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    Four Friends Kitchen

    4.3 (2.2k reviews)
    Closed 6:30 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Brigette B.

    This was our first stop in Denver and I am so happy we came here! The staff was super friendly and gave us recommendations from their menu. We told them that we were going to splitting both of our meals and they went above & beyond to split our meals & put them on separate plates. We ordered the breakfast sandwich and the chicken and waffles. The potatoes were cooked to perfection and were super crispy. The meal was one of my favorites from the trip.

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    Peggy O.

    While we had to wait for a table for about 20 minutes, it was to be expected because the restaurant is small. And it is popular! Been looking high and low for a good spot for huevos rancheros, and found one. Great flavor, and I love the crispies of the tortillas. The service was amazing. We had a different server that took our order someone else that brought coffee. Someone else to give us the bill and they just seem to have a well oiled ship there.

    Brisket Hash and Grits.
    Ace D.

    I have been wanting to try this place for sometime but it's always so busy or I miss their open hours. Finally made it on a snowy cold morning and the food here is amazing. Def plan to come early as there was a wait but the wait was worth it. Lots of southern style dishes, paired with your beverage of choice. The wait staff is so helpful and amazing and the place feels so cozy. Kind of like an upgraded silver grill.

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    Bernadette M.

    Hubby and I are always looking for a spot to have breakfast on a Saturday- now that's he has Saturdays free after 17 years or after Sunday church! So you know me I'm always googling or yelping because I know how important reviews are and I found Four Friends Kitchen!! This place is very nice and even a little romantic for the summer because they have a roof top to eat breakfast on and enjoy the warm weather. The service was great, we met the manager and he was nice and we talked about maybe having an event there one day! Now I ordered the chicken fingers, potatoes and a chocolate chip pancake and my husband ordered the usual: eggs, bacon, sausage and a pancake. The pancakes are huge!!! The food was delicious and my fingers cooked extra crispy! And my pancake tasted like dessert! Right up my alley!! ONE important thing to remember: you must make reservations because there is always a wait!!

    Min K.

    A cute brunch place but nothing special. We tried a few of the dishes on the menu, nothing really was amazing. The Smoked Brisket Hash and Eggs sounded delicious but really lacked flavor even with the red chili ranchero sauce on the bottom. The chocolate chip pancake was OK The coffee was lacking. The "Kitchen Sink" was also nothing special The location was cute and the service was fast but didn't see the small print about the 4.25% additional service charge that is not part of the tip until after the meal was over. We left and went to another coffee shop for a proper coffee right after.

    That is French toast.
    Char S.

    I haven't been here in a long time, but was in the area. The space looks the same, which is nice. The music was loud and not my cup of tea. However, even worse was two of the waitstaff were singing alone to the awful songs. Easily ignored though using ear buds. The food is where things went down hill. I had the French toast which was just toasted bread. It wasn't soaked in eggs at all from what I could tell. The sauces with it were as I remembered. I also got the kitchen sink dish. The potatoes were good, eggs were cooked perfectly, and the bisquit was tasty. The sausage was so spiced it was over powering. Overall, not the best experience and I likely won't return now that there are so many other better options. It's sad.

    Smoked Brisket Hash & Eggs
    Amanda S.

    Stopped by Four Friends Kitchen in Denver for a weekday breakfast and had a fantastic experience. I ordered the smoked brisket hash and a black coffee. Simple but seriously satisfying. The brisket was tender and flavorful with just the right amount of smokiness, and the potatoes were perfectly crisp. It's one of those dishes that hits all the right notes: hearty, well-seasoned, and comforting. The atmosphere inside was cozy and inviting, with friendly staff who made the whole experience feel relaxed and easy. I didn't sit on the rooftop but the indoor space was bright and welcoming. Definitely a spot I'd recommend for anyone looking for a great breakfast or brunch in Denver. I'll be back to explore more of the menu!

    Christa M.

    It was busy when walked in for breakfast last Wednesday but luckily we were seated right away. The host was nice as she walked us to our table and she then gave us the menus to look over. Not too long after, our server came over. We stuck with waters and we ordered food. I ordered a breakfast plate that had eggs, bacon, potatoes, and toast. I also ordered a side of beignets to share with my table. The food didn't take too long and we dug in. My food lacked a lot of flavor and our server was no where to be found to ask for salsa, salt, and or pepper. I ended up just eating it like that...with no flavor... The beignets were dry and a bit too hard. They were more like powdered donuts... The inside is small and our table was super close to the tables on both sides of us.

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    Jeffry C.

    What a place !!! Love it ... We sat in the rooftop ... was such a perfect day to do so .... Everything was very tasty and worth every dollar. The whole place was packed !! So it speaks to how amazing this place is !! The service was just incredible our waitress (the obsessed swifty fan, sorry I forgot your name lol) was just such a delight and overall radiates amazing positive energy ! Love the atmosphere and just how great this place was.

    Shrimp and Grits
    Sarah B.

    This spot is super cute and has overall good food. There's a decent sized dining area, and a bar that you can sit out. The servers were very attentive and friendly. The food came out quickly and warm. The side of bacon collard greens were incredible - highly recommend! The shrimp and grits was just ok. There are lots of veggies in the sauce over the grits, and ultimately watered the grits down. The breakfast burrito was huge! Very filling and delicious. The green chili had just enough spice. There is street parking and a parking lot behind the restaurant.

    Gluten-free pancakes
    Maya H.

    Best gluten free pancakes I've tasted! The service and all items we tried were delicious. We ordered and received our food quickly - in and out of the restaurant in less than an hour. Very large portions ensure we'll have leftovers.

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    Athena M.

    Amazing brunch and lunch menu! So many good things to choose from that it was hard to decide. I had the Smokey Mountain BLT sandwich (veggie version = avocado instead of bacon) with their hashbrowns which were more like smashed whole baby potatoes. They were so crispy and sooo delicious! The bread was fluffy with a nice crust. Overall just a fabulous bite of food. My husband had the Smoked Brisket Hash and Eggs which he really enjoyed. The cornbread was a nice touch! Our server was friendly and the atmosphere was cool. Would certainly go back!

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    Taylor T.

    Southern inspired but no southern charm here. Hostess at the front was rude and told my mom she would have to give up our table (after waiting an hour) if she didn't seat her "now". I was just outside walking up the ramp with my baby... -Cold brew: our waitress Kelsey was super enthusiastic about. She said it was "so good" but failed to mention it came in a can. That should've been mentioned forthright. -Chicken and waffles: came as a sandwich (not mentioned on menu) with some flimsy, overcooked, dried tenders. Fruit was sour, coleslaw watery, waffle was too sweet, syrup was too sweet, and "caramel syrup" was all chili. Not edible. -Cornbread: Dry (that's why you need all that butter) -Cheesy grits: more like grits with cheese topping (cheese extra $) -The Crab and Fried Green Tomato Benedict seemed to be the only thing not overcooked and with good flavor. Potatoes were burnt and hard though. -Classic beignets: donuts have a thicker consistency closer to cake. Don't forget to check your receipt for Kitchen Appreciation (4.25%)! After hearing such positive reviews about this place it's a bummer there wasn't anything too "wow" about it.

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    Food and service were excellent! John was friendly and efficient. Menu satisfied gluten free needs.

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    Ask the Community - Four Friends Kitchen

    Do they take reservations?

    Not that I know of but you can join the waitlist que online prior to arriving.

    Do they offer bottomless mimosas?

    Sadly, no, but they have a good cocktail list.

    How is the outdoor seating ambiance?

    There is roof top seating. It's a picnic table atmosphere, a little cramped but good.

    Is ther alcohol?

    Full bar.

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