The Lodge

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   Sherri

   Denver1 review

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wow. I’m sitting here wondering where to begin with this incredible dining experience my husband and I had last night. What a special date night with food that I went to sleep, thinking about every detail was perfect. The preparation of the food and the sourcing of beautiful ingredients and the amazing flavoring and sauces were stunning. There are a few restaurants in my passionate dining career that I will never forget, and this is one of them! We spoke to the manager, and she told us that their new executive chef, chef Cole, created this delicious new menu. We opened with the Brussels complete with high-quality blue cheese and bacon. We shared two mains… The scallops and also the salmon. The sauces were the perfect combination for the seafood and the vegetables were perfectly cooked and seasoned. We were over the moon with a choice of grains for each dish… Even Egyptian black forbidden rice for the salmon and was such a unique and perfect choice to accompany that dish. My husband and I frequently cook and we source excellent ingredients and there was absolutely nothing that wasn’t perfect about this dining experience! The staff were attentive and kind and engaging and clearly proud of this incredible creation. The ambience was peaceful and beautiful with a wonderful view. The lighting was so artistic. I spent time looking at the lighting and even took pictures of that! Good going water Valley! Best fine dining in Colorado by far!
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Denver1 review

   3.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The menu was inviting and specialized not to many things. The risotto was corn heavy and dry, the rice bowl tasted as good as it looked and the pork chop was an absolutely wonderful experience.
   

   The LodgeResponded 1 day ago

   Hello! Thank you so much for the feedback. As we continue to perfect our most recent menu, feedback from guests is incredibly helpful in compliments to staff but more importantly on improvements that need to be made. Thank you again for joining us and we hope to exceed expectation the next time you visit, while taking all of your notes into serious consideration. Cheers, Taylor (Assistant General Manager)
   

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   Anne

   Denver1 review

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Seated right away, had a cocktail and wine which were both fine, nothing special. Had two appetizers the croquettes and bread. We wouldn’t get the bread again. Shared the risotto and ribeye. Ribeye was good, risotto was under seasoned and had too much corn to the point where you couldn’t taste the flavor of anything else. Server was very kind and engaging. Experience was average given the higher price point. We likely won’t be back.
   

   The LodgeResponded 1 day ago

   Hello Anne, We certainly strive for perfection and excellence, and it is truly unfortunate we did not meet either of those standards during your experience. Your constructive criticism has been noted with great appreciation. While we understand your hesitation to return, if we ever had the opportunity to make up for the previous experience it would be an honor. If you feel comfortable, I would love to chat further on the phone and hopefully get a new reservation created, to give you a true Lodge experience that I know we are capable of providing. In the end, we appreciate still giving us a "would recommend" and again, hope to see you in the future. ~Taylor (Assistant General Manager)
   

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   Billy

   Nashville12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was our first time eating at The Lodge. I was a little hesitant because it's in a golf course community - but it didn't feel that way at all. It was the best dining experience I've had in a long, long time. The atmosphere is absolutely beautiful - warm, cozy, romantic and perfectly done. The service was top notch - timing was spot on and the server was knowledgeable and charming. The food was fantastic. They were on the last days of their Winter menu. We had the Whipped Ricotta to start. I had the Pork Chop and my wife had the Crab. Not a bad bite on the table. Amazing flavors that all paired perfectly. We're looking forward to going back and trying their Spring menu.
   

   The LodgeResponded 1 day ago

   Hello Billy, We greatly appreciate your kind words! Being relatively new, it means so much to all of us at The Lodge that our details in both decor and service are noticed. In addition to hearing our food was fantastic, it truly means a lot. We look forward to experiencing the Spring Menu with you soon!
   

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   Ernesto

   Denver3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Everything was great: the food, the cocktails, the staff, we’ll definitely return.
   

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   Lori VIP

   Denver50 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was perfect. Great service,drinks and food.
   

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   Lori VIP

   Chicago30 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 7, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fabulous- ambiance, staff and food are outstanding!
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Loved the food. Best meal I’ve had in a long time.
   

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   Rolando VIP

   Denver18 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   We’ve had wonderful experiences at The Lodge in the past, but this visit left us with mixed feelings. Let’s start with the positives—the food was excellent. We began with the Elk Carpaccio, a well-balanced dish with fruit, tomatoes, and arugula that was both fresh and flavorful. The Short Ribs were incredibly tender, savory, and truly melted in my mouth, while my wife’s Risotto was rich, comforting, and beautifully seasoned. Unfortunately, the service and attention to detail fell short, which impacted the overall experience. While our server greeted us warmly, she struggled to explain the specials confidently. Once we finished our appetizer, the plates were not cleared, leaving little space for our entrées. Silverware was not provided with our main course, requiring us to request it. Additionally, the wine we ordered well in advance did not arrive until after we had started our meal, further adding to the disjointed service. As we settled the check, the manager stopped by to ask for feedback, but by that point, the lack of leadership throughout the evening made the request feel perfunctory rather than genuine. The Lodge has great potential to be Windsor’s top dining destination, but to achieve that, it must deliver a seamless, well-executed experience that matches the quality of its food. We hope these shortcomings are addressed, as we truly believe in the restaurant’s potential.
   

   The LodgeResponded on February 27, 2025

   Hello Rolando, Thank you so much for this constructive feedback. While also starting with the positives, I am thrilled to hear the food meets expectations. Regarding the service that took place, we want to formally apologize as we strive for nothing less than perfect. Your notes have been diligently taken and brought to the server’s attention. As the manager on duty that evening, I am thoroughly disappointed in not having the opportunity to have a genuine conversation earlier in the evening as I truly care about the feedback and would have loved to correct these errors in the moment. Thank you for seeing the potential in what we are working towards cultivating each day here at The Lodge. We appreciate this very much, Taylor Brooks Assistant General Manager
   

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    David

    Denver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Beautiful service, breathtaking view,and amazing food we will return
    

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