Great drink and food deals. Inside is a great old time pub. Bartender makes you any drink you want,…read moreand is secure enough to let you order your own tweaks.

Cool speakeasy area! Seems like a fun night spot on the weekends too we went here for apres skiread more

Me and my family visited Gessner last weekend for dinner while staying at Grand Hyatt. The ambiance…read moreis really nice, very classy with those mountain views, but the food was a bit hit and miss :( We ordered the chicken breast, which I was really looking forward to. The meat quality was good, no doubt, but it was lacking that punch of flavor. it felt a bit bland, like they forgot to add something. My wife got the pesto pasta, which was better, but still too dry for our liking. It had good flavor, but needed more sauce to make it perfect. Service was excellent. The presentation of dishes was nice, though, and the place is super clean and fancy. Overall, it was above average.

Atmosphere is quite nice weather you are sitting outside or inside beautiful view of trees,…read moremountains and river agnostic of the season. Service is friendly and tried to be accommodative. Most the dishes we ordered for breakfast were quite bland: think hospital food. The chilaquiles were particularly disappointing, and the Ava avocado toast was average at best. The elk sausage was an interesting savory novelty but it could be a little less salty. Overall space, ambiance, and service were in line with my expectation but the food was a miss.

I was in the mood for some wine tasting and since I couldn't get to a vineyard. I decide to my own…read morewine tasting. Jeremy was very nice. He was not only our bartender but was also one of the owner along with Samantha who I got to meet for the first time. Everyone was so friendly and was definitely a win connoisseur. I love their happy hour from Vail. Everything was price reasonable. I love that you could get any wine for 3 ounce for half the price. That allowed me to try almost every wine on the list. Yes. I was very happy when I left It's definitely a hidden gem. Will try to come back!

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.

Food was excellent and the ambiance was great. A ton of gluten free options and very dog friendly .read more

Thank you all the Westside Café. Thank you very much for the executive service and excellent food…read more A big shout out to Tommy, Paula,Dennis, Diego,Arson and the best three owners of any establishment in Vail... Mike, Steve and Ryan You're second to none. Ed

**15/10; iconic, must be protected at all costs**…read more My girlfriend and I are in Vail for the weekend to watch dogs jump into water, as one does. We're staying at the Grand Hyatt, which has been... fine. Meh, if we're being honest. A local recommended Mountain Standard, so we tried to make a reservation on OpenTable and quickly learned they were booked solid until tomorrow (a great data point, btw). But, being the swarthy pirates that we are, we showed up anyway; and thank sweet baby Jesus, we found two seats at the bar. Our barkeep, Gummow, a fellow swarthy pirate, was excellent in every possible way. His bar back, Rowan, could not have been a better support man. Together, they delivered the kind of service that makes you remember why hospitality is an art form. And the food? Absolutely to die for. My girlfriend had the oxtail, and I had the mock paella. Both were incredible. The service, the food, the environment; every facet was dialed in. We will be going back tomorrow for lunch, possibly dinner, and possibly to inquire about monthly rent. As a former service industry worker myself, real recognize real. This place and these people are it. Mountain Standard is iconic and must be protected at all costs.

Very busy on a Wednesday. Overall a great experience but there's no AC inside and with it being…read morecrowded, it was warm. MAKE A RESERVATION We did not. They were able to get us in with a 30 minute wait. We got lucky and sat at the bar while we waited. I had a margarita while I waited and on an empty stomach it hit quick. We ate the Pimento cheese that was delicious and split a biscuit. Pimento cheese was delicious. For the main meal we had the Oxtail ravioli and the Pork Shank. The Oxtail was delicious but didn't look appetizing. The pork shank was delicious Little pricy but overall a nice experience.

Okay, first the food. Incredible wings, perfectly spicy. The smash burger and fish and chips were…read morefabulous. But the best part? The server was amazing!! So attentive and entertaining. He had us laughing the whole time!

The 4th star here can be accredited to the short rib Mac and cheese. Absolutely hit the spot after…read morea long day of skiing, and haven't found another dish like it in Vail. A little bit secluded from the rest of Vail Village, but easily accessible with the Vail shuttles. Would definitely go back.

The food had great presentation with great flavor flavors. The lump blue crab bucatini was the…read morefavorite item. I probably would not order the lamb again although the lamb sausage part of the dish was amazing, I think other items on the menu might have been a better choice. Cocktails and service were great but be careful if you order something magical, it comes in a unicorn cup. I was glad my wife ordered it and not me, lol. Not pictured is a Hamachi Crudo appetizer, which was very tasty. The sticky toffee pudding cake reminded me of desserts. I've had another nice restaurants - they made it special for us without the peanut brittle and I bet it is even better with the brittle. The ambience in the restaurant was perfect with light background music, and the hum of people's conversation yet you couldn't distinctly overhear a singular conversation and could easily converse with your table.

If you are looking for a high end restaurant with an amazing view and delicious food, sweet basil…read moreis the place for you! I have been here many times over the years but my recent visit was by far the best! We started off with the whipped feta appetizer, which was very big and definitely shareable. The feta was so smooth and creamy and paired well with the cracker and honey. Next I had the filet mignon. This was out of this world. Filet was so tender and delicious. It would have been great on its own but the sauce was delicious along with all the accompaniments! It was a very thoughtful meal. Others in my party had the halibut and lamb and both were amazing! We did not have dessert this time but I have had the sticky toffee pudding and it's amazing!!! The only reason I am not giving 5 stars is because one of the halibuts came out a little cold. This place is expensive, so be prepared but honestly it's so good o can't even get mad at the price!

Bully Ranch is a must-visit every time I'm in Vail Village. It has the perfect cozy mountain…read moreatmosphere, a beautiful patio, and such a welcoming feel. The servers are always incredibly friendly and make you feel right at home. And then there's the food... INCREDIBLE! The burger is always a solid go-to, the ribs are phenomenal, and the wings are hands down the best in the entire state of Colorado! The truffle tots never disappoint either. And if you somehow still have room for dessert, the cookie skillet is an absolute MUST. Whether you're visiting Vail or a local looking for a great spot, I can't recommend Bully Ranch enough. Every time I'm in town, it's at the top of my list!

I was extremely impressed with this restaurant as we tried it due to the amount of variety and…read moregluten free options for my niece. All staff were extremely polite The vibe was ranch style ( I know it's in the name) but extremely clean The food was very delicious! The burgers were flavorful without being dry. The pastas were creamy and my kids ate it up without a problem. The salads were large and had very fresh ingredients. While it is on the pricier side, most of these locations are...but you don't always get what you pay for. In this situation, you definitely do!