The Abbey Tavern

I really hoped I would like this place as I live in the neighborhood.
Came in on a Saturday night about 9:45.
Of course the kitchen was closed, although they did offer a appetizer menu.
Had the fish tacos, was okay, nothing special and a Crown and Coke short.
Bring a flashlight to read the menu and tab as the lighting is so low you really can’t see printed material.
I’m trying not to be rude but this place has nothing going on, 4 customers on a Saturday night?
That should have been my first clue to exit because no fun was going to be had here!
I get my bill and to my shock, $ 7.00 for a Crown and Coke?
Let’s see, no entertainment, no dancing girls, hell, not even fun patrons yet 7 bucks for a drink?
Fellas, you’re not in LoDo, you’re on East Colfax.
This place is not long; I don’t care who is throwing money at it to keep it operating.
I’m just telling the truth here, sorry.

The waitress was VERY nice! The atmosphere was relaxed! The Shepherd’s Pie was pretty good, though on the soupy side. Great place to try!

I can only judge this place on atmosphere, service, beer and an app. We had a dinner date down the street but after trying the app & smelling the kitchen we wished we were eating here.
The service was great and we loved the vibe of the place although it was a little dark inside. The server loaned us a flashlight to read the menu which needed a new battery, it was very funny.
We had pretzel bites which came with a beer cheese sauce and a mustard sauce. It was delicious! The two sauces mixed together is the key. We were early enough for the end of happy hour so the beers were $ 4 each and the app about $ 7.
One of the things we liked most about the place was that although it was an Irish pub, you can actually hear each other speak!

Went late night for a few beers. Ambiance was good.

Nice ambience. Great Irish pub. Decent beer selection both bottle and on tap.

The Bloody Mary with the house pickle vodka is fantastic. Awesome, friendly staff. Large bar with lots of space and a nice outdoor patio.

Didn’t get a chance to grab the names of our two waiters tonight, but they were both super nice and accommodating to my friends and me. We ordered appetizers and their bread pudding and all of the food was delicious. Really enjoyed the pretzel bites and the Irish nachos :) their drinks are also really good! If you get a chance, check this place out :)

A pretty solid happy hour, and they’ve always had a rotating beer special when I’ve been there. Their patio is a great size, and the restaurant has a nice, airy feel during the summer. I’m not a regular, but I probably should be.

I didn’t eat here, which is why I am reserving one star, but for the bar alone, I was happy.
I stopped at The Abbey Tavern last night after being stood up, yet again, but that’s a whole other story. I didn’t really want to just go to the Argonaut and head home alone and be miserable, but I also didn’t want to hangout in a super loud place that would just remind me how alone I felt. I had dressed up and wanted to still give my outfit some exposure. Thankfully, the Abbey ended up being a nice place for me to turn my night around.
I sat at the bar and ordered the Jameson flight. I’ll admit that I liked the plain old Jameson better than the 12, Black, or Gold versions. It might just be because I’m used the the plain version. Allison, the bartender, was friendly and kept busy, and she seemed to get to know the patrons. There was a guy next to me who ended up talking with me about sports, work, and random other things, and when conversation lulled a bit, we could watch SportsCenter.
I ordered a Jameson on the rocks before calling it a night, and my tab wasn’t too bad. The flight was only $ 12.
I’ll be back, but hopefully under happier circumstances anyway.

I come here regularly on Sunday nights with a group of people, sometimes the group is larger (last night– 26 people!) and sometimes just a few. The waitress, for the most part, knows the regular’s drink and food orders. For instance, she knows I will usually get Irish nachos with extra horseradish, generally a diet coke. Even when she’s slammed (we always have her as our server and I can’t remember her name– sorry!) she’s always really nice.
The Irish nachos are pretty consistent. Sometimes the sauce is horseradishier than others, hence my always getting extra to make it how I like. I’ve sampled some of the other dishes and have liked them all.
I’m glad we have this place as our standard after rehearsal restaurant. We are always welcomed and always have a good time.

The girlfriend and I went here for a Friday night dinner and beer. They didn’t have much selection on tap, but they do have Smithwicks. We ordered the Irish nachos. As everyone said in the reviews, they were cold. I have yet to have hot Irish nachos anywhere though. They were very good, but make sure you like horseradish! It was very overwhelming. I had the Reuben which was awesome. It came with mashed potatoes which were nothing to write home about. My girlfriend had the buffalo chicken salad which was pretty bland.
Our server was very good. She was attentive and kind. The atmosphere was that of a pub and the outdoor seating was excellent on a cool night.
Overall the beer was ok, the food was average, and the service was good.

Our waitress was super friendly and attentive, beer was good and there was an ok selection but our food was meh. I’m sure we’ll go back because it’s an easy walk from the house but I have serious doubts I’ll ever crave the food. Normally I’m pretty confident in my review, whether it’s good or bad, but the food was just not memorable. Again, good service though!

Good neighborhood bar. Good happy hour specials.

Today, I had the Chicken Avocado Sandwich.
It was a standard, plump, juicy, chicken breast that was married with a delicious Swiss cheese, hugged by a crispy baguette coupled with the potato soup. Yes– the typically hearty, bland sidekick was massaged and dressed as a spicy companion. It gave this sandwich an extra kick that helped it to stand out. I would dribble a little like a sauce or dressing before I take a bite and WoW– a much better choice than chips or fries.
I complimented the chef and he very nonchalant replays, «oh-​yeah, it was one of my specialities in culinary school. I told the Master Chef, Jay, You did it again, out of simple ingredients, you made another dinning experience great, I asked his secret and without batting an eye he said, «It’s love.“Salud, Jay–

On this most Irish of days I’m going to praise the awesomeness that is The Abbey Tavern. I have driven by so many times and wondered, «What’s the deal?» After I got the chance to stop in for Happy Hour I was pleasantly surprised by this place. It’s got a lot of spirit and some really excellent food and drink.
The physical space is just awesome. It’s dark and cool inside but there is a bright patio for some outdoor drinking. I like the big windows that open to offer some fresh air. There are spaces to sit, stand, and lean at the bar. It’s a very welcoming atmosphere which is what one would expect from an Irish tavern.
During HH there are great food and drink specials. I had the battered chicken tenders and they were finger lickin’ good. I got a glimpse of the Shepard’s Pie and it sure seemed delicious! I’ll have to give it a try on my next stop-​in. There is a solid selection of tap beers as well as bottled and canned libations. You also have your booze bottles for mixed drinks — everything you want from a bar. A little something for everyone.
The employees are so nice it was hard to leave! Over all the experience was great and I would for sure come back. I’m sure during St. Patty’s Day there is great fun to be had. I’ll add it to my list of good times with green things!

Was in Denver over the weekend and needed a little St. Patrick’s Day primer, so headed to The Abbey after a friend recommended it. Sat at the bar, ordered a beer and proceeded to watch the couple next to me (very intoxicated) practically have a shouting match in the pub. Now I like a good bar fight as well as the next person (probably more!), but when I’m not on duty I like to relax and enjoy myself. These folks killed the atmosphere of the joint, and worse yet no one from the bar (manager, hello?) came over to tell them to simply keep it down (or shut up!)
When the beer was gone, so was I… Consider yourself warned.
Here’s the breakdown:
Was I satisfied? No
Will I return? No
Will I Tell Friends/​Colleagues to Go? No

Ordered the buffalo wings and they were served hot, presented well, and had a good flavor that went well with beer. Split the fish and chips with a friend and the kitchen and waitress split the meal onto 2 different plates and was plenty for us both. The cole slaw was a little bland but still tastes decent with the meal. Overall it was a good experience, I’ll be back when I come back to Denver.

A little disappointed, not gonna lie. I read some reviews before coming, so I wasn’t expecting five-​star cuisine or anything but I was still underwhelmed.
I love the patio, and the inside looks pretty nice as well. We didn’t do drinks this time, but I saw Stella draughts and Magner’s on the menu, so for sure next time.
Our waitress was really efficient and very sweet, it’s just… the food ya’ll! The flatiron, mash, and steamed veg special sounded good. It was, unfortunately over cooked, the mash was covered in anemic gravy, and the snap peas were swimming in some weird sauce. My husband’s bbq bacon cheeseburger was much better. We also tried the jalapeño avocado hummus. It was okay, but devoid of any jalapeño or avocado flavor.
Also, totally not the Abbey’s fault, a table full of loud obnoxious drunks managed to drown out the Colfax noise with their slurred banter, all but ruining the ambiance of the patio.

This great spot opened up near my casa a number of months ago, and I an remiss for not reviewing it far earlier. It seems to tout itself as an Irish style pub, but there are some big differences from the other Irish pubs that I can innumerate:
1. They don’t close at 10pm (like most Irish pubs in Ireland, if you’ve been there, you know)
2. The ‘Irish’ bartender (on the nights I have been there) is ACTUALLY Irish, and a good chap.
3. Clean, tidy establishment. As in, the bar top wasn’t sticky, the crappers were well maintained, etc.
4. Great patio area for all of your boozing needs.
5. A good selection of reasonably priced beers and cocktails.
6. Just a good general feel to the place.
Anyhow, I think that their annual marketing budget is $ 0 dollars, because a simple flyer on my door would have gotten me in there months earlier. It is literally 4 blocks away, but because it is set back behind (very good) parking, it doesn’t stand out.
Try it out. I want them to succeed. Good spot!

As usual it was a long week. Hubs needed something closer to home, some protein that he might like and to The Abbey Tavern we went. Right after we enter this establishment, we sat ourselves at one of the Booth Seating near to the Bar on the Left Wing of this establishment. That evening was on Thursday evening, April 24^th 2014. Time was about 20:30hrs ish.
We waited for abit, until our lovely server came to our table to give us the Menu that evening. That evening, our server her name is Katy. Table ²⁄₁. We ordered the following items :
* BBQ Chicken Wings ($ 10.95)
* Corn Beef Rueben, sandwiches & fries ($ 10.95)
* Irish Nachos ($ 8.95)
* Coffee and Fountain Coke Cola for Hubs
5 minutes later after ordering, Hubs received his Coffee and Fountain Coke Cola order. As for me, I opt to have water as my beverages.
About 15 minutes later, our order arrived. Hubs got his Reuben. We definitely LIKE the Irish Nachos. Even when I am writing this review, I kept on thinking about the Irish Nachos. Man, I wonder what they put on those Nachos, though I cannot deny, the «Potato Chips» that are thinly sliced and FRIED are a little on a «cold» side, to my liking.
Throughout the whole evening, Hubs kept on comparing this Irish Nachos with McCoys. Sorry McCoys, coz the Irish Nachos from The Abbey Tavern is WAY BETTER tasting than McCoys. From the Rueben, to the Chicken Wings and the Irish Nachos, Hubs rated everything 3.5 stars
2 stars for the Chicken Wings personally for me, coz its too sweet for my liking. *SAD FACE*
Our server periodically come and refill Hubs coffee and make sure we have what we need that evening. All in all decent establishment which is like 20 minutes away from where we live. We also enjoyed ourselves thoroughly that evening, watching the AVS game on the several TV Screens that they are showing.
3.5 stars at best for OVERALL Experience, dining in, and having our late evening Dinner here. We don’t mind returning to this establishment coz I am eyeing for another dish for the next visit from the Menu.
The Abbey Tavern
5151 E. Colfax Avenue,
Denver, CO 80 220
Tel: (303)-321−5151
@89/2014