Ellyngton’s At The Brown Palace
321 17th St, Denver, CO, 80202
Ellyngton’s At The Brown Palace Menu
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Diabetics at Taco Bell
The biggest concern for diabetics is to find healthy food with less sugar at restaurants. The hunt for the right food becomes even more challenging for diabetics when dining at a fast food restaurant. Well, Taco Bell changes that with Fresco style. Simply ask or order an item from the Taco Bell menu in Fresco Style.
Food Suggestions for Diabetics at Taco Bell:
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Fresco Steak Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 4g Fat (1.5g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 17g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 10g Protein
Fresco Soft Taco – Shredded Chicken
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 6g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 9g Protein
Fresco Soft Taco Beef
Nutrition Fact: 160 calories, 6g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 480mg sodium, 18g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Veggie Power Menu Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 480 calories, 19g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 970mg sodium, 65g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 13g Fiber, 14g Protein
Bean Burrito
Nutrition Fact: 380 calories, 11g Fat (4g Sat. Fat), 1060mg sodium, 55g Carbs, 3g Sugar, 9g Fiber, 14g Protein
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for Diabetics:
You must avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes at Taco Bell if you have diabetes. Almost every beverage offered at Taco Bell contains high sugar content.
High Cholesterol at Taco Bell
Fast food restaurants are known for serving high calorie, greasy food with lots of sugars. Taco Bell changes this trend by offering Fresco Style option where your favorite food item is prepared using pico de gallo as it will cut down 20 – 30 calories easily from the original meal.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at Taco Bell:
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Breakfast Soft Taco – Egg & Cheese
Nutrition Fact: 170 calories, 9g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 330mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, less than 1g Fiber, 7g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Fresco Crunchy Taco – Beef
Nutrition Fact: 140 calories, 7g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 300mg sodium, 14g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 6g Protein
Shredded Chicken Mini Quesadilla
Nutrition Fact: 200 calories, 10g Fat (3.5g Sat. Fat), 490mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 1g Fiber, 10g Protein
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Spicy Potato Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 230 calories, 12g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 27g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Cholesterol:
It is best to avoid Bacon or Steak dishes at Taco Bell as such dishes contain a lot of fat. Also, try to avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes which are full of sugars resulting in empty calories.
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High Blood Pressure at Taco Bell
People with high blood pressure must avoid food with high sodium levels. You can either ask the people at Taco Bell to add less salt in your food or choose the food items with less sodium content or customize your order using Taco Bell's own nutrition calculator.
Food Suggestions to Control Blood Pressure at Taco Bell:
Fresco Chicken Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 6g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 9g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Grilled Breakfast Burrito - Sausage
Nutrition Fact: 340 calories, 17g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 730mg sodium, 36g Carbs, 3g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 11g Protein
Veggie Power Menu Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 480 calories, 19g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 970mg sodium, 65g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 13g Fiber, 14g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Blood Pressure:
Taco Bell offers a wide range of Grande Scrambler Burritos, Crunch wraps, and Quesadillas which are high in sodium. It is important to limit the sodium intake at Taco Bell and avoid any meal with over 750-800mg sodium.
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High Cholesterol at Taco Bell
Fast food restaurants are known for serving high calorie, greasy food with lots of sugars. Taco Bell changes this trend by offering Fresco Style option where your favorite food item is prepared using pico de gallo as it will cut down 20 – 30 calories easily from the original meal.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at Taco Bell:
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Breakfast Soft Taco – Egg & Cheese
Nutrition Fact: 170 calories, 9g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 330mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, less than 1g Fiber, 7g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Fresco Crunchy Taco – Beef
Nutrition Fact: 140 calories, 7g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 300mg sodium, 14g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 6g Protein
Shredded Chicken Mini Quesadilla
Nutrition Fact: 200 calories, 10g Fat (3.5g Sat. Fat), 490mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 1g Fiber, 10g Protein
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Spicy Potato Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 230 calories, 12g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 27g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Cholesterol:
It is best to avoid Bacon or Steak dishes at Taco Bell as such dishes contain a lot of fat. Also, try to avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes which are full of sugars resulting in empty calories.
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Q&A on Taco Bell
Who owns Taco Bell?
Taco Bell is a restaurant chain subsidiary owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. which controls the restaurant division of PepsiCo.
When does Taco Bell stop serving breakfast?
Taco Bell starts serving breakfast from 6 a.m. which is one hour later than other competitors. However, the restaurant chain continues serving breakfast till 11 a.m. which is half an hour later than other competitors.
When is Taco Bell happy hour?
Happy hour at Taco Bell starts from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Are Taco Bell beans healthy?
Beans are rich in protein, fiber, and minerals like iron and phosphorous. Hence, Taco Bell beans are healthy in nature. However, there are claims that Taco Bell uses a rehydrated slew of mystery ingredients instead of beans. So, simply inquire about the beans before ordering items serving Taco Bell beans.
Which Taco Bell is closest to me?
Use our Restaurant Listings directory to find Taco Bell nearby.
Which Taco Bell sauce is hottest?
Diablo is the hottest Taco Bell sauce.
Which Taco Bell sauce is best?
In terms of popularity, the Mild sauce is undoubtedly the best Taco Bell sauce favored by Americans.
Which Taco Bell sauces are vegan?
Hot and Mild sauces are certified vegan.
Which Taco Bell has nacho fries?
Taco Bell has a habit of discontinuing and relaunching Nacho Fries. You can find the Taco Bell locations nearby to see if the Taco Bell store has Nacho Fries.
Which Taco Bell is open right now?
Taco Bell opens at 6 a.m. in the morning and stays open until 3 a.m. the next day at major locations. In New York city, the Taco Bell stores stay open till 11 p.m. or 12 midnight.
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About Taco Bell
Taco Bell is a haven for Mexican delicacies such as tacos, quesadillas, burritos, nachos, and other specialty items. Owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. Taco Bell is one of the fastest growing American chains of fast food restaurants. The restaurant operates from 7,072 different locations which are mostly run by independent franchisees and licensees.
The background story of Taco Bell is interesting and inspiring for budding entrepreneurs. The fast-food brand is the brainchild of Glen Bell, who started his first food venture as a hot dog seller in San Bernardino, California. The year was 1948. After witnessing long queues outside a Mexican restaurant called Mitla Café across the street, Bell saw the opportunity and demand for hard-shelled Tacos. He reverse-engineered the recipe and later started selling Tacos and called the venture Taco-Tia.
Later, the name changed from Taco-Tia to El Taco. Eventually, Glen Bell sold the company to his partner and opened the first Taco Bell in Downey in 1962. By 1964, the restaurant also got its first franchise in Torrance. The 100th Taco Bell restaurant was opened by 1965. PepsiCo acquired Taco Bell from Glen Bell in 1978 and the restaurant brand is currently a subsidiary of Yum! Brands which looks after the restaurant business of PepsiCo.
Healthy Food Options at Taco Bell
You may believe that a healthy lifestyle doesn't go well at a fast food restaurant. Well, that's not the case with Taco Bell. Surprisingly Taco Bell offers a variety of healthy options, thanks to the in-house registered dietician who monitors the whole menu. The dietician ensures that each item on the menu is free from additives and preservatives, colors, and artificial flavors. The dietician also ensures that the food served at Taco Bell doesn't contain high-fructose corn syrup, low sodium levels, and reduced use of partially hydrogenated oil.
More than 75% of food items served at Taco Bell falls under 500 calories. Taco Bell also features the Fresco Style option which helps the customers to maintain healthy diet plan without missing out on taste. In Fresco style option, Taco Bell switches pico de gallo with cheese, sour cream, guac, and mayo-based sauce. Taco Bell takes care of almost every health preference of its customers.
Tips for Dining at Taco Bell
Diabetics can also try other Fresco styled Taco items such as Fresco Crunchy Taco, Fresco Grilled Steak, and Fresco Soft Taco Beef. These are other healthy alternatives of Tacos for diabetics which contains an adequate amount of starch and minimum or no fat content. Switch the regular sauce or cheese with pico de gallo and you can easily reduce the sodium intake and fat content for your body. It will help maintain blood pressure levels and control high cholesterol.
Q&A on Taco Bell
Who owns Taco Bell?
Taco Bell is a restaurant chain subsidiary owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. which controls the restaurant division of PepsiCo.
When does Taco Bell stop serving breakfast?
Taco Bell starts serving breakfast from 6 a.m. which is one hour later than other competitors. However, the restaurant chain continues serving breakfast till 11 a.m. which is half an hour later than other competitors.
When is Taco Bell happy hour?
Happy hour at Taco Bell starts from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Are Taco Bell beans healthy?
Beans are rich in protein, fiber, and minerals like iron and phosphorous. Hence, Taco Bell beans are healthy in nature. However, there are claims that Taco Bell uses a rehydrated slew of mystery ingredients instead of beans. So, simply inquire about the beans before ordering items serving Taco Bell beans.
Which Taco Bell is closest to me?
Use our Restaurant Listings directory to find Taco Bell nearby.
Which Taco Bell sauce is hottest?
Diablo is the hottest Taco Bell sauce.
Which Taco Bell sauce is best?
In terms of popularity, the Mild sauce is undoubtedly the best Taco Bell sauce favored by Americans.
Which Taco Bell sauces are vegan?
Hot and Mild sauces are certified vegan.
Which Taco Bell has nacho fries?
Taco Bell has a habit of discontinuing and relaunching Nacho Fries. You can find the Taco Bell locations nearby to see if the Taco Bell store has Nacho Fries.
Which Taco Bell is open right now?
Taco Bell opens at 6 a.m. in the morning and stays open until 3 a.m. the next day at major locations. In New York city, the Taco Bell stores stay open till 11 p.m. or 12 midnight.
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Address :
321 17th St
Denver, CO, 80202 - Phone (303) 297-3111
- Website https://www.brownpalace.com
- Click To Get Directions
Opening Hours
- Mon :7:00 am - 11:00pm
- Mon : 7:00 am - 11:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Brunch
Parking : Valet
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Dressy
Ambience : Upscale
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
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Dave F.
I'd rate this similar to the Palace Arms. The food is great. Probably not worth the price. But everything I had was excellent. The prime rib, blue cheese potatoes, and pastries were memorable. The dessert station alone could have been a whole meal. Drinking chocolate, chocolate fountain, bananas foster, truffles. Yikes. Really, really good.
(4)Isibella A.
Simply delicious! If you like extravagant sunday brunches you will simply love Ellyngtons. Situated inside the historic brown palace hotel of Denver Ellyngtons is a true hidden gem. Their sunday buffet offers a wide range of delicious foods including fresh shell fish, cured meats, cheeses, an omelet station, freshly cut roasted meats and not to mention a huge separate dessert bar. (Complete with chocolate fondue fountain!) The wait staff are incredibly accommodating and prompt! Lovely ice sculptures and sometimes even live music, a very intimate plush atmosphere while still remaining laid back. I love this place, you could wear a cocktail dress or jeans and get away with both! It would be a great sort of place to propose to a girlfriend! The hungry kitten says: Don't forget to have a mamosa with your bunch!
(5)Annabel S.
This is a review for breakfast service (7 to 9 am) on a Sunday before the famous champagne brunch. You had an option of ala carte menu or a breakfast buffet for $19.95 that included eggs Benedict made in the kitchen, an egg/omelette station, fresh berries and fruit, blintzes, pancakes/waffles, bacon, hash browns and assorted muffins/bagels breads. The OJ was fresh, the coffee good, and the service outstanding! Hubby had the Denver omelette made to order. The bacon was thick and cooked to perfection. The blintz filling was just right in terms of sweetness and the fruit topping was also good. We quite enjoyed the meal...next time I hope our departure time can accommodate the champagne brunch!
(5)Stephanie W.
On the very last day of my trip to Denver, I ventured out before my shuttle arrived for a breakfast at Ellyngtons. The food was amazing, but I'll get to that in a minute. What really made this breakfast special was the people. I walked in to a very warm welcome. From the moment I settled into my booth drenched in glassware and silver, I was at home. I ordered champagne with cranberry juice, not on the menu, but my waitress was thoughtful enough to look it up and bring my drink back with the traditional orange wedge. Shortly after, a gift from the chef arrived, a small glass of spiced lemon tea. (even compared to the champagne, the tea was special). Then, as I checked in on twitter, I immedately received a responses telling me to "enjoy my breakfast" from none other than the brown palace. Another glass or two of champagne, a greek fritatta (delicious) and probably the best sourdough toast I have ever had with jam and I was ready to head out into the cold to catch my shuttle. As I posted the last of my pictures, I received yet another tweet from the brown palace acknowledging my "stunning" picture and hoping I had a lovely time. In this day and age of "critics" everywhere and photos being taken discretely at every table, I love that the brown palace embraces the recognition and those supporting them and the new "foodie" crew with open arms. I will be back, probably staying at the hotel, booking my "afternoon tea" in advance and looking forward to more of this type of hospitality. Thank you for a magical send off!
(5)Amy F.
We had our company Christmas party here again this year. We got the whole area reserved for our party, and they really did up the room, tables, and chairs, it was beautiful. The staff was really great, and organized. Open Bar. Big table full of apps, with all different cheeses, fruit, veggies and dips. The hummus was fantastic. The servers also brought out hot and cold apps during cocktail hour- The Mini Crab Cakes- Oh Helllls Yeah! Yum! The dinner buffet we has was very good as well, They had a salad station, more apps, and then the main dish (prime rib or mushroom ravioli) The best part was the Potatoes that came served in a martini glass- choice we had was sweet or mashed... and with several choices for fixins to put on em. They did have a coffe/tea/hot coco, dessert table but I was way too full to even take a look. For the price we paid for this event, I really think Ellyngton's and the Brown Palace did an outstanding job!
(4)Roberto E.
Brunch at its finest. . Organic something would be great and fresh squeezed juices even if there was a upcharge. Probably won't go again.
(4)Annette M.
They really do an amazing Sunday Brunch with live Jazz music. Good service. Pricey but an excellent idea for a special occasion. Book WAY in advance for Easter, Mother's Day, ect. Easy Valet Parking at the main entrance to Brown Palace. This is a Champange Brunch so you will always find a few loud and extra chatty tables that have had a few too many drinks.... but just adds to the entertainment. =) Plenty of fresh seafood including some sushi and fresh oysters on the half shell, all the usual breakfast fare, loads of fruits and cheeses, a few special dishes and carving station. Another guest (that had way too many drinks) insisted that I try the hot chocolate shots at the dessert station. So glad I did. I'm not a big chocolate fan but I still dream about that little glass of hot, think, rich, melted chocolate goodness. Had a bit of a hazelnut hint to it. OH SO GOOD. All the desserts are amazing but that one is now my favorite. What to wear? I would say Colorado business casual. When we go on a regular Sunday half the folks are dressed in Sunday Church clothes and then half in jeans/shorts and polo shirts. Nothing ever too fancy. Bring the kids (and their manners) and have a good time.
(5)Kim M.
3 stars because I was expecting better quality for the price. I've been to many brunches and this has to be toward the bottom of my list. I was honestly not impressed at all. All the food was subpar. They had a pretty descent spread ranging from typical breakfast foods like eggs, pancakes, waffles, bacon and sausage, to a carving station with lamb and top sirloin, to seafood, and desserts. Unfortunately the meat from the carving station was chewy and very dry, even with added au jus. The seafood station had a bunch of options, so I went a little crazy there. I absolutely LOVE seafood. But, the sushi looked inedible to me so I didn't take any (I'm really picky about my sushi). They have a huge dessert spread but the only thing I was impressed by was the bananas foster. The chef cooking it for us was really nice and talked to us the whole time she was making it. What I did enjoy was their honey cured salmon. Our server told us that they use fresh honey from their beehives on the roof. The salmon was delicious. I got seconds. Also, unlike a lot of other buffets, you order eggs benedict and they make it fresh for you so the egg is still runny. Lastly, their "mimosas" aren't really mimosas. They give you a full glass of champagne and just keep filling it up. You can ask for a small caraffe of OJ to make your own mimosas which I thought was awesome! You could make it as strong or weak as you want. I opted to just drink the champagne and OJ separately. The OJ was really good so I liked drinking it on its own. Overall, I don't think I would come here again. I enjoyed the food better at Zengo and it was $20 cheaper.
(3)Dawn D.
Pricey but tons of food and choices. Wonderful live music to enjoy your meal to. The only down side is the wait for an egg dish so you might want to go for the eggs Benedict or get an omelette first so the rest of your meal is still hot. The desserts are wonderful and they had a berry creme puff that was almost as good as the lemon puff for the tea service. Wonderful time!
(5)Ian S.
Had a client lunch here, as they take reservations and I wasn't willing to chance it on the bar area. Standard 5 star experience, great service without being in the way, everything from the black napkin for my suit pants to expert recommendations and prompt water refills. The special was some kind of crepe that was delicious. I destroyed mine, even at the risk of looking like a pig in front of my client. How she restrained, I'll never know. Parking was a little of a pain, but found some meters about two blocks away. If you need quality and have an expense account, it's a sure bet.
(5)Traci S.
Wonderful brunch that included unlimited champagne and delicious food.. Some tasty stations included a raw bar with oysters, shrimp, clams, mussels, smoked fish, carving, omelette, & pasta stations. Chocolate fountain and beautiful hand crafted pastries. Prompt service a steal for the price.. Come hungry
(4)Aman S.
Bottomless Champagne brunch! What a great food selection on the brunch menu. Excellent customer service (A+++). I was super impressed by the entire staff and the selection/freshness of the food items. I will return here again for sunday funday beginnings.
(5)Jason L.
This is a really great spot if you're looking to have a "blow-out" brunch. I spent most of my time at the raw bar, scarfing down copious amounts of oysters and shrimp. They had a decent selection of cheeses too. The hot breakfast options were slightly lacking. I am not much of a sweets fan during the breakfast hour, so my options were somewhat limited. They will bring you a very tasty eggs benedict upon request. We opted for the champagne option which was an additional $10. They have even more expensive Moet or Dom that increase the price up to $159. Being neither a baller, shot caller or heir to a vast fortune, I stuck to the cheap-o bubbly. Still did the trick. Only bad part was being sat right next to the 3 piece jazz band. It was VERY loud. I was a little surprised that they were in such a central location and played at such a high volume.
(4)Margaret C.
Our family chose the Brown Palace/Ellyngton's for Thanksgiving brunch this year. Years ago my mom and I had been to the Ship Tavern for lunch a few times with, of all people, our family doctor, who liked to lunch there, but I had not been to Ellyngton's until Thanksgiving 2008. A restaurant reviewer I greatly respect recommended not going to the Brown Palace. I didn't have much of a choice, though, and ended up needing to go with what my brother wanted. The reviewer let me know that the Brown Palace is now affiliated with the Comfort Inn (the other building that is attached via walkbridge to the Brown is indeed a Comfort Inn) and that the restaurants at the Brown are affected by that affiliation. So maybe I'll list what I liked about our brunch at Ellyngton's, and then after that I'll list what I (and most of the family) did not like, ok? What I liked about our Thanksgiving Brunch @ Ellyngton's: 1. Being with the family. 2. Our marvelous waiter and his seamless teamwork with the other servers. 3. Our seating on the mezzanine rather than inside one of the smaller rooms. 4. Some of the food was decent. The custom-order omelet station was nice...friendly service, quality ingredients...decent omelet. I'm not a sucker for those chocolate fountains but the strawberries drenched in waterfall chocolate were yummy. Crab legs...aok. Pumpkin gnocchi...creative. 5. The waiter's rundown of the history of the BP was so cool! Lots of stuff I didn't know, especially about the underground passages from the Prohibition Era! 6. Classic old school holiday decorations. 7. Unlimited OJ, Coffee, and sparkling juice in nice champagne glasses. World class service...but I already mentioned that. The not-so-likable aspects: 1. The price per person was ~$55 which was ~$20 more than most other comparable places in town. A bit too pricey. 2. Rudeness of most servers in the buffet room. Acted like they didn't want to be there. The table service, omelet station, and dessert making guy were all very wonderful. Everyone else was rather curt and rude. 3. Although the musicians were all talented and good, jazzy ensembles....it was discordant to have one ensemble in the buffet room and another in the lobby. 'Twould have been so much better to have one ensemble, in one place or the other, and wire the music into everywhere else via sound system. Music was too loud and discordant...jazzy music is so much more amenable to the soul when played softly. Just my humble opinion, of course. And yes, I did tip the musicians...and everyone else too! So that about wraps it up for now. ~Harmony
(4)Annie B.
My boyfriend surprised me with brunch here! We haven't been here in five years and had always talked about going back. It was just how I remembered it, only this time there were oysters and the eggs benedict came with truffles! The smorgasbord of smoked salmon, mussels, crab legs, omelets, waffles, bacon, sausage, hash browns, sushi, cheese, fresh squeezed orange juice and champagne was enough to make me go into a food coma. For those of you that have never been, Ellyngton's does a Sunday brunch buffet filled with so many wonderful foods and it is all you can eat with all you can drink fresh squeezed orange juice and champagne. Oooooooh it's wonderful! The service was fantastic, the atmosphere was high class and we had a wonderful time! I can't wait until we get to go back again!
(5)Proteus D.
Staying at the hotel so came down this morning for breakfast at Ellyngton's. It's a pretty classy joint. I had the All American with Chorizo. It was amazing. Perfectly delivered. My wife had the continental which was OK, but the croissants were not cooked through and kind of doughy on the inside. All in all a great breakfast made even better by the $32 Marriott Gold Card discount :-) what's with the Gross wallpaper though?
(4)Brittany V.
All in all, I had a nice time here for brunch. As a vegetarian, a lot of items were not an option for me. If you're a meat eater with a wide range of tastes, you could really have quite a meal. The atmosphere is comfortable and leisurely, and the live music is a nice touch. With my tastes, I think the price is too much, but if you think you'd attack the seafood and meats, this would be worth the money.
(4)J B.
Came for Sunday brunch and had a wonderful time. Enjoyed an omelet prepared while I waited. The variety was amazing, including waffles with raspberry sauce, pecans and powdered sugar, blueberry and cheese blitzes, homemade pastries, and the list goes on and on. For the ultimate decadence, make sure to attend Easter brunch. The choices are dazzling and impeccably prepared. Dreaming of their champagne jello and ice sculptures! The waitstaff is top notch. Napkins get refolded when you leave the table, coffee cups are always filled quickly, and they remember you after just a visit or 2. You can tell many customers are regulars and they are warmly greeted.
(5)JC C.
Champagne Brunch: Ok - Bullet point break-down: Ambience 4 stars - A bit out dated but still very elegant in such a historic place. Entertainment 5 stars - The jazz band is awesome!! Food Selection 5 stars - holy moly, there is everything here! Food Quality 2 to 3 stars - Everything was decent, nothing was outstanding. Another Yelper compared the quality to cruise ship food. That is spot on. Service 3 stars - our server was alright. Price to what-you-get ratio 3 stars - Very expensive $$$$ - that is 4 dollar signs - for not the most amazing food, but because there is SO MUCH available and the ambience is lovely it deserves a solid 3 A-OK stars. Recommend that you go? If you can afford to blow $70 per person, go once. You'll enjoy the experience.
(3)Sandi L.
The breakfast buffet was awesome with made-to-order omelets and Benedicts. Kids under 5 eat free! The pastries are made fresh daily on site and the coffee is organic. If you get there early on Mother's Day, there's room to breathe. The service was great and the atmosphere was rich with history. Make sure you get a reservation in advance, though.
(4)Will B.
I had the "Champagne Brunch." Paid my money and they were SO STINGY with the Champagne. After the first glass they gave me a half glass refill. Then the waiter was very difficult for getting anymore. I'm not looking for something for nothing. They advertised, I purchased and they created a really unfortunate experience. If you're looking for a nice weekend brunch... look elsewhere.
(1)Cheryl K.
This review is for the (non-holiday) Sunday Brunch Buffet. Reminiscent of a small but high end vegas buffet. Lamb roast, corned beef & cabbage, fried cod, cold shrimp, mussels, oysters, scary looking sushi, salads, cold meats and cheese. An omelete station, or you could ask for Eggs Benedict on gluten free bread (no gluten full bread offered) Bananas Foster cooked to order, a chocolate fountain. With the exception of the sushi everything looked fresh and what I tasted was good. But nothing was outstanding. The coffee was the best thing...Allegro, very good. Also got water and OJ. We didnot add bubbly but could have for $10-$20 more p/p. Without bubbles, $54 per adult. Service was great, and valet ticket was compd. And the live band was a pleasant touch. I might return with my out of town parents, otherwise I probably will try a different brunch buffet next time.
(3)Tres B.
One of the best brunches have ever had. Housed in the historic and gracious Brown Palace hotel, I find the busy wallpaper garish and the rest of the room a bit dated but that is the whole of any negative critique. The service is fantastic napkins re- folded at every departure from the table , coffee , water and juice re-filled at evey sip. While all th other waiters have an over view - I.e., banans foster and omelettes cooked to order - our waiter was a bit disinterested. He was young and not keen on the highest level of service. But the supporting staff was spectacular. But oh the food! Jumbo shrimp sushi , an array of amazing cheeses , gnocchi in sage garlic and butter pork loin, carved prime rein, bacon hashies and on and on all of the highest quality and distinction. Fresh orange juice. The sweet bar is A++., with creme brûlée the aforementioned Banana's Foster with premises made ice cream, a an array of little darling mini bakery items I loved the chocolate/ Bailey's drink you can add to your coffee. And all this accompanied by a jazz trio playing standards from Gershwin, etc... Four persons with tip cost $260. With no drinks. Worth every penny.
(5)D B.
Eggs Benny was great. good service. Two eggs breakfast was a little small. Go for the specials.
(4)jane s.
Great service and super fancy atmosphere, but definitely overpriced. For lunch I paid 16 bucks for a salad that would have cost half that price anywhere else. It was good but...come on. I was still pretty hungry afterwards so I raided the bread basket which had some good selections in it, like buttery rolls and crispy fennel cheddar crackers. You're obviously paying for the ritzy room decor and the fancy doormen at every corner of the building, which I admit has some old world charm.
(4)Tif D.
Where culinary students come to practice before doing internship on a cruise line. The Brown is a beautiful, historic and iconic landmark that should have 5-star dining. But, afternoon tea is just about the only real 5-star refreshment they pull-off. Sure they got ice carvings, a seafood bar, and a replete gluttonous smorgasbord, but nothing knocks my socks off. They are going through the motions for the most part; I'd say the same thing for the service. If you are having in-laws from out-of-town for Mother's Day, this is a great place, older people love overpaying for above-average buffets
(3)Ernie S.
Strictly 5 stars. Really, I have been here twice for family celebrations, and the Brunch rivals the best anywhere, including The Broadmore! The setting is superb and the food is, as you can imagine, perfect. It is costly.....and that may be a turn off for some. However it is 5 stars....
(5)Maureen M.
Ellyngton's for brunch was a pleasant surprise. First suprise was how good the coffee was. Not that watery brown stuff - real, black coffee. For the coffee alone I would eat brunch here. The food was standard, well prepared brunch food - no organic or nitrate-free items. Service was very good. The room dining room is old fashioned elegant and quiet, which I REALLY appreciate as it is exhausting to have to shout through meals at most other restaurants. Rather shocking to me was the attire of some of the other diners. Do I really need to see oozing chest and rear end cleavages, baseball hats, and stupid-saying-T-shirts in a dining space known for elegance? Is nobody teaching men to take off their hats when dining? Do people forget they're in public and not still in their beds?
(3)masha z.
My boyfriend and I got breakfast which was ok. Nothing special. The service was very quick and on point. I guess the better days to come are on the weekends for brunch and not a Tuesday morning.
(3)DiAnn S.
Great Sunday Brunch. Something worth your time when you want to celebrate something special!! Great combination of great food, great service and elegance. One of the best brunches out there.
(5)Bill W.
Yes. It IS expensive. Expect to spend more than $100.00 per couple, more if you order champagne (Dom Peringon is on the menu). It might bust your budget, but for a special occasion, you can't do better than the Brown. Classic elegance, epic history, and impeccable service are just the start. The food is fabulous. In addition to the typical brunch stuff, you get a sushi bar, an amazing dessert array, and jumbo shrimp. I am a brunch fan, and this one is the best around. The biggest variety and the highest quality. You should try it at least once. It might bust your budget, but it's definitely the best brunch you'll find.
(5)Carlos M.
So we ate breakie here while staying at the brown palace. Menu was disappointing for the price. I ordered an omelette with onions, peppers and green chiles. It arrived a couple of minutes after my wife's meal which I thought was weird and then I cut into my omelette. I was surprised to see it filled with ham chunks and cheddar (I'd ordered Swiss!). The waitress took it assuring me she had just picked up the wrong plate but she didn't reappear for another 7 minutes so in sure it was recoiled. Of course because it came on a cold plate it was tepid when served (tepid eggs? Yuck!). I asked her to have it removed from the bill (why did I have to ask?!?). Plans to top it all off I spent the morning throwing up so they poisoned me too!! Omelette was cold, thick, veggies were not cooked in... It was a bad omelette and a bad experience!
(1)Austen H.
We had the breakfast buffet that was included in our stay. I honestly cannot tell you if I've ever had better orange juice. The wait staff was prompt and got us water and OJ before we'd even looked at our menu. The buffet had a omelet station, they had pastries made in house, pancakes, waffles, bacon, sausage, fruit, blintz, and you could have them make you a eggs Benedict all for only $20! It was a total steal and a great way to end our stay. I would highly recommend eating here!
(5)Rich H.
If the reviews saying this is Denver's best brunch, I feel sorry for Denver. Ellyngton's brunch betrays Brown Palace's noble place in Denver life. The Good: -- Ellyngton's has an elegant but relaxed atmosphere and attentive service. Live jazz at brunch adds a festive mood. -- Carved lamb and corned beef were tasty. Bottomless Mumms champaigne was tasty and it kept coming. The Bad: -- The seafood buffet was mediocre at best. Smoked fish was dry and clams were overcooked. The poor sushi was dry and looked ancient. Salads were average. Breakfast items in warmers looked tired. The Ugly: -- Our server proudly advised us to watch for a new tray of shucked oysters. When they arrived we took some even though they looked past their prime. Two were absolutely disgusting, tasting of foul decay. I couldn't swallow either one and this experience diminished the otherwise pleasant mood at our table. Overall: The price/quality ratio at Ellyington's is unacceptable. The atmosphere was nice but I rate places on food. Using this criteria, the $75pp disappointment was outrageous. The hotel is worth a visit but stick to the lobby bar and have a drink while enjoying music there. Then go somewhere else -anywhere else- to eat.
(1)CL S.
I love the Brown Palace's elegance. Visiting the Brown Palace always makes me feel like I'm stepping back into time. From my past experiences at the Brown Palace, I suspected that the brunch would be outstanding, and it was! This is the best brunch that I have had in Denver! I could go on and on about how delicious the food was, so here are some highlights. Make sure to try the prime rib--I am now on a quest to recreate that prime rib! The made-to-order omelets are fluffy, and you can mix in whatever you would like. I'm not a bacon fan, but after my brother-in-law raved about the bacon, I had to see what the fuss was about, and it was very good bacon. The sausage was perfectly seasoned. The seafood was a treat--go for the oysters, as they taste like they were just picked up from the sea! The seafood salad was also very good. In terms of sweet, the pancakes and waffles were delish and not too heavy. The blintzes were yummy with the fresh fruit. Now, onto dessert, the banana foster, served with house made ice cream, is a true treat. The hot chocolate was also very good, and there are so many other cakes, puddings, etc. to enjoy. In terms of service, the entire team at the Brown Palace provided top notch service. Our server was very good about making sure our glasses were full of Moet the entire time. :) Anytime someone got up, the napkins were refolded. Servers constantly checked our water glasses and coffee and tea mugs. During the brunch, a live band played, and they were fantastic and really helped make it a fun atmosphere. While it is more expensive than most brunches in Denver, you get what you pay for--it's an awesome experience with great food and bottomless champagne. :)
(5)Frank C.
Here for the Mother's Day Brunch. Kind of got started off on the wrong foot. We were seated. It took a lot longer than expected for our waiter to arrive. When he did arrive I brought it up about the delay. He at first thought about giving me the "stink eye"; but he backed off. From that point forward the service was oustanding. The food was some of the best. Couldn't have asked for anything better. The price is on the high side but if you want to be pampered while you dine on some of the best, it will cost you. If the waiter wouldn't have dragged his feet in the beginning I would have given this experience five stars.
(4)Bill F.
My sister in Law visited us with a 6 hour stop over at Denver International Airport. My wife and I wanted to treat her to a special meal since it was about 10 years since she last came to Denver. It's about a 25 minute drive to downtown Denver where Ellyngton's is located in the Brown Palace (A historic hotel in Denver over 100 years old). The Valet parking is free if you have brunch there. Earlier that morning we made a 1pm reservation and was promptly seated when we arrived. This review is written about 3 weeks after visiting Ellyngton's, so some recollections are a bit off. Ellyngton brunch with Champagne, white table cloth service, what a treat, our table was right in front of the brunch display table, It's very well designed, all the food looked fresh on it, and they continuously refreshed the items right up until brunch stops at 2pm. Of course you can stay later. I did see one couple seated at 1:45pm and everything was still fresh and tempting; no one made them or us feel rushed. If you want Eggs Benedict, that is made to order. We all started with that, and the hollandaise sauce; very tasty with a good lemon flavor. Excellent selection of clams, oysters, and mussels(can't remember if they were P.E.Is). The smoked salmon was fresh, moist, and flavorful. Sushi was good and decoratively displayed on a Japanese bridge and tray design. Of course there is an egg and omelet station for you to have eggs made to order. I didn't get to try the egg station. Your meat station: Roast beef (baron of..) and pork tenderloin slices, A pasta station, continuously cooked fresh pasta. I think it was penne pasta. I went back twice to the above two stations, love my roast beef rare with a choice of horseradish or au jus. I'm also a pasta lover. Bread, cheese and fruit station, and a small Charcuterie meat offering, if I remember correctly. The separate dessert station was outstanding, it's a good thing we didn't start there first. One of my favorites was their Chocolate drink which is kept in a warmer, it's served in a small shot glass. Yes just a hint of alcohol, but you're not going to get drunk. I would go back just for that. My wife, my sister in law and I thought it was a wonderful way to complete our Brunch. My only regret is I can't eat like I was in my 20s. There were so many offerings, it was just impossible to sample everything. It was very special atmosphere to enjoy brunch with a trio of musicians softly singing and playing in the background. Definitely a special place for those special occasions.
(4)Sage H.
What has happened to Ellyington's? I had lunch there today. The first clue that things were on the decline should have been the crickets chirping on a Friday during the National Western. In any case, off we go: hostesses and servers with zero affect and defeated demeanors, a confused drink order, dried mustard on a bread plate, a dirty water glass, the dirty underside of the bread basket, two foul-tasting salads, a first highball with cocktail straws and a second sans, a forgotten coffee order, and, finally, humorless valets who hit me with a $20 fee for a 90-minute lunch. The second star reflects the speed of the valets, the cadence of the service (however inattentive to detail), and my enduring affection for the Brown.
(2)Scott D.
Had the Sunday brunch. Awesome experience and delicious food. The only negative is that the tight-quartered entryway makes for a cramped queue, and they will not seat you prior to your reservation time. The meal was delicious, great seafood atmosphere was good, no view or anything but reminds you of European castle decor. The service was attentive and kept the coffee and juice flowing, they did forget to give me a fork, when they took the dirty one, so just had to take one from an empty table. So that left a place setting without a fork.
(4)Kristen W.
I love Brunch, I love the Brown Palace and I have to say that the two together is heavenly! My absolute favorite way to spend a special Sunday is to indulge in the unbelievable Sunday brunch spread at Ellyngton's!!! This is an extravagance to strongly consider if you have time to enjoy the live music, ice sculptures, tables with carved roast beef, smoked salmon, crab legs, shrimp, oysters on the half shell, carved ham, eggs benedict to order, freshly carved fruit, tempting pastries, chocolate fountains and so much more on any given Sunday.:-)
(5)HR T.
I called to ask about their ability to accommodate food allergies. I was told by Jerry, that their kitchen is not allergen free and and so they would not really be able to accommodate us. I told him that most restaurants are able to accommodate food allergies by using clean and separate prep & cooking areas, and I was surprised that a restaurant of their caliber couldn't do that. He told me he was just "telling me how it is".
(1)Ran T.
Brunch has never been this scrumptious. :) I love the buffet style, the bottomless champagne, and the service is better than most restaurants in town. My favorites things about the brunch are the huge shrimps, fresh oysters, chocolate fountain (as well as the whole dessert section), and the cheese. Things I didn't like so much was the overcooked omelets (maybe I am used to the Jacques Pepin's style omelet where the egg is not completely set and the omelet is fluffy and tender) and pancakes (come on, it's a classic American dish). But then again, if I want pancakes and omelets, I can make them at home, and do not have to pay $59.99+tax. If you want to eat fresh oyster, drink champagne, and indulge on petits fours before noon, splurge and treat yourself or loved ones, this is the right place to do so. Bring your clients, your wives, your lovers to Ellyngton's, they will be blown away.
(5)Melissa T.
This is the gold standard for Sunday brunch. Incredible food, ambience, service, and drinks. Ice sculptures and live music? Sushi and eggs benedict to order? This is a super special occasion brunch, good for a birthday or if you really want to treat your mom, something like that. I love the Brown Palace and how everything about it is unapologetically fancy. Service is five star all the way. I could not love this place any more.
(5)Monica L.
Christmas brunch was good, not spectacular. The best thing about it was the unlimited chilled king crab legs. There were other good things as well. The worst thing was the inadequate selection of side dishes to go with the excellent selection of meats. No stuffing to go with turkey on Christmas Day, what's with that? And there were other things missing as well. The service was a little less than adequate. For $54.95 per person, would I go back? No.
(3)Too Risk Y.
Took my mom there for lunch while she was in town visiting from IL. She had the cobb salad and I had the Caprese, both very good. The service was excellent, Ed was so friendly and professional. We truly felt like "ladies who lunch." The atmosphere is fancy and almost gaudy but thats the historical Brown Palace and its perfectly lovely and exactly what you expect. In a world full of pretentious shabby/chic "one name" restaurants with long lines and food we cannot pronounce, the Brown Palace does 5 star classic, effortlessly and authentically. Excellent experience!
(5)Jeremy K.
Their "Portobello Eggs Florentine" was listed as a top 100 must eat in the city, so I gave it a go: Rating: 7 (out of 10) Price: $14 The Skinny: The "charm" of the Brown Palace is lost on me. Their tan and brown colors may pass for old world elegance with some, but to me, it all seems drab and dated. I prefer to think of the Brown Palace as the place that the Beatles stayed prior to playing at Red Rocks. As the story goes, there was a flood of housekeeper job applications by young girls, and money was offered for the sheets they slept in and the dishes they ate on. I regret to say, I got no offers for my dish once I was done. If I had, I would have handed over a completely clean plate - the food was delicious. If you think about the ingredients: (egg, spinach, tomato, mushroom) all of these are soft in consistency, but Ellyngtons does a nice job of incorporating some bacon for flavor and texture. It's chewy and crispy, and adds a great salt balance to the creaminess of the eggs and hollandaise sauce. Speaking of balance, they put a nice ruby-red strawberry on the side of the plate, which I thought was probably there to add color and make the dish look "breakfasty". I was wrong. The acid was very refreshing and cut through all of the cream and fat in the dish. Very nice note to finish the plate on. One last thing. They gave a palate cleanser for breakfast. For breakfast! How cool is that! It was a watermelon lemonade shot. And how did it taste, you might be asking? I couldn't really tell you since I just swallowed a gulp of my screaming hot coffee moments before it arrived. The lingering coffee just murdered the soft and delicate flavors of the drink. Oh well, it looked as though it might have been nice. I've got a picture of it up on the blog in my profile jko
(4)Samantha M.
This brunch (Dom Perignon Sunday Brunch) is fabulous - the best I have ever had anywhere! basically anything you could want they have, and more! all in small sizes too so that you can make it through breakfast, lunhc and dessert courses! regular bfast is also great, good choices, but pricey - a place parents should take you. And so my parents came back out again to visit - so we once again made this a brunch destination on Sunday. To start off I went to the omelet station - where they have many ingredients and eggwhites, and small pans so the omelet is not too big. i got an eggwhite omelet with crab, onions, peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, scallions, and swiss and feta cheese - the crab was a nice touch. For my breakfast I also picked up a cheese blintz with a berry sauce, and added some whipped cream, powdered sugar, toasted coconut and peceans - it was good, but the cheese wasn't as tasty as i hoped. i also got some fruit - both pineapple, cantaloupe, honeydew, and bunch of berries. had some nice hot coffee and very good orange juice - (it's odowalla). for my next course i moved onto the cheeses - the only downside is that they do not list what the cheeses are, so when picking them i had no idea what i was trying. the best one that i had was a blueberry one, that might have also been goat cheese, but im not really sure. my next course invovled all th things at the salad bar - so I got smoked salmon (sadly no spread for it), salmon, some other smoked white fish, a shrimp w/cocktail sauce, sashimi (OK), they had a little antipasta trio with pesto tomatoes, mozzarella, artichokes and red peppers which was absolutely amazing, I took some apple salad with grapes and pecans, but sadly it had caramel on it which i was not a fan of. So all of that was pretty decent. Then I moved onto the hot station and tired the veggies (greenbeans, peppers and zucchini) but they were a little buttery for me, and I got the pasta which was bowtie with spinach, tomatoes, and some great cheese in an olive oil sauce, that was way better than I expected. I did not try the meat, but my parents really enjoyed it and especially the mashed potatoes. there was also a trout that was pretty good. Finally I entered dessert - my ultimate weakeness, and initially i was very sad there were not more chocolate desserts. however, in the end it worked out well, there was a lot to choose from. so i got this AMAZING choc sauce stuff - basically like the inside of a choc lava cake - but no outside cake part - really just amazing and so tasty! I also got this great mini choc mousse filled choc cone, tired a choc mango treat and coffee one but they werent great and a hazelnut choc cake, similar to a pecan pie but with hazelnuts - that i put the choc lava filling on and it just took it to another level. They also brought out eclairs which they really should've had more of because I love them, and went back for seconds for everything. some other desserts included bananas foster, truffles, bread pudding, cheesecake, choc raspberry cake and a choc fountain, along with a few other thigns. since I paced myself well i didnt leave feeling overly stuffed, andi was able to try and enjoy everything i did. again, a great brunch to treat yourself to for $46/pp, but it's totally worth it. we got in at 11:30 and didnt leave till about 1:45 due to the pace of eating from my parents. beautiful room with live music - a truly special and ejoyable place to go!
(5)Desiree P.
Ellyngton's is very good. Not as good as Palace Arms, but, still good. We like to go there for their Dom Brunch (although we don't drink..so just the brunch essentially). The first time we went here, we were amazed...total 5 star. The second time, there was a man there who was so belligerent, it ruined our brunch. We almost got into a physical altercation with this man. I know the champagne is unlimited when you decide which champagne brunch you want to choose, but, at the same time, it would be logical and/or professional to remove someone who is clearly belligerent. Anyway, the food is still very good, it's unfortunate that the last time we went (which happened to be my husbands' birthday), we ended up losing our appetite because of some fool.
(3)brewgirl b.
Fantastic breakfast and service. We ate breakfast here 3 times, and each time was really top notch. Food portions are huge, so you really can share. Good bloody mary that was nice and spicy. The oj was freshly squeezed and sweet. They make their own fruit yogurt that was very tasty. One day I had the steel cut oatmeal, which was very good. It still had some "crunch" to it (think caviar crunch). The bagel and lox were good, although the lox still had some of the darker, fishy part of the fish still attached. I dont like that. The crab benedict was really good, but it's very rich and you really need to share. The fruite plate is also huge and shareable. Yum!
(4)Robert B.
I live near San Francisco, and have gone to Ellyngtons at the Brown Place for Sunday Brunch once before. This is a wonderful brunch. Plenty of food, and a great variety. Also have live music, and the deserts are to die for. The waiters are very good. Every time to go back for more, you old plate has been replaced and your napkin folded.
(5)J C.
Thirty dollars for breakfast? Let me repeat... thirty dollars for breakfast? Okay, I mean, the food DID taste good, and they actually have breakfast specials, which I don't think I've ever seen before. And honestly, the omelette with leeks, crab, and cream cheese was delicious. But thirty bucks? Come on. I had the misfortune to be staying in the Brown Palace for a business trip (which I'll be reviewing shortly), and Ellyngton's is the hotel's main restaurant, so I had to try it at least once. The verdict: If you want to treat yourself, the food's actually quite good. But if you're on business or just looking for a quick meal, give this one a pass... there are other, better restaurants at the same price in the area.
(2)John F.
Well, I've know about the Brown Palace since I moved to Denver 10 years ago. Had the opportunity to go for Bunch today with my mother, my partner and an out of town friend. Beautiful surroundings. A very cool place. Brunch was adequate, reasonable selections of seafood, breakfast items and a carving station. The carving stating had under-cooked meat that was very fatty. The breakfast table had pre-cooked waffles and pancakes and the sausage and the bacon was actually cold. The banana Foster was very good, the rest of the desert table was lacking. The biggest issue was the music. A live three piece group, the pianist sang - would have been a good evening show but it was so loud you couldn't hold a conversation. Even after asking the manager to tone it down or send them on a break for a bit, nothing changed. Service was slow and spotty, it took forever to get a check. The manager took 25% off since we had complained about the noise level, and still for the 4 of us it was $200 with the tip. Very pricey, I thought, for what you got. Other than the ambiance, Pete's Kitchen has them beat. Though an "upscale" place, there were an abundance of Colorado Casual (shorts, tee's and ball caps) as well as suites, ties and nice dresses. I think I'd spring for the High Tea in the lobby next time I need to impress out of towners , not brunch again.
(2)Erik K.
My wife and I went on a Sunday morning before they started their famous champagne brunch, so it was more or less dead in there, and because of that I thought our server might be more attentive, and he was until other people started showing up--we had to wait a while to get our check. The food was, well, breakfast. It was about what you'd expect. Eggs, toast, etc. I did appreciate the freshly prepared sausage patties. I guess if you opt for the buffet or the brunch, you may have better results. But at the end of it all we were happy with our meal and our experience, but for the price you can do better.
(3)Jessica D.
This brunch is a cut above all others, and priced accordingly. With the spread of seafood and desserts, who needs the carving station and the baked goods?? The mini creme brulees they had were the best thing the day I was there-- I want that recipe. Only one weird thing happened. My husband and I both got up to go to the restroom at the same time, and when we returned soon after, our table had been completely cleared! I guess it is possible for service to be too good . . . .
(5)Megan W.
Ok. I understand that $45 is A LOT to spend on Sunday brunch. I tend to prefer the kind that is about $30 less, but hey. My mom and sister were coming into the city to check out the art museum, so a special occasion wins out. The food was fantastic. The service superb. And even when I called to make reservations, the staff was knowledgeable and down right friendly. They had some of the tasteyest hash browns I have ever had but they only get 4 stars because their eggs weren't quite Dale's. And the OJ is bottomless. Mmmm. Bottomless.
(4)Sandi D.
I'm not one for buffets. I think you should be served your food when dining at a restaurant-- I always thought there should be a discount for me getting up time after time to get my own food. I do however make an exception to this policy for Sunday Brunch; especially when there's champagne involved--- So about this time last year, my champagne loving friends decided to help me celebrate my birthday in style. They gave me a choice between the Broadmoore and Brown Palace, and choose the BP-- not because it has a better brunch, in fact The Terrace at the Broadmoore is about 100 times better, believe it or not. I fast forwarded to the drive home, with much bubbly in us, and decided closer was better. It was a wise choice. So brunch was fab. Patrons consisted on ladies who lunch, ladies who like little hats, and a few couples -- blue hairs who didn't kill off the spouse. We were the youngest thing there, and we're 40 somethings !!! My friends and I are not huge eaters, so I can't say that it's a good value -- for us. If you can pack away the food, then scarf away on all the smoked fish, eggs to order, along with everything you can imagine eating for breakfast, lunch, and desert. Table after table of food. Very Roman Over Indulgent. So why 4 stars ??? Few places can give quantity with quality and the BP accomplishes this--- and the bubbly option. You can have Good, Better, or Best ( Dom ) for an upcharge. Crazy expensive, but I will certainly remember the fun we had for many years to come.
(4)Tina F.
Best splurge brunch! Sure, it costs $50 a person, but it's worth it. The brunch is a cornucopia of everything from sushi to waffles to creme brulee.
(5)Teri S.
Staying at the "sister" hotel, Comfort Inn. The free breakfasts didn't offer much I could eat so I tried Ellyngton's for breakfast. Worth every penny! Great service, delicious coffee ( and I am a true coffee snob) and they had food I could actually eat ( as opposed to cold scrambled eggs at the CI). I had the granola parfait with low fat yogurt ( I prefer vanilla to plain but, oh well) and VERY fresh fruit and 1/2 a grapefruit. The coffee alone was with going in. I was NOT dressed up (black jeans, t-shirt and nice jacket as I was headed out to hike Red Rocks) and no one objected. Service was excellent. I liked it so much I am going back tomorrow.
(4)Shiho F.
I feasted on a Lobster BLT today with a side of homemade potato chips. The lobster was a bit overdone for my liking but nonetheless pretty darn scrumptious especially with the Hollandaise-like sauce drizzled over it. I think I yelped when I saw the dessert tray and when the words creme brulee cheesecake slipped out of our European waitresses mouth. She was hot.
(4)Cloud W.
If you ever get invited to Sunday Brunch at Ellyngton's don't say no. It's tasty and you get a lot of choices (it's a buffet after all). The sushi isn't so great but if you stick with the traditional brunch specialties you should be OK. The service is usually good and if someone else is paying why would you refuse? Enjoy!
(4)Chris T.
Excellent anniversary brunch. Drinks: wife enjoyed bottleless mimosas, also comes with orange juice and water. We didn't try any of the champagne that was offered. Food: Breakfast: everything you could imagine was offered, made to order eggs and omelets were excellent, also eggs benedict were available from the kitchen. Cold: regular and caesar salads, shrimp, oysters, mussels, sushi and a variety of meats/fish/cheeses Hot: when we went there was leg of lamb, prime rib, fish, and pork shoulder with veggies Desert: The HIGHLIGHT. Very informative chefs staffed this table and there were about 25 different things to try. Cost: 47 bucks for me, 57 with mimosas. Not sure about the champagne tiers. Dress: pretty dressed up. Lots of suits, blazers, dresses, etc. Only saw one guy in a hat and shorts with sandals. Kinda nice for once. Overall great service with Joey (waiter) and Jesus (drink guy) and outstanding food.
(5)Rob W.
I visited Ellyngton's while in town and went to the Sunday Jazz / Champagne brunch. It was my 3rd visit to this brunch and all I could think was that I hope this visit is as good as the previous two. It was - maybe even better! The seafood selection they offer for appetizers is second to none. I also had the best cut of prime rib that I've had in more than 30 years. Just a little bit of fat and full flavored - fantastic. And then there were risotto cakes... ahhhhh the risotto cakes. I could have gone back over and over but didn't want to leave so full that I was uncomfortable. Plus, I wanted to save some room for dessert - a wonderful dessert bar caps off an absolutely delicious brunch. Service was extremely attentive - I never was "out" of anything. It's not cheap - $50 plus gratuity. But it is the best Sunday breakfast brunch I've ever enjoyed. If you want to treat yourself to great food, a nice ambience and an overall satisfying experience - make a reservation for Ellyngton's Sunday Brunch.
(5)S D.
Elegant and delicious Sunday brunch. Live music. High quality menu includes oysters, jumbo shrimp, sushi, carving station and the requisite omelette bar. Desserts are beautiful and creative. Must try the Grand Marnier hot chocolate. Kids loved the chocolate fountain with an array of dipping fruits and treats, including the hotel's famed macarons. Attentive, gracious service in a traditional atmosphere.
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