Mountain Standard

4.8

970 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 51 times today

Lively
Hot spot
Neighborhood gem

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.

Additional information

Location
193 Gore Creek Drive, Ste 201, Vail, CO 81657
Phone number
(970) 476-0123
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Mtn Standard is located in the heart of the Vail Village, which is a pedestrian village. Take interstate 70 to the Vail exit #176. Proceed through rotary intersections so that you wind up heading East on the So. Frontage Road (ski mountain side of the highway). Go eastbound approx.¼ mile to the Vail Village parking structure. Exit the structure out the middle portal to the south. Go across the Covered Bridge another 75 yards, and go right on Gore Creek Dr. We are down the steps past the Fountain
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Paul Anders

What 970 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Mountains
American
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mountain Standard in Vail offers "amazing food" and a "creative menu" with standout dishes like pimento cheese dip, pork shank, and trout. The "friendly staff" and "lively atmosphere" provide a "wonderful experience." Some diners note noise levels and service inconsistency, but overall, it's a "favorite spot" with "exceptional flavors" and "world-class dining."

970 Reviews

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Julie VIP
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of our favorite restaurants in Vail. Food is delicious, service was excellent. We look forward to coming here every year.
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ElyseE
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing meal!!! We loved our experience. We will be back.
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Luis VIP
San Antonio11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for lunch and everything we tried here was delicious, from appetizers to the main dishes it was amazing. Beef carpaccio, sea salt biscuit, pimento cheese, salmon dip, oysters, cubano and fish n chips. The staff was all amazing and next time we are in Vail we will be back here again. Definitely recommend getting reservations this place is always packed.
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Janyce VIP
London7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From front of house to our server Jen the food and drinks all excellent
Mountain StandardResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for the 5 star review! We are so glad you enjoyed your time with us!
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Kelsey VIP
Naples11 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome server and the most delicious food. Everything on the menu is amazing. Best skinny marg!!!
Mountain StandardResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for the 5 star review Kelsey! We hope to have you back soon!
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Beliza VIP
West Palm Beach24 reviews
3.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We have been several times there and I have to say that the overall experience has gone down. Service was painfully slow. Everything took forever and had to be asked for multiple times. The pork chop was quite greasy. The salads and scallops were good
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Jillian VIP
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was awesome. Loved the menu and the food was great. Really delicious.
Mountain StandardResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for the 5 star review Jillian!
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best food! Everything was delicious but the crispy trout and pork chop were unbelievable. Already looking forward to coming back!
Mountain StandardResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for the 5 star review! Hope to have you back soon!
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RAFoodie
Kansas City4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious! Great experience from the get go! We had Tri Tiips, the biscuit, and clam chowder. All were so very good. Service is excellent and people are so friendly. We arrived a bit early and our table was not ready and the restaurant bar was packed, and the host recommended Archetype, the bar a few doors down. The drinks there are a designed by your preference and are absolutely incredible! Great for before or after Mountain Standard. Highly recommend! Enjoy!
Mountain StandardResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for the 5 star review! We are so glad you all enjoyed your time with us and we hope to have you back soon!
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Iva VIP
Washington DC6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was wonderful. We loved our waiter, Ryan. What a friendly and nice guy. Thank you for having us.
Mountain StandardResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for the 5 star review Iva! We will be sure to let Ryan know you enjoyed your time with him!
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FAQs

Mountain Standard offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (970) 476-0123.

Mountain Standard is rated 4.8 stars by 970 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 51 times today

193 Gore Creek Drive, Ste 201, Vail, CO 81657

Additional information

Phone number
(970) 476-0123
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Mtn Standard is located in the heart of the Vail Village, which is a pedestrian village. Take interstate 70 to the Vail exit #176. Proceed through rotary intersections so that you wind up heading East on the So. Frontage Road (ski mountain side of the highway). Go eastbound approx.¼ mile to the Vail Village parking structure. Exit the structure out the middle portal to the south. Go across the Covered Bridge another 75 yards, and go right on Gore Creek Dr. We are down the steps past the Fountain
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Paul Anders

Mountain Standard

Make a reservation

Additional information

Menu

What 970 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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