221 South Oak

Name: 221 South Oak
Address: 221 S. Oak St, Telluride, CO, United States, 81435
Telephone: (970) 591-5852
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (2334)

$31 to $50

American

221 S. Oak St , Telluride, CO 81435

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2 people

Jul 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

221 is set in a tastefully refurbished historic home nestled in the trees on South Oak St, just steps from the Gondola. For years, 221 South Oak has been renowned for its intimate atmosphere, incredible food, extensive wine list, friendly service and uncompromising quality. Chef/Owner Eliza serves cuisine classified as Modern Bistro with an eclectic blend of flavors and styles. Full Vegetarian Menu is available.
We also offer catering services in the privacy of your home. Wine and Delectable Pairing Classes are available weekly.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(970) 591-5852
Website
https://www.221southoak.com/?y_source=1_MTAzMTc2MTgxMS04NjAtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ%3D%3D
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Eliza H.S. Gavin
Catering
221 Offers Off-site Catering<br />You're accustomed to great food at the restaurant, now experience it in your home. Whether it's a dinner party, quiet luncheon or drinks and nibbles, we're here for you. If you're lacking space for a large party, you may rent out 221. A great space for rehearsal dinners, family reunions, and holiday parties.
Private party facilities
Rehearsal Dinners, Birthdays, Anniversaries and Engagement Parties are all special occasions that deserve the proper party. 221 offers private dinner parties in our intimate dinning room and catering. We cater to cocktail parties, luncheons, private classes and full course dinners.

Location
221 S. Oak St , Telluride, CO 81435
Neighborhood
Telluride
Cross street
Pacific St
Parking details
Self Parking on the Street
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Wine Pairing and Tasting Menu
$250.00 per person
May 30, 2025 - Oct 3, 2025
Ever wondered how much a dash, drizzle or pinch may be and how much is too much? Explore these questions and other culinary quandaries with Chef Eliza on Thursdays, from 11:00 to 2:30. Chef Eliza will demonstrate 12 dishes and Sommelier Paul will pour 10 wines, harmonizing or juxtaposing the cuisine. Recipes feature summer flavors and lesser known ingredients. Learn from Sophie the art of wine pairing and dive into the regions and varietals of wine. Take with you all of the recipes, a full tummy and a bevy of new friends. Feel free to request a date for a class that fits your schedule. Most of our classes are held on Fridays but we are open to private classes any day of the week.

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Bay Scallops & Pork Belly with Crispy Brussels Sprouts$27.00
Plum Butter, Peanut Salsa Macha & Shiitake Mushroom
Eliza's Sausage Plate$20.00
Five House Made Sausages with Accoutrements
Burrata with Tempura Broccolini$22.00
Grilled Flatbread, Beet Relish & Pistachio Dukkah
Grilled Octopus with Pork Sausage$30.00
Seaweed Salad, Black Garlic Jus & Hazelnut Muhammara

Solo Starters

Duo of Soups$17.00
Pureed Soups that Change Frequently
Seared Foie Gras with Foie Gras Truffle & Candied Pepita$35.00
Tapioca Chip, Turmeric Puree & Apple Butter
Baby Kale & Apple with Whipped Chevre$16.00
Maple Sherry Vinaigrette, Pickled Cauliflower Heart & Roasted Beet
Petit Hearts of Romaine Salad with Parmigianno Reggiano$17.00
White Anchovy & Chickpea Crouton
Buttermilk Fried Quail with Spicy Honey$27.00
Vinaigrette Dressed Greens & Bleu d'Auvergne

Game

*These items are served raw or may be cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked eggs, meat, and seafood may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Duck Confit with Fontina Leek Pupusa & Shiitake Broth$46.00
Baby Kale, Shiitake Mushroom, Duck Prosciutto, Peanut Salsa Macha & Crispy Pickled Shallot
*Elk T-Bone with Creamy Polenta & Brodo$60.00
Candied Pink Peppercorns, Crispy Parmigiano Reggiano & Broccolini
*Rack of Lamb with Walnut Yogurt$62.00
White Bean Puree, Carrot, Cauliflower & Sesame Persillade
Braised Bison Short Rib with Goji Berry Agrodolce$58.00
Sweet Potato Mash, Salsa Verde, Celeriac & Braised Brussels Sprouts

Fare

*These items are served raw or may be cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked eggs, meat, and seafood may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

*Wagyu Flat Iron Steak with Crispy Smoked Potato Skins$60.00
Potato Pave, Tarragon Coulis, Grilled Shiitake & Cauliflower
Herb Roasted Chicken, Halloumi & Carrot Jus$38.00
Acorn Squash, Candied Olive & Kale
Rocky Mountain Trout with Duo of Ravioli$46.00
Fried Caper, Brown Butter & Micro Green
Colorado Striped Bass with Cider Broth$43.00
Hazelnut Crumble, Black Rice, Apple, Beet & Parsnip
*Organic Salmon with Sweet Potato Mochi & Beet Hummus$47.00
Rainbow Carrot, Wakame & Apple Miso Coulis

What 2,334 people are saying

221 South Oak reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

221 South Oak in Telluride offers an extraordinary dining experience characterized by "amazing food" and "wonderful staff." Guests rave about the "creative menu" with exceptional vegetarian options, while the ambiance and attentive service make it a "must-go" spot. Signature dishes like trout and bison short ribs delight, ensuring memorable visits.

2,334 Reviews

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Alison
Philadelphia County1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The elk T-bone was one of the best steaks we’ve ever had! Lovely birthday dinner out on the patio. Highly recommend!
221 South OakResponded today
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Patricia VIP
New York City12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was wonderful and the dinner deliciously delicious. Thank you!
221 South OakResponded today
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Sheryl VIP
Houston61 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had brunch at 221 after talking about it for years. It was delicious. We have had many meals there and the brunch was as good as all the rest. Will definitely go back. Not sure why it takes so long to get drinks out. Only constructive feedback. We had the fried green tomatoes Benedict and soft shell crab eggs 🥚 Benedict. Both were delicious 😋 and we would order again. The complimentary blueberry 🫐 muffins were the best we have ever eaten!! Thank you, Eliza!!
221 South OakResponded today
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Jan
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had Eliza cater our wedding and it was amazing. It was absolutely perfect. Our signature cocktails spot on probably the best cocktails I’ve had We went to dinner last night, sat outside very quaint ambience very quiet We ordered tuna tartare the combo soup I believe the quail is my favorite Lamb chops are delicious elk and bison We tried them all this restaurant is amazing .
221 South OakResponded today
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Wight VIP
New York City16 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent restaurant. The food is fantastic and the vibe is fun and friendly.
221 South OakResponded today
Thank you for visiting our home and your positive review. Eliza
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Kevin
Austin6 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding! Every detail was just absolutely wonderful. Will definitely come back again!
221 South OakResponded on July 6, 2025
Thank you for visiting our home and your positive review. Eliza
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Rachel VIP
New Orleans / Louisiana6 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had a lovely evening at 221 South Oak. Our waiter was both friendly and attentive, which made for a pleasant dining experience. We began with the tuna tartare appetizer special. The avocado was vibrant and flavorful, but the tuna itself had a slightly fishy taste that detracted from the dish. For our main courses, we tried the salmon, lamb, and elk. The lamb was especially delicious, and I really enjoyed the sauce it was served with. However, I wasn’t particularly fond of the sides that accompanied it. The elk was also very good, though it was a bit heavy on the pepper, which overpowered the natural flavor of the meat. The creamy polenta served alongside it was excellent. While I usually enjoy cucumbers, we weren’t fans of how they were prepared in the side dish. My husband had the salmon and thought it was just okay—he wasn’t especially impressed with the sides either.
221 South OakResponded today
So sorry we disappointed you. Thank you for your frank feedback. We work to improve and it's specific details such as this betters us for future guests. Thank you for visiting our home and Telluride, Eliza
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Jen
San Antonio1 review
5.0
Dined on July 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an exceptional meal! The Colorado Trout preparation was perfect and tasted beautiful. We also felt the braised Bison was outstanding and so tender and flavorful! We sat in the garden and enjoyed being outdoors in comfortable seating and quiet conversation was easy to have! We would go again in a heartbeat!
221 South OakResponded on July 6, 2025
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Debbie VIP
Denver / Colorado4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a special place and what an extraordinary meal. This restaurant in the heart of Telluride promised to be a wonderful experience and it did not unsell itself. As a converted house with a lovely garden patio, we sat inside in a little nook. The food was not only delicious which we would have expected from a Top Chef and Beat Bobby Flay contestant but the beautiful as well. The menu promised a variety of interesting and fresh choices. This is a must go if you are in Telluride - you will not be disappointed!
221 South OakResponded today
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Jonathan
Denver / Colorado15 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 30, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
My striped bass was expired an inedible. I had three bites and felt sick.
221 South OakResponded on July 6, 2025
So sorry we disappointed you. Thank you for your frank feedback. We work to improve and it's specific details such as this betters us for future guests. Thank you for visiting our home and Telluride, Eliza
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FAQs

221 South Oak offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (970) 591-5852.

221 South Oak is rated 4.8 stars by 2334 OpenTable diners.

221 South Oak does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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