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Palettes at the Art Museum Reviews List

Palettes at the Art Museum

One of the nation’s first chef-driven museum restaurant concepts when it opened in 1997, Palettes Contemporary Cuisine at the Denver Art Museum is still one of the most striking, featuring original art and a sleek, modern design, with floor-to-ceiling views of the adjacent nationally-admired Hamilton building.

Boasting modern American cuisine with a global palette of fresh, flavorful and dynamic ingredients, Palettes serves weekday lunch, as well as dinner on Fridays, and a recently-added champagne weekend brunch. For unforgettable private events, Kevin Taylor Catering is also the exclusive caterer of the Denver Art Museum and its variety of remarkable spaces.
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195 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
(195 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 195 reviews
5 stars
(97)
4 stars
(75)
3 stars
(19)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
1.9 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • great for lunch(128)
  • fit for foodies(97)
  • special occasion(60)
  • great for brunch(49)
  • neighborhood gem(39)
  • good for groups(31)
Palettes at the Art Museum Reviews List
Review 1 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Quality

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Dined on 5/14/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always expect excellent food and interesting variety at Palettes. So convenient for museum visitors and used by locals as well"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 2 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/14/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The perfect spot for a special lunch in the area. Always consistent, and attentive service."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Meh.

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It was like going to Applebee's or a low-class wedding reception. Not one member of the staff seemed proud to work there. We waited at the host stand for 5 full minutes before anyone greeted us. They were good about accommodating my request for a window table and moving my reservation to a later time, but that had more to do with the fact that they had a ton of open covers."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 4 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was delicious and the service competent and non-intrusive. Lots of nice, fresh ingredients and the prices are quite reasonable. There was some screaming baby noise because it was Mother's Day, but what can you do? It was one of the few places the family has eaten recently where my 82-year-old father could hear well enough to be part of the conversation. Lovely setting. Unbeatable for a relaxing meal at a reasonable price."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 5 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

good food

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"the hollandaise was not up to par and the food this visit was good to just okay. we have always had really good lunches there so I don't know why it was different this time. but try again, as they really do a nice job usually."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

OK but not worth the price

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Bottomless Mimosas- mostly OJ
VERY tasty Gaspachio
Otherwise, the food and dessert was beautifully presented, but the taste didn't quite match the beauty of the presentation on any of it. We were somewhat disappointed for our anniversary brunch (which we had also mentioned on our Open Table reservation)- but no one there cared a hoot.
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Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We love Palettes! Instead of having lunch selections we went with brunch and the omelets were great! Nice assortment of fruit served with them...very nice server, as well."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Pleasant place to be!

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Large windows make for good people watching, but the food captures your most immediate attention. Most people were in deep conversations with special friends, while eating really tasty food. Our attentive, respectful waiter was unobtrusive, and provided quiet and efficient service."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch
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Review 9 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Birthday lunch get together.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Birthday lunch get together. Food was excellent. Service was special. Best part of a fun day at DAM."
Dined on 04/28/2013
 2007
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Convenient to museum

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My guest and I had a salmon salad which was very good. The service was excellent and I wuld certainly return."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2012
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 11 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It's always a treat to eat

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It's always a treat to eat at Paletts -- love the changing menu with many new items
to try -- then peruse the museum's great art. I Like the ambiance of the dining area,
especially a table near the window, along with the very attentive friendly service. We
look forward to this treat after our drive from Fort Collins. Very special afternoon.
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Dined on 04/24/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great lunch paired with the museum.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Loved the sweet potato soup. Crab cakes were just 'ok' but the flavor of the shrimp enchiladas was fantastic. Classic/traditional ambiance that goes perfect with a day at the museum."
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2005
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Review 13 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Not exciting... meal was truly

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Not exciting... meal was truly mediocre. Not sure we want to go back."
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2008
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Review 14 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We wanted "one of each" when

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We wanted "one of each" when we saw the menu. Service was wonderful, too, and a great way to start an afternoon at the DAM!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

PALETTES is always a great

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"PALETTES is always a great spot either before or after visiting the Art Museum. The food presentation looks like art work and is always tasty. The special menus varied and interesting."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had a very pleasant and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a very pleasant and enjoyable lunch. The Cubano sandwich needs work but otherwise everything was lovely,"
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Outstanding lunch...

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everything about our lunch was great. The four of us were served promptly, the food was as ordered and delicious, the wait staff was efficient and considerate...all in all we had a perfect lunch with friends. The menu offers a good selection of items and prices were reasonable for the downtown location. Located in the north building of the Denver Art Museum, it is a great way to begin or finish a visit. We will be back."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2007
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We stopped in for lunch while

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We stopped in for lunch while visiting the museum. Our salads were the best we ever had!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Brunch before visiting the Museum

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My friend and I came in right at opening for Sunday brunch before going to the DAM. We were their first table and so it was very quiet, yet they had some great music playing (Mumford and Sons and the Lumineers that I recall). It took a little while for the drinks to come out but after that the service was quick and attentive. I assume they were mixing up a batch of mimosas and getting the bar set up or something since we were the first table. Food was fantastic and we really enjoyed starting our day at the museum with brunch at Palattes!! I'll be back for sure, especially for lunch when they open the patio for the season. Great spot!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food tasted and looked

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food tasted and looked great. However it took for ever for us to get our food. I think something went wrong in the kitchen because I have never had this problem before. We all had the pre-fix meal (mostly the new mexican menu and it was great!!!) so I expected it to take a long time but we were in there almost 3 hours we almost didnt have time for the O'Keefe exhibit But all in all it was a good day. Good food and great exhibit."
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 21 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We cleaned out plates, and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We cleaned out plates, and we enjoyed being seated by the window for great people-watching. It's one of our favorite places for lunch after going to the Denver Art Museum."
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always a pleasure to dine

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always a pleasure to dine at Palettes--we love it!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch
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Review 23 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The restaurant is very nice

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The restaurant is very nice with great food and excellent service."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

You are the best!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We dine here often; love the food, the staff, and the ambiance. Denise is the perfect hostess and so kind."
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 25 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Palettes is a terrific spot

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Palettes is a terrific spot for at the Denver Art Museum. -- All of those things you mentioned that I checked.
I will always be proud to bring out of town guests there as an addition to my visits to the Museum. Rest,recoup, or just great eating.
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Dined on 04/06/2013
 2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 26 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A bright and pleasant experience...

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A bright and pleasant experience...we love Palettes!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything was fabulous from

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everything was fabulous from start to finish ! Ordered way too much food because we had to have at least a taste of the many signature dishes. Yum! Service, room, ambience were all stellar. Love this place!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

yet another great dining experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"yet another great dining experience at Palettes. from the host to the waitstaff to the servers the attention was perfect. the food was marvelous. will not hesitate to make another reservation."
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2013
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Review 29 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Overall, everything was fine,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Overall, everything was fine, but the restaurant's policy of not doing separate checks is annoying when there are multiple parties, which is usually most times we are there. We had an embarrassing situation after all of us tallied up what we thought we owed, and the server returned to tell us we were several dollars short! Most restaurants we dine at allow for separate checks. Palette's policy I believe compromises the other wise pleasant experience we had."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 30 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always has a very creative,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Always has a very creative, innovative menu. Good wine-by-the-glass selection. Wonderful for "people watching" on the walk outside. And of course, you can stroll the terrific art in the DAM before or after dining."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 31 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Came for brunch on Easter

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Came for brunch on Easter and the menu, though small, was fantastic. Had the crab cake benedict with the bottomless mimosas and it was worth every cent."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 32 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Our reservation gave us a

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our reservation gave us a window seat. Our server was attentive. The food was very good and we sat long over our lunch - almost closing the place."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 33 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A perfect ending to our visit

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A perfect ending to our visit to the Denver Art Museum. Everything was perfect."
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 34 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We frequently combine a visit

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We frequently combine a visit to the Denver Art Museum with a meal at Palettes. The food, ambiance, and service has consistently been excellent. Recently we have enjoyed the restaurant's themed menus with dishes inspired by special exhibits at the museum. Last Saturday, we were delayed in traffic. When we called to say we would be late, our table was kindly held for us. Palettes has become our favorite place to eat when we are in downtown Denver."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 35 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of my very favorite places

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"One of my very favorite places to lunch with friends."
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 36 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This restaurant is one of

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"This restaurant is one of the few constants in Denver. The food, service and abidance are superb. You can dine at your own pace in a very comfortable atmosphere. I will be back on a regular basis. The Sunday brunch is superb."
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 37 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Really enjoyed our lunch after

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Really enjoyed our lunch after the art museum. It felt like a special occasion because of the pleasant ambiance and quiet experience."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2011
Special Features: special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 38 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Had a great lunch with friends

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a great lunch with friends before heading over to the DAM to view the Georgia O'Keeffe exhibit. With the great windows we could watch the world walking by. The food was terrific; the service was a little spotty - wrong wine - not remembering who ordered what. Long times in between checking to see if there was anything we wanted.
This is a favorite place and will continue to be so - especially for lunch. Loved the special southwest menu in conjunction with the O'Keeffe exhibit although we didn't not order from it - too many other good choices."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 39 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Slow service today

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"As usual, the food at Palettes was very good, and they accommodated a gluten free request. However, on this visit it took 55 minutes to get our lunches served. It would not stop me from coming back and trying again, perhaps it as just a "one off"."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food, as ever, staff

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great food, as ever, staff very pleasant and helpful. Happy to make changes to the menu."
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 41 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Have been to Palettes several

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Have been to Palettes several times and have always been happy with the food, service and over all experience. This is one of my favorite restaurants. Love the themed menu items to match the current show, it is such an excellent idea and great fun."
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 42 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Palettes is always great--it's

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Palettes is always great--it's my number one choice for lunch."
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 43 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Palettes has a varied and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Palettes has a varied and interesting menu. Nice selections for vegetarians, too. I love the ambiance after a trip to the museum. We love going to Palettes after a trip to a special exhibit."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 44 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was my second visit to

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was my second visit to Palettes. My first visit was outstanding and my second was the same. I would go back there any time for many different occasions. We loved it.
The service was perfect ... way beyond outstanding. Our waitress deserves five (5) stars
The food was abundant and delicious.
Loved the huge windows and and all the activity you could see outside.
It really is a wonderful place ... the name itself makes you feel immediately includes you in the atmosphere of the Denver Art Museum.
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Dined on 03/10/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 45 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice evening spot for conversation,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Nice evening spot for conversation, not real noisy. Pleasant light level, big windows give nice view to street. I had the rock shrimp enchilada, which I enjoyed. My husband's lemon chicken was good but a bit dry/overcooked; veggies good. There were some interesting choices, which was fun."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2011
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Review 46 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This was one of many visits

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was one of many visits I have had to Palettes, and it never fails to be a treat! We always enjoy having lunch there when visiting the DAM. Our server was energetic and recommended some very nice dishes that we enjoyed. I had the shrimp enchiladas (upon his recommendation) and they were just right for a lovely lunch. One friend had the eggplant dish and the other had the Ahi tuna which they also enjoyed. It's always a relaxing hour or so in between our art fix at the Museum."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 47 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Both my salmon salad and bean

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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Both my salmon salad and bean soup seemed way too salty, but I still love Palettes. Such a classy place with original menu items. I love the ambiance of Palettes with the beautifully dressed hostess."
Dined on 03/07/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 48 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We definitely hope to dine

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We definitely hope to dine here again."
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 49 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Palettes Rocks!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This is the second time we have dined here. The food is inventive and presented very nicely. It also helps that it tastes wonderful! We will definitely return."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 50 for Palettes at the Art Museum
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Been there before, but this

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Been there before, but this time the service was incredibly slow. It turned a one-hour dinner into almost two and a half."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2006
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