Flagstaff House

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Address:
1138 Flagstaff Road
Boulder, CO 80302

Neighborhood:
Boulder

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Cuisine:
American

Price: $50 and over

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Flagstaff House Details

Dining Style: Fine Dining
Website: http://flagstaffhouse.com
Phone: (303) 442-4640
Hours of Operation: Dinner: Sunday - Friday: 6:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm; Cocktails: Daily: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: American, Steak
Executive Chef: Mark Monette
Dress Code: Business Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Fireplace, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Smoking Area, Takeout, View, Wine
Private Party Facilities: Whether you need space for as few as 12 or as many as 200 people, we can accommodate your private party needs. From our elegant world class dining atmosphere and fabulous menu, to the fresh mountain air and inspiring views of Boulder, Colorado.
Private Party Contact: Jean Davis (303) 442-4640

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Parking: Valet

A word from Flagstaff House

Chef Mark Monette has been responsible for the culinary delights at the Flagstaff House since 1985. His unique style of cooking incorporates French cuisine with Asian accents, brought together by his training in several michelin three star restaurants in France and the Orient. Mark has worked… with several master chefs including Bernard Hermman and Thomas Keller. At the Flagstaff House chef Mark has had the pleasure of preparing a special menu for the Emperor and Empress of Japan as well as the Prime minister of Japan and his foreign ministers. The restaurant has also hosted many dinners for notable culinary dignitaries including Paul Bocuse, Angela Gaja and Robert Mondavi. The Monette family has owned the Flagstaff House since 1971. The restaurant holds many prestigious awards including Colorado's longest holding Wine Spectator Grand Award. Please note our dress code prohibits shorts, t-shirts and athletic attire.Continued

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Diner Reviews

"The views were magnificent and the restaurant was beautiful. We did not experience a welcoming atmosphere when entering in spite of the beauty. Service was good but extremely stoic and that partnered with what we all felt was average tastes in each of our dinners made the evening less than the festive yummy event we had hoped. We found it mediocre - certainly not bad but not good enough to return. We apologize for writing a negative review but it the feeling that we had when we left the restaurant."
Dined on 3/9/2014
"I've been dining at the Flagstaff House for at least 30 years, and even had my wedding there 7 years ago. It is truly the finest in food and service, with a mind-boggling wine list."
Dined on 3/4/2014
"The view and the steaks are the two main reasons to go to this restaurant. A couple of my guests tried the Denver Wagyu steaks and loved them. The server tried to convince us to get the Japanese Wagyu which was much more expensive - but my guests enjoyed the Denver version anyway. Definitely order the chocolate lava cake when you put in your dinner order!"
Dined on 3/1/2014
"We had a disappointing dinner experience for our Valentine's night out. We were seated at a fairly large table that had been placed in the middle of the seating area. We could either shout our conversation ( very romantic!) or slide around the side of this and sit with the mental legs of this temporary table pressing against your legs. There also was a cold air breeze passing through the floor area which required my wife to place her coat on her legs.. The service was fine but because of the placement of our table, we had a constant movement of staff serving the other tables in the area because we were placed in between them.The food was very good as usual. In all years we have dined at Flagstaff, this was the least satisfactory experience."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"I have had the good fortune of dining at some of the renown restaurants in the world and I am happy to say that we have one in our area. It is a special place for special occasions. And sometimes - just as a treat! The food has a continental flare and the breads and pastries are wonderful. Most delightful were the unexpected little food touches before, during and after the meal. The presentation and service was terrific. On a personal note - this restaurant always reminds me of my Aunt (Kyoko Kita) who helped Colorado entertain the Crown Prince and Princess during their visit to Colorado. She and her Sogetsu group did many flower arrangements during the royal visit and it was a special time for my family."
Dined on 2/25/2014
"The view of Boulder is breathtaking day and night. Excellent cuisine, varied and imaginative without being over the top. Service is friendly and impeccable."
Dined on 2/23/2014
"This is definitely a place for special occasions, which we have done several times. After a few years of eating in downtown, we went back again and were disappointed. The view is still the best in Boulder, of course. But the food was uneven--great appetizer (tuna tartar) and salad, the entrees were just so-so (duck--should be rarer and chicken--very salty sauce), and excellent dessert (creme brûlée). The same went for drinks--amazing cocktail (side car) and bourbon on the rocks, but the wine was a bit of a problem. Two people ordered red wine by the glass, and, after searching for a while, they said they were out. How could they not know, since the wine list is on an iPad, which meant they could update once a particular bottle was out."
Dined on 2/21/2014
"Food was good. The service was good, although they rushed at times to pick up your plates before you were done. Disappointed in where we were seated. When I called and requested a window seat, they said it was first come first serve. Understandable since this is a place know for its view. When we got there the place was almost empty. They seated us in the very back corner near the door. There were several seats against the window. When I asked if we could get a window seat, she said they were reserved. Made no sense. Was really disappointed. The draft by the door was so cold they had to put a space heater on. The experience was ok, but I wouldn't rush back."
Dined on 2/22/2014
"Beautiful place, great views, good service, all the fun bells and whistles you'd want from a fine dining restaurant. The food, however, was decent, but not memorable. Too bad."
Dined on 2/21/2014
"The food was outstanding! We went for our anniversary and had a fantastic time. Our waiter was very friendly and knowledgeable; he recommended a great scotch to try after I finished my first glass."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"I enjoyed it all. the timing of the food. how the staff worked together to bring out all the food. It was just very nice."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"My experience at the Flagstaff House was very memorable. The cuisine, service, and scenic views were all very memorable. I will be back to this restaurant again in the future."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"We had one of the best meals of our lives. hard to get a cab in boulder but beyond that was an amazing night and amazing food. We will not soon forget"
Dined on 2/14/2014
"Celebrated my granddaughter's 9th B-day (we've been doing this at the Falgstaff House since she was 5 !!!) - the staff was very efficient and professional - always a memorable occassion."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"The food was great and so were all of the staff except our waiter. I tried to give him the benefit of the doubt - we all have bad days, but he seemed exasperated and impatient from the time we were seated. The duck and the trout were both delicious and perfectly cooked. The view of the valley at sunset was beautiful."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"My wife and I have been here many times. We have brought the kids here on Mother's Day (admittedly a few years ago!) and every dinner has been wonderful and memorable. We have noticed that they are able to accommodate families and couples so everyone has an enjoyable time. The food and the staff are exquisite. The personal touches they provide always make this the place we go for a special occasion, or if we need a special occasion they make it one."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"We had a nice evening here, but for $100 / plate, I would've expected a better experience. It was around 15 minutes before our waiter even arrived to ask us for drinks after we got in, and this sort of service continued throughout the evening. Our food was OK -- both entrees were luke warm and dry, which was disappointing."
Dined on 2/15/2014
"By boyfriend and I went to Flagstaff House for Valentine's Day and we had a great experience. It is pretty pricey, making it a good fit for those special occasions that come up a couple times a year. The staff is friendly and helpful and all tables offer an exceptional view of Boulder. Being a college student, I am not use such fine dining so I was amazed at the fact that the valet parking was complementary haha. I ordered the filet mignon (rare). It was cooked to perfection and plating was very impressive. Overall, the food and service were exceptional. I look forward to dining there again and I highly recommend Flagstaff House to anyone looking for a phenomenal dining experience."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"It was our first time in the restaurant, we have a great time and the food was fantastic, we will love to come back again! highly recommended for a romantic dinner!!!"
Dined on 2/15/2014
"This was our second visit to the Flagstaff House, and it was just as wonderful as the first. The food is incredible and the service is friendly and top-notch. The only negative, and it wasn't a big deal, was that there were so many tables in the dining room that my husband compared it to "Maggianos" (he kept getting people bumping into his chair). But that could have been because they had a lot of tables booked for Valentine's weekend. In any case, we can't wait to go back for our next special occasion."
Dined on 2/15/2014
"Flagstaff house used to be iconic dining in the Boulder area and was my favorite restaurant. Have been there many, many times. However, food this last Valentines day was not just average but really terrible across everything that we ordered. Considering the cost ($475 for 2 people without desert) really hard to forgive the serious problems with the food. Can't see going back anytime soon."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"Loved the food and the staff. If you go in knowing how much you will spend it will be a great experience. Everything was amazing."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"Flagstaff defiantly lived up to our romantic night out, food was awesome, atmosphere equally awesome! Downside being very pricey and a poor server. She was dull with no personality, not friendly and slow! Luckily her support was a lot better, they were friendly, polite and always with a smile. She acted as if our romantic getaway was interfering with her Saturday night. Overall was a pleasant experience and would recommend to a friend.( just hope they get a different server)"
Dined on 2/15/2014
"Amazing view and great food. A little pricey, but well worth it."
Dined on 2/13/2014
"Flagstaff is the perfect blend of romance and ambiance for that special occasion. Outstanding service!!"
Dined on 2/15/2014
"Everything about this restaurant is amazing--from the complimentary valet parking, to the wait staff, the great views, and the fabulous food. Perfect for a special occasion; you will feel pampered and pleased from start to finish. Don't forget to try to "Chocolate in the Bag" for dessert!"
Dined on 2/15/2014
"Some greater Denver or Colorado ratings leave this restaurant off...a major error or perhaps local pride or commercialism of the publication but it is one of the best in the US. We have eaten in many of the best in the US and some in the world and Flagstaff House ranks with them all."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"Our reservations were at 9:30 and we showed at 8:30 assuming to be at the bar a bit until reservation time. They had an opening and the table was a prime spot overlooking the foothills and boulder below......started with canapes and great wine paired with a great first course. It started there and led into a great romantic meal.... 5stars all around."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"C'mon, it's the Flagstaff house. They've made a name and reputation on being phenomenal. Service, Food, wine list, view, ambience, this is a 5 star place. Yes its expensive but it you love food and consider yourself a foodie and you can eat here, do yourself a favor and do. This was on the level of French Laundry."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"Wonderful view, outstanding service,and delicious food!"
Dined on 2/15/2014
"Amazing view and ambiance. Great location. Service was very good but the food did not wow me, especially for the price. Definitely good food, but I expected more for the expense. The "Chocolate Box" dessert was amazing, but ultimately you are paying for the location and view!"
Dined on 2/14/2014
"Although it was very good, the lamb seems overpriced for the amount you get."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"My fiancée and I had an incredible Valentines day date at Flagstaff house. Our table was right against the glass with tremendous night time views of Boulder. The service was prompt, informative and welcoming. The food, fantastic. Definitely recommend this place for a special occasion."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"My wife and I celebrated Valentine's day 2014 with dinner at Flagstaff House. The service and food were five star. We had the special Valentine's day appetizer, which included delicious shrimp and mouth watering rare tuna. For the main course, my wife had the Maine Day Boat Lobster and I had 6 Oz of the 7k Ranch Colorado Wagyu New York Strip. Both were excellent choices. Unfortunately we didn't leave room for dessert."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"We celebrated Valentine's Day here and it was truly a special occasion. Every bite of food was was just a delight to the palate; the presentation is outstanding and unique from the bronze rabbit who serves the hors d'oeuvres to the beautiful china. Our waiter, Brian, was knowledgeable, charming, efficient and accommodating. The view at night of Boulder city lights is so romantic. If you have never been up Flagstaff to the 'House' - treat yourself! It will be a memorable occasion."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"Amazing food, ambiance and service. The mixed drinks are heavenly and my husband truly enjoyed the selection of small batch bourbon. I loved that we got there earlier in the evening so we could truly enjoy the peace and ambiance we craved on a date night without our 1 year old baby. We had an amazing view over the mountain side and it was only made better by the entire experience."
Dined on 2/13/2014
"My husband and I had a perfect night out at the Flagstaff House to celebrate our anniversary. Everything about the evening was wonderful from the moment we arrived and began our night with a drink at the bar to the delicious food, spectacular view, attentive service, and special sample bites from the chef throughout the meal. It was the perfect place to celebrate!"
Dined on 2/12/2014
"What a wonderful experience. Fantastic service that was attentive but not intrusive. The food was outstanding. We had the lamb special and some had the salmon. No one was disappointed."
Dined on 2/8/2014
"We went here for the first time for my husband's birthday. The food was perfect; the service impeccable. We will be back here for sure."
Dined on 2/8/2014
"If you are looking for a special occasion place to impress a date or business colleague, Flagstaff House delivers on multiple levels. The view, the food, the service are all outstanding but the real surprise was the depth and breadth of the wine list. Offering a truly quality selection delivered on an iPad that you can peruse at your leisure, the wine list is probably one of the most extensive we have seen. Be prepared for sticker shock, but it is worth every penny!"
Dined on 2/7/2014

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