American Elm
4132 W 38th Ave, Denver
(720) 749-3186
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Had the steak frites with a side of broccolini and it was fantastic. Great cocktails and atmosphere. Service was awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I lived in Denver for years and never knew about this little tucked away gem. A group of six of us sat comfortably near the bar, there was some noise but we were all still able to hold a good conversation. Nick, our server, was legit the sweetest!! We really enjoyed him, and would request him again next time. We ordered a variety of cocktails and mocktails, they were all very good (mocktails were a bit expensive for no alcohol, but I guess it's a Denver thing). We ordered deviled eggs and whipped ricotta apps, steak frites, French dip, bolognese, and the trout with a side of Brussels. The trout was a standout, but everyone enjoyed their food. I'd return again for two orders of the trout and to visit Nick 😃
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Disappointed after reading all the rave reviews. Most dishes were just meh and given the price I expected better.
While the cocktails were amazing, the rest of our dishes were really lackluster. The country fried mushroom appetizer was over breaded and could’ve benefited from more lemon/acidity (though the chimichurri on it was great), my scallops were cooked perfectly but the risotto lacked flavor and complexity, and the homemade pasta was great in texture, but again the flavor was quite lacking.
If this is your neighborhood local restaurant, I could see the appeal but I don’t think it’s a restaurant worth going out of your way to go to.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Unpretentious, genuine and delicious. Creative American fare served by kind attentive staff that reminds us that having fun and enjoying being out doesn’t have to come at the cost of great service and outstanding food.
See you soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Extra ordinary mind blowing fantastic and taste is very good 😊👍😊👍
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Frites
One of the best restaurants in Denver! Feels on par with Alma Fonda Fina and is definitely my favorite restaurant to take friends and family visiting in Denver. I’ve yet to have a bad dish or drink here. Also the greenhouses in winter are absolutely magical!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We made a group reservation for New Year’s Eve and opted for the chef’s tasting menu, priced at $140 per person. Unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing. Aside from the first course and the barramundi, the food was not even up to average.
The octopus was undercooked and extremely chewy, and the potatoes served with it were burnt. Three out of five people at our table could not eat the dish. When we informed our server, she said it would be replaced, but instead returned with plain baked potatoes. We didn’t understand how this could be part of a tasting menu at all. If it was meant as a vegan option, it was still extremely average.
Service was also lacking. Dishes were dropped off without any explanation, and no one checked in until it was too late. It felt like attentiveness was minimal, possibly because full price and gratuity was required to pay upfront.
We booked this restaurant based on positive reviews, but the overall execution did not reflect the reputation or the price. For a special occasion like New Year’s Eve, this was a letdown in terms of food, service, and overall experience. We have had far better meals at much more casual restaurants. Unfortunately, we would not recommend this restaurant for any occasion.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
$2 oyster Happy hour. Great drinks. Great atmosphere and friendly staff.
Parking around back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Service and food were excellent. My only complaint would be pricing on the drinks and appetizers. Delicious but pricey.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cozy spot for dinner. The food was incredible!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Delicious scallops!! Holy smokes
We had an incredible experience from start to finish. The food was nothing short of amazing, every dish exceeded expectations. The salmon and the steak were the clear favorites at our table, cooked perfectly and bursting with flavor. The deviled eggs and the crispy pork belly were standouts as well; everyone at the table loved them.
We were a little sad that some of the desserts had sold out before we could try them, but the substitutes we chose were absolutely fantastic: rich, balanced, and beautifully done.
Hands down, we will definitely be back. This is how you run a restaurant: thoughtful service, outstanding food, and an atmosphere that makes you feel truly taken care of. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This!!! Is exactly the restaurant I have yearned for in Berkeley: ambience, service, food and menu. All 5 stars. I know they’ve been around for years, but I feel like I just discovered a real local gem - cannot wait to return. Fresh West Coast oysters were delicious and the bartenders !!!! Impeccable service. Cannot wait to return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Get the burger!
Amazing! Try the pork belly! Great atmosphere, wonderful service and cocktails are unique.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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