Sassafras American Eatery, Highlands

Probably the best Mac n Cheese I’ve ever had.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bison Hash with Chicken Fried Eggs

Went for brunch and had the bison hash with a Bloody Mary, and it did not disappoint.

The bison hash was flavorful, hearty, and perfectly seasoned—tender meat, crispy potatoes, and just the right balance of spices. It felt like elevated comfort food without being heavy. You can really taste the quality in the ingredients, and it’s the kind of dish that keeps you thinking about it later.

The Bloody Mary was solid and well-made, with a good kick and not overly watery. It paired perfectly with the richness of the hash and made brunch feel like a proper occasion instead of just another meal out.

The atmosphere is relaxed and stylish, great for a weekend brunch, and the service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. Food came out hot and fresh, and everything felt well-timed.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bison Hash with Chicken Fried Eggs

The London Fog was foamy and delicious. The Breakfast Mac and Cheese was absolutely scrumptious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Came here for brunch on a Saturday around 1230. Waited about 30 mins for a table. The server took about 20 minutes to come order our drink and the food took equally as long. I got the fried green eggs Benedict and it was just ok. Ill come back to give it another try but wasn't overly impressed.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 3

WOW. Born and raised southerner here and this is the THE BEST gumbo, shrimp and grits, and mac and cheese that we’ve been able to find on this side of the Mississippi. Prices seemed a little high at first but I’d say they are commensurate with the quality of food and service we received. Looking forward to returning to try more of their menu!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Such tasty food and always great service!! Love this place!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Quickly became a favorite brunch spot shortly after moving to Denver. The food is always on point, with unique specials that keep things interesting. Plus the cocktails are awesome. Check out their award winning Bloody Mary's! Sit at the bar, or any of the tables, and enjoy the homey feel from all the knick knacks that make it feel like you're at your grandma's house. Trust it's well worth the wait, cuz I've never seen it not super busy.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

been loving sassafras for years! i recommend everything on the menu. the garden mary (includes beet juice!) is my favorite of their many mary choices. most recently tried the chicken fried eggs with bison hash - delish!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great breakfast spot.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Best brunch in town and delicious bloodies! Service is great and everyone is so friendly. Worth waiting on the patio with a bloody or mimosa if there is a wait. Great for a group or for two with full meal service at the bar.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Visiting Denver for a few days for the first time, and wanted something unique to the place - very happy I ended up here on a sunny winter morning! Ordered the Green tomato Benedict and a coffee. Tried a cornbread (jalapeño) for the first time - all great! I took home a bottle of their house red habanero hot sauce (delish) as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The best hidden gem of a breakfast place ever!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Went for dinner tonight with my daughter. Ordered chicken and waffles and the rice and bean dinner and I added jalapeño cornbread. The cornbread was good. The rice and bean dinner was lukewarm but I tried to eat as much as I could since it was $17. The reason I am leaving this one star review was simply because my daughter’s chicken was also lukewarm which is prone to bacteria and food borne illness. I am a chef myself so I did point it out to the server who was very nice and told her manager. He was different, offering to refry another chicken breast however the main concern was that both meals were practically cold. I said it wasn’t necessary and yet he chose to take it upon himself to tell me he was doing it anyway. We were already a bit turned off by the meal so I got up and paid. $41 and some change for terrible food. Just because someone dresses in a coat and calls themselves chef does not mean it’s the case. We will not be going there again. Keep my $41 - I’m sure you need it with one other table in the joint. Here we are at another restaurant because we didn’t want to go home on empty stomachs. I pray nobody gets ill by there wrongly prepared food.

Food should be at the minimal 135°.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 2

One of my fav brunches in Denver do far. Lovely place, lots of light. Food menu is pretty neat with a good selection of alcoholized and caffeinated beverages. The food is great, I like the chicken pimento biscuits, and the bison hash (picture).

The beignets are pretty good !

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I have never been, until today, and took an out of town guest for brunch. The concept of the restaurant is great, being in an older converted house. However, the food was mediocre at best - a disappointment to say the least.

Our food was served lukewarm and lacked flavor! Unfortunately, there will be no return based on the food experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 3