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The Carlin, Breckenridge, CO

The Carlin

4.9
4.9
373 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
The Carlin, in Breckenridge, CO, has transformed one of Breck’s integral downtown properties into an extraordinary three-story experience – each level with a realm of its own. In true Destination Hospitality style, the main level hosts an all-new open kitchen concept – a unique experience for a perfectly posh dining affair, while the lower level introduces a modern-meets-casual take on classic American tavern culture. The top-level houses the Inn at the Carlin, embodying an exciting new era for our brand of enlightened hospitality, boasting four luxury guest room accommodations, exceptionally designed with relaxation and sophistication in mind.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Shellfish
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (970) 771-3795
  • Website
    https://thecarlinbreckenridge.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Zach Brace
  • Location
    200 N Main St, Breckenridge, CO 80424
  • Neighborhood
    Breckenridge
  • Cross street
    Main & Wellington
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Summit Stage Busline
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Eve at The Carlin

    Dec 24, 2024 only
    Join us for Christmas Eve at The Carlin. We're offering a our winter a la carte menu along with a special Christmas feature.

  • New Year's Eve at The Carlin

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    The Carlin is offering a special 3 course prix fixe menu for New Year's Eve. Adults $145, Kids 12 & under $65, (kids may substitute from our regular kids' menu). Vegetarian & gluten free options will be available, along with a la carte selections from our full raw bar. We will offer special featured wine bottles to pair with your dinner choices.

  • Christmas Dinner at The Carlin

    Dec 25, 2024 only
    Join us for Christmas dinner at The Carlin. We're offering a our winter a la carte menu along with a special Christmas feature.

Menu

Starters

  • Oven Roasted Olives$9.00

    • Buttermilk Gruyere Biscuits$9.00

      umami butter

      • Wood Fired Oysters *$6.00

        compound butter - umami crumb - lemon

        • Au Jus Sliders *$7.00

          beef patty - tomato-bacon jam - smoked gouda - house b&b pickles - brioche bun

          • Lobster Roll Sliders$14.00

            butter poached lobster claws - citrus aioli - toasted brioche bun

            • Jalapeño Hush Puppies$15.00

              cajun aioli - chow chow relish

              • Dynamite Shrimp$15.00

                naam jim aioli - sesame seeds - green onion - cabbage

                • Charred Scallion & Jalapeño Crab Cake$24.00

                  roasted artichoke - fennel - orange coriander whipped ricotta

                  • Smoked Fish & Scallion Dip$18.00

                    halibut - herb sourdough focaccia

                    House Specialties

                    • Grouper Fish & Chips$28.00

                      served with french fries

                      • Braised Beef Short Rib$43.00

                        creole sauce natura - cheesy grits - trinity vegetables - dilly beans

                        • Catch of the Day *$0.00

                          english pea risotto - mushrooms a la greque - baby carrots - red wine gastrique

                          • MP$0.00

                        • Chef's Sourced Cuts *$0.00

                          loaded potato rosti - smoked tomato demi - braised greens - seasonal vegetable

                          • MP$0.00

                        Soup & Salad

                        • Mixed Game Chili$15.00

                          cheddar - onion- scallion - sour cream

                          • Butter Leaf Salad ^$14.00

                            pistachio-honey brittle - seasonal colorado fruit - pecorino - honey-ginger vinaigrette

                            Last updated: December 4, 2024

                            What 373 people are saying

                            Overall ratings and reviews

                            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                            4.9
                            4.9 based on recent ratings
                            • 4.8Food
                            • 4.9Service
                            • 4.8Ambience
                            • 4.6Value

                            Noise • Moderate

                            Loved For

                            • Denver / Colorado

                              Contemporary American

                            • Mountains

                              Contemporary American

                            Review summary

                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                            The Carlin offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the vibrant ambiance and diverse menu, featuring standout seafood dishes like oysters and crab cakes. The attentive staff ensures a memorable visit, making it a "must visit" in Breckenridge. Ideal for special occasions.

                            373 Reviews

                            1. Gwen

                              Phoenix

                              2 reviews

                              5.0

                              2 reviews

                              Dined today

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              We had such a lovely experience at the Carlin! Our waiter Connor was well-versed on the menu, passionate about the restaurant, and more than happy to provide recommendations. Greyson, the general manager, welcomed us right as we walked in and continuously made us special throughout the night. We had gone for my boyfriend's birthday and every dish we had, every drink, and especially the banana bread dessert made our evening memorable. Thanks a million for a great night!

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                            2. Harry

                              Dallas

                              6 reviews

                              5.0

                              6 reviews

                              Dined 1 day ago

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Server Kelly provided great service. The variety and freshness of the oysters
                              The CarlinResponded today
                              Hello Harry, We are glad you enjoyed your time and oysters with us at the Carlin. Scooter and Greyson

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                            3. Brooke

                              Denver

                              3 reviews

                              5.0

                              3 reviews

                              Dined 7 days ago

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Making a reservation is helpful though I noticed walk ins were accepted. We dined on a Saturday evening in Dec. The restaurant has ample parking and seamless check in and seating with our reservation. Connor our waiter was incredible, attentive, and well versed on the menu. The raw bar was fresh and delicious. We had oysters and snow crab claws. Their restaurant is kid friendly though geared towards adults. We had our 10 and 5 year olds with us and there’s a great kids menu. The portions are very generous, my husband and I shared the short ribs and it was delicious, cooked perfectly, and flavorful. They have great craft cocktails and a great wine offering. We shared a bottle of the Hobo. We will definitely be back.
                              The CarlinResponded today
                              Hello Brooke, We are truly happy that you and your family enjoyed the Carlin. We will let Connor know he did a good job. Please come back and see us soon. Scooter and Greyson

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                            4. Drew

                              Tahoe

                              1 review

                              5.0

                              1 review

                              Dined 7 days ago

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              We celebrated our engagement here and the service was amazing! We can’t wait to come back
                              The CarlinResponded today
                              Hello Drew, Congratulations again!! We are happy you enjoyed everything on your special night. Scooter and Greyson

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                            5. Laura

                              Phoenix

                              1 review

                              5.0

                              1 review

                              Dined 7 days ago

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Amazing experience at the Carlin. Awesome food and fantastic servers.
                              The CarlinResponded today
                              Hello Laura, We are happy you enjoyed your evening with us. We look forward to seeing you in the future. Scooter and Greyson

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                            6. Katarina

                              Greensboro

                              1 review

                              5.0

                              1 review

                              Dined on December 7, 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Amazing place! Great food, welcoming staff, would definitely recommend it!
                              The CarlinResponded today
                              Hello Katarina, We appreciate the nice review and we are happy you had a great experience with us at the Carlin. Scooter and Greyson

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                            7. Tom

                              Fayetteville

                              45 reviews

                              5.0

                              45 reviews

                              Dined on December 6, 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 4
                              All of the food was outstanding and had the presentation to match. The fresh oysters were so good we ordered more! All of the entrees were delicious. In addition the service from Bertie was equally as good as the food. It is a high price but if you can afford it is worth the price. Highly recommend!
                              The CarlinResponded today
                              Hello Tom, We are glad your enjoyed your evening with us. We look forward to seeing you in the future. Scooter and Greyson

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                            8. danielleph32

                              New Orleans

                              1 review

                              5.0

                              1 review

                              Dined on December 6, 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 4
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Celebrated a birthday. The food and service was amazing!! 10/10
                              The CarlinResponded today
                              Hello Danielle, Thank you for spending your special occasion with us. We hope to see you soon. Scooter and Greyson

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                            9. Kate

                              Denver

                              43 reviews

                              vip
                              5.0

                              43 reviews

                              Dined on November 30, 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Delicious, high quality food. Outstanding service from entire staff. We look forward to coming back!
                              The CarlinResponded on December 4, 2024
                              Hello Kate, We are happy you had a great experience with us. We look forward to serving you in the near future. Scooter and Greyson

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                            10. Jacqueline

                              Denver

                              17 reviews

                              vip
                              5.0

                              17 reviews

                              Dined on November 30, 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              A great choice for a special night out in Breckenridge. Particularly great for seafood lovers like my family, although plenty of land options available, as well.
                              The CarlinResponded on December 4, 2024
                              Hello Jacqueline, We are truly happy you enjoyed your special occasion with us and our fresh seafood as well. We hope you will come back and try us again in the future. Scooter and Greyson

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                            FAQs

                            The Carlin is rated 4.9 stars by 373 OpenTable diners.

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                            Make a reservation

                            2 people
                            7:00 PM
                            Booked 23 times today
                            Experiences are available.
                            Google Map for The Carlin

                            200 N Main St, Breckenridge, CO 80424

                            Additional information

                            • Cross street
                              Main & Wellington
                            • Neighborhood
                              Breckenridge
                            • Hours of operation
                              Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
                            • Price
                              $31 to $50
                            • Cuisines
                              Contemporary American, Seafood, Shellfish
                            • Dining style
                              Casual Elegant
                            • Dress code
                              Casual Dress
                            • Parking details
                              Private Lot
                            • Public transit
                              Summit Stage Busline
                            • Payment options
                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                            • Executive chef
                              Zach Brace
                            • Additional
                              Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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