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The National, Telluride, CO

The National

4.8
4.8
919 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Closed for Off Season 11/12/22-12/12/22.
The National is an elevated gathering place that offers unconventional yet approachable dining experiences.

Make a reservation

2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 36 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm

  • Phone number

    (970) 728-1063

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Ross Martin & Erich Owen

  • Neighborhood

    Telluride

  • Cross street

    Alley behind the Last Dollar Saloon

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 919 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
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver / Colorado

    Contemporary American

  • Mountains

    Contemporary American

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  1. GregH

    Houston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Food was ok, not what I was really expecting, could have been better. Table of 4 and I don't think any of us were knocked out by our entrees. Pricey but I expected that. Service was good, bartender was exceptional while we waited for a table.
  2. Heather

    Denver

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. We got drinks, apps, entrees, and desserts; all delightful and no critiques.
  3. Newyorker

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience2
    They gave us the worst cprner pf the bar when I was truing to book from weeks… and the food was not up to standard. On top the they were letting peopel coming to the bar ans stand creating an ambience pf a rustical restaurant instead of fine dining
  4. CeeJayYou

    Dallas

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always the best in Telluride! Combo of the drinks, food, service and ambiance make The National unbeatable in Telluride. Favorite restaurant in town!
  5. MadTexan

    Dallas

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The National is simply outstanding every time. Say hi to Diamond Dave at the bar and Mairen knows her wines!
  6. KatieS

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was wonderful, great atmosphere, and the early 5:00 seating worked out great to bring our kids.
  7. Debbiann

    Richmond

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious and delightful! Fun sitting at bar. Great service. Both my husband & I enjoyed our food, him, especially the mussels, me the crab/artichoke cake & carrots. Thanks!
  8. Zenfishbike

    Denver

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall2food3service5ambience1
    Small, tight, no privacy. All hard surfaces so very noisy. Very, very expensive, even for Telluride. Not feeling any value, sorry.
  9. JEPTampa

    New England

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding experience: the cocktails, food, and especially the service. Probably the best fine dining in Telluride.
  10. EricZ

    West Palm Beach

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Quality of the food was worth the price. Very satisfied!
  11. Trice

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Their food is always delicious. The one disappointment was the dessert. It was only just ok. The price of $17 is too high for that small dessert that lacked a wow factor and that was short on flavor and appearance. Everything else we had was really good.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Little Rock

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The tuna tartare was an excellent appetizer. I had the elk tenderloin and my wife had the filet. Both were excellent! The flourless wam chocolate cake was a tasty gluten free dessert. Ambiance and service were top notch too! We will definitely be back next year!
  13. Abigail

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    We’ve been coming to the National for the past couple years and while it’s still one of the best places in telluride, the quality of the food has gone down quite a bit. The last time we came here our dishes lacked flavor. This time the steaks were over cooked and many dishes at our table lacked flavor. They still have good cocktails and an excellent wine list but we were pretty disappointed over all.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    6 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience5
    We used to love coming to the National. Food and service were always awesome. Our visit this time was a massive disappointment. The food was OK. The service was bad. We made a reservation 2 months in advance and they could only seat us at the bar. An hour and a half into our dinner, while we still had food and full drinks, the hostess came over and unapologetically told us we needed to get up as there was another reservation for the bar. While we were waiting to get our tab, ($500 mind you) she came back and says “you are welcome to stand with your drinks”. It was appalling. Especially when you have dined somewhere and tipped exceptionally for 5 years. O well. Might I suggest Kazahana?!
  15. bradg

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Whole experience was great, our kids (8 and 10) really enjoyed it too after skiing all day was a great way to wind down.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience3
    Great place great dinner I had the filet loved all the appetizers
  17. robertm

    Baltimore

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Your review does not give an option on the noise level of too loud, which it is every time. Also. the linguini with clams-the clams were like rubber. The waiter acknowledged the matter and made an adjustment on the bill, but preparation of the clams was poor.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thoroughly enjoyed a delicious and creative dining experience. The shrimp appetizer, trout and short rib dinners, and flourless chocolate cake were all outstanding.
  19. Lynn

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and drinks! Great atmosphere! Will be back!
  20. DocT

    New England

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. I cannot wait to go back next year!
  21. CrystalF

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a treat. Great ambiance, food & service. ………
  22. billj

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    National is simply an outstanding restaurant and experience. Everyone is friendly - hostess was outstanding, the waiter was friendly but trying nicely for us to go fast so they could turn the table. Everyone’s food was fabulous except my elk and the sides were served cool and not to a higher temperature that was more appropriate…
  23. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great drinks, food and service!
  24. KevinF

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great overall experience! Server Brian was awesome!
  25. sagtexas

    Dallas

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a reliable and fun place for dinner in Telluride!
  26. HelenB

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful restaurant with great service and a atmosphere!
  27. KristinB

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    So enjoyable sitting at the bar and chatting with others as well as the charming and relaxed staff. Delicious offerings, unique pairings. What a delight!
  28. TiffChap

    Denver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very nice atmosphere. Menu with nice variety. Brussels Sprouts, Filet and Ribeye were fantastic! We finished off the meal with apple/ blackberry pie! Yummy!!! We will be back!
  29. Ginny007B

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I want to say this was the most horrible experience so that no one else would go LOL but obviously this is THE best restaurant that I have experienced from craft cocktails to impeccable cuisine this will always be a definite when visiting Telluride. The bartenders were friendly, fun and very knowledgeable too!
  30. Ck11360

    Phoenix

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and top notch service. My daughter has celiac disease and they paid great attention to making sure her food was safely prepared gluten free. The vibe, food drinks and service really puts this restaurant at the top!
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place!
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Did not seat us on time
  33. Gtmkxm0

    Detroit

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience. Steve was our server, and the recommendations were perfect. We started with the crab cake, agave carrots, and a blue cheese/garlic flat bread. It was nice to see a Belle Pente pinot as a by-the-glass choice. There was no room for dessert, unfortunately, as we were stuffed by the Kobe ribeye, linguini and clams, duck, and trout dishes. We all tasted each others meals, and they all came away with a thumbs up. Would definitely come back when we re-ski Telluride.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Fayetteville

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server could not have been kinder or better at his job. Everything we ordered was spectacular. Highly recommend!!!
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Steve 😊
  36. Winesnob

    Los Angeles

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What an amazing dinner. First time here and pleasantly surprised. The service was excellent, with very knowledgeable staff. All the food was delicious…started with the crab cake and Brussel sprouts appetizers, both were some of the best I’ve ever had. Extensive wine list with fairly reasonable pricing. Will definitely make this a regular stop when we come to Telluride!
  37. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and a cool, laid back, eclectic atmosphere. Great cocktails! Very limited kids menu for our 3 kiddos, but that would not keep us from coming back. This restaurant is a must in Telluride!
  38. Steve

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our evening at The National couldn't have been better. The food was delicious. The service was outstanding and our waiter was very attentive without being in our face. When I inquired about the glass of wine that I had ordered, he immediately asked if I would like him to replace it with another selection. The interior of the restaurant is very attractive. So try to get a reservation and enjoy an wonderful evening.
  39. DorineG

    New Mexico

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed our dinner. Definitely recommend this restaurant.
  40. SeamusM

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    first time there very much enjoyed, will be one of our go to places

FAQs

The National is rated 4.8 stars by 919 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 36 times today
Google Map for The National

100 East Colorado Avenue, Telluride, CO 81435

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Alley behind the Last Dollar Saloon

  • Neighborhood

    Telluride

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Ross Martin & Erich Owen

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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