221 South Oak

4.9

2289 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

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

Location
221 S. Oak St , Telluride, CO 81435
Phone number
(970) 591-5852
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Daily 17:00–21:30
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Self Parking on the Street
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Eliza H.S. Gavin

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Experiences

Wine Pairing and Tasting Menu
USD 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.

Private dining

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

Solo Starters

Duo of SoupsUSD 17.00
Pureed Soups that Change Frequently
Seared Foie Gras with Foie Gras Truffle & Candied PepitaUSD 35.00
Tapioca Chip, Turmeric Puree & Apple Butter
Baby Kale & Apple with Whipped ChevreUSD 16.00
Maple Sherry Vinaigrette, Pickled Cauliflower Heart & Roasted Beet
Petit Hearts of Romaine Salad with Parmigianno ReggianoUSD 17.00
White Anchovy & Chickpea Crouton
Buttermilk Fried Quail with Spicy HoneyUSD 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 BrothUSD 46.00
Baby Kale, Shiitake Mushroom, Duck Prosciutto, Peanut Salsa Macha & Crispy Pickled Shallot
*Elk T-Bone with Creamy Polenta & BrodoUSD 60.00
Candied Pink Peppercorns, Crispy Parmigiano Reggiano & Broccolini
*Rack of Lamb with Walnut YogurtUSD 62.00
White Bean Puree, Carrot, Cauliflower & Sesame Persillade
Braised Bison Short Rib with Goji Berry AgrodolceUSD 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 SkinsUSD 60.00
Potato Pave, Tarragon Coulis, Grilled Shiitake & Cauliflower
Herb Roasted Chicken, Halloumi & Carrot JusUSD 38.00
Acorn Squash, Candied Olive & Kale
Rocky Mountain Trout with Duo of RavioliUSD 46.00
Fried Caper, Brown Butter & Micro Green
Colorado Striped Bass with Cider BrothUSD 43.00
Hazelnut Crumble, Black Rice, Apple, Beet & Parsnip
*Organic Salmon with Sweet Potato Mochi & Beet HummusUSD 47.00
Rainbow Carrot, Wakame & Apple Miso Coulis

What 2,289 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

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221 South Oak in Telluride offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "delicious creative food" and an "amazing vegetarian menu." Guests appreciate the "quaint and cozy" ambiance, "friendly staff," and "exceptional" service. Highlights include the "unique menu selections," "great cocktails," and "superb" trout dishes. A "must" for food lovers.

2,289 Reviews

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John
Baltimore29 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding meal and wine. Sophie provided excellent suggestions, and Ryan provided great service. The sausage app worked great, too.
221 South OakResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Jacki VIP
New York City19 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful dining experience as always. Never fails us.
221 South OakResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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David VIP
Washington DC4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The best restaurant in Telluride. Creative menu an additional outstanding vegetarian menu.
221 South OakResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Sara VIP
Nashville8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous all round! Amazing food including beautiful presentation. Friendly service beautiful ambience.
221 South OakResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Bruce VIP
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, environment and service. Highly recommend!!
221 South OakResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for visiting our home and your positive review. Eliza
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Marcy
New Mexico1 review
4.0
Dined on 5 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was excellent. Our service was rushed for a restaurant of this caliber while other tables seemed to have a more relaxed meal. And the restaurant was extremely loud.
221 South OakResponded 7 days ago
So sorry we disappointed you. Thank you for your frank feedback. We work to improve and it's specific details such as this betters us for future guests. Thank you for visiting our home and Telluride, Eliza
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MarcT VIP
New York City8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Inspired creative cuisine in a homely setting with friendly professional staff. We will be back again.
221 South OakResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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Peter VIP
Atlanta54 reviews
4.0
Dined on 4 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Very good restaurant, value is off, environment is loud, but food quality and creativity is very good and service is excellent.
221 South OakResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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jane
New York City20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
221 South Oak never disappoints. Food and beverages were great and our waiter Gavin was great. We keep coming back every time we are in town and it is our favorite restaurant in Telluride.
221 South OakResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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OpenTable Diner
Denver5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a fantastic experience! They never disappoint and the bartender was wonderful.
221 South OakResponded on 1 March 2025
Thank you for visiting our home and your kind words. Eliza
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FAQs

221 South Oak offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (970) 591-5852.

221 South Oak is rated 4.9 stars by 2289 OpenTable diners.

221 South Oak does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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