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Mountain Standard, Vail, CO

Mountain Standard

4.7
4.7
890 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 98 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (970) 476-0123
  • Website
    http://www.mtnstandard.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Paul Anders
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Location
    193 Gore Creek Drive, Ste 201, Vail, CO 81657
  • Neighborhood
    Vail
  • 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
  • Public transit
    The Vail Village free in town bus shuttle is available year round throughout the village. Take the bus to the Covered Bridge stop and proceed as noted below. Free public transportation is also available from East to West Vail into the Transportation Center at the main parking structure.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wine

Menu

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What 890 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mountain Standard in Vail offers "fabulous food and atmosphere" with standout dishes like the pork shank and pimento cheese dip. Guests love the "laid back but very nice" ambiance and "amazing" service. While some find food consistency variable, favorites include the "best" family-style trout and creative, well-executed dishes.

890 Reviews

  1. Wioletta

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing and drinks yummy . Steak was perfectly cooked
    Mountain StandardResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Wioletta for taking the time to write us such a great review! We are so glad you enjoyed your time with us and we cannot wait to see you next time!

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  2. Claire

    VIP

    Chicago

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was all delicious! The lamb Kafka was fantastic! Waitstaff were all very attentive but didn’t feel rushed. It is very loud so hard to have a conversation across the table.

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  3. Madeleine

    VIP

    Miami

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the food, everything was amazing!! The cheese, the new lamb plate, the wedge salad, the onion rings, and of course the snickers bar!! So good!
    Mountain StandardResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Madeleine for the 5 star review! We are so glad you enjoyed your food and time with us!

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  4. Casey

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing dinner at Mountain Standard. All the staff was amazing and accommodating with recommendations and a friendly, personable, yet very professional attitude. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, but also sophisticated and refined. To top it all off, the food was truly world class; amazing flavors and techniques that all combined perfectly together to make each bike more succulent than the previous. The chef even offered to make a vegan entree for my girlfriend which was one of the best dishes I've ever tried in my life. A must stop for anyone traveling through vail. Thank you for the best meal I can remember!!
    Mountain StandardResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review, Casey! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing dinner at Mountain Standard. It's wonderful to know that our team was able to accommodate your needs and that you enjoyed the atmosphere and the food. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again. Cheers!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal and service. Was a little disappointed that we were seated in the kitchen after I had booked the first reservation at midnight one month before.
    Mountain StandardResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5 star review! We are glad you enjoyed your food and the service! For future reservations, please feel free to call us and let us know if you have a preference on tables. When our reservations open 30 days in advance they populate throughout the dining room. If you would like a specific table or would prefer not to be in a certain area we can always note your reservation and do our best to accommodate. We can't promise, but we always do our best to get our guests in an area they will best enjoy their meal. Hope to see you all soon!

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  6. Amy

    VIP

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, atmosphere and service. Lives up to the hype!
    Mountain StandardResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Amy for the 5 star review!

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  7. Ann Alexander

    VIP

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic! Great place for lunch or dinner in Vail
    Mountain StandardResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Ann for the 5 star review! So glad you enjoyed your time with us!

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  8. Taryn

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a really great meal. The oysters were amazing along with the tri tip. I highly recommend this for dinner and especially during the holidays! Kids can come but might be a better date night restaurant.
    Mountain StandardResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review, Taryn! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our tri-tip and oysters during your visit with us. We always strive to provide a memorable dining experience, especially during the holidays. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  9. Elyssa

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always perfect. Our favourite place. Shared the burger and fried chicken sandwich
    Mountain StandardResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Elyssa, thank you for the great review! We're thrilled to hear that we're your favorite place and that you enjoyed our burgers, fried chicken sandwich, and service. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  10. alison

    VIP

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Credit card is Marty Burger Amex We ordered Lamb and never got it. I believe it was on our bill

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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 4.7 stars by 890 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 98 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mountain Standard

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

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Vail
  • 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
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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
  • Public transit
    The Vail Village free in town bus shuttle is available year round throughout the village. Take the bus to the Covered Bridge stop and proceed as noted below. Free public transportation is also available from East to West Vail into the Transportation Center at the main parking structure.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Paul Anders
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.mtnstandard.com/
  • Phone number
    (970) 476-0123
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
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