Mountain Standard

Name: Mountain Standard
Address: 193 Gore Creek Drive Ste 201, Vail, CO, United States, 81657
Telephone: (970) 476-0123
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (1012)

$31 to $50

American

193 Gore Creek Drive, Ste 201, Vail, CO 81657

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2 people

May 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Good for special occasions
Hot spot

From the creators of Sweet Basil in Vail Colorado comes a fresh, innovative new restaurant opening December 2012. Aptly named Mountain Standard, this rustic and relaxed tavern aims to set a new standard in the Vail valley by using an ancient form of cooking.

The majority of Mountain Standard’s menu will be prepared via the most primal cooking method: over an open and live wood fire. The only restaurant in the valley to devote themselves to this age-old way of cooking, the food at this exciting new restaurant will have rustic, bold and honest flavors, focusing on the purest ingredients in the Rocky Mountain region and beyond.

Service, like the cuisine, will have that perfect balance of providing a first class dining experience with a more casual vibe. There is no smoke and mirrors here - no fuss - just simple, honest, from the heart service and cooking. The beauty of the creek side location is mirrored by the high energy vibe of this dynamic restaurant.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(970) 476-0123
Website
http://www.mtnstandard.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Paul Anders
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

Location
193 Gore Creek Drive, Ste 201, Vail, CO 81657
Neighborhood
Vail
Parking details
Mtn Standard is located in the heart of the Vail Village, which is a pedestrian village. Take interstate 70 to the Vail exit #176. Proceed through rotary intersections so that you wind up heading East on the So. Frontage Road (ski mountain side of the highway). Go eastbound approx.¼ mile to the Vail Village parking structure. Exit the structure out the middle portal to the south. Go across the Covered Bridge another 75 yards, and go right on Gore Creek Dr. We are down the steps past the Fountain
Public transit
The Vail Village free in town bus shuttle is available year round throughout the village. Take the bus to the Covered Bridge stop and proceed as noted below. Free public transportation is also available from East to West Vail into the Transportation Center at the main parking structure.
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wine

Rye & Shine$16.00
balcones rye, aperol, salers aperitif, angostura bolivar bitters, lime
Cougar Country$19.00
tito's vodka, st george spiced pear liqueur, licor 43, nonino amaro, mira sparkling wine, lemon, pear
Cindy Loo Hoo$16.00
kyro finnish pink gin, cappelletti liqueur, cranberry, clove, rosemary, lemon, angostura, peychaud's ginger beer
Fiona's Delight$16.00
madre mezcal, taylor's velvet falernum, tarragon, lime
The Hardest Part$17.00
coramino reposado tequila, ancho reyes poblano, grove street grapefruit, punt e mes, peychaud's bitter queen chocolate walnut bitters
The Rummow$17.00
diplomatico planas rum, carpano antica, punt e mes, maraschino liqueur, angostura
Margarita$16.00
suerte blanco tequila, grand marnier, jones family triple sec, lime, salt
Old Fashioned$15.00
benchmark bourbon, angostura bitters
Bloody Mary$14.00
family jones vodka, fire charred tomatoes, tomolives, salt rim

What 1,012 people are saying

Mountain Standard reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver / Colorado
American
Mountains
American
Mountains
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mountain Standard in Vail offers an exceptional dining experience with "phenomenal food" and a "fun and energetic vibe." Guests rave about the crispy whole trout, creative menu, and attentive service. Despite occasional noise and service issues, it remains a top choice for "delicious food," "great cocktails," and a welcoming atmosphere.

1,012 Reviews

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Jen VIP
Denver3 reviews
3.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food was as amazing as always, but the service was really disappointing this time. Maybe it’s because your service is typically exceptional. But our waitress didn’t know our very simple martini orders, we weren’t given (and had to ask for) share plates with our apps and utensils with our entrees. Everything felt really off. Definitely took away from the experience, and we had friends in town so was kinda a bummer.
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LIGIA
Dallas3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Surprised with delicious octopus appetizer in a bean-tomato sauce that almost made my daughter want to get a second portion of the same dish for entree. Lump crab and ham sandwich was also extra yummy . We will be back for sure. Tables are a bit too close together ; so, noise level a bit loud.
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Mark
Denver3 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Service was a little slow for no busier than it was.
Mountain StandardResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for the review and for the feedback. Cheers!
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Paige VIP
Tampa / Central Florida West4 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Bartender was great - food was good, very welcoming staff. Staple visit for when in Vail
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Steve VIP
Washington DC4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent. The trout plate is amazing. A must try.
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Jordan
St. Louis1 review
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic as usual. Every time we are in Vail we make sure to stop by. Brought our 6 year old, 4 year old and 2 month old to dinner. The staff are amazing and the restaurant is well prepared for families.
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Harry
West Virginia37 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, nice setting. Excellent service. Don’t sit next to the kitchen as it can get loud
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Karen
Denver3 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I don’t like being charged a 3% surcharge to help pay staff. It was on our bill and I asked our wait person and she said she had no idea what it was. I asked her to find out and the manager came over to say it was part of the gratuity that everyone gets a part of. How come the wait person didn’t know this? I think she was just avoiding having to explain what it was. But our food was good. Atmosphere is nice. If you’re a foodie you will enjoy this place.
Mountain StandardResponded on May 14, 2025
Hi Karen, thank you for this feedback. We apologize that this was your experience with us. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your food with us
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Victoria
Denver2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such an awesome dinner and a great local spot! Everything tasted amazing
Mountain StandardResponded on May 14, 2025
Thank you for the 5 star review Victoria! Please join us again soon
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Jonathan
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Hostess and Server Matt were very pleasant. Drinks and meal were excellent. Dessert was great too.
Mountain StandardResponded on May 14, 2025
Thank you for the 5 star review!
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FAQs

Mountain Standard offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (970) 476-0123.

Mountain Standard is rated 4.8 stars by 1012 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

May 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

193 Gore Creek Drive, Ste 201, Vail, CO 81657

Additional information

Neighborhood
Vail
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Mtn Standard is located in the heart of the Vail Village, which is a pedestrian village. Take interstate 70 to the Vail exit #176. Proceed through rotary intersections so that you wind up heading East on the So. Frontage Road (ski mountain side of the highway). Go eastbound approx.¼ mile to the Vail Village parking structure. Exit the structure out the middle portal to the south. Go across the Covered Bridge another 75 yards, and go right on Gore Creek Dr. We are down the steps past the Fountain
Public transit
The Vail Village free in town bus shuttle is available year round throughout the village. Take the bus to the Covered Bridge stop and proceed as noted below. Free public transportation is also available from East to West Vail into the Transportation Center at the main parking structure.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Paul Anders
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wine

Website
http://www.mtnstandard.com/
Phone number
(970) 476-0123
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

Mountain Standard

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Menu

Cocktails

Rye & Shine$16.00

Cougar Country$19.00

Cindy Loo Hoo$16.00

Fiona's Delight$16.00

The Hardest Part$17.00

The Rummow$17.00

Margarita$16.00

Old Fashioned$15.00

Bloody Mary$14.00

What 1,012 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Mountain Standard offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Mountain Standard restaurant rated?

Is Mountain Standard currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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