The food had great presentation with great flavor flavors. The lump blue crab bucatini was the favorite 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. read more

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Great place with very good food. Menu is limited but that's usually a good thing in my opinion. This is a Michelin acknowledged place, but food was not as spectacular as I would have thought. Still very good though. Lively and loud bar but most hotspot bars are. Restaurant Reservations especially on a weekend or special event required, I'd say. Service was prompt, attentive and professional. Would I go back? For sure read more

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The sommelier might have been a little too enthusiastic (or maybe I was ), but the rest of the food definitely made up for it. Highlight of the night: the chicken nugget with caviar. Yes, you read that right--and it was actually amazing. Such a fun, unexpected combo that somehow worked perfectly. Between the laughs, good company, and some standout dishes, it ended up being a really enjoyable night. Would I go back? Probably--for those nuggets alone! read more

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This review could be the result of extremely high expectations not met as it is one of 2 Michelin recommended restaurants in Vail. To start the decor is nice and comfortable with a nice view of the river through large windows. One complaint here being the restaurant was uncomfortably hot. I took off my sweater. The service was outstanding and our waitress was awesome, and so nice!! But the food...It was nothing special and we had nearly everything on their menu amongst the 5 of us in our party. I could make this review tediously long by reviewing each item, but the common complaint I have for just about everything was that they were all pretty bland. No real flavor. Meh.. The desserts were slightly better with the toffee dish being a winner, the others were again nothing special. Would I go here again? Not likely as there are far better options we've been to in Vail. But this place is alright. Meh... read more

Absolutely phenomenal. One of the best meals I've ever had! The chicken with caviar was so fun and unique. The waitress couldn't have been better. Atmosphere was beautiful- sat right over the creek. The folks around us were so friendly, and we became quick friends. read more

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Comfortable setting and friendly servers. We like to try multiple menu items and while the choices are limited, everything we tried was delicious. The portions were small, but had great flavor and presentation. The children's menu was a hit with multiple choices. Would love to see more variety on the menu or include the lunch menu options with the dinner menu. read more

Sweet Basil - Whipped Feta and Fried Chicken and Caviar - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

Sweet Basil is our go to special occasion restaurant when spending time in Vail. The atmosphere is modern yet cozy, befitting a mountain town. There is a welcoming bar as you enter, with several different dining spaces, each with its own intimate feel. I've never had a bad meal here and every time we take guests they are blown away! On our most recent visit over the winter holiday season, my partner and I had another wonderful experience. Our server was knowledgeable, attentive and non-obtrusive. I am pescatarian and gluten free and they were attentive to my dietary needs. We split the tuna and octopus appetizers, both absolutely delicious. For entrees I had the trout which was delicate but flavorful and my partner enjoyed the lamb. Portion sizes are fitting of fine dining, enough to be satisfied while not being stuffed. My favorite in Vail Village! It can be a hard reservation to get in season - they start booking 30 days out so plan ahead! read more

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This is an amazing restaurant. We came for lunch and thankfully there was availability. I would definitely suggest making reservations to make sure you have a spot since this place is located in the heart of Vail. From the moment you walk in, the place is warm and inviting and has a killer bar. We sat towards the back of the restaurant near the window overlooking the creek. The menu is small but the food is spectacular. We went with the Caesar salad to start which was very fresh. I loved the dressing. It was tangy with hints of mustard and the saltiness of the anchovies. For entree we went with the special of the day which was a 6oz filet with truffle fries and a bone marrow sauce. It was cooked to perfection and very flavorful on its own. The bone marrow sauce really just added another layer to the steak. The fries were crisp and the truffle was not overpowering. Highly recommend stopping by for some delicious food and great ambiance for a date night. read more

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We were in the Vail, Colorado area and found this cute warm place for lunch. I noticed 4 stars but in my opinion, it deserves 5 stars. We were seated immediately for lunch and got great seats in the back with an amazing view. Our waiter was amazing and friendly. We tried their Caesar salad which was so flavorful and had fresh crisp lettuce. It does come with anchovies. So if you're sensitive to that then I recommend not to get it. Their special that day was the steak frites. It was a 6 oz filet mignon and fries. We paired it with their red blend wine and it was a dream lunch. Very fancy interior and great vibes. This is the place we needed to relax and have a glass of wine and a delicious meal. read more

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Came for Après! Love the vibe and the staff. I only ordered shrimp toast & a local cider. 2026 winter menu looks great. Michelin Guide spot. Gotta love Vail. read more

Sweet Basil - shrimp toast - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

This place was our favorite dinner spot in Vail. The menu changes frequently so I appreciate recent reviews with pictures. The food is always delicious. Parking is free in the VTC garage. I wish it just wasn't so super expensive but once in a while, it's a really nice treat. We usually can't get a reservation so we try our luck at the bar and have been seated there the last two times. It's always fun to chat up others and we met a couple of fun ladies sitting next to us. Tyler was our server and took good care of us. Food... we ordered the Caesar salad. It was good but the last time we had it, it was very memorable and more crisp and citrus in a way that really made us want to come back for it. We tried the foie gras bateau. I really like the rich taste of foie gras, so the mango gel really overpowered the foie gras so I just ate it separately in layers. I wouldn't order it again. Beef tenderloin was cooked perfectly throughout for medium rare but it could've been a touch more flash seared on a pan or grill. I enjoyed eating the mushroom with the steak. The turnips didn't have much flavor and the stems were hard to cut on the rough stone plate with a steak knife. The Super Tuscan wine was very nice. Tyler described it well that it was peppery and bold. Most times we've really been impressed with our meal but this night was a little disappointing for such a large $240 bill for 2. I'm not sure we'll be back anytime soon. There are a lot of options at this price point in town so we might try something else next time. read more

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It's been a few years since I've been back, and Sweet Basil (and their sister restaurant, Mountain Standard) remain our go-to places in the Vail village. As of recently, they got some recognition for their cocktail program, which is well deserved. Since I reviewed it previously, I don't want to re-hash everything, but here are some highlights: 1. Cocktails: great cocktail program - The Fifth Leaf: vodka based with bnanana, pandan, shiso - Something Magical: rum based, with passion fruit, aperol, lemon in a really fun unicorn cup 2. Wines: wine director is great - he's very approachable and personable, and based on his very specifically curated list, our tastes are very aligned 3. Special menus: the dedicated vegetarian menu is unique in vail, and they have a great kids' menu, including a hot deal ice cream 4. Food: highlights the night we went included the ricotta gnocchi, Icelandic cod, and lump blue crab bucatini 5. Dessert: sticky toffee pudding was on point, and the igloo was fun for the kids 6. Service: attentive, not intrusive, and I appreciate the manager coming by personally to check in There's a reason why after all these years, it's still so hard to get a table here. Note: they are open for lunch some days of the week. Definitely make reservations ahead of time for dinner! read more

Wow! What a lunch. Started with a 1/2 btl of Guy Lamardier Grand Cru Bubbles with Truffle Fries, Crispy Shrimp & Calamari and Corn Cappelletti then moved on to a 1/2 bottle of Chateau Cantermerle with Ricotta Gnocchi and Lombardi Brothers Loin Burger. Great wine program; particularly like the great 1/2 btl selections. Everything was amazing. Staff professional and Friendly. Beautiful space. Will be back! read more

Sweet Basil - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

Heard great things about Sweet Basil, so we recently had a chance to visit. The food is delicious and inventive. They have a very extensive bar and cocktail list, winning awards. Happy that there was a kid's menu and we also saw that nearly half the tables at dinner had kids. read more

I was looking forward to trying a Michelin start restaurant. We sat by the bar and started w a bubbly rosé. We came in New Year's Day after all. Time to celebrate. Presentation is amazing. The whipped feta is amazing. Such creamy consistency. The oysters were amazing, salty, spicy and a touch of sweet all at once. Explosion of habit in my mouth. I was a little disappointed in the duck ramen. the Broth was lukewarm, I feel like it should be hot. The noodles were undercooked n had parts that clumped together. Not what I expect on a Michelin restaurant. I supposed i should have sent it back. But I had bubbly n feeling good. Why spoil the moment by a clumpy noodle. Service is friendly n courteous as expected n appreciated. read more

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Delicious meal. A great place to go for a fancy dinner. Even the kids menu had gourmet dishes with distinct presentation. The dishes are interesting and very flavorful. Service was good and and the ambiance is nice. read more

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Wow! Amazing meal carefully prepared with the intention of awesomeness! Service was fantastic too! We sat on the balcony overlooking the village, very much recommended. read more

Sweet Basil - Quail with a foi gras biscuit - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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Amazing meal tonight at Sweet Basils. Our waitress Laura was phenomenal. I asked if the app I ordered (ricotta gnocchi) was vegetarian. She could've just said yes but instead she said "hold on let me get you the vegetarian menu". There was a specific mushroom and potato entree she recommended that was incredible. I had asked earlier for a side of crushed ted pepper because I like everything spicy. So she asked the kitchen to bring some sliced peppers- similar to jalapenos- on the side. It made the dish unbelievably delicious. We also got the gnocchi as an app and it was delicious. So glad we snagged a table tonight. This is my new favorite Vail restaurant. read more

Sweet Basil - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

Great drinks and good vibes for a quick bite and drink during Apres! Would recommend if you want somewhere to hang out read more

Sweet Basil - View - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

Lunch for two on a Saturday w/reservation. Lilly is a great server. Crowded but cozy dining. Menu was limited but had tasty choices. Love Saratoga still. Three N/A choices. Portion sizes were perfect. Food was hot and fresh and visually very pleasing. Crowd sure seems to already k own this is the place and happy to certify it lives up to the high standards for the best of Vail. read more

Sweet Basil - Signature App - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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I cannot speak to the food here because we only stopped in for a drink. We ordered a taxi to take us back to our hotel and we had a little time to waste so we sat at the bar and had a cocktail. Our bartender was super nice and chatty. It was their last day before closing for the season, so I am glad we caught them before that. I ordered a Konayuki that was a delicious vodka martini. Great drink and fun atmosphere. I would totally come back for a meal. The menu looked delicious. Till next time I am in Vail! read more

Had a great dining experience overall! The ambience was warm and inviting, with just the right vibe for a relaxed evening. Jason, our server, was fantastic--friendly, knowledgeable, and his recommendations were spot-on. We tried the whipped feta, octopus, veal, and crab bucatini--each dish was delicious, especially the whipped feta which was a perfect start to the meal. Only downside was the host, who wasn't very welcoming and set a bit of a cold tone at the beginning. Thankfully, the amazing service and food more than made up for it. read more

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Very popular place and very hard to get a reservation. So we bit the bullet and took a 9:30 reservation after a full day of skiing. One of the few restaurants in Vail where you have to make a down payment of $25 per person to hold your reservation (some others will charge you if you don't show up). We arrived a little early for our reservation and was seated relatively quickly. Enjoyed the Cesar salad and the pork chop. Nicely presented and the chop well cooked and tasty. My only criticism is that I was supposed to have the down payment credited against my bill and forgot to check. Later when paying my credit card bill, realized I was credited for the $50 paid up front. Disputed the bill with my credit card company and eventually found in my favor. I'll return in 2025 when we go back but will make our reservation earlier. read more

Sweet Basil - Pork chop - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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One of our favorite destinations in Vail. This visit was just a little bit off the mark for the price point. Food was lovely but service was only 4 stars. The fois gras was a disappointment. Instead of rich, intense flavor, it was a light gelatin version. I had the halibut. Portion was medium - not as big as I would have liked but not terrible. The bill, however, was big. In the past I have walked out with a "totally worth it" mindset but this time we thought it was good but pricey for what we got. read more

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We did 9 o'clock reservation. We got there early tried to get a drink at the bar. The bar staff was busy because everybody was eating at the bar. We couldn't get a drink. So we just patiently waited.. took us back to our table, which is very nice with the back of the restaurant. We ordered the beef tenderloin. And the Dungeness pasta dish. The tenderloin was OK. The Dungeness tasted like seawater we sent it back. The mac & cheese might've been the best I've ever had. The dessert chocolate pinecone was good as well. I was a bit disappointed, but maybe I'm just spoiled because I live in Dallas in Whole Foods very good. 200 coconuts read more

Sweet Basil - Tenderloin - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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Amazing! Beautiful! Staff were all amazing! Helped with selections of food and wine! Moved us to front patio due to beautiful weather! Every single thing was delicious. Would come back in a heart beat! read more

Sweet Basil - Ahi Tuna Crudo black vinegar ponzu | wasabi tobiko | lemongrass ginger crisp - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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We came here for a quick drink and snack. The cocktails were really delicious! The snacks were decent with my favorite being the octopus. It had a creamy nutty sauce and it was super tender. The calamari and shrimp was also good, perfectly buttered but slightly salty. Lastly, the ramen- it wasn't what I expected, but the broth was bright and flavorful with plenty of duck. Overall, would recommend stopping by to try! read more

Sweet Basil - Espresso Martini - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

The service and ambience and food was excellent UP AND UNTIL they undercooked our lamb entree. Now that happens, but then the manager and chef decided to reserve it with only half of the meat and none of the sides. So for a$70 dish I got 1 3 inch slice of badly cooked lamb. For being a restaurant who claims to be of this caliber that is unacceptable. I feel bad for Maria the waitress because she was nice and it wasn't up to her but she had to face that result. She was awesome herself. Be aware of that kind of service from management and chef. read more

Enjoyed a fabulous dinner at Sweet Basil where everything was just amazing! Booked ahead of time and we got a great table on the back patio overlooking the river! Our server Craig was phenomenal and made the experience alll the better particularly the way he staged all the courses which I loved . They had fabulous cocktails and Mocktails for the kids with some unique flavor combinations. Began with some delicious fresh bread roles and then the oysters which were delicious, fresh and served with a unique pineapple mignonette! We also has the yellow fin crudo which was also a hit! Then we had their whipped feta which is the perhaps their signature dish served with a pastry topping which you crazy to make it the crackers to scoop up the feta. Next we had the tune poke and shared some crab Cannelloni - both also really fantastic! We left way too full but happy from an all around great experience! read more

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Great menu, I'd come back to try more items. Our table had a lovely view, I appreciate the windows allowing natural light in and the beautiful scenery. The tuna tostada was the best bite for me highly recommend if you like tuna. The porchetta was good but I had a lot of fatty bits in my cut of meat, I would have appreciated more balance. Truffle fries were dangerously delicious. read more

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Do not come here! I just finished a large party birthday meal at this establishment. We booked two specific tables for a larger party and went through their group services and placed a large deposit. Upon arrival early for our reservation we found that the hostess had given one of our tables to another party. The hostess was rude and unapologetic. The manager was nowhere to be found for 15 minutes, when finally available (keep in mind the restaurant was empty at this point) she was also rude and unhelpful and offered us another table which made our party have our backs to each other. Me (the birthday boy) and my wife ordered their most expensive dish (steak medium rare) which both came out ice cold. We sent both steaks back and they returned the same steaks back well done. I asked for the manager and she offered to have the "re-fired" 30 minutes later after all 11 of my guests had finished eating we received new steaks, now medium rare with the same side dishes from the original steaks now reheated for a second time. As if all of this back of house and front of house malfeasance and negligence was not enough to stand, now my wife and three of our guests have food poisoning and have been throwing up non stop for 4 hours (its now 1am) Avoid this pit at all costs, they are rude, treacherous, dishonest and unsanitary. This is the first bad review I've ever written, but I felt I'd be doing other patrons a disservice if I didn't warn them off. read more

Just for my appreciation for the chef's creativity towards the dishes alone, I would give it a 5-star rating because it's an art form that satisfies my soul and tummy. The most memorable dish, of course, is the "whipped feta"! So eye-catching, fun and tasty! It's also a very loaded dish with a lot of details from the dome like blown up bread (cracker) with some sea salts on top, the feta cheese hid underneath, plus the honey and sour hibuscus powder. OH MY..... I experience overwhelming happiness and thankfulness for every bite! Thank you Chef for creating this dish! I also like the red snapper dish a lot. The lemongrass coconut broth is so on point to accompany the perfectly pan-fried fish filet, but not overpowering, you know lemongrass could do that to a dish. In there, you can find traces of broccoli rabes and fresh/green sugar snap peas, lightly cooked so it's still green and "snappy". LOL....Genius idea! With its long outstanding history, the service is professional and courteous. I received a special treatment on the day because there was a service mishap that happened to me at its sister restaurant - Mountain Standard the night before. I really appreciate the managers from both restaurants went out their ways to make my dining experience at Sweet Basil ending with a very heartwarming sweet note! Thank you! read more

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Visited in July and easily made a reservation about a week ahead. They take a deposit when you reserve on Tock, but refund it after you dine. I definitely recommend making a reservation, because it was packed! My boyfriend and I ordered: + Princess & the bean cocktail + Cannon ball cocktail + Caesar salad + Heirloom tomato salad + Tortelloni en brodo + Steak tartare + Braised octopus ragu + Sticky toffee pudding The cannon ball was by far the best of the two drinks - perfect if you like tiki cocktails. Food highlights were the Caesar and heirloom tomato salads. Tortelloni en brodo was my next favorite. Steak tartare and sticky toffee pudding were also worth ordering. Some things were a little salty, but overall I thought the food was great! read more

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My husband and I went here for our 10 year wedding anniversary, visiting from New Orleans. We sat in hours of traffic from Denver to Vail, due to a car fire. We made reservations for 6:45p and showed up at 7:05, after driving around trying to find it and paying to valet just to try to make it on time. The hostess was really off putting, said she gave our table away because we were late. I tried to explain why but she wasn't listening (or cared). She ended up "finding" us a table after putting the additional stress on us. Our waitress was incredibly nice and attentive. The food was wonderful. And we were checked on regularly by the waitstaff. So aside from the first interaction with the hostess, it was a very enjoyable experience and the ambiance was great. I guess coming from New Orleans, where we regularly dine at Michelin/5 star restaurants, the experience was lacking. For a special occasion like this, sometimes we get specialized menus with a note like "happy birthday" or "congratulations " etc. The waitstaff make note of the occasion and mention it or bring a special dessert etc. it's those nice touches that really put the experience over the top. And as someone who used to be in the service industry, it doesn't take much to turn the experience around. If the hostess had said, "I'm so sorry that you had that experience driving up here, coming all this way from New Orleans. Let me see what I can do to get you a nice table," it would have gone a long way. read more

I had high hopes for Sweet Basil, but unfortunately, the meal didn't live up to expectations. We started with the Feta Appetizer, which was decent and had a good balance of sweetness and savory cheese, but nothing spectacular. Then we moved on to the Shrimp Appetizer, and that's where things went downhill. The shrimp was ridiculously over-seasoned -- so salty that it actually burned our tongue. It was almost inedible, and I found myself unable to enjoy it at all. Next, we tried the bread rolls and the Ricotta Gnocchi. While the gnocchi itself was well balanced with the mozzarella and artichokes, there wasn't enough flavor to redeem the rest of the meal. The bread was just okay, and honestly, I was hoping for something more exciting given the restaurant's reputation. If you're looking for a great meal in this area, I'd honestly recommend heading downstairs to Mountain Standard. The food there was a big more satisfying. Nice patio ambiance and the server was kind, but not the best. read more

Sweet Basil - Feta - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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Megan and her crew were absolutely phenomenal, as always! I proposed to my bride after a wonderful dinner here 6 years ago, and I'm telling you this place is phenomenal! David Kanefsky Insurance Agency read more

It was good not great. We had the salmon (very good), the cod (miso dressing was tasty), the gnocchi was yummy but have had better at lesser restaurants. The crab pasta was delicious. Overpriced but nice ambience. Bar is cool. read more

I enjoyed the Lawman cocktail, the gnocchi, and the lemon & fennel dessert on the outdoor patio. The vibe and the food were perfect! read more

Sweet Basil - Gnocchi - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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Have heard great things about sweet basil and finally stopped by during a recent visit to vail. Highly recommend the goat cheese appetizer!! It was amazing and I can't stop thinking about it. Served inside of a crispy shell that you use for dipping in the goat cheese. Service was great and restaurant is much larger on the inside than the outside leads you to believe. I will definitely be back! read more

Sweet Basil - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

Great spot for lunch! Sit in the back where you can overlook the creek. I got two raw seafood dishes. The first, the yellowtail dish, was much better than the other. read more

Sweet Basil - View - New American Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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