range

OBSESSED with this place!!! Best happy hour in downtown Denver! Habanero bacon, chickpea fritters, flatbreads, and house cabernet are some of my favorites. The chairs at the bar are the most comfortable bar chairs, and the staff is wonderful. Fabian the bartender, in particular, is a definite highlight and half of the reason I keep coming back. There lunch and dinner menu is pricey but absolutely worth it, so delicious!

This place would be so much better if it weren’t connected to a Hotel. Great service and great food but the place is open to a busy hotel lobby… simple close the doors to the Hotel and you get 4.5 stars.
Loved the charcuterie plate! Awesome habanero bacon and salumi. Enjoyed the wood fired pizza and the veggie enchiladas.

Did someone say Jalapeño Bacon? Yes! Yes, they did at RANGE restaurant tucked in the Denver Renaissance Hotel.
A group of 16 of us came in for breakfast, and the tables were set and ready for us, even with a tiny amuse-​bouche– a wee little brocolini-​strawberry-​banana smoothie, set for each guest! Which I promptly knocked over… and they graciously cleaned up. Good start for them, slow start for me.
We pursued the menu and between the 16 of us, we tried everything. The Green eggs and ham eggs Benedicts were scrumptious, served with a delicious herbed Hollandaise and aged Proscuitto. YUM. The Huevos Rancheros were also special, served with barbacoa and an amazing green chile. Finally, we had rave reviews on the Smoked Buffalo hash, and the French Toast. And… The French toast came with Jalapeño Bacon… an amazing combination of candy and crack with the right amount of heat. I mean, that stuff is amazing– order a side for your table!
In the end, they separated out our bill, no problem, and everyone was super nice. This is a good find and a great add to the downtown Denver breakfast scene.

WOW! WOW! WOW!
That says it all!
The Range has been around for about 1.5 years, and I absolutely have no good reason why we haven’t been here sooner!
We drove down, and walked into the Renaissance Hotel. The hotel is very pretty, welcoming, very nice. I can see this as a «visiting from out of town» hotel, or, «a night on the town» hotel. It is worth it.
Now, for the Range.
WOW! WOW! WOW!
Darker interior, with lots of places or nooks, to sit down and have a relaxing meal.
Black ceiling and floor, browns, tans, low lighting, comfortable seating, booths and tables. This is an interior that was well thought out, not crowded, and inviting too!
Menu — excellent! We both had the crispy fried chicken. I LOVE fried chicken! I mean, I LOVE LOVE fried chicken! This was one of the best fried chicken I have ever had! The outside coating was crispy, but not too crispy. It was definitely not that greasy, and the seasoning was just right! The chicken seemed to melt in my mouth. I highly recommend the fried chicken!
For starters, we had the guacamole, which is made to order. You get a very BIG bowl of wonderful guacamole and chips. Yummy!
We, sadly, had to skip dessert, as we were way too full. Maybe next time?
Service — EXCELLENT!!! I can’t add anything to that!
Parking — The Renaissance Hotel is a valet parking only hotel, so no problem there!
Prices — a bit more pricey, but it’s a 5 star restaurant, so it’s worth it.
We will definitely be back. Thank you, so much, Range Restaurant!

Food and service was really great, when you walk into the hotel you can see all the old bank vaults which gives it a cool atmosphere. I had the open faced steak sandwich med-​rare and would order it again!

Everyone’s dishes were flavorful and the drinks were spot on. The cost is below what I would expect to pay for so much flavor and attention. Thanks Range!

My husband and I went to Range for Christmas dinner and the food was amazing. The lamb sirloin was cooked to perfection and Chloe made the experience extra special. We will definitely be back for more delicious food.

Came here for holiday lunch with coworkers. They put us far away (across the hall, upstairs) from the empty main restaurant. Service was super slow — drinks took at least a half-​hour to arrive. Food orders weren’t taken quickly. Food orders were delivered to the wrong people. Entrees arrived cold and hard (one friend said, «This is inedible.»). Checks took 45 minutes.
Ran into a manager in the elevator, told him about this. No apology. No attempt to make the situation right.
Poor experience, top to bottom. Made for a stressful, unpleasant meal.

Me and my father flew into denver for the weekend. Our Hotel was down the street and we decided to try this restaurant based upon its reviews. We entered the restaurant from the outside street and not through the lobby. It was kind of slow (to my surprise) and our server had a little more time to spend some time with us an enlighten us on their menu.
The food was unreal. So inspiring and so tasty. I loved how the menu infused a lot of sweet and spicy with a nice balance of both. Nothing was too overpowering. We were only in denver for a few days however, we ate here three times. Twice in one day actually. If you are staying near by it is worth it to go in for breakfast. I have told multiple people about this restaurant even though we are from Toronto.

I wish there were two separate ratings for restaurants. I came here for lunch and the place was empty. You would think the service would be great but it was horrible, thus the lack of the two stars. The food was great. I had the Kale Cesar salad and the Mushroom Pizza. That was worth 5 stars. We paid cash and card and the waiter made the mistake of charging the whole amount on my card and keeping the money. He of course fixed the problem but it was another waste of me precious time.

Range pleasantly surprised me. We decided to try it during a weekday. The place didn’t have a lot of people and it did feel like a typical hotel restaurant with the few business travellers but I am sure during the weekend it is busier or as people try their menu.
The staff was friendly and attentive and the menu very interesting. Some of the entrees were expensive but there are plenty of options to pick from with smaller dishes, flat breads and appetisers that were perfect for us as we wanted to try a few things.
We shared a rabbit stroganoff that was simply delicious, rich, and definitely a must have. We also tried the scallops and the tuna both also great, light and fresh and we shared a side of truffle fries.
We were very full at end but saw some very well presented desserts that looked delicious.

If you are looking for a nice dinner to take people to from out of town Range is perfect. You can try lots of Colorado fare in a beautiful environment without the risk of taking your guests somewhere they won’t be able to find something to eat.
I went with a couple of business associates from the Mid West and they were both happy with everything to do with our meal. We ordered a bottle of wine from the monthly special, it was fine nothing amazing but very passable. We did not order a starter but did all get salads. I had the house salad with the vinageret dressing and was pleased. The dressing was thicker than I expected and they didn’t bring out a whole tub to pour over the bowl it was just enough for people who like a heavy dressing but not so much that it turned into a bowl of dressing soup.
For the main course I had the Colorado lamb because I am not an idiot and I knew it would be wonderful. It was. I totally won the who ordered the better dinner contest. We were talking business so I didn’t ask for a detailed description of my guests meal but they seem to enjoy the scallops and the fish they ordered. The Lamb was tender and cooked medium rare to perfection. If you like a pink center go for medium. Medium rare is exactly what it says. Medium on the outside and rare but warm in the middle. I did not think the accoutrements added to the dish the meat really spoke for itself.
Dessert, because why not, was the strawberry jar. It was tasty but not something that i am going to dream about. It was a great size for splitting on a date.

Have grazed at the Range now a couple of times and have decided to add it to my list of nice fancy/​schmancy downtown restaurants to which I’ll occasionally return.
One of the neatest things about Range is that it’s located in the recently opened Marriott Renaissance Hotel at 17^th and Champa, inside what was the old Colorado Nat’l Bank building. That place is a hundred year old neo-​classical white marble masterpiece that is filled with Allan Tupper True frescoes from 1925 (count ‘em: 16 impressive as-​could-​be murals in the lobby). By saving that Colorado art the Renaissance has done us all a huge historical and cultural favor. You really should just go in and take a gander, even if you’re not going to go into the restaurant. This is a special (semi-​) public space in our city which you can enjoy for free.
That said, the Range is worth your time and money, too. It’s low hard ceiling’ed and so somewhat noisy, but the food – while ala carte pricey – is 4 star good.
Had a delicious cold leek soup starter followed by a wonderful Berkshire pork loin in caramel whisky sauce over grits and roasted grapes (!) with Brussels sprouts the other night and it couldn’t have been better or more creative. A fairly priced pinot gris from the Willamette Valley Winery was a bit unusual match but a tasty accompaniment.
All-​in-​all a stylish, kinda pricey, new high-​end dining selection for local foodies, business-​folk and travelers.

Entering from the beautiful Renaissance Hotel lobby and bar is an impressive start. Restaurant itself has a casual feel.
Starters — breaking bread is tasty and light. Grilled japs ok but disappointed they weren’t more flavorful or spicy — or is that a Texan complaining Colorado doesn’t know spicy? Guac was fine, it’s guac, what can you say about it.
Black bean soup was thick and had a lot of flavor. Nice.
Chicken pan roast for main. It was a little dry. For some reason the broccolini had been chopped into tiny bits with only a few on the plate (are we running out of broc and trying to stretch what’s left, guys?) Sauce was cloying and entirely unnecessary.
Based on reviews I was hoping for more than a hotel restaurant, and maybe this was a little more, but not much.

You may have reservations about dining here, for the fact it’s located inside a hotel. Rest assured, this has no influence on the restaurant, after all it’s within the lavish and classy Renaissance Hotel. There are two ways to enter the restaurant, the side door placing you at the bar and through the hotel’s main entrance that I recommend as a scenic route. The hotel lobby is simply astonishing, and this route leads to the hostess podium. The interior is equally impressive, it boasts a modern and dashing décor. I was politely greeted; eating alone, I was offered a table or a bar seat. I wanted to experience the table service, so I chose a table. I did take a glimpse of the bar and it appeared spacious and well stocked with local beers, spirits and wines. Speaking of bars, the Renaissance Hotel lobby bar, at the entrance to the restaurant, is unbelievable, the bar surface lit up like a white glow stick. I believe one is able to dine there and be served by the restaurant as an option; in hindsight I wish I did.
The waitress appeared and with enthusiasm offered me information on the menu. After a few minutes I decided on the Colorado Lamb Sirloin. When ordering I didn’t see a simple side salad on the menu, so the waitress offered to have the chef prepare one for me without a fuss. The house salad arrived first and it was an indication of the entrée to come, excellent in every way. The crispy variety of produce, olives and shredded carrots with a spicy ranch dressing was quite a treat for a simple side salad. The lamb arrived perfectly cooked to order and its presentation resembled and matched the restaurant’s and hotel’s striking décor. The charred exterior with wonderfully tender interior, lying atop a bed of garbanzos and carrot confit, garnished with red peppers, feta, olives and encircled with green garlic yoghurt was perfection. The flavors were complementary, including their textures. I really enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone. The waitress was equally devine and I’m glad she made this recommendation from the two options I presented to her.
I had a scanty lunch, so dessert was in order. I went with the waitress’ recommendation and ordered the Nutella Crack Pie. Basically, it was a rich dark chocolate brownie with a cracked crunchy layer garnished with Nutella sauce. Accompanying, served in a jar, was a thick mousse that eased the sweetness of the pie and the crunchy texture. Towards the end, I found myself scraping the jar’s interior with my spoon, yearning for more. The dessert was a perfect ending to a fabulous dinner. Next time I hope to try their flat breads baked in a wood fire oven, that everyone is raving about.

So here’s the thing: The oxtail gnocchi (dinner appetizer) and the happy hour here are great. Would I come here for a regular dinner? With cocktails at $ 15, wines at $ 50+, and entrees at about $ 30 (the lamb, which I think was the best thing on the entrée list, is $ 38)… I’m not sure. During happy hour though, you can get $ 4 draft beer, $ 5 Colorado cocktails, $ 6 local wines, and $ 7 specialty cocktails. Oh, and small food plates for $ 6. It’s a cool space and the service is great, but the price difference between HH and dinner is pretty big.
HAPPY HOUR: 3−6pm
For drinks, try the D’Agave Old Fashion (which at $ 7 is WAY better than the normal $ 15 price tag). It’s a mix of tequila muddled with sliced lemon, lime, jalapeño, and honeycomb — and topped with ginger beer.
For food, definitely get the loaded potatoes. These little loaded potatoes are actually some of my favorites that I’ve had — probably because they come with habañero bacon, peppadew havarti, and crème fraiche. So they’re a little spicier and creamier than what you’ll get most places.
If you’re really hungry, the wood oven flatbreads are a steal during happy hour for $ 6. The options are Artichoke & Kale, or Pepperoni & Jalapeño (I’ll let you guess which one I recommend).
OXTAIL GNOCCHI
On the dinner menu, there’s an awesome oxtail gnocchi dish. The only down side is that it’s an appetizer and not an entrée, because I want more of it. Range technically calls these «Semolina Gnocchi» (in reference to the coarse grindings of durum wheat that the gnocchi are made of) — but I feel like «Oxtail Gnocchi» needs to be the name, since that’s the best part.
Another delicious option on the appetizer menu is the duck confit croquette with crispy brussels, quail egg, and dried plum mustard sauce ($ 14). It’s not as good as the oxtail, but it’s a pretty close 2^nd.

Review based on two atypical experiences. First was a Unilocal event, second for restaurant week.
I will be back to make a real review based on a «typical» dining experience, but I can’t NOT give this place the shining accolades it deserves.
1) Drinks are strong and tasty. Even the water was flavored/​infused with orange and mint. (the centennial mule here is kickin’! I was feeling pretty good after the first one.)
2) THE BACON. It deserves a review all on it’s own. Thick. Peppered. Crisp. and then glazed with a jalapeño jam or something (for a slightly sweet and a def. hint of heat with every bite). I asked the manager to make sure that their bloody maries included the bacon. And for a brekkie sandwich with it. Or a BLT. Or really, anything.
*so, if someone near and dear to you loves them some bacon? bring them here*
3) Every bite of their food is well thought out and tasty. I tried their Boulder Elk Sausage (a tiny piece) b/​c it was there. I didn’t expect to like it. But oh oh oh YUM.
4) GET the bread board ($ 5) for two popovers and two chive biscuits. Served with some honey and a pat of butter with herbs on top.
5) We shared: Endive Pear salad (perfectly balanced with the acid from the lemon vinaigrette, candied pecans, pomegranate seeds), the semolina gnocchi (A MUST HAVE. Perfect pillows of potato cakes served with a smoky sauce. Favorite dish of the night. It’s also quite substantial). Entrees: teres major (steak) served with creamed kale, horseradish, and a bunch of tiny potatoes. Heirloom squash tortelloni served with mushrooms, pine nuts, and more kale. Desserts: Nutella crack pie (mmm) and the crème brûlée. CREME BRULEE. Get it. It’s served in a bowl so that there is a terrific ratio of crunch brulee to the crème.
Excellent service. Excellent food. Great atmosphere. I can’t wait to come back for brunch.

It was Valentine’s Day, and my roommate and I were getting crunk at the apartment. One of our coworkers was downtown with his wife celebrating. Needless to say, he was pretty crunk himself.
«Tom, where the F are you?!?» «My apartment, where are you??» He answered in a slur, «The Range!» I am thinking to myself what in the hell is the range, he could have meant a shooting range, a mountain range, hell, he could have been sitting on an oven range in an alley for all I knew. «It’s on Champa and 18^th, nice place». He was hammered, I wasn’t necessarily sober either. So I put on my camo hoodie, and started walking, hoping to find this place.
My roomie and I finally found the place, looks like it was nestled inside the Renaissance Hotel. I called him again, to ask where he was sitting. He said the corner. Wow, since this place had like 10 corners (it’s possible).
So we enter, and tell the hostess our friends are here. As we look damn near everywhere, people are wondering what a camo man is doing in the lobby of a nice hotel on Valentine’s. At this point, I was thinking it was all games. Low and behold, our drunk coworker runs into us. He showed where he was sitting, which actually was a corner right near the bar! We had our own little nook.
The place is swanky, and you know what, they didn’t give me the boot. I’ll take it! In our corner, they had small tables, and short stools covered in cowhide. I wanted to take pics, but it was pretty dim.
They had ordered a meat and cheese plate, also a bread plate. I loved the presentation and flavor on both. The pickled veggies that came with it were fresh and clean tasting, which I am hard to please when it comes to pickled foods.
Our server (I forgot his name) was very friendly and attentive. He kept bringing us Budweisers and tequila. I am just glad we were ALL walking that night!
The crazy thing is when we left, the staff gave us high fives and hugs, like we were VIP. I could only imagine what happened here before we got there. Ha.
This seems like a cool place to have a date night or what not. I wish I could have paid more attention to the menu or drink items.
But I remembered enough to get a review out of it, so it had to have been decent! Will have to def go back on more sober terms!

well worth a visit.
Had the endive salad and it was delicious, the candied walnuts were insane, perfect balance of dressing, cheese, not to big not too small.
The lobster risotto was nice, though the lobster was a little rubbery. My friend had the scallops which were perfectly cooked.
As a non meat eater there were some challenges navigating the menu but hey. that’s what the drink list is for, right?
the berry sage rum concoction was interesting and not overly sweet. The (red) zinfandel on their wine list is very good. Biegnets for dessert a fun presentation with chocolate dipping sauce and gelato.
The restaurant wasn’t even half full and was nice and quiet with a decent ambiance. still had a slightly affiliated-​with-​a-​hotel vibe and playlist but pleasant enough.
It is adjacent to the new Renaissance which has a BREATHTAKING lobby of an old bank. They even have a dining room inside a vault (not sure if it is affiliated with the restaurant or not). But were I do do it over again, I would make sure that I had a drink in the lobby before dinner, it really is remarkable. Or in the vault if you can!

Parking is horrendous in this area… thank god for a relatively cheap parking garage next to the restaurant. $ 6 for a weekend night? Perfect.
It was a bit weird walking into a lobby of a hotel that we weren’t staying at to have dinner but the reviews and pics from my fellow Unilocalers gave me strength to try something new.
The attire was a mix of dressy casual and wayyyy casual. We were seated right when we walked in.
Selections of apps to share, apps for yourself, and main dishes. Great wine and local beer selection.
We got the bacon jam flat bread to start and it was tasty. A bit thin on the toppings though.
For my main course I had the scallops that were served on this sweet potato purée and the combination was very delicious. One of the best scallop dishes I’ve had.
Too bad the jalapeño peppers and the beef carpaccio were so tasteless.
The dessert made us happy again: the decadent smores tart. The marshmallow top was slightly burned and really elevated the dessert’s flavors.
To sum up: my main dish was great but the appetizers and other small dishes were less than desirable. Although service was quick, it was TOO quick. I felt like the wait staff wanted us out of there: she kept asking if we were ready to order before our appetizers came which is a nice dining no no.