The beautiful one of a kind experience you will gain underground in this lair of fascinating drinks and food, Can be called the historic heart of Denver. Delphinia is a goddess that delivers amazing service and knowledge
What a wonderful night out. The Green Russell is a pre-prohibition-style speakeasy with impeccable cocktails and rustic decor reminiscent of the gold rush era.We went on a Wednesday evening at 6pm and approached the host desk outside in Larimer Square. We were informed there are no reservations and our entire party would need to be present before being seated. We waited just a moment for remaining members to arrive before heading down the stairs and into the waiting room.A friendly, smiling staff member explained the Green Russell experience to the first-time-visitors in our party. Next, we were led into the dimly lit speakeasy and to a set of comfortable chairs in the back surrounding a candle-lit table. The speakeasy was maybe half capacity at very most. The staff are knowledgeable of the menu and go the extra step for patrons. We told the waiter we were going to be leaving eventually for a show at Comedy Works and he was really awesome about helping us properly manage our time there.My girlfriend and our one friend both ordered the Spirits of Mexico, which was a tequila flight for tasting. It actually had Raicilla which was their deciding factor since it is not the most commonly found spirit here in the states. They even ordered another shot of Raicilla later.I ordered the Aprithot specialty cocktail which had courvoisier vs. cognac, apricot liqueur, lemon, pineapple, and angostura bitters.The other member of our party ordered the Jungle Bird which is made with denizen vatted dark rum, pineapple, Campari, lime and crushed ice.Our table also split the pretzel bites which were cooked to perfection with a very tasty brown ale mustard.All of the drinks and snacks were delicious. Overall, we had an enjoyable and memorable night out at the Green Russell. We will definitely be returning. Thanks!
Totally funky speakeasy hidden away down some stairs off Larimer Square. They have excellent bar food, like smoked Mac and Cheese and these super rich but tasty pretzel cheese curd things! Everyone I was with ordered off the cocktail menu. They have all the usual suspects, old style and new style. They also offer their own seasonal creations. The best of those was the Spring Voyage, made with gin, green chartreuse, vermouth, liquor 42, shiso, lemon grass, and a lime leaf. It was herbal and funky, and delicious. I had a corpse reviver 2. They not only knew what it was, but they made a perfect one.I really do love craft cocktails, and this place is great. A special shout out to the hostess. She was amazing. I asked her if this was where the speakeasy was, and she said "I don't know. Is it?" She was charming and witty! And full of interesting old Denver stories.This is a must-try place. Have fun looking for it!
Absolutely love this place. The vibe is great, dark and intimate feeling. Lots of leather chairs and smaller tables with candle light. It’s underground so you feel like you are in a cave with exposed rock. Service is amazing both times I’ve been, very knowledgeable staff. Huge menu made up of classics (alcoholic and not), seasonal, and signatures. The breakfast old fashioned on the signature list is so good. Old fashioned meets coffee and maple feel. Our waiter was newer but non the less very attentive and great at explaining flavor profile for each cocktail we asked about.
A wonderfully delightful and one of the more authentic speakeasies I've been to! Service was wonderful and the drinks were perfectly crafted. A bit on the pricier end, especially with the added 22% CHP fee, but it's a small price to pay for the overall experience, in my opinion. Will definitely come back if I find myself back in Denver!
Extremely knowledgeable staff and highly entertaining variety of craft drinks. The dark vibes, lovely atmosphere, and ice hacking only add to the charm. Get here early so you can snag a spot because it gets mad crowded due to its popularity.
Went on a Friday night around 9pm. Was packed. Corn bread stole the show here. Cocktails were super pricey, wine was reasonable and delicious. They have an odd policy that you can’t order food if you’re at the front bar area…(why?) So we waited to be seated in the back. Service was friendly but slow. At one point the bartenders put on a random fire show blowing flames out of there mouth. That gained them another star :) Ambiance was great. The farther back you go, the better in atmosphere. There’s a random telephone booth that just adds to the mystique. My date got the BLT bites that were missing the ‘L’, he still seemed to enjoy them. Being a vegan, I was not impressed, but that’s another review not for here….
I had a lovely time at this low-lit speakeasy. Solid cocktails and personalized service. My Junglebird was an amazing tiki-style cocktail!
Honestly, the staff here is just incredible. Everyone (Shane, Shane, and Matt) took really great care of us, and the atmosphere was dreamy and romantic. The pianist, Johnny, really added such a sweet note to the night. Would definitely return.
Perfect speakeasy re-creation with classic libations for when you want something unique or hard to find like a classic Mai Tai or a old tom gin Martinez. The atmosphere is just as good as the drinks and the entire experience is fun for all slightly fancier occasions.