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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"Everything about Flagstaff House was perfect. Never have I had such perfect service N the food is cooked to perfection. Best dinning experience I've ever had."
Dined on 7/20/2014
"Expensive (wine + appetizers + entrées + coffees and dessert for two = 300$), but totally worth it."
Dined on 7/20/2014
"This is one of the best meals, and best dining experiences, I have had in many years in Colorado. Food was outstanding, service excellent . . . and that view!"
Dined on 7/20/2014
"I travel every week and eat out all the time. For a balance of great food, spectacular wines, amazing views and attentive but not overbearing service this is one of the best places I've been. Overall experience was brilliant."
Dined on 7/18/2014
"I took my girlfriend here for her birthday and it was an exceptional experience. Staff catered very well to the occasion making it one to remember. This may be the best meal I ever ate!"
Dined on 7/17/2014
"The sommelier at the Flagstaff House did not disappoint. Knowledgable and friendly, she picked the perfect wine. The food was delicious, but the waiter didn't ask our children what they wanted to drink. We had to ask him to take their beverage orders well into the first course. He lacked attention to the table and the second course came out over twenty minutes after the first course were finished. Probably the most disappointing service in all the years we have been going to the Flagstaff House."
Dined on 7/17/2014
"This is probably THE most expensive restaurant you can eat at in Boulder, a foodie town with lots of wonderful high quality dining options. Don't get me wrong, the Flagstaff house is very special, from the location, to the views, and the "special occasion" feel of the place. The service is excellent and the staff accommodating and friendly. The food? It's good, not great. I dined there this week for a family birthday celebration. We saw at least 3 other tables doing the same as they were delivered the same special birthday dessert sampler that was beautifully presented. Would I go back for a another special occasion? Perhaps. Would I choose to dine there otherwise? Probably not. $39 for a very mediocre vegetarian entree was ludicrous."
Dined on 7/16/2014
"From churning their own butter from locally sourced fresh cream to attending to your every need, the waiter and supporting staff serve up excellent food with special extras between each course. Always a great choice for special occasions and good times."
Dined on 7/15/2014
"Without question this is one of the great restaurants anywhere. The view is to die for, the service so good it makes it hard to go back to normal places, the food is so good it should be illegal and the extras just take the whole experience over the top. Of the 10 best restaurants I have had the good fortune to visit in a lifetime of travel this is absolutely one of the very best."
Dined on 7/15/2014
"If you are looking for a opportunity to "make a memory" I would highly recommend the Flagstaff. The service and the quality of the staff was superb. One of the best opportunities to celebrate a special occasion in fashionable luxury."
Dined on 7/14/2014
"We could not have been more pleased. Exceptional service and attention to details of our special celebration."
Dined on 7/14/2014
"Valet parking was pleasant and professional! Staff in the restaurant were all about service from start to finish! I do not think I ever felt this special in any restaurant. The food was amazing. Starting with the all the special tastes such as the watermelon and ginger teaser to the breads, sorbet and other fine treats - AMAZING and FINEST OF QUALITY! The fish was fresh and cooked to perfection. I did not need to add a sauce to hide a fishy taste. In fact, the food delights were seasoned so well I did not need to add salt or pepper - a bite after bite fantastic experience! Don't forget to order coffee with the desert - what a joyful surprise! Without reservation I would recommend this restaurant - It is worth every dollar spent!"
Dined on 7/13/2014
"The menu selection was amazing. Flagstaff House prints their menu every night based on the chef in the kitchen and the freshness of the local food. The wine/beer/cocktail list is electronic, so you can have in-deep descriptions about what is in your drink and its origins. The valet parking was a nice surprise as well. A young man greeted us as we arrived, which he was exceptionally courteous. When we were ready to leave, we exited the restaurant and that same valet was already meeting us with our vehicle. The service overall was timely and professional without the pretentious attitude."
Dined on 7/13/2014
"We had been to the Flagstaff House once before years ago. The main reason to go is the view - great view of Boulder from the mountain side. However, even though I made the reservation over two weeks in advance, they would not let me designate a good table and although we got a table outside under the covered patio, we were right behind a tree with huge low-hanging branches which effectively negated the view. If they would just trim back the low branches it would have been perfect. (Yes I know this wouldn't be natural which is the look they are going for). All else was quite good, though not the best meal I've had. Total bill including cocktails and tip was $320 for 2 of us, and I have definitely had better meals for that price."
Dined on 7/12/2014
"My husband and I have celebrated many anniversary dinners at The Flagstaff House, and it is always the absolute best dining experience. We enjoy the gorgeous, memorable views stretching out across Boulder. But most of all, the food is excellent - our entrees were beautifully prepared to perfection. . .absolutely delicious! I highly recommend The Flagstaff House Restaurant for the ultimate dining experience!"
Dined on 7/12/2014
"As a couple who spends a significant amount of time & money dining out, this was our first visit. The service is right up there with the best. Wine selection is good and the Sommelier was fantastic. We started off with a salad and my other half had the soup - both excellent. One of us had the Maine Lobster, which also was excellent - cooked perfectly and presented beautifully. The other had the Barramundi, which was "ok" at best. We drifted from our personal policy of not ordering anything that is too far away from the table where it is served. Australian Barramundi falls into that category. We skipped dessert, but they brought our a beautiful impressive "Happy Birthday" plate for us - NICE!"
Dined on 7/11/2014
"The staff were aware it was our anniversary, and helped make it a very special night."
Dined on 7/11/2014
"The location is just outstanding with spectacular views over the valley. Interior of the restaurants is somewhat outdated and needs refurbishing. The service is superior and the food was generally good, except the fish (we had halibut and salmon) was a bit dry"
Dined on 7/10/2014
"Wonderful view, service, and wine list. The food was just okay and not up to the quality of the best Boulder and Denver restaurants."
Dined on 7/10/2014
"A Colorado & Boulder Must! Impeccable Service with a fine eye on detail. We enjoyed quality food, fine wine and spectacular sunset views. We sat at the floor to ceiling glass but would consider outdoor dining for a future visit (looked very inviting and a new offering with the recent remodeling). Wonderful way to celebrate our anniversary! Cheers to The Flagstaff House."
Dined on 7/8/2014
"The last night of our first trip to the Denver area was climaxed by this unforgettable dining experience at the Flagstff House. It was much more than we expected from the picturesque setting to the attentive service to the magnificent meal presentation and taste. We will not soon forget our wonderful evening there."
Dined on 7/8/2014
"Great as always, love the place for special occasions."
Dined on 7/7/2014
"We were treated like royalty. Great care and attention throughout the evening. One of the nicest dining experiences we have ever had."
Dined on 7/6/2014
"Great food, great service, spectacular location...can't ask for more."
Dined on 7/5/2014
"There are 3 parts to the restaurant, outside patio, inside dining in a room open to the outdoors and the inside dining room. I would not recommend sitting in the room open to the outside on a warm night. Request the inside dining room that is air conditioned. Food and service is very good."
Dined on 7/5/2014
"We had a very nice meal for our anniversary. The food was great with a lot of attention and surprises from the restaurant. The only disappointment was we did not get to sit next to the window or outdoors to enjoy the incredible view."
Dined on 7/3/2014
"There are few restaurants in the world where the staff are so attentive and responsive to your every need. Everyone went above and beyond to ensure the most pleasant customer experience. The food is fantastic, the view is amazing, the wine list is comprehensive. Everything was perfect."
Dined on 6/30/2014
"A friend recently lost her spouse and two of us took her out for dinner at my favorite restaurant. Neither had been to Flagstaff. Both remarked it was the nicest experience they could remember. No complaints."
Dined on 6/30/2014
"Three couples in the same family all share the same day for the anniversary of their wedding. Flagstaff House is the perfect venue for a special event. The last time we went was for a mother's 90th birthday. Staff were particularly attentive to food allergies without calling attention to the situation. Adaptations were made and served without great fanfare. Halibut and lobster was memorable with tasty vegetables and pesto on the side. Everyone at the table was pleased with their selections."
Dined on 6/30/2014
"Everything that I used to like about the Flagstaff House is still there but it also has a new vibe. Service is it's usual impecable quality but visually it seems more open and inviting. The food preparation was perfect and visually stunning. I need to put this back on a more regular rotation."
Dined on 6/28/2014
"I've lived in Denver-Metro for 35 years, but had never been to the Flagstaff House. I chose my 10 year Wedding Anniversary (June 28th) as my first visit, and was a little disappointed. For ambience, atmosphere, & food choices, there is no equal - it was a beautiful night & the meal was incredible. (the Duck Confit was unbelievable!). Unfortunately, the Service (i.e. the Server) a very subpar for a restaurant like the Flagstaff House. Our waiter (Nic D.) was horrible. He was very inattentive, and rushed us through our meal. It seemed like all he wanted to do was 'turn' the table for more tips and didn't seem very concerned about our dining experience. For all that $$$, I expected better - Don't think I'll ever go back."
Dined on 6/28/2014
"Superlative in every aspect of Dining. Impossible to beat the view high in the mountains overlooking the city of Boulder Colorado. Three of us had halibut and one chicken and all agree our meals were high quality, delicious, and perfectly prepared. Our friends, while not a normal habit of theirs, took pictures of the presentations to send to their foodie friends. From the main course, to the bread selections, pallet cleanser, pastry chef free morsels that kept on coming, to the selection of 9 sweeteners for the coffee (I'm talking different colored sugars and candies), everything served was elegant and unique. The service was beyond reproach--I never experienced what seemed to be an unusual number of staff attending our needs. Great!"
Dined on 6/28/2014
"This is my go to restaurant for special celebrations--anniversaries, significant birthday. Usually I find the experience extraordinary, and the price worth the little extra touches they continuously provide. Unbelievable wine offerings. The food was delicious, especially love the morel mushrooms, asparagus, crispy soft duck egg appetizer, and the short ribs were so rich and delicious. My favorite dessert hands down is the Chocolate Bag--dark chocolate, almond cake, white mousse. We usually find the service to be excellent, it was a little off the night we went, a bit surprising."
Dined on 6/27/2014
"Tons of staff. Great service. Wonderful breads! Everything made there. Incredible cocktails! Lots of little special moments and the food was done perfectly. And the view...insane!!!"
Dined on 6/25/2014
"For the cost of the food.. I was very disappointed. Some of the food was so over spiced that I could not even eat it. The service was a little slow and serving errands did occur. Since I had gone in June of 2013 for a Birthday dinner I had something to compare it to. I was very excited expecting a great dinner. Unfortunately, this was not the case."
Dined on 6/24/2014
"We were greeted at the door with a smile. Since they weren't open just yet for dinner, we were asked if we'd like to sit outside and have a cocktail. We decided on a bottle of wine. At the last minute we decided that the bottle we wanted was not appropriate as it was only a half bottle, and changed our order. No issue. More smiles. We were seated quickly after that and the meal was fantastic as was the view. Deer frolicked as we ate. As it was our Anniversary, we were treated to a few extra's from the chef that were completely unexpected. I thought we would only be getting a first and second course meal with desert, but instead there were quite a few extras. We were STUFFED by the time we left. Spent $400 on dinner."
Dined on 6/24/2014
"Top notch service, delicious and unique foods, huge wine list. Lots of chef's special treats in between courses. Pricey but worth it!"
Dined on 6/23/2014
"Aside from the food being very tasty, there was so much of it! Several unexpected appetizers and between course bites. The view, of course, can't be beat. Once or twice we had trouble getting the attention of our waiter. Touch-screen drinks menu was annoying."
Dined on 6/22/2014
"Online res was nice and easy but they missed that I was celebrating my 25th wedding anniversary. Food we ordered was good but the pastry chef's offerings at the end of the evening were dry and boring. Dinner didn't come with salad. Service not up to par this visit. Water glass ran dry, had to wait to get a drink fixed that was made wrong. Had to wait for bread. Wait staff proper and fancy but not very attentive when they thought they were not needed. Too many plates that don't get used and then they're changed too often. Dishwasher must wonder why they're always washing clean dishes. Wasteful."
Dined on 6/22/2014
"The view is truly unbelievable and this restaurant is worth all of the hype. The food was spectacular and the staff was courteous and professional."
Dined on 6/21/2014

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