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Flame Restaurant
Flame, a Modern Mountain Steakhouse, is the signature restaurant of Four Seasons Resort Vail. Flame’s focus will be “fun dining,” rather than fine dining, as guests enjoy an interactive experience. Prepared by Chef Jason and his team you can enjoy perfectly seared prime steaks cooked on an 1800-degree grill carved tableside, like the 22 oz. dry-aged Tomahawk steak. And share communally served indulgent sides which are locally sourced and seasonally inspired.
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75 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 75 reviews
5 stars
(31)
4 stars
(30)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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- special occasion(36)
- romantic(30)
- fit for foodies(25)
- good for groups(18)
- notable wine list(17)
- scenic view(8)
Flame Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Flame Restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our first visit to Flame. The ambiance is excellent with warm and inviting seating, decor and lighting. Our waiter was very knowledable about the menu and wine list, and after listening to our various request, made an excllent recommendation of a sharing menu and wine paring. The menu is very well priced for the location and quality of the food. The wine list is a little thin, however, our waiter provided us with a number of options to match our price point and meal selection. We had a wonderful evening and our group celebrated our last night on the mountain in style."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was an anniversary meal.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was an anniversary meal. The steak was excellent and the service was very good. I could have done with the $19 martini as I don't like feeling ripped off via my bar tab. The restaurant was not very impressive looking and it was a pretty special occasion so I think we were hoping for something that looked and felt a little nicer. For the prices they charged I would have thought it was a palace!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
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Review 3 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Flame - Lights Fire for this Foodie
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a fun dining experience. The menu was whimsical but steeped in classic dishes with a twist. I ordered a filet with the accompanying flight of sauces. Each sauce opened a new flavor profile on the steak. The lobster mashed potatoes were creamy and delicious. The Iconoclast cab-sav was a winner. The maple and bacon doughnuts should not be missed. Our server was knowledgeable and guided us to the best choices. The meal was extremely pricey but delicious!"
Dined on 04/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 4 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Entrée was okay - service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Entrée was okay - service was very good.
Soup had been sitting for a while but tasted okay. Ambience is quite good.
A lot of money for an okay time - would recommend something less expensive for better quality."
Soup had been sitting for a while but tasted okay. Ambience is quite good.
A lot of money for an okay time - would recommend something less expensive for better quality."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 5 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Try the Tomahawk, it is delicious.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Try the Tomahawk, it is delicious."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2008
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view
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Review 6 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food service and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food service and atmosphere"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2010
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Review 7 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not quite the rack of lamb
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I ordered the $38 dollar rack of lamb and I was unfortunately served two very tiny pieces of lamb that was covered in fat. The lamb had not been trimmed and, the presentation was less than satisfactory. Our waiter was fantastic and was quite apologetic for the meal as well as the manager who took care of the problem that evening. Another guest at our table ordered the trout and this to was not served to satisfaction. The trout was a little fishy and was quite dry. Overall the food at Flame was less than average and I would not return to this establishment for eating purposes. The restaurant is nice and the ambience is great but I go for the food not so much for the ambience."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2008
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Review 8 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 9 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Four Seasons Does A Steak Good
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great addition to Vail restaurant scene. But very noisy and restaurant wasn't even full. Food was great!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 10 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I just spent 5 days in Vail
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I just spent 5 days in Vail and Flame was my favorite dinner spot. Elegant room yet very casual at the same time. The food was top notch. We started with the elk "corn dogs" which were delicious and unusual. Then I had the buffalo ribeye which was cooked to perfection and the best buffalo steak that I have ever eaten. I ended the meal with a chocolate souffle to die for! I will go back for certain!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A Night at Flame
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As Steak House’s go, is was ok not great….. Food was Ok, Service was Ok, but it was not what one would expect from a Four Season’s restaurant………. There are much better choices in the Valley to go to….."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2010
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Review 12 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nestled in the Four Seasons
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nestled in the Four Seasons at Vail you would think the Flame would deliver a fabulous dinner, and they did not disappoint. The steaks cooked at 1800 degree F leaves the meat juicy, and flavorful without charing the outside. Their signature sauces add a unique flavoring to steak, and their Banana Foster desert is sublime. Highly recommended for an outstanding meal in an intimate setting."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went to Flame on our last
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went to Flame on our last night in Vail and what a nice way to end our vacation. The dining room is a pleasant space that feels cozy and not pretentious. Our server was very enthusiastic about the food and eager to tell us his favorites. Everything was good from the steaks to the dessert. While not inexpensive considering you are in Vail, we left feeling we had gotten good value for our money. We will definitely go back."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, notable wine list
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Review 14 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had fish in this Steak
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had fish in this Steak House, but it was a puny little trout."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2006
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 15 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great service, mediocre food
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"The restaurant was nice, the service outstanding, and the food properly prepared (meaning temperature) but it just wasn't up to expectations for the Four Seasons signature restaurant. It was fine but nothing to write home about. Service was truly excellent though as we had a very knowledgeable and attentive waitress as well as the overall staff. There were six of us and all at the table seemed to agree that we aren't likely to be back anytime soon. It is a relatively new restaurant though and often new restaurants take time to find their "legs" so to speak."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
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Review 16 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Restaurant in Vail !
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Outstanding from the wine list to the food to the great service !"
Dined on 02/28/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 17 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great New Steakhouse in Vail!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I met Chef Mike up on the Hill (Red Tail Camp) at Beaver Creek and the rest is history. This was my second visit to Flame this season. The Prime Rib was highly recommended and I was not disappointed. Wow; this is not your father's Prime Rib! It was the aging, the cut, and the preparation. Anyway, it was the best (and I am usually not a Prime Rib guy). You must try the Elk Corn Dogs as an appetizer!!! And, for dessert; the Bacon-Maple Donuts are required. I am just tipping the iceberg. So, if you want excellent service, great food, and nice ambiance after a Pow Pow Powder Day, look no further. Oh yeah, this place is located in the Four Seasons Vail. Validated Valet Parking is a nice touch."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 18 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Poor service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Server had a real attitude. Ignored us like we're peons; at those prices, we weren't peons. Chore to get salt and pepper, drinks, appetizers for party of four synchronized, and food served equally so it was hot and timely."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2008
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Review 19 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent restaurant! Fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent restaurant! Fantastic food!!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent.. try the Bison
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent.. try the Bison Ribeye.. very lean and tasty."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 21 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Very noisy-loud music. Steaks
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very noisy-loud music. Steaks were overpriced. Steaks were served warm, not hot. Our French/American waiter & the French wine we ordered were the highlights of the evening."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2009
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Review 22 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exellent Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant is pricey to be sure, but the food is excellent. There were five of us and we shared an order of bison pot stickers and taco trio for starters which were excellent. We all had the beef; filet and strip steak and the meat was cooked precisely to order. Our waiter advised us to avoid the rubs and stick with the sauces to compliment the meat. This was a great, because each of the sauces had a character of their own, and added so much to the experience. The meat comes with absolutely no sides, so the sides were ordered separately, and although they were good, they were not particularly generous.The dinner comes with a basket of buttery brioche rolls and pepper biscuits that were very good. Our service was OUTSTANDING."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2007
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Review 23 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Second year coming to Flame
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Second year coming to Flame since it was built. The food is outstanding. The wine list is thorough with some very good choices. Ana has always been our server and she is as attentive as it gets. We cancelled a reservation elsewhere to go to Flame an extra night during our six night stay."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a treat!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food, very attentive service. Even vegetarians will not be disappointed as the chef always offers an alternate selection for those who do not eat meat."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Have to try the maple glazed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Have to try the maple glazed donuts with candied bacon, it was unbelievable!"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Nice, expensive, good food, poor se
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nice restaurant in a very nice hotel. The food was interesting with a bit of a different twist. Heavy on the meat, but a nice selection of seafood. Portions very small, however. The only disappointing aspect was the service. Very slow to get our drinks to the table and the wine order was incorrect. The server then took my lime back to the kitchen and promised to bring it back but that took about ten minutes. She was rarely seen throughout our meal and although friendly and knowledgable, didn't make our meal very pleasurable."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 27 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Overpriced and bad service
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Steaks were overpriced and service was terrible. Twice they brought soup to the table without a spoon. The waiter discouraged us from ordering half the menu because he said it wasn't good. The waiter then brought our check before asking if we wanted dessert and we did want it. I don't think the quality if the experience was worth the price."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2010
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Review 28 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The service was very good.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service was very good. The food was plain, the portions were tiny and the sides were extra. We ordered salmon, scallops and trout which were all boring. The meal was definitely not worth the price."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 29 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fantastic service. Great food,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Fantastic service. Great food, even better wine."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First time at Flame. Our meals
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"First time at Flame. Our meals were very good and our waitress was outstanding."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 31 for Flame Restaurant
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Vail has much better restaurants
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food and service was absolutely horrible. When we voiced our concerns to the wait staff and manager at several times during the evening our requests went unanswered. Low points 1) The waiter, manager, nor the chef knew what part of the cow their $80 tomahawk steak was from, 2) The wedge salad looked like it was out of a bag with canned bacon bits thrown on top, 3) We asked 3 times for the assorted sauces that the restaurant serves as garnish but never received them, 4) The two steaks that were supposed to be carved table-side were cut in the kitchen out of sight, 5) The waitress didn’t mention the chocolate soufflé dessert until the end of the meal and then said it would take 30min. Again, none of our issues/requests were addressed."
Dined on 01/17/2013
2010
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Flame Restaurant
Based on the average of (44) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate