Taste of Telluride Summer 2014

Taste of

Telluride menu Guide

summer / fall 2014

including

program

SAVOR THE

UNPARALLELED CUISINE

WHATEVER YOUR PALATE MAY BE, our tailored menus will serve you. Select from one of three fine establishments and delight in some of the best cuisine in the West. Dine in style at our signature restaurant, the Chop House – world renowned for its dry aged USDA Black Angus. Chef Erich Owen creates our delicious fare using only organic free range fowl, non-threatened fish species and local ingredients. Pair a red or white from Telluride’s only nitrogen wine bar with a scrumptious meal for an unforgettable experience.

FAVORITES FROM BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER CLASSIC EGGS BENEDICT / 14 English Muffin, Canadian Bacon, Poached Eggs & Hollandaise Sauce. Served with Roasted New Potatoes HOUSEMADE WAFFLES / 12 Fresh Berries, Whipped Cream, Maple Syrup FRENCH ONION SOUP / 11 Carmelized Onion, Gruyére Cheese PAN SEARED PISTACHIO ENCRUSTED TROUT SALAD / 16 Warm Bacon, Sherry & Mustard Vinaigrette, Grilled Bread & Poached Egg CAESAR SALAD / 10 Parmigiano Reggiano, White Anchovy, Orange Zest & Crostini TEMPURA ROCK SHRIMP / 16 Shishito Peppers, Crispy Onions MAC & CHEESE / 9 Three Cheeses, Bacon Lardons PULLED PORK SANDWICH / 12 Hickory BBQ Sauce, Coleslaw, Red Onion, Toasted Fresh Baked Bun

CHOP HOUSE BURGER / 21 Toasted Fresh Baked Bun, Quick Pickles, Ancho Chili Ketchup, French Mustard & Cheese (Blue, Aged White Cheddar, Gruyère) LASAGNA / 22 Butternut Squash, Wild Mushrooms, Fried Spinach STEAMED PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND MUSSELS / 16 Grilled Baguette, Coconut Milk, Lemon Grass, Ginger & Thai Chili ROCKY MOUNTAIN ELK SHORTLOIN / 39 Duck Confit, Sweet Potato Hash, Quince, Wild Mushrooms, Red Wine Reduction ALASKAN HALIBUT / 31 Crab Risotto, Sweet Corn, Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes, English Pea Nage 30 DAY DRY AGED BISON RIBEYE / 54 14oz – Grass Fed “Prairie Harvest,” SD PRIME FILET MIGNON / 49 10oz – Corn Fed “Stock Yards,” Chicago Seasonal menu. Items and pricing subject to change.

THE NEW SHERIDAN HOTEL has shared in the rich history of Telluride, Colorado since 1891. Offering modern amenities paired with historic ambiance, the New Sheridan invites you to experience a new level of old world service.

ADDRESS: 231 West Colorado Ave., Telluride, CO 81435 TELEPHONE 1.800.200.1891 or 970.728.4351

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Telluride Welcome!

And a big thank you to our newest sponsor, the Telluride Wine Festival. You’ll find the program in the center of Taste, use it for a full calendar of events. If you missed the Wine Festival, check out the program and make your plans for next year!

Recently voted one of the “Best American Cities for Foodies” by Condé Nast readers, Telluride and Mountain Village have a wonderful collection of restaurants that make choosing one difficult at times – check out the al fresco dining article in the Visitor’s Guide for our great outdoor dining options. Nothing could be more fun than deciding on that perfect spot to sit, relax and taste the best that our fabulous restaurants have to offer.

Whether it’s on Main Street or a side street, on-mountain or off the plaza, there are restaurants offering an ideal array of cuisines, ambiance and affordability. We are very proud and feel fortunate to have the caliber of cuisine that we do here in the great San Juans.

What follows is a sample of our restaurant community here. They each look forward to exceeding your expectations.

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Allred’s Exquisite Contemporary American Cuisine Gondola Station St. Sophia 970. 728. 7474 allredsrestaurant.com Open at 5 pm daily We are committed to creating a worldclass food & beverage experience using the highest quality ingredients available.

cocktails

Smaller Plates

Mains

st. germain cocktail prosecco, elderflower liqueur, sparkling water

caesar salad potato croutons, caper-anchovy vinaigrette, grana padano cheese

bourbon marinated elk short loin sweet potato “hash”, shaved fennel & watercress salad, oregon huckleberry reduction

pins & needles jackalope gin, rosemary, fresh squeezed lemon juice, cucumber slices

organic green salad asparagus, radish, cucumber, avocado, toasted sunflower seeds, sherry-dijon vinaigrette

whiskey & ice local bourbon, seasonal ice cube

olathe corn soup pea foam, lobster, chives

spicy ginger jalapeno infused 100% blue agave tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, goslings ginger beer.

jumbo lump crab cake avocado-basil mousse, jicamaradish salad, petite cilantro

flatliner martini absolut vanilla vodka, kahlua, bailey’s & fresh espresso

mushroom & porcini soup california extra virgin olive oil, parsley, porcini emulsion

moscow mule absolut vodka, lime juice, ginger beer, dash of bitters

house smoked salmon rolls crème fraiche, frisée, arugula, chopped egg whites & yolks, pickled red onions, bagel crisp

earnest daiquiri ron zacapa centerio 23yr rum, luxardo maraschino liqueur, grapefruit juice, and lemon juice, dash of sugar

wagyu beef carpaccio hand torn ciabatta croutons, arugula, crispy croutons, grana padano cheese

Bar Menu heartland soybeans sea salt hand cut truffle fries sea salt, parsley, parmesan potato croutons truffle aioli, parmesan, parsley blasst sandwich bacon, lettuce, avocado, smoked salmon, tomato, served on toasted sourdough bread angus beef burger brioche bun, cheddar cheese, applewood smoked bacon, hand cut fries or salad

colorado rack of lamb and braised lamb duo sweet & sour stone fruit glazed lamb shoulder, smashed fingerling potatoes, fennel puree 8 ounce angus beef tenderloin twice baked potatoes, shaved brussels sprouts, pepper oil, cabernet reduction cider brined gold canyon pork chop artesian white grits, apple cider agrodolce, pork belly, pomegranate-pistachio natural colorado roasted chicken grilled asparagus, mashed yukon potatoes, chicken jus maple leaf duck breast lentilfoie gras ragout, confit duck, cointreau demi-glace, pork belly, frisée & orange supreme salad pan roasted halibut clam chowder broth, applewood smoked bacon, snow crab claws, shrimp, mussels, crispy leeks miso marinated black cod tamari-cilantro risotto, pickled heirloom radishes, ponzu beurre, petite cilantro

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The Alpinist & the Goat A Fondue Restaurant

Entrées Alpinist Fondue Blend of melted, European cheeses served with seasoned bread and apples for dipping Spanish Fondue Blend of warm Manchego and chorizo with seasoned bread and apples for dipping New World Fondue Blend of mild cheeses served with seasoned bread and apples for dipping

Raclette Warm cheese, scraped onto a dish of potatoes and greens with a charcuterie side

Desserts Hand Made Chocolate Bon-Bons or Chocolate Fondue all you can eat melted chocolate with fresh fruits and cakes

Beverages Sparkling water, Aranciata, Limonata Complete Wine List with selection of wines by the glass The Alpinists’ Cocktails

204 West Colorado, Telluride • 970. 728. 5524 Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday

the angler inn New American-Style

22332 Highway 145, Placerville 14 miles downvalley from Telluride 970. 728. 5580 Featuring seasonal + organic ingredients Outdoor seating + garden Lunch + Dinner 11:30 am - 9 pm Pizza and entrees after 5 pm Weekend Brunch Catering available

Snacks & Such Pork Bahn Mi Slider Korean BBQ, wasabi mayo, chuka salad, sweet roll / 8 Warm “Lobster Roll” Slider Butter poached lobster, lettuce, tarragon mayo, sweet roll / 13 Daily Street Tacos With shaved cabbage, pico de gallo, smoked jalapeno aioli Baja fish / 14 Roasted pork and chile / 12 Korean Lettuce Wraps Marinated steak or fried tofu, butter lettuce, pickled veggies, findini onion, cilantro / 9 Shells & Cheese Aged cheddar, fontina / 7 With truffle, bacon, chives / 9 With lobster / 13

Burgers & Sandwiches A-Merica Burger Lettuce, onion, tomato, pickle, cheese / 12 Wrangler Bacon, BBQ sauce, crispy onion, cheddar / 14 Alpine Lace Burger Swiss, mushrooms, truffle mayo / 13 Ba Ba Black Sheep Lamb, feta, arugula, grilled onions, sundried tomato mayo, chimichurri / 15 Falafel Burger Tzatziki, lettuce, cucumber, onion, tomato / 13 Turkey Club Smoked turkey, swiss, bacon, sourdough /12 Daily Sandwich Special Chef’s daily creation / 12

Entré´es Soup & Salads Soup of the Day Cup / 5 or Bowl / 8 House Salad Mixed greens, apples, parmesan, candied walnuts, house balsamic / 8 Roman Caesar Romaine, baby spinach, egg, croutons, romano, white anchovies, lemon zest / 9

Not Yo Mama’s Chicken Pot Pie Creamy braised chicken, carrots, celery, broccolli, crispy puff pastry with a side car salad / 21 Daily Butcher’s Block Chef’s daily beef, pork, or lamb dish / Mkt Hook, Line, and Sinker Chef’s daily fish dish / Mkt

Pizza Daily Pie Chef’s creation / 14 Balboa Italian sausage, ricotta, mozzarella, arugula, chile oil / 14 Margherita Cherry tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil / 12 Forager Roasted garlic, fresh herbs, mushrooms, arugula, four cheeseblend, truffle oil / 14 Pepperoni Marinara sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni / 12 Cheese / 10

Dessert / 9 Turtle Cheese Cake Chocolate Lava Cake S’more Sundae Homemade Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich Daily Selection of Sweets & Gourmet Ice Cream

Drinks Beer Microbrews and domestics; drafts and bottles Wine By the glass or bottle Cocktails Margaritas, mules, mojitos, Bloody Marys and more Espresso Bar, Chai & Tea

Kale Power Baby kale, quinoa, butternut squash, apples, haystack chevre, cider vinaigrette, toasted pumpkin seeds / 11

Pasta of the Day / Mkt

Kids Menu Handcut Fries / 6 Truffle, Chipotle or Boardwalk

Pizza, pasta, burgers, chicken fingers, fish, grilled cheese / 7+

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specialty drinks 6 dollars each Margarita Our El Jimador house marg or try strawberry, pomegranate, or cranberry Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Castillo rum, midori, sweet & sour, grenadine + soda Electric Ladyland Finlandia vodka, Bombay gin, strawberry lemonade Chocolate Thunder A White Russian with Hershey’s syrup Scurvy Mt. Gay rum, ginger ale with a splash of fresh squeezed lime juice L2 Our take on the classic Sea Breeze Yucca Grey Goose citron + homemade lemon & limeade ‘57 Chevy with Minnesota Plates Jack Daniels, amaretto + cranberry juice Transfusion Finlandia vodka, grape juice + ginger ale

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Soup & Salad

Sandwiches

Dressings: ranch, red eye ranch, bleu cheese, thousand, honey mustard, balsamic vinaigrette

Served with choice of french fries, tots, coleslaw or salad (+ 50¢)

Garden Salad With cukes, red peppers, tomatoes / 8.95

Burgers / 9.95 Please request lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle Choose cheese: Swiss, cheddar, pepper jack, bleu cheese / +1

Cornerhouse Salad With cukes, red peppers, tomatoes, bleu crumbles, egg, bacon and almonds / 10.95 Add ons: Grilled chicken, ham or turkey / +2 Salmon / +5

Grilled Cheese / 7.75 Add ons: Tomato, grilled onions, green chili, cream cheese, red peppers or guacamole / +75¢ each

Pork Green Chili / 6.95

Kids’ Menu Served with choice of french fries, tots, coleslaw or salad (+ 50¢)

Bacon, egg or green chilis / +1 each Ham or turkey / +2 each Grilled Chicken / 11.50

Hot Dog / 6.50 Cheese Burger Sliders / 7.95

Veggie Burger / 10.95 Fish Fillet / 9.95

Beef Tacos / 5.95

Patty Melt / 10.95

Cheese Quesadilla / 7.95

Salmon /11.95

Chicken Finger Basket / 7.50

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Cornerhouse

American Grille, Sports Bar 131 North Fir, Telluride 970. 728. 6207 Take out available Open daily 11:30 am to midnight

New To The Corner House

Cornerhouse Classics

nightly Specials

Served with choice of french fries, tots, coleslaw or salad (+ 50¢)

Served with choice of french fries, tots, coleslaw or salad (add .50¢)

Burger Night #2 & Trivia Night Monday Burger + fries / 6

Pork! Pork! Pork!

Our take on the classic Cuban.

Featuring ham, pulled pork and bacon / 11.95

Big Willy Turkey, guacamole, tomato and cheddar / 11.50 Reuben / 11.95

Eggplant Sandwich Homemade eggplant, tomato, basil and red pepper aioli on a bun / 11.95

Buffalo Chicken Finger Sliders / 9.95 Fish + Chips / 12.95

Lobster Roll Lobster salad on a buttered bun / 11.95

Appetizers Wings 6 / 5.95 10 / 9.95 20 / 18.95

Mexican

Homemade Potato Chips With French onion dip / 6.50

Pick your style: Tacos (2) / 7.95 or (3) / 9.95 Burritos / 10.95 Quesadilla / 9.95 Fish Tacos (2) / 8.95 or (3) /11.95

Basket O’ Fries or Tots / 5.95 Chili cheese on fries / +3.00

Pick your meat: Carne, Pollo, Pork Carnitas or Veggie

Taco Salad / 9.95 Nachos or Totchos / 9.95

Soft Pretzels 3 pretzels with green chili cream cheese & mustard / 6.95

Whiskey Wednesday Jack & Coke / 4 Jim Beam Shots / 3

Cheese Steak / 11.95 Chicken Finger Basket / 9.50

Cheese Curds / 6.95

Taco + Tequila Tuesday Beef tacos / 1 Fish tacos / 5 Margs / 4 Tequila shots / 3

Thursday is Ladies Day + Night and Wing Night Ladies drinks half off all day and night Dozen hot wings / 6 Friday Burger Night Burger and fries / 6 Specialty drinks / 4 Saturday + Sunday Football Special 1 slider, 6 wings and fries / 9.50 Finlandia bloody with PBR side car / 4 Milwaukee Mimosa, Red beers / 2

Menu subject to change

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caravan Middle Eastern Fare, Smoothies Downtown Telluride 123 East Colorado, Telluride 970. 728. 5611 CaravanTelluride.com Take out and catering available Call ahead for pick-up Open daily for lunch and dinner.

ORGANIC SMOOTHIES

ENTRéeS

SIDES

Tropical Pineapple, banana, mango, papaya, coconut milk / 5

Chicken Shish-Kebab Plate Za’atar seasoned free-range chicken, choice of 2 sides & pita bread / 13 A la carte sandwich / 10

Lentil Soup Cauliflower, roasted tomatoes & ginger / 4

Triple Berry Banana, raspberry, blueberry, strawberry, rice milk, apple / 5 Anti-Oxidant Smoothie Banana, strawberry, blueberry, raspberry, acai, goji berries, rice milk, pomegranate juice / 7 Whole Meal Fruit Banana, raspberry, pinapple, strawberry, blueberry, mango, apple, tahini, rice milk, quinoa and our vegan protein mix* / 7 Whole Meal Vegetable Kale, carrot, apple, banana, strawberry, blueberry, raspberry, rice milk, tahini, quinoa and our vegan protein mix*/ 7 *ground hemp, chia & flax seeds plus spirulina & hemp oil Coconut Water / 3

Beef Shish-Kebab Plate Tomato, garlic & thyme marinated steak, choice of 2 sides & pita bread / 14 A la carte sandwich / 11 Lamb Kofta Shish-Kebab Plate Colorado ground lamb, choice of 2 sides & pita bread / 14 A la carte sandwich / 11 Falafel Sandwich Plate Handmade seasoned garbanzo bean patties in pita bread with tahini or tzaziki sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, 2 sides / 12 A la carte sandwich / 7 Mezze Vegetarian Sampler Plate Choose five items from side dishes, with pita / 12

Caravan offers full-service catering for parties, large events, weddings and more. We have over 20 years of experience preparing many different types of cuisines with all kinds of dietary needs. Whether it’s a small dinner party or an 800-person event, we are happy to discuss all the details of your occasion.

Our meats are raised sustainably and many of our ingredients are either certified organic and are sourced locally.

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Falafels Deep fried garbanzo bean patties (5), fresh herbs & spices, tzaziki or tahini / 4 Hummus Pureed garbanzo beans, tahini, extra virgin olive oil & lemon with pita bread* / 4 Baba Ganouj Puree of roasted eggplant, tahini, lemon & garlic with pita bread* / 4 Tabouli Parsley salad with quinoa, tomato, lemon & olive oil / 4 Spanakopita Spinach pie with feta cheese in filo pastry** / 4 French Fries Made from local potatoes, aoli or ketchup / 4 Sherpherd’s Salad Organic greens with tomatoes, cucumbers, Kalamata olives & lemonred wine vinaigrette dressing with optional feta cheese small / 5 or large / 8 Baklava Organic almonds & walnuts layered in filo, sweetened with maple syrup, honey, rose & orange essence / 4 *Gluten free crackers available **All sides are vegan except Spanakopita

crazy elk pizza Pizza, Sandwiches, Salads Heritage Plaza, Mountain Village 970. 728. 7499 (PIZZA) Hours: 11:30 am - 8 pm Monday-Sunday Take & bake available Happy Hour: 2-7 pm Daily

Everyday Amazing Pizzas 12” & 16” 12” gluten-free crust available Cheese Mozzarella, provolone, tomato sauce /12 &16 Pepperoni Pepperoni, mozz, provolone, tom. sauce / 15 &19 Hawaiian Ham, pineapple, mozz, provolone, tom. sauce /16 & 20 Meat Lovers Pepperoni, bacon, sausage, ham, meatball, mozz, provolone, tom. sauce / 19 & 23 Supreme Pepperoni, sausage, shrooms, onions, b. olives, green peps, mozz, provolone, tom. sauce / 18 & 22 Chicken Supreme Chicken, sausage, mushrooms, onions, black olives, green peps, mozz, provolone, tom. sauce / 18 & 22 Vegetarian Green peps, black olives, onions, mushrooms, art. hearts, cherry toms, provolone, mozz, tom. sauce / 16 & 20 BBQ Chicken Chicken, onions, cheddar, mozz, provolone, BBQ sauce / 16 & 20 Spicy Italian Pepperoni, salami, capicola, sausage, jalapeno, fresh mozz, tomato sauce / 18& 22

Margherita Fresh mozz, fresh basil, roasted garlic, cherry toms, tomato sauce / 18 & 22

Heros

Super Crazy Pepperoni, elk sausage, Canadian bacon, sausage, onion, green peps, b. olives, mushrooms, sun-dried tomato, roasted garlic, mozz, provolone, tomato sauce / 20 & 24

Turkey Oven roasted turkey breast, bacon, avocado, garlic aioli, romaine, tomato, onion

Crazy Big Slices

Veggie Art. hearts, pesto sauce, fresh mozz, red onion, tomato, avocado

Cheese / 6 Pepperoni or supreme / 7

create your own 12 inch or 16 inch / 12 & 16 Add Meat or Veggie / +1, 2, 3

Salads Add grilled chicken / +4 House Spring mix, goat cheese, toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, balsamic vinaigrette / 10 Caesar Hearts of romaine, garlic croutons, shaved parmigiano reggiano, classic dressing / 11 Chef Hearts of romaine, ham, turkey, black olives, cherry toms, provolone, croutons, avocado, egg, red onion / 13

Sandwich / 10 Add chips and a drink / +3

Meatball Meatballs, mozzarella, provolone, tom sauce

Chicken Italiano Marinated chicken breast, provolone, parmesan, tomato sauce, basil The Telluride Italian Beef Roast beef, sautéed onions, peppers & mushrooms with provolone; served with Au Jus Italian Pepperoni, salami, capicola, provolone, peppercini, lettuce, tomato, red onion, Italian vin, garlic aioli

crazy bread Cheesy garlic / 8 Cinnamon sugar / 8

Happy Hour 2-7pm Daily Caprese Fresh mozzarella, tomato, avocado, fresh basil, avocado, olive oil /12 Side Greens Spring mix, croutons, dressing of choice / 4

PBR / 3 Craft or Microbrew / 3 Pitcher PBR and large cheese pizza / 20 Any Pitcher and large one-topping pizza / 25

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floradora saloon Healthy Creative Food 103 West Colorado, Telluride 970. 728. 8884 floradorasaloon.com Sat. & Sun. Brunch: 10 am - 2:30 pm Lunch: 11:30 am - 2:45 pm Dinner: 5:30 pm to close Bar Menu: 2:45 to 5:30 pm Take-out available

Menu Sampling Brunch Served with home-fried potatoes or grits Smoked Salmon Benedict Traditional Eggs Benedict Eggs Any Style with breakfast meat

Burgers

Soups & Salads

100% natural ground beef; lettuce, tomato, house made pickles, coleslaw; focaccini or gluten free bun (extra charge)

Butternut Squash Curry Roasted butternut squash, garlic onions, ginger, red curry, lemongrass, coconut milk (vegan)

Tavern Burger House pastrami, gruyere, coleslaw, caramelized onions, habanero 1000 island on ciabatta

Duck French Onion Duck confit, sweet onions, red onions, shallots, garlic, duck stock

Matty Burger Homemade jalapeño poppers and chipotle aioli

Beet Salad Chicken Waldorf Salad Duck Breast Salad

French Toast Gritty Bowls Anson Mill Heirloom Grits with a variety of toppings — shrimp, green chili, spicy bacon or vegetables The Trucker Two fried eggs, cheddar on a biscuit with bacon, ham or sausage smothered with sausage gravy Plus a variety of burgers, sandwiches and salads.

Good with a Floradora Mimosa or Horseradish Bloody Mary Family owned & operated establishment since 1974 • Daily food & drink specials • We use natural & organic ingredients when available • Gluten free and vegetarian options available • Larger groups welcome • Children’s menu available

BBB Burger Blackening spice, blue cheese and bacon

platters

Half sandwiches available with hand cut fries, soup or salad

BBQ Duck Tacos Soft shell tacos with sour cream, guac, mango salsa; served with beans & rice

The Boy House roasted turkey, bacon, basil, avocado, pepper jack, greens and chipotle aioli on ciabatta

8 oz. NY Strip All natural NY strip, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, demi glace

Homemade Pastrami Reuben Sauerkraut, swiss, 1000 island on rye

Fish Tacos Fried or blackened Alaskan cod, spicy coleslaw, pico de gallo, guacamole; served on flour or corn tortillas

Sandwiches

Grilled Ham & Cheese Tilamook sharp cheddar, muenster, ham, white bread; with basil tomato soup

Appetizers Pistachio-Crusted Baked Brie Jalapeño Poppers Duck Eggrolls with mango sweet chili sauce

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Red Curry Shrimp Lettuce Wrap

Desserts All served a la mode Homemade Apple Pie Chocolate Rum Cake Traditional Rum Cake

the grille at the rico hotel Locally Inspired Food For dinner reservations or catering call: 970. 967. 3000 124 S. Glasgow Ave, Rico, Colorado 24 miles south of Telluride on Hwy 145 info@ricohotel.com Dinner: Tuesday-Sunday 5-8:30pm Early Bird $15 Entrees: 5-6pm

The Grille at the Rico Hotel specializes in serving regional culinary cuisine. Chef Eamonn O’Hara’s use of local organic meats and produce gives The Grille’s cuisine a distinctively regional flavor.

Chef O’Hara has garnered a wide variety of attention as he was the former Executive Sous Chef at the world famous Hotel Bel-Air in Los Angeles, California where he had the privilege of working with Wolfgang Puck.

O’Hara also worked alongside Dean Fearing of “The Restaurant at the Mansion of Turtle Creek” fame.

The Grille at the Rico Hotel is a former miners’ lodge that now provides the perfect backdrop for weddings, meetings, reunions or any special occassion for those visiting Telluride, Colorado

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entrées

desserts

Avocado Portabella Spring Roll Ginger and soy dressing

Pan Roasted Wild Salmon Vegetable couscous, carrot curry broth

Grilled Angus Beef Filet Wild mushrooms, brandy-herb demi glace

Seriously Decadent Chocolate Cake Vanilla ice cream

Frozen Lemon Cheesecake Fresh berry compote, graham cracker cookie

Chocolate Pecan Pie Vanilla ice cream

Chocolate Crepes Sweet mascarpone, raspberry compote

Salmon Rillettes Grain toast, pickled quail egg, capers and crème fraiche

BBQ Duck Crepes Bing cherry sauce Crisp Crab Cake Asian slaw, chipotle

soups & salads Olathe Sweet Corn Bisque Shrimp, cilantro pesto Organic Mixed Greens Oranges, apple, bleu cheese, pecan, red wine vinaigrette

Hearts of Romaine Caesar dressing, avocado, tomato, bacon

Moroccan-Style Grilled Leg of Lamb Mint sauce, saffron risotto

Seafood Bouillabaisse Shrimp, sea scallops, crab, mussels, lobster tail, shell pasta, saffron lobster broth

Artichoke & Portabella Lasagna Tofu, tomato, ricotta

drinks Full Bar, Fine Wines, Beer

Kids and vegetarian options available.

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First Course Crabmeat and Lemongrass Risotto with edamame and mint Seared Foie Gras maple parsnip lentils, cranberry gastrique Teriyaki Glazed Hamachi Collar parsley. carrot ginger salad Organic Scottish Salmon Crispy Tacos guacamole, capers, orange soy “Hot and Cold” Shrimp Endive crispy shrimp, beet aioli, avocado and heirloom tomato salad

Charcuterie Plate chicken liver mousse, country pate, rillettes of duck, toast points Creamy French Onion Soup crispy cave aged Gruyere cheese Fresh Goat Cheese Roasted Beet & Walnut Tart crispy bacon, carrot ginger sauce Roasted Beet Salad crispy goat cheese wontons, olive oil, balsamic vinegar Butternut Squash and Tomatillo Soup toasted pine nuts, duck confit

Caramelized Eel layered with pork belly, sea urchin

Ahi Tuna Carpaccio avocado, soy ginger and orange vinaigrette

Seared Sweet Breads and New Bedford Scallops celery and honey crisp apple salad, cucumber yogurt sauce

desserts

“Raw Salad” julienne of beets, honey crisp apples, Roquefort and candied balsamic walnuts Red Curry and Poblano Pepper Chowder mussels, potatoes, bacon, celery Roast Quail Stuffed with Mushroom Risotto juniper berry sauce

Welcome to La Marmotte...

For 25 years La Marmotte has provided elegant bistro fare in one of Telluride’s oldest buildings, the historic Ice House.

This 125-year-old building provides a charming rustic setting with large sunny patios, a private 12-person dining room and separate bar. We can accommodate groups up to 68 people in the main dining room and 125 outside on covered patio.

We offer catering and personal chef services.

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Gratin of Mussels with ham and potatoes

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Vanilla Crème Brulee Grand Marnier Tuile

Orange-Vanilla Panna Cotta Citrus Florentine, lemon curd Chocolate Pudding Kahlua chantilly Lemon Cheesecake berry reduction Molten Chocolate Cake mint chocolate chip ice cream Menu items subject to change

LA marmotte French American

150 West San Juan, Telluride 970. 728. 6232 lamarmotte.com Dinner starting at 5:30 pm Reservations recommended Catering & personal chef services available Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence Zagat Rated

Second Course Bee Pollen Dusted Venison Loin honey crisp apple butter, roasted parsnips, rainbow swiss chard Rainbow Springs Local Trout baked lemon, smoked trout broth, tourne of turmeric potatoes, tarragon oil Alaskan Halibut Confit baked stuffed little neck clams, grilled bok choy, seared cauliflower, shellfish emulsion Roasted Colorado Lamb Sirloin mint pesto and white beans, merbuez sausage, salsa verde Grilled Dry Aged NY Striploin gratin of potatoes and leeks, chanterelle mushroom sauce, Roquefort “Pop Over”

Wild King Salmon Wrapped in Leeks cauliflower gratin, warm pistou Herbs De Provence Spice Rubbed Organic Chicken celery root mashed potatoes, charred brussel sprouts, jus de rotie Jordon Almond Dusted Duck Breast fennel and olive tapenade, turnip and citrus puree, vanilla duck jus Coq au Vin Red Wine Braised Chicken bacon mashed potatoes, melted red cabbage, chipolini onion Porcini & Beef Braised Short Ribs roasted delicota squash stuffed with local heirloom tomatoes, brie cheese, rosemary polenta

wines Our wines have been carefully selected for their distinction; we seek balance, finesse, and a vivid personality.

The emphasis changes seasonally, to complement our nouveau french cuisine, and we challenge ourselves to discover examples of such unique expression on a global level.

La Marmotte properly stores all wine in a controlled environment and serves it with love...salut!

Chef / Owner Mark Reggiannini Chef Reggiannini’s philosophy on food is simplicity. After graduation from Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York in 1997 he moved to New York City and worked under some of the cities most respected chefs. Before moving to Telluride in 2003, Chef Reggiannini was Sous Chef at Jean Georges Vongerichten’s Mercer Kitchen.

Chef Reggiannini works closely with local organic farmers and ranchers. He takes these ingredients and combines them with classical French techniques to create his cuisine. Reggiannini is celebrating his tenth year as owner of La Marmotte.

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little bar

at lumière hotel Sushi, Tapas, Signature Cocktails 118 Lost Creek Lane, Mountain Village 970. 369. 0400 lumieretelluride.com Open 3 to 8 pm daily Outdoor patio with soaking pools and hot tub

Sample Menu Hummus House made with Naan bread Marinated shrimp salad Colorado greens, feta cheese, roasted bell peppers, toasty pine nuts, soy balsamic dressing & a green onion foam House smoked salmon salad Red onions, warm bacon vinaigrette, cherry tomatoes Lumière roll inside: red sea crab, cucumbers jalapenos, scallions; outside: Walu, avocado, spicy Mayo, toasted coconut

Lamb sliders Colorado lamb, mint & feta pesto aioli, roasted tomatoes and greens

Signature roll inside: tuna, jalapeno, asparagus, ginger outside: avocado

Buffalo sliders 100% grass fed Buffalo meat, horseradish cream & lemoned field greens

oak Beer, Bourbon & BBQ At the Oak Street Gondola Plaza 250 West San Juan Avenue, Telluride 970. 728. 3985 oaktelluride.com Take out & catering available Open everyday 11 am-10 pm Friend us on Facebook!

BBQ

sides

other stuff

Pork Ribs Full rack with 2 sides Half rack with 1 side

Fried Okra

Gumbo

Red Beans & Rice

Mac & Cheese + bacon

Chicken Whole with 2 sides Half with 2 sides Quarter with 1 side Fried chicken & mashers Chicken-fried steak & mashers

Creamy Cole Slaw

sandwiches Served with one side Cheeseburger

Steamed Broccoli

desserts served with ice cream

Potato Salad

Brownies

Succotash

Peach Cobbler

Sweet Potato Fries

Bread Pudding

Seasoned Steak Fries

Pecan Pie

Black Beans & Spinach

Floats

Snap Pea & Feta Side Salad

kids’ menu

salads

Grilled Cheese Chicken Nuggets

Carolina-Pulled Pork

Add grilled chicken or grilled salmon to any salad

Cheese Steak

Oak Chopped Salad

Pulled Chicken

Caesar Salad

Grilled Chicken

Avocado & Pepper with Roasted tomato dressing on mixed greens

Hickory-Smoked Brisket

Grilled Cheese, bacon, chiles PO Boy of the Day

veggie items Veggie Plate + 3 sides Potato Black Bean Saute Ziti Pasta & Black Beans Swinger Roasted roma tomatoes, grilled eggplant, fresh peppers, snap peas in a basil vinaigrette over fresh pasta with cheese

Snap Peas & Feta with basil vinaigrette on mixed greens

Grilled Chicken Mac & Cheese Pasta with butter & cheese Quesadilla Slider Burger Slider Cheeseburger

drinks appetizers

Full Bar

Chips & Salsa

Beer

Smoked Wings

Bourbon

Artichoke Dip

Sweet Tea

Ceviche

Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite

3 Sliders & Fries 1 burger, 1 pulled pork, 1 chicken

Ginger Ale

Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato Wrap with chimichurri mayo

Lemonade Menu subject to change

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siam’s talay grille

Contemporary Asian Tapas & Seafood Sunset Plaza, Inn at Lost Creek Mountain Village 970. 728. 6293 Open for dinner nightly 5-9 pm Seven days a week Service, authentic seasonings, and fresh ingredients coalesce creating an Asian seafood and tapas experience.

Steamed Buns

asian tapas

High Wire Ranch Elk Grilled Colorado elk, house made Hoisin sauce, cucumber, scallion

Siam’s Famous Hand Rolls & Lettuce Wraps

entrées Pork Belly Braised pork belly, house made Hoisin sauce, cucumber, scallion Alaskan King Crab Butter poached Alaskan king crab, sherry, house made Hoisin sauce, cucumber, scallion

Soup & Salad Tom Kha Coconut milk, button mushrooms, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaf, scallions Bangkok Chowder Thai-style chowder, white Gulf shrimp, fresh fish, Thai basil Thai Wedge Iceberg lettuce, Siam’s peanut vinaigrette, carrot, red onion, toasted peanuts Yum Mango Curry BBQ shrimp, spinach, red cabbage, Thai basil, cilantro, mango vinaigrette, cucumber, toasted cashews, fresh mango Yum Elk Grilled High Wire Ranch elk medallions, mixed baby greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, scallion, chili dressing

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Gulf Caught Red Snapper Baby kale sprouts, red curry potatoes, cilantro yuzu pesto Pork Tenderloin Brined pork tenderloin, baby bok choy, sesame crusted pork belly rice cakes, miso mustard sauce Kabacha Squash Ravioli Roasted Kabacha squash, wonton wrapper, sugar snap peas, pickled shiitake, crispy shiitake, nori powder, brown butter ponzu Miso Marinated Duck Breast Miso almond butter, fried sushi rice, fennel, carrot, orange salad, carrot vinaigrette Goa Vindaloo Vindaloo marinated natural Red Bird chicken breast, baby carrots, brown jasmine rice

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house specialty Fresh Fish Grille Featuring seasonally fresh fish Sauces

Miso Mustard Sweet miso, chili garlic sauce, chinese mustard Wasabi Pepper Wasabi, dashi, sweet soy sauce, gluten free soy sauce Red Curry Tomato Broth Tomato water, red curry, lemongrass, sherry, white wine, kafir lime leaf Thailandaise Thai hollandaise, lime juice, coconut milk Sides

Yellow Curry Portobello Thin sliced portobello mushrooms, yellow curry sauce Grilled Asparagus Thailandaise Sauce Frangelico Smashed Parsnips Coconut milk, butter, Frangelico

tomboy tavern

Colorado Comfort Food

Heritage Plaza, Mountain Village 970. 728. 7467 tomboytavern.com Open 11:30 am to close Featuring 18 craft beers on tap, a wraparound bar, patio seating and big screen televisions, Tomboy Tavern is Telluride’s favorite gathering place for lunch or dinner.

STARTERS

TOMBOY CLASSICS

MAINS

Pan Seared Edamame Roasted garlic, peanuts, togarashi salt, Thai chilis

Tomboy Mine Wings House made prickly pear buffalo and Maytag blue cheese sauces

Telluride Burger NY black waxed aged cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, brioche bun

Tomboy Burger Bacon, avocado, jack cheese, roasted poblano pepper, onion, lettuce, tomato

Chicken Pot Pie Mushroom Béchamel loaded with fire-roasted chicken, carrots, celery, peas, onions

French Dip Shaved ribeye, caramelized onions, provolone, French onion jus, hoagie roll

Dry-Rubbed Flat Iron Steak Grilled to perfection with our secret blend of spices

The Veggie Burger Quinoa, black beans, garbanzo beans, roasted tomatoes, goat cheese, fresh basil

DESSERTS

Truffle Fries Tossed with truffle oil, parmesan cheese, parsley, rosemary & thyme

Grilled Shrimp Tacos Tomatillo-cilantro slaw, pico de gallo, avocado

SALADS Caesar Salad House-made Caesar dressing, grilled croutons, roasted tomatoes & shaved parmesan

Baby Kale & Quinoa Salad Shaved almonds, grapes, black beans, chickpeas, tomato, parmesan, red wine vinaigrette Chopped Salad Romaine, black beans, corn, tomato, jack cheese, tortilla strips, jicama, scallions & ranch dressing

Pork Schnitzel Sandwich Stone-ground mustard slaw, apple red onion relish, pickles, pretzel bun, jack cheese Chicken Club Chicken breast, smoked bacon, Swiss cheese, avocado, maple mayo, ciabatta

house specialty

Telluride Burger & Seasoned Truffle Fries NY black waxed aged cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle served on a brioche bun.

Colorado Rainbow Trout Pepita crusted & pan-roasted, yam crisps, rice pilaf, smoked paprika oil, brown butter vinaigrette Buffalo Meatloaf Fresh ground Colorado bison, wild mushroom gravy, tobacco onions Half Roasted Chicken Served with lemon-thyme jus

New York Cheese Cake Raspberry sauce Chocolate Lava Cake Vanilla ice cream

Apple Cobbler Vanilla ice cream

drinks Beer 18 craft beers on tap Tomboy Specialty Cocktails Dim Lights, Thick Smoke Before I Met You Georgia Buck Take Me on a Lifeboat Wine by the bottle or glass

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We offer a vibrant menu of Mediterranean foods from Spain, Italy & France as well as American and creative classics.

We are dedicated in our support of local and organic foods when possible.

tapas menu served 4 pm to close Potato Tortilla Olives Jamon Serrano

lunch sandwiches

Lunch Salads

Reuben corned beef on rye, sauerkraut, swiss, russian dressing, served grilled or cold

Add grilled chicken breast or pan seared salmon to any salad

Grilled Chicken Breast french tarragon mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato Tuna Salad celery, onions, grapes, thyme, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato Blackened Salmon mixed greens, tomato, cajun spice remoulade

BLT sun dried tomato mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato Crispy Tempeh (vegan) roasted peppers, garlic, lemon, dijon mustard, lettuce, tomato Village Table Hamburger lettuce, tomato, onion Cheeseburger swiss, provolone, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion Turkey Panini pesto, provolone, tomato

Meatballs

Caesar romaine lettuce, anchovies, parmigiano reggiano, croutons, creamy homemade caesar dressing

Spanish Marcona Almonds

Nicoise mixed greens, tuna, olives, tomatoes, green beans, new potatoes, hard boiled egg, sherry wine vinaigrette

Popcorn Shrimp

Mediterranean Salad Grilled Cubano roast bbq pork, ham, swiss, pickles, yellow mustard

Chorizo

Patatas Bravas Salt Cod Croquetas Roasted Peppers

Roast Quail Salad Baby Back Ribs Salmon Napolean Grilled Artichoke Hearts

Belgium Endive

Boquerones

Warm Goat Cheese

Three Spanish Cheese Assorted Tapas Plates

Beverages Full Bar 100-bottle wine list Specialty Cocktails Sangria Telluride Brewing Co. on-tap Blue Sky Soda Iced Tea, Lemonade Pellegrino Aranciata Limonata Sodas Pellegrino, Fiji water Hot Tea , Coffee Specialty Coffee drinks

Flan Chocolate Bread Pudding

KIDS’ MENU Hamburger & french fries Buttered Noodles Pasta, marinara, meatballs Grilled Cheese & french fries PBJ sandwich

the village table

Creative Mediterranean & American 618 Mountain Village Blvd.

Centrum Building, Mountain Village Next to the Conference Center 970. 728. 1117 thevillagetablerestaurant.com Lunch 11:30-4; Tapas 4 pm to close; Dinner 5 pm to close Reservations recommended

dinner Salads Add grilled chicken breast or pan seared salmon to any salad Caesar, romaine lettuce, anchovies, parmigiano reggiano, croutons, creamy homemade caesar dressing House, mixed greens, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, dressing Nicoise, mixed greens, tuna, olives, tomatoes, green beans, new potatoes, hard boiled egg, sherry wine vinaigrette Mediterranean, mixed greens, olives, manchego cheese, tomatoes, cucumbers, marcona almonds, dried apricots, balsamic vinaigrette Belgium Endive, cabrales blue cheese, radishes, candied walnuts, apples, sherry wine vinaigrette Warm Goat Cheese, mixed greens with warm rosemary goat cheese, tomatoes, roasted bell peppers, pickled red onions, marcona almonds, dried figs, balsamic vinaigrette Soup of the Day Sides Jasmine Rice, Pearl Cous-Cous Steak Fries, Hominy Grits Potato Rosti

Entrées Vegetable Torre sauteed spinach, oyster mushrooms, zuchini squash, eggplant, pearl cous-cous Red Trout green beans, hominy grits, white wine, capers, lemon Pan Seared Salmon cucumber, cracked coriander, jasmine rice and tamarind beurre blanc Organic Roasted Chicken herbes de provence, patatas bravas, seasonal vegetables, spicy harrissa Perciatelli Pasta Cote d’azur sautéed shrimp, garlic, shallots, fines herbs, olives tomatoes, orange zest, white wine Grilled Filet Mignon Steak telicherry cracked pepper, oven roasted tomato, potato rostii and romesco sauce The Village Table Hamburger lettuce, tomato, onion, choice of cheese, pickle spear and steak fries Vegetarian Paella saffron calaspara rice, roasted bell peppers, artichoke hearts, peas, vegetable sofrito

Traditional Paella saffron calaspara rice, mussels, chicken, shrimp, fish, vegetable sofrito Seared Duck Breast and duck leg confit, vegetable pave, Paonia cherry vers jus Slow Braised Lamb Shank maharajah curry, apples, soltana raisins, mint, jasmine rice Desserts Cookies, chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, peanut butter Warm Chocolate Bread Pudding, bourbon sauce Nina’s Flan, orange infused caramel custard Tarte Tartin French upside down caramelized apple pie Organic Ice Cream from la Cocina de Luz *Some dishes can be made vegan or gluten free upon request.

Reservations are recommended, visit our website villagetable.com or opentable.com.

Please inquire about on and off premise catering

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