Ophelia's Electric Soapbox

4.4

2163 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Lively
Great for brunch
Great for creative cocktails

Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox has taken many forms over its long and storied history. Built in 1890 the historic Victorian-Style Airedale Building, features décor that honors the building’s past of whiskey-fueled evenings, jazz filled dance floors, and the secrets of a speakeasy. The 8,000 square foot space has hosted the likes of miners, railworkers, bootleggers and even Ophelia herself.

Our dinner menu features savory snacks, individual pizza slices, venue-friendly sandwiches. We also offer a unique by hangover friendly brunch where you and your friends can enjoy bottomless mimosas and free live music.

We will be open for regular hours, pending shows & events, Wednesday - Saturday for dinner & entertainment, and Saturday and Sunday for brunch. We will be open for select Mondays & Tuesdays, but otherwise closed without programming.

We're looking forward to welcoming you into one of the oldest and most unique dining and entertainment spaces that Denver has to offer!

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 993-8023
Website
http://opheliasdenver.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chad Nickerson
Private party facilities
O's is back baby, and ready to host your next event. This multilevel, sexy AF space is here to offer all of the best party tricks. Bring up to 500 Guests and get exclusive use of all seating areas, patio (weather permitting), dance floor & both bars. See our website for more details – Opheliasdenver.com

Location
1215 20th Street, Denver, CO 80202
Neighborhood
Downtown / LoDo
Cross street
Lawrence
Parking details
City Lots and Metered Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Jazz Brunch w/ Stephen Brooks
Nov 30, 2024 only
Get ready for a lively Jazz brunch with Stephen Brooks! His rich and soulful sound will set the perfect vibe while you enjoy bottomless mimosas and delicious bites. Grab your friends, make your reservation, and join us for great music and great food! 🎶🍳 Music 10AM–2PM, please plan accordingly.
Lipgloss Presents: The Outkast Brunch
Dec 1, 2024 only
Hey ya! 🎶 Join us for The Outkast Brunch at Ophelia’s, where Lipgloss is bringing ATL vibes to Denver! Enjoy bottomless mimosas, brunch bites, and all your favorite Outkast hits. Whether you’re an “Elevators” fan or just here to “Shake it like a Polaroid picture,” this brunch promises flavor, funk, and unforgettable fun. Grab your crew and get ready to roll in style—reservations recommended, but walk-ins are welcome too! Music 10AM–2PM.
Dinner w/ Tom Hagerman, Clay Rose & Dave Devine
Dec 4, 2024 only
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and dining as three acclaimed musicians—Tom Hagerman (of DeVotchKa), jazz/experimental guitarist Dave Devine, and Clay Rose (of Gasoline Lollipops)—collaborate for a genre-blending performance. Experience a rich fusion of cinematic strings, jazz-inflected guitar, and gritty Americana-punk vocals, all in one incredible show. Perfect for an atmospheric night out with fantastic food, drinks, and music that’s as layered and evocative as the artists themselves. Reserve your table now! Music at 8PM.

What 2,163 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver / Colorado
Hot spot
Denver
Great for brunch
Denver
Innovative
Denver
Hot spot
Denver
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ophelia's Electric Soapbox offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious food" and a fun atmosphere. Guests love the "unique music venue" and creative flair. While service can be inconsistent, standout dishes include the "Benedict pizza" and bison steak. Live music and a lively ambiance make it a must-visit in Denver.

2,163 Reviews

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Chip
Denver
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Overall a nice experience with one large disappointment. Food, cocktails and service were good. Noisy conversation at tables near us made it hard to hear my dining companion. Big disappointment was that the brunch musical entertainment was only provided by a DJ. From the restaurant's website description, I was expecting a live musician or band and made the booking with that understanding. I think the disclosure was inadequate and misleading.
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Wrechal
Denver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good service, good food, good company. I really enjoyed our first experience there.
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Kailea
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
10's all across the board. Not too pricey even with the bottomless Mimosas. I look forward to my next visit. 🤤😋
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Julie
San Francisco
56 reviews
vip
5.0
56 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great first experience! Food, music, service terrific. Sat on the main stage floor and enjoyed the view of the band. Appeared sitting upstairs along the balcony area with view of the band would have been great too.
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Nicole
Denver
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Frist time coming back to Ophelia's since they've restarted their brunch with the new menu. Food and ambiance were lovely and the same, but the kitchen service was very very slow. The waitstaff were very good about checking in, but for simple breakfast items it should not take over an hour to be delivered. We had plans after brunch so we were disappointed we had to rush eating.
Ophelia's Electric SoapboxResponded on November 22, 2024
Hi Nicole, Thank you for joining us for brunch and for taking the time to share your feedback. While we’re glad to hear you enjoyed the food and ambiance, we’re truly sorry for the delay in service and the impact it had on your plans. We understand how frustrating it can be to feel rushed after such a long wait, and this is not the experience we aim to deliver. Please know we’re taking active steps to address these challenges and improve our kitchen service. If you’d like to discuss this further or give us the chance to make it up to you, don’t hesitate to reach out at zev@endit.live. We truly appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you back soon for a smoother experience. Best, Zev
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Miriam
Denver
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Some kind of issue with the kitchen today. Our food took over 1 hour and 15 minutes to come after ordering. Neither the server or manager knew what was going on. Even when we flagged it to them after nearly an hour, it still took another 20 minutes to arrive. We had ordered scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy etc. Nothing that required long cook times. Manager on duty offered to buy us a round of drinks but I asked for the food to be removed from the bill and she reluctantly agreed. Music was fun and when the band was playin, but the fail from the kitchen soured the experience.
Ophelia's Electric SoapboxResponded on November 22, 2024
Hi Miriam, Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we deeply apologize for the disappointing experience you had at brunch. This is not the level of service we strive to provide at Ophelia’s. We understand how frustrating this must have been, and we’re actively addressing the issues that led to this situation to ensure it doesn’t happen again. We’d truly appreciate the opportunity to make this right. If you’re open to it, please feel free to reach out directly to me at zev@endit.live. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we hope to have the chance to provide a better experience in the future. Best regards, Zev
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Russ
Fayetteville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and food we came back two days in a row to Bluegrass brunch.
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julie
Denver
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went to see JoJo Herman and the music was off the charts! The vibe was incredible! Tyler our bartender was Stellar! We will definitely be back
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Brittany
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my first time here. I’ve been in Denver for 4 years. This is the best experience I had so far. The food was incredible and our waiter Kevin was the best. We even went back to see the Nappy Roots show and had the same experience! Kevin remembered us and everything. This was our (my bestie, my gf and self) first night out in months and we made some great memories together. Thank you! Keep up all the great work!
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Grant
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ophelia’s was a wonderful place to visit and had an electric atmosphere!!! Live music, great drinks, and excellent pizza!!! My only gripe, the kitchen closed too early! Definitely one the places to visit in Denver
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FAQs

Ophelia's Electric Soapbox is rated 4.4 stars by 2163 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Ophelia's Electric Soapbox

1215 20th Street, Denver, CO 80202

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Lawrence
Neighborhood
Downtown / LoDo
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
City Lots and Metered Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chad Nickerson
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://opheliasdenver.com/
Phone number
(303) 993-8023
Private party facilities
O's is back baby, and ready to host your next event. This multilevel, sexy AF space is here to offer all of the best party tricks. Bring up to 500 Guests and get exclusive use of all seating areas, patio (weather permitting), dance floor & both bars. See our website for more details – Opheliasdenver.com

Ophelia's Electric Soapbox

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Jazz Brunch w/ Stephen Brooks

Lipgloss Presents: The Outkast Brunch

Dinner w/ Tom Hagerman, Clay Rose & Dave Devine

Menu

What 2,163 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Ophelia's Electric Soapbox restaurant rated?

Is Ophelia's Electric Soapbox currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information