Vegan
Delivery
Take-out
Caribbean
Catering
Jamaican
Restaurant which became fully vegan in 2020. Offers Caribbean-inspired food like jerk and curry in a plant-filled space. Open Mon 4:00pm-9:00pm, Tue 4:00am-9:00pm, Wed-Thu 4:00pm-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 4:00pm-10:00pm, Sun 4:00pm-9:00pm. May open later.
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 20 Sep 2024 by HappyElephant!
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Added by Stephaneen on 25 Apr 2018
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93 Reviews
First Review by VegUnicorn
SoyKal-El
Points +4696
Just Okay - Edit
While the setting is fun and the service great, I thought the food underperformed for the price.
Read moreIt wasn’t bad but it also wasn’t good enough to return. There’s a lot of promise with this place so if they can just tweak the flavors these dishes could be great.
Pros: Venue
Cons: Flavor could be better , Pricey
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Herds
Points +107
Very nutritious! - Edit
Everything on the menu looked really good and it was hard to choose what to get! I ordered one of the bowls with tofu, it was super nutritious and definitely something I needed after trying other vegan food around Denver .....I felt the bowl was pretty good but tofu was lacking in flavor, but overall still enjoyable. Portions were large enough that we had some yummy left overs. The fried potato appetizer and plantain chips with mango and cucumber salsa were delicious. Would recommend.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-07-04
Pros: All vegan, Get all your nutrients, Big portions
Cons: A little pricey , Could be better
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CupcakesMessyFace
Points +1030
Pure Food Heaven! - Edit
My girlfriend brought me here for dinner and the moment I walked in I was happy. The place is so cool, i love the ambiance and the decor. It’s got high ceilings, totally chill, and kind of gives me tiki bar vibes.
Read moreWe started with drinks, I had Month of Sundays and the mezcal was top notch.
I have celiac so i was limited in choices but was able to order the Coconut Curry with a side of papaya pineapple slaw.
The curry was incredible and i have to say the coconut rice was the best I’ve ever had. I could live off the rice and be happy. The flavors were amazing and expansive.
My girlfriend ordered the Buss Up Shut with a side of roti and a side of plantains. The Buss Up was delicious and the flavors blew my mind.
I wasn’t able to try the roti or plantains but both looked delish!
We split a Dirty Banana for dessert, and I’m not big on banana but it was pretty darn good!
So glad this place exists and I’ll be back for more!!!!!
Pros: Drink Selection, Incredible Food , Ambiance
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Resah
Points +40
Not bad. Not great - Edit
It's a nice open concept space. The greeter and waitress were both attentive and kind. But the food struck us as amateurish. We shared a butternut squash and potato curry and the cauliflower wings. The cauliflower wings were not the best I've had in Denver. But they were okay.
Read moreThe curry seemed not to have much flavor nuance - just a heavy dose of curry powder and pepper. Again, it was not awful, but not nearly as good as we were expecting judging from other reviews we'd read. I may try a different menu item another time. But for now I'll be skipping this spot.
Pros: Kind and attentive service, Coconut rice was good
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ChrisCather
Points +277
Pretty Good - Edit
I got the Doubles, which were on Happy Hour special, and they were terrific! Interesting flavors, and held together well. Then I got the mofongo, it was so right but pretty bland. It would have been nice if it had some smokey bits of the seitan ham they use on other dishes. Not the strong flavors or jerks that one finds in the Caribbean.
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tigre369
Points +212
Hit and miss - Edit
Some of the dishes are delicious and some feel a bit bland and plain, which is unexpected for Jamaican food.
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Dev1008
Points +72
Great venue and personality - average food - Edit
The first thing that strikes you is the humour when you call up as the answering message is hilarious. The venue is qwerky - a lot of personality and huge. The non alcoholic cocktail made by a wonderful waitress. But the food! It was so average. I had the plantain and potato dish in a tomato sauce. Very bland. I then ordered the chow mein noodles. Lovely fresh vegetables but the flavour was again too sweet and not tasty. The couple next to me were also not impressed with the roti they were given. I hope the owners read this and make changes. Not worth the price.
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nicholasM
Points +65
Interesting dishes but a bit expensive - Edit
From the Quesadilla to the Lo Mein, there are a lot of cool dishes that I've missed since going vegan. But overall the prices are a bit higher than the amount and quality of food you get. Still a nice place.
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SteveLucky
Points +54
Good food - Edit
Laid back atmosphere. Great food.
Read morePros: All Vegan, Food was delicious.
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bellrid
Points +134
AMAZING - Edit
This place is SO COOL- such fun decor and layout of the restaurant. Great location- right by a used record and book shop. The food was all amazing- great for vegan/non-vegan. Definitely want to go back!!
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LeonLeon
Points +31
Great place near city center.. food is good and in good price - Edit
The attention of the girl that helped me with my order was so nice
Read morePros: Great food, Cool vibe, Cool music
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AmyFreeman
Points +131
Delicious - Edit
Nice variety of Caribbean influenced food
Read morePros: Completely vegan, Decent sized menu, Good non alcoholic drinks
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OliviaGriffin
Points +296
Cajun goodness - Edit
Great spot for some vegan comfort food. Loved the vibe and the coconut curry!
Read morePros: All vegan, Delicious
Cons: Kinda pricey
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Mellalynnie
Points +300
Great vegan spot - Edit
Loved everything I got here. The quesadilla was so unique. Had toppings and seemed largely rice based. Very good. The appetizers are all great (got a big platter one time) and love love love the plantains.
Read morePros: Good vibe, Good meals
Cons: Cuban wasn't great
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talakoala
Points +894
Great hot sauce - Edit
I really loved the scotch bonnet sauce. Lots of fun flavors and great drinks.
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EricN-Denver
Points +252
Quiet spot for a Wednesday Afternoon - Edit
Bang Up to the Elephant opens at 4pm. It's a great after work quiet wind down location. The curried waffle fries are my go-to, but everything I've explored on the menu is solid good. As the evening rolls on, it picks up more traffic. Good food, good vibes.
Read morePros: Legit vegan options, I love the atmosphere, Food's tasty
Cons: Parking can suck, Service is hit or miss, but lately it's been great
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VegJeri
Points +71
Absolutely the best! - Edit
I love Caribbean food but it’s hard to find vegan options, so I was excited to try this place and it exceeded my expectations. The food was amazing, and the decor was fun and funky. The coconut bread, mofongo, and fried plantains blew my mind. I also had a couple curries that were hearty and delicious. Highly recommended!
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afitzy13
Points +147
Great environment, great food! - Edit
Our food was fantastic! We loved the restaurant environment. The plantain chips were great
Read morePros: Cute restaurant , Healthy options
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veganlover27
Points +21
Great spot! - Edit
Sumptuous Cuban themed food adds variety to Denver scene.
Read morePros: Excellent flavors; lots of options , Chic casual atmosphere w/ bar, Vegan!!!
Cons: No whole rice option , Parking can be challenging
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potatopancake
Points +1228
Straight banging! - Edit
Been here twice. Unbelievable both visits! The most recent time we had jerk edamame, cassareep rice bowl, and seitan Reuben. Delicious everything, so full it hurt to move! Will eat here again and again.
Read morePros: All vegan!!!
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barneyfan666
Points +48
LOVE - Edit
been to denver a few times before i discovered this absolute gem. the food is so good the restaurant is so cute the service is so fantastic
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ccporcu
Points +230
Tast of the West Indies - Edit
Flavorful food in a fun atmosphere.
Read morePros: All Vegan, Great Atmosphere
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rocknred
Points +1025
All vegan! - Edit
Fun vibes. All vegan menu. We ordered lots of appetizers and entrees to split. All delicious.
Read morePros: All vegan!
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Lizardfrogturtle
Points +29
All vegan, delicious - Edit
The wings are amazing! All vegan restaurant
Read morePros: Vegan, Spicy
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EmmaOdiet
Points +31
Curry fried were phenomenal - Edit
I loved the atmosphere and options on the menu. The entrees were a bit expensive as were the drinks However, the curry fries were to die for. Service was also great!
Read morePros: Good food and drinks
Cons: Expensive food and drinks
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jabakal
Points +76
So unique! - Edit
Delicious flavors and unique menu. Loved the decor and vibe. So many items sounded great had a hard time choosing!
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CorissaMarie
Points +3077
Flavor Perfection - Edit
Bang Up To The Elephant has by far been the favorite food stop of our trip so far and even the 3 omnis in tow continue to rave about it.
Read moreOur group ordered the Bowl-o-lo Mein, Coconut Curry, Seitan Cubano, Bake & Chana and the Potato & Plantain Mofongo.
Mine was the Seitan Cubano and it was a perfect blend of flavors. While I’m typically not a fan of jackfruit, it’s pairing with the seitan ham, pickled onions and veg mayo was perfection.
Beyond the food, the space was gorgeous. If you’re even in Denver Colorado you’ve got to make a stop!
Pros: Everything!
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