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Left Bank Restaurant, Vail, CO
Left Bank Restaurant, Vail, CO
Left Bank Restaurant, Vail, CO
Left Bank Restaurant, Vail, CO
Left Bank Restaurant, Vail, CO

Left Bank Restaurant

4.8
4.8
824 Reviews
$31 to $50
French
The Left Bank Restaurant has been a Vail staple for over 48 years. A classic French restaurant, The Left Bank serves the finest and freshest cuisine prepared from scratch daily. Select an amazing wine at a fair price from our world-renowned wine list to accentuate your meal experience. Bordeaux, Burgundy, Rhone, Champagne, and a vast selection from around the world will surely please your palate. Join us for a journey through the French countryside while tucked in the Rocky Mountains!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    French, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (970) 476-3696
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jean-Michel Chelain
  • Catering
    The Left Bank Vail will cater in your home with a full staff for small or large parties.
  • Private party facilities
    The Left Bank welcomes private parties and small groups up to 95 people. Please contact us directly for details.
  • Private party contact
    jean michel chelain: (970) 476-3696
  • Neighborhood
    Vail
  • Cross street
    International Bridge, Checkpoint Charlie
  • Parking details
    Park in the Vail Village Parking Garage
  • Public transit
    Solaris
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 824 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver / Colorado

    Great for fine wines

  • Denver / Colorado

    Romantic

  • Denver / Colorado

    French

  • Mountains

    Great for fine wines

  • Mountains

    Romantic

  • Mountains

    Good for special occasions

824 Reviews
  1. SpeedRacer15

    Dallas

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Left Bank is a fabulous French restaurant that parents have been visiting for 50 years. Originally owners sold to their chef 15-20 years and nothing has ever changed (good thing!). Very traditional French fare. Will not be disappointed.

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  2. mickeyj

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been dining at the Left Bank since 1977 and it is consistently superb in every respect. The food is the best French cuisine outside of France and we were in France 2 months ago. The service is impeccable and the setting is relaxing yet elegant.

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  3. LeighF

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful dinner to celebrate our anniversary. As always everything was perfect!

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  4. Chris

    Dallas

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service were awesome. The ambiance was great too.

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  5. jacks

    San Antonio

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant in Colorado have been eating here for about 30 years

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  6. GeneW

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good seating arrangement. Perfect service. Excellent food. Would definitely dine there again.

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  7. annie2015

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent French restaurant with wine to match. Wonderful spot for celebratory dinner but just as comfortable for casual lighter gathering. Do order the soufflé. Staff is knowledgeable and meets you where you are. It has been in Vail for 50 years for a reason!

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  8. RussN

    Denver

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chef/owner and his staff provide excellent attention to detail on every level of your dining experience! It is refreshing to find a quiet and cozy atmosphere in the heart of Vail Village, and great service staff that are extremely knowledgeable regarding food and wine. The lamb and beef Wellington was superb! This has become our favorite restaurant in the Vail Valley.

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  9. JFG17

    Denver

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The special was Beef Wellington. Never order it. Please I am advising you sincerely never order it. If you do you will be spoiled for life.

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  10. Oldtimers

    Denver

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Would definitely return for a second try. Fabulous wine (although waiter didn't pour at the table from bottle - for that price range, should've been poured at the table so customer can review bottle); fish was pricey and bland, but presentation was fun and great fresh quality; vegetables were mediocre; service was almost 5 stars except for when I asked to see the bottle he said he wasn't sure . . . ????? huh? $35 for a glass of wine and you don't have the bottle? Nonetheless, we will go back and try again. Amazing location, beautiful decorations, old school, loved the ambience. Definitely worth a try!

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We literally come to Vail annually for a night or two at the left bank. Best memories made and food we eat all year.

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  12. criticaldining

    Phoenix

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once again spectacular food and service. Probably the best restaurant in the Vail Valley

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  13. JamieF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful! Everything I expected and more! Would definitely recommend

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  14. LindyC

    Denver

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    The dishes were unusual so we tried them but did not like the flavors. Trout needed a cream sauce and I didn’t like the balsamic sauce for the veal. I didn’t care for the eggplant with potato layers and it was not hit enough. The lemon soufflé was the best ever. The butter lettuce salad was also very good. The lychee martini appetizer were great.

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  15. natethegreat

    San Diego

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food, the best duck confit I’ve ever had! Fresh fruit tart for dessert was sublime and the soufflés are always a treat. Service by Abel was wonderful, very gracious and professional.

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  16. michellem

    Orlando

    218 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    218 reviews

    Dined on August 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have dined at Left Bank a few times prior to this time. Every experience has been very good. This past time was above and beyond, it was excellent from start to finish. Great selection of bottled wines, service was wonderful. The encrusted tomato soup is always delicious. My husband and I shared the Dover sole for two which melted in our mouths. A simple fruit tart with ice cream was a great way to end our meal. No room for the extra goodies given at the end but they were a sweet treat the next day! We highly recommend Left Bank.

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  17. LoriN

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience3
    There was some cross contamination somewhere with my appetizer and I got terribly I’ll.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Muy buena comida y servicio No nos aviso un mesero que un platillo era para dos personas

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    great ambiance. Delicious food! Servers were professionals

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  20. RogerO

    Austin

    24 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Delicious food, excellent wines, very nice space, attentive service, great location. Probably the most elegant restaurant around. We will return. It’s expensive, though, in part because portions are large - especially the shareable dinners which can easily serve 3 or more rather than the two advised on the menu, and staff does not discourage ordering too much (maybe it’s just us but we appreciate staff that help us calibrate our appetite at the moment to the portions they know better than we do)

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant had some of the best food and the best service I’ve ever had. I will recommending this place to anybody and everybody I hear is coming to Vail. The CÔTELETTE DE PORC AUX ECHALOTES was cooked perfectly. It was the best pork chop I’ve ever had. The STEAK AU POIVRE BLANC that my sister had was also perfection. We advised our waiter, Brenden, that we had allergies to tree nuts and he helped us navigate around anything that may cause a reaction. Each time he placed something on the table he mentioned it was but-free. I know it’s something that seems very small but it was very thoughtful and we appreciated not having to ask ( a lot of places will forget you mentioned it and some still bring items with nuts). The soufflé and the tart we had was also absolutely phenomenal. Trust me, visit The Left Bank when you come to Vail. You won’t regret it.

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  22. GaryTexas

    New Orleans

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Top class everything and well executed. Rack of lamb for two was delicious…perfectly cooked with tasty sauce. 8 lamb chops served which means I ate more than my wife did….5-3!! Left Bank rarely disappoints.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite restaurants in Vail. The food is absolutely delicious!

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  24. Bernie

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Among the best restaurants in Colorado and that includes Denver. Food excellent and the service equal.

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  25. Tracy

    Denver

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on June 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very romantic but also good for larger parties of 10 or 12. A gem in vail

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  26. DenVailMauiLiz

    Denver

    437 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    437 reviews

    Dined on June 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a delightful dining experience at Left Bank, as always. Brendan, our server, and Andy, the sommelier, were pleasant, helpful and professional. The food & wine were delicious & the pace of service was spot on. This is a must visit restaurant for us when we’re in Vail!

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  27. HeatherG

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    The setting is lovely and service top notch. However the food was wildly overpriced, making it hard to enjoy. The escargot was almost inedible due to too much garlic and parsley and the french onion soup was bland. We won't be back.

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  28. Wafigo

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    local gem with outstanding wine list, real find for us

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  29. LeighF

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff is amazing and the wine list is incredible. Recommended wines are always wonderful. Tomato soup in puff pastry and lemon soufflé are 2 of my favorites.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice if incredibly pricy. Amazing service and delicious food

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The prices are in the stratosphere! The $80 Dover Sole is now $149! They sell it as for 2 people to share but it’s really not that much fish. It’s good but not for the price. Like most restaurants in Vail, there’s a lot of gouging going on. They just count on the new crew coming through each week. A captive tourist audience willing to pay the ridiculous prices because they’re starving. This insanity needs to end!

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food for all courses! Lots of good specials and a detailed wine list

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  33. LizaV

    Denver

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best French food! And the service is fantastic, waiters are so attentive and kind. The Sommelier was terrific and wine delicious. Recommend Highly!

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  34. MilenaK

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, beautiful ambience and delicious food.

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  35. DDDD

    DO NOT USE

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I visit The Left Bank a couple of times a month. It is definitely the best restaurant in Vail. The food is excellent and the staff are great.

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  36. ChrisH

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was amazing (but expensive!) Staff was super friendly. Would def. recommend if in Vail!

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  37. Ross

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Impeccable service and exceptional quality. A real treat while in Vail!

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  38. Jason

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent excellent place

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  39. SarahR

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service and an exceptional delicious dinner. We look forward to our next dinner at The Left Bank. Sally Rogers

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  40. Rbdiner

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and service!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Left Bank Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (970) 476-3696.

Left Bank Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 824 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Left Bank Restaurant

183 Gore Creek Dr., Vail, CO 81657

Additional information

  • Cross street
    International Bridge, Checkpoint Charlie
  • Neighborhood
    Vail
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    French, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Park in the Vail Village Parking Garage
  • Public transit
    Solaris
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jean-Michel Chelain
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (970) 476-3696
  • Catering
    The Left Bank Vail will cater in your home with a full staff for small or large parties.
  • Private party facilities
    The Left Bank welcomes private parties and small groups up to 95 people. Please contact us directly for details.
  • Private party contact
    jean michel chelain: (970) 476-3696
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