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Mountain Standard

Mountain Standard

American Restaurant$$$$
Vail
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8.8/10
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    Chesney H.
    "Hot Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake made this place"(5 Tips)
    Exclusive Resorts
    "The "Hot Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake" is unforgettable."(4 Tips)
    fabio r.
    "Try the pot pie and truffle fries at lunchtime."(3 Tips)
    Greg G.
    "I love the pork shank."(3 Tips)
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  • Katrina S.heart icon on user image
    Katrina StreichJanuary 23, 2015
    Absolutely nothing will disappoint here. Fantastic for both lunch and dinner. The buttermilk fried chicken sandwich and truffle fries are musts for lunch, and the confit pork belly for a starter.
  • Miguel B.heart icon on user image
    Miguel BAApril 10, 2016
    I honestly didn't wanna come here because it's the most expensive around ($100 pp), but it was the best dinner I had in vail. Try the ahi tuna, the king crab tostada and the fillet mignon.
  • CNN
    CNNAugust 6, 2014
    Sweet Basil's been the standard of the fine dining. Choose from some 500 selections off the wine list, sip an artisan cocktail & try dishes like salmon tartare & a truffle-braised pork cheek raviolo. Read more
  • Jason R.
    Jason ReiffApril 1, 2013
    Easily one of the best restaurants I have ever been to. Everything that came to our table was not just good but outstanding. The quail, beet salad, and pork chop were all incredibly delicious! Go here
  • Kara C.
    Kara CAugust 11, 2017
    Small menu. The tomato tower has 1 single fried green tomato. Truffle fries are a must. The ahi tuna sandwich runs on the dainty side. The burger was amazing!
  • Susie H.
    Susie HuxfordNovember 14, 2013
    We love to come here for an amazing dinner and fantastic cocktails. Be prepared for a crowd because of this restaurants wonderful reputation. If you are in a hurry, this is not the restaurant for you.
  • Brittney P.heart icon on user image
    Brittney PotterJanuary 24, 2020
    We were here for lunch started off with fire roasted cauliflower which we all were not fans of, very bold taste. The shrimp & grits were amazing.
  • Jenn C.
    Jenn CoughlinDecember 31, 2018
    The bison tartare and trout entree were fantastic. Great cocktails - in particular, the espresso martini - and an outstanding bourbon selection.
  • Aaron A.heart icon on user image
    Aaron AllonJuly 8, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Some of the best food in CO. Go to favorites include - chicken liver pate, shrimp & grits, pimento cheese, wedge salad, and pork shank
  • Patrick M.
    Patrick ManusJune 11, 2018
    Very good dinner, right by the creek. Go with the Pork if looking for meat, steak is only OK. Whenever some sort of sauce is ordered the kitchen does this loud shouting thing, look out for that.
  • Paul S.
    Paul SuwanDecember 15, 2012
    They have the full menu at the bar and it's first come, first served so if you want to eat here but don't have a reservation (or are a solo diner), the bar is a great option!
  • Joey J.heart icon on user image
    Joey JFebruary 18, 2015
    The Boulder Chicken breast was great. Portions are on the smaller side though. If you have room, try the Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake.
  • Greg G.heart icon on user image
    Greg GordonDecember 22, 2017
    The olives are super tasty. I love the pork shank. They change their menu regularly and it’s always top notch.
  • Susan J C.
    Susan J CampbellSeptember 4, 2015
    Bacon appetizer is beyond fabulous, tuna and lamb great, sticky toffee pudding great--is there anything not great at this restaurant?
  • Marcela Elzheart icon on user image
    Marcela ElzFebruary 10, 2021
    King crab, pork and stake delicious also the margaritas spicy
  • Vin C.
    Vin CrosbieJune 22, 2011
    Wonderful lunch. A fine demonstration of fresh ingredients imaginatively (no negative inference) prepared; fine service; and prices that leave you pleasantly surprised.
  • Jake B.heart icon on user image
    Jake BakerMarch 18, 2013
    Book a reservation far in advance - this place is always packed. Great food and worth finding your way here.
  • Konstantinheart icon on user image
    KonstantinJanuary 24, 2019
    Delicious all across. Pork shank and beef cheeks.
  • Brandon F.
    Brandon FischerJanuary 11, 2013
    Wow! Highly recommend! 3 of us ordered the Ahi Tuna, Venison, and Mahi Mahi - all were flawless!
  • Chris B.heart icon on user image
    Chris BaileyFebruary 20, 2022
    Both food and drink are outstanding.
  • Justin F.
    Justin FjeldosMay 27, 2013
    Great lunch experience! Wonderful service and delicious food! Try the Rocky Mountain Trout...Awesome flavor.
  • Timothy B.heart icon on user image
    Timothy BatesDecember 23, 2017
    A gustatory delight, some excellent staff, and a cosy, friendly vibe!
  • Max K.heart icon on user image
    Max KJanuary 5, 2018
    The pimento cheese is amazing!
  • Amber R.
    Amber RachaelJanuary 3, 2014
    Consistently great! Food and service were fabulous! The best restaurant in Vail!
  • P. D.heart icon on user image
    P. D.January 4, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Extremely solid. Great service and servers. Great food.
  • Rebecca M.
    Rebecca MazzaJanuary 23, 2013
    For an appetizer get the sweetbreads or fois gras. And they really do have the "perfect" margarita.
  • Trinitys C.
    Trinitys ChildMarch 21, 2010
    worked here for about a year. high profile bottom of the mountain, place to be seen and to see. great food. 300 long wine list. try the basil mary's if they still have them.
  • Soxinlyheart icon on user image
    SoxinlyJune 20, 2016
    They have a best duck in the world!
  • Exclusive Resorts
    Exclusive ResortsSeptember 23, 2011
    The "Hot Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake" is unforgettable. This is one of the finest restaurants in Vail.
  • Jim S.
    Jim SchulzFebruary 23, 2014
    One of the best in Vail. A must do anytime I'm in Vail or Beaver Creek.
  • Rachel L.
    Rachel LDecember 25, 2014
    Try the rack of lamb and black truffle risotto. Amazing food !!
  • Chesney H.
    Chesney HellmuthJanuary 10, 2012
    The Cauliflower bisque, Colorado Lamb T-bone and Hot Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake made this place my favorite restaurant.
  • jose juan m.heart icon on user image
    jose juan montesJanuary 28, 2015
    Good service, lobster quiche, and great wine selection
  • Philip W.
    Philip WinslowDecember 29, 2012
    Karl is the best bartender in Vail. Try his creations and listen to his wine recommendations.
  • Lani M.heart icon on user image
    Lani MMarch 1, 2020
    Cocktail w white choc bacon did not disappoint
  • Vail
    VailMarch 5, 2012
    Wonderful for lunch, fantastic for dinner - be sure to make a reservation!
  • Ericu D.heart icon on user image
    Ericu DesuJune 19, 2016
    Cookie plate was warm and delicious.
  • Matt M.
    Matt MitrickFebruary 4, 2014
    Pork Ribeye was solid!
  • Webb H.
    Webb HendersonDecember 22, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    The Portuguese rotisserie chicken is INSANE.
  • Kara F.
    Kara FisherJanuary 7, 2011
    Probably my favorite restaurant of all time. Try the pecorino & pear ravioli or anything with lamb
  • Kacey S.
    Kacey StotesberyApril 4, 2014
    Amazing buffalo strip!!!!
  • Kelly M.
    Kelly Moriarty WolfJune 12, 2013
    Scallop Quinoa salad on the lunch menu is awesome!
  • Bill D.
    Bill DAlessandroMarch 10, 2012
    Try the cocktail menu - the Hendrick's Haze and Elder Orange are both awesome.
  • Bill D.
    Bill DAlessandroMarch 10, 2012
    The braised pork chop and lamb t-bones were both fantastic.
  • Kit L.
    Kit LauMarch 18, 2014
    Their ahi tuna and toffee pudding is nice
  • Jean-Marc H.heart icon on user image
    Jean-Marc HalboutAugust 17, 2013
    Flat iron and trout a must!
  • Madison L.heart icon on user image
    Madison Levin-EpsteinJanuary 5, 2013
    A great dinning experience -- start to finish
  • Bonnie M.
    Bonnie MayMarch 3, 2011
    Very good Prosecco by the glass and excellent food and service as always .
  • Tim M.
    Tim McCoolMay 21, 2013
    The lamb shank was amazing!
  • Bradley S.heart icon on user image
    Bradley ShiveAugust 8, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Shrimp & Grits FTW
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