Transcendent dining experience. Just go see for yourself. You’ll not de disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zach Barker
Dietary restrictions: Modified/replaced dishes to accommodate allergy restrictions
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Matt Giles
The service was absolutely excellent. It honestly couldn’t have been better. The food was phenomenal and the atmosphere was perfect. It felt like a different world. The only criticism is that after 2.5 hours and almost $500, we left hungry. We had to stop for something to eat on the way home. If we had maybe 2 more dishes, I think we would have been satisfied. The small servings paired with the wait time between each dish left us wanting more. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and we would recommend it to friends, but unfortunately we probably won’t be coming back because when we go out to eat for dinner, we expect to be full by the end of the meal.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tiffany Hall
This experience was simply amazing. My husband and I enjoyed our courses from the Sommelier’s Salon and every single step of the process was divinely executed. Time just melted off of the clock and we were engaged beginning at Moment 0. There was an authentic consciousness demonstrated in every plate and staff interaction, and we could not have had a more amazing dinner. Just wow. Thank you guys!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anna
This was an absolutely incredible experience. From the service, to the diversity in each course, to the ambiance… this place really has it all. Being Scandinavian, I loved the Scandinavian influences in some of the dishes, and even a zero proof drink pairing based on Akvavit?! So much fun. As someone who doesn’t enjoy drinking, I was so blown away by the zero proof pairing. Everything was absolutely divine, and truly some of the best food and zero proof drinks I’ve had.The service was phenomenal as well, everyone was so welcoming throughout our whole meal. About 7 people wished us a happy anniversary, and everyone was so kind, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they were doing. Having a seasonal/changing menu makes it very enticing to see what will be offered next! Cannot wait to be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mocktail
Danny Manilla
I would certainly rate Beckon a 5/5. The service, atmosphere, food, and every detail in between was intentional and thoughtful. As a bonus, the mixologist was very inventive, especially with his non alcoholic options.My wife and I have been fortunate enough to enjoy some very special meals in our life, and Beckon rates at the top of the list.*I’d highly recommend the chef’s counter seating option.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shelby Nielsen
Ok, time to update my review... A little over 4 years ago in October of 2019 I had my first Beckon experience. My review at that time was "amazing". One word, plain and simple, and oh so true. Now, I will go into an over wordy explanation.In that beautiful pre-covid era all they offered was the chefs counter and I am so grateful that was my experience. All I can definitely remember of that dinner was that my husband and I sat on the right side of the counter in the two seats closest to the stovetop and that one of the dishes included these absolutely perfect and beautiful little cherry type tomato thingies that looked exactly like watermelons. One of the chefs noticed our fascination and did tell us what they were I'm sure, and I'm pretty sure he also gave us two of them to try on their own... I can't remember any specific courses (aside from the danish picnic which I'll get to later), but we had booked the early seating and were so captivated with the meal and determined to enjoy each and every single bite that we ran over time. I mean truly we were so encapsulated with the experience that suddenly when our server came over to let us know the issue we looked up and realized everyone sitting around us at the counter was a different person than had seen sitting there all night! At the time they offered two dinner seatings, early and late, and when we looked up we could clearly see our late night counter parts waiting... but did the staff give us the boot? No, they joyfully sat us at the fireplace (now gone) and served us our dessert, extra wine, and coffees on the patio. And while we weren't in our original seats, and those still taking care of us on the patio were having to pull double duty in doing so, they absolutely made us feel not just welcome, but they made us feel like they were glad we were there. My memory fades but what I'm trying to capture was the whimsy of the situation. We left feeling inspired and fulfilled both in mind and belly.Since then we have been back to dine at Beckon at least annually. We did the patio and garden casita tent things during COVID, and while it didn't offer the personal interaction that the chefs counter afforded - the food, wine, cocktails and service never faltered a bit. Yes, the portions are smaller than what you get when you order something directly from the menu, but cutting that portion in half, dipping a pinky in the sauce while the plate is being described, cutting those halves in half again, and maybe even a third time to try all of those carefully crafted elements together and separately... That's (in my long winded and humble opinion) Beckon is all about.Ok, so, since 2019 I've experienced every seat chart, tried Major Tom's (definitely don't skip the pork chop), done their wine dinners hosted at Major Tom's, and their what is wine daytime classes on the same patio where once stood the fireplace that truly made me fall in love with the Beckon staff.... Every bite has been delicious and thoughtful, but I'm wrapping up now so I'll try to be brief... The staff is phenomenal. Jake and Justin's wine selections have become the best part of my meals at home. Duncan's dishes have inspired me to try new and bold ways of looking at my ingredients, and caused me to buy a special pan just for the picnics (I'm getting to it). Allison has gone out of her way, even so far as to help me get caviar to try to recreate Duncan's genius at home. They are all utterly wonderful and passionate people and it always comes through no matter what Beckon experience I'm looking forward to enjoying. Ok.. once I get started it's hard to stop. Amazing. That still really sums up every visit I've had at Beckon. The only advice I'll leave is this... Always get the danish picnic. Seriously, always do it. Caviar because you've got to, and I will tell you now, the aebleskivers are made of clouds, love, and magic. Sit at the chefs counter if you can and talk to the chefs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hannah Giere
As the Michelin star suggests, the food is incredible and the service noteworthy. You know that but do you know Annie? She was my server last March. I’m not one to leave reviews but this restaurant and her service are worth it. I’ve never seen such incredible food and service with so much kindness. The general atmosphere of this restaurant is accepting, you can wear what you want and show up as you are. The service reinforces this with fun facts, tips and replacing cutlery at each course to show you how to enjoy them best. The food was great, the planned experience by staff incredible, and Annie, our server, a delight. A year after eating here I remembered her, found her name in my notes and left this review. I regret it’s so late. Thanks Annie!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fred Kessler
Beckon, and chef Duncan, are the best in Denver. Their Michelin star is well deserved. Courses are elegantly presented and highlights the foods well. Each course focuses on specific meats or Vegetables and raises them up to high fine dining standards.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Wright
Beckon is one the most memorable culinary experiences I've ever had. I would put it on equal to Frasca in Boulder. Everything about the evening was wonderful. For you and one special person, I would highly recommend booking the Chef's table for its romantic yet quietly-social ambiance. Beckon's chef beautifully extracts and honors the essence of each ingredient served during the eight, wonderfully diverse courses reflective of the season. It would be a shame to ruin the surprise in store for you by naming our favorites. Suffice it to say not one will disappoint in flavor or texture. I would also highly suggest trying the Sommelier's wine offerings for your first visit. They truly complement and enhance the flavors with each course's expertly-selected pairing. We found the staff to be knowledgeable and attentive and the service from everyone was superb. I am already anxiously awaiting the opening of next season's reservations so that I can book a next visit in the spring.
The food was amazing. That's why we went. Not a bite was left behind. It was fun! It was exciting! But.... the part of the meal I loved the most was the non-alcoholic beverage pairing. It was unique and some were as complex as the food. I laugh when I remember him saying 'I don't have any rules, I'm just a bartender'. Sir, you are a magician. Thank you for bringing the fun of drinking back for those of us on the wagon!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tohme Tohme
Great food, and unique experience. The wine ? pairing was spot on.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jason Wedekind
From the first bite to the last, the experience was amazing. Such unique flavors. And the service! So special. The gluten free substitutes were incredible as well. A must add to your Denver dining bucket list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lexi Aagesen
The service was absolutely impeccable! Natalie greeted me as if we were old friends. I sat at the chef counter, and Lexi was very attentive, as was everyone on the staff. At one point, the sommelier accidentally topped off my sparkling water with flat, and before I could take a sip, he realized it and brought me a fresh glass. That attention to detail was present at every moment, by all the staff. After every dish I said to myself,'It can't get better than this', and it did!!! I watched the magic happen right before my eyes as the chefs plated the dishes, and my taste buds were still shocked at the deliciousness of it all!! Thank you for a phenomenal evening and a memorable dining experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christina Garbe
Wow! We dined here for our 10 year wedding anniversary. This ended up being one of our most unforgettable dining experiences yet. Every time we thought the next bite of food couldn’t get any better than the last, the kitchen would bring out another mind blowing delicious bite. The food was so unique, delicate, and tasty. It was a full sensory experience. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we felt welcomed, comfortable, and taken care of. The sommelier Logan was extremely knowledgeable and recommended some really incredible wine. Chef Duncan and Allison have really created something special here. That Michelin star is well deserved. We can’t wait to come back and dine again. Thank you guys for an amazing anniversary dinner.
Transcendent dining experience. Just go see for yourself. You’ll not de disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dietary restrictions: Modified/replaced dishes to accommodate allergy restrictions
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The service was absolutely excellent. It honestly couldn’t have been better. The food was phenomenal and the atmosphere was perfect. It felt like a different world. The only criticism is that after 2.5 hours and almost $500, we left hungry. We had to stop for something to eat on the way home. If we had maybe 2 more dishes, I think we would have been satisfied. The small servings paired with the wait time between each dish left us wanting more. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and we would recommend it to friends, but unfortunately we probably won’t be coming back because when we go out to eat for dinner, we expect to be full by the end of the meal.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This experience was simply amazing. My husband and I enjoyed our courses from the Sommelier’s Salon and every single step of the process was divinely executed. Time just melted off of the clock and we were engaged beginning at Moment 0. There was an authentic consciousness demonstrated in every plate and staff interaction, and we could not have had a more amazing dinner. Just wow. Thank you guys!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was an absolutely incredible experience. From the service, to the diversity in each course, to the ambiance… this place really has it all. Being Scandinavian, I loved the Scandinavian influences in some of the dishes, and even a zero proof drink pairing based on Akvavit?! So much fun. As someone who doesn’t enjoy drinking, I was so blown away by the zero proof pairing. Everything was absolutely divine, and truly some of the best food and zero proof drinks I’ve had.The service was phenomenal as well, everyone was so welcoming throughout our whole meal. About 7 people wished us a happy anniversary, and everyone was so kind, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they were doing. Having a seasonal/changing menu makes it very enticing to see what will be offered next! Cannot wait to be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mocktail
I would certainly rate Beckon a 5/5. The service, atmosphere, food, and every detail in between was intentional and thoughtful. As a bonus, the mixologist was very inventive, especially with his non alcoholic options.My wife and I have been fortunate enough to enjoy some very special meals in our life, and Beckon rates at the top of the list.*I’d highly recommend the chef’s counter seating option.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ok, time to update my review... A little over 4 years ago in October of 2019 I had my first Beckon experience. My review at that time was "amazing". One word, plain and simple, and oh so true. Now, I will go into an over wordy explanation.In that beautiful pre-covid era all they offered was the chefs counter and I am so grateful that was my experience. All I can definitely remember of that dinner was that my husband and I sat on the right side of the counter in the two seats closest to the stovetop and that one of the dishes included these absolutely perfect and beautiful little cherry type tomato thingies that looked exactly like watermelons. One of the chefs noticed our fascination and did tell us what they were I'm sure, and I'm pretty sure he also gave us two of them to try on their own... I can't remember any specific courses (aside from the danish picnic which I'll get to later), but we had booked the early seating and were so captivated with the meal and determined to enjoy each and every single bite that we ran over time. I mean truly we were so encapsulated with the experience that suddenly when our server came over to let us know the issue we looked up and realized everyone sitting around us at the counter was a different person than had seen sitting there all night! At the time they offered two dinner seatings, early and late, and when we looked up we could clearly see our late night counter parts waiting... but did the staff give us the boot? No, they joyfully sat us at the fireplace (now gone) and served us our dessert, extra wine, and coffees on the patio. And while we weren't in our original seats, and those still taking care of us on the patio were having to pull double duty in doing so, they absolutely made us feel not just welcome, but they made us feel like they were glad we were there. My memory fades but what I'm trying to capture was the whimsy of the situation. We left feeling inspired and fulfilled both in mind and belly.Since then we have been back to dine at Beckon at least annually. We did the patio and garden casita tent things during COVID, and while it didn't offer the personal interaction that the chefs counter afforded - the food, wine, cocktails and service never faltered a bit. Yes, the portions are smaller than what you get when you order something directly from the menu, but cutting that portion in half, dipping a pinky in the sauce while the plate is being described, cutting those halves in half again, and maybe even a third time to try all of those carefully crafted elements together and separately... That's (in my long winded and humble opinion) Beckon is all about.Ok, so, since 2019 I've experienced every seat chart, tried Major Tom's (definitely don't skip the pork chop), done their wine dinners hosted at Major Tom's, and their what is wine daytime classes on the same patio where once stood the fireplace that truly made me fall in love with the Beckon staff.... Every bite has been delicious and thoughtful, but I'm wrapping up now so I'll try to be brief... The staff is phenomenal. Jake and Justin's wine selections have become the best part of my meals at home. Duncan's dishes have inspired me to try new and bold ways of looking at my ingredients, and caused me to buy a special pan just for the picnics (I'm getting to it). Allison has gone out of her way, even so far as to help me get caviar to try to recreate Duncan's genius at home. They are all utterly wonderful and passionate people and it always comes through no matter what Beckon experience I'm looking forward to enjoying. Ok.. once I get started it's hard to stop. Amazing. That still really sums up every visit I've had at Beckon. The only advice I'll leave is this... Always get the danish picnic. Seriously, always do it. Caviar because you've got to, and I will tell you now, the aebleskivers are made of clouds, love, and magic. Sit at the chefs counter if you can and talk to the chefs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
As the Michelin star suggests, the food is incredible and the service noteworthy. You know that but do you know Annie? She was my server last March. I’m not one to leave reviews but this restaurant and her service are worth it. I’ve never seen such incredible food and service with so much kindness. The general atmosphere of this restaurant is accepting, you can wear what you want and show up as you are. The service reinforces this with fun facts, tips and replacing cutlery at each course to show you how to enjoy them best. The food was great, the planned experience by staff incredible, and Annie, our server, a delight. A year after eating here I remembered her, found her name in my notes and left this review. I regret it’s so late. Thanks Annie!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beckon, and chef Duncan, are the best in Denver. Their Michelin star is well deserved. Courses are elegantly presented and highlights the foods well. Each course focuses on specific meats or Vegetables and raises them up to high fine dining standards.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beckon is one the most memorable culinary experiences I've ever had. I would put it on equal to Frasca in Boulder. Everything about the evening was wonderful. For you and one special person, I would highly recommend booking the Chef's table for its romantic yet quietly-social ambiance. Beckon's chef beautifully extracts and honors the essence of each ingredient served during the eight, wonderfully diverse courses reflective of the season. It would be a shame to ruin the surprise in store for you by naming our favorites. Suffice it to say not one will disappoint in flavor or texture. I would also highly suggest trying the Sommelier's wine offerings for your first visit. They truly complement and enhance the flavors with each course's expertly-selected pairing. We found the staff to be knowledgeable and attentive and the service from everyone was superb. I am already anxiously awaiting the opening of next season's reservations so that I can book a next visit in the spring.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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The food was amazing. That's why we went. Not a bite was left behind. It was fun! It was exciting! But.... the part of the meal I loved the most was the non-alcoholic beverage pairing. It was unique and some were as complex as the food. I laugh when I remember him saying 'I don't have any rules, I'm just a bartender'. Sir, you are a magician. Thank you for bringing the fun of drinking back for those of us on the wagon!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food, and unique experience. The wine ? pairing was spot on.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
From the first bite to the last, the experience was amazing. Such unique flavors. And the service! So special. The gluten free substitutes were incredible as well. A must add to your Denver dining bucket list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The service was absolutely impeccable! Natalie greeted me as if we were old friends. I sat at the chef counter, and Lexi was very attentive, as was everyone on the staff. At one point, the sommelier accidentally topped off my sparkling water with flat, and before I could take a sip, he realized it and brought me a fresh glass. That attention to detail was present at every moment, by all the staff. After every dish I said to myself,'It can't get better than this', and it did!!! I watched the magic happen right before my eyes as the chefs plated the dishes, and my taste buds were still shocked at the deliciousness of it all!! Thank you for a phenomenal evening and a memorable dining experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow! We dined here for our 10 year wedding anniversary. This ended up being one of our most unforgettable dining experiences yet. Every time we thought the next bite of food couldn’t get any better than the last, the kitchen would bring out another mind blowing delicious bite. The food was so unique, delicate, and tasty. It was a full sensory experience. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we felt welcomed, comfortable, and taken care of. The sommelier Logan was extremely knowledgeable and recommended some really incredible wine. Chef Duncan and Allison have really created something special here. That Michelin star is well deserved. We can’t wait to come back and dine again. Thank you guys for an amazing anniversary dinner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5