Ridge + River

4.1 (75)

$31 to $50

American

595 Vail Valley Dr, Vail, CO 81657-4558

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Ridge + River

4.1

$31 to $50

American

Vail

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for groups

At the heart of Manor Vail Lodge, Ridge + River Mountainside Kitchen offers locals and travelers alike a warm and welcoming culinary experience featuring elevated dining spaces and an abundance of regionally sourced ingredients from nearby mountains and rivers.

Featuring an imaginative menu, sophisticated spirits, and a range of Colorado brews and wines, Ridge + River invites guests to enjoy the restaurant's greatest amenity — a table at the base of Vail Mountain with uninterrupted views of the famous slopes. Whether it's having dinner beside the signature stone fireplace, taking in the fresh mountain air on the outdoor patio that overlooks the pool or entertaining a party in the intimate private dining room, everyone feels at home at this one-of-a-kind social gathering spot. Ridge + River serves as a truly unique event venue, creating a memorable backdrop for weddings, meetings, and private events.

Please call for parties of 7 or larger- 970-476-4959

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Wed–Sun 17:30–20:45
Phone number
(970) 343-6111
Website
http://www.RidgeAndRiverVail.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
595 Vail Valley Dr, Vail, CO 81657-4558
Area
Vail
Parking Details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Thanksgiving Day Buffet at Ridge+River
USD 50.00 - USD 75.00 per person
1 - 16 people
26 Nov 2026 only
Join us this Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26, for a special Buffet Style Dinner at Ridge + River, located at Manor Vail Lodge in Vail, Colorado. Gather with family and friends and savor a Colorado-inspired Thanksgiving menu featuring seasonal favorites, local flavors, and festive touches—all served against the beautiful backdrop of the mountains. Three Seatings Available: 3:00 PM 5:00 PM 7:00 PM Pricing: Adults: $75++ Children 12 & under: $50++ Children under 3: Eat Free Optional Wine Pairing: $55 per guest Enhance your Thanksgiving experience with a thoughtfully curated wine pairing selected to complement each course. Celebrate the holiday with delicious food, warm hospitality, and stunning mountain views at Manor Vail Lodge. Reservations: Call 970.476.4959 or reserve through OpenTable at www.OpenTable.com.
Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Dinner @ Ridge+River
USD 70.00 - USD 150.00 per person
1 - 16 people
24 Dec 2026 - 25 Dec 2026
Celebrate the holidays in the heart of Vail with a festive 4-course prix fixe holiday menu at The Fitz and Ridge + River and inside Manor Vail Lodge. Dine fireside and enjoy stunning mountain views as our culinary team presents a seasonal menu crafted to capture the spirit of Christmas. Dates & Time: Christmas Eve (December 24) & Christmas Day (December 25) | 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Seatings Pricing: $150++ per adult | $70++ children 12 & under | kids under 3 free Optional Wine Pairing: $70 per guest Gather with family and friends for an unforgettable holiday dining experience filled with warm hospitality, festive flavors, and the charm of the mountains. Celebrate the Holidays with Mountain Views & Festive Flavors.
New Years Eve Dinner - 4 Course Prix Fixe
USD 100.00 - USD 175.00 per person
1 - 16 people
31 Dec 2026 only
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Ridge + River Celebrate the arrival of 2026 with an unforgettable dining experience at Ridge + River. Indulge in a four-course prix fixe menu thoughtfully crafted by our culinary team, featuring an array of elevated selections tailored to your palate and dietary preferences. $175++ per adult | $100 per child (12 & under) Optional four-course wine pairing available for $80. Reserve your table today and welcome the New Year with elegance and celebration at Manor Vail Lodge.

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Warm Farro SaladUSD 18.00
Roasted root vegetables, kale, chèvre, cider vinaigrette
Shaved Brussel Sprout SaladUSD 17.00
Parmesan, dried cranberries, warm bacon vinaigrette
Winter Kale SaladUSD 18.00
Tuscan kale, shaved fennel, roasted delicata squash, candied pecans, Palisade apples, and Haystack Mountain chèvre, tossed in maple-cider vinaigrette
Potato Leek SoupUSD 13.00
Yukon gold potatoes, caramelized leeks, roasted garlic, thyme, creme fraiche, chive oil

Shareables

Duck Confit CroquetteUSD 20.00
Duck confit, foie gras, red wine poached pears, celery root puree, pomegranate seeds, wilted chard, sherry anise demi glace
Bison Tartare*USD 23.00
Cured Egg Yolk, Mustard Aioli, Grilled sourdough
Elk Sausage FlatbreadUSD 19.00
Colorado elk, wild mushrooms, fontina, arugula, caramelized onions

Mains

Lemon Ricotta CavatelliUSD 39.00
Handmade lemon ricotta cavatelli pasta, mushroom ragout, parmesan, truffle cream
Colorado Trout*USD 36.00
Grilled asparagus, caramelized fingerling potatoes, lemon confit, lemon butter sauce
Bison Short RibUSD 47.00
Red wine braise, truffle mashed potatoes, braised winter greens
Steak & Frites*USD 40.00
12oz Angus NY Strip, French Fries, Roasted Broccolini, Peppercorn Cream Sauce
Pork Tenderloin*USD 45.00
Apple cider glaze, sweet potato purée, roasted Brussels

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Ridge + River.

4.1

(75)

4.2Food
4.2Service
4.1Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

75 Reviews

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Mari Jo
San Francisco Bay Area13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 June 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Bravo Vail grazing is a perfect concept the setting food service were amazing . Loved the unusual drinks. Highly recommend this experience
Ridge + RiverResponded on 10 July 2026
Mari Jo, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review, we are thrilled you enjoyed the Overture Experience, and look forward to hosting you again. Well wishes, Garrett Cosgrove Director F&B
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Robert
Denver / Colorado26 reviews
2.0
Dined on 4 April 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Where I begin ? With a female Maitre d that doesn’t know how to seat parties efficiently and in an organized manner. Or a flavorless salad. But I guess I should highlight a risotto served cold BUT in hot bowls - Twice! And BTW undercooked ! Incredible. Doesn’t a Chef taste his product ? And, only 2 wait staff to service a full room of diners. An overall expensive, utterly forgettable experince never to be repeated.
Ridge + RiverResponded on 4 April 2026
Good afternoon Robert, We sincerely apologize for the issues you encountered—from the seating experience to the execution of your meal. There is no excuse for dishes being served below standard, and your comments regarding the risotto and food quality have been addressed directly with our culinary team. Additionally, we regret the impact that staffing levels had on your experience. Yesterday presented an unexpected challenge with team callouts, which negatively affected service. While this is not an excuse, it is the reality, and for that I am truly sorry. If you’re open to it, I would like to personally invite you and a guest back for dinner on us so we can provide the experience you should have had the first time. Sincerely, Garrett Cosgrove Director of Food & Beverage
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Ashlee Gold
Southwest Florida3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was absolutely phenomenal!! service was wonderful. All around it’s an amazing dining experience.
Ridge + RiverResponded on 22 March 2026
Ashlee, Thank you so much for your wonderful review of Ridge + River. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. It means a great deal to our team, and we are thrilled to know you enjoyed your visit. We look forward to hosting you again soon. Sincerely, Garrett Cosgrove Director of Food & Beverage
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Beth Gold
Denver / Colorado75 reviews
4.0
Dined on 9 March 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We went for the prime rib special. Good price however.... It was overdone and half fat. Loved the wine and the ambiance!
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Joseph Gold
Fort Lauderdale44 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 February 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great Food A lil strange in that the reception is beyond the seen dining room Great dining room
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Mari Jo
San Francisco Bay Area13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 January 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thoroughly enjoyed the john le conte lecture in the dining room great space wonderful food & service
Ridge + RiverResponded on 21 January 2026
Good afternoon Mari Jo, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a great review. We are thrilled you enjoy your dining experience at Ridge + River. The Lord Gore Flashback dinner was a very informative and unique dining experience indeed, it was a pleasure serving you and your husband, and we hope to see you soon. warm regards, Garrett Cosgrove Director of F&B Manor Vail Lodge
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Steve
Chicago / Illinois1 review
3.0
Dined on 31 December 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Surface was uneven. Server was very friendly, but got several orders wrong and one person’s salad was served minutes before his entrée although other salads were served soon after ordering. Food was good, not great. Very pretty room, although curiously empty for the over two hours, we were there.
Ridge + RiverResponded on 31 December 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re glad to hear you found our server friendly and enjoyed the atmosphere of the room, but we’re truly sorry that several aspects of your visit fell short of expectations. Accuracy and timing are extremely important to us, and we regret the order errors and the uneven pacing of your meal—especially the salad arriving well ahead of the entrée. We’re also disappointed that the food didn’t fully meet your expectations, as we strive to deliver consistently excellent dishes. Your feedback has been shared with our service and kitchen teams so we can address these issues and improve. We appreciate your honesty and hope you’ll consider giving us another opportunity to provide the experience we aim to deliver at Ridge + River.
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Lynne Gold
Tampa / Central Florida West14 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 December 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Average dining experience. Waitress was very good.
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FredelR
Mexico City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 December 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Muy riquísima la comida, sólo que estaba un poco vacío, pero también me gustó muchísimo el precio
Ridge + RiverResponded on 22 December 2025
Muchas gracias. Agradecemos sus comentarios, ya que trabajamos constantemente para mejorar la experiencia. Esperamos tener el placer de darle la bienvenida de nuevo muy pronto.
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Ginger
Los Angeles25 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 August 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Terrific food, good service and lovely setting. It’s a bit off the beaten track in Vail but worth it. On the higher side price wise but it’s vail.
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Wed–Sun 17:30–20:45
Phone number
(970) 343-6111
Website
http://www.RidgeAndRiverVail.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
595 Vail Valley Dr, Vail, CO 81657-4558
Area
Vail
Parking Details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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FAQs

Guests describe Ridge + River’s plates as generous and shareable, one reviewer specifically calls the portions “big and great for sharing.”

Yes, Ridge + River is well suited to a special evening, with dinner beside the signature stone fireplace, uninterrupted mountain views, and a thoughtful wine and cocktail list.

Yes, Ridge + River has an outdoor patio that overlooks the pool, offering fresh mountain air and views while you dine.

For larger parties you can request arrangements by phone, the restaurant asks that parties of seven or more call 970-476-4959.

Business casual, aim for neat, polished but comfortable attire rather than formal wear.

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Make a booking

Ridge + River

4.1

$31 to $50

American

Vail

Make a booking

2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Ridge + River

Make a booking

Ridge + River

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Thanksgiving Day Buffet at Ridge+River

Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Dinner @ Ridge+River

New Years Eve Dinner - 4 Course Prix Fixe

Soups & Salads

Warm Farro SaladUSD 18.00

Shaved Brussel Sprout SaladUSD 17.00

Winter Kale SaladUSD 18.00

Potato Leek SoupUSD 13.00

Shareables

Duck Confit CroquetteUSD 20.00

Bison Tartare*USD 23.00

Elk Sausage FlatbreadUSD 19.00

Mains

Lemon Ricotta CavatelliUSD 39.00

Colorado Trout*USD 36.00

Bison Short RibUSD 47.00

Steak & Frites*USD 40.00

Pork Tenderloin*USD 45.00

Dining areas

Additional information

Thanksgiving feasts await at Vail Valley restaurants

Spirit Hound Distillers Hosts a Tasting Dinner at Ridge + River

Ridge + River Serves Creative Cuisine and Mountain Views

FAQs

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