for Christmas dinner with our family (party of 4)! We started with two sides as our appetizers. The crispy califlower and the potato dish of the night! Both of these were so flavorful and perfectly cooked! We got two salads to share for the table a ceaser salad which was beautiful and a house salad!! Three of us each tried a steak. I got the Denver and one of us got the fried chicken (which ended up being a huge meal)! The steaks were the best each of us had ever had and their complimentary steak sauce was SO good! We enjoyed the cheesecake for dinner and an espresso nightcap! Our server was nice and attentive, keeping our glasses filled throughout the night! read more

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We had a reservation for a birthday dinner here. We were really excited about A5 since it was recommended on a couple of travel websites. Upon arrival, the two staff members at the check-in desk gave us a bad attitude. Then when we were about to get seated, we politely asked if we could sit in a booth instead of a table. The staff said okay but side-eyed us. We each ordered the tenderloin with two sides to share. I asked for my tenderloin to be cooked medium but they brought it out cooked rare. We brought it to their attention and they said they'll cook it more which was nice I guess but at this point our mood was totally ruined given we came to A5 for a special occasion. Our food was also cold when they brought it out to our table. Definitely will NOT be coming back. 20% gratuity is automatically charged btw which is great for their staff but in this moment I wish I could adjust the percentage given the service was terrible. read more

Food and service are just average. Lamb shank comes without a side. To add mashed potatoes $14. 20 percent tip was included in the bill. This doesn't help service read more

Every dish and drink had FLAVOR. Perfect. Service was professional and familiar. Recommend. read more

We went to A5 for business meeting and it definitely didn't disappoint. When I tell you EVERYTHING we had was cooked to perfection. The service was amazing and the smoked old fashion is a must. read more

A5 Steakhouse - 10oz Filet Mignon - Steakhouses Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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We came here for drinks and had a great time. The ambiance was amazing and the drinks were great - really want to come here for a steak! Service was also memorable, highly recommend coming here for a great experience. read more

A5 Steakhouse - drinks - Steakhouses Near Me - Denver, Colorado

My husband and I were staying in downtown Denver and our concierge suggested this spot for dinner. It was very easy to make reservations which I highly suggest if you're dining on the weekend. The spot is very quaint with a great ambience but it's small and will require reservations. The food was absolutely delicious and it was one of our favorite dining experiences in Denver. The steak was cooked perfectly and you absolutely must try the fried mac & cheese. read more

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WOW. That's all I can say! Everything here is perfection. We came here for our anniversary dinner and loved all of the food and the vibes. The music was great. We had -oysters -artichoke -A5 wagyu (totally worth it if you're coming here) -20oz dry aged rib eye -scallops -Mac and cheese croquettes -kimchi fried rice (I'm not usually a fried rice fan and this was amazing, far surpassed any fried rice I've had before) -chocolate cream pie (unbelievable) Cocktails were well balanced and spirit forward. Overall amazing spot! It's not cheap by any means, but I felt all of the starters and sides were good portion sizes and worth the money. We had plenty of left overs. read more

A5 Steakhouse - Steakhouses Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Added gratuity on a deuce! Never will return! Don't think they will even care ! Food was creative and good! Service was good! Really won't recommend! read more

very good!! ricky was amazing. oysters are great. love the atmosphere!! service was good too read more

A5 Steakhouse - Steakhouses Near Me - Denver, Colorado

The food was really creative and just solid! Had the Denver steak, oysters, bread, mashed potatoes, lettuce wraps. All great

I recommend A5 to everyone! First the service was 10/10! Especially Javier, Mark, and Joe. These guys should set the standards for the industry. Thanks for all of the wonderful recommendations and going above and beyond for us. We ate several dishes of delicious food in this beautiful restaurant. Memories were created that will last a lifetime time, we can't wait to go back! Again, thanks to the whole team at A5! read more

My husband and I were in this place for a while eating and thinking it looked familiar. Then we realized, it used to be Morin! They redecorated the whole place but the location was unmistakable. It was kind of trippy. The food was delicious and good service too. I've never seen steak tartare served like a sandwich. It was really tasty. I highly recommend trying it. read more

A5 Steakhouse - Beef tartare. Never seen presentation like this before. They are like little sammies! - Steakhouses Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Not bad. I was expecting more of a steakhouse with meatier options it it had a full menu and about 5 steaks. Overall, the Denver steak was BOMB and the mashed potatoes were to die for. Will definitely come back when in the area. Parking garage right here so parking was easy for being downtown. read more

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Service, unique menu options, and food presentation were phenomenal. I wasn't impressed with the flavors though despite how amazing the food looked. I was expecting some marbling of the steak but it was incredibly fatty and most pieces inedible. Seasoning was pretty bland on both the steak and prawns despite how amazingly seasoned they appear to be. My co-worker ordered a Denver steak cut and also said their cut was pretty bland. I will definitely be back to give this place another chance but will have to order something entirely different. read more

A5 Steakhouse - Del Monico steak with prawns - Steakhouses Near Me - Denver, Colorado

A5 Steakhouses lived up to all the hype! It's was everything we expected and more. We had a Sunday night reservation for a party of 6. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu, she also gave us a great wine recommendation. The menu is reasonably priced for the value you get. The food was cooked to perfection, came out on time cooked to the correct temperature. The sides are big enough to share. We truly enjoyed our dinning experience. Will definitely be back next time I'm in Denver. read more

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Had this place saved because I saw a cute tiny little sign downtown one night and so glad I came back to try it out. It's easy to miss from the outside but super cute inside. Their happy hour is incredible. The flavors and quality of food is spot on! We got margaritas and they were tasty - strong, a little sweet and on point. The hh oysters were smaller but refreshing and they had fresh horseradish to serve. You MUST get the wagyu yakitori - it comes with one skewer. If you like meat, get one per person. So delish. Tender, flavorful, incredible. The mac n cheese croquettes are good - priced per croquette. These are pretty heavy and rich. The croque monsieur has the most amazing bread - essentially a ham and cheese sandwich, elevated. Also good and filling. I'm excited to come for a full meal! Our hh stop was filling and incredible! Service was quick - there's an automatic 20% gratuity that's charged that our bartender had mentioned also. read more

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I was looking for a good steakhouse but nothing too expensive and fancy. I read a few reviews and the food was looking outstanding. The prices weren't too bad and it wasn't super fancy. So I try to make reservations online but nothing was available at the time I wanted. Their website said they accept walk-ins so that's what I did. The host Xavier I think that was his name he was excellent. He let me know that they're pretty full but there may be a spot at the bar. I sat at the bar then about 5 minutes later Xavier says a table has just opened. I take the table which is upstairs and if you're at least 6'1" watch your head because the ceiling is a little low. I already knew what I wanted when I checked out A5 weeks before. Yes I wanted the A5 steak which I never had before but heard so many good things about. I also ordered the house salad, the chile Crab fried rice which was very delicious. My lady friend got a regular steak which was good but wasn't the A5!!! That A5 was something real special it came with some tasty sauce but the A5 really didn't need it. The decor is a little strange to me because A5 is a steakhouse so I thought they would have a little bit of Japanese flavor but I really didn't see that. I did see some pictures of Palm Springs upstairs and I noticed it right away because I'm from San Diego. I was thinking that was very strange but whatever. The service was good and my server was nice and even though she forgot our coke everything was great. I thought it was different that they add a twenty percent tip to the bill. What if the service isn't that great? Well I really didn't need to worry about that. Oh when I got my A5 my regular server didn't bring it to me I believe it might have been the owner or the manager. I thought that was pretty cool seeing how you're getting their best steak and the owner brings it out to you. A5 is GREAT in my book and I would definitely come here again!!! read more

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Amazing food, I was in love after the oysters but truly was dazzled by the options and how good everything tasted. I tried something new - their tartare sandwich. So. Freaking. GOOD! Who knew uncooked meat could be so yummy? Split that with my co-eater while sipping on some wine and the main course didn't take long to follow. Everything flowed well and our server was great at explaining the items and checking in on us without being too intrusive. Lamb chops, mashed potatoes and broccolini. The broccolini was the star by far, believe it or not, and it definitely wasn't because the lamb or potatoes weren't bomb. Potatoes were the perfect balance of thick and creamy. My only note for the chops is that I wish the serving was juuuust a little more. For two adults, we probably needed a bit more meat to fully round out the plate. This place isn't cheap but it's worth it for a special occasion, we had no complaints. read more

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Great happy hour! Tasty cocktails, cool vibe. We love to sit at the bar and chat with the friendly bartenders. Happy hour is every day where most just do weekdays. The burger and fries are not the typical burger and fries. Toppings and dipping sauce (fries) set it apart. When we have an event in downtown Denver this is our go to. read more

Wife and I went for our anniversary last weekend. I ordered the Denver steak and she got the Santa Maria and we split the Mac n cheese croquettes. Service was great and the croquettes were tasty. However, I ordered a medium rare steak and it came out well done. I politely notified the server, who was great and apologetic. They offered to prepare another steak for me to take home, which was nice. When I got home, I opened the box looking forward to my medium rare steak, but it was just another well done steak. They automatically add 20% to your bill, which I would have given anyway, but overall, very subpar experience to spend $300 on an anniversary dinner with well done steak. read more

Drank out of a cowboy boot. Ate crab legs, lobster tail & Santa Maria tri tip. Super yummy! Porch pounder por deus read more

A5 Steakhouse - Porch pounder in cowboy boot for two - Steakhouses Near Me - Denver, Colorado

A5 is a great steak restaurant in the downtown/Union Station area. Expensive but worth it. Chilled oysters came with, I think, shaved horseradish, mignonette, cocktail sauce, and a lemon with netting. East and West coast were available; and only $2.50 each during happy hour (normally $4-5 depending on quantity). Small issue: there were some broken shell fragments in the oysters. They need to be a bit more careful when shucking. Bavette steak: cooked to the right temp, juicy, and tender. Good sear and charring. Good cut of meat, no gristle. They charge a 20% service fee instead of a tip. It's not hidden because it's mentioned on their website and on their paper menu. They make it clear that they don't expect anything on top of that. They said that the 20% is split between front of house and kitchen, and that any additional tip is given to the front of house. read more

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The food here was phenomenal. All I could think of when devouring my meal was when I could come back. Came here for happy hour and sat at the bar. Friendly service. Mac and cheese croquette was excellent, as was the wagyu burger - maybe one of the best burgers I've ever had. I don't even like burgers that much and I can't stop talking about it. Perfect brioche bun, caramelized onions, pickles, tender and perfectly chargrilled wagyu. The whole experience was excellent and I've told many friends since then that they should come check this place out. Can't wait to return and try more of the menu. read more

Very good place in Denver. Service was good. Food was tasty! Cool decor, recommend reservations read more

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Prior to our dinner last night, Smith and Wollensky's was my favorite steakhouse. That all changed last night when I had my Birthday Dinner at A5. Simply put, A5 is my favorite Denver restaurant. My wife and I had dinner with our friends, who were also celebrating a birthday weekend. This was our dinner throughout the night: Cocktails - I ordered the Old Fashioned which was nice and smooth. The rest of us ordered the Sunday Funday which was also great. Appetizers - we skipped them but I'm coming back for the oysters. Salad - Caesar, which was a real Caesar salad, complete with egg and anchovy dressing. Sides: we ordered what is now my favorite side dish, Bacon and Kimchi fried rice, along with Braised Esotera Greens and the Japanese Milk Bread Rolls which were superb to say the least. Entrees: I ordered the Sirloin which was cooked to perfection, and had this unique smoky flavor. My wife ordered the lamb which was delicious and our friends ordered the bone-in NY Strip which was phenomenal. The steaks were some of the best I've ever had. Dessert: We all ordered the honey nut tart which were devoured within minutes. Overall, this is one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. This is another victory for Denver becoming a culinary destination. And kudos to Juan Padro and Chef Max Mackissock for being part of a phenomenal restaurant! read more

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If you have never spent ~$25 an ounce for a steak, you are missing out. I have had Waygu, but this was on another level. Seared perfectly crisp, yet med-rare with only a little pressure needed from your tongue to eat. The tartar was tasty, not the most visually appealing. The consistency was closer to pate` than other tartar I have had. The wedge was good, we got the crunchies on the side as a gluten-free option. The atmosphere and service helped set the mood for a swanky steak dinner. I enjoyed the experience, and I'm already researching where I can try more A5 Waygu. read more

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We were pretty disappointed by this restaurant after all the rave reviews. For a nearly $400 meal for a family of 4 (including 2 kids who didn't really eat much) you can go to an actual steakhouse and have an amazing meal with wonderful service - you won't get that here. I looked up the menu online before making a reservation and decided it would be fine for our family as they had a burger on the menu- we have one kid who's a picky eater but will always eat a burger. When we were seated for an early dinner however, the menu we were brought did not have a burger or anything that would appeal to this child. We ordered as best as we could... then while trying to get the kid to eat kimchi fried rice which she was not having (and it was super over seasoned, no one really liked it. Mac and cheese sticks in a red sauce - also not good)... we THEN see the people around us actually being served cheeseburgers, and even a basic looking grilled ham and cheese sandwich... so that was really frustrating as there is apparently a more basic menu that they decided NOT to give to a family with children. Overall there was nothing great about this place. Service was clunky, dinner rolls came out AFTER our steaks. Food was fine, nothing special and certainly not worth the exorbitant cost. We won't be back and would not recommend it to others, there is nothing here I would return for. read more

The love I have for A5 is unmatched, and I can say without a doubt, A5 is the best restaurant in Denver! First off, the staff is always so friendly. We went for my boyfriend's birthday last week and our server was awesome. Multiple servers came up to chat with us and compliment Ryan's Billy Strings hat & King Gizz shirt (Denver, am I right?). Since it was Ryan's birthday our server also brought over complimentary espresso martinis which were so delicious and thoughtful. We weren't expecting anything that generous. If you're going to A5, it's smart to get there early because their happy hour is to die for. Until 5:30pm you can enjoy $2.50 oysters, $4 mac & cheese croquettes, $12 burger & $10 select cocktails among a handful of other happy hour offers. We always have to start off with a dozen oysters and a mac & cheese croquette. Such an explosion of flavor in the croquettes! We also had the poutine which was insane, easily could be it's own entree. The fresh fries are slathered in cheese curds, gravy, pot roast (so much meat!) scallions & chilies. I would definitely recommend, and you could easily split the poutine with a group of 4 or 5 to not spoil your dinner. My boyfriend orders the Denver steak every time he comes to A5 and swears that it's the best steak he's ever had. The steamed PEI mussels are so tasty, that broth could seriously be sold on it's own - there's sooo much flavor packed into it. The focaccia that comes with the mussels is also to die for. Burgers are my absolute favorite and definitely my death row meal, so I ordered the burger this time around. The burger itself was expertly seasoned with a ton of salt and pepper, the special sauce and onions was so good that it literally melts in your mouth. I love burgers and this was one of the top 5 burgers I've ever had in my life. If you couldn't tell already, I'm a little A5 obsessed, but if you haven't been yet you must add it to your list! read more

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Worth the experience for the delicious food. I took my fiance here for his birthday. We basically shared a four course smorgasbord of mish mashed flavored foods that actually worked quite well together. 1. Mussels escabeche and tropical cocktails 2. A5 wagyu (4 oz cut into 4 pieces with onion petals and sauce) 3. Santa Maria Tri-tip sirloin (no sauce needed), lobster, Japanese milkbread rolls, and kimchi fried rice with a glass of Tooth + Nail cabernet 4. Sticky toffee pudding with a maple flavored quenelle We loved just about every bite we had. We went because of the A5 and it was worth the melt in your mouth experience. Savor it! While I enjoyed the quenelle, I didn't find the pudding to be very special. I didn't get photos of everything. Oops! Items to note: -A5 changes their menu frequently enough affording a new experience per visit. This also means, something you loved once may not be available during your next visit. -Service is great from host to wait staff. Huge thank you to each of them! -While the ambiance is visually fun and funky, the restaurant is small and VERY loud. Maybe it is less loud during non-peak hours? We were there during dinner on a Saturday and had to raise our voices a lot to speak to one another. Two-tops are small and also tightly jammed together with little walking space to squeeze through. The loudness is the one reason we will likely not return. -The happy hour menu looks lovely and economical in comparison to the main menu. -Make reservations because they do get busy! You pay a small deposit which is refunded almost immediately after dining. -The tip is already included in your bill. You can add on to this if you feel service was exceptional, which we did. -Give yourself time to park. It's downtown Denver. -Don't forget to take a photo of the neon lit fragile leg lamp (ala Christmas Story). read more

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The Steaks, the appetizers, the Macaroni and cheese croquette, the service, A5 has it all and it has become my favorite Steak House in Denver. We got lucky enough to try a 30 Day dry aged Tomahawk Steak and the experience was insane. They do sell out fast so be quick to check if they have one available. Yes it is downtown but parking is very available and the several times we have gone there has not been a struggle with parking. When you go, try their Manhattan ;) it's my favorite read more

A5 Steakhouse - 30 day Dry Aged tomahawk steak - Steakhouses Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We have been wanting to try this place, I am so happy we did, the decor is spot on, and the food was amazing. The star of the show for me and my wife was Carly, she answered all our questions and was courteous without being overbearing. She had a great attitude and asked us if we were celebrating anything, which was a nice touch to engage with us. She made our evening even better than we were expecting. Thank you, we will be back. read more

Best HH oysters in Denver. A5 burger on HH (not pictured because my boyfriend devoured it immediately) is divine. read more

A5 Steakhouse - HH Oysters - Steakhouses Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Right off the top here: the Japanese milk bread is worth the price of admission on its own. And while we weren't there for happy hour, we did get a look at the menu because the time was right - and we did get a happy hour drink before dinner - the wife and are certain we could gorge ourselves stupid and require an Uber home on the Happy Hour menu alone and spend like, under $150 for both of us. We started with the Beef Tartare Sando which was out of this world. We also got oysters and the Wagyu Yakitori off the HH menu, and everything was straight up divine. Moving into dinner I was able to snag the American Wagyu Burnt Ends which aren't on the menu, but they only have some of the time. It came with a couple of slices of the Japanese milk bread, a couple of small sides - and we got some whipped potatoes and broccolini. My wife dove into the Tenderloin with a bordelaise sauce. Honestly could not have been happier with everything. Food was top notch, service was very casual and friendly. We had everything we needed and never waited for anything. It was a really, really wonderful experience. LOVED our time here, and can't wait to go back. read more

I didn't know what to think of this place when we got there - the menu is like an Asian Steakhouse - but I was really impressed. We tried several different things - the hamachi appetizer, the Korean steak wrap, salad, bacon fried rice, bavette steak (with the best chimichurri I've ever had), French fries and scallops. Everything had good flavor and was unique - not something you will find everywhere. They have a solid cocktail and wine list as well. Our server regularly checked in on us and was incredibly nice and the ambiance is pretty casual and not a stuffy steakhouse. I would definitely go back as there are still a lot of items I want to try on the menu! read more

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Stumbled in here for a drink or two and absolutely loved the decor of this restaurant. It looked like a regular bar until I realized it was a nice vibey steakhouse. While I sat at the bar. The bartenders were very nice and fast in making my drinks. They took very good care of me and I wish this bar was in the town I lived in because I'd be a regular. read more

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I generally don't delay writing a review too long from the time of the actual dining visit (Jan '24) but a very recent conversation about this venue reminded me of the need to write one. I happened to be discussing dining options to a couple who recently moved here from San Diego, CA and the husband had dined at A5 Steakhouse and our assessments were spot on. I dined at the bar, having a couple of cocktails, and decided on their Bavette entry with added Whipped Potatoes and side of Au Poivre. Downtown eateries I expect to pay premium prices and to that point A5 doesn't miss its mark. However, I also expect above average service and taste. Personally, I felt the service was relatively slow and lacking while the entry was sub-par at best. In my original posting I failed to mention my utter surprise at the 20% "Service Charge" applied to the ENTIRE check amount. I feel the backhouse staff should receive a fair pay rate for their services, however I think the restaurant should compensate the kitchen staff accordingly in their wages, if it means raising the prices to patrons at least it's a bit more discernible. To A5's credit; a disclaimer of this practice is provided on their website, however I visited because I was in the area and had not read this prior to dining. "A5 is a service-included restaurant; the service charge is distributed to the staff in an equitable manner. Additional gratuity is appreciated, but not required" In short there's just too many other dining options in the downtown and nearby suburban areas that offer a much better meal and bang for your buck! read more

A5 is part of a larger local restaurant group with many different concepts. A5 is a higher end steak house. We made our way here for happy hour which is 3:30-5:30. I had my eye on a couple things and just wanted to check everything out in general. The oysters are half price on HH ($2.50) and they are good! I also love they have Manhattans on draft for $10 on HH. I had to try the burger also, but it was very underwhelming. The burger to bun ratio is off and at $13 (on HH) not worth it. If they would include the fries, maybe. But the fries are an extra $5!! Wow. I really wanted the beef tartare Katsu sandwich and had to wait until 5:00 to order it as it's on the dinner menu (as an appetizer) and not available to order until then. This is also a must order. Service was pretty good. I would probably go back for HH, but overall I think it's spendy. read more

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