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    The Brinkerhoff

    4.1 (147 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Trying The Brinkerhoff for the first time. Very nice ambiance. I love the atmosphere of this place.
    Marty P.

    I visited The Brinkerhoff twice and was impressed both times. The first time was solo. The views are amazing from the dining area! When I visited solo they had the bay windows open. I ordered their steak sandwich with fries along with a sushi roll as an appetizer. The second time was a business meeting where we feasted on various dishes. Food was excellent. I complaints. Service was really good too. Plan to spend money here. It's not inexpensive. You will pay for what you get. I would love to return here. This is a favorite restaurant of mine in Castle Rock.

    Zaina G.

    Decor/ambiance inside 10/10. We had the sushi and brushetta and it was SO good. Ingredients were so fresh. Would come back just for the bruschetta. All the staff were also super sweet. It did take a while for us to get the food but worth the wait and reservation! We went for our anniversary and would definitely recommend for a celebration of a special occasion. Good food options for different taste palates

    Deidre F.

    Come here for any and all celebrations! Wow. Look at the view and the outdoor space! You would never expect this ambiance and design in Castle Rock especially since it's at the edge of a shopping center. It truly feels like you are in a different country and/or resort! Even though it is a Castle Rock address, do not be alarmed if you're traveling from Denver. It is north Castle Rock - first exit. Very easy to get to. Unfortunately, I did not take any photos inside or the food because I was fully immersed in the experience. I came here to celebrate my partner's birthday. They truly take care of celebrations because when we were seated, they handed us a card with handwritten signatures from all the staff wishing him happy birthday. That is personal hospitality! The menu is a bit of an identity crisis because there is steak and sushi plus sandwiches. We tried something from every section and were not disappointed. Steak sushi is not offered often - must try! Plus don't forget the cocktails! The service was prompt and attentive. So attentive that when they brought out a complementary birthday celebration dessert, there was a lit mini firework on the Keylime pie and the server waited on the side till it was completely burnt out, then immediately removed it so we could enjoy the sweet treat. I love the lighting indoor because it is dark yet light enough to read the menu - mood was set! If you want a weekend night dinner reservation, you must plan ahead. I would make a reservation over a month in advanced unless you like to eat after 8pm. I recommend this place for special celebrations.

    Kamleshwar C.

    This place has been my recent favourite.... Simply amazing The ambiance Sitting Inside & outside,both are my absolute fav! Service is fab Coming to food .... Omg being veggies ...they have thr best veggie options in the town Yummmmmm From veggi sushi to sliders to burratta...to kale salad Everything is delicious..... Drinks are wow! The serendipity is my absolute fav I luv the dirty martini too....,, Highly recommended for sure guys Been there multiple times... Can't wait to go back again

    Phillip B.

    Such an amazing treat here. The service, quality of food and ambiance is top notch. As soon as you walk in you know you're in for a treat. Unfortunately I don't remember our servers name but I'll take a stab at it. Ian? Either way our server couldn't do enough to ensure our stay was pleasant and he succeeded. My friend and i had the charbroiled burger and it was on time. The temperature was perfect, which is not always the case at other restaurants. Nothing better than great food, great service, great view as well. Definitely want to make a return visit.

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    Vanessa T.

    My husband and I came here for our anniversary and wow the restaurant is so unique! It's absolutely beautiful on the outside and the ambiance is wonderful and perfect for a date night / special celebration. We had a later reservation but the staff were super friendly and attentive. We ordered the pimento cheese dip for an appetizer and definitely recommend getting. It was so good and we asked for more bread because it was just that good. I ordered the lamb chops which were great but expected more lamb for the price we paid. Overall, great place for a special occasion!

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    Monty D.

    I took my wife to The Brinkerhoff for her birthday, and they made the day truly special. The grilled artichoke heart was perfect, with an excellent hickory smoky flavor. We also tried the barrel-aged margarita--again, excellent, and it definitely packs a punch. Ryan was our waiter, and he was fantastic. He provided great details about the food and explained what sets it apart from other places. He also made our margarita and clearly knows how to craft a perfect cocktail.

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    Lisa N.

    We came here for lunch on a Saturday and we were seated pretty quickly. The staff was super nice and helpful when we had any questions on the menu! There was a slight mix up when we ordered as our waitress thought we only ordered 2 entrees when we ordered 3 to share between the 2 of us but they were super nice and accommodating. We got the grapefruit juice which was $5 for fresh squeezed grapefruit juice and it was refreshing. The hummingbird roll ($28) came out next and this was a good size! It kinda threw me off that there was a chicken salad vibe in the inside of the roll but honestly it made me want to eat more because there was a citrusy taste that balanced everything out well! I got the wagyu short ribs ($54) and subbed the coleslaw with asparagus and this was so good! The ribs were super tender and fall off the bone while the sauce compliments it really well. I'm glad I subbed the coleslaw for asparagus since I'm not a fan of coleslaw. Everything was perfectly balanced which I was a little worried about since their sister restaurant, Sierra, was pretty salty when we tried them. The last entree we got was the lamb ($58) which I'm not a fan of the gamey flavor but I did try a bite and it was super tender and juicy! I do wish this came with a side rather than just the sauce only but you get 2 big pieces of lamb. I definitely recommend this place and plan on coming back one day if we want to celebrate a special occasion!

    Steven H.

    Place was really good. With a great view outside. Prices are high, but the quality was there. Staff was good; maybe a little too good. Kept asking me how things are. I'm glad they are checking on me, but man--nothing has changed in the last 15 seconds. lol

    Corinne H.

    What a stunning restaurant! The view is gorgeous and they have a beautiful indoor and outdoor patio area that overlooks the western mountain ridge. Inside may not have the same view but it is expertly decorated and has a full open kitchen to watch the edible masterpieces be created. The staff is top notch, attentive and friendly in every interaction. I visited for a private party luncheon and didn't order from the menu but was able to sample some truly divine eats curated especially for this occasion. Have you had sushi freshly prepared from an actual whole fish? Well that was my highlight item of the meal and it was divine! I also had the most refreshing pomegranate aperol spritz. I don't make it to Castle Rock often but this is a destination restaurant worth coming back to try the actual menu items for.

    Bob P.

    Awesome place. Amazing views, great food, killer drinks. Oh and outstanding service!! (Thank you Barrett!! Welcome back to Colorado!). The crab cakes were INSANE!! Best we have ever had. Great wine selection. The drinks are super cool!! Highly recommend.

    Amisha S.

    Okay this may be my new favorite spot! First of all, it's gorgeous... the vibe, the ambiance, the service! Their food is exceptional! We had the truffle French fries (yum! A staple here) and the coconut tuna roll (our fave) and the crispy rice with tuna (love, just wish it came with a few more pieces... only 4 to an order). We split the burger (pretty standard) with their loaded baked potato. Also absolutely loved the ZD white from Napa Valley! Such a delicious pour!!

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    We went for lunch. The menu is varied (hamburgers to sushi to short ribs), the service was wonderful, and the view is amazing!

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    We are glad to hear that Austin took great care of you!

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    Too expensive for what you get. Selection not good. Ambiance is fabulous. Great view!

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    Beautiful environment, average food for the price. I had the Aji tuna salad. Nothing to write home about. Tuna did not taste fresh.

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    fantastic service - food is top tear with a great atmosphere. will be back once our wallet recovers.

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    Everything was wonderful. Service in the bar area is great. The food exceeded our expectations and the old fashions are on point!

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    Excellent menu and outstanding staff! The ambience is perfect for a group or a couple.

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    The food was amazing at lunch, our server was attentive and polite, and the restaurant is beautiful! We are going back for dinner!

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