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Splendido - Beaver Creek

17 Chateau Lane
Beaver Creek, CO 81620

Splendido at the Chateau offers fine Rocky Mountain dining featuring imaginative and refined American-European cuisine in the warmth and tranquility of a French chateau. Dinner is served nightly, with entertainment by Peter Vavra in the piano bar.

Dining Style: Fine Dining
Price: $50 and over
Parking: Valet
Cross Street: Scott Hill Road

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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating		4.5 out of 5 (74 Reviews)

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

romantic (48)
fit for foodies (45)
special occasion (45)
notable wine list (42)
scenic view (26)
good for groups (8)
neighborhood gem (8)
hot spot (6)
vibrant bar scene (6)
kid-friendly (4)
late-night find (4)

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Splendido - Beaver Creek Reviews List

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"If your in the Beaver Creek area, Splendido is a "must visit". Great bar and piano player for a pre-dinner cocktail. Excellent food and service. Its a high end restaurant that checks all the boxes."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/12/2010

(review submitted 03/16/2010)

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Review 2 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The restaurant was fine but not special. However, I felt that the staff acted like we were somehow inferior. No specific service flaws, just an attitude that was conveyed. I was dining with another woman and maybe it would have been different if I was with my husband. The staff was not particularly helpful and I ended up leaving hungry, which could have been avoided if they gave me advice on portion size as the food was not bad."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/13/2010

(review submitted 03/16/2010)

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Review 3 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Are dinning experience was great, the flowers I ordered were already at the table and the staff was ready for us. They went above and beyond my expectations.

Thanks

Kyle Hall"

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/09/2010

(review submitted 03/11/2010)

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Review 4 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"One of the fibest restaurants I have have had the pleasure to enjoy! Food, service ambience and after dinner piano made for a first rate evening in every way possible. LOVED IT!!!!!!!!!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/05/2010

(review submitted 03/07/2010)

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Review 5 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"In a word, fabulous! Exceeded my expectations"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/04/2010

(review submitted 03/06/2010)

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Review 6 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"There is no finer dining experience in the Vail Valley, the staff and setting gracious, and the food absolutely world class. Chef David Walford knows his stuff and every composition is executed with a deft authority that is rare outside of a Michelin 3 star setting. In this reviewers opinion, "Splendido" should be renamed "Perfecto"!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/04/2010

(review submitted 03/06/2010)

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Review 7 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Great food and atmosphere. The chocolate souffle was a bit disappointing."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/16/2010

(review submitted 02/25/2010)

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Review 8 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The Splendido holds a special place in our hearts. It is one of the most romantic settings. The service is excellent. The food is amazing, always fresh, and served beautifully. The staff are exceptionally friendly."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/20/2010

(review submitted 02/23/2010)

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Review 9 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We had a delicious meal at Splendido. The tuna tartar appetizer was the best I've ever had! Friendly service. Would definitely go back again!"

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/16/2010

(review submitted 02/18/2010)

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Review 10 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Very special restaurant, but would recommend later reservations, as early reservations entail more famiies, children and noise...
Excellent food, service and ambience. My favorite restaurant in all of Vail Valley! Cheryl C."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/16/2010)

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Review 11 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"great people, great setting, great food. what more can you ask for..."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/11/2010

(review submitted 02/15/2010)

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Review 12 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This is far and away one of the finest restaurants in ski country. The mushroom and arugula salad was one of the five best salads I have eaten anywhere, including restaurants with three Michelin stars. The peppered Hawaiian ono was also incredible, a sort of steak-au-poivre for non-meat eaters. The wine list was very extensive, albeit a bit overpriced."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/08/2010

(review submitted 02/10/2010)

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Review 13 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This restaurant is amazing. You will not be disappointed."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/30/2010

(review submitted 02/01/2010)

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Review 14 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Splendido was fantastic! From the service, food, wine, ambiance and decor, my group's dining experience was great. The noise was a little on the high side, which could've been due to the tables being fairly close together. However, my group was probably on the loud side too. I would highly recommend Splendido to anyone who is looking for a dining experience to remember.

Thank you."

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/21/2010

(review submitted 01/26/2010)

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Review 15 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Food was excellent and service was good. It felt like the waiter was trying to push the most expensive glass of wine for main course. The Salmon with Grapfruit was excellent."

Special Features: romantic

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/19/2010

(review submitted 01/21/2010)

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Review 16 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"fine cuisine excellent wine list great service very upscale professional service
a great piano bar scene from 7 pm on"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/14/2010

(review submitted 01/19/2010)

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Review 17 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"One of the best restaurants in Colorado! Our family of four had an amazing experience at Splendido while on a weekend getaway ski trip. Service was outstanding and non-pretentious. Our 9-year old and 6-year old were treated like a queen and king. The caviar was to die for, wine selection was excellent, and our main courses (lamb chops and the lobster special) were impeccably prepared to order. We will definitely return any chance we get!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/15/2010

(review submitted 01/19/2010)

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Review 18 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We came to Splendido to celebrate our anniversary, it's pricey but worth it. Our server made the meal and the place was lively with live piano music and great crowd. This isn't the kind of place to drop in for a quick bite with the kids. The service, food, and wine were great!"

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/16/2010

(review submitted 01/18/2010)

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Review 19 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Amazing as always... Food, service and wine list impeccable..."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/14/2010

(review submitted 01/16/2010)

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Review 20 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"dinner was very good, probably the best restaurant in the area."

Special Features: kid-friendly, notable wine list, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/07/2010

(review submitted 01/14/2010)

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Review 21 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"What a great restaurant. Great food and service.

The staff is very attentive but very friendly."

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/08/2010

(review submitted 01/10/2010)

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Review 22 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Good)

"We were very disappointed in our visit to Splendidos. For our $400 tab, we were seated in the sunroom rather than the dining room, our food was ok, but definitely not great. One diner ordered the special lobster tail which was dry and rubbery. Another diner had a fish dish which was smothered in an overpowering sauce. I expected better."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/02/2010

(review submitted 01/08/2010)

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

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Review 23 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Fabulous as usual! The service and food is outstanding."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/01/2010

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 24 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Good)

"We were a party of 5 that were celebrating 2 birthdays. I had given the NAMES of the 2 birthday people as I was told it would be be presented in a special fashion--that NEVER HAPPENED- Why because we were informed only one dessert was ordered so they wrote "Happy Birthday" on the one item and placed it in the center of the table. Our waiter did not get "into the spirit" of our celebration- in fact he became more agitated with us as the evening evolved. We had to ASK for more water and coffee! This was not our first time dining there BUT IT MIGHT BE OUR LAST! The restaurant managers response was not fitting a fine establishment."

Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/16/2009

(review submitted 01/01/2010)

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

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Review 25 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Great restaurant.....just don't go during the holiday season. they try to pack in as many as possible leaving you feeling like a herd of cattle. just trying to get you in and out as soon as possible!"

Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Poor)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/30/2009

(review submitted 01/01/2010)

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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Review 26 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Poor)

"We waited 30 minutes for a table. We had a reservation. Server was rude. Food was fair. They set us at a table for 8 in the lobby at a makeshift table. Server had an attitude. Table was FREEZING. I complained. Hostess forgot us No one cared. Dessert took 45 minutes. What a jole. And what is with the sing a long piano. We will not return. Never received autographed cookbook. I have been eating here for 9 years. Not acceptable. Please tell owner because no one cared December 30."

Food		(Poor)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Poor)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/30/2009

(review submitted 01/01/2010)

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Review 27 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Dinner was wonderful (actually had it on 12/13). The vegetables, parsnips and brussels sprouts and chestnuts, almost stole the show, but everything is good at this casually elegant restaurant, easily the best in the Vail/Beaver Creek area."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/23/2009

(review submitted 12/25/2009)

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Review 28 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Awesome! This is by far the best restaurant in Colorado in my opinion. The staff are friendly and incredibly knowledgeable, know how to serve and make the dining experience perfect. The wine list is fantastic, and the sommelier knows how to pair a bottle with the entrees at a variety of price points. This is a foodie's dream! Special occassions or a little splurge in the middle of the week at this beautiful location will be well worth the expense - and chef David will come out and chat to be sure you're enjoying your experience. Check out his new cookbook - wonderful! Love this place . . ."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/22/2009

(review submitted 12/24/2009)

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Review 29 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Poor)

"Do not go to this restaurant

The service was arrogant, condesending and unpleasent. There are so many better places in the Vail / Beaver Creek area - do not waste your time with this one. It may feel like you need to go to "the best place in Beaver Creek", but we have been coming to Vail / Beaver Creek for 15 years and this is the worst we have ever been treated in the area. The food was average at best - certainly not up to the standards of NY, Boston, Chicago, etc. They were condesending, and made us feel unwelcome, despite the $400 tab for 4; and my $80 tip. Small pond, big fish, I guess. Or maybe we are used to real metro restaurants."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/22/2009

(review submitted 12/22/2009)

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Review 30 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Definitely our favorite restaurant in the Vail Valley. Wine list is outstanding."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/18/2009

(review submitted 12/20/2009)

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Review 31 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"For a special occasion, this is the place to go. We have dined here for Thanksgiving the last two years and hope to be back. But like to make it there the last night of our family vacation anytime we are out in the valley. Everything about the place is splendid! Always enjoy Peter, the piano player - just one more reason this is a classy place."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/26/2009

(review submitted 12/06/2009)

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Review 32 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"WOW, The food was great,service was great."

Special Features: romantic, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/28/2009

(review submitted 12/05/2009)

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Review 33 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This is favorite restaurant we have ever eaten at."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/20/2009

(review submitted 12/05/2009)

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Review 34 for Splendido - Beaver Creek

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"What a fantastic dining experience! Bravo Splendido! One of the best dining experiences of my life! Worth the $$$$!!!!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/26/2009

(review submitted 12/03/2009)

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Based on the average of (40) ratings-only reviews

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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