The View Mountain Lodge

This place is a hotel restaurant that is off the beaten path. On our first visit, although it was less than half full, the hotel manager frowned on us as walk ins, so reservations are best and usually plentiful. The burgers were tasty, but the meat was slightly overcooked and dry. We gave it another try and ordered a pasta dish and a salmon salad. The meal was well prepared and a very large plate of food. The drinks are pricey. When we paid, the server charged us the wrong bill from another table. I asked to speak with the manager and was told there is no manager, that the restaurant is managed by Mountain Lodge. I cleared up the tab and left. This was an anomaly as there are so many great restaurants in Telluride and Mountain Village.

We were very disappointed. There was a large group starting to arrive at same time as us seeming to get all of the attention. Our waitperson very unattentive. Took drink order and starter order. Said would take 20 mins. Came back and took rest of order 1 salad, 2 lobster bisques, and 3 entrees. At about 20 mins brought salad and starter. Still no drinks. Later brought 2 soups terrible tomato soup with pieces of lobster added. Had to chase down waitperson for spoons. Expected better for high cost.

The staff behind the bar were awesome. Unfortunately the table service was below an acceptable standard for the prices charged. The only effort was made when giving us the bill. Food ok although quite expensive for what it was.

Food was amazing, the views of the architecture are simply stunning. The staff was a little overwhelmed. The meal was lovely.

Food was amazing! May be our favorite in Mountain Village!