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221 South Oak
Price: Expensive•American•4.9(2,327)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.Sidework
Price: Expensive•American•4.9(661)Side Work is a cozy Spanish American lounge in an intimate, mid-century setting that offers a full menu composed of seasonal sharable plates, rotating craft cocktails, and an extensive, well curated wine list. Guests enjoy the Whole Roasted Branzino and the Herb Crusted Lamb Loin.
Choose Side Work for Happy Hour 5-6pm nightly, featuring $10 appetizers, $10 wines by the glass and cocktails, and $5 beer.
The parklette offers streetside outdoor dining, weather permitting.
Allred's Restaurant
Price: Very Expensive•Continental•4.8(2,408)Renowned for its culinary excellence and extraordinary service, Allred's offers our guests an award-winning Wine List, with an emphasis on exceptional wines from around the world.
Allred's is operating with a prix fixe menu that mixes local and regional as well as organic and original.
Our contemporary American cuisine is available daily for dinner throughout the Summer and Winter seasons. Reservations are strongly encouraged.
The bar offers the full pre-fixe menu as well as a la carte options. Bar seating is first come, first serve.
To get to Allred's, take the gondola from either Telluride or Mountain Village and exit at the mid-station—St. Sophia Station. Follow the signs to Allred's.New Sheridan Chop House
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(1,419)A lively main street steak house offering a selection of the worlds finest steaks, eclectic fresh seafood and daily specials. Executive Chef Brian Batten focuses on the highest quality local ingredients prepared with Gourmet American flair. Paired with an award winning wine list, the New Sheridan Chop House is sure to please the most discriminating palates. For parties of more than six guests please call 970-728-9100 www.newsheridan.com
La Marmotte
Price: Very Expensive•French•4.7(1,427)Located in historic downtown Telluride, La Marmotte offers classic French cuisine and features a world class wine program. We are open nightly from 5pm - 9pm with a 3-course prix fixe menu, as well as a la carte dining options at our bar and patio area. La Marmotte features the best patio in town, with prime outdoor seating (weather permitting). Join us for Happy Hour in the bar and on the pation 5-6pm. Please visit our website www.lamarmotte.com for more details or call 970-728-6232.Floradora Saloon
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.7(335)Whether you’re craving a juicy burger or fresh salad, we’ve got it all here at Floradora Saloon. Our restaurant’s unique menu features mouthwatering options for appetizers, like the honey-baked Brie or the locals favorite jalapenos poppers. We also offer and array delicious soups and salads, the Diablo bowl is a must after a long day in mountains. Our platters include salmon fish tacos, blackened tofu or the popular fish and chips. We also offer a large selection of delicious whiskey, locals beers, distinct wines and cocktail.
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- RRaechelNashville •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoThe branzino was wonderful as well as corn and crab risottoMore infoSideworkPrice: Expensive• American• Telluride•4.9
- KKevinAustin •6 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoOutstanding! Every detail was just absolutely wonderful. Will definitely come back again!More info221 South OakPrice: Expensive• American• Telluride•4.9
- PPeriVIPDenver / Colorado •128 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoExcellent sushi fantastic service great sake selectionMore infoKazahanaPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Telluride•4.7
- SsallieVIPDallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoNew Sheridan Chop House is one of our very favorite places to eat in Telluride! I had the dinner salad and scallops and both were delicious! Service is always excellent.More infoNew Sheridan Chop HousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Telluride•4.8
- JJonathanDenver / Colorado •14 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoAndrea our server is an exceptional server & sommelier! We highly recommend La Marmotte! Delicious.More infoLa MarmottePrice: Very Expensive• French• Telluride•4.7
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Discover Telluride
Telluride is a small, quaint ski town, making it a memorable place to grab a bite to eat after hitting the slopes. Cafes and restaurants offer diners a local seasonal variety while international fare like French, Mexican and Thai are also available. Try noodle dishes and curries as well as chicken fingers and specialty burritos. King crab ceviche lettuce wraps offer you an eclectic dining experience that the area is known for, but if you’re in a hurry, grab a ham-and-cheese croissant to go. Several bakeries will keep you happy with donuts, cookies and cakes. Even though people visit Telluride for the slopes and the snow, the townspeople know the importance of providing visitors and locals with a good meal.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Telluride is Siam Talay - Mountain Village
The best vegetarian restaurants in Telluride are 221 South Oak, La Marmotte and Dunton Kitchen
The restaurants with the best service in Telluride are Siam Talay - Mountain Village, Dunton Kitchen and Cosmopolitan - Telluride
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Telluride are Dunton Kitchen, Cosmopolitan - Telluride and Black Iron Kitchen and Bar
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