Really surprised by all the good reviews. The food was bad. Like bad bad. Beans were so watery and…read moreflavorless, and same with rice and the steak was chewy. Very much feels frozen to on your plate. Lots and lots of good authentic Mexican in the valley, this is not it.

Great Food & Service…read more I would go their again and highly recommended for anyone********

Great, quick stop and only place open at the time and season we came…read more The food was delicious and better than most Mexican restaurants and cheaper. This is one of the few places I'll get chicken tacos because their chicken is so tasty. Also had the birria. They had an energetic order taker who is very nice and kept our chips refilled. They have a self-serve salsa bar with some very tasty salsas. Great variety of heat level too. The atmosphere is decent as it's right next to the parking garage and there was some construction going on. Would definitely come back.

A short stroll above the rippled waters of Gore Creek, you'll find La Cantina nestled, it seems,…read morefor all eternity in the Transit Center. It is where quantity awkwardly overshadows quality. The tortillas: sorta gluey, at best, disregard hope of a joyous meal. The oversized portions possess the finesse of a Midwestern Mexican chain. Extra rice? No doubt. Extra refried beans? You're probably in luck. But, are they reconstituted? Thankfully, I don't think so. If you're into overhearing "good bus gossip" while consuming food of medial intrigue, this might resonate.

Great spot to have lunch and be able to see the action. Went in for a late lunch on a Sunday and…read morewas sat right away. The food was very good. The torta had legit carne asada. Very savory. Quick and fast service very enjoyable lunch. Would definitely come again and recommend.

Dropped in for a quick lunch while touring Vail Village on foot. It was a nice day, so we decided…read moreto sit outside and watch the skiers do their thing. It was extremely busy so our waitress forgot some of our orders and was hard to get her attention at times. The tacos were good, my favorite being the lobster taco with the pineapple slaw. I don't know if it's because they're in a prime location that they overlook the details But this place has great promise!

The tacos and corn salad were delicious! Service was very friendly and personable. I would…read moredefinitely eat here again as a reasonably priced option in Vail

The good the bad and the ugly. My daughter had the black bean and quinoa salad and thought it was…read moregood, several people had tacos and said they were ok. I had chicken fajitas and it was below average, the rice was blah the beans were not good and the fish had no flavor at all. The service was ok, had to ask twice to get the check. The ambience is meh. The place looks a bit run down our table looked worn and dirty. Overall I would say skip this place for now until they put some effort into the food and spruce up the tables

The ambience is your typical Mexican restaurant with Mexican music in the background. Excellent…read morestaff tentative to detail. The food was very good as well. I had the carne asada burrito and they made it "keto" for me so I didn't have the rice or the flour tortilla.

We were at Minturn for the Salon. Unfortunately the salon didn't open. We're here for the quail in…read morethe salon. So we decided to have the Mexican restaurant for make up location. The place has a lot of Mexican. However, to compare to where I am from, their Mexican food is average. We got the mixed protein fajitas. The dish has shrimp, beef and chicken. I feel they can do better by marinating the chicken and beef. The dish come with tortillas skin, rice, fried bean, and vegetables. The chip is complimentary for all customers. Service is good.

Visiting Vail for a quick getaway a few weekends ago made me realize (again) that this mountain…read moretown renowned for exhilarating outdoor activities is a foodie destination with so many options to choose from Michelin-recognized restaurants to something more casual. And to stumble upon this chic and inconspicuous cocktail bar in the busy downtown was something I wasn't expecting and became a treat after a nice stroll through the town after dinner in my hotel room. From the moment I stepped inside, I knew I was at the place where my heart was calling for. There were two gents at the bar and one of them warmly greeted me and said I could sit anywhere I would like. I hence picked one of the bar seats. Except one table that was occupied by a couple I was the only one. I appeared to have picked the right time; I had the whole bar to myself (eventually though, several different groups of people streamed in; only a few of them sat at the bar close to me. The bar was spacious enough to comfortably accommodate a little over 10 people.) Jeremy, who greeted me upon arrival, was a super host. As soon as I explained that wine is my usual got-to, he said he could mix and match reds and whites to create a "flight" based on what I had told him as to my likings. His extensive explanations as to what sorts of reds and whites the bar offers/serves was (of course) all in his memory. His eloquent speech with no filler words truly impressed me; he sure is a wine connoisseur. What he picked for me were... -2024 Pepiere "Les Gras Moutons" (Muscadet) -Kobal "Bajta", Hazole Belo (aka Orange Wine) -Sandlands "Red Table Wine (Lodi Red Blend) With his wealth of knowledge, after giving him only a hint of what I liked, what Jeremy selected for me to sample/sip was a superb choice. All of them were world-class excellence with elegance and beauty. I carefully and slowly sipped each one little by little to truly immerse myself in the art of wine. Yes, wine is a piece of art for sure. I think I said it correctly at the beginning of this review. This is a cocktail bar with variety of spirits which Jeremy could easily concoct just about anything from gin-based one to vodka-based one to tequila-based ones to whiskey-based one to name several. For those who don't drink, their zero-proof section also has something interesting to browse and choose. Not to mention, rotating pilsner or IPA on tap to name a few from the beer section as well. If you need a little bite to eat, their (changing) food menu has a good number of New American-style plates. The bar originally opened in a different building back in 2015 (I believe). They moved to the current location in 2019. They also offer various different classes so you can expand/extend your knowledge. So for your next foodie vacation in Vail, make sure to include Root & Flower in your list.

For the second half of our girls night, my friend picked Root & Flower. The atmosphere is…read morebeautifully elevated, making it the perfect sophisticated spot to continue a long conversation. Price: Expect standard Vail pricing for high-end cocktails, with most drinks ranging between $16-$20. Customer Service: The service was fantastic. The staff was incredibly kind and efficient; even though we stayed for quite a while to catch up, we felt welcomed and well-attended to the entire night. Atmosphere This spot has a cool, welcoming vibe that feels very safe. It's the kind of environment where you can really settle in and enjoy the company you're with. The Drinks I ordered the Sangre del Sol. The flavor was amazing, though be warned it is very strong! It's an excellent choice if you enjoy a cocktail with a serious kick, but I ended up letting my friend finish mine after a few sips. Overall Experience I highly recommend Root & Flower for a beautiful setting and top-tier service. Pro Tip: A huge bonus for this location is the parking! You can park for free after 3 PM at the S. Frontage Rd. East garage right nearby. I'll definitely be back!

For reference my 5 star experience was in the gondola. Highly recommend doing this though while in…read moreVail! Definitely felt like I was back in a Switzerland ski town! The gondola is cool because we had our own speak to play whatever we pleased! It felt very private and intimate which I really enjoyed. I loved the decor throughout the restaurant and our gondola had cute little touches as well. For example they had a coo coo clock that when off every hour. For drinks I tried their feuerzangenbowle and the muled wine. My husband got a Hugo spritz and jagertee. I loved my drinks the feuerzangenbowle uses flambé which was so cool!, it's pretty similar to the muled wine. Muled wine is always a favorite of mine when the weather gets cold! Our server was awesome and super attentive. He answered any questions we had and was very friendly. The gondolas have a set menu we ended up ordering more that was on the set menu since I wanted fondue and my husband wanted the raclette. We added on a fondue, ordered the raclette that came on our fixed menu and added on steak, along with the pretzel that comes as an appetizer. The food was really good, I think it is also just so cozy and suiting for the cold weather! Fondue and raclette are also just such a fun way to dine! Highly recommend and definitely will be back just to try the standard experience too without the gondola.

Alpenrose is a fun German restaurant in Vail with a cozy, alpine-inspired atmosphere. The outdoor…read morepatio is especially cute, and the inside continues the charming German theme. It's a popular spot, so I definitely recommend making a reservation. The menu isn't huge, but it offers a nice selection of traditional German favorites like bratwurst, schnitzel, fondue, and desserts. The food was enjoyable, and it was a fun dining experience, especially if you're looking to try classic German cuisine.