I was invited to a breakfast at Elway's during my conference in Denver. It's located just a few blocks from the convention center. It was easier to walk to instead of driving (lots of traffic). The breakfast menu was decent but there could have been a larger variety for the dairy-free, egg-free people out here. I decided on the avocado toast, which is very difficult to mess up. I was pleased with the amount of avocado. It also came with a very small arugula salad. Service was fine. read more

ELWAY'S Downtown - Avocado Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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We were excited to come back to Elways for New Year's Eve this year as we had a fantastic experience last year and were eager to make this place a new tradition. However, we felt like this meal fell short and we walked away feeling let down compared to last year. I'm not sure if they got a new chef, but the staple menu items we've ordered in the past and loved did not deliver. The asparagus was thin and cooked plainly, as well as the mushrooms which came off extremely earthy. Like dirt earthy. The tomahawk steak was fine, however, they had previously cut the steak at our table and the presentation was way nicer. The flavors of all the sides we got (asparagus, Brussels and mushrooms) were not cohesive, which is surprising because they are steak house essentials. Last, when it was time to have our food boxed up, our waiter handed us boxes, expecting us to box up the rest of the tomahawk steak. Our food was taken back and boxed up last year as we were in cocktail attire like we were this year and this is supposed to be a fine dining restaurant. When we asked why they aren't boxing food anymore, we were told it was a personal preference since Covid happened which is kind of crap because that was 5 years ago and we just paid over $400 for dinner, for 2 people? Anyway, we left feeling confused and not eager to come back next year. We will find a new steakhouse to celebrate at. Side note: A glass of their nonalcoholic sparkling wine was $29, about twice as much as a regular glass of wine, which also made no sense. read more

ELWAY'S Downtown - Tomahawk steak - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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This is based on a recent experience that constitutes a total service failure. On a random Saturday night, Elways was obviously and totally overbooked. The entire Ritz lobby was full of people standing around waiting for their table for their (long past) reservations. It was so bad, that people were walking up and cancelling their reservations in real time. The ambience was akin to a crowded airport terminal after a monster weather delay. We encountered our waiter twice during the meal. He took our entire order when he first arrived. Our drinks did not arrive until the appetizers were finished. The food itself was actually very good, the salad and the porterhouse were delicious. The basque cheesecake also quite good. Ultimately, though, the food being good wasn't enough to salvage the experience. 0/10 would not recommend. read more

Elway's Downtown was a good dining experience. Located in the lobby of The Ritz-Carlton, Denver, it is centrally located to many city landmarks and major sporting fields. It is also within walking distance to 16th Street Mall. It is what you'd expect from an upscale steakhouse. However, their menu is diverse as they also offer breakfast and brunch. Unlike some steakhouses, they have a decent dessert menu. The customer service was good. I dined during late lunch, so the dining room was virtually empty. I had very good seating near the wine display. I ordered the steak breakfast burrito which was absolutely delicious. You can order it topped with sausage gravy or Colorado green chili. Overall, a very good experience and I will visit again when in the area. read more

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Quick stop in for a drink before a dinner reservation nearby. I have never been to Elway's before and although I did not try any of the food, I'm sure it is divine. I tried the Peach Bourbon Smash and it was an interesting mix of tastes. It was ok and at $21, one drink was plenty for me. I did enjoy the Palisade Peach wedge on the side -- always nice to support local Coloradans. Service and ambiance were great, as expected. I am looking forward to going back and trying the food menu. read more

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After a business event, a coup of us wanted to unwind and have a drink. This was my first time checking Elway's out and I definitely want to go back. It's a beautiful space in the gorgeous Ritz Carlton. The service was exceptional and my mocktail hit the spot. I peeked at their menu an d plan to come back the next time I'm in Denver. read more

ELWAY'S Downtown - Mocktail Spritzer - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Elway's was on our list because we are Broncos fans visiting from out of state and you know, who doesn't love John Elway? Anyway, we came for brunch on a Sunday and made reservations thru Open Table. Given the time of year, it wasn't very busy. The restaurant gives an upscale but welcoming vibe. Our server Andy let us ask him 1,000 questions about the menu and recommendations and he didn't seem bothered one bit. He actually was very friendly, engaged, honest, and a great server. One of his recommendations was the steak burrito, which coming from CA I wasn't sure I wanted because CA makes great burritos already.. but, I went with it. Oh my gosh.. The steak burrito 5/5.. juicy, good, tons of flavor and lots of steak, needed no sauce at all. Best steak burrito I think I've had. French toast with apple compote 5/5 the chantilly cream and the airy good French toast were great together. Yum. 5/5 Colorado morning breakfast with the turkey sausage option w/a side of avocado 5/5 Out order took a bit to come out so he gave us pastries and fruit to help which was kind and appreciated. I'd also like to note I did ask about the crab Benedict and they gave me the option to order it (it wasn't on this menu anymore). Bloody Mary 5/5... my mom loved it. Great flavor not too spicy, not watery but not thick. One of the best bloody's. Hugo spritz 5/5... okay this was refreshing, a little strong, and comes with a big rosemary garnish which is perfect. I'd order again. We were so pleased with the food, service, and kindness of this restaurant I'd hope to bring my family back when visiting again. Thanks, Andy! read more

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I'm not sure if this is the airport one or not but Holy CRAP. We had this restaurant for the first time on Saturday and I haven't stopped talking about it! We had the lamb chop fondue, the corn/ chicken chowder, the Mac n cheese and the steak salad and it was all to die for ! Highly highly recommend checking this place out asap ! The service was so sweet, nice and helpful ! The airport restaurant itself was so nice inside and roomy ! Do yourself a favor and check this place out for the best, seasoned greatly steak and lamb chops !!! read more

ELWAY'S Downtown - Lamb chop fondue with sweet potatoes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Fantastic ribeye steak. Good service. Great vibes. I was there with a group after a conference event. The restaurant was flexible with us and served a spontaneous group of 10+ people. My steak came out perfect medium rare. It was tender and flavorful. It was much better than the steak I had the next night at the capitol grille. Great steak = great review. I'm very picky about my steaks too. I'd come back sometime. read more

ELWAY'S Downtown - Ribeye steak - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Service was great, we had a bigger group since we were attending a conference, every recommendation was great we got a filet , delicious truffle fries and excellent wine list . Inside the Ritz read more

ELWAY'S Downtown - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Hadn't been to Elway's at the Ritz in a while. Stopped in for a drink before dinner at another location. Entrance to Elway's is now only through the main lobby. We sat at the bar and were greeted and served immediately. I opted for a slightly dirty vodka Martini with plain olives (Tito's vodka, nothing special). I was surprised when we got the tab and discovered my drink was $23. I didn't even get the caviar-stuffed olives. The ambiance was nice and relaxing, they provided us with a trio of snacks (mixed nuts, potato chips, and wasabi peas), and my friend had never been to Elway's, so the price was more for the experience. read more

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This was a first to Elway's downtown and boy how impressive is this place? Yes, the food is a bit on the pricey side (a la carte menu) but it is also very, very fantastic. We came here to celebrate my son's birthday in February and the fun part (for me) was as we were greeted by the hostess, she handed my son a signed photo from John Elway (prolly a facsimile). I think I was more stoked than he was. For dinner my son ordered the Rib-eye. I wasn't doing so well so ended up with soup and salad. Neither of us were disappointed. His rib eye was cooked as ordered, medium. I figured it was pretty darn tasty as he polished off all 22oz. I had the soup of the day, which was a Chicken Tortilla and it was excellent. It comes with the usje toppings, cheese, chips and sour cream. Our waitress was fabulous and even though it was busy with many patrons, it didn't seem too loud. Didn't notice anyway. The bathrooms are shared with the hotel and they are kept in excellent condition. Clean is key! The only downside was the parking situation. It being downtown was expected but the garage across the street (south side) had a different way to enter (call a number and speak to an automated agent with Q&A. Like, I just want to park please.) Anyway the garage closed up before we were done with dinner so we had to walk around to the other south side and get help from security. Totally spaced the valet option so definitely will try this next time. And of course would highly recommend doing such. read more

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Went for dinner on a Saturday night. We had a party of 11. The restaurant was not busy at all. There was maybe 15 other diners at most. We were seated in a semi private room right of the front entrance. Here is the bad: We waited a long time to get water and menus. After ordering, our server brought bread to the table. We didn't have any silverware and then had to track him down for plates so we could butter the bread on something other than the napkins. It took almost an hour for half of the table to get their meals and the other half of the meals came about 5 minutes after that. Here is the good: The steaks we cooked perfect. Nicely charred on the outside and perfectly tender on the inside. The asparagus, the mushrooms, the truffle fries, the loaded baked potato, and the brussel sprouts were a hit with the group. I get it, the server has no control over the kitchen, but he does control the overall comfort of his customers. Not having silverware or plates after being presented with food tells me he was not customer focused. Maybe because he knew the mandatory tip for a large group was 25% and it was going to be added onto the bill regardless of his attentiveness towards us? read more

This is an exquisitely cool bar at the Ritz in the sterile steel empty lot wasteland of downtown Denver. Brilliant service and very cool individual black booths (a good option when not wanting the steak house attached). The chicken wings looked great but sadly lacked the addicting flavor of its rivals. Great wedge salad. Would have liked a steak, but not at $75 thanks at a zenned up sports bar. Definitely this spot about the only option in immediate area for those lost in translation nights. read more

ELWAY'S Downtown - dinner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Overall the experience was very pleasant. The service was incredible and the environment was perfect for a fun night out. As for the food and drinks. The steak and sides were amazing. The cocktails were decent. I would recommend sticking with what's in the menu and not venturing off to a crafted drink. I highly recommend this place to everyone. read more

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Elway's has typically been a family tradition for years but seems to have gone down hill our last two visits. Mother's Day brunch was a huge disappointment. I can best describe the service as awkward. Brought us wrong food multiple times, and one server actually criticized us for trying the dessert buffet before our main course (we had only done so because our first server encouraged us too, which was super awkward to then be criticized). Even ordering a diet soda was awkward, they painfully explained, without needing to, how they have different beverage vendors and why some are cans and others are fountain, it was just TMI and awkwardly shared. The menu was extremely limited, bland, dried out and super boring. My son had the roasted chicken, and he barely ate any of it as it was so dry it was hard to cut. I had the prime rib which was also very overcooked and bland. It also wasn't very family friendly, options were more suited to a senior center than an upscale downtown restaurant at the Ritz. I've had better meals flying economy. Probably shouldn't call it a brunch and not offer any breakfast items. The dessert table also missed the mark, the pastries were all dried up and almost stale tasting. Wasn't much variety. The last two times we've been there, it's been a very strange crowd and ambiance. Today, they had a rather odd DJ booth set up in the lobby that felt more appropriate for a club night in Las Vegas than a Mother's Day brunch in Denver. Why do you put a DJ in an empty lobby to begin with, a very strange vibe for Mother's Day all around. read more

The food was incredible! Loved the French dip, French fries, ribeye, salad, lamb appetizer. The service was over and above expected. Sally was our waitress and was exceptional. Very friendly and accommodating. Jordan came by and was very serious about making sure we had a great experience. read more

Beautiful service, beautiful dining. Delicious food & drinks. Located inside the Ritz lobby read more

ELWAY'S Downtown - Calamari - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Everything was so good, from the food, ambience, to our amazing server. Definitely recommend if you're in the Denver area. I had the wedge salad, very well done. We got to see the private ding room as some in the party are big Broncos fans. read more

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Everything was absolutely delicious. We had the oysters, a fillet & a New York strip and split a side of mashed potatoes. We both worked Valentine's Day so this was a perfect belated romantic dinner for my fiancée and I. Tommy was our server and was very friendly and kept the wine flowing. Will definitely be back next time we need a date night! read more

ELWAY'S Downtown - Oysters & Miraval Rosé - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Elway's has all of the standard steakhouse comforts with some very exceptional desserts. All steak is roughly $60-80 a cut with a la carte sides. The Brussels sprouts and key lime pie were the winners of the meal. Great for a business meal. read more

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The steaks go without qualestio--so delicious, however I absolutely love their crab fried rice (which is gluten-free) and their wedge salad (which they split for us)--both so delicious! The staff is also friendly and helpful and the bathrooms are clean. read more

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I was impressed with Elway's. I came with a group of friends on the recommendation of one friend's father and we were not disappointed. The restaurant is lovely and one particular thing I liked about it was that it was lively but not deafening. For some reason, every high end steakhouse in NYC is so loud and filled with finance & tech bros trying to out-testosterone each other than you can't hear the person next to you. Elway's, by contrast, although filled with the Colorado equivalent of tech/finance bros-- but wearing cowboy hats-- had a good energy level but I could hear people across the table from me. Service was top-notch from start to finish. Scott was our waiter and he was exceptional...one member of our party has particular likes and dislikes and he handled everything with grace and aplomb. Matching the service was the food and drink. My rye old fashioned was spectacular. For food, I started by splitting a Caesar salad and that was wonderful. Then my 12 oz NY Strip came out and it was perfectly prepared and delicious. The sides were great too, especially the mashed potatoes, asparagus and spinach. I wasn't thrilled about the brussels sprouts as I prefer mine a little crisper but that's not the way they were prepared so I can't fault them. For dessert, my husband and I split a key lime pie that had a special anniversary message on it. It was a nice surprise and the tartness of the pie was a great coda to the meal. This was an exceptional meal from start to finish. I'd definitely go back...especially if someone else was paying because it is not cheap. But if you want a memorable place for a special occasion, you can't go wrong with Elway's. read more

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My wife and I decided to do Thanksgiving dinner out now that our daughter is out of the house overseas. We went through a list in the westword to pick a restaurant and settled upon Elways. We had only eaten there once at the Cherry Creek location 8 years ago but we enjoyed it then. The atmosphere is fine and the host staff was nothing but pleasant. We were seated pretty quickly right around our reservation time and we received pretty good service from our waitress the entire meal. Our drinks came out right away, but that's where the problems with food and drink quality started. My wife ordered a drink off the menu and it came out very nice and she enjoyed it. However...I ordered 2 draft beers for the whole meal and they both came out very flat, with almost no head and at a warmer temperature than one would expect. I have no experience running a bar, but as a customer there is clearly something wrong with the draft beer delivery system. I looked at all the beers at other tables around us and they all looked very flat...same as both of mine. The wedge salad I ordered for $19 was incredibly underwhelming. The hole-in-the-wall pizza place by our house does a very robust wedge for $8. Elways was a quarter wedge with two dried out pieces of bacon, a teaspoon or so of blue cheese, and some dressing. So far in the meal almost nothing lived up to the $350/couple dining experience of say Guard and Grace or 808 in Cherry Creek. We both ordered the filets for dinner with mashed potatoes and the Thai Brussel sprouts as sides. The steaks were cooked perfectly.....however they were almost completely unseasoned. One side of mine did have a bit of seasoning but as a whole it most certainly did not live up to the $70 price tag. The cut of meat itself was very nice, it just wasn't prepared very well. The mashed potatoes were very good but, they're mashed potatoes (lol). Some butter and a little seasoning and they're kinda hard to mess up. But, to be fair, they were good. The Brussels sprouts were another story. They were billed as "Thai". Nothing about them stood out as "Thai". There was no spice to them, and they were almost soupy. Drowned in butter to provide flavor. They weren't horrible but again, they didn't come close to what you would expect from their price tag. All in all Elways downtown Denver does not come close to living up to the premium steakhouse price tag that it charges. It is not a bad meal to be sure. It is just not a high-end meal that one would expect from the name Elway and the Ritz hotel it is in. We would not consider a return to Elways downtown at the price point we paid tonight. It is simply not at that level. I have nothing to do with the restaurant industry, but if you are downtown Denver looking for a truly great steakhouse try Guard and Grace (we tried to book there tonight but it was full). Also A5 down by Ball Arena and 808 in Cherry Creek are places we have eaten that are truly magnificent and live up to the $350ish/couple price point. read more

we ate here the other night and was a huge disappointment. started off the night at the bar with one of the worst espresso martinis I have had not made to order just tasted like black coffee and vodka and was out of a tap. for being one of their signature cocktails and at that think they would at least make them by hand with a real espresso we sat had a few appetizers one came out burnt. I was supposed to be grilled, but it was burnt and the oysters well one was sour had to spit it out the others had hard chunks like in them the rest of the meal was just OK. The best thing we had were french fries which is sad to say about a high-end restaurant. Our was great. I will say all in all was a very disappointing food experience. for being in the Ritz Carlton just expected a lot more. read more

ELWAY'S Downtown - Sour oysters - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Awesome food and great service! Our waitress, Rebecca, spent so much time with us and made the experience truly special.

No stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Denver would be complete without a visit to the famed ELWAY's Downtown. Recently renovated and better than ever, ELWAY's offered a delectable menu complemented by an extensive wine list. ELWAY'S also just announced happy hour daily from 3-5 PM with $14 specialty cocktails, $12 wine, $6 beers, & $10 appetizers! We were seated in the main dining room and Juan was our server. Juan, GM Brendon, & Elway's staff were polished and attentive. We each started with drinks, the Seasonal Smash made with Cinnamon, Lemon, Pomegranate, Strawberry Puree, & Fever Tree Soda Water. This mocktail had a tart base from the lemon and pomegranate while the strawberry puree added sweetness and a fruity punch. The cinnamon added a warm and slightly spicy note, which was unexpected in a summery drink but complemented the fruit nicely. The soda water added lightness and bubbles, making it a perfect summer sipper. The Lamb Chop Fondue was made with green chili fondue, sweet potato, & Chimayo chips (you cannot go to Elway's without getting the Lamb Chop Fondue)! The lamb was mouthwatering - succulent & sweet. We dunked the tender lamb into the fondue and the green chili provided a savory and delicately spicy base. The sweet potato chips added a starchy contrast to the lamb & fondue. The Tuna Tartare was made with ahi tuna, scallion, guacamole, yuzu ponzu, creamy spicy aioli, & wasabi crema. The diced tuna was light and refreshing; it went well with the creamy guac. The House Salad was made with butter and romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, shaved radishes, chopped bacon, parmesan, eggs, lemon croutons, & parmesan vinaigrette. The salad was tangy and fresh with a nice zing from the shaved radishes. All of Elway's steaks are Hand Cut USDA Prime Steaks. The Filet, 6oz was cooked medium rare (red throughout, warm center) and for Add Ons, I did the Horseradish Aioli. The filet was a lean cut with exceptional tenderness. It had a rich beef flavor, and the Horseradish Aioli added a bit of a kick. The New York Step, 12oz was cooked medium per Ross' preference (slight pink, warm red center). The New York Strip was a flavorful cut with good marbling. It had a nice sear on the outside. For sides, we had the Loaded Baked Potato & Thai Basil Brussels Sprouts. The Loaded Baked Potato was made with bacon, cheddar, chives, & sour cream. The Thai Basil Brussels Sprouts were made with parmesan, bacon, Thai balsamic vinaigrette, & black truffle. For dessert, we had Edgar's Key Lime Pie served with whipped cream and blueberry sauce. The Key Lime Pie was massive and was enough for two to share. The pie was so creamy - the best key lime pie in Denver. read more

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We had a reservation at 7:15p on a Saturday night. We didn't get seated until almost 8p, zero respect for our time. The hostess was pretty casual about it. We had tickets to a show, so we really didn't have time to order cocktails or appetizers. When we ordered, they ran out of mashed potatoes...at a steak house...on a Saturday night. Also, the restaurant manager and the server had what sounded like a game plan conversation about turning over tables about one inch from me, hovering over me awkwardly. The food was fine. I felt badly for the server and suspected he was the only server that night. Really disappointing experience when you make reservations, get dressed up, get a babysitter, and are ready to spend some money for a fine dining experience. read more

Change is happing at Elway's and nothing that wows! Walk in and it's absolutely freezing The menu is changed and we were not impressed. The breakfast potatoes went from the best in town to drab! The eggs Benedict are now served with some kind of ham loaf----what happened to the thin piece of shaved ham? Why must you change? read more

We ate at the bar early, but was underwhelmed by the menu. Also, as a football fan, I hoped for at least a little Elway memorabilia, but only saw 4-5 framed photos on the wall. Food and service were fine, but we weren't blown away. Not a bad place, I still gave 4 stars, but I expected more. read more

ELWAY'S Downtown - Menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Top things to get steak, lamb chops, and the dessert! Honorable mention the crab cake. Calamari is usually a safe thing to order but it needed more seasoning. Usually I give places stars based off of food but since the service was really good I give it a 5. I celebrated my birthday here and I am glad I did! The staff were very kind, attentive, and friendly. Definitely a place for one of the fancier date night spots! read more

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Disappointing. Service was good. They gave us Elway cards for our special occasions, that's a nice touch. The place looks very plain, like the hotel restaurant it is. There were some highlights amongst the food, crab cakes were good, tuna tartare was excellent as were the au gratin potatoes. Other items were misses. We are big oyster fans, and the dozen we were served were not good--they need to re-visit their sourcing. Sea bass, nothing special, no nice sear, no nice seasonings. Steaks, OK, but typical high end steakhouses do a better job. Brussels were dismal, under cooked with some cheese on top? Deserts were OK. read more

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We stayed at the Ritz Carlton and would have breakfast at Elway's. Delicious and vibrant food, a mix of everything. The service was outstanding and they were all so nice. The restaurant is pretty big. We ordered the eggs Benedict, Korean rice egg dish and the avocado toast. It is on the more pricey side but after all you are in the Ritz. read more

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The new bartender Dillon is a rockstar! Best most attentive service I've received in a while!

Service was amazing. As expected when eating at a restaurant in the Ritz. The latte was huge and delicious. The avocado toast was set up like a tartare with deviled eggs on top. It was unique and so good. The Denver omelette was also great with crispiest breakfast potatoes I've ever had. The place was not very full in the morning. Great spot to start the day. I would recommend to people staying in the hotel. read more

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Just ok in the Denver scene. Unfortunately Elways has gone downhill and compared to other nearby spots with similar fare, it is only middle of the road at an elevated cost. A few things stood out. First, out of the three glasses I used, two were chipped and we were left without silverware twice when food arrived. Secondly, the wine list compared to other spots is mediocre at best. For a high end steakhouse, they should have more than say 8 selections of red wines. They don't list regions so we had to ask and found out that the 7 cellars Elways reserve was from One Hope and was underwhelming. The staff was wonderful overall but the food was ok. I just feel like for what we spent, we have had incredible nights at other spots in town. This celebration won't be as memorable. read more

Our waiter was awesome and super informative on things to try and was super engaging when checking on us and making conversation. The whole staff is spectacular! Being from out of town he was also super informative on things to do throughout the city. The porterhouse steaks, French fries, crab fried rice, mashed potatoes, and even the drinks such as the Elway Spritz and Pineapple Express. The ambiance was very calm and relaxing. No one at other tables was talking loud and just a peaceful environment to have dinner or lunch. Overall this comes highly recommended! read more

ELWAY'S Downtown - Menu cover - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We came to this place whilst visiting Denver for our wedding anniversary. The decor is very classy and the ambience was lovely. Our service was great and the food was even better. I had the artichokes to start, the most perfectly cooked steak for my entree and we split the most delicious chocolate cake which had a happy anniversary chocolate on top. I highly recommend this place for anyone in the area. read more

ELWAY'S Downtown - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Came here for dinner upon a recommendation from my hotel. It is an absolutely gorgeous restaurant. We even just sat in the bar and it was a great time. Highly recommend the crabcake and of course the steaks were excellent. read more

OMG! The Oysters were sweet, the Steak Tartar very tasty, the giant asparagus exceptional and the Filet with blue cheese sauce was out of this world. Highly recommended! read more