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Bastien's Restaurant
HOME OF THE SUGAR STEAK Family owned for 75 years we are in the fourth generation. we have won many awards like the best kept secret for 5280 magazine, best steak house by westword. We also boast that we made it to the national historic landmark for the googie syle architect. If you are in the mood for Sinatra, steak and retro cocktails, this is the place for you.
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45 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 45 reviews
5 stars
(16)
4 stars
(20)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(30)
- special occasion(24)
- romantic(15)
- fit for foodies(13)
- good for groups(9)
- notable wine list(4)
Bastien's Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Retro Night Out
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I have been told about this place for years and I finally had an occasion to go. This is a real steak house with real people. Meaning you actually get a meal here not just a steak and order everything else on the side. The food was wonderful, and service was fantastic. This is a real steak house with real people."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Give me some of that sugar.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The go to dish here is the specialty of the house - Sugar Steak - it is delicious! Need I say more. The sides are average but the steak is unique and worth the trip for you steak lovers. Atmosphere is 1950's original."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Perfect
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The staff was super friendly and the food top notch. I think the sugar steak was the best steak I've had in Denver and I have been too most of the steakhouses around. Dessert if fantastic too. Its a true Gem. The open table reservation system worked real well too. I will go back for sure."
Dined on 4/28/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
What can you say about an
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"What can you say about an independant steak house that has been in business at the same location for over 40 years? If it wasn't consistently good, it would not still be there.
And, for those of us who grew up in the 60's, it brings back fond memories."
And, for those of us who grew up in the 60's, it brings back fond memories."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
i love this historic local
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"i love this historic local steak place, feels like home and the food is special-just like your aunt would have made it"
Dined on 04/14/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 6 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Their signature Sugar Steak
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Their signature Sugar Steak is one of the best steaks I have ever had."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
TERRIBLE Customer Service
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I do NOT recommend this place! I have never been treated so poorly at a restaurant in my life. The staff was extremely rude and could care less about us.
We arrived at the restaurant and had a reservation. We waited 15 minutes before someone greeted us. We had several problems with the manager and our seating arrangements. Too much to go into detail!
I was really looking forward to eating at this place as I am a 4th generation native. I will NOT recommend this place to anyone!!! I hope this place shuts down soon and a new restaurant goes in with customer service!"
We arrived at the restaurant and had a reservation. We waited 15 minutes before someone greeted us. We had several problems with the manager and our seating arrangements. Too much to go into detail!
I was really looking forward to eating at this place as I am a 4th generation native. I will NOT recommend this place to anyone!!! I hope this place shuts down soon and a new restaurant goes in with customer service!"
Dined on 04/04/2013
2007
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Review 8 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bastiens has a charming, vintage
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Bastiens has a charming, vintage feel to it. The food was phenomenal, the service was excellent, and the cocktail selection was impressive and spot on. I would suggest this restaurant to anyone."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We have been dining here for 15 years. It is just wonderful!"
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This review is more for open
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This review is more for open table itself. Obviously made a reservation on 2/23. Got a confirmation and received this survey memo.
Bastiens did not have our reservation. They did not receive that it was birthday celebration and we almost did not get a table.
Bastiens did not have our reservation. They did not receive that it was birthday celebration and we almost did not get a table.
Not sure if I will use this site again. I should of been leery because it was way to easy to make a reservation. But really what good did it do!!!!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
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Review 12 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I thoroughly enjoyed the mussels
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I thoroughly enjoyed the mussels to start, followed by a perfect cut of prime rib. Bastien's remains my favorite neighborhood spot for an excellent steak and great service."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was awesome, our first
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was awesome, our first time. The server seemed less than thrilled that we had a living social coupon, in spite of the fact that we tipped accordingly. Y'all should print up a bill that includes the cost before the discount is taken so it is obvious what folks should tip.
Otherwise, great steak and cocktails. Cool ambiance."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Sugar Steak Dreamin'
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Bastien's was the perfect place to take my boyfriend for a romantic night. We were able to sit and have a nice conversation in this fun and "old school" restaurant. The food is always amazing and the staff is friendly! The experience was exactly what I was looking for. The Sugar Steak is my favorite dish and I had talked it up for weeks. It was perfect. My boyfriend said he had dreams about the sugar steak that night and can't wait for our next trip to Bastien's. I will be going back soon and am looking forward to another wonderful time."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bastiens was an undiscovered
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Bastiens was an undiscovered gem until a few years ago and has quickly become a family favorite. the food is consistant, delicious and the service is terriffic. No one rushes you, the servers are engaging and humorous. The atomosphere allows encourages a laid back casual elgance and it is dfintely a wonderful experience all around."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My steak was amazing! Cooked
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My steak was amazing! Cooked perfect and melted in my mouth. I'll be back for sure"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
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Review 17 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Joint That Time Forgot... Baby!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Okay, here's the deal with Bastien's -- it's a rare, outstanding example of an old-school, high-cholesterol, what's-good-for-General-Motors-is-good-for-America steakhouse. From the loopy, mid-century modern architecture to the grotto lighting to the thought-to-be-extinct drink menu, all the way through the meal which may feature something called a ... wait for it ... Sugar Steak, THIS is the Saturday-night staple that kept your grandparents going through the week, so shut up and learn something, Junior. You kids would call it "awesome," but what it truly is is "swell.""
Dined on 02/02/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Bastien's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Bastiens is our go-to favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love Bastien's. The atmosphere with twinkling lights and Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra playing in the background is relaxing and fun. Their sugar steaks are the best, and their soups and their salads are great. We especially like the infused butter with the bread. For dessert try a piece of pie served on a sizzling hot skillet with butter sauce and a scoop of ice cream. I gained 3 pounds just thinking about it!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Bastien's Restaurant
Based on the average of (27) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
3 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate