Sweet Basil
American Restaurant$$$$
Vail
Ranked #2 for American restaurants in Vail
"Must try the shrimp and grits it is amazing!"(5 Tips)
"Rotisserie Chicken and Biscuits also great!"(4 Tips)
"falling-off-the-bone pork shank and tender flank steak"(2 Tips)
"The bruschetta app plate is worth a try"(3 Tips)
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Lili LiaskasSeptember 29, 2017By far the best restaurants in town! Every dish was delicious. Started with Frito Misto & Wedge Salad, then Rotisserie Chicken for my main with the Brussels sprouts as a side. Everything was amazing!
JacquesMarch 14, 2018Every item on the menu is great here. Wine pairings are spot on as well. Management is exemplary and it shows that they care about their clientele. There’s a reason they’re celebrating their 40th year
Elyse EstradaJanuary 24, 2017Get the steak, it's very good. The salmon (pictured) is also great mainly because of the sweet potatoes & sriracha. Def leave room for the gingerbread cake or take it to go, you'll want it later.
- Tiffany SJanuary 18, 2015A carnivore's dream: falling-off-the-bone pork shank and tender flank steak, but the veggies (try the baby kale salad and the Brussels side) are equally delicious!
This is by far the best restaurant in the Vail Valley. I've never had a bad experience or meal. The menu changes somewhat regularly so it is hard to make suggestions about what to order. Enjoy!
Selma WeisbeinSeptember 5, 2013Salads were amazing ! Green and Caesar. Halibut was huge delicious portion. My friend had steak and butternut soup and he lived it .
Todd WhiteOctober 7, 2014Amazing meal. Get the animal crackers. They were amazing. Great selection of amazing craft beer. Good wine list. Of and the lamb was amazing too.- Drew FreyAugust 17, 2013Get close with one of the booths facing the kitchen or ask for a table overlooking the Gore Creek if you're into that. Order the shrimp and grits with Creole butter and pancetta.
- Montana MarzarioMarch 30, 2017All the food here is so good! Must try the shrimp and grits it is amazing! If you like oysters try the oyster shot it is very good!
- Vitamin YiAugust 12, 2014Great place for comfort food and a great selection of craft beer. The bruschetta app plate is worth a try
Kevin LillyJanuary 26, 2015Striped Bass and fried oysters were amazing.. As well as the Brussel sprouts and the ricotta app
Janine ScottJanuary 23, 2018Crab bisque, sweetbreads, and cocktails were all delicious! Definitely would visit again.
David DrewekJuly 25, 2013If it is still available when you visit, do not pass up the Salted Caramel Chocolate Cake Ice Cream made by the pastry chef, Amy. There is nothing like it in the world.
Lisa StrylowskiAugust 26, 2013The best meal I've had in Vail! Great service too. The shrimp and grits were phenomenal and the beets & fennel were fantastic.
Melissa ReinJuly 6, 2013Loved this place. Went back 2x in our week long trip. Easily one of best restaurants in Vail. Crab & shrimp salad is amazing!
Zack PopeApril 29, 2019The Oxtail Ragu is amazing. I am not one to normally get pasta, however I am so glad I tried this.
Rachel KaplowitzJanuary 28, 2013Everything is excellent! Don't miss the maple cheesecake and the Odells Mountain Standard (double IPA) on tap.
Carol CecilNovember 24, 2014The Spring Mix Salad is a good portion and very flavorful - love the toasted pumpkin seeds!
The king salmon. And I don't eat salmon. Simply amazing.
Laura Daughtry 🧘🏼♀️August 10, 2021Ask for Sean as your waiter! I turned down desert; but after I paid my bill he told me he had “something sweet” headed my way, because he couldn’t have let me leave without a treat. 🥰
Andrew CurtisFebruary 11, 2013Unreal proteins and a killer drink menu. Underrated as a top spot in vail
El DoostyDecember 16, 2016Being able to tip the kitchen a round of drinks...although I never saw them drink
Tom MalloySeptember 7, 2015Food was excellent but our server left a lot to be desired. We were seated in a booth back by the bar which was extremely noisy and the bartenders were the nosiest of all.
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Sweet Basil is a creative American restaurant dishing up seasonal items located in the heart of Vail Village for over 40 years.
Closed until 11:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM
- 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
(970) 476-0125
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Dining Options
Bar Service, Take-out
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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