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    Flagstaff House Restaurant

    4.1 (586 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndFrench, New American
    Closed 5:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Kimberli R.

    Beautiful views and cozy environment. We had drinks at the bar with charcuterie board and a cheese board. Food was delicious. Bloody Mary was tasty. Sat by a fireplace on a rainy evening. My coat was checked into a closet that warmed. Valet parking and reservations are two of my favorite things. Our server was fabulous. Cleanest public bathroom I have ever visited. This is a classy place. We took some pictures from the deck when the rain cleared. Just an awesome experience.

    I love Flagstaff House. Exceptional professional friendly staff. The cuisine is delicious and beautifully served. The setting is magical. Perfect for a special evening, birthday or just a wonderful treat. I have been to Flagstaff House many times and enjoyed it. Highly recommend Flagstaff House. The staff is very attentive. This morning, I was commenting that whoever hires the staff is doing a superb job. Seriously, every one is perfect. I also appreciated the fact that we were not rushed. The five course dining experience was very enjoyable. In addition, the portions are perfect. Not too small or too large so we could enjoy every serving. Thanks to the chef for the beautiful servings - very creative. I look forward to returning. It is expensive but worth it!

    Abraham A.

    Great fine dining experience for a special occasion. The staff is a perfect 10. Valet, hostess, server & food runners. A+ for hospitality. The dishes were beautifully curated. Quality ingredients. Great views.

    We went to Flagstaff House for my son's college graduation, so it was a very special occasion for our family. That said, for the price, I expected the details to be handled more smoothly. I had requested champagne on the table for a toast and had to remind them. They were also supposed to have my son's name printed on each menu, but that was forgotten. The explanation given was that we arrived early, although we were only about 15-20 minutes early and had planned to sit in the bar first. I also later realized that while the five-course prix fixe menu was $185 per person, there were supplemental charges for certain menu items. The wagyu had a $42 upcharge per plate, and the quail had a $12 upcharge. I understand those charges may have been listed in small print on the menu, but my focus that evening was on my son's graduation and our family celebration -- not on studying supplemental pricing. I only noticed the extra charges later when reviewing the receipt and then looking back at the menu. For a group celebration at this price point, I wish those additional costs had been made clearer upfront. The food was creative and visually interesting, but overall it was more adventurous than enjoyable for my personal taste. The courses were small, and several had a gamey flavor that did not appeal to me. Several courses were barely touched by others in our party as well, both men and women, so it was not just my personal preference. At night, the location should offer a beautiful view overlooking Boulder, but the glare from inside the restaurant made it difficult to actually see much out the windows. I can appreciate the artistry behind the menu and the beautiful location, but for such an expensive and meaningful celebration, I expected the food, service details, pricing clarity, and overall experience to feel more polished.

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    Jacqueline D.

    This dinner was an incredible experience! My boyfriend had treated us to this dinner as a belated Christmas gift and it did not disappoint! The service was impeccable and all the staff was very polite and attentive. The food was creative and incredibly delicious! The meal was sprinkled with lots of little surprises and "tastings" throughout which added a very nice touch to the overall experience! We were seated by a window at sunset and the view was post card worthy. Looking forward to going back someday!

    Ellen C.

    My husband and I celebrated our wedding anniversary at The Flagstaff House, and the entire evening was unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, the service and attention to detail were truly next level--even down to personalized menus congratulating us on our anniversary. We chose the signature 4-course experience, and every dish was absolutely outstanding. As a thoughtful touch, we were even sent home with cranberry bread to enjoy the next morning. The staff was warm, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable about both the dishes and the drinks, making the experience seamless and special. If you're considering visiting for the first time, like we were, it's 100% worth it. This is the kind of romantic dining experience you simply won't find anywhere else!

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    Kate H.

    Wonderful food, service, and view. Beautiful and memorable birthday dinner. If you have a special occasion you must enjoy your next event here.

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    Danielle F.

    Single diner review (10/29/2024). I had high expectations for this restaurant on a recent holiday to Boulder and have some mixed feelings about my experience -- let me walk you through them. The food was interesting. As a solo diner I went with the Chef's Tasting Menu as it was the best way to taste as many dishes as possible. I also went for the zero proof pairing (as I had just flown in from DC that morning and didn't want all the alcohol). The highlight of the menu was definitely the Matsutake Dashi (black cod, rabbit sausage, bok choy) which incorporated bitter, umami, salty, and sweet flavors all on one plate. I also really enjoyed the amuse bouche of parmesean cracker with caviar and creme fraiche. I also really enjoyed the zero proof pairing -- all of the drinks were exquisitely prepared and showed a creative and varied approach to beverages. A disappointment was the Magret de Canard with a minuscule serving of duck and overly crusty apple dumplings. The biggest issue of the evening was pacing. I had a reservation for 7pm and my first course was served at 7:42pm (I checked the time stamp on my pictures). This was not because I was indecisive. I had a plan. I had reviewed the menu ahead of time. This was just the pacing of the staff. The other issue was the temperature of the room. I was FREEZING! I was seated in the back of the restaurant on a platform with one other table. The table below me had a space heater next to them. When I mentioned the temp,my waitress suggested I put on my coat. That's a bit disappointing for what is supposedly a fine dining experience. It has a great view of Boulder, but I wouldn't trust them with a special event dinner based on my service. Also, unless there are ramps and elevators I didn't see, this place is not easily accessible for people with mobility challenges. Be prepared for a 3+ hour dinner that should take more like two and plates that are more tastes than courses.

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    Great fine dining experience for a special occasion. The staff is a perfect 10. Valet, hostess, server & food runners. A+ for hospitality. The dishes were beautifully curated. Quality ingredients. Great views.

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    Dorothy G.

    The service was impeccable! Everyone was very friendly and relaxed, despite the elegance of the establishment. The tasting menu was just the right size. The tuna Crudo stood out as one of my favorites with strawberry, pink peppercorn and balsamic. This was paired with a sparkling wine from Kent England which was surprisingly unique, delicious and perfectly paired with the tuna. I also particularly enjoyed the salmon course which was charred perfectly in order to appreciate the crispy skin and the black garlic. The next two courses of meat were very satisfying, with the lamb being my favorite, however who can go wrong with moral mushrooms aside the pork roulade. And they were not shy with the morel mushrooms. I also want to highlight the last wine we tasted which was a sparkling rose from France and absolutely wonderful in its light sweetness and perfect effervescence. Great place for a special birthday!

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    3.5 rounded up... it feels bizarre to rate such a high end restaurant so low but... I have some issues. I want to say that first the service was excellent. I know in Boulder, staff tends to run young because of the university, but they were all lovely and informative. I've lived in the area my whole life and had high expectations. But I can say that at least half of the courses were hard to consume. I absolutely hate wasting high end food. But there were things I left untouched because I couldn't take a second bite. And I know some of that is personal tastes, but based on the opinions from the rest of the group, I wasn't alone. I was SO excited about the venison and "stew" but when it came, one piece of my venison was well done (I ordered medium) and the stew looked like it sat under a heat lamp for an hour... it did not look like they've shown frequently on social media. Also, PLEASE update your online menu to reflect current in-restaurant menu. I came in prepared for lobster for one of the courses based on their online menu and instead my option was soft shell crab, and I couldn't touch it. The views amazing, service great, and the quality of some food excellent. But a lot of it left me feeling meh which sucks. Also sucks that I don't really want to go back

    Paul S.

    As usual this restaurant is 2nd to none !! Celebrated our 45h anniversary last night The service is on par with the best service in the restaurant industry Not sure why but they certainly do deserve a Michelin star, maybe next go around!! Well done again and thanks to the entire staff at Flagstaff!!!!

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    Garry K.

    Near perfect score thwarted by grains of rice. Obviously the view is spectacular. Arriving for an early dinner, we were able to see the city of Boulder transition into nighttime with a near full-mooning as backdrop. Gorgeous. The service from start to finish was impeccable, which is what you expect from a restaurant like this. Waters always filled, clean napkins, foods presented in unison with staff knowledgeable about each meal and ingredient. Our meals and drinks were delicious, with one medium-sized exception, which I'll get to in a minute. The five of us decided to go with the four course dinner. Each dish was presented beautifully, each offered a progression of flavors that was well suited for the meal as a whole. My favorite was the lobster with risotto. Oftentimes this dish can be too heavy and dense, but all the ingredients were proportioned in such a way that the dish was light and flavorful. My main dish was where I met disappointment. I ordered the A5 Wagyu supplement, which came with sticky rice and lightly dusted with furikake. The Asian bent of the dish really intrigued me and I was looking forward to experiencing the flavoring of the meat "bleeding over" to the rice. Sigh. That mark was missed, by yards. The dish was beautifully presented. There was a ring of the medium rare wagyu atop a ring of rice dusted with the furikake. The rice however was cold and coarse, undercooked even. When rice is undercooked it's crumbly and chalky. That's what I experienced with every bite of the rice. I was hoping for warm, sticky, glutinous goodness but instead encountered something entirely unexpected and unwelcome. Again the meal here was fantastic. I really appreciated the rest of the meal and service. However, when you're paying $88 additional dollars for a Wagyu supplement, you should expect perfection.

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    Excellent as always, from the service to the drinks and outstanding food. Love Flagstaff House!

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    Ask the Community - Flagstaff House Restaurant

    What time does the bar lounge open? Is there a menu for the bar/lounge? Do you take reservations for the bar/lounge?

    Good morning!! Yes, that have a lounge area where you can have a cocktail and bite! They open at… Read more

    Are there any vegan options?

    Yes, They have a variety of vegan options. We hosted a dinner here and we had a few vegan friends - they were very satisfied with the options. Vegan options here seemed interesting for sure!

    Do they offer brunch?

    Hi, Sasha. Flagstaff House Restaurant does not offer brunch. The restaurant opens at 6pm every evening.

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