We didn't eat anything here, but the atmosphere was very chill and the service was quick. The nice…read morecool air was definitely welcoming as we came from 100+ weather. The Gore Creek IPA was good, light piney taste with grapefruit type citrus and bitterness. The Hotness Blonde I tried from the wife was surprisingly really good.

Tucked upstairs in the Solaris Plaza area (right next to Matsuhisa!), this little spot is such a…read moregreat find. I loved how casual and low-key the vibe was, and the beer didn't disappoint. The watermelon kölsch was especially tasty - we even grabbed a canned 4-pack from their fridge to take home. We hung out inside, but they've got a few outdoor seats as well, plus some games if you want to hang out longer. They don't serve food, but they do offer bar snacks like packaged pretzels in lots of fun flavors. Overall, just a super chill spot with a great atmosphere. I'd definitely come back.

We love Mountain standard because it shows us where the local Vails hanging out as we visited on…read moreMonday Evenning. Recommended Grilled octopus for appetizer. So, umami. Must try is the pork shank. Seems like every table ordered it. I like my grilled mahi mahi with asparagus, quinoa & creamy harissa sauce. I like the well decor atmosphere & open kitchen. They also have outdoor patio. Great service. Prices are on average for Vail Village. Would love to go back and try more!

I've been coming to Mountain Standard for years, for lunch and dinner, usually at the bar. The…read morebartenders have always been knowledgeable, engaging and genuinely fun. It's the sort of hospitality that keeps me returning. Two dinners this past weekend reminded me why I love the place, but also why I think it's slipped a notch. Friday was lovely. My partner and I arrived between lunch and dinner, settled in at the bar, and ordered a Manhattan and a draft beer. Some fries kept the hangriness at bay. The bartenders were terrific, as usual. Then dinner arrived. The $54 Angus hanger steak comes with miso creamed corn, toasted sesame, tempura maitakes and Japanese BBQ butter. An ambitious supporting cast for a good piece of beef. The steak was delicious, but we ordered medium-well and received medium-rare. That's quite a miss at this price. We didn't send it back because my partner didn't want to make a scene. Worse, the sauce overwhelmed the plate. A good steak should be the star, not an extra in its own production. The $23 crab mozzarella sticks, with green onion, pecorino and shrimp-and-Calabrian-chili sauce, sounded fun. Unfortunately, the crab tasted distinctly fishy, not fresh, and the sauce seemed to be trying its best to cover it up. That's an expensive mozzarella stick with a serious identity crisis. We finished with Meyer lemon tiramisu, port and two espressos. The tiramisu was good, though the crumble on top seemed an odd, unnecessary flourish. The port and espresso were perfect. Friday remained a wonderful evening because the bar and its people are that good. Saturday we returned with friends and sat in the dining room. Packed, energetic and LOUD. I enjoy a lively restaurant, but I also enjoy hearing the people at my table. Drinks were slow, and the delays continued throughout dinner. Everyone was courteous; the whole operation just felt off. Credit to the manager and front desk team for pitching in to deliver food rather than leaving an overwhelmed staff to sink. We shared the $16 whipped tahini dip, served with Lebanese pickles, crispy shallots, marinated feta and warm pita. The pita was excellent: puffy, warm, irresistible. The dip tasted good too, but with so many competing elements, it felt like one ingredient too many. Not every appetizer needs a committee. My $39 rotisserie piri piri chicken was tender and nicely spiced. Unfortunately, its smashed steak fries were undercooked and practically submerged in poppy seed yogurt. The sauce overflowed the plate. Somewhere beneath that yogurt lake was a very good dinner. My partner's Standard wedge was similarly overburdened: too much dressing, prosciutto and blue cheese, leaving the salad excessively salty. Our friends ordered the $54 hanger steak and $46 grilled Pacific sea bass. The steak once again seemed over-sauced, and the decorative corn shoots were promptly pushed aside. The bass, at least on paper, is a thoughtful combination of toasted farro, pickled carrot salad, basil and miso carrot butter. I can't speak to how it tasted, but the recurring excess across the table was hard to miss. Here's the frustration: Mountain Standard has talent, imagination, a great location and genuinely good people. But creativity isn't the same as piling on ingredients, and more sauce doesn't mean more sophistication. Across two dinners, there were missed cooking temperatures, underdone potatoes, questionable crab and dishes that needed editing. That's training, restraint and execution, not a need for a new menu. I still consider Mountain Standard one of the Vail Valley's best restaurants. But let's acknowledge that the competition here isn't exactly fierce. Too many resort restaurants seem content to rest on their laurels, knowing another wave of visitors is coming. Being among the best in the valley shouldn't be the finish line. Would I return? Absolutely, especially to the bar. The hospitality remains a real strength. But before the winter crowds arrive, I'd love to see the kitchen tighten things up and the dining room find its rhythm. Mountain Standard doesn't need another garnish or another sauce. It needs to make the very good ideas it already has work consistently. Three-plus stars, with genuine hope for more next time.

We visited here twice during our trip to Vail, which shows how much we enjoyed it. We absolutely…read moreloved the Swiss Hot Dog, Toasted Sub, and Ernst's Famous Uber Soup. The service was excellent. Everyone working was kind and welcoming. The restaurant was cozy and inviting. I look forward to coming back a third time before our trip ends.

This is a small restaurant tucked in between two larger businesses in Vail Village. It's seat…read moreyourself, if you can find a spot. They do have tables both inside and outside, but they're all situated pretty closely together. You order at the counter and then they call out your name when your order is ready. I went with the small cup of coup and the chupacabra sandwich. I asked for no onions and the cook recalled the first one as he was handing it to me, remembering that he put onions on it. He made me a new one and said I could keep the onion one. The new one also had onions If the onions didn't need to be scraped off, the sandwich would be 10/10. The soup was ok. I don't think I came across any chicken and the noodles were pretty soft. The broth was very flavorful and unique, though. It also provided the warmth needed on a cold winter day.

Loved this little hole in the wall bistro. Shockingly delicious menu of wonderful selections, both…read morefood and drinks! My friend and I shared a non-tuna vegan sandwich and chips. I had a cup of green pork chili that was one of the best I've ever tasted. The ambiance was fantastic and so was the kind and professional service. I really enjoyed our stay in Vail. And this restaurant was a big part of that.

We took the easy way out for breakfast, closest place to the hotel was Big Bear. Big mistake. It's…read morea resort town, I expect high prices, but also a level of competency that was lacking. I had The Alex, simple 4 item classic breakfast. To recap: 1. Scrambled eggs, cooked hard until they were brown all over 2. That scrawny semi-transparent bacon they serve at the free breakfast you get from budget hotels. Undercooked. 3. Those food service 1/2" diced potatoes, barely cooked 4. Cheap-ass shriveled grocery store wheat bread that had yet to transition to "toast." Just a careless attempt at breakfast. I know it's busy, but try to cook the food before you send it out. My wife's breakfast burrito was a little better, though the primary ingredients were a way too big and understuffed tortilla and the same crappy potatoes. The smothering pork Chile Verde was really good though. Thankfully, the Farmer's Market was just starting, plenty of better food there.

What a fun restaurant, simple and fun. While the menu may be small, the selections meet all tastes,…read moreflavors and preferences. We were part of a large group and each of us ordered different sandwiches. I had the Tuna melt which had Swiss and Capers on a fluffy and tasty Ciobatta roll. The tuna was fresh and had a wonderful spice and the whole sandwich was flavorful and savory, paired very well with a beer. We all commented on returning when in the area. They also had a great list of coffees, muffins and also, veggie option of an Acai berry bowl with honey. Indoor or outdoor seating with excellent views. Thank ypu Loaded Joe's for a wonderful experience, clean and inviting environment and social and welcoming staff.

I wasn't a huge fan of the espresso itself, it didn't have a nice flavor and overall had to drown…read moreit with milk. The staff were super friendly and helpful with the milk options. They also help provide a really warm atmosphere when you're getting a cup of coffee before hitting the slopes. Because of the hospitality I might go back, with tempered expectations.

I had two Alpen Spritzes bc they were AMAZING. The presentation of all the food and drinks was…read morebeautiful, and the whole restaurant (especially the patio) was super cute. For food, I ordered the schnitzel. The schnitzel itself was good, and I loved that it came with a creamy sauce and lingonberries, which were delicious. The spätzle on the side wasn't my favorite. We also started with the pretzel and the cheese fondue. The cheese fondue was delicious, but I wasn't a fan of the mustard that came with the pretzel (maybe I'm just picky tho).

We started out with pretzel. The cheese, mustard and pretzel were excellent. The alpine lasagne…read moreand salad were also very good. The apple strudel with custard and cherry sauce was excellent too. Service was a little below par. Our server was clearing tables rather than refilling our drinks. I don't think they had people to specifically bus the tables. I would have given 5 stars if it wasn't for this reason. The employees were dressed in German attire which gave the experience much more fun.

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

One of the top restaurants in Vail! Need to book a reservation in advance. Every time we come to…read morevail we stop in and love our experience. The food we have ordered is listed below and ranked 1-10. Wienerschnitzel (7.8)- We tried it and enjoyed it. I would order again but it isn't my favorite dish. Hamburger (6.8)- The meat was seasoned really well. I don't care for the pretzel bun but solid burger. Rueben sandwich (8.6)- Very flavorful and a must get! I never even order one anywhere else but I do when we come here. Delicious! Apple strudel (6.4)- Wanted it to be better. Apples could have been cooked longer IMO and the crust wasn't flaky at all.

We had a lovely meal at Pepi's bar & restaurant. The place has a warm and inviting atmosphere. We…read moresat on the porch to enjoy beautiful Vail weather. However if you sit inside you will see the history of the place on the walls. The food was amazing and the service was prompt. Would to come back and try more items from their menu

Vail Fine Wines is located in the heart of the pedestrian-friendly Vail Village, steps from all…read moretheir other restaurants, bars, and shops. In a ski area with one of the most expensive lift tickets in the country, $400+ nightly hotel/resort rooms, and exquisite dining options, it's nice to be able to save some coin on bottled wines, craft beers, or liquor. In the interest of keeping classy, (or not...) we left our happy hour spot for Vail Fine Wines, grabbed some cigars (also sold here), and brown-bagged a round of 22oz craft beers around one of Vail's outdoor pit fireplaces...a great way to relax after a day of awesome skiing! Allan is extremely nice and well-versed...as Chad P. mentioned, this is definitely not one of the "bro/brah" type places! Be prepared to pay a pinch more than what you're used to at another wine/liquor store, but hey, that's the Vail tax folks!

Great selection and a friendly staff. Reasonable prices and some really rare wines and it's a cool…read morelooking spot. Will always come back!!

Stopped here for coffee and a light snack before going to breakfast later on. My husband got an…read moreiced matcha and i got a seasonal flavor of salted caramel in an iced latte. Both were delicious - I especially loved mine, not too sweet but very flavorful! We also got a locally made bagel and scallion cream cheese - solid but $8 are you kidding me?! Really cute shop that had some good sounding cocktails too.

The coffee is legit. Very good quality coffee so doesn't need anything fancy - flavors speak for…read moreitself. Super cool vibes and beautiful decor.