Flagstaff House

Name: Flagstaff House
Address: 1138 Flagstaff Road, Boulder, CO, United States, 80302
Telephone: (303) 442-4640
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.9

4.9

5320 Reviews

$50 and over

American

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Partners Executive Chef and Food Network Chopped Champion Chris Royster and General Manager Adam Monette welcome you to the Flagstaff House Restaurant for unparalleled Colorado dining experience. Located at an elevation of 6,000 feet, the Flagstaff House offers breathtaking views, new American cuisine, a world-renowned wine list and impeccable service. Local and seasonal cuisine take the spotlight in curating our menu. Offered are a three-course or Chef's multi-course tasting menu with the three-course menu available a la carte. The Monette family has owned the Flagstaff House since 1971 and holds many prestigious awards including Colorado's longest holding Wine Spectator Grand Award, Forbes Travel Guide Four Star rating and AAA Four Diamond status. Features include Men's Journal, Bon Appetite, Conde Nast Traveler, USA Today, 5280, Best of Boulder, Eater and many others. We look forward to welcoming you for a special dining experience.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 25, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Cocktails Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(303) 442-4640
Website
http://www.flagstaffhouse.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Chris Royster
Private party facilities
For a true Colorado private fine-dining experience search no further than the Flagstaff House. Whether you are looking to wow clients or plan the perfect wedding, our detail-oriented staff, wine selection, cuisine and views will provide all that you need to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Private party contact
Annie Davis: (303) 416-2721

Location
1138 Flagstaff Road, Boulder, CO 80302
Neighborhood
Boulder
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Denver / Colorado
Best Ambiance
Denver / Colorado
Romantic
Denver / Colorado
Good for special occasions
Denver / Colorado
American
Boulder Area
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
Boulder Area
Best Ambiance
Boulder Area
Best Value
Boulder Area
Innovative
Boulder Area
Great for fine wines
Boulder Area
Romantic
Boulder Area
Good for special occasions
Boulder Area
American
Boulder Area
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5,320 Reviews

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RayP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of our most remarkable dining experiences ever! Start to finish was absolutely amazing!
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MaraH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an amazing experience for our anniversary. They personalized our menus and included a chocolate that said happy anniversary with our dessert. Avery, our server, was fabulous. Highly recommend this for a special occasion!!
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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Impeccable service, breathtaking view and incredible food combine for a truly special evening
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DoubleDown
Las Vegas
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of the finest dining experiences we've ever experienced. This was our first return trip to Boulder in nearly 30 years. Our first trip in the 90's left a lasting impression that we've used as the standard to measure others. This trip was even more elevated as you would expect a world-class restaurant.
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HeatherD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We spent our 15th anniversary at the Flagstaff House and from the moment we arrived until we left we were taken care of. The food + service were outstanding! Thank you for helping us celebrate this milestone.
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WildBill
Denver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to celebrate our 40th; we were very glad its going strong!
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BDayBoy
Hawaii
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
An amazing experience. The staff was fantastic. The wine and beer selection was great. The food was the highlight. It kept coming with the four course meal. There were both innovative dishes and traditional favorites. The views are spectacular. We sincereley enjoyed every aspect of our time here.
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service alone makes this restaurant a wonderful experience. The location and views are priceless. Highly recommend
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Candace
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Flagstaff House was delicious and the staff made our dinner a special experience. Top notch service from the friendly valets to every staff member that waited on us and we enjoyed every bite. We will be back!
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SeanC
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice experience. Recommend highly. Menu very simple now.
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anniversarybound
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We make reservations at least once a year for our anniversary but sometimes take guests there. This last visit we were fortunate to take out-of-town guests with us and what a thrill they had.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Truly fantastic tastes blended together in a beautifully unique experience. And the service was truly exceptional!
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ChristyC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated 25th wedding anniversary here and it was perfect - the view, the food, the staff, the service, the wine.
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MoonFangBunny
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Can’t say enough good things about Flagstaff house. We got greeted as soon as we walked in and felt so welcome by the staffs. My fiancé and I ordered the four course menu which I got the corn soup, quail, filet mignon and cherry cheese cake. Everything was excellent and it was all decorated beautifully, it’s like eating a piece of art. I would love to go back there again on a special occasion.
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NOLAtransplant
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my top 5 all time food experiences. We did the four course menu and every course was perfectly prepared and exquisite. Pace of service was timed to match our dining experience. Olivia, our server was spot on. Of course the view and ambiance was spectacular even on a dreary night. Sommelier was well versed on a world class wine list. Just a great and memorable night.
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TedW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience4
The food was amazing. Probably the best Fillet Mignon I've ever had. Our waiter was great and I certainly don't want my "three star service opinion" to reflect on him. The reason is the dining experience, though wonderful, took an entire three hours. If this was by design I didn't like it. I didn't expect to be herded in and out of there but two hours would have been more appropriate and 1.5 hours preferred. Even 2.5 hours would be forgivable I suppose. There was way too much lag time between courses. That said, I would gladly dine there again and just hope they were having an off night. If it turns out three hours is the norm I will think twice before returning.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous experience with exquisite food. The first course through the fourth course was perfection
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AubrieS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Flagstaff house was amazing! Truly a great experience that everyone need to try. The food was amazing, the service especially. Every single worker there was perfect.
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Justice
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Let's rip the band-aid off: You're going to spend around 150-200 dollars per person here. Now that the sticker shock is out of the way, they absolutely go the extra mile in every facet of your experience to earn that price point. From the moment we pulled up to the complimentary valet every staff member was extremely attentive and overtly kind. Visiting for a special occasion? They've got personalized menus indicating the occasion you're celebrating. The second you finish a course (or any of the complimentary small plates they'll surprise you with between courses) one of the wandering wait staff will be by to clear it the second you've set your fork down. The attention to detail from every staff member was just incredible. That's to mention nothing of the gorgeous view you'll have from any seat in the house, let alone if you find time to wander to one of their many lower decks. The food was excellent and the menu varied enough to be sure to have something to cater to every palate. Just a masterfully detailed experience that made our anniversary one to remember, cannot recommend enough.
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Foodsnob1973
Denver
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience5
This used to be one of our favorite restaurants--after this last visit I don't know if we will be returning. Out of our 9 dishes, 2 were excellent, 2 were good, and 5 were sub-par to actually gross (chewy crudo, old "fishy" fish, oversalted, etc). Service was nice enough, but not polished or very accommodating as we asked to purchase dishes IN ADDITION to the tasting menu and this was not allowed. Aside from the tremendous view, this place is just no longer worth it.
Flagstaff HouseResponded on September 16, 2023
We are so very sorry that you did not enjoy your evening at The Flagstaff House restaurant. We are saddened to hear that a number of those courses left something to be desired, as we strive to deliver only the best. We take all feedback very seriously and would love to discuss your evening with you further. If you find the time, please feel free to reach out directly to management over the phone. Thank you!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
very pretty view, very romantic and my special request was very well executed, very nice, and food was great and service was very amazing!
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GailM
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Flagstaff House never disappoints!! We were seated outside, temperature was perfect with the heaters and we got to see the city lights come on- spectacular!! Food was magnificent as always!! You are the gem of Boulder.
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shermanb
Hawaii
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
outstanding experience, excellent service and food. Totally exceeded expectations!
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SuchandreG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous dining experience with amazing view!! Loved all the menu items we ordered and especially loved all the special additions from chef!! The personal touches to celebrate my son's birthday were very special. The waiter explained all the dishes and took extra time to take our pictures even when it was late!!!
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Tracy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated our wedding anniversary last night at Flagstaff House and it was truly a special evening. The food was beautiful and delicious, including nice details that really made the night feel special, the staff recognized it was our anniversary and provided sweet little treats to make it a memorable evening! Will definitely be back!
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Susan
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and views. Go early and stay late
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BSmizz
Detroit
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food, service and ambiance were all top notch. This is definitely the best restaurant in Boulder and could very well be the best one in Colorado.
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VeggieFoodie
Denver
45 reviews
vip
3.0
45 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience5
Great setting and very good wine list. Food was fair at best, don't do the $18 truffle supplement as they are tasteless. Service was there, but not friendly, nor professional.
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Yippeee
Denver
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely one of the best experiences I’ve had in dining in years. Amazing service and fantastic food!
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LisaB
West Palm Beach
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is the kind of restaurant everyone should go to at least once. If you're lucky enough to live nearby by go as often as you can. The food is great, but the service and attention to detail are what really makes it so worthwhile. Add to that the amazing view and you have a very special place. Go!
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SaritaG
Orlando
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible service and food! Portions, flavor, and timing were all perfect. Great attention to detail and very accommodating for dairy free and gluten free allergies
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LisaK
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, beautiful location and attentive staff!
Flagstaff HouseResponded on September 7, 2023
Thank you so much, Lisa! We are so happy that you enjoyed your evening wish us and hope that Alexa has had a smooth move to Boulder. We look forward to hosting you again soon!
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SaulG
Tahoe
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic service! 2nd time I visit, will come back a 3rd time.
Flagstaff HouseResponded on September 7, 2023
Thank you for choosing to celebrate your 8th anniversary with us Saul, as well as sharing your thoughts on the evening! We love to celebrate special occasions with our guests and appreciate you choosing to do so with us. We cannot wait for the next opportunity we have to host you!
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SteveT
Seattle
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful setting for a special occasion, or just a nice dinner. Food was incredible and the service is impeccable
Flagstaff HouseResponded on September 7, 2023
Steve, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review! We love being able to provide our guests with a memorable experience, whether celebrating an occasion or enjoying a nice evening out. We are so happy that we were able to do so for you and look forward to the next opportunity we have to host you!
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AndreaW
Denver
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a gem of an experience! A rare treat indeed to linger over a multi course meal. One scrumptious dish after another, each packed with flavor, each complimenting the next. Service was slow and quiet creating the perfect pace. The view leaves diners floating on the night air. Thank you Flagstaff House for hosting the last, long, face-face conversation I will enjoy with with my lovely daughter before she dives into freshman year at CU.
Flagstaff HouseResponded on September 7, 2023
Andrew, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you were able to have such a special evening with Sarah before she begins her freshman year at CU. Saying goodbye to a child is never an easy thing to do, but we are so happy you were able to enjoy a memorable dinner before she starts the next exciting chapter of her life. We hope to host you again the next time you are in the Boulder area, go Buffs!
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kjg2017
Denver
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a special restaurant with memorable food, service, & ambiance. The food was prepared beautifully. The lobster and halibut were excellent. We had the 4 course tasting menu & it seemed the food would never stop coming. The building has been around since the 1970s and I'm glad it still has that vibe. The views are beautiful and I really don't think there is a bad table in the place. Service was very good. I'm glad we came here for my birthday and I would definitely come back again.
Flagstaff HouseResponded on September 7, 2023
We are thrilled to hear that we were able to provide you with a memorable birthday celebration! Thank you for choosing to celebrate such a special occasion with us, as well as leaving such a phenomenal review! We strive to deliver the best in all aspects of the dining experience, and it brings us so much joy to know that we have hit the mark. Your kind words are truly appreciated. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I took my now fiancé to Flagstaff House to propose to her. I contacted them multiple times during the week to coordinate how I was going to propose. They were extremely helpful and made our experience unforgettable. You’re unable to “choose” where you sit as it is a first come, first serve basis. With our reservation at 8pm, it seemed to be a lucky point in the night where people were finishing up so we were able to get a front row view of the mountains and all over Boulder. This was the most expensive, formal dining experience either one of us have ever had. I only knew about 10% of the words on the menu. Luckily I’m marrying a smart woman who knew more about the menu than I did. We got the Four Course Meal along with an appetizer. She ordered two glasses of moscato and I ordered two of their signature Manhattans. Before we received our first course, the manager brought out a platter with a glass dome that was filled with smoke. When he lifted the glass dome, the smoke dispersed and revealed the box with the ring in it. Needless to say, the presentation was top notch and exceeded my expectations. Each person that brought out each course told us congratulations. At the end of the meal, our server, Trinity, said the pastry chef had made us something special. It was a chocolate disk with writing in white chocolate that says “congratulations”. When we went back to the valet to get our vehicle, the gentleman said to us, “your menu is in the vehicle”. Of course we were thinking it was a take out menu or something of that nature. It was a copy of the menu for that evening and at the bottom of it says “congratulations on your engagement” and underneath that they put “2 September 2023”. This was incredibly generous and amazing because their menu changes daily. So now we have that as a momento. Overall, her and I have zero complaints about dining at the Flagstaff House. Thank you to the entire staff for providing a night we’ll never forget, I truly appreciate it.
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lovegoodfood
Denver
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience2
I was so excited to eat here, and was disappointed. The venue is beautiful. The view of Boulder is beautiful. 5 stars for the location. 2 stars for the experience as a whole, however. The restaurant called to confirm the reservation and they asked about my dietary restrictions. I said I'm gluten-free. No problem, they said. When I arrived, the waitress asked if I had dietary restrictions. I repeated I'm gluten-free. No problem, she assured me. They brought exactly one gluten-free cracker... and then they served bread that was not GF, 2 of the 4 required courses were not GF (they easily could have left the gluten items off my plate, had anyone been paying attention) and all 3 of the amuse bouches from the chef were gluten-based. They asked if I had any dietary restrictions, and they ignored that I did. The music was super jarring and it was too loud, so despite the gorgeous view, the dining experience was not very romantic or relaxing due to the volume of the music and the kind of bar music they chose to play in the outdoor seating area. All the servers were trying so hard and so eager to please, but our meal would have been so much more enjoyable if one person delivered the plate and then they left us alone to enjoy (instead of one coming over to tell us what was in the dish, another asking if we want more water, another asking if we want more wine, another asking if we are enjoying the first bite, etc.) I wish I could report that the food was amazing and worth the hefty price tag) but it was not as good as other restaurants in Boulder that are 1/3 the price, have better service and are more sensitive to allergies and dietary restrictions. I have wanted to come here for years, and I chose a special occasion, and this experience was disappointing on so many levels.
Flagstaff HouseResponded on September 6, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review and provide feedback on how we can improve your experience the next time you dine with us! I want to sincerely apologize for the clear oversight on our end in regard to your dietary restriction. We take these restrictions very seriously and we never should have made you feel that this was ignored. It is definitely not ok. As far as service, I am sorry that it was not to your liking, I have made a note to adjust that service for the future. Should you choose to dine with us again we will absolutely ensure your evening is perfect. Please feel free to reach out to a manager directly when booking! Thank you again for your feedback, we really appreciate it and it is the only way we can improve.
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LonnieT
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great view and service. Wish you served oysters. Great anniversary dinner!
Flagstaff HouseResponded on September 7, 2023
Lonnie, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and choosing to celebrate your 44th anniversary with us! 44 years is an incredible milestone and we are honored to have been a part of such a special celebration. We are sorry to not have had oysters, however our menu changes daily and they may appear on it in the future! We are so happy that you enjoyed your evening and we look forward to hosting you again in the future!
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lovegoodfood
Denver
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
The food was very good and ambiance perfect! Service was excellent. The Flagstaff House is an elegant dining experience and it is pricey. I don't mind paying top dollar for quality food, but $8 for a bottle of sparkling water was a bit much, in my opinion.
Flagstaff HouseResponded on September 7, 2023
Thank you for your review! We work diligently to excel in all areas of the dining experience and are so happy that we have hit the mark! We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and hope to host you again in the future!
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Flagstaff House is rated 4.9 stars by 5320 OpenTable diners.

Flagstaff House 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.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 25, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

1138 Flagstaff Road, Boulder, CO 80302

Additional information

Neighborhood
Boulder
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Cocktails Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chris Royster
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.flagstaffhouse.com/
Phone number
(303) 442-4640
Private party facilities
For a true Colorado private fine-dining experience search no further than the Flagstaff House. Whether you are looking to wow clients or plan the perfect wedding, our detail-oriented staff, wine selection, cuisine and views will provide all that you need to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Private party contact
Annie Davis: (303) 416-2721

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Flagstaff House

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Popular dishes

Filet Mignon or New York Strip

Alaskan Halibut

Amuse-Bouche

Menu

What 5,320 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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