I love this restaurant it's comfortable it's old-school and it's been in the family for years. Presentation of the food is lovely not to mention delicious and the family is so adorable. Every single one of them I would highly recommend this for a great romantic night party just sitting at the bar and having a good time and this is a very very sweet restaurant and again the food is delicious. read more

This place is very nostalgic and we had high hopes. The truth the food was just ok - drinks just ok and it felt old and dated. What a beautiful place but the staff was off putting our order was not cooked correctly and the food overall was subpar to say the least. I hope that they figure it out :-(. High hopes at first of becoming a regular spot now we will never come back. Sucks read more

Bastien's - 10oz New York - with special mash potatoes. - Steakhouses Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Amazing service, Food was decadent. Never had sugar steak before and I was surprised on how amazing it was. Laura was our server - best service I have had in a very long time at a restaurant. 5 stars will be back. read more

Bastien's - Old guy, B-day NY cheese cake, Banana cream pie, bread pudding!! - Steakhouses Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Bastien's Steakhouse is one of Denver's best kept secrets! The location, just west of Colfax and Colorado Blvd., started out as a drive-in theater in the '30's. The unusual octagonal-shaped restaurant was built in the late '50's. Bastien's remains "old-school", and we love it! About 30 years ago they introduced the "sugar steak"! Bob and I have been recreating this for the last 10 years at home. Basically it is a multi-spice sugar rub that is added to a dry-aged steak before grilling. The sugar in the rub helps caramelize a nice crust on the steak. At Bastien's, you can only order the sugar steak rare or medium-rare. I love this about them. Tonight we both tried different types of steaks. I had the 20 oz bone-in ribeye with Worcestershire mushrooms, while Bob had an 8 oz gorgonzola top sirloin. We both enjoyed our steaks. Both of our salads we're great! Bob had the wedge for an additional fee, while I had the traditional house salad. Bob ordered the double-baked potato. I tried their specialty mashed potato which came with cabbage and bacon bits. I gave the carbs to Bob, and he decided he still preferred the double-baked potato. Bob said the complimentary bread was pretty good, as well. My cocktail was served in a very petite glass, but hit the spot. Our waitress Jeannine was fun and sassy. Did was delivered very quickly, despite it being busy. The ambiance was retro-fabulous! It was a packed house and everyone seemed to be in good spirits. Sometimes you just need a really good steak, and want to save a little money compared to the more modern steakhouses. We made reservations through OpenTable, and I highly recommend it. Tonight, Bastien's participated in Dining Out for Life. 25% of the proceeds went to a great cause! For an additional $25 donation, donations were matched my corporate sponsor. read more

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I rediscovered this steakhouse that has been around for more than 50 years. It is still family-owned and still producing great steaks at moderate prices. The service is good. The atmosphere is kitschy in that there hasn't been many changes in the decor over the years. A Marilyn Monroe photo has a prominent place on the lower dining room wall. The parking lot is not big enough for the restaurant but more often than not it is adequate for the number of customers present. The bar is well stocked and reasonably affordable and for wine, you get a generous pour. This is a good choice for those who want a good steak at a price below the high-end franchise steak houses. read more

If you want to feel like an old school mobster having a Bitchin steak, this is your joint. The sugar-crusted steak was simply the best. On the hidden menu, you'll find the lingonberry-crusted steak. That bastard was slapping too. read more

Home of the sugar steak...yes! I could eat this steak every night of the week! Probably the best steak I have ever had! I love the old school vibe of this classic steakhouse. This joint is kind of pricy for what you get and I think there are probably other steakhouses out there that can compete, but for the experience and the vibe it's pretty cool! My parents had date night here back in their day, so I had to go because I've heard them talk about this place for decades; I just don't think the sides are anything to get excited about nor the appetizers, it's really the steak, the sugar steak and it's good, but you have to like your steak rare or medium rare to get the sugar steak experience. The service was good, the sugar steak was great, my husband had salmon, it was good too, everything else was just mediocre. I would come back for the steak though! read more

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I just had a lovely dinner with my family and couldn't wait to share about our first time there! The sugar steak was everything that you hear it is and the grilled caesar salad amazing, and the pomegranate martini delicious! My server was the absolute BEST, Patrick is his name, he was nice, friendly, informative and a delight to talk to! We even met the manager Jessica and she was so sweet and friendly! We can't wait to go back there and we recommend it to anyone looking to have a beautiful dinner at a fabulous historical restaurant, with excellent customer service! read more

We really enjoyed our experience at Bastien's! Cocktails, appetizers and steaks were yummy! Great service!!

I recently ate at Bastien's with my folks. We shared a bone in ribeye and a NY strip, both with the sugar glaze. We also enjoyed split pea soup. The steaks came with a baked potato and steak fries. The steaks were excellent, and the fries and potato satisfying. The premium wine list delivers extremely high quality for 1/3 of the cost you would find elsewhere. Finally, the atmosphere is cozy. It's like silk pajamas; relaxed and cozy, but also delicate. read more

Originally wrote this review may 2022- Omg what to say about Bastiens? This is our favorite steakhouse in the Denver area. If you're a fan of Frank Lloyd Wright style architecture, this is the place for you. It is gorgeous inside, and three levels! And every level you can view from the main entrance. Very enchanting, in my opinion. The lights and decor they've provided do elevate it, the twinkling lights really make the atmosphere. Okay, on to the food, the seasonal butter and bread accompaniment is always amazing. As of may '22 it consisted of black olives, whipped cream cheese and a few other things I can't recall- however it was fabulous, and both bread sticks and the pan of butter were devoured almost instantly by my husband and I. For apps we got the escargot (buttery and cheesy), their seasonal ahi tuna (slightly spicy with sesame seeds), and the bacon wrapped scallops (delicious, perfectly seared, smokey flavor from the bacon came through perfectly). For entrees I got the NY strip with the sugar rub; it had an almost barbecue flavor to it; but it was really delicious. Mashed potatoes were wonderful, veggies were well cooked and seasoned. My husband got steak as well that he enjoyed throughly. We also got the cacio e Pepe to split, and as much as I hate to say it, I would probably skip on this next time and go for something else. The pasta tasted of good quality and was cooked Al dente but it just wasn't as creamy as I wanted, and the portion was very small. Overall though, I do love this place and look forward to our next meal here. Service has been exceptional every visit. Also worth noting is that I always get one of their seasonal old fashioneds, which has left me impressed every single time. Last year they had a pink pepper style old fashioned which was amazing, this time they had a fruit based flavor that was equally great. If you're a fan of old fashioneds, you just can't go wrong here and you should absolutely try whichever they have at the moment. read more

I'm too lazy to write a review but my husband said "ITS SO GOOD THAT YOU GOT TO LEAVE A RATING BABE" so there it is... 5 stars, we loved it :) read more

I had the absolute best time here. Home of the Sugar Steak!!! A very reliable source told me that Bastien's is a Denver staple that's gotta be experienced, I took her up on it, and now I can't wait to go back. Super classic steakhouse atmosphere with carpeted floors, dimly lit booths, a colorful bar with a great martini menu, an old staircase that leads to an upper level, wooden walls and twinkle lights, and big fat beautiful steaks. Of course I ordered the sugar steak, medium rare, and it was seriously incredible. I'm sweet + savory's biggest fan and this piece of meat is caramelized to absolute perfection. With a loaded baked potato and the house salad with bleu cheese dressing... That's my favorite meal ever right there. You can't go wrong. Everything was so good! My Pinot noir tasted like it'd maybe been open a little too long, but other than that my meal was definitely repeat-worthy. Typical steakhouse prices, big portions, a sort of swanky casual vibe. You'll want to order a martini and shrimp cocktail. I think next time I will. read more

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A 3.5 star rating is a bit high for this place. This is a 2 star at most. Bastien's screams Help! Was excited to try Bastien's after hearing about their famous Sugar Steak on the cooking channel. Being Wifey's B-day we decided to give them a try since we were in the area. First red flag for me was the decor, it almost felt dusty, maybe some people find it charming, not me. Second red flag was the Hostess... She was no where to be found, we stood by the door looking like window shoppers. It wasn't till we finally made eye contact with a waitress that we got acknowledged. 10-15 minutes of waiting, the hostess shows up... no greeting, no apology just asked "do you have a reservation?" smfh!! Third red flag, with only two waitresses running the show, food didn't show up until almost an hour later. I truly felt like leaving after 30 minutes, but didn't want to miss out on that Sugar Steak. Fourth red flag. This was a special occasion. It was clearly noted on the reservation. This was completely overlooked. Make matters worst, other tables nearby celebrating B-days got a nice treat with a candle at the end of their dinner. What did we get? A f****** check on the table. By this point, I just wanted redemption somewhere else. If you're still wondering about the Steak. It was decent. A bit fatty. Well cooked. But really nothing over the top. It didn't bring that flavor that I was expecting. It did go great with some eggs the next morning. The mashed potatoes were superb I must say, but we came for the steak. Bastien's has much room for improvement. read more

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Old school charm and delicious steak definitely did not disappoint! We started off with a fantastic cocktail a bar. The Mrs. Had a delicious martini and I had fantastic drink featuring 4 Roses Single Malt, cherry juice, and lime. We went upstairs for dinner. Fantastic Mid Century architecture and we were so fortunate to get Tammy as our waitress. She was classy, knowledgeable, and fast! I had the Tomahawk Pork chop special which was 1st Class, 5 star delicious and my wife had the Filet prepared Black and Tan style. Delicious! We will be back to this awesome blast from the past Denver Steakhouse! It was an experience! read more

O my gosh! If you are into crazy good food, a nostalgic vibe, and great drinks this is the place! I was greeted right away and seated. A cocktail to start, traditional escargot with the right balance of garlic and parmesan. The parm was perfectly baked on top and the escargot were tender and delectable. Then came the wedge salad with homemade bleu cheese. The bleu cheese was amazing, the perfect balance of cream and bite. For the main course It was suggested I have the jalapeno filet, with the jalapeno mashed potatoes. This did not disappoint. The steak was prepared perfectly, had a nice hit of jalapenos, and was dressed with a charred hole jalapeno. The special mash was an amazing pairing with that steak. The jalapeno pieces had obviously been deveined and it provided an amazing textural difference with a small hint of spice. The dinner was ended with a sizzling apple pie. The crust was light and airy, the pie was a perfect balance of fruit and cinnamon. All I can say, is I travel all over the country and this is the place I will be going every time I am in Denver. read more

Bastien's - Sizzling apple pie! - Steakhouses Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Finally tried this place after decades of driving by it and never trying it due to its unassuming outdoor facade. Both the food and service were fantastic. Great old school steakhouse vibe that is very refreshing compared to the pretentious atmosphere that other steakhouses in the area can have. I also love how a soup/salad and choice of potato are included with your steak order as most steakhouses now a days charge for salads and sides a la carte. My dad and I went together and both got steaks with their "classic sugar rub" I had the dry aged ribeye and he had the NY Strip, both were excellent but with both agreed the ribeye slightly edged the strip. We tried the wedge and Caesar salads and they were both excellent. High recommend for a nice night out. read more

Are waitresses was very rude. After I told I was waiting for my food over hour. And had ask three different people about my second drink. Then she told me and my date that this not the place for us. I felt like I was not welcome due that I was gay and not. White. I've always had a good experience. I will go back and make sure I tell everyone. read more

I'd absolutely give 5 stars for the steak and atmosphere! I can't believe I've never been here before, having driven by countless times and being familiar with the sign. We went here for the first time for my husband's birthday. They decorated the table with streamers and gave us a free dessert. The service was solid and friendly, the salads and appetizers were a solid 4 stars. The drinks were also great, but a tad on the expensive side. The steak...WOW. We frequently go to the steak staples - Del Frisco's, Capital Grill, Shanahan's, Perry's - and the steak here was one of the favorites of all-time. It melted in your mouth and was cooked perfectly. We did not try the famous sugar steak, but will in the future. Also, the prices outside of the drinks were extremely reasonable. The atmosphere is also very vintage - expect kitsch, but not elegance. For me, this just added to a great experience. We're definitely going to become regulars! read more

Better Than Sex I come here for dinner sometimes, but I come for the "Better Than Sex" Chocolate Cake a lot of times!! By far, Bastien's has the best chocolate cake in Denver! This is what happens when you splice Superman's genes with cocoa beans. It's a chocolatey, fudge-driven delight, accompanied with a fresh scoop of vanilla ice cream. The size of the cake is huge; it's perfect for sharing or overindulging on the solo tip. Seriously, Bastien's "Better Than Sex" Chocolate Cake is a sweet tooth fixer!! And, it may not be better than sex, but who's to say you can't combine the two? ;-) read more

Bastien's - "Better Than Sex" Chocolate Cake - Steakhouses Near Me - Denver, Colorado

With all the great reviews on yelp I thought this place was going to be an absolute favorite of mine but it just didn't live up to the hype. I ordered the chicken fried steak while my husband got the classic sugar steak. I got a side soup which sounded so promising... a pork curry. What I ended up with was a bowl of flavorless soup that looked amazing but lacked in flavor. My chicken fried steak must have been the leftover meat because 80% of the bites I had were chewy/fatty pieces. I only ate half of it and finally gave up and just ate my mashed potatoes instead. I couldn't get over how terrible cut that chicken fried steak was. My husbands sugar steak tasted great on the outside but once again wasn't very tender and hard to chew as well. The decor of the place is awesome and I love the history of the place but sadly I was underwhelmed by the food. read more

I LOVE THIS RESTAURANT AND I PLAN TO COME HERE AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE BEFORE I MOVE. I'm not sure why but I've always wanted to try this place. It's funny, because this is a place that I probably would have HATED when I was younger (bear in mind, my passion for steak is a fairly recent development). It just looks like one of those places where old people come to eat before they die. And for some reason, that's really cool to me now. I see that their retro look is part of their attraction, and damn... it really works. They nailed it. It's retro without trying- not retro in that 'Im gonna make this restaurant look retro because retro is cool' way, instead it's retro in the 'our produce is teh bomb and we dont need to change because we're awesome and we know it' type of way. Anyhow, on to the food. I ordered the sugar steak, with their soup of the day (cheddar broccoli with steak), double-baked potato and a glass of malbec. It was served beautifully, and absolutely delicious. The sugar steak has a nice, uniquely barbecueish flavor to it. The broccoli was PERFECTLY cooked- just a little crisp with a deliciously fresh flavor. The soup warmed my toes- it was just a little tiny bit spicy, and the cheddar tasted like someone had JUST trucked it in from Wisconsin. I've never had a twice-baked potato before, but I'm a fan now, baby!! And the steak... the steak, the steak, the steak. I asked for it rare, they gave it to me rare, with a perfectly light crisp sear. It was exactly what I wanted and it made me smile like an idiot. The malbec was a perfect companion- the dryness of the wine went with the sweetness of the steak perfectly. Their breadsticks are really good, too. Thin, crisp, and they come with some kind of really tasty spread that I couldn't identify, but I wanted to slather it all over my arms and fly to the moon. They have quite the selection, and I'd really like to try more of the steaks. I'll be coming back to try out the other steaks and whatnot. So after my dinner I went inside to sit at the bar for a martini with my book. Chatted with the bartender for awhile, and had a really nice time. This place has everything that I want- excellent service, excellent food, excellent selections, pleasant staff, retro-chic, good prices... I can't say enough about it. Honestly. read more

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If you're looking for a trendy, modern place with a scaled down menu and snooty service, then drive on by - Bastien's is not for you. However, if you're looking for a good steak - and a wide range of other options - find that iconic sign, grab a spot in their parking lot, and head in. You'll find yourself transported back into the 1970s - the place somewhat dark and there is nothing new or trendy about it. What else will you find? A menu that can make just about anyone happy. They've got salads, poultry, fish, al a carte sides, and of course, the steaks. I went with their special, which was marinated in bourbon and, of course, included their famous brown sugar rub. The steak was very well cooked, and was served with a side salad (the ranch and bleu cheese dressings are homemade), green beans, your choice of a potato, and of course their signature edible orchid. For the potato, I went with the habanero mash, which was excellent (and a recipe that I'll probably be able to replicate from home). The service was pretty good throughout the night, though we had to wave people down for drinks a couple times (I had a diet cola, and never got a refill despite the fact that I finished it before my entree arrived). Other than that, the staff were quick and accommodating - no real complaints, and I will definitely be back. read more

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A moderately priced steakhouse with old school charm. Yep, definitely a fan. This is the place to go for comfort food with classic offerings like stuffed mushrooms on the appetizer menu and over ten options for steak preparations (I tried the lingonberry one and loved it). I'm glad I checked out the Yelp reviews before we went because as other reviewers have mentioned, the steak was a little over cooked. I normally order mid-rare, but heeding the Yelper warnings I ordered rare instead and it came out as desired if not as ordered. Come for the affordable steak dinners, stay for the mid-century modern atmosphere and diner style service. Lots of fun! read more

Everything was delicious! Good old fashioned steak house. You can tell they care about their food and their customers.

Always support local denver staples, that's the motto We came here over "mickeys top sirloin" because the ambiance seemed more appropriate for date night. We arrived at about 6pm and there was no host to be found. After waiting 10 minutes a man walked up to us and casually asked if we had a reservation. We didn't- and without hesitation he told us it would be 50-90minutes for a table "if"we decided to dine here. We put our name in and opted to try to get a bar seat to eat sooner. The bartender-(never told me her name) told us we could sit at a table in the bar. After 20 minutes at the bar table we noticed other people being served at the bar top, despite never being greeted for even a drink order. We move to the bar because we are starving. Immediately she asks it's what to drink- we order two signature cocktails with the name "Van Gogh..." Watching her pour 360 vodka into the shaker was how I knew it wasn't Van Gogh vodka- but when I tasted the drink it was clearly a knockoff brand and as a martini- tasted like rubbing alcohol. She went on a rampage about how Van Gogh was not distributing anymore and still charged me for the drink. Hungry, we ordered the Brussels sprout appetizer which was COVERED IN MELTED CHEESE? Yuck. Three strikes before we even ordered. The staff was just plain rude to us. Apprehensive but still hungry and committed, we ordered steaks. They were just ok, not cooked wrong, or messed up, but certainly not worth the price, or hassle of dealing with this bartenders bad day. Rude staff, and lies on the menu about ingredients on a bar menu, have me wondering- if I paid for filet, but got sirloin. Because they "took that off the menu". read more

Was taken to Bastien's tonight for my birthday by my two best friends. I have been in Denver for over a decade now, and have always wanted to try this famous sugar steak, but have not had the chance until tonight. First, let me say that our waitress, Kami, is the reason this review is two stars instead of one. She was extremely personable, very attentive and everything you would want from a good server. Thank you, Kami. The food, however, was not so good. The three of us dining were pretty thrown by the quality of it, considering the price. We had a warm brie appetizer that I particularly liked and I have no complaints about that. I enjoyed the mixture of fruits they added to the cheese. My friend paid the extra fee to add french onion soup to her meal, and it arrived barely lukewarm. I have eaten in much lesser restaurants than this and seen far more appetizing french onion soup. Nothing more to say about that than it was lackluster. I happened to mention it to our waiter, and she took the extra charge for it off of the bill. We were still in good spirits....until the steak came. I ordered the 20 oz bone-in rib eye with the sugar steak coating. The flavor of the meat was quite good, but I literally didn't swallow a single bite of steak. I instead was forced to start a chewed but too tough to swallow pile on my plate, which is the last thing I want to do in a fine dining establishment. Every piece was full of gristle and despite a concerted effort on my part, no piece broke down enough to actually eat. My friends took only a few bites of theirs and didn't like them much at all. I have to point out the "sauteed vegetables" that come with the steak. Tonight, we had unseasoned and barely boiled/steamed bell peppers, broccoli and carrots. I referred to them as "cafeteria veggies", because that's what they reminded me of. Like barely a thought was given to them and they were for show. Now, this was my birthday dinner and I wasn't paying for anything. But, for what wound up being an $180 tab, I felt like I had to make mention of all of this to the server. When the server arrived, I politely explained basically all of this to her and she was very receptive and apologetic. I told her that we weren't looking for a discount, but that I felt someone should get the feedback. She thanked me profusely and explained that they are a family run restaurant and feedback is everything to them. She said she wanted to get the manager so that I could explain everything to her. Here is where the the night went sour fast. Jessica, the manager (I asked the hostess for her name), came to the table on the defense before she even reached us. Again, as I explained why the dinner was very underwhelming, I reiterated that we were not looking for a discount, but that as someone who has been looking forward to trying their restaurant for a decade, it was a disappointing birthday meal. I don't know if Jessica was having a bad night, or what was going on, but her level of "customer service" was dismal, at best. We were informed that she had served four french onion soups and no one had complained about the temperature. She had served (insert number here) ribeyes and had no complaints. She was full of vitriol, even as I continued to explain that we weren't looking for freebies or a discount. I've not only been a server, but I've been a manager in a few different areas of retail and food service. No one should be spoken down to like we were tonight, certainly not at such an expensive, fine dining establishment. I am still taken aback as I remember the details. She wound up taking $60 off of our bill, so I'm grateful for that, but I think I would have almost been happier if she had just listened to me and taken in the critique and not treated me like I was trying to get a free meal out of her. Sadly, I won't be back. Neither will my friends. And, that's a shame. read more

This was our first time eating at Bastien's and we were very optimistic after reading all the reviews. Upon our arrival our waitress let us knkw about the 86 year history of the resturant and how good everything was. We started with the escargot and after eating half of them we noticed a fly in the dish. We let our waitress know and she was very apologetic about it. We said it was OK and proceeded with our meal. When our steaks arrived we noticed how tough they were. They were so hard to cut that the entire table was shaking as we were cutting into the then. Needless to say this whole experience was not good at all and I can not recommended anyone to this place. read more

Bastien's - Escargot with a fly - Steakhouses Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We wanted to go here numerous time but somehow the timing was slightly off. For one, Bastien's is CLOSED for Vacation OR they CLOSED for a MAJOR Holiday etc. Finally, on Friday January 8th 2016 we came here for Dinner. I was slightly apprehensive, due to the jam packed PARKING SPOT outside this establishment which is filled to the Brim and we do not have any reservation what so ever to have Dinner here. Thankfully when we arrived at 19:15hrs ish even for DINNER PEAK Hours, we managed to get a booth seating which is near to the Entrance of the Kitchen that we don't mind seating. Furthermore, we don't want to "waste" our time driving across town just to have Dinner. Our server is lovely. With the extensive Menu, I really cannot decide what to choose! This establishment is indeed "FAMOUS" from all the Credits they received and I even watch that Channel that featured this establishment on TV! Its definitely a DENVER Institution and it feels like "OLD-SCHOOL" kind of Steakhouse, just the way Hubs like. Once seated our server gave us the Menu and brought out the complimentary bread stick that both of us like. Maybe due to the fact we are hungry at that time. Anyways that evening we ordered the following items : * Crab Cakes as Appetizers ($13.95) * T Bone Steak ($34.95) * Bone-In Rib Eye Steak ($35.95) The Crab Cakes came in at 20:00hrs ish. YES its Old style crab cakes served with chipotle aioli. Lots of Crab NO fillers what so ever, fried to perfection that I liked... Our Main Entrees comes with Soup or Salad. Hubs opt to have Salad while I opt to have the Soup. For the Main Entrees, Hubs opt to have the Mashed Potato as a side, while I opt to have Fries. I so wish it was those skinny fries, but it was those thick Fries that I don't really fancy that much. YES our Main Entrees did take awhile to be ready and the WAIT is WORTH IT, that is what Hubs whispered. That time was about 20:25hrs ish. Overall, Hubs likes his order of Steak and definitely the side of Creamy Jalapeno Mashed Potatoes that he wanted for the side. From that instant, I can see Hubs smiling from ear to ear :-D YES, this is one of the occasions that we "splurged" on STEAK and having Dinner. YES the Dinner does NOT come cheap! Hubs likes his side order ALOT and he purchased another side of Creamy Jalapeno Mashed Potatoes ($3.50) in a TO GO Order that evening. Thank you Bastien's for a WORTHY, tummy-filled with STEAK Goodness and making Hubs Happy. As long as Hubs is Happy, I am Happy. We left Bastien's at about 21:20hrs ish. @January 2016 read more

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Wow! How have I not been to this place before!? Great service, large portions, high quality food! I had NY steak prepared with the sugar and Jalapeño/bacon crust as recommended by our server Cade, it was outstanding! Bastien's is now one of my Denver favorites! read more

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Bastien's famous Sugar Steak has been a Denver fave for 7 decades, and we know why: IT'S DELICIOUS!! The huge vintage 1950s neon sign and interesting 1950s building coughs our eye on a rapidly homogenizing stretch of Colfax - a nice break from the sleek modern business fronts that consume all the available space. The private parking lot is spacious enough, but the asphalt is filled with rough spots and needs some maintenance. We went inside and immediately walked into the sunken bar, where we were very politely directed to the split-level dining room. We were greeted and seated immediately on the outer ring of the split level room. The inner ring in inset several feet lower in the center of the round dining room, creating an intimate space for couples dining. The walls are cluttered with garish magazine stories and local culinary awards Bastiens has received over the years. The interior decor is really lacking here, but no one comes to Bastien's for the decor. Bastien's needs some serious updating to get out of the 1980s (stained and broken vertical blinds gotta go!) and 1950s (antique mid-wall- mounted electric boxes and snaking power cords can be moved, y'all), which can be done without sacrificing the charm of Mr. Bastien's vision and design. So if a dish is famous enough to earn emblazonment on the vintage neon sign, we are going to get it! The Sugar Steak is only served rare or medium rare, and it is truly special. Coated in a steak rub made with 4 kinds of sugars, then seared on a 900-degree pan before being charcoal grilled, this steak has a lovely caramelised exterior that bursts with a unique flavor that delights the taste buds. They know how to cook a steak here - ours was PERFECTLY rare. The sides of horseradish mashed potatoes and a salad were also perfectly prepared and delicious. The horseradish was evident in the potatoes but not overpowering. The side of mixed veg was okay - looks like a bagged mix to us, though did not seem frozen. Each plate is garnished with an orchid - again, very 1980s. The garnish distracted from the food, and seemed wasteful to us. Service is gracious and professional for the most part, even though our server forgot to bring us requested sugar for our tea. The black table linens show every bread crumb, the overall atmosphere is confused (is this fine dining? A time warp?), but the food is delicious. It all still adds up to a great experience, and when we are in Denver, we will come back. 5 legendary stars on the food 2 stars on the dated decor and rough parking lot 4 stars on service. read more

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I am a 4th generation Denverite and have never dined at Bastien's before. Tonight was a Bucket List check off. My friends and I enjoyed a lovely meal - I had the Black and Tan preparation on a ribeye and it was delicious. My three companions equally relished their Sugar Rubbed steaks and the delectable desserts. The service was great with a gem of a server. What fun! I am so happy that some old Denver establishments live on!! read more

Classic, classic, classic! That's right, but at Bastien's, you can come to expect new menu items or seasonal items. Like the Beef Tenderloin with Gorgonzola is not to be found on their website menu but was on our menu last night! BF enjoyed it but I thought it was too potent. I'll stick to my Sugar Steak. Both potatoes we had were excellent (Special mashed and Twice baked). Salads were as good as ever. The beef soup is very beefy but too salty, great for dunking your breadsticks in, I guess. Last night's bread basket was fresh and hot, the compound butter was to die for! Another new thing we tried was the Bacon Wrapped Scallops off of the Appetizer menu. I think for a lady, that paired with a side of Grilled Caesar Salad would be enough for dinner! The four large perfectly grilled scallops sit prettily on top of some greens and a spicy and cheesy sauce. A masterpiece, I called it! For dessert, I so much wanted to have the Black Russian cake again but I told myself to try a new one. The Molten Lava cake is less sublime but also outstanding. Just make sure to blow on the cake if you're getting a center piece or risk burning tongue! Or hey, just dump ice cream on it before digging in, it's an excellent scoop of vanilla! There, Bastien's can do no wrong! read more

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This place is a throwback time-machine! The charm of this establishment captured our party of 6. The music, decor, cocktail bar, and the music added to the very tasty food. Get the warm brie! Also, our server Kami was the Tops! read more

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The service was good; the food was cooked properly; no one pushed us to leave. I had the "sugar steak" strip. Not sure it was a strip, but it was cooked rare and the outside was caramelized. It was a bit tough, but I knew going in that the steaks were not prime. The key lime pie tasted ok, but there wasn't a lot of the key lime part, just a thin (less than 1/2") layer under a meringue. read more

This place is awesome!!! If I'm not mistaken....the building has been there since 1937! It's a funky building with creative architecture and a very 'old s school' vibe. As I was waiting for my drink at the sunken bar, the door to the kitchen would bounce open and you could catch a glimpse in the packed and bustling kitchen. It was peak dinner rush and it looked like they we are all dancing in harmony. The staff was on point as well. We were a table of 12 and they never skipped a beat. Drinks...appetizers....meals, all came out hot and didn't hear one complaint. The food was fantastic! I had a charred Caesar salad and big Tenderloin with a Gorgonzola crust and it was fantastic. It had been some years since I was here and I hope to return very soon. A slice of old school Denver, I hope never goes away. read more

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My FAVORITE steakhouse for its history, old school 50s charm and super friendly staff. Take your family, date or just about anyone special here. You won't regret!!! read more

Bastien's is a fantastic old school steakhouse with a laid back vibe and unique options. We loved our booth 'downstairs'--it was already set with menus and ice water when we arrived for our reservation and the server was never far away. Both of us ordered a NY strip sugar steak. Dinner came with salad, potato and grilled vegetables. My husband got the wedge with a delicious blue cheese dressing and I had the grilled Caesar with a bonus drizzle of balsamic reduction and both salads were especially tasty. Our sugar steaks were rubbed with a Bastien's blend of herbs, spices, and sugar resulting in a lovely caramelized crust. The grilled vegetables were simple; fresh and perfectly cooked al dente. For dessert we split a white chocolate bread pudding. Neither of us has ever had a bread pudding that didn't disappoint us before but we trusted all the reviews and articles insisting their bread pudding as the best in Denver--not only were we not disappointed--it was delicious. Seriously yummy. Get it. read more

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Cute, old school, steak house that's been on Colfax for decades. Yummy martinis that they shake at the table, large portion sizes and good prices. I got a 10 oz ny strip with a potato, vegetable and salad for 35$! I got the Black and Tan with mushrooms and Gorgonzola. Wish there was more Gorgonzola but it was very tasty. I'll have to try the classic "sugar steak" next time. I've only been once but I will definitely return. read more

Great steaks and a good value for Denver. Ambiance is interesting and inviting. Service was pretty good. I'll definitely return to try another sauce/run on my steak. Ribeye is definitely the way to go. read more