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Honey Dusted Fried Chicken - Tupelo Honey - Denver, Denver, CO

Tupelo Honey - Denver

4.5
4.5
2978 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Southern

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for brunch
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Kid-friendly
Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. Steps from historic Denver Union Station, we craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Always scratch-made, always responsibly-soured, and always Southern.

Reservations are strongly recommended, and we will accommodate walk-ins where possible. All guests with pets must be sat outside. Our Patio is north-facing and weather dependent, please call the restaurant ahead of time to inquire whether the patio is open or not.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (720) 274-0650
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Denis Hynds
  • Catering
    We offer catering trays for many of our items. For more information, please reach out to the restaurant directly or contact our event planner at events.west@tupelohoneycafe.com
  • Private party facilities
    We offer semi-private, partial buyouts and full restaurant buyouts for groups larger than 12 people. If you are interested in booking a larger party with us, please reach out to our event planner at events.west@tupelohoneycafe.com
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Cross street
    17th & Wewatta Street
  • Parking details
    Simply mention that you are dining with us for a $10 valet at the Kimpton Born Hotel! Access via Northbound Wewatta, turn right into the valet area. Then walk north for about 30 second towards 17th. We look forward to hosting you!
  • Public transit
    Union Station (all lines)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Black Friday Brunch

    Nov 29, 2024 only
    Join us beginning at 9AM on Black Friday for a chef-inspired Southern brunch! We will be open all day, with our full brunch menu available until 3PM. Come indulge in favorites like Classic Chicken & Waffles, Tupelo Shrimp & Grits, and a "Queen" Bloody Mary!
    Black Friday Brunch Photo

Offers

  • Hoot & Holler Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Enjoy some of our best-selling dishes for less! Featuring select $12.99 entrees, $7 appetizers and $3.50 kids' meals. PLUS, indulge in drink specials like $5 cocktails and $7 glasses of wine! Available every weekday between 3-5:30PM (drink specials until 6PM).

    Hoot & Holler Happy Hour Photo

What 2,978 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver

    Kid-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tupelo Honey in Denver offers an inviting atmosphere with a unique Southern flair. Diners rave about their "best chicken ever" and "amazing service." The shrimp and grits and biscuits are particularly popular. While some service hiccups were noted, the overall experience is consistently praised for its delicious cuisine and friendly staff.

2,978 Reviews
  1. Emily

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had higher hopes for this place. The service and ambiance were fine. The drinks were nicely crafted. Unfortunately, the food was not good. The fish dishes were overcooked and inedible. Sides were either over salted or bland. Grain bowl also inedible. The surf and turf, and chicken were ok. Maybe it was an off night for the kitchen.
    Tupelo Honey - DenverResponded today
    Hi Emily, I am sorry to hear about your recent visit. We pride ourselves on great food and service. I apologize about our error. If willing, and as a token of our gratitude for your feedback, we would love to have you back in. If you are willing to return someday, there will be an offer for two entrees on us waiting under your same OpenTable profile, for our staff to view. Simply return, and book a reservation with your same profile, and our staff will see the notes to redeem. You may also contact us here directly, if we can be of further assistance I thank you again, and hope to host you soon. Best, Anna Olivas General Manager 

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  2. Kathy

    Denver

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual great food and drinks! Service was excellent and the ambiance great!
    Tupelo Honey - DenverResponded today
    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We're glad you enjoyed your experience at Tupelo, and are thrilled you took the time to show us some love! We can't wait to host you again soon!  Biscuits & Bloodys, Team Tupelo Denver

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  3. Joe

    Denver

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The service was good, but the parking was bad. The food was very good and plenty but pricey. I had to ask for hot gravy. Easy to order too much Pretty loud.
    Tupelo Honey - DenverResponded today
    We appreciate your positive rating about your experience. Thank you for the honest feedback. We thank you for joining us, and hope to see you again soon! Anna GM

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, great food. One of best southern spots in the US
    Tupelo Honey - DenverResponded on October 30, 2024
    Thank you so much for taking the time to show our rockstars in the kitchen some love! Likewise if we can do anything to enhance your future visits with us, please don't hesitate to let us know. Cheers, Team Tupelo Denver

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  5. Allison

    Denver

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food from start to finish! The drinks were fantastic. I love the Fresh and so Green Green! My kids love this place too. We are from the Springs and we went to a show yesterday and followed with dinner at Tupelo Honey to finish the night. Perfect!
    Tupelo Honey - DenverResponded on October 20, 2024
    Thank you so much for taking the time to show our rockstars in the bar some love! Likewise if we can do anything to enhance your future visits with us, please don't hesitate to let us know. Cheers, Team Tupelo Denver

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  6. Carrie

    San Francisco

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food! Everything we ordered was delicious - shrimp and grits, biscuits, rosemary Parmesan crispy potatoes, chicken tenders. Good and friendly service in a relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend!!
    Tupelo Honey - DenverResponded on October 19, 2024
    You rock for this. Thank you so much for taking the time after your visit to gush about us!  I sincerely hope I get to chat with you next time you're in. Come back please! Team Tupelo Denver

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  7. Gena

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Chicken and Waffles ever, but I also love that they have healthy non fried options that are really good. We took some first timers and they really loved it too!
    Tupelo Honey - DenverResponded on October 17, 2024
    Thank you so much for taking the time to show our rockstars in the kitchen some love! Likewise if we can do anything to enhance your future visits with us, please don't hesitate to let us know. P.S. Thank you for trusting us with your friends! Cheers, Team Tupelo Denver

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  8. Hanna

    Denver

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a reservation and was seated promptly. Our Server Cici took a few minutes to get to us which is fine as I needed time to decide what I wanted. We Ordered an appetizer ( the fried green tomatoes) and two entrees. Food took a while to come out even though they weren’t that busy at the time. when it finally did come out, she brought out our app and about 30 seconds later the entrees and she said sorry it’s coming out at the same time. We said it was ok (not knowing what we were about to find out) the appetizer was nice and hot, but our entrees were cold. So I’m totally assuming here because I’m a server myself, but seems like the server forgot to ring in our appetizer and remembered after the entrees were ready to be served, decided to let them sit there and get cold instead of bringing them to us and explaining her mistake. I’d much rather get my entrees while they’re hot and be asked if I’d still like my appetizer or if I’d just like to cancel the app and enjoy my entrees. We would have opted to eat our entrees hot and wait for the app to be cooked and brought to us. The server gave us our food and never came back to ask how everything was tasting or if everything was ok. again, I’m assuming she knew she messed up and didn’t want to take accountability so she avoided us. The fried green tomatoes were decent, the batter needed to be seasoned more it was bland but the goat cheese sauce helped a little. My avocado toast was lackluster and bland and it didn’t help that it was cold so wasn’t able to enjoy it anyway, my husband ordered the fried chicken and biscuits and said the chicken was very flavorful but so cold that it wasn’t enjoyable either. She finally came over after we were a little over halfway done eating our entrees only to ask if my husband wanted more coffee. Then never came back till it was time to drop the check. Overall food was ok, southern food is supposed to be full of flavor and seasonings, 2 out of 3 things ordered were ok. Service was terrible.

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  9. Tiffany

    Denver

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. I got the fried chicken and Brussels sprouts. The service was wonderful and it was a great experience. I will definitely be back again.

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  10. Elizabeth

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    After arriving in Denver earlier than expected, my husband and I were in need of some comforting Southern food, and having dined at Tupelo Honey in North Carolina before, we knew this would be the perfect spot. We were not disappointed! From the moment we sat down, our waiter made our experience exceptional. He was attentive, knowledgeable, and incredibly kind, offering spot-on recommendations that made our meal even more enjoyable. His thoughtfulness really stood out when he suggested we kick off my husband's birthday celebration with their famous banana pudding! If you're looking for comforting Southern dishes and outstanding service, Tupelo Honey in Denver is a must!

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FAQs

Tupelo Honey - Denver offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (720) 274-0650.

Tupelo Honey - Denver is rated 4.5 stars by 2978 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Tupelo Honey - Denver

1650 Wewatta St, Denver, CO 80202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    17th & Wewatta Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, American, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Simply mention that you are dining with us for a $10 valet at the Kimpton Born Hotel! Access via Northbound Wewatta, turn right into the valet area. Then walk north for about 30 second towards 17th. We look forward to hosting you!
  • Public transit
    Union Station (all lines)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Denis Hynds
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (720) 274-0650
  • Catering
    We offer catering trays for many of our items. For more information, please reach out to the restaurant directly or contact our event planner at events.west@tupelohoneycafe.com
  • Private party facilities
    We offer semi-private, partial buyouts and full restaurant buyouts for groups larger than 12 people. If you are interested in booking a larger party with us, please reach out to our event planner at events.west@tupelohoneycafe.com
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