Sweet Basil - Vail

Name: Sweet Basil - Vail
Address: 193 East Gore Creek Dr. Suite 201, Vail, CO, United States, 81657
Telephone: (970) 476-0125
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (2556)

$50 and over

American

193 East Gore Creek Dr., Suite 201, Vail, CO 81657

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2 people

Jun 13, 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 52 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Neighborhood gem

Sweet Basil has been a must for travelers and locals alike since 1977. The cuisine is creative contemporary American utilizing many cultural influences from around the world. Located in the heart of Vail Village, the restaurant blends fine dining with a captivating "bistro-like" energy.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Dining Bar
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(970) 476-0125
Website
http://www.sweetbasilvail.com/
Payment options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
William Edwards
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

Location
193 East Gore Creek Dr., Suite 201, Vail, CO 81657
Neighborhood
Vail
Cross street
Wall Street
Parking details
Vail Village is a pedestrian village; therefore no parking is available at the restaurant. All parking is in the Vail Village public parking structure and walk approximately 4 minutes to our front door!
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Elegance @ Elevation
$350.00 per person
Prepaid
Jun 11, 2025 - Jun 14, 2025
For a limited number of evenings from June 4th-7th and June 11th-14th, we will be offering an unmatched experience. Each evening we will have one reservation available for a single party of 2 to 4 guests for pre-order only. This reservation will include a set menu crafted specifically for this event and wine pairings to complement each aspect of the meal. You and your guest will have our wine director and chef take you through each aspect of this experience, bringing you on a journey you will not forget. - Unfortunately, no dietary restrictions or accommodations. Also, please note this event is at our chef's table by the wine room, it is a counter height table.

*Siberian Sturgeon Caviar$38.00
crème fraîche panna cotta | burnt onion honey
Whipped Feta$20.00
ginger hibiscus honey | lime | carta di musica
Caesar Salad$17.00
garlic bread crunch | white anchovy | kohlrabi | parmesan | egg
Citrus & Chicories Salad$18.00
honey roasted pistachios | roquefort cheese | shaved fennel | heirloom lemon vinaigrette
*Ahi Tuna Crudo$26.00
artichokes | ciliegine mozzarella | caper berries | toasted almonds | smoked tomato butter
*Yellowtail & Avocado Tataki$25.00
yuzu butter | mirin & tamari | toasted challah | mint
*East Coast Oysters$30.00
pineapple curd | serrano peppers | pineapple & ginger mignonette
American Psycho$30.00
grey goose | carpano dry vermouth | sturgeon caviar

What 2,556 people are saying

Sweet Basil - Vail 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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Sweet Basil in Vail offers a "memorable dining experience" with "phenomenal" and "creative" dishes that delight guests. "Outstanding service" complements the delicious menu, featuring standouts like the French Onion Lasagna and Whipped Feta. While some service inconsistencies exist, the "beautiful ambiance" and "excellent cocktails" make it a must-visit.

2,556 Reviews

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Michael
Denver / Colorado1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow, outstanding, amazing flavors, highest quality, perfect location.
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Kristi
Tulsa1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place met all expectations! The food was incredible, definitely returning!
Sweet Basil - VailResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the 5 star review!
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Bill VIP
Chicago / Illinois80 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We participated in the “Elegance at Elevation”tasting menu. Nine courses with a paired wine flight, plus a couple of additional surprises. It was one of the best meals we have ever experienced. What makes this experience so special is not only the fantastic food and wine, but also the impeccable service from start to finish. We have long considered Sweet Basil to be the top restaurant in the valley (and well beyond), but with Elegance at Elevation they knock it out of the park.
Sweet Basil - VailResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for your thoughtful and generous review! We're truly honored to hear that Elegance at Elevation was one of the best dining experiences you've ever had. It means so much to us that you appreciated not only the food and wine, but also the service — our team takes great pride in creating memorable experiences from start to finish. Your continued support of Sweet Basil is deeply appreciated, and we’re thrilled to have exceeded expectations once again. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!
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Dylan
Chicago / Illinois1 review
1.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Awful experience. Disappointing as I’ve been here numerous times. And they don’t take Amex!?
Sweet Basil - VailResponded 5 days ago
Hi Dylan, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. It’s clear that we fell short, and we regret missing the opportunity to make things right during your visit. We’d truly appreciate the chance to hear more from you and see how we might make amends. Regarding American Express, we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Unfortunately, ongoing technical issues with our point-of-sale system have caused repeated failures in processing Amex transactions. Despite our efforts, this issue has persisted for the past three weeks, and our provider, NCR, has yet to resolve it. We hope this is only temporary and appreciate your patience and understanding in the meantime.
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Susan
Tampa / Central Florida West1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Megan was fabulous. Made excellent recommendations and knowledgeable of the menu. The food was excellent from the Gnocchi appt to the the Beef Tenderloin and finally the Lemon and Fennel dessert. Will return when we visit Vail again!!
Sweet Basil - VailResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful experience and that Megan helped make your visit special. We're glad you enjoyed everything from the gnocchi to the tenderloin and the lemon and fennel dessert — some of our favorites as well! We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back the next time you're in Vail!
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Anne VIP
Washington, D.C. Area9 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a wonderful dining experience. Attentive staff, and enjoyable atmosphere. Food was excellent across the board. Our guests were impressed with the variety and depth of the menu. Any dietary change requests to dishes were accommodated. Appetizer dishes were small so difficult to share without ordering multiples. Entree portions are substantial enough to share . Overall, excellent restaurant and I’ll continue to return whenever in Vail.
Sweet Basil - VailResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for your kind words and for being a loyal guest! We're delighted to hear you consistently enjoy your dining experiences with us, from our attentive staff to the variety and quality of our menu. We appreciate your feedback about the appetizer portions and will certainly keep that in mind as we continue to refine our offerings. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to Vail!
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Caroline VIP
Houston10 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sweet Basil is a restaurant my family and I have been going to for over 20 years! The Spring 2025 menu is amazing! We loved: tuna crudo, octopus, yellowtail, whipped feta, caesar, halibut & beef filet. Cocktails like perfect margarita and carajillo are amazing, but you can’t go wrong with anything on the cocktail menu! We tried the crab bucatini… it was delish but pretty heavy compared to other entrees.
Sweet Basil - VailResponded on June 5, 2025
Thank you for being a loyal customer and for your continued support over the years. We're thrilled to hear that you and your family have enjoyed your visits with usl. It's great to know that our new menu has been a hit! We're also glad you enjoyed our cocktails as well. We hope to have you for many more years to come!
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Michelle VIP
Denver / Colorado86 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sweet Basil is special, refined yet comfortable, creative and balanced, memorable. Excellent service and ambiance. Thank you.
Sweet Basil - VailResponded on June 5, 2025
Thank you for the 5 star review!
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Douglas VIP
Denver / Colorado29 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I just love the new additions to the menu, absolutely fantastic! We had an amazing waiter, and the food is better than ever!! A must go to for when you’re in Vail!
Sweet Basil - VailResponded on June 5, 2025
Thank you so much Douglas! We are so glad that you and your group had a great time with us. Cheers!
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Jessica VIP
Hawaii9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing first time here! We have been to Mt. Standard many times with kids, but never were able to try Sweet Basil. We had a beautiful on the patio! The host staff was so friendly and our server was so attentive! The food was outstanding. Can’t wait to come back!
Sweet Basil - VailResponded on June 5, 2025
We're so happy to hear that you had an amazing first visit with us! It's fantastic to know that our patio seating, friendly staff, and attentive service made your experience special. Your kind words mean the world to us and we can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable dining experience. Cheers!
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FAQs

Sweet Basil - Vail is rated 4.7 stars by 2556 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 13, 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 52 times today

Experiences are available.

193 East Gore Creek Dr., Suite 201, Vail, CO 81657

Additional information

Cross street
Wall Street
Neighborhood
Vail
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Dining Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Vail Village is a pedestrian village; therefore no parking is available at the restaurant. All parking is in the Vail Village public parking structure and walk approximately 4 minutes to our front door!
Payment options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
William Edwards
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.sweetbasilvail.com/
Phone number
(970) 476-0125
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

Sweet Basil - Vail

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Elegance @ Elevation

Menu

Apres

*Siberian Sturgeon Caviar$38.00

Whipped Feta$20.00

Caesar Salad$17.00

Citrus & Chicories Salad$18.00

*Ahi Tuna Crudo$26.00

*Yellowtail & Avocado Tataki$25.00

*East Coast Oysters$30.00

American Psycho$30.00

What 2,556 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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FAQs

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