221 South Oak

4.8

2227 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Vegetarian-friendly

221 is set in a tastefully refurbished historic home nestled in the trees on South Oak St, 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. Full Vegetarian Menu is available.
We also offer catering services in the privacy of your home. Wine and Delectable Pairing Classes are available weekly.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(970) 591-5852
Website
https://www.221southoak.com/?y_source=1_MTAzMTc2MTgxMS04NjAtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ==
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Eliza H.S. Gavin
Catering
221 Offers Off-site Catering<br />You're accustomed to great food at the restaurant, now experience it in your home. Whether it's a dinner party, quiet luncheon or drinks and nibbles, we're here for you. If you're lacking space for a large party, you may rent out 221. A great space for rehearsal dinners, family reunions, and holiday parties.
Private party facilities
Rehearsal Dinners, Birthdays, Anniversaries and Engagement Parties are all special occasions that deserve the proper party. 221 offers private dinner parties in our intimate dinning room and catering. We cater to cocktail parties, luncheons, private classes and full course dinners.

Location
221 S. Oak St , Telluride, CO 81435
Neighborhood
Telluride
Cross street
Pacific St
Parking details
Self Parking on the Street
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Wine Pairing and Tasting Menu
$250.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Ever wondered how much a dash, drizzle or pinch may be and how much is too much? Explore these questions and other culinary quandaries with Chef Eliza on Thursdays, from 11:00 to 2:30. Chef Eliza will demonstrate 12 dishes and Sommelier Sophie will pour 10 wines, harmonizing or juxtaposing the cuisine. Recipes feature summer flavors and lesser known ingredients. Learn from Sophie the art of wine pairing and dive into the regions and varietals of wine. Take with you all of the recipes, a full tummy and a bevy of new friends. Feel free to request a date for a class that fits your schedule. Most of our classes are held on Thursdays but we are open to private classes any day of the week.
New Year's Eve
$300.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Thank you for ringing the New Year with us. For the 31st, we are serving a Price Fixe menu that evening. I’ve attached this year’s menu. The menu includes Welcome Bubbles and a Digestif with dessert. The cost is $300 per guest. The regular menu will not be served. There will not be a price break for children. Should your party cancel within 48 hours of there 31st, we will charge the full amount of $300 per guest. Thank you, Eliza

Bay Scallops & Pork Belly with Crispy Brussels Sprouts$27.00
Plum Butter, Peanut Salsa Macha & Shiitake Mushroom
Eliza's Sausage Plate$20.00
Five House Made Sausages with Accoutrements
Burrata with Tempura Broccolini$22.00
Grilled Flatbread, Beet Relish & Pistachio Dukkah
Grilled Octopus with Pork Sausage$30.00
Seaweed Salad, Black Garlic Jus & Hazelnut Muhammara

Solo Starters

Duo of Soups$17.00
Pureed Soups that Change Frequently
Seared Foie Gras with Foie Gras Truffle & Candied Pepita$35.00
Tapioca Chip, Turmeric Puree & Apple Butter
Baby Kale & Apple with Whipped Chevre$16.00
Maple Sherry Vinaigrette, Pickled Cauliflower Heart & Roasted Beet
Petit Hearts of Romaine Salad with Parmigianno Reggiano$17.00
White Anchovy & Chickpea Crouton
Buttermilk Fried Quail with Spicy Honey$27.00
Vinaigrette Dressed Greens & Bleu d'Auvergne

Game

*These items are served raw or may be cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked eggs, meat, and seafood may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Duck Confit with Fontina Leek Pupusa & Shiitake Broth$46.00
Baby Kale, Shiitake Mushroom, Duck Prosciutto, Peanut Salsa Macha & Crispy Pickled Shallot
*Elk T-Bone with Creamy Polenta & Brodo$60.00
Candied Pink Peppercorns, Crispy Parmigiano Reggiano & Broccolini
*Rack of Lamb with Walnut Yogurt$62.00
White Bean Puree, Carrot, Cauliflower & Sesame Persillade
Braised Bison Short Rib with Goji Berry Agrodolce$58.00
Sweet Potato Mash, Salsa Verde, Celeriac & Braised Brussels Sprouts

Fare

*These items are served raw or may be cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked eggs, meat, and seafood may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

*Wagyu Flat Iron Steak with Crispy Smoked Potato Skins$60.00
Potato Pave, Tarragon Coulis, Grilled Shiitake & Cauliflower
Herb Roasted Chicken, Halloumi & Carrot Jus$38.00
Acorn Squash, Candied Olive & Kale
Rocky Mountain Trout with Duo of Ravioli$46.00
Fried Caper, Brown Butter & Micro Green
Colorado Striped Bass with Cider Broth$43.00
Hazelnut Crumble, Black Rice, Apple, Beet & Parsnip
*Organic Salmon with Sweet Potato Mochi & Beet Hummus$47.00
Rainbow Carrot, Wakame & Apple Miso Coulis

What 2,227 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

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221 South Oak in Telluride offers a "phenomenal dining experience" with creative dishes and an extensive vegetarian menu. The "friendly and attentive" staff enhance the meal, making it "one of the best in Telluride." Enjoy a delightful atmosphere in a quaint home setting, complete with a beautiful patio. Highly recommended!

2,227 Reviews

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bj
VIP
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful vegetarian menu in addition to the elk! Don’t miss it
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Todd
Denver
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
As always, Liza's crew at 221 South Oak delivered a special experience, from the warm greeting to the final thankful farewell ... not to mention the superb selections and food preparation and presentation!
221 South OakResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Kitchenstaff
Richmond
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always fabulous! Extraordinary and unusual dishes with a full additional vegetarian menu to choose from.
221 South OakResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Andy
VIP
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dining experience. Owner Eliza is the best.
221 South OakResponded on December 15, 2024
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Alison
VIP
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, drinks, and service! We enjoyed the elk and duck, both were fabulous and paired with delicious wine by recommendation of sommelier.
221 South OakResponded on October 23, 2024
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolutely phenomenal night. Our favorite dining experience in a long time. Two things really stood out to us -- the creativity (and deliciousness) of the food AND the young woman running the restaurant. She could not have been more welcoming and made us feel so special. She clearly runs an incredible service team as well. Our favorite dish had to be the rack of lamb. Best restaurant in Telluride!
221 South OakResponded on October 23, 2024
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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John
Jackson Hole
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fantastic experience! The menu was so good that is was hard to choose which entree to select. Food was so delicious!
221 South OakResponded on October 13, 2024
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Jay
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An excellent dining experience! A superb vegetarian/vegan menu that even for this carnivore outshined the bison short rib. Wonderful team that made us feel at home. We look forward to returning!
221 South OakResponded on October 9, 2024
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 5, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is so lovely, many fabulous choices on their extensive menu, beautiful and delicious food, gorgeous art on the walls, we came back and had another terrific meal again. I'm giving it only 4 stars because our waiter had a very strange and off-putting attitude. It seemed like he did not want to be there but had to endure. Maybe there's been a change since then, hopefully. Otherwise, everything is really terrific!
221 South OakResponded on October 9, 2024
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Christianna
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was phenomenal. I had the mountain trout with raviolis and it was cooked perfectly. The drinks were also well made and delicious. Our favorite meal while staying in telluride.
221 South OakResponded on October 9, 2024
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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221 South Oak offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (970) 591-5852.

221 South Oak is rated 4.8 stars by 2227 OpenTable diners.