Mountain Standard

4.5

839 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 85 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Good for groups

From the creators of Sweet Basil in Vail Colorado comes a fresh, innovative new restaurant opening December 2012. Aptly named Mountain Standard, this rustic and relaxed tavern aims to set a new standard in the Vail valley by using an ancient form of cooking.

The majority of Mountain Standard’s menu will be prepared via the most primal cooking method: over an open and live wood fire. The only restaurant in the valley to devote themselves to this age-old way of cooking, the food at this exciting new restaurant will have rustic, bold and honest flavors, focusing on the purest ingredients in the Rocky Mountain region and beyond.

Service, like the cuisine, will have that perfect balance of providing a first class dining experience with a more casual vibe. There is no smoke and mirrors here - no fuss - just simple, honest, from the heart service and cooking. The beauty of the creek side location is mirrored by the high energy vibe of this dynamic restaurant.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(970) 476-0123
Website
http://www.mtnstandard.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Paul Anders
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

Location
193 Gore Creek Drive, Ste 201, Vail, CO 81657
Neighborhood
Vail
Parking details
Mtn Standard is located in the heart of the Vail Village, which is a pedestrian village. Take interstate 70 to the Vail exit #176. Proceed through rotary intersections so that you wind up heading East on the So. Frontage Road (ski mountain side of the highway). Go eastbound approx.¼ mile to the Vail Village parking structure. Exit the structure out the middle portal to the south. Go across the Covered Bridge another 75 yards, and go right on Gore Creek Dr. We are down the steps past the Fountain
Public transit
The Vail Village free in town bus shuttle is available year round throughout the village. Take the bus to the Covered Bridge stop and proceed as noted below. Free public transportation is also available from East to West Vail into the Transportation Center at the main parking structure.
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wine

What 839 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

839 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food. We started with the warm pimento cheese. There was enough for 4 people to share. We had wedge salads. One served two people. The tri tip was outstanding and one dish served two people. The ambience has a nice vibe. Highly recommend checking it out for a drink or dinner/drinks!
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bob
Orlando
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food & wonderful atmosphere. Highlights include grilled scallops, wedge salad , rotisserie chicken salad w/fabulous pistachio caesar dressing & the pork shank. All 5 star plates!
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Jeanine
Denver
43 reviews
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service! Poutine starter is great and the whole trout was amazing!
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Sheena
Denver
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed lunch here. Food was good . Had the lamb gyro. Would have liked it better if it didn’t drip all over. Sauce was too runny. The salad was good but too much dressing.
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chris
Denver
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
well executed and creative dishes. slighty on pricey side. reminiscent of Hillstone but 25% more, but it is vail after all
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Zach
Des Moines
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great food from beginning to end. Great service. Definitely ordered the shank as an entrée.
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Keri
New Orleans
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Service was incredibly slow and it wasn’t very busy. I got a burger and it was meh. They probably are better for dinner than lunch.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
1.0
1 review
Reviewed on July 30, 2018
1. Overall 1
Mountain standard is not up to my standards. i was employed there for 65 days and it was awful the entire time. i just joined this thing to give them a one star
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Lawnboy
Milwaukee
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Vibrant atmosphere with wonderfully designed plated dishes. I highly recommend a stop here for a memorable meal. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Love the speckled dishes too!
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karenh
San Diego
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sweet Basil and Mountain Standard apparently share the same head Chef. If you need to choose between the two, I highly recommend Sweet Basil where we dined the night before we dined at Mountain Standard. While Mountain Standard had a great wait staff and dining next to the kitchen was a very positive experience in terms of energy and access to fine aromas, I must admit I was rather disappointed with the cuisine. The Rotisserie Chicken was dry and the Chicken Salad was rather boring. The Crab was delicious but should not have been listed as a "main" but rather an appetizer. Mountain Standard is a "happening place" during ski season and perhaps we just dined at a time when they were not at their best. I would recommend spending $18 and treating the kitchen crew to beer all around as this gesture allows you to extend appreciation to the individuals who worked hard in the kitchen. This may seem rather odd as I was disappointed with the food, but the passion and joy the kitchen spread throughout the venue deserves to be recognized. After all, during these difficult times when our nation is struggling we all need to feel a little joy and a whole lot of passion!!
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FAQs

Mountain Standard offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (970) 476-0123.

Mountain Standard is rated 4.5 stars by 839 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 85 times today

Order delivery or takeout

193 Gore Creek Drive, Ste 201, Vail, CO 81657

Additional information

Neighborhood
Vail
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Mtn Standard is located in the heart of the Vail Village, which is a pedestrian village. Take interstate 70 to the Vail exit #176. Proceed through rotary intersections so that you wind up heading East on the So. Frontage Road (ski mountain side of the highway). Go eastbound approx.¼ mile to the Vail Village parking structure. Exit the structure out the middle portal to the south. Go across the Covered Bridge another 75 yards, and go right on Gore Creek Dr. We are down the steps past the Fountain
Public transit
The Vail Village free in town bus shuttle is available year round throughout the village. Take the bus to the Covered Bridge stop and proceed as noted below. Free public transportation is also available from East to West Vail into the Transportation Center at the main parking structure.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Paul Anders
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wine

Website
http://www.mtnstandard.com/
Phone number
(970) 476-0123
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

Mountain Standard

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Order delivery or takeout

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What 839 people are saying

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