We sat in the small bar-like space that has better views however it was freezing in there. The room is tired and needs some updating. The windows are dirty, the baseboard heaters don't wok and have cracked paint and the rugs are dirty and tired too. We had a nice time but the building and room felt they were in a time warp and in need of some TLC. Service by Terry was professional and fun at the same time. We still don't know what the meal cost. There were no prices on the menu and our friends paid so we are not sure. Probably very pricey! The manhattan was perfect, not too sweet and quite large! The antipasto board was decent but not spectacular. A few pieces of cheese, some jam, cornichons and hot smoked Idaho trout. It was served with lackluster crispy flatbread crackers. The butternut squash soup was really tasty. A really hearty portion, it was a bit coarse in texture and could have been blended a tad longer to make it smoother and more luxurious. the flavor was great with the pepita topping. The pork chop I chose was a mistake. Really overcooked, a tad dry and drenched in a sickeningly sweet apple compote that was more like dried apples rehydrated in sugar water with some spices. The best thing on the plate was the parsnip puree and there was not much of that. Wish I had ordered the braised lamb shank, however Terry did not mention that in his top three... Dessert was way better than it sounded. It was called a banana cheesecake however it was really a light banana flavored mousse between two layers of sponge cake with cooked banana puree on top. The chocolate dessert was fine. No one could finish it given the large portions of everything. It's a solid 3.5 stars, can't give it four. read more

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Came here for a late lunch and got the trout cake to start, then the Wagyu burger to split. The burger was amazing and serving size was large with truffle fries. The trout cake was amazing and cooked perfectly. I had never been here before since visiting family here and the view was stunning in the summer! read more

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What an absolute gem of a find and Absolutely perfect for our anniversary lunch. Food was appropriate for the setting and service was great. I cant think of a single negative about our experience. Shout out to the staff for making it a little extra special for us. read more

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Great food, atmosphere is awesome you can ski down after a great meal. I recommend for big parties read more

We do love this place, years going to our favorite mountain top restaurant. Our ratings were previously a 5 star. With regret I have to say this past year was not up to par. We were there in early March. We had 10 of us, ordered our usual dishes. We had apps, salads, a few adult beverages, bottles of wine, other entrees and of course the headliner.....the fondue. Welcome back to the late 70's/early 80's. We love our memory lane....The meat, the cheese, the veggies, the bread....it is predictable and of course fabulous. Until this year. It was not. We ordered 3 of them (fondue) for our table. All 3 of the fondue dishes ran out of the best part, the cheese. If one fondue dish ran out of cheese....it could happen, 2 ? Is it a pattern? 3, it seems orchestrated....by design. We had never run out of cheese, years in the making. The worst part.....when we all asked for more cheese? Sure, it's $34 dollars per dish. What? Seriously. You short change us on the best part of fondue, the cheese and to round out the correct portion of meat/veggies/apples and bread you want to charge $34 more dollars, per order. Can you imagine paying another $102 for a little more cheese for the table to make right what used to be great for years in a row? How much fantastic cheese could you get in France for $102? When you spend over $600 it is expected to get what you expect.... Let's hope by the time we go back the Roundhouse they can address the great cheese dilemma. We would have been fine with a $3 pounds of melted velveeta for all 3 fondues. Where's the Cheese? Come on RoundHouse, do better, more cheese please. read more

Best ski lunch. Do yourself a favor and make reservations for lunch. Lobster roll was amazing. Experience and views are top notch read more

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Terry was a great server and the food and view were so awesome. Our girls loved the ride up on the gondola.

Awesome server, cool location, and ambiance. However the food was cold and the drinks were weak from the bartender. I would have expected better. It's been 5 or so years since my last visit. But it was the same from the kitchen. You can do better SV Company. read more

An institution on the mountain for over 50 years. Atop Bald mountain with spectacular views of all the mountain ranges around us. The inside of the roundhouse is magical. See the photos below. Great cocktails and delicious food with amazing service. You can ride the gondola up even if you don't ski or stop in while on the slopes. Don't miss it. read more

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I didn't have high expectations for a restaurant at the top of the mountain but I was absolutely wrong. The Roundhouse was delicious and the staff were nice and attentive (shoutout to Karen!) Overpriced but honestly much less expensive than I expected and the portion sizes were large. The Mountain Mule and Spicy Pineapple Margarita were tasty and had the right amount of alcohol. On top of that, the views were incredible. This is a must visit in Sun Valley. They take reservations! read more

The Roundhouse - Looking down on the restaurant from the ski lift. - American Near Me - Sun Valley, Idaho

The best meal we had all week! We were looking for a nice dinner to celebrate our last night in town. We took a gondola from river run up to the roundhouse under the cover of starlight which was truly magical. While we waited for our table we grabbed cocktails from the bar. The bartender personable and entertained us with stories and gave us local recommendations while we sipped our drinks. Once seated we ordered off the set 4 course menu. 1st Charcuterie, 2nd potato pottage, 3rd lamb shank, 4th a chocolate dish. Honestly, I was in a food coma by dessert, I don't remember it. The pottage and shank were amazing and extremely reasonably priced especially since we were at a ski resort on the top of a mountain. Highly recommend eating here for the exclamation point to your trip! read more

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Booked through OpenTable for a reservation about a month in advance for lunch. I think you can come without a reservation if you get here right when they open. My boyfriend and I were skiing so we did not need to purchase a gondola ticket up. For the rest of our party, I believe the ticket was around $20. Which can be bought at the River Run ticket office. Our reservation was at 11am, but they didn't open doors until 11:05am. They also couldn't open their door lol. Service was ok. They didn't seem to be too organized. Food was good, fresh, but not out of this world. I did enjoy the fondue, but I felt that the fondue was a little bit low. The grilled beef was really tender and I liked the fruits that accompanied the fondue. They had a vegan salad for my bf's mom and she thought it was pretty good. Burgers seemed good, but not amazing. Restrooms clearly wasn't prepared for opening..had to change the toilet paper roll at 11am. The ambiance is very nice, warm and cozy, with real fireplaces. Too bad it was super snowy! We couldn't see the view :( Once you get in the restaurant, then you will understand why it is called Roundhouse! read more

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Amazing service and Josh is the best!! Food (lamb burgers) and espresso Martini were fantastic. The staff were so friendly and attentive. Highly recommend stopping by for a drink or dinner! read more

Definitely a fun spot to sit and enjoy the snow, outdoors, and in a really cool historic building. Highly recommend having a visit to Ketchum or Sun Valley. read more

We went to The Roundhouse before our dinner reservation, and it was a lovely experience. The bar has a casual yet upscale vibe with outdoor seating, cozy fire pits, and beautiful views, making it the perfect spot to enjoy drinks. The live piano music in the background added a wonderful touch to the atmosphere, and the drinks were crafted to perfection--absolutely delicious! read more

Cool spot, but I wouldn't say better than Seattle ridge lodge. We just wanted to experience the fondue and it was yummy but so overpriced for what it is. read more

The Roundhouse - Fondue for Two with brat - American Near Me - Sun Valley, Idaho

Working in SV, from Oklahoma City, since mid October. What a beautiful, grateful experience I have had. Forgive me, as I dug into my food before taking a photo. I had the Gravlox and winter vegetable bisque. All were to die for! I also partook in the house Cab, Brut Rose, and Irish coffee. David, whom I believe to be the GM or owner, was so kind to me with conversation. He also took pictures for me around the restaurant. Such a warm place to be, with the BEST views. Be sure and make reservations weeks in advance! You will take the Roundhouse Express Gondola up. $40 for the round trip. Take your time and enjoy the lodge, before or after. read more

The Roundhouse - a fireplace in the middle of the room - American Near Me - Sun Valley, Idaho

The food and atmosphere was great! We ordered the Smorgasbord, Winter Greens, SRF Wagyu Burger, and Harriman's Croque Monsieur. All of the food was wonderful and the drink menu perfect. Our waiter, Terry, was awesome and took care of us. When you're finished dining inside head out to the patio for a drink in the sun with the lunchtime après crowd. read more

Nothing says après ski quite like a cauldron of cheesy fondue at a high elevation. At only slightly lower of an elevation are Round House's prices. Our party of three ordered fondue with a bratwurst ad on along with a salad, truffle fries, and artichoke soup. This was plenty of food for us. The truffle fries were bomb.com. I will most likely overdose on potato by the time I leave Idaho. However, I was surprised to find a piece of crab in my artichoke soup as it was not included in the menu description. I'm all about crab but it also would have been nice to include that detail given that some folks have seafood allergies. The staff are incredibly friendly and the restaurant is enforcing mask wearing. Be sure to book early. While awaiting my dining companions I heard the host turn down no less than five inquiring parties. Side note: I am v curious to find out how they lugged an industrial kitchen and entire restaurant up this mountain. read more

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Boarding at Sun Valley for a few days and was told by a few locals this was the must eat location on the mountain since it was built in the 1950s and has lots of old pictures from the early years. They have 3 different seating areas: the bar, main dining area and downstairs bar. The downstairs bar is super cute with beautiful views of the mountain. If you show up a little before noon it's not busy but around 12:30, it filled quickly and there were no seats left. I had the turkey sandwich with their kale salad. The kale salad was supposed to have quinoa with it but there was none...The turkey is freshly roasted then sliced and the sandwich tasted good. If you're in the mood, you can even have fondue! It's a great place to take a break and have a nice meal between boarding or skiing. read more

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Beautiful views, overpriced, mediocre food. $27 hamburger and $3 up charge for fries. Plus you pay for the gondola. We came in summer before going mountain biking and had a reservation. We waited 45 minutes for our food and I had to ask 3 people for my cappuccino, which didn't come until well into my meal. Everyone around us in larger groups--who looked over-dressed for actual mountain activities, more there to be seen--got served right away. The big groups also got prioritized for the tables with the better views. I might come again for a drink but not for anything else. read more

What a fun experience to stop for lunch while skiing and a great view. Two great bars. Make sure you make a reservation. Our food was very good. Four of us had lunch and I had the salmon sandwich with a side of slaw. Others got the elk meatballs and smoked salmon appetizer. Our service was very slow due to it being so busy. read more

The Roundhouse always delivers. The classic vintage building may be stuck in time, but the ambience is always upbeat and festive. Start with a drink out on the deck, and then move inside for a white tablecloth lunch. read more

The view this restaurant offers is second to none! Conveniently located half way up the mountain, The Roundhouse is a great place to stop to rest while taking in all the view has to offer! During my experience here, my group and I chose to stop here on our way back down the mountain. We ordered an appetizer and some drinks and chose to sit on the outdoor patio that overlooks the city below. The chicken fajita quesadilla is a great choice if you are looking for a light appetizer. When it comes to drinks, I absolutely recommend the Sun Valley Margarita; it is truly one of the bests I have had!! However, The Roundhouse offers a wide selection of beers, wines, and cocktails to choose from. The employees at The Roundhouse are very welcoming and do a great job attending to their guests. I was very impressed with the hospitality provided during our visit. Again, I highly recommend this experience if you are in the Sun Valley/Ketchum, ID area! read more

The Roundhouse - Sun Valley Margarita ~ Highly recommend - American Near Me - Sun Valley, Idaho

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Ever wanted to experience dining in the Swiss Alps? Well if you can't get to Switzerland, Bald Mountain in Ketchum Idaho has you covered! whether you want to hike up or ride the gondola up, you'll be blown away by the views from 7000+ feet. Just be sure to check hours before making the trip. We had lunch on the patio on opening day for the summer season and the food, service and view were all stellar! The salmon BLT was delicious and the truffle fries are a must order. Pulled pork sandwiches were good too, just remember to ask for some extra bbq sauce. Nice beverage list too if you're looking for a beer or glass of wine. Just take your time and your camera for this unforgettable experience. read more

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It's not cheap, but you pay for the experience, and more specifically the view. I definitely recommend stopping by in the summer or the winter! The fondue is divine. read more

Great food service and views . Liked sitting at bar to eat for lunch but if you want a seat get there when they open at 11 otherwise can sit and eat in lounge chairs in bar area if you don't have a reservation read more

We dined here at noon during one of our ski days. I totally recommend it, as the food selection, taste, and service were all very good. Also, it's not really out of line from a cost standpoint compared with the other options on the mountain. Truly an iconic restaurant that shouldn't be missed! read more

We took the gondola up to the roundhouse restaurant. It's $20 if you don't have a lift ticket . The ride is beautiful. We got seated right away. Nice professional waiter. The chicken Caesar salad was good. The view is spectacular. Take a self tour of the restaurant. There's history. read more

The Roundhouse - Kailey and Roundhouse Chicken Caesar Salad - American Near Me - Sun Valley, Idaho

I was looking forward to eating at the roundhouse after an excellent visit last year, but I was really disappointed in the quality of our meal. We ordered the fondue with added cauliflower and broccoli and the steak frites. The fondue was served over a stand that was covered in bits of old cheese. Gross, but not the end of the world. Then came the fondue, which was as good as ever. However, the produce was way past its prime. I sent the cauliflower back (it was brown even though i could see that parts had been cut away), and the grapes were wrinkly. The apple tasted old. The steak was looked like a filet but tasted like a composite of lesser cuts, and it lacked flavor. I gave an extra star for the french fries, which were excellent. Overall disappointing for a $100+ lunch for two. read more

The Roundhouse - $9 cauliflower (I ate the broccoli); I sent it back but and they replaced it with a tiny bit of broccoli. I was still charged for it. - American Near Me - Sun Valley, Idaho

What would we order again? * Caesar Salad - Most Caesar salads are one note in flavor. Not this one. No croutons that are hard to snag with a fork but rather ground croutons on top. The egg is specially prepared and shaved. Ask about this it's pretty cool and I think I detected the slight taste of anchovies as I should be a Caesar. Tons of flavor. * Salmon BLT - Tasty. Salmon was not fishy at all. Light alioli on it too. * Quinoa Kale Cranberry Slaw - My husband HATES kale, but he ate all of this and wouldn't share. What would we not order again? Nothing. It was all made to perfection. read more

I cannot believe I am the first to review the Roundhouse... it's been around since 1939! If you are in the Sun Valley, Idaho area in the winter, you cannot leave without visiting this spot for lunch. Of all the restaurants I have been to on earth, this is one of my favorites. It's a bit funky, and even after a very subtle remodel, it's like stepping back in time. But the views are astounding and the food ranges from very good to spectacular. Best of all, the brand new gondola goes straight to the restaurant! It's set half way up Bald Mountain (the ski mountain) and was the original lodge for the Sun Valley ski resort. Now it is a full service restaurant and has a recently added bar called Averell's. Since it's on the mountain, and due to (I'm guessing) insurance, they are not open for dinner and are only open during the ski season. Coming in after a few hours of skiing for raclette, a nice bottle of wine and some accordion music played by the resident accordion player is truly one of the best ways to spend a winter day I know of. UPDATE: I think, starting this year (2010), the Roundhouse will be open for lunch year-round because of the new gondola. read more

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Well, HAPPY F.ING VALENTINE'S DAY! We made our reservation over a month ago. Husband just went to check in special anniversary (with a tip) and told we have no reservation! It is 3:35pm, 4 hours prior to date. Gal "don't shoot the messenger" overheard saying it happening again! Nice Sun Valley, thanks a lot! read more

This is a beautiful day out. You can only get here by gondola and it s a spiritual experience to go all the way to the top in the summer, when all is silent but the birds. Lunch here allows you to spend more time admiring the view, so ambiance alone gives it five stars. We tried the pancetta wrapped ruby red trout with roasted veg and beluga lentils. Best choice on the menu. So tasty. Also can recommend the Moroccan chicken salad with quinoa tabouli. The spice on the chicken is very nice without overwhelming you. Roasted tomatoe soup was so delicious. Wanted to take another order of it home! With a mojito and margarita thrown in, the total bill was $80 for three people. (soup, two salads, one fish, two drinks). But when we bought our lift tickets at the bottom, they have us 3 $10 lunch vouchers, bring it down to $50! With this atmosphere and food quality, it was a steal!!!!! read more

Before I start my review I have to say, Aleks the bartender was amazing. He made our experience so lovely. Our service was amazing, Aleks took such great care of us. The food was oh so delicious, the ambience was perfection, the entire scene was delightful, we enjoyed this experience so much. It was a perfect spot to go when needled a little break from skiing. read more

Excellent view, pretty good service although the ordering process happens at the front counter with a limited 10 items on the menu. Good was not that great: Mediterranean chop - I ordered this. Probably the worst salad I've ever eaten at a restaurant. Chicken had no flavor, the veggies in the salad were sparse and it came out without dressing. Buffalo burger - this was good. My husband ordered it. The horseradish sauce and the party were a great combo. I'd come for the view. Once you're up here there really are no other options though. Salmon salad looked amazing read more

We went there yesterday for lunch, recommended by the super nice manager of the Seattle Ridge Lodge. We had such a nice lunch in the perfect setting. Having been to Austria a number of times, this spot reminded me of Austria. The food was excellent, and the service was very good. I had the Kale Salad, was one of the best I have ever had. My husband had the croque Monsieur, was so tasty, with a small salad and a side of huckleberries!!They don't scrimp on ingredients, very well done. Amazing to sit in that beautiful dining room and have such a spectacular view. The history is like no other ski resort in the US that I have been. A must when skiing Sun Valley. It is also inexpensive for the experience you will have. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Family vacation and took them for lunch for the experience. We were a party of 7 and we checked in at our reservation time and the hostess said we are setting your table it will be a few minutes, no problem. After a half an hour of waiting she asks me the name again and said oh your party is already seated, I said no their not because we are all right here and have been. After another 10 minutes with the front of house manager doing her thing we were seated. No I am sorry, we had a mix up, she said absolutely nothing to any of us. Of course this blew up the poor waiter, who was great, who is now running behind and his area is slammed. So everything was delayed a bit but it worked out. Food and drinks were good, Fondue, Bison Chili, Truffle Fries, Burger, everyone was happy with the food. In the end, the front of the house staff is terrible at the desk and in management, no one said anything to us about it. read more

Dylan, great host! Took care of us --a lot of us, for hours Food is great. Fondu all day..... read more

The Roundhouse - American Near Me - Sun Valley, Idaho

Get your best friends and your ski legs over here for a mid day lunch of the most amazing fondue. Our charming and Uber helpful waiter Kennith George helped us pair a lively and crisp Austrian Laurenz weltlinger wine with the fondue and it was pure perfection. It rivaled the fresh snow on bald mountain this morning. Now, gotta get off the mountain to grab the kids from school. We will be back.... read more

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