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Blue River Bistro, Breckenridge, CO

Blue River Bistro

4.8
4.8
3643 Reviews
$31 to $50
Global, International

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Located on the north side of Main Street Breckenridge, the Blue River Bistro provides a casually sophisticated dining atmosphere with a little city in the mountains. Chef Dante's local ingredients, talented culinary team and unorthodox approach to cooking combine to create a truly memorable experience for you and your guests. The Bistro's wine list is an ever rotating selection of the best vineyards from around the globe and the cocktail list has been carefully crafted to take the guest on a journey of flavors and scents. We look forward to having you dine with us and if there isn't reservations available please join us at the bar for a front row seat!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Contemporary American, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (970) 453-6974
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Dante Tripi
  • Neighborhood
    Breckenridge
  • Cross street
    Watson
  • Parking details
    The Blue River Bistro has ample parking in the rear of the building across the river from the Gondola. Please use the parking directly behind the Blue River Bistro and the adjoining businesses. If the rear area is full, there is parking available along Main Street in front of the Blue River Bistro.
  • Public transit
    Keep your car parked at your lodging and take advantage of Breckenridge’s easy walkability and free public transit. Download the B Like Breckenridge app for bus stops and routes in town. For more tips download the B Like Breckenridge app.
  • Entertainment
    Where in Summit County can you dine out with live jazz music every night of the week? Only at the Blue River Bistro in Breckenridge can you enjoy an amazing dining experience with live music! The Bistro has diverse jazz every night of the week varying from: Latin Jazz, Modern Jazz, Delta Blues, Classic Acoustic and Contemporary Jazz. Come in for an apres dinner cocktail at the Bistro's Martini Bar and savor one of the 40 original martinis or a glass of wine from the extensive Italian and domestic wine list.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,643 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blue River Bistro in Breckenridge is a culinary gem, known for its "phenomenal" service and "amazing" food, including standout dishes like bison short ribs and Scottish salmon. Patrons rave about the cozy atmosphere, live music, and exceptional cocktails. A "must-visit" for both casual diners and special occasions!

3,643 Reviews
  1. Gina

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! The ahi tuna special was amazing. Service was great.

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  2. Steven

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow! I’m never let down coming here it’s just stellar every time. Food was just phenomenal and Jess our server was beyond amazing.🫶

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  3. david

    VIP

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice place and nice service but pricey. Appetizers were ok but main dishes were excellent.

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  4. Erin

    Atlanta

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A truly delightful experience. We went to several other restaurants, some even more expensive and “rated higher,” but Blue River Bistro was the best! The only available dinner reservation was at 9:15pm and we weren’t stoked about having to wait to eat so late, but when tables opened up about an hour earlier, the host texted and let us know we could go ahead and come, which was fantastic! The live jazz music and snow and amazing cocktails made it a perfect evening. 10/10!

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  5. Bruce

    VIP

    Toronto

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great dinner, the salmon / risotto and bison short rib / polenta were perfectly prepared and our server Jessie was very attentive, friendly and informed

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The menu is great! We also enjoy the specials. The food is always prepared perfectly and the service is exceptional! Blue River Bistro is our favorite restaurant in Breckenridge!

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  7. Clyde

    Dallas

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a “must visit” for our Breckenridge trip. We dine here several times a year, enjoying both lunch & dinner. The staff are engaged and very pleasant. Service is excellent. Drinks are outstanding, and food ranges from very good to excellent. We had Sunday brunch for 10 today, including 4 small children, & the experience could not have been better. In spite of a busy holiday weekend and full restaurant, we were seated promptly and never rushed. Our server Zach was nothing short of outstanding! Blue River is a consistent great experience and great value. Highly recommend!

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  8. Tabatha

    VIP

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dan our bartender/server was so awesome! We were celebrating our engagement and he made the evening so special!

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  9. Angie

    VIP

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and so was the service! Would highly recommend:)

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  10. Kay

    Denver

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our food was wonderful; our server was very attentive; we loved the atmosphere, yet the noise level was off the chart. We would still come back because we know there really isn't anything that can be done to lower the noise.

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FAQs

Blue River Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (970) 453-6974.

Blue River Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 3643 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Blue River Bistro

305 North Main Street, Breckenridge, CO 80424

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Watson
  • Neighborhood
    Breckenridge
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Contemporary American, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    The Blue River Bistro has ample parking in the rear of the building across the river from the Gondola. Please use the parking directly behind the Blue River Bistro and the adjoining businesses. If the rear area is full, there is parking available along Main Street in front of the Blue River Bistro.
  • Public transit
    Keep your car parked at your lodging and take advantage of Breckenridge’s easy walkability and free public transit. Download the B Like Breckenridge app for bus stops and routes in town. For more tips download the B Like Breckenridge app.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Dante Tripi
  • Entertainment
    Where in Summit County can you dine out with live jazz music every night of the week? Only at the Blue River Bistro in Breckenridge can you enjoy an amazing dining experience with live music! The Bistro has diverse jazz every night of the week varying from: Latin Jazz, Modern Jazz, Delta Blues, Classic Acoustic and Contemporary Jazz. Come in for an apres dinner cocktail at the Bistro's Martini Bar and savor one of the 40 original martinis or a glass of wine from the extensive Italian and domestic wine list.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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