801 Chophouse
Cherry Creek, Denver
Restaurant in Denver, United States
The Read
Dress
Business Casual
Why go
801 Chophouse is a practical Cherry Creek pick for steakhouse-minded celebrations, client dinners, group meals where reliability matters. Booking is listed as easy, the Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence (2026) gives the wine program a clear trust signal for higher-spend occasions.
About 801 Chophouse
For a Denver dinner where the group wants a business-casual setting and an evening schedule, 801 Chophouse can be considered. The verified public details are limited, but the essentials are clear: it is in Denver, it keeps evening hours daily, the stated dress code is business casual.
The strongest verified signal is recognition from Wine Spectator: 801 Chophouse has a Best of Award of Excellence for 2026. That makes it a relevant option when wine recognition matters to the occasion, without needing to overstate details that are not confirmed here.
A Denver dinner option with clear evening basics
The appeal is practical. This is the kind of dinner to consider when the host wants an evening plan with a clear dress-code cue. For a business meal, that can matter: the business-casual dress code gives guests guidance before they arrive, the nightly hours make it easy to plan around dinner.
Because the verified information does not include pricing, menu details, seating, or reservation difficulty, treat this as a planning note rather than a full menu verdict. If the meal is about a client dinner or a family gathering, confirm the current experience directly before booking.
Choose it for a business-casual Denver dinner with confirmed wine recognition
The tradeoff is simple: the confirmed facts support 801 Chophouse as an evening Denver option with a business-casual dress code and Wine Spectator recognition, but they do not verify a specific menu format, chef-driven style, or service details. If the group wants a different kind of dinner, Alteño, Matsuhisa, Toro, Le Colonial Denver, or Kona Grill - Denver may be useful comparison points depending on the occasion.
For a first visit, plan around dinner hours: 4–10 PM Monday through Saturday and 4–9 PM Sunday. Smaller parties can consider it when they want a business-casual evening setting, while larger groups should confirm availability and any current policies directly with the restaurant.
For broader planning around the city, Pearl's Denver restaurants guide is the better place to compare categories, while the Denver bars guide helps if the night needs a second stop. If the meal is attached to a stay, use the Denver hotels guide before making plans.
The take
The Take
The Vibe
801 Chophouse trades on the formal, full‑service traditions of the American chophouse. The room operates like a well‑rehearsed ensemble: kitchen, floor and cellar coordinate to turn prime cuts and a large wine list into a multi‑hour evening rather than a quick meal. The tone is polished and high‑end — an upper‑register steakhouse in Cherry Creek that favors a measured pace, sommelier attention and classic steakhouse rituals. Expect a deliberate, elevated dining experience that emphasizes quality ingredients and considered service over trendiness or casual energy.
Best For
This is a go‑to for occasion‑driven dining in Cherry Creek: business lunches where expense accounts are in play, special‑occasion dinners and date nights that benefit from formal service. The format also suits local regulars who want a room that understands how to run a refined evening; tables are organized for longer meals and a wine‑forward approach. If you’re planning a professional meal, celebration or a deliberately curated night out centered on prime beef and wine, this chophouse style venue fits that brief.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the steakhouse strengths: order one of the signature prime cuts — the 801 Cut Bone‑In Prime Rib, Wagyu Ribeye or a dry‑aged ribeye — and pair it with a structured red from the cellar. The menu accommodates guests who know exactly what they want and those who prefer guidance; the description specifically notes the sommelier function and the restaurant’s ability to place a specific Napa Cabernet or guide you through the wine list. For a classic starter, the Colossal Shrimp Cocktail is a straightforward choice that complements the main courses.
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How it compares in Denver
801 Chophouse is the safer celebration pick when the table wants a classic steakhouse structure and an easier reservation. Alteño is the better cross-shop for a $$$$ dinner with Mexican and contemporary cooking, especially if the group wants a more specific point of view rather than steakhouse familiarity.
Matsuhisa is the stronger choice for Japanese cooking and a more sushi-led night; choose 801 Chophouse instead when the guest list includes diners who want a more conventional special-occasion format. Toro and Le Colonial Denver make more sense when the mood calls for a livelier cuisine identity or a less steakhouse-coded room.
If value means flexibility, Kona Grill - Denver is the easier casual alternative. If value means a more formal room for a business dinner or anniversary without a difficult booking path, 801 Chophouse is the more direct choice.
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Compare 801 Chophouse
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 801 Chophouse | Denver | , | 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence | , |
| Kona Grill - Denver | Denver | No published awards | , | , |
| Matsuhisa | Denver | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Highly Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #1492024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #1832023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Highly Recommended | , | , |
| Toro | Denver | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #7502025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #5882023 OAD Gourmet Casual Dining in North America Ranked · #842023 OAD Casual in North America Recommended | , | , |
| Le Colonial Denver | Denver | No published awards | , | , |
| Alteño | Denver | Mexican, Contemporary | 2026 Conde Nast Traveler Hot List Restaurants2025 Esquire Best New Restaurants2025 Michelin Plate2025 OpenTable Top 100 Restaurants | $$$$ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about 801 Chophouse?
Expect an evening restaurant in Denver with a business-casual dress code and confirmed Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence recognition for 2026. Menu format, pricing, service details are not verified here, so confirm current details directly before booking. If you want to compare it with another option, Toro may be worth reviewing.
Is lunch or dinner better at 801 Chophouse?
Dinner is the verified choice, since hours run 4–10 PM Monday through Saturday and 4–9 PM Sunday. No lunch service is verified here. If you are comparing dinner options, Kona Grill - Denver is another restaurant to consider.
Is 801 Chophouse good for solo dining?
It can work for solo dining if you want an evening meal in Denver and are comfortable with a business-casual setting. Specific bar seating, room atmosphere, menu details are not verified here. For comparison, Le Colonial Denver or Toro may also be worth considering.
Can I eat at the bar at 801 Chophouse?
Bar dining is not verified here, so confirm directly with the restaurant before planning around it. The confirmed details are the Denver location, nightly evening hours, business-casual dress code, Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence recognition for 2026. If bar energy matters most, Kona Grill - Denver may be another option to check.
Is 801 Chophouse good for a special occasion?
It is a reasonable Denver option to consider for a special occasion if a business-casual dress code and confirmed Wine Spectator recognition are important to you. Because specific menu, price, private-dining details are not verified here, confirm the current experience before booking. Matsuhisa is another restaurant to compare for a different kind of occasion meal.
What are alternatives to 801 Chophouse in Denver?
Consider Toro, Matsuhisa, Le Colonial Denver, Alteño, or Kona Grill - Denver depending on the kind of dinner you want. 801 Chophouse is best described here by its verified basics: Denver, evening hours, business-casual dress code, Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence recognition for 2026.
How far ahead should I book 801 Chophouse?
Specific reservation difficulty is not verified here, so book based on your timing needs and confirm availability directly. The verified schedule is 4–10 PM Monday through Saturday and 4–9 PM Sunday. Kona Grill - Denver is another option to check if you are comparing availability.
