The Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Breckenridge
Fine Dining in a True Mountain Style and Taste
Breckenridge is a dream destination, not only for its wealth of snow-related activities but also for its exceptional dining options. While you're soaking up the beauty of the mountains, don’t miss out on the town's fine dining scene. In this blog, we've curated a list of our top four favorite restaurants that are sure to impress both your palate and your senses during your next stay in Breckenridge.
Hearthstone Restaurant
Looking for the quintessential Breckenridge fine dining experience? Look no further than Hearthstone Restaurant, located on South Ridge Street in the historic 125-year-old Kaiser home. This high-end eatery serves delicious contemporary and American cuisine straight from the mind of head chef Michael Halpin and offers incredible views to patrons while they eat. Fresh ingredients are essential to the success of this fine dining establishment, which sources only the best in naturally-raised beef and game, freshly-caught seafood, and delicious local Colorado produce and artisan cheeses.
On the menu, you’ll find stellar dishes like the oft-praised Lobster Raviolo appetizer, spiced with tarragon and accompanied by crispy shallots. Be sure to also try out the Blackberry Elk entree as well, which is coated in a tasty garlic granola crust, topped with marion blackberry demi-glace, and served with sides of spinach and ricotta pierogies and smoked bacon brussel sprouts. But no matter what dish you choose to sample for your Hearthstone adventure, it’s hard to go wrong with anything on the menu.
Next time you’re in Breck, stop in at Hearthstone Restaurant to find out why they were voted “The Best Restaurant in Breckenridge” by Summit Daily News.
Aurum Food and Wine
If you’re searching for innovative and creative cuisine, Aurum Food and Wine will be right up your alley, no matter whether you prefer to pick an entree for yourself or enjoy the options listed on their out-of-this-world seasonal tasting menu. Aurum can be found close to the heart of Breckenridge on South Ridge Street, located inside of a modern and cozy converted house with plenty of outdoor seating.
The cuisine at this eatery is bar none, offering exceptional contemporary American fare that changes with the seasons. Many of their delicious dishes are farm-to-table, giving you the opportunity to try out Colorado favorites like the tasty Rocky Mountain Trout, which is served with cilantro parmesan risotto and a curried butternut squash puree. Aurum’s wine and beer list is quite extensive, and reviewers often rave about their alcoholic beverage selection. The list also features a variety of wines from around the world, originating from such countries as France, Portugal, and Spain. Fans of scrumptious food and perfect wine pairings, be sure to take a trip to Aurum Food and Wine.
Ember
For a fine dining tasting menu that you’ll never forget, make your way to Ember, located on East Adams Avenue, just a half-block away from the hustle and bustle of Breck’s Main Street. Chef and owner Scotty Boshaw delights in coming up with fun and interesting dishes that “[flip] off hunger with birds of a different feather”, as they say on their site, and it shows in the creative, innovative, and artistic options on the menu.
For instance, the venison appetizer is one you wouldn’t expect, and this fabulous menu item is paired along with honey polenta tots, pumpkin hummus, and served with an apricot vindaloo sauce that’ll drive your taste buds wild. Reviewers also mention that that Lamb Rack entree, which comes with a kabocha squash puree and a chai mushroom coulis, is out of this world. Choose between the prix-fixe menu at a table or ordering a la cart from the bar area–you really can’t go wrong at Ember.
Blue River Bistro
Hoping to find some big-city dining while you’re in the mountains? Head over to Blue River Bistro, located in an upscale location just off of North Main Street. This eclectic eatery blends the best in both American cuisine with traditional Italian fare, leading to a menu full of fresh ingredients that shines brilliantly and impresses almost any patron. Best of all, Blue River Bistro is accommodating to those with strict diets and eating restrictions, making it welcoming to just about anyone in your party.
Check out some of the popular items on their roster, including the Steamed Bang’s Island Mussels, served with a coconut-lime-infused broth and a fresh baguette, or the Pan Roasted Gold Canyon Ranch Beef Tenderloin, which comes with a brown butter carrot puree and delicious roasted garlic mashed potatoes. The Paella is also a popular menu option, featuring andouille sausage, shrimp, mussels, and chicken thighs served in a smorgasbord of bomba saffron rice.
Breck is a Foodie’s Dream Destination
It might be surprising to learn that there’s so many options for fine-dining restaurants in the small mountain town of Breckenridge, but there’s a good reason that many foodies make the trip each and every year to visit some of their favorite eateries. Whether you decide to gorge on the Paella at Blue River Bistro or treat yourself to the Blackberry Elk entree at Hearthstone, it’s hard to ignore just how tasty Breck’s food scene can be.
For those looking for a bit more adventure while you’re in Breck, check out our blog on some of the coolest outdoor art and sculptures while you’re in town. Or, if your budget doesn’t quite allow for the full fine dining experience, take a look at some of the best casual dining options in Breck.