Gessner

Name: Gessner
Address: 1300 Westhaven Dr, Vail, CO, United States, 81657
Telephone: (970) 479-7014
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.1

4.1

181 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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Food and drink celebrate the culinary heritage of the Colorado Rockies. This delicious blend of cultures echoes Vail’s own heritage, modeled after the Alpine town of Zermatt, Switzerland.

Gessner restaurant and bar, is open breakfast through dinner, showcasing authentic flavors from the Colorado Rockies.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(970) 479-7014
Website
https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/colorado/grand-hyatt-vail/egegh/dining
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Pascal Coudouy
Private party facilities
We have a private dinning room that can accommodate up to 10 people for special occasions or events. The room is enclosed with views and access to the balcony to enjoy the wonderful Gore Creek only steps away. First come, first serve with a minimum of $500 for breakfast, $1000 for lunch and $1500 for dinner.

Location
1300 Westhaven Dr, Vail, CO 81657
Neighborhood
Vail
Parking details
Complimentary Valet service for each guest that comes to dine in Gessner. Minimum of $25 to spend for free valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Rotational Hot Selections
scrambled eggs, herb roasted potato medley, crispy bacon, turkey bacon, sausage, chicken, ham pancakes, french toast, and chefs special
Cold Selections
granola, almonds, raisins, toasted coconut, almond butter, peanut butter, jelly, flax seed, chia nutella, assorted pastries, muffins coffee breads, bagels, seasonal fruits & berries, bananas, apples, chef's daily parfait
Omelets To Order with Your Server
bacon, sausage, ham mushroom, tomatoes, bell peppers, spinach, jalapeno, roasted tomato, swiss, jack cheese, and goat cheese
Lox Station
capers, pickled onions, grated egg, cream cheese, sliced tomatoes, cucumber, everything seasoning

Included In Gessner Buffet Breakfast

Vail Mountain Coffee
Hot Tea Selection
Hot Chocolate
Orange Juice
Apple Juice
Grapefruit Juice
Cranberry Juice
Pineapple Juice
Tomato Juice
Milk
whole, 2%, skim, soy, almond, oat
Soft Drinks

Additional Beverages

Coffee

Added Syrup ($0.25): vanilla, hazelnut, caramel cinnamon. Extra Shot $1

Latte$5.00
Mocha$5.00
Cappucino$5.00
Americano$5.00
Double Espresso$6.00

Cold Pressed

Beet Juice$8.00
Green Juice$8.00

Cocktails

Mimosa$11.00
prosecco, orange juice
Bloody Mary$13.00
vodka, zing zang
Morning Mule$13.00
vodka, orange juice ginger beer

What 181 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

4.1Food
4.2Service
4.1Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

181 Reviews

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RmEx
Austin
9 reviews
vip
1.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience4
The service was terrible. They had to remake dinner twice because once it was cold and the second time, the chicken was not fully cooked. The chef couldn’t be bothered to discuss a severe allergy. We have been going to the restaurant of this hotel for the past 25 years and this is by far the worst service of the hotel in two decades.
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EvelyneB
Dallas
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall4food2service5ambience4
The restaurant was lovely and we had a great window table! Our waitress was personable and very accommodating. We were disappointed in the buffet from a standpoint of choices available. I would have loved to see an omelet station. Would have really enjoyed some bacon and ham for breakfast area. We did order fresh (non chicken) waffles for our granddaughter and chef kindly accommodated her request. Thank you... A second choice of salad would have been appreciated as well. The desserts were all superb!
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DomC
Tampa
84 reviews
vip
5.0
84 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our family of 6 celebrated Easter Sunday buffet and we had a wonderful time at Gessnet. The food and service was excellent and the Easter Bunny was there as well. We can’t wait to come back next Easter!
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BobC
Denver
22 reviews
vip
3.0
22 reviews
Dined on April 6, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience3
Service fine, ambience nice, food presented very nicely. The food simply isn't very good. Overly salty on all entrees. Short ribs chewy VS fall apart. Much better choices at this price point in Vail
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just fresh and good. Best cheese I ever had and their salmon was olive oil poached. Never had any better salmon
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KennethM
Denver
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall2food1service4ambience2
Waiter was superb. Food not very good, risotto not cooked.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It is a brand new restaurant with delicious food. Worth passing the village for a night.
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JohnM
Fort Lauderdale
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
Limited menu couldn’t find anything to have as an appetizer.
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WilliamM
Denver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
Attic Char and short ribs were both very good.
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JacquieL
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
This was our favorite visit to Gessner. We had a great experience and would definitely recommend to friends.
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kgud
San Francisco
79 reviews
vip
4.0
79 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
The food was good and they took care of my allergies and made my food gluten free. I am celiac, and I was comfortable and felt fine after. But others in my party were less pleased with their food. They said good but not great. Or good for “hotel food.” I really enjoyed mine.
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TexasToni
Austin
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
It was a fixed menu for New Year’s Eve. The first and second course were very good. The main course was disappointing. The texture of beef short ribs was not good, mushy and heavy. The sea bass had bones in it and was dry. Dessert was okay, nothing special. We were there for 90 minutes and had 2 rounds of drinks before we got our second course. Service was slow. I think they must be under staffed. For the price we paid I don’t recommend this restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
Tallahassee
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience3
Severely overpriced
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JillD
Philadelphia
7 reviews
vip
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience3
Six of us celebrated a friend’s birthday at Gessner. We were generally disappointed in the quality of the food - especially for the price, and with the menu options. The wine selection by the glass was mediocre (La Marca Prosecco?) and would have been fine for an average family restaurant but not one that is billed as high end. All of that said, the bar area was lively and the bar menu (which is not available in the restaurant) looked much better.
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GaryG
Greater Boston
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Yummy Xmas buffet
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steves
Las Vegas
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience2
Pro: convenient if staying at the Hyatt. Cons: average food, inexperienced service staff, overpriced for experience.
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HeatherD
New York Area
24 reviews
vip
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Service was amazing. We each had the Christmas prime rib special and it was a bit cold, but still delicious. Holiday drinks were a delicious delight.
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Bdub
Denver
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Thanksgiving dinner buffet. Many choices and everything was fresh and tasty. Wait staff were friendly and professional.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
A friend and I who had just met a few days prior went for restaurant week for the special on the trout and French onion soup and bread pudding! The trout itself was just ok, but the side it came with was delicious and the French onion soup was mouth watering! The bread pudding was the best part of the whole dinner (besides my date). She looked so beautiful and we had a great conversation the whole time!
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FineDiner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Great food and service. Has complementary valet parking too.
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KellieW
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall3food2service3ambience4
Friday evening dinner, restaurant wasn’t too busy, quaint atmosphere. Bread appetizer was best part of the meal. Entrees disappointing - $65 Filets ordered medium was butterflied? I don’t expect a $65 filet mignon served that way. Sauce on steak was odd flavor/maybe over heated? Mashed potatoes gummy.
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TomL
Denver
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff was incredibly pleasant and attentive. We truly enjoyed each meal there!
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KellyK
Denver
38 reviews
vip
3.0
38 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience4
Mother’s Day brunch- regular local here. I first asked the waiter could see if the bartender could make a mocktail because I don’t drink. He said “I’m not sure.” I said I’m sure the bartender can figure something out. He comes back with a mocktail. Was really good but he gave no options before just bringing something. No dessert offered today. He said “I’ll go see what I can do.” He comes back with a dinner menu saying “the kitchen says you can pick off of here.” Why no Mother’s Day dessert options? Went to City Market instead for cupcakes. I went to the front desk to ask for change for the valet. “Let me see. Ok here.” No smile no hospitality at the front desk today either. No greeting whatsoever. I said hello. Best service was from the main valet guy today who took our picture and the host at the restaurant who was very nice. Other than that there needs to be some coaching on how to greet guests and service levels. Service is going downhill here.
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ZachL
Salt Lake City
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall1food1service2ambience1
I wish I had something good to say. I booked this for Mother's Day Brunch. We had been to this location (different restaurant) pre covid for Easter and had an amazing experience; great food, service, ambiance, etc. Sorry to say that The Gessner didn't live up to its predecessor. The menue was very plain for breakfast; nothing special Western Omelette, waffles, eggs and hash, salmon, etc. Nothing creative or interesting not even eggs Benedict. My hash was rubbery 1.5-2" cubes of beef brisket, with un rendered fat, cut with the grain, that was under seasoned and bland. The potatoes must have been stored in the same warmer/tray as the salmon, and smelled of pre cooked poached fish. My wife's omlette had over cooke fillings and burnt eggs. My son's waffles were obviously pre cooked; dry, brittle and cold, with the 'macerated' berries being just a couple of blueberries on the side. Wish the service was better, We waited 5 min for the hostess to greet us. After being shown to our table, it took them 10+ min to come and check on coffee/drinks, and then another 10 to come back for our orders. We weren't asked for another round/refills until after they had already brought our meal. I spoke to the MOD, JP(?) and he did offer to refund our meal. I always prefer to give a second chance (everyone needs a mulligan sometimes, especially after a busy winter season), and offered to take a gift cert to come back another time. He thanked me, took my card and information, and said he'd reach out the next week. No email, no call, no gift cert. Overall, very disappointing experience for Mother's Day. -Z
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DeborahH
Atlantic City
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience5
Lovely setting, pleasant live music and very good service. The food was lacking flavor. English muffin was dry but not crisp.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience5
Way too expensive for medium food and absent service. I realize it’s shoulder season in Vail but shut the place down if you aren’t going to bother coming to the table.
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GeorgeP
Springfield
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We really enjoyed dining at Gessner. Nice atmosphere, great food and very good service are the highlights of this place. The views from the restaurant are amazing!
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Minnie
Toronto
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had our date night here and had a very special request to set personalize cutlery at the table. The staff did an impeccable job and creating a special evening for us ensuring the cutlery was at the right setting and they had a table for us with the perfect view. The dinner was delicious and we had our favourite wine.
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Tiburon1
Jacksonville
31 reviews
vip
3.0
31 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Food was good but service was mediocre for the value we expected extraordinary,it wasn’t but overall we had a great family time
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OpenTable Diner
Tampa
64 reviews
vip
5.0
64 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service and the food was great. Our server really was on point with the recommendations.
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MariaB
Dallas
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Good was ok, Risotto was hard, uncooked and filet was dry. It’s. A nice restaurant, great wines list but good to pricey .
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JaneS
Denver
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
A beautiful restaurant in Vail where the food, wine and service were all excellent. The location is good and the standard of everything offered was high. The waiter was very knowledgeable about the food and wine and helped us with our choices.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Good food and service. No issues.
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LauraD
New York Area
16 reviews
vip
2.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2022
overall2food1service3ambience2
This restaurant charges high prices for poor quality food and disorganized service. The menu needs to be revised, as they are trying to serve common dishes with a twist to charge higher prices for basic dishes. But the twist fails and almost ruins it. Then then they charge a fortune for it. So not worth it. Better to cook your own simple food at home, like spaghetti or a hamburger, then go here and get poor quality food and a high price.
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Mark
Denver
24 reviews
vip
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Not very excited to eat at any additional restaurants owned by Hyatt given their continuation of doing business in Russia. Also will no longer stay at any Hyatt properties until they cease doing business in Russia
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StacyK
Las Vegas
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing staff and excellent food!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience4
Baguette for the table East he Beat part. All said. Entrees pretty small, what should not be a problem is very good taste, what is not. Quite standard for the place and the hotel
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience2
father son trip dinner
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LaurieH
Phoenix
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful atmosphere and delicious food! The service was great!
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AndyW
Washington DC
43 reviews
vip
4.0
43 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food was actually excellent and cocktails good. Unfortunately super bowl weekend the bar was packed and quite a delay getting our drinks. Server was very nice and helpful. Other negative we asked to order from the bar menu for our younger daughter and they did not allow it which was fine, but then the couple next to us was given that option. Still worth going the sea bass and trout were excellent
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Diner temperature check required
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Gessner offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (970) 479-7014.

Gessner is rated 4.1 stars by 181 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

1300 Westhaven Dr, Vail, CO 81657

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Vail
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Vegetarian / Vegan
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Complimentary Valet service for each guest that comes to dine in Gessner. Minimum of $25 to spend for free valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Pascal Coudouy
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/colorado/grand-hyatt-vail/egegh/dining
Phone number
(970) 479-7014
Private party facilities
We have a private dinning room that can accommodate up to 10 people for special occasions or events. The room is enclosed with views and access to the balcony to enjoy the wonderful Gore Creek only steps away. First come, first serve with a minimum of $500 for breakfast, $1000 for lunch and $1500 for dinner.

Gessner

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Main

Rotational Hot Selections

Cold Selections

Omelets To Order with Your Server

Lox Station

Included In Gessner Buffet Breakfast

Vail Mountain Coffee

Hot Tea Selection

Hot Chocolate

Orange Juice

Apple Juice

Grapefruit Juice

Cranberry Juice

Pineapple Juice

Tomato Juice

Milk

Soft Drinks

Additional Beverages

Coffee

Latte$5.00

Mocha$5.00

Cappucino$5.00

Americano$5.00

Double Espresso$6.00

Cold Pressed

Beet Juice$8.00

Green Juice$8.00

Cocktails

Mimosa$11.00

Bloody Mary$13.00

Morning Mule$13.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does Gessner offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Gessner restaurant rated?

Is Gessner currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information