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4.7
Exceptional(885)
Price: Expensive
• American • Vail
Booked 108 times today
From the creators of Sweet Basil in Vail Colorado comes a fresh, innovative new restaurant opening December 2012. Aptly named Mountain Standard, this rustic and relaxed tavern aims to set a new standard in the Vail valley by using an ancient form of cooking.The majority of Mountain Standard’s menu will be prepared via the most primal cooking method: over an open and live wood fire. The only restaurant in the valley to devote themselves to this age-old way of cooking, the food at this exciting new restaurant will have rustic, bold and honest flavors, focusing on the purest ingredients in the Rocky Mountain region and beyond.Service, like the cuisine, will have that perfect balance of providing a first class dining experience with a more casual vibe. There is no smoke and mirrors here - no fuss - just simple, honest, from the heart service and cooking. The beauty of the creek side location is mirrored by the high energy vibe of this dynamic restaurant.
A photo of Matsuhisa Vail restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1409)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Vail
Booked 19 times today
If your desired reservation time is not available online, please call the restaurant at 970-476-6628 and press option 1 between 3:30 and 9:30 p.m. MST. Walk-in and waitlist options are available in person beginning at 4:45 p.m. daily. We do not utilize the Open Table "Notify Me" feature.Featuring Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature new-style Japanese cuisine, Matsuhisa Vail is located in the Solaris Plaza in the heart of Vail Village. Our dining room is open from 5pm nightly. Takeout available nightly from 5-9 pm. Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s fusion cuisine draws influence from his classical training in Tokyo and his life abroad in Peru, Argentina, and around the world, showcasing signature dishes such as Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño, Black Cod Miso and White fish Tiradito.
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4.7
Exceptional(1039)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Vail
Booked 31 times today
Bully Ranch, a restaurant located inside the Sonnenalp Hotel in Vail, is a casual dining experience that focuses on Southwestern and American food presented in a western style ambiance. The traditional fare at Bully Ranch is hearty, flavorful, and has a little bit of something for everyone.The main staple of Bully Ranch is its selection of burgers and sandwiches, such as the 7X Colorado Wagyu burgers, the BFC - Bully Fried Chicken. The menu also offers a variety of soups and salads, as well as full entrees of ribs, and fajitas.Patio seating my be requested and is subject to weather and availability.
A photo of Alpenrose Vail restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1723)
Price: Moderate
• German • Vail
Booked 120 times today
Where guests become friends..With lovely prepared dishes from traditional recipes to fine classics and specialties with a touch of international culinary inspiration.We serve simple tasty home-style cuisine with hearty goulash, dumpling specialties, Kässpätzle and a savoury snack plate as well as a sweet finish with a selection of traditional Alpine desserts like Marillenknödel, Dampfnudeln, Palatschinken or apple strudel.For families and get-togethers with friends try our Walliser tomato fondue at long, comfy family tables and for our little one's we offer a special kid's menu.Warmth, hospitality and enjoying life - Welcome to Alpenrose!For GONDOLA Reservations please book through Alpenrose Gondola Experience.
A photo of Vintage restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1996)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Vail
Booked 38 times today
Classic French-Inspired Brasserie. If your desired reservation time is unavailable, please try calling the restaurant. We may be able to secure a booking. We apologize for the inconvenience, but we no longer accept online reservations for parties of eight or more. Please call the restaurant to book for larger groups.
A photo of Leonora restaurant
3.6
Very Good(1105)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Vail
Booked 11 times today
Set in the heart of Vail Village, just off the pedestrian corridor, Leonora offers an inviting dining experience inspired by our own Colorado Rockies. Using only the finest fresh, local and organic ingredients.Dishes are simply prepared and thoughtfully paired with wines from around the world. Our sommelier’s hand-picked selections are sourced from traditional and unexpected places, each selected to complement Executive Chef Kevin Erving’s playful yet sophisticated menu.
A photo of La Bottega - Vail restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1418)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Vail
Booked 52 times today
Per HOA Regulations, all guests must vacate the restaurant no later than 11:30pm, this includes New Years Eve.La Bottega offers authentic Italian cuisine with the Chef Stephen Virion having worked in Tuscany and the Veneto regions of Italy. His wife, Elisabetta, is from Asiago, Italy and has crafted the wine list to compliment the cuisine. La Bottega's Wine Bar is a great place for apres ski or to just have a glass of wine with friends from our award winning wine list.Failure to cancel or correct your reservation according to our reservation terms, will result in your credit card being charged a fee of $40/person. Please call the restaurant 12 hours prior to your reservation for any changes.Patio seating is on a first come first serve basis, all reservations made are for indoor seating only.
A photo of Deca+Bol restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(608)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Vail
Booked 33 times today
**OPEN TABLE IS FOR DINING RESERVATIONS ONLY. FOR BOWLING RESERVATIONS, PLEASE VISIT DECABOLVAIL.COM OR CALL 970-476-5300. **A unique venue located in Solaris Plaza where city vibes meet mountain culture in the heart of Vail Village. DECA is an elevated restaurant that offers a chef-executed menu with world class tastes, creative cocktails and delicious wines. An experience that is focused on quality food, flavors and company. Just beyond DECA, experience the best nightlife in Vail Village at BOL.*We have a $15 per person no show policy - if you need to make changes to your reservation please call the restaurant*
A photo of Elway's Vail restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1637)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Vail
Booked 34 times today
Elway's Steakhouse, located in The Heart of The Vail Village.Our approach is simple: deliver the finest and freshest every day.Aged USDA prime beef is the star at Elway’s whether your preference is a thick porterhouse, tender filet or a juicy rib-eye. Our culinary team shops for seasonal and interesting ingredients, then plans the ever-changing menus. This allows us to incorporate menu options with limited seasonal availability. Adding choices in portion size, flavor profiles and culinary styles – from the familiar to ethnic and contemporary – allows us to blend a menu always full of chaise and variety. In our ever-changing menu, you’ll always find a great mix of old favorites and exciting new options.
A photo of Pepi's Restaurant & Bar restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(888)
Price: Expensive
• German • Vail
Booked 28 times today
Pepi's Restaurant & Bar is located in the heart of Vail on the corner of Bridge St and Gore Creek Drive. Famous for it's rich history and delicious, Austrian and traditional European specialty dishes.Join us for some genuine Austrian, "Gemütlichkeit!"

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  • Rick
    Oklahoma City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Great place for American cuisine and a few drinks. Not a stuffy place, very welcoming regardless of apparel. The food was delicious, had the salmon and bourbon burger and loved them both. Will visit again!
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    Bully RanchPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Vail
    4.7
  • Simon
    Dallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Had brunch and the avocado toast was very good! Also the eggs Benedict with smoked salmon was great too!
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    VintagePrice: Very Expensive• French• Vail
    4.7
  • Angela
    Southwest Florida •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We arrived for our reservation and we were immediately seated in the cutest window nook. My husband had a Dunkel and I had a glass of Prosecco- loved the glassware. Our family of four split two orders of cheese fondue, a pretzel, and bratwurst. It was delicious! One order of cheese fondue would have been enough for us. Service was wonderful! Highly recommend this iconic spot, it’s worth the hype.
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    Alpenrose VailPrice: Moderate• German• Vail
    4.7
  • PascalVIP
    Vancouver / British Columbia •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We came away from a Christmas dinner here truly wowed. The friendly server named Jamoy took us through the menu with care, providing his recommendations. We started the evening with cocktails, well-balanced and refined. The biscuit was as hands down one of the best things I’ve ever tasted! The pimento cheese was savoury and delicious. The tuna tataki was fresh and delicate. And the wood grilled pork chop was nothing short of a piece de resistance! This menu was inventive beyond expectation. The melange of flavours put this place near the top of the heap in all of Colorado, in my humble opinion. I can’t wait to come back. Gratitude to the chef, servers, and other staff who made this such a delightful experience.
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    Mountain StandardPrice: Expensive• American• Vail
    4.7
  • Amanda
    San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    This is our favorite Japanese restaurant in the world. Highly recommend all of these items. It is a perfect balance of cold and warm and the progression is great. Yellowtail jalapeño Oysters Nobu salsa Cucumber Sunomono salad Miso soup Black cod lettuce cups Octopus, King Crab and Yellowtail nigiri sushi Grilled cauliflower with jalapeño Miyazaki Wagyu beef Tuesday we just walked in and sat at the bar. You need to start lining up if you walk in at 4:30 and you either get last minute cancelled tables, bar, or sushi bar. Otherwise you have to wait for the second turn. For reservations on Christmas we were thankfully in Paris so the timezone was manageable, because reservations open up at midnight of the timezone the restaurant is in. Likely to sell out quickly on the weekends or peak season. Hope this helps!
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    Matsuhisa VailPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Vail
    4.8
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