The Ram Restaurant

Name: The Ram Restaurant
Address: 1 Sun Valley Road, Sun Valley, ID, United States, 83353
Telephone: (208) 622-2225
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

651 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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Sun Valley’s original restaurant, The Ram has been warming and welcoming diners since 1937. This rustic-yet-elegant dinner house has been recently modernized, while still preserving its historic charm. Pianist Larry Harshbarger brings a classic ambiance to the room with gentle melodies played on our resident baby grand piano. Travel back in time with the nightly “Heritage Menu”—a series of historic dishes such as pork tenderloin schnitzel, Hungarian goulash, and the famous Ram fondue—resurrected from the restaurant’s long and storied culinary tradition.

A credit card is required to hold your reservation. Should your plans change, please let us know at least 24 hours in advance. Last minute cancellations and no shows may be charged $25 per person.

Holiday reservations are not available online, but can be made by calling our guest center at 208.622.2800.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 3, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(208) 622-2225
Website
http://www.sunvalley.com/things-to-do/dining/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Adam Fisher
Private party contact
Sun Valley Reservations : (208) 622-2225

Location
1 Sun Valley Road, Sun Valley, ID 83353
Neighborhood
Sun Valley
Parking details
Sun Valley Lodge parking lot
Public transit
Mountain Rides buses drop off at the bus loop by the Sun Valley Inn pool and Sun Valley Lodge. <br /><br />
Entertainment
Larry Harshbarger on piano
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Hot Rock 'Ishiyaki'$29.00
american wagyu striploin, salmon belly, unagi sauce
Hamachi Crudo$25.00
white ponzu, serrano, orange, sea beans, finger lime, candied quinoa
Mushroom Tart$22.00
duxelle, shiitake, black garlic, radish, mushroom jus, wood sorrel
Foie Gras Mousse$26.00
fruit jam, grilled bread
Steak Tartare$28.00
beef tenderloin, shallot, confit yolk, horseradish, kennebec
Seared Scallops$27.00
yam curry, bacon marmalade, puffed rice

Ram Fondue

Appetizer for Two$44.00
baguette, cornichion, apple, fingerling, emmenthaler, gruyère, fontina valle d'aosta
Beef Tenderloin$18.00
Pork Belly$16.00
Boar Salami$15.00
Winter Vegetable$14.00

Second

French Onion Pottage$16.00
bacon, gruyère, micro beet, focaccia
Baby Beets$18.00
yogurt, fine herbs, poached pear, medjool date, pistachio
Chicories$19.00
endive, radicchio, frisée, kumquat, figs, black walnut goat cheese, honey emulsion
The Farm$19.00
little gem, bacon dust, asparagus, soft egg, aged cheddar torn baguette, pecorino garlic dressing; white anchovy on request

Main

Hagerman Valley Trout$34.00
braised chard, white bean, pistou, onion soubise
Muscovy Duck$38.00
breast & leg confit, sour cherry, acorn squash, farroto, duck demi
Srf Kurobuta Pork Chop$42.00
broccoli rabe, apple quince chutney, cheddar grits, red eye jus
King Salmon$45.00
smoked cabbage, carrot coriander purée, farro, dukkah
Beef Tenderloin$54.00
cippolini, gorgonzola dulce, duck fat potatoes, cauliflower purée blackberry glaçage
Buckwheat Cavatelli$34.00
winter squash, ricotta, sage, parmigiano-reggiano, beurre noisette
SRF American Wagyu N.Y. Strip
sherried mushrooms, honey glazed carrot, black garlic, potatoes al forno
- 4oz$55.00
- 8oz$90.00
A5 Japanese Beef Ribeye
shishito, fingerlings, heirloom carrot, shiso butter
- 5oz$120.00

Ram Heritage Dinners

$34. Opened in 1937, The Ram restaurant has featured many specialties for more than 80 years. We've resurrected a selection of these dishes from The Ram's long and storied culinary tradition

Wednesday | Pork Tenderloin Schnitzel 1982
braised red cabbage, warm potato salad, lemon, lingonberry jam
Thursday | Ram Mixed Grill 1941
lamb chop, merguez, duck sausage, brussels, butternut squash wild rice, parsnip, blueberry demi-glace
Friday | Stuffed Sole 1967
pacific sole, snow crab, tarragon beurre blanc, haricots verts, basmati pilaf
Saturday | Hungarian Goulash 1966
paprika braised beef, spätzle, crimini, carrot, spinach
Sunday | Roast Beast Since 1937
varied beasts, chef's choice, traditional accompaniments

What 651 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Cindy
Seattle
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely wonderful food...all 4 of our meals were excellent. All of the staff were over and above friendly and efficient.
R
Robin
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Old style elegance in a low key setting. Some folks dressed up but most were close to business casual with a little ski resort style. Service was impeccable including when the greeter misunderstood us when we asked to not sit by the door. After they realized we were not complaining they were beyond gracious. The sommelier was a pleasure even tasting and admiring the wine we brought with us. An old style piano player was marvelous background. We asked to interchange vegetables and the chef converted it in to a delightful presentation. We enjoyed the trout, beef tenderloin, sea scallops and a ceviche appetizer. Both the chocolate and sticky pudding desserts were top notch. It was a surprisingly excellent meal and I would highly recommend them.
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parkerbob
Charleston
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic experience! The mixed grill and pork chop were both excellent, interesting cocktails and great service. Definitely will return
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing experience. The food is fantastic and the ambiance is iconic. Chase was super to work with there too
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely fabulous, food and service was great. Piano music starting at 6 pm was very nice. Huge wine selection.
GG
GadgetGuy
Philadelphia
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience4
We were expecting much more from The Ram. Service wasn't good and left much to be desired. Overall the food was just ok and definitely not worth the price. We had much better service and food for 1/3 the cost at several restaurants in Sun Valley. Disappointing to say the least.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
We really enjoyed the Ram. The cheese fondue is amazing and the entire dinner was wonderful. We loved the piano player and ambiance.
SV
SVTraveller
San Francisco
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had our third fantastic experience in three weeks! Nicole, our favorite server, paced things artfully and was such fun to talk with. Buddy came by the table to visit several times and also helped us choose a wine for dinner. The food was spectacular (as always) and we enjoyed listening to Larry play (as always!). The evening was made even more special as Michael was in for awhile and stopped by our table to say hello (by name---how does he remember everyone???!).
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience5
It’s an OK restaurant. It is good not great. The price is not really worth the food experience.
J
Jeanne
Boise
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
Pleasant old school atmosphere with a good menu and good service.
BF
BeckyF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Impeccable service and attention to every detail. We had a satisfying mixture of fresh ingredients in our appetizers, entrees and desserts! Just the pinnacle of our vacation memory list.
WW
WilliamW
Las Vegas
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Table for two. Gave us a great view. Could watch the kitchen staff at work. Had the fondue for two with the beef tenderloin. Phenomenal. Too full to eat much more so had salads. Great meal and drinks. Highly recommend
M
Mloak
San Francisco
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and wonderful pianist! Food was wonderful as well!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding experience. Great service from Maddie the bartender and Fausto our server. Delicious food and great wine recommendations from Buddy the manager/sommelier. We loved sitting near the piano and interacting with Larry the piano player. A very memorable and special evening.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food! Fantastic service! Loved the music. Cannot wait to go back to try more excellent, classic Hungarian recipes! So much food!!!
N
Nani
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
The Ram offers a warm, enjoyable atmosphere complete with a friendly pianist. The interesting menu is very well executed and the staff, from management to kitchen to servers do not disappoint. Make your reservations in advance as locals and visitors alike agree it is among the best dining in the Valley!
M
Mloak
San Francisco
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food and terrific pianist! Going back tonight!
LL
LLBB
San Francisco
42 reviews
vip
3.0
42 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
The first courses were excellent. We had fondue and steak tartare. Some liked the Farm salad, others found it boring. The main courses - pork chop & beef - were disappointing. The grits (side dish on the main) were awful.
JO
JacquieO
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always come here for the fondue and the ambiance / elegant lodge vibe and fireplace but stand outs this time was a wonderful friendly bartender and a very attentive manager.
C
Chris
Los Angeles
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience5
The Ram is classic Sun Valley and not to be missed.
HR
HonestReview
Central Coast
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Yummy delicious. I highly recommend this resturant
WB
WilliamB
San Francisco
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
An institution at Sun Valley, that has a great ambiance. Unfortunately, the service is just ok, really needs to flow better and not feel so rote or mechanical.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience5
Staff seems to be largely South American, some with Kiki Ted English. Otherwise, outstanding!
AM
AlisonM
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
We absolute loved out Beef Tenderloin dinners. Excellent ambience, hot chocolate and and hot toddies!
RW
RebeccaW
Boise
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
This was a special dinner for me and my kids- (21 and 24). The waitress was great. However, the meal was rushed and a check was left for us before we even could ask for dessert- which we were planning on having. For the price, you shouldn't be rushed. Even during the holidays.
EW
EdWaters
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perhaps one of the best overall meals we've had - and we've had a lot. The Ram is top notch without being overly stuffy or pretentious. In a way it felt similar to downstairs at the 21 Club in NYC. Plan on spending a bit, but take your time, enjoy the ambience, and you'll have an evening to remember. The Ram is a small restaurant - you can see the whole thing from any table, which gives it an intimate feel; take some time to look around and just absorb the history. Food-wise, we had the duck, the heritage mixed grill, and the pork chop along with the foie gras mousse for appetizer and the dulce de leche for dessert. Everything was perfect.
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lynnk
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing incredible people, beautiful atmosphere. Chase is kind and caring making your dinner reservations. Refreshing these days.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, service, and ambiance. The food was spectacular—from cocktails to appetizers (foie gras was such a hit!), main courses were delicious. The pianist was lovely playing holiday hits all night long—just the right volume. Service was delightful. Such a treat! Our third time here and it’s good as ever.
CG
ClaudiaG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely atmosphere, excellent service, and the food was terrific. Never disappoints.
T
Terry
Seattle
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are long time locals and always enjoy The Ram. Michael, whe we enjoy is moving on and was gracious enough to be certain we met his successor which was thoughtful. Waiter was exceptional and made the evening. I think The Ram will remain in good hands
RA
RyanA
Boise
62 reviews
vip
5.0
62 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful meal. Pork chop was incredible
KB
KennyBoo44
Boise
60 reviews
vip
5.0
60 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
No trip to the Sun Valley Resort is complete without a visit to the Ram Restaurant. The ambiance is something one might find in the Austrian Alps with some food elements to match but the chef and staff take it to another level. Pro tip: Try the nightly "heritage" specials which harken back to classic Sun Valley menus from the past. My favorite is the Goulash which is featured on Saturday nights. These
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
New menu for the season! Always great service and live music traditions
SV
SVTraveller
San Francisco
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Oh my! We have been to The Ram many, many times and always have had a great experience but last night was extraordinary! First, our waiter Ken was excellent; he was professional, friendly, and paced our meal beautifully. Second, the new chef has taken the food to a new level--absolutely outstanding! Third, Michael helped us select a pinot noir that may now be our new favorite. And finally, we met the new manager, Buddy, and found him to be great--professional, extremely qualified, and very personable. Wow. What a special evening.
NH
NadjaH
Boise
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s was again a amazing dinner
J
Jeanne
Boise
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience4
The Ram has a traditional atmosphere with live piano playing American Standards, maybe not for everyone, but we like it. The food we chose was consistently good; the menu had ample selections. Service is very good and friendly in spite of a full house.
V
Victoire
San Francisco
43 reviews
vip
3.0
43 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
The corn bisque to start was lukewarm at best and did not resemble or taste like corn at all. Very weird “soup” and disappointing because I love corn! The wagyu New York steak was to die for. Ambience had a family night feeling, that isn’t bad, but not what I recall; I remember a more sophisticated Euro atmosphere. The limoncello, we were told, was from the freezer; it was not but it should be! Overall it was fine but not great.
KS
KoseligSV
Boise
51 reviews
vip
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s the best in town.
JH
JanH
Portland
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff including the head chef were over-the-top welcoming. Our waiter “Gold” from Albania was a capable and charming young man! He will go far in the world of finance he pursues! We’ll be back next year.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
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The Ram Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 651 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

Feb 3, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

1 Sun Valley Road, Sun Valley, ID 83353

Additional information

Neighborhood
Sun Valley
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Sun Valley Lodge parking lot
Public transit
Mountain Rides buses drop off at the bus loop by the Sun Valley Inn pool and Sun Valley Lodge.
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Adam Fisher
Entertainment
Larry Harshbarger on piano
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.sunvalley.com/things-to-do/dining/
Phone number
(208) 622-2225
Private party contact
Sun Valley Reservations : (208) 622-2225

The Ram Restaurant

Make a reservation

Additional information

Srf Kurobuta Pork Chop

Beef Tenderloin

King Salmon

First

Hot Rock 'Ishiyaki'$29.00

Hamachi Crudo$25.00

Mushroom Tart$22.00

Foie Gras Mousse$26.00

Steak Tartare$28.00

Seared Scallops$27.00

Ram Fondue

Appetizer for Two$44.00

Beef Tenderloin$18.00

Pork Belly$16.00

Boar Salami$15.00

Winter Vegetable$14.00

Second

French Onion Pottage$16.00

Baby Beets$18.00

Chicories$19.00

The Farm$19.00

Main

Hagerman Valley Trout$34.00

Muscovy Duck$38.00

Srf Kurobuta Pork Chop$42.00

King Salmon$45.00

Beef Tenderloin$54.00

Buckwheat Cavatelli$34.00

SRF American Wagyu N.Y. Strip

A5 Japanese Beef Ribeye

Ram Heritage Dinners

Wednesday | Pork Tenderloin Schnitzel 1982

Thursday | Ram Mixed Grill 1941

Friday | Stuffed Sole 1967

Saturday | Hungarian Goulash 1966

Sunday | Roast Beast Since 1937

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