This place is ridiculously over priced. Add to it the fact that you have to buy everything that makes a complete meal separately is offensive, right down to the sauce for your food. Steak had decent flavor but way overpriced. The lobster had zero flavor. No seasoning on it, nothing. Even the texture was off. To be charged $8 for a tiny cup of Horseradish sauce for your steak, which NORMALLY comes with it every where else? Even that didn't taste very good. Lumpy is not creamy. I went with friends and was hard pressed not to walk out. Biggest waste of money ever.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Nick Jarrett
This place was amazing! If you visit Crested Butte (which I highly recommend for skiing and hiking) this steakhouse was one of my faves as I’ve traveled accrued the country the last week. I had to order the steak and the elk because the truffle fries app was so good. Also huge thanks to Molly, Allie and the entire staff for being 5 star and creating a great experience. Can’t wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Michelle
A little pricey but also competitive for such a small town and the quality of food and service was great. We were treated to some bread with seasoned butter and some bubbles which was a nice touch. The food and drink was very tasty and everyone working there was very friendly and attentive.
Catherine LaCrosse
Wow! My boyfriend and I went to celebrate his birthday. Molly and Jonathan took care of us. They were so cool and well versed on their knowledge of the wine and food menus. We asked both a number of questions and their thorough and helpful answers were spectacular. Then the food! I had the elk loin and he had the lamb. Then we added the asparagus (absolutely amazing), Mac and cheese (you’ll never make it at home again) and mashed potatoes (can I say butter?). Be sure to have the bread and butter. You’ll want to take extra butter home with you!
Aside from the amazing food, we really felt the love from Molly and Jonathon. Thank you elk prime!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carol Esch
In crested butte for fall beauty we had a wonderful surf and turf combo for 2. The meat kabobs tender, grilled oysters good and lobster tails delish. Allison the manager engaging and waitstaff lovely. Best meal during our three week Colorado tour
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jason C
We’ve been dining at Elk Avenue Prime annually for the past 7–8 years, but this recent visit was a letdown. While the ambience and service were decent, the food didn’t live up to expectations—especially given the price.
I ordered the 8oz filet for $72, and unfortunately, it was one of the toughest and most flavorless steaks I’ve had in a long time. The mac and cheese was okay, but nothing memorable. Coming from Texas, we know good beef, and this wasn’t even close.
The best part of the evening was the wine and the company. For a place we’ve consistently visited over the years, this experience was disappointing
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Victoria de Winter
Cozy, enticing flavors, great wine. If you’re sharing food they split the portions for you before serving. Great for a date night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carol
Exceptional, the service was attentive and efficient. The steaks were cooked to perfection.
Gabrielle
Great food. One dish wasn't to our liking so they comped it. And they also gave us free dessert since we went there for our anniversary. Our waitress, Dara, was awesome.
Kelsie Elder
Best steak I've had in a while. Beef tartare appetizer is excellent. Lobster tail was also worth ordering. Overall great meal.
Had my bachelorette dinner at Prime and had the absolute best time. The whole staff took amazing care of us, our server Joe was excellent and made perfect wine suggestions, and our food was excellent. We ordered 2 appetizers, 3 steaks, 4 sides, and 2 desserts for 6 women to share.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Charles
From greeting till time to leave service was excellent. Our server Daryna and the other staff continued to check to ensure we were good. It was our friend's anniversary and Daryna treated us with champagne for a toast. Look forward to another visit. At the end of our meal the owner came by and thanked us.
Jorge
Food was good, but service was VERY SLOW, 2nd time in a row this has happened. Liked food and service better with previous owners!!,
Scott
Dining Experience at the bar was awesome as usual. Service is incredible and the menu continues to be refined with incredible offerings.
Jacob Adkisson
Our family had high expectations for Elk Ave Prime, but unfortunately, our visit fell short. The steak was a letdown, lacking the quality we had anticipated. The sides were also subpar, adding to our disappointment. We recently learned that the restaurant had changed ownership, which could explain the decline in quality. Having enjoyed our fair share of steaks elsewhere, we can confidently say that Elk Ave Prime's offerings were below average, not living up to the reputation it once had. Sadly, we cannot recommend this establishment in its current state.
This place is ridiculously over priced. Add to it the fact that you have to buy everything that makes a complete meal separately is offensive, right down to the sauce for your food.
Steak had decent flavor but way overpriced. The lobster had zero flavor. No seasoning on it, nothing. Even the texture was off. To be charged $8 for a tiny cup of Horseradish sauce for your steak, which NORMALLY comes with it every where else? Even that didn't taste very good. Lumpy is not creamy.
I went with friends and was hard pressed not to walk out. Biggest waste of money ever.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
This place was amazing! If you visit Crested Butte (which I highly recommend for skiing and hiking) this steakhouse was one of my faves as I’ve traveled accrued the country the last week. I had to order the steak and the elk because the truffle fries app was so good. Also huge thanks to Molly, Allie and the entire staff for being 5 star and creating a great experience. Can’t wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
A little pricey but also competitive for such a small town and the quality of food and service was great. We were treated to some bread with seasoned butter and some bubbles which was a nice touch. The food and drink was very tasty and everyone working there was very friendly and attentive.
Wow! My boyfriend and I went to celebrate his birthday. Molly and Jonathan took care of us. They were so cool and well versed on their knowledge of the wine and food menus. We asked both a number of questions and their thorough and helpful answers were spectacular.
Then the food! I had the elk loin and he had the lamb. Then we added the asparagus (absolutely amazing), Mac and cheese (you’ll never make it at home again) and mashed potatoes (can I say butter?). Be sure to have the bread and butter. You’ll want to take extra butter home with you!
Aside from the amazing food, we really felt the love from Molly and Jonathon.
Thank you elk prime!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
In crested butte for fall beauty we had a wonderful surf and turf combo for 2. The meat kabobs tender, grilled oysters good and lobster tails delish. Allison the manager engaging and waitstaff lovely. Best meal during our three week Colorado tour
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We’ve been dining at Elk Avenue Prime annually for the past 7–8 years, but this recent visit was a letdown. While the ambience and service were decent, the food didn’t live up to expectations—especially given the price.
I ordered the 8oz filet for $72, and unfortunately, it was one of the toughest and most flavorless steaks I’ve had in a long time. The mac and cheese was okay, but nothing memorable. Coming from Texas, we know good beef, and this wasn’t even close.
The best part of the evening was the wine and the company. For a place we’ve consistently visited over the years, this experience was disappointing
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Cozy, enticing flavors, great wine. If you’re sharing food they split the portions for you before serving. Great for a date night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Exceptional, the service was attentive and efficient. The steaks were cooked to perfection.
Great food. One dish wasn't to our liking so they comped it. And they also gave us free dessert since we went there for our anniversary. Our waitress, Dara, was awesome.
Best steak I've had in a while. Beef tartare appetizer is excellent. Lobster tail was also worth ordering. Overall great meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Had my bachelorette dinner at Prime and had the absolute best time. The whole staff took amazing care of us, our server Joe was excellent and made perfect wine suggestions, and our food was excellent. We ordered 2 appetizers, 3 steaks, 4 sides, and 2 desserts for 6 women to share.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
From greeting till time to leave service was excellent. Our server Daryna and the other staff continued to check to ensure we were good. It was our friend's anniversary and Daryna treated us with champagne for a toast. Look forward to another visit. At the end of our meal the owner came by and thanked us.
Food was good, but service was VERY SLOW, 2nd time in a row this has happened. Liked food and service better with previous owners!!,
Dining Experience at the bar was awesome as usual. Service is incredible and the menu continues to be refined with incredible offerings.
Our family had high expectations for Elk Ave Prime, but unfortunately, our visit fell short. The steak was a letdown, lacking the quality we had anticipated. The sides were also subpar, adding to our disappointment. We recently learned that the restaurant had changed ownership, which could explain the decline in quality. Having enjoyed our fair share of steaks elsewhere, we can confidently say that Elk Ave Prime's offerings were below average, not living up to the reputation it once had. Sadly, we cannot recommend this establishment in its current state.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
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