Sidework

4.8

618 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Dec 19, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Charming
Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails

-- Side Work Open December 16th! --

Side Work is a cozy Spanish American lounge in an intimate setting that offers a full menu composed of seasonal sharable plates, rotating craft cocktails, and an extensive, well curated wine list.

Our Chef comes with years of Michelin Star background experience that helps propel Side Work to new heights & expectations- creating a dining experience like no other. Side Work has won Taste of Telluride's "People's Choice" Winner for 2 years in a row with our seasonally composed menu items- Achiote Pineapple Cured Hamachi and Dominic's Ceviche.

Side Work Restaurant has a strict 24 hour Cancelation Policy. Any 'day of' cancelations will result in a fee of $65 per person.
We do not offer a designated kid's menu. Please understand that our menu is not designed to accommodate the expectations of younger diners, however, we will do our best to find items off our menu that we believe younger diners will enjoy.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Spanish
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(970) 728-5618
Website
https://www.sideworkspeakeasy.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Tara Ugarte
Private party facilities
Looking for us to host a private event for you? We have hosted weddings, rehearsal dinners, and cocktail parties alike. Side Work can seat up to 40 guests comfortably & we can offer passed canapes, cocktail service, seated coursed dinner, & even special occasion desserts. Contact us at sideworkstrut@gmail.com or give us a call for any information.

Location
225 S Pine St, Telluride, CO 81435
Neighborhood
Telluride
Cross street
S. Pine St and W. San Juan Ave
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Caviar Eggs
caviar, chive puree, creme fraiche, smoke salmon
Tangerine Marinated Olives & Manchego
baguette, maldon, boccorones
Wild Mushroom Croquettes
truffle aioli
Spanish Octopus
paprika chickpeas, chorizo, jalapeno chimichurri, aji amarillo
Pork & Pepper Empanada
proscuitto, roasted red pepper, romesco sauce

FROM THE FIELD

Lobster Bisque
cheddar biscuit, lobster oil, chive, saffron
Beet & Blood Orange
golden beets, feta, sumac, champagne vinaigrette
Green Apple Spinach Salad
prosecco marinated grapes, gorgonzola, sugar pecan, maple apple cider vinaigrette
Truffle Risotto
truffle butter, snap peas, beech mushrooms, parmesan
Blue Grouse Bread
whipped butter

MAINS

Whole Roasted Branzino
grapefruit & fennel salad, olive & sun dried tomato whipped puree, pine nuts, citrus aioli
Citrus Poached Salmon
creamed spinach, crispy sweet potato, citrus buerre blanc
8oz Filet Mignon
parmesan crusted filet, roasted brussel sprouts, confit pearl onion, bacon lardon, natural beef essence
Za'atar Airline Chicken
butternut puree, herb couscous, preserve lemon, roasted almonds, chicken jus
Herb Crusted Lamb
whipped feta puree, vegetable tian, frisee salad

What 618 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
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Mountains
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Sidework offers a remarkable dining experience in Telluride, praised for its "best food" and "exceptional staff." Guests love its "creative dishes cooked perfectly," including standout favorites like ceviche, Branzino, and grilled octopus. With a "romantic vibe" and "wonderful food," it's a must-visit for a memorable meal.

618 Reviews

J
Jodi
Denver
47 reviews
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous meal in a cozy quaint restaurant with excellent service!
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Jeff
VIP
Dallas
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came to Sidework for an early dinner. The oysters and the spring pea risotto were fantastic
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LauraJoffrion
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the deviled eggs, burrata snd peaches, split pea risotto, and the salmon entree. Every bite was impeccable. The staff was delightful and the ambience was stunning. What a charming place to enjoy a beautiful meal. Thank you!
SideworkResponded on September 13, 2024
Thank you Laura! Cheers- Team Side Work
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TIMOTHY
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, layers of flavor. Atmosphere awesome and staff was very friendly. Don’t miss out on this gem
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Julie
VIP
Denver
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Sidework! I think their fish dishes are amazing; the cocktails are fun; and we try to come there every time we’re in Telluride.
SideworkResponded on September 5, 2024
Thank you so much Julie for your kind review. We look forward to seeing you again on your next visit through Telluride! Cheers- Team Side Work
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Catherine
VIP
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were graciously helped by lovely “Sky”. She was informative, professional& friendly. I Our food did not disappoint. Hamachi was a poem! Chicken meatballs delish!
SideworkResponded on September 5, 2024
Thank you Catherine. We will be sure to let Skye know about your kind words towards her. Cheers until next time!
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david
San Diego
48 reviews
4.0
48 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Branzino entree was very nicely prepared. Enough to share from 2. Hamachi crudo was excellent. Salad with blueberries was messy to eat.
SideworkResponded on September 5, 2024
Thank you for your review David. We apologize that you found the blueberry salad messy to eat, we can only hope that at least enjoyed it. We appreciate the honesty and will share your feedback with the chef. Thank you- Team Side Work
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Kelly
Charleston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The gazpacho. Delicious. The salmon and branzino are also. Great staff, great service! Thank you!
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LuAnne
Dallas
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We LOVE Sidework-for appetizers don’t miss the ceviche, peach and burrata and hamachi. Main courses- the tomahawk steak, branzino and the risotto with shrimp are all to die for!!! Service was efficient and friendly- love this place!
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Holly
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had oysters, peach salad, duck and fish. Delicious
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FAQs

Sidework is rated 4.8 stars by 618 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 19, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

225 S Pine St, Telluride, CO 81435

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
S. Pine St and W. San Juan Ave
Neighborhood
Telluride
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Spanish
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Tara Ugarte
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.sideworkspeakeasy.com/
Phone number
(970) 728-5618
Private party facilities
Looking for us to host a private event for you? We have hosted weddings, rehearsal dinners, and cocktail parties alike. Side Work can seat up to 40 guests comfortably & we can offer passed canapes, cocktail service, seated coursed dinner, & even special occasion desserts. Contact us at sideworkstrut@gmail.com or give us a call for any information.

Sidework

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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Ice Cream Trio

Selection Oysters

Mushroom Risotto

RAW/SMOKE/CURE

Selection Oysters

Jamon Iberico

Achiote Pinapple Hamachi

Burrata & Iberico

SMALLS TO SHARE

Caviar Eggs

Tangerine Marinated Olives & Manchego

Wild Mushroom Croquettes

Spanish Octopus

Pork & Pepper Empanada

FROM THE FIELD

Lobster Bisque

Beet & Blood Orange

Green Apple Spinach Salad

Truffle Risotto

Blue Grouse Bread

MAINS

Whole Roasted Branzino

Citrus Poached Salmon

8oz Filet Mignon

Za'atar Airline Chicken

Herb Crusted Lamb

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

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Is Sidework currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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