Greenbriar Inn, The

Name: Greenbriar Inn, The
Address: 8735 N. Foothills Hwy, Boulder, CO, United States, 80302
Telephone: (303) 440-7979
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

3283 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Nestled at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, The Greenbriar Inn is an elegant fine dining restaurant, tavern and private event space located in the north Boulder countryside. The surrounding 20 acres features two ponds, a waterfall, a mountain creek, striking woodland and thriving produce, herb, and flower gardens. The cuisine focuses on seasonal, American classics and is complimented by a 900 label award-winning wine cellar. With several private dining rooms and three outdoor spaces, The Greenbriar Inn is the perfect choice for romantic dinners for two, family celebrations and a fun night out with friends as well as an excellent venue for weddings and private events from 10-300 guests. Voted best American restaurant, best outdoor dining, best farm to table restaurant, best neighborhood restaurant and best brunch, The Greenbriar Inn is truly a special and unique dining option in Boulder County.

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Continental, Bistro
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 440-7979
Website
http://www.greenbriarinn.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Matthew Ochs
Private party facilities
With several private dining rooms and three outdoor spaces, The Greenbriar Inn is the perfect venue for any type of event including intimate anniversary and birthday celebrations, celebrations of life, business meetings and retreats, wedding ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners and post wedding brunches from 10 to 300 guests.

Location
8735 N. Foothills Hwy, Boulder, CO 80302
Area
Boulder
Cross Street
Hwy 36 & Lefthand Canyon
Parking details
Private Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet
USD 89.00 per person
24 Dec 2024 only
Join us on Tuesday, December 24th from 4pm-8:30pm for a delicious Christmas Eve feast. Our dinner buffet will feature an amazing array of holiday selections including chef carved prime rib and leg of lamb, roast duck, traditional holiday sides, appetizers, soups, and desserts. The buffet price is $89 for adults and $46 for kids ages 3-12. All drinks, taxes, and gratuity are not included in the buffet price. Please note that we seat on 2 floors (with a buffet on each floor) so let us know if you are not able to walk up the stairs. Two weeks prior to December 24th we will reach out to confirm all reservations and will require a credit card to confirm all reservations over 5 people. Thank you and we look forward to celebrating with you!

Popular dishes

Chilled Oysters on the Half ShellUSD 24.00
Six fresh oysters, traditional mignonette, lemon
Oysters RockefellerUSD 28.00
Six oysters baked with spinach and bacon, topped with a warm cheese glacage
Roasted Baby BeetsUSD 14.00
Oven roasted red, chioggia and golden beets, arugula and grapefruit salad, Moon Hill chevre, horseradish vinaigrette, toasted rye
Seared Diver ScallopUSD 20.00
Roasted corn chowder, crispy polenta, butter melted leeks, candied pancetta, red bell pepper coulis
Classic Greenbriar EscargotUSD 18.00
Garlic and fresh herb butter, toasted baguette
Soup of the DayUSD 13.00
Directed by the Season, Created by the Chef
Winter Green Leaf SaladUSD 14.00
Butter lettuce, mixed greens, shaved apple and fennel, toasted quinoa, candied walnuts, cranberry-apple vinaigrette
Greenbriar Inn Caesar SaladUSD 13.00
Romaine, tomatoes, hard-boiled egg, bacon, parmesan, white anchovy Caesar dressing, focaccia crostino

Mains

Seared Diver Sea ScallopsUSD 55.00
Mushrooms and millet pilaf, roasted Lions Mane mushrooms, lemon-chive beurre blanc
Roasted Colorado Veal MedallionsUSD 50.00
Butternut squash caponata, roasted garden tomatoes, red bell peppers, caramelized pearl onions, scallions, rosemary beet butter
Pan Seared Alaskan HalibutUSD 52.00
Chive whipped potatoes, haricot verts, tomato, olive tapenade, tomato vinaigrette, basil oil
Roasted Lamb SirloinUSD 42.00
Creamy salsify, braised lentils, sautéed kale, lamb demi, candied garlic syrup
Seared Atlantic SalmonUSD 39.00
Salmon mousse manicotti, wilted Swiss chard, saffron tomato broth
Cinnamon Roasted Duck BreastUSD 40.00
Sweet potato puree, butter poached cinnamon cap mushrooms, wilted spinach, quince mostarda
Grilled Colorado Filet of BeefUSD 58.00
Parsnip-polenta cake, sauteed baby chard and carrots, caramelized onion-parmesan relish, sauce Bordelaise
Seasonal Vegetable RisottoUSD 28.00
Marinated artichokes, spinach, peas, capers, tomato sauce, pinot noir drizzle, aged balsamic, sundried tomatoes, sunchoke chips
Beef WellingtonUSD 60.00
Foie gras, sherry mushroom duxelles, fingerling potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Bordelaise, Béarnaise

Dessert

Cranberry-Apple Galette for TwoUSD 20.00
Served warm with vanilla ice cream, a salted caramel drizzle and cinnamon sugar.
Chocolate Mousse DomeUSD 12.00
Rich dark chocolate mousse, raspberry cremeux, chocolate ganache, raspberry sauce, chocolate sauce, chocolate truffles
Cranberry CheesecakeUSD 12.00
New York cheesecake, cranberry gelee, cranberry compote, sugared cranberries, whipped cream
TiramisuUSD 12.00
Espresso-Grand Marnier soaked ladyfingers layered with mascarpone-rum filling, served with espresso creme Anglaise and dusted with cocoa powder
Pear and Fig StrudelUSD 12.00
Vanilla, Brie and Armagnac Cream Sauce
Carrot Pecan CakeUSD 12.00
Cream cheese icing, whipped cream cheese sauce, carrot-ginger syrup, pecan brittle, white chocolate, carrot dust
Vanilla Creme BruleeUSD 12.00
Fresh berries, whipped cream, blackberry sauce
Daily Selection of Sorbet, Ice Cream and GelatoUSD 6.00
Ask your server for today's selections

Coffee

EspressoUSD 4.00
- DoubleUSD 6.00
Coffee And TeaUSD 4.00
CappuccinoUSD 6.00
Café LatteUSD 6.00
Café Mocha LatteUSD 6.50
ChaiUSD 5.00
Chai LatteUSD 6.50

After Dinner Drinks and Dessert Wines

Additional dessert wines, ports, grappas, and liqueurs are available. Please ask your server for assistance.

Espresso MartiniUSD 16.00
Michele Chiarlo "Nivole" Moscato d' Asti, (Italy) 2017USD 11.00
Domaine Baron de Rothschild Carmes de Riessec Sauternes (France) 2018USD 15.00

What 3,283 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

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Boulder Area
Best Ambience
Boulder Area
Great for brunch
Boulder Area
Great for fine wines
Boulder Area
Romantic
Boulder Area
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Greenbriar Inn is a charming and iconic dining destination known for its "amazing food" and "extensive" wine list. Guests rave about the "beautiful atmosphere," whether dining on the patio or in the sunroom. While occasional service delays are noted, the "friendly staff" and "outstanding" cuisine create memorable experiences, making it a top choice for special occasions.

3,283 Reviews

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Jenna
VIP
Denver
56 reviews
5.0
56 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We just enjoyed another wonderful evening with friends at Greenbriar Inn. Our server, Sam, was excellent. A beautiful evening in the sunroom looking out at the holiday lights. Couldn’t be better.
Greenbriar Inn, TheResponded 1 day ago
Thank you so much for your review!! I will make sure to pass your compliments on to Sam!!
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Daniel
VIP
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter, Don, was fantastic. He made our annual family pre-Christmas dinner a special night. Wonderful food and lots of laughs. And, you can’t beat the atmosphere for a holiday evening.
Greenbriar Inn, TheResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for your review! I agree the Lamb is amazing. I am so glad you enjoyed the food and what a wonderful server we have in Don. We look forward to having you back!
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Gregory
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful dinner for 7, several of which had never been to the Greenbriar. We were all extremely satisfied with the meal, staff and atmosphere. It was a day to remember.
Greenbriar Inn, TheResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for your review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your experience with us and look forward to having you back again.
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John
Denver
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently excellent! The little dining room is classic and, especially at Christmas, the ambience is perfect (oh, and always order the French Onion soup!)
Greenbriar Inn, TheResponded 1 day ago
John - thank you for the kind words. I LOVE the French Onion soup as well, you are a man of good taste! We look forward to your return. The soup is hot and ready for you!
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Rob
VIP
Denver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The people/service, ambiance and food are always spectacular.
Greenbriar Inn, TheResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for your review!!
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Kevin
VIP
Denver
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Sunday brunch in sunny sun room great value and service!!!
Greenbriar Inn, TheResponded 1 day ago
We are so glad that you enjoyed it! Come in for dinner and let us really blow your socks off!
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Mary jo
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Greenbrier, a long-standing fine dining experience in Boulder. Brunch classics, bagel & lox and more were so good...Cheers !
Greenbriar Inn, TheResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for your review. We take a lot of pride in our brunch and are glad that you enjoyed it!
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Mattias
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We got married here 10 years ago and come back here for special occasions. Food and service is always outstanding. If it didn't take an hour to get here from our house we'd probably eat here once a month!
Greenbriar Inn, TheResponded 1 day ago
Mattias - sounds like it is time to move North!! We would love to see you on all occasions!
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J
Joseph
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food, service and ambiance were excellent. It was our anniversary. The waiter treated us to a glass of champagne. Much appreciated.
Greenbriar Inn, TheResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for your kind words. Happy Anniversary to you!
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SantaFe7
VIP
Denver
114 reviews
5.0
114 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brought new guests with us and the food for all 4, outstanding! Tiramisu, 5 star!!!
Greenbriar Inn, TheResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for your review! We aim to please and are so glad you had such a memorable experience with us!
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FAQs

Greenbriar Inn, The offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 440-7979.

Greenbriar Inn, The is rated 4.8 stars by 3283 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

22 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

8735 N. Foothills Hwy, Boulder, CO 80302

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Hwy 36 & Lefthand Canyon
Area
Boulder
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Continental, Bistro
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Matthew Ochs
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.greenbriarinn.com/
Phone number
(303) 440-7979
Private party facilities
With several private dining rooms and three outdoor spaces, The Greenbriar Inn is the perfect venue for any type of event including intimate anniversary and birthday celebrations, celebrations of life, business meetings and retreats, wedding ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners and post wedding brunches from 10 to 300 guests.

Greenbriar Inn, The

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet

Beef Wellington

Traditional Eggs Benedict

Salmon Eggs Benedict

Starters

Chilled Oysters on the Half ShellUSD 24.00

Oysters RockefellerUSD 28.00

Roasted Baby BeetsUSD 14.00

Seared Diver ScallopUSD 20.00

Classic Greenbriar EscargotUSD 18.00

Soup of the DayUSD 13.00

Winter Green Leaf SaladUSD 14.00

Greenbriar Inn Caesar SaladUSD 13.00

Mains

Seared Diver Sea ScallopsUSD 55.00

Roasted Colorado Veal MedallionsUSD 50.00

Pan Seared Alaskan HalibutUSD 52.00

Roasted Lamb SirloinUSD 42.00

Seared Atlantic SalmonUSD 39.00

Cinnamon Roasted Duck BreastUSD 40.00

Grilled Colorado Filet of BeefUSD 58.00

Seasonal Vegetable RisottoUSD 28.00

Beef WellingtonUSD 60.00

Dessert

Cranberry-Apple Galette for TwoUSD 20.00

Chocolate Mousse DomeUSD 12.00

Cranberry CheesecakeUSD 12.00

TiramisuUSD 12.00

Pear and Fig StrudelUSD 12.00

Carrot Pecan CakeUSD 12.00

Vanilla Creme BruleeUSD 12.00

Daily Selection of Sorbet, Ice Cream and GelatoUSD 6.00

Coffee

EspressoUSD 4.00

Coffee And TeaUSD 4.00

CappuccinoUSD 6.00

Café LatteUSD 6.00

Café Mocha LatteUSD 6.50

ChaiUSD 5.00

Chai LatteUSD 6.50

After Dinner Drinks and Dessert Wines

Espresso MartiniUSD 16.00

Michele Chiarlo "Nivole" Moscato d' Asti, (Italy) 2017USD 11.00

Domaine Baron de Rothschild Carmes de Riessec Sauternes (France) 2018USD 15.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Greenbriar Inn, The offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Greenbriar Inn, The restaurant rated?

Is Greenbriar Inn, The currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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