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221 South Oak

221 South Oak Street, Telluride, CO 81435
970 728 9507
Ranked #1 of 49 restaurants in Telluride
4.5 of 5 stars 57 Reviews
Price range: INR2,814 - INR1,689
Cuisines: American, International
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Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Dining style: Fine Dining
Cross street: Pacific St
Description: 221 is set in a tastefully refurbished historic home nestled in the trees on South Oak Street, just steps from the Gondola. For years, 221 South Oak has been renowned for its intimate atmosphere, incredible food, extensive wine list, friendly service and uncompromising quality. Chef/Owner Eliza serves cuisine classified as Modern Bistro with an eclectic blend of flavors and styles. A mélange of seafood, game and beef, with accompaniments that range from Deep South to Calypso to Classical French to Californian Cuisine to Creole—we call it Eliza’s cooking. Come enjoy bloodies, benedicts and beignets for brunch every Sunday from 10am-1pm.
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Montreal, Canada
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

The food here is excellent and the atmosphere friendly, cozy, yet casual. A great bet in Telluride. More

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Wrightsville Beach, NC
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012

This is a lovely, intimate spot for a quiet night with friends. I have been here twice. The first time during the summer it was fabulous. The second time in February 2011 my husband and I made reservations (based on our first experience) and were a bit disappointed. Our server seemed almost annoyed at our being there (which is unusual... More

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Boca Raton, Florida
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012

We found this restaurant just in time. After dining in a couple pretentious places, we were seeking a fine dining experience, complete with wine and ambiance but less the "tude" we have been seeing. We were immediately shown to our very romantic table for 2 up against the window. We have a lovely server who helped us with suggestions a... More

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Brooklyn
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
69 helpful votes 69 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2012

Enjoyable dining experience. I had the duck breast and my wife had the trout. We shared the organic greens and fennel salad. Good portions. So close to the gondola. Wait staff were attentive and good selection of wines by the glass. Only downside is that the eating area was a bit noisy. Glad we went. More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
128 helpful votes 128 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

Really great food and a little bit different. The sausage sampler was excellent and stuffed quail special was very good. Half of the buffalo steak was prepared very well but the second half was overcooked - it almost seemed like two different sections of meat. Service was prompt, helpful and friendly. The setting is more on the cheery, light side... More

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Cleveland, Ohio
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69 reviews 69 reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
170 helpful votes 170 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012
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Great menu, good location (right next to the Gondola) and a relaxing environment More

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Denver, Pennsylvania
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012

This was an all around wonderful dining experience. The food was excellent and the service was overtop! More

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San Diego, California
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012
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I was shocked when I walked into what looked like a home on the outside, just like the house next door. The restaurant was beautiful--attractive bar and earth tones with pastel artwork. There is a wide variety of menu options--I had the mussels and the Rocky Mountain trout. Both were delicious. And the trout had a vegetable root ravioli on... More

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NYC
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

One of the nicest dinners we've had anywhere, let alone at a ski destination. The root vegetable ravioli accompanying the trout was divine, as was the tuna tartare and duck main course. We were unfortunately too full to go on to desert, though the menu was tempting. Very pleasant atmosphere, well decorated with paintings, and quick friendly service. We may... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We had a 7 day stay in Telluride and ate at 221 on our first and last, gala, night. The food is delicious, the staff are so friendly and the atmosphere is intimate and fun. Great little bar to have a drink before dinner. More

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