Wolfe's Barbeque
(720) 506-4741
333 E Colfax Ave
(at Grant Street)
Denver,
CO
80203
39.7402
-104.9831
Neighborhoods: North Capitol Hill, Northeast Denver, Uptown
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The Owner
Wolfe's Barbeque
Owner
Smoked with hickory over a charcoal fire, the chef at Wolfe's Barbecue knows that when it comes to barbecue, simplicity is best. Patrons don't have to fumble with a litany of choices at Wolfe's--just pick your meat or veggie, and wait for it to be charred to perfection. Be a hit and bring some to your office party or potluck.
The Editor
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In Short
Politicians, Capitol Hill locals and downtown office workers make up the bulk of the lunch and dinner crowds. The Wolfeman earns his smoking crown with meaty spears that are dense with hickory smoked flavor and moist meat that slides off the bone. Sauce is optional with bones this good, so rib paints are on the side. The smoked tofu is an option for vegetarians.
User Reviews
HNDTJG
July 09, 2008
After reading reviews, I knew my family and I had to try this joint while vacationing in Denver. Tried the chicken, ribs and brisket. The chopped brisket in the barbeque sauce was by far the best. Great smokey taste, the barbeque sauce was yummy. The ribs were okay. A bit fatty but overall pretty good. The sauce surely made them better! As noted by other reviewers, the bread is really good. Mr. Wolfe stated that it came from a bakery that is involved with some type of farmers co-op...really a pretty neat story. The carrot salad left something to be desired...overall bland. The cole slaw was pretty good.Not sure how the beans were..didn't get a review from family members on how they were. The overall environment provides a great experience and the company from Mr. Wolfe is great as well. You sure don't find many restaurants anymore that are a one man show...a very unique experience.
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thedenverduo
July 07, 2008
We seen this place driving by while having a craving for BBQ so we decided to try it. The man working, I assume the owner, was very nice and talkative. The atmosphere was good for a small business, there were all kinds of awards on the wall, and so we were expecting great food. The meat was dry, I mean DRY, like it was cooked in the oven. The meat did not taste smoked or really taste like anything. The sauce was mediocre but I have had better from the grocery store. Even the vinegar based coleslaw and tasteless potato salad was no good. The only thing worth while was the bread and butter and a pickle. After reading other reviews on-line, it just isn't clear why we had such an awful experience here. Maybe we came on a bad night or maybe these other reviewers haven't had good BBQ. If you have had good BBQ in your life before, do NOT go here. My dad makes better BBQ than this.
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squido
April 01, 2008
It's been months since I was there, even though I live right down the street. Despite being raised in the south, I really don't eat much BBQ, otherwise, I'd be there more often! Me and a friend wandered in close to closing time. Mr. Wolfe was snarky and direct, which we definitely relate to! I'm fairly sure he thought he were completely drunk, when actually we are just that goofy and were sober. We're the two people walking down 17th laughing at vapid girls in their Friday night pony-heels, falling over nothing, and talking to the squirrels. Anyway, he warmed up a bit when we expressed extreme and excessive interest in his grape soda. The meats were very tasty, the ribs a bit more so than the brisket. I'm pretty weird about brisket though, prefering to name guinea pigs after it rather than consume it. I've heard people mention a long wait for food, but mine is always fast! The hours can be a bit odd, either that or I just have the memory of a sea slug (quite possible). On a side note, I like the direct reply he gave to the reviewer from 2007. A lot of businesses spend so much time sucking up they do their customers an actual disservice by not being honest about the reasons for things that may result in disatisfaction.
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Know Before You Go:
Wolfe's is a one-man show, so some days may take longer than others.
Parking:
If street parking isn't available, the pay lot behind the restaurant is free during dinner hours.
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Message from Wolfe's Barbeque
- Dine in or takeout
- Conveniant Capitol location
- Perfect for picnics
Smoked with hickory over a charcoal fire, the chef at Wolfe's Barbecue knows that when it comes to barbecue, simplicity is best. Patrons don't have to fumble with a litany of choices at Wolfe's--just pick your meat or veggie, and wait for it to be charred to perfection. Be a hit and bring some to your office party or potluck.
