Review of The Universal
The Universal: A Comfortable Spot for Inventive Breakfast and Lunch
If you're looking for a cozy spot to enjoy a delicious breakfast or lunch, The Universal is the place to be. This restaurant is known for its inventive breakfast and lunch menus, as well as its rotating grits specials. The Universal is a comfortable spot with a full bar, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal with friends or family.
The Universal is committed to quality and consistency, from the ingredients used in the kitchen to the service at the table. The restaurant serves homemade comfort fare and re-imagined classics, ensuring that there is something for everyone on the menu. Whether you're in the mood for homemade biscuits and preserves, signature cornbread rancheros, or bison stroganoff, you'll leave The Universal feeling satisfied and eager to return.
The restaurant is open seven days a week, with different hours on weekends. On weekdays, The Universal is open from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, while on weekends, it opens an hour earlier at 7:00 AM. The Universal is a popular spot, so be prepared to wait during peak hours. However, the restaurant has an online waitlist, which makes it easy to join the queue from the comfort of your own home.
The Universal has received high praise from customers for its delicious food and friendly service. Customers have raved about the Wild Boar Scramble, the Corned Beef Hash, and the Custard Toast. The restaurant also offers gluten-free and vegan options, making it a great choice for those with dietary restrictions.
If you're looking for a comfortable spot to enjoy a delicious breakfast or lunch, The Universal is the perfect choice. With its inventive menu, friendly service, and cozy atmosphere, it's no wonder that this restaurant is a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
From the business
"Serving homemade comfort fare and re-imagined classics. The Universal is committed to quality and consistency from the ingredients of the kitchen to the service at the table. Whether you join us for our homemade biscuits and preserves, signature cornbread rancheros, or bison stroganoff, you will leave with the desire to return tomorrow."
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair-accessible washroom
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Jojoking303
Our food came out cold. I had very high expectations for this place based off reviews the pancakes they brought out to me were made of spoiled milk. I asked for a 2nd pancake and it was still bad.
Stephanie Levine
SERVICE DOG WAS TURNED AWAY.
Appalling. I have never been anywhere where I was told my service dog was not allowed in. Even after being told she was a service dog (they did not ask the questions on what she helps me with) they claimed the owner was allowed to do this. Nobody can refuse a service dog. The food is not good enough for that kind of attitude.
She is trained to tell me if my heart rate goes too high or too low. I need her with me. I’m absolutely disgusted.
For clarification we were stopped at the door and told we weren’t allowed in, that their ‘policy’ doesn’t allow any dogs even service dogs. This is illegal by Colorado law. my service dog was not disruptive, loud, unruly, or aggressive. They had no reason to turn me away other then the owner thinking they’re more important then the Americans with disabilities act.
Kyle Moe
The wild boar scramble and Breakfast sandwich were both fantastic. They were super busy but we didn't have to wait long for a table or for service. Definitely worth a checking out.
Scott Zabilla
Bottomless coffee, like you are sitting at your friend’s house getting the best breakfast your grandma’s generation would have made. The special, entitled “The Universal,” was delightful and kept my “fuel tank” full for breakfast and lunch.
Kudos to the kitchen!
Saylor Goulding
One of the best biscuits and gravy I’ve ever had!!They do an excellent job not only on that but on everything they make. I love this place! Probably the best breakfast joint in CO.
Only complaint is the fact they don’t do delivery, ever.. even during the beginning of Covid.. And they only do takeout during the weekdays. I don’t really understand why but it’s a real shame bc I would order out here once a week if they delivered! Or at least let us do take out on weekends.
Patrick Deutsch
Solid breakfast. Always have to grab the custard French toast.
Kelly Gjestvang
One of my go to breakfast places in Denver. Do yourself a favor and order the wild boar scramble with a biscuit.
Chris Fellure
Wow! Food and drinks are delicious, wait staff (looking at you Hannah!) is amazing, and I really like the be considerate signs!
George Wang
Great food, good people ,what else do you want?
Alex Philipson
Learn from me if you like a classic breakfast and get something else. I ordered the universal thinking it would be a big plate of food since it was one of the higher prices menu options. I got a small pancake (not one of the giant ones they are known for), two strips of bacon, the smallest scoop of potatoes among the four of us, but I will say the two eggs were cooked to my liking. Everyone else at the table got a scramble and the amount of food they got compared to me was laughable. I was in shock that my plate cost more than 2 out the three of them. I'll know for next time because everyone else's food was much better than mine.