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Sweet Basil - Vail, Vail, CO

Sweet Basil - Vail

4.7
4.7
2538 Reviews
$50 and over
American
193 East Gore Creek Dr., Suite 201, Vail, CO 81657

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Dining Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, 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.
  • 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

    Apr 16, 2025 - Apr 19, 2025
    For a limited number of evenings from April 16th - 19th, 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.
    Elegance @ Elevation Photo

What 2,538 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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Mountains

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sweet Basil in Vail offers a "delicious and inventive" menu with highlights like the duck ramen, hazelnut mocha dessert, and whipped feta. Guests praise the "amazing service" and "great atmosphere." While some mention service inconsistencies, the restaurant remains a "staple of Vail life" with its creative dishes and vibrant energy.
2,538 Reviews
  1. Nick VIP

    Houston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best food I’ve eaten in Vail. Best service too. Great experience

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  2. Tara

    Las Vegas4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience. Got the beef & broccoli and the Striped Bass. Incredible.
    Sweet Basil - VailResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the 5 star review! We are so glad you all enjoyed your time with us!

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  3. Craig VIP

    Tampa54 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious meal. We liked the remodel. Stripped bass was amazing as was the filet with broccoli. Fantastic flavors!!! Craig was our server and did a great job!
    Sweet Basil - VailResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the 5 star review Craig! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your server Craig as well as your food. We hope to have you back again soon!

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  4. Greg VIP

    Richmond43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The atmosphere and food is extraordinary along with fabulous service.
    Sweet Basil - VailResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the 5 star review Greg!

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  5. hal

    New Mexico5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We slways love the service and food creativity at Sweet Basil. Tonight was no different. Our favorite Vail restaurant.
    Sweet Basil - VailResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the 5 star review Hal! We appreciate your kind words and hope to have you back again soon. We will also be sure to let your server know you enjoyed your time with them as well. Cheers!

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  6. cheryl VIP

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome whipped feta! Great customer service! Loved atmosphere!
    Sweet Basil - VailResponded on April 1, 2025
    Thank you for the 5 star review Cheryl! We are so glad you all enjoyed your food, especially the Whipped Feta. We hope to have you all back again soon

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  7. Ian

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Solid place to grab a stiff drink and some good grub!
    Sweet Basil - VailResponded on April 1, 2025
    Thank you Ian! Glad to hear you enjoyed our beverages and food. Hope to have you back again soon

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  8. Michael

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding meal for everyone, from start to finish. Excellent informative service. Highly recommend!
    Sweet Basil - VailResponded on April 1, 2025
    Thank you Michael, we are happy to hear you enjoyed your food with us from start to finish. We hope to have you all back again soon

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  9. John VIP

    Denver19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We all expect outstanding food when we go to a restaurant like Sweet Basil and we were not disappointed. But I think the wait staff at Sweet Basil maybe the best in the Vail Valley. Not only are they knowledgeable, charming, and work with great intensity, but they are joyous, happy and nice. Our waitress was all of the above, but not once did she intrude on conversations or our enjoyment of dinner. Nevertheless, she was always there when needed. Thank you ever so much.
    Sweet Basil - VailResponded on April 1, 2025
    Thank you for such kind words John! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us. Your compliments about our food, service, and staff truly mean a lot to us. We strive to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all our guests, and we're glad to hear that we hit the mark with you. We look forward to your next visit!

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  10. Niloufar VIP

    Denver6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always a great dinner experience. Good food and good atmosphere.
    Sweet Basil - VailResponded on April 1, 2025
    Thank you for the 5 star review Niloufar!

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FAQs

Sweet Basil - Vail is rated 4.7 stars by 2538 OpenTable diners.

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

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Denver / Colorado
  4. Mountains
  5. Vail

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Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Sweet Basil - Vail

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

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Wall Street
  • Neighborhood
    Vail
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 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
    AMEX, Diners Club, 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
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