My partner and I celebrated our anniversary here coming from the Keystone Lodge and Spa. I ordered the venison, and my girlfriend ordered the salmon, and both dishes were exceptional! For drinks, I ordered a Ranch 75 (basically a French 75) and the Paper Plane, the bar has the classics nailed! Catrina made the night special, and Mike talked to us about the history of the Lodge. Overall, this was an amazing spot to spend our anniversary!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pamela Bennett-Baker
We enjoyed a celebratory meal here New Year’s Eve. The food, atmosphere, and service was top notch….this was a very memorable experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gabriel Rhoads
This place charges Michelin-star prices while delivering an Outback Steakhouse experience.
You typically choose a restaurant like this for exceptional food, a distinctive ambiance, or a memorable experience—ideally, all three. Unfortunately, it delivered on none of them.
While the food was decent, nothing stood out as unique, refined, or complex. It was no better than what you’d expect from any competent mid-range restaurant, making the pricing and time difficult to justify.
The experience itself was equally underwhelming. Service was inconsistent and inattentive, with forgotten plates, missed orders, and even drinks spilled during service—basic errors that shouldn’t occur at this type of establishment.
In the end, neither the food nor the experience justified the time or cost. If you’re looking for average food at a premium price, this is the place to find it.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Ashley Austin
The Keystone Ranch restaurant has enormous potential and the building itself is a beautiful, classic western log structure. However, there were several issues with our meal here that should not have occurred at this restaurant’s price point ($100+ per person). First, it took the waitress more than 25 minutes to come over to take our order once we were seated. She did not explain the menu as promised either when she did come. We had the Delice de Bourgogne as our appetizer and the soft and creamy cheese was one of the best cheeses that I have ever had. It then took more than an hour for our main meals to come. It took so long that the waitress brought out extra soups for us. My husband’s bison ribeye steak (listed for $125 on the menu) came out cold and they gave us a side of wild mushrooms that tasted like seaweed instead of the mushroom cream sauce he had ordered. We told both our waitress and the man who had brought out the food about us not receiving the sauce. It then took 15 minutes to receive it, meaning that my husband had already finished eating by that time. My steak frites was rather tough and difficult to cut, I honestly have had better at the cafeteria at work. Fortunately, the waitress did take 25% off our bill and waived the mushroom cream sauce due to the issues. Additionally, we were seated in the extension room that did not receive the heat from the main room. We had to ask for them to turn the fireplace back on and had to wear our winter coats for warmth during the dinner. Prior to eating here, I also had received a survey asking about any dietary restrictions and if it was a special occasion. It was our wedding anniversary so I selected that option, but it never was acknowledged. If the restaurant doesn’t intend to acknowledge special occasions, they shouldn’t ask. All together, the experience took more than 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Blue Moose
Everything was BEYOND AMAZING!! The team really goes above and beyond to make you feel welcome, at home and taken care of. The new chef, Chef Sean, is a Phenomenal Chef that knows how to pair flavors textures and components perfectly. Every bite is perfectly balanced and delicious that makes you wanna go back for more. The new menu, showcases rustic Colorado flavors in an upscale fashion with every bite being better than the last. If you’re looking for a wonderful dinner Look no further than the Keystone Ranch!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Geri Persinger
We booked Keystone Ranch months in advance for a birthday dinner, excited to try the highly recommended restaurant. Unfortunately, it turned into a disappointment from the start. The online menu (which had been posted all summer) did not match the actual menu—no Braised Short Ribs, no Elk Bolognese, and most upsetting, no Grand Marnier Soufflé or Cast Iron Apple Crisp that they're known for. The server admitted management refuses to update the website despite repeated guest complaints. It felt like an actual bait-and-switch. The food and service were uneven. The grilled jumbo shrimp cocktail was outstanding, but my half-roasted chicken was served over limp vegetables on top of lumpy, grainy polenta. Service was extremely slow, with tables seated after us—a table of 4 and even a table of 8—receiving their food first. Servers didn't even know who had ordered what, which is unacceptable at this level of dining. To make matters worse, the birthday noted on our reservation was overlooked until we brought it to their attention ourselves. At another restaurant the next night, the staff recognized the birthday immediately, showing the level of attention and care we expected here. Ultimately, this was not the celebration we had planned. With misleading menus, inconsistent service, and a lack of attention to detail, Keystone Ranch was a complete letdown. We won't be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Harley Haase
Worst Cowboy Ribeye steak I've ever eaten. Tough and full of fat and gristle. Pathetic!!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Becky Dowdy
Stopped by for lunch on the patio. We had wonderful views! You order at the bar and food is brought to you, it's a little more self service at lunch. This was the perfect atmosphere we were looking for. Also a limited lunch menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Patrick Busteed
Nice place to enjoy the 19th hole! Food was good, views great , and staff friendly. A bit pricey, but not bad.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Emily Wimbush
Unfortunately, our party of 5 was completely underwhelmed. I had looked at the menu listed on resort/restaurant’s website. While expensive, we were celebrating so happy to go somewhere special. First of all, though the reservation was made months in advance, there was no table waiting for us and we were informed that we had no reservations. Lucky for us, we had a printout of not only the confirmation, but the fact that we had already paid the $50 cost to ensure the reservation. They eventually put together a table that did not accommodate the numbers in our party, and had to remind them of how many of us were dining. Eventually, we were seated. My biggest complaint is that the menu on website was similar, but at least half of the items were different. Now, I know some items can be seasonal, etc, but this was not the case. It was especially upsetting that the menu online clearly stated that the steaks (priced from $60+) were not only now more expensive, but came with nothing else. According to the website they were to be served with special Boursin Mashed Potatoes and 1 side item included. I specifically asked if anything was included and was told no, steaks just come with a sauce! So then we ordered sides of asparagus and broccolini, which were now listed as more expensive than menu online. Unfortunately, both of these side items came drowned in some sort of butter cream sauce Leaving you unable to taste the vegetables, and said vegetables were basically raw under said sauce. Now I love a bit of fresh snap on my veg, but be assured, this was not that. While my corn and gnocchi dish was very tasty, my Mother hardly touched her crab salad. She’s not very picky, so I was surprised to hear her complain about her corn tasting as if had come from a can and that they could have gone to Kroger just down the street for fresh corn that is in season. While these were very serious to problems the chef and manager need to overcome, I will say that the service waiters were very good, the ambiance cozy and pleasant overlooking the mountains and the parking was easy and plentiful. Keystone Management needs to get their act together, update their menu online regularly, and consider bringing in secret shopping dining to evaluate their dining experiences.
First of all, the food that we ordered was first rate but here is the rub, two of the four steaks were not available. This is a steak restaurant and you should never have an experience where half the steak options were not available. Two of the starters were not available either. We also learned that this restaurant was owned by Vail Associates and not someone local from Keystone. Some personalized focus from Vail Associates is needed at this restaurant. I hope to come back in the future but coming to a steakhouse and they tell you that they are out of steaks should never happen. This restaurant deserves better and I hope to have a better experience in the future.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 1
Trixie Fever
The Ranch is just not what it once was. While the waitstaff and the beautiful location remain as wonderful as ever, the food has not. The menu is significantly diminished. The choices extremely limited. On the plus side, the fillets we had were of excellent quality, but the sides were disappointing. And ridiculously, they don’t even have bread service. The dessert was inedible. They apologized and explained they had a new chef… but, really? I am a longtime fan of The Ranch and have seen it through many transitions, but regrettably this will be the last time.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Pepe Zapata
The first time I went was 30 years ago. The last time before last night was 10 years ago. It was just as good as ever. Our waiter Austin took extremely great care of us and made some great recommendations. I will definitely be going back and hope it’s not in another 10 years before.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mj Morgan
Love Keystone Ranch. Especially the wedding coordinators and staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Megan Naves
Beautiful views, professional staff and delicious foods ... Best golf course atmosphere I have experienced, EVER.
My partner and I celebrated our anniversary here coming from the Keystone Lodge and Spa. I ordered the venison, and my girlfriend ordered the salmon, and both dishes were exceptional! For drinks, I ordered a Ranch 75 (basically a French 75) and the Paper Plane, the bar has the classics nailed! Catrina made the night special, and Mike talked to us about the history of the Lodge. Overall, this was an amazing spot to spend our anniversary!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We enjoyed a celebratory meal here New Year’s Eve. The food, atmosphere, and service was top notch….this was a very memorable experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place charges Michelin-star prices while delivering an Outback Steakhouse experience.
You typically choose a restaurant like this for exceptional food, a distinctive ambiance, or a memorable experience—ideally, all three. Unfortunately, it delivered on none of them.
While the food was decent, nothing stood out as unique, refined, or complex. It was no better than what you’d expect from any competent mid-range restaurant, making the pricing and time difficult to justify.
The experience itself was equally underwhelming. Service was inconsistent and inattentive, with forgotten plates, missed orders, and even drinks spilled during service—basic errors that shouldn’t occur at this type of establishment.
In the end, neither the food nor the experience justified the time or cost. If you’re looking for average food at a premium price, this is the place to find it.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The Keystone Ranch restaurant has enormous potential and the building itself is a beautiful, classic western log structure. However, there were several issues with our meal here that should not have occurred at this restaurant’s price point ($100+ per person). First, it took the waitress more than 25 minutes to come over to take our order once we were seated. She did not explain the menu as promised either when she did come. We had the Delice de Bourgogne as our appetizer and the soft and creamy cheese was one of the best cheeses that I have ever had. It then took more than an hour for our main meals to come. It took so long that the waitress brought out extra soups for us. My husband’s bison ribeye steak (listed for $125 on the menu) came out cold and they gave us a side of wild mushrooms that tasted like seaweed instead of the mushroom cream sauce he had ordered. We told both our waitress and the man who had brought out the food about us not receiving the sauce. It then took 15 minutes to receive it, meaning that my husband had already finished eating by that time. My steak frites was rather tough and difficult to cut, I honestly have had better at the cafeteria at work. Fortunately, the waitress did take 25% off our bill and waived the mushroom cream sauce due to the issues. Additionally, we were seated in the extension room that did not receive the heat from the main room. We had to ask for them to turn the fireplace back on and had to wear our winter coats for warmth during the dinner. Prior to eating here, I also had received a survey asking about any dietary restrictions and if it was a special occasion. It was our wedding anniversary so I selected that option, but it never was acknowledged. If the restaurant doesn’t intend to acknowledge special occasions, they shouldn’t ask. All together, the experience took more than 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Everything was BEYOND AMAZING!! The team really goes above and beyond to make you feel welcome, at home and taken care of. The new chef, Chef Sean, is a Phenomenal Chef that knows how to pair flavors textures and components perfectly. Every bite is perfectly balanced and delicious that makes you wanna go back for more. The new menu, showcases rustic Colorado flavors in an upscale fashion with every bite being better than the last. If you’re looking for a wonderful dinner Look no further than the Keystone Ranch!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We booked Keystone Ranch months in advance for a birthday dinner, excited to try the highly recommended restaurant. Unfortunately, it turned into a disappointment from the start. The online menu (which had been posted all summer) did not match the actual menu—no Braised Short Ribs, no Elk Bolognese, and most upsetting, no Grand Marnier Soufflé or Cast Iron Apple Crisp that they're known for. The server admitted management refuses to update the website despite repeated guest complaints. It felt like an actual bait-and-switch.
The food and service were uneven. The grilled jumbo shrimp cocktail was outstanding, but my half-roasted chicken was served over limp vegetables on top of lumpy, grainy polenta. Service was extremely slow, with tables seated after us—a table of 4 and even a table of 8—receiving their food first. Servers didn't even know who had ordered what, which is unacceptable at this level of dining.
To make matters worse, the birthday noted on our reservation was overlooked until we brought it to their attention ourselves. At another restaurant the next night, the staff recognized the birthday immediately, showing the level of attention and care we expected here.
Ultimately, this was not the celebration we had planned. With misleading menus, inconsistent service, and a lack of attention to detail, Keystone Ranch was a complete letdown. We won't be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Worst Cowboy Ribeye steak I've ever eaten. Tough and full of fat and gristle. Pathetic!!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Stopped by for lunch on the patio. We had wonderful views! You order at the bar and food is brought to you, it's a little more self service at lunch. This was the perfect atmosphere we were looking for. Also a limited lunch menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Nice place to enjoy the 19th hole! Food was good, views great , and staff friendly. A bit pricey, but not bad.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Unfortunately, our party of 5 was completely underwhelmed. I had looked at the menu listed on resort/restaurant’s website. While expensive, we were celebrating so happy to go somewhere special. First of all, though the reservation was made months in advance, there was no table waiting for us and we were informed that we had no reservations. Lucky for us, we had a printout of not only the confirmation, but the fact that we had already paid the $50 cost to ensure the reservation. They eventually put together a table that did not accommodate the numbers in our party, and had to remind them of how many of us were dining. Eventually, we were seated. My biggest complaint is that the menu on website was similar, but at least half of the items were different. Now, I know some items can be seasonal, etc, but this was not the case. It was especially upsetting that the menu online clearly stated that the steaks (priced from $60+) were not only now more expensive, but came with nothing else. According to the website they were to be served with special Boursin Mashed Potatoes and 1 side item included. I specifically asked if anything was included and was told no, steaks just come with a sauce! So then we ordered sides of asparagus and broccolini, which were now listed as more expensive than menu online.
Unfortunately, both of these side items came drowned in some sort of butter cream sauce
Leaving you unable to taste the vegetables, and said vegetables were basically raw under said sauce. Now I love a bit of fresh snap on my veg, but be assured, this was not that. While my corn and gnocchi dish was very tasty, my Mother hardly touched her crab salad. She’s not very picky, so I was surprised to hear her complain about her corn tasting as if had come from a can and that they could have gone to Kroger just down the street for fresh corn that is in season.
While these were very serious to problems the chef and manager need to overcome, I will say that the service waiters were very good, the ambiance cozy and pleasant overlooking the mountains and the parking was easy and plentiful. Keystone Management needs to get their act together, update their menu online regularly, and consider bringing in secret shopping dining to evaluate their dining experiences.
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First of all, the food that we ordered was first rate but here is the rub, two of the four steaks were not available. This is a steak restaurant and you should never have an experience where half the steak options were not available. Two of the starters were not available either. We also learned that this restaurant was owned by Vail Associates and not someone local from Keystone. Some personalized focus from Vail Associates is needed at this restaurant. I hope to come back in the future but coming to a steakhouse and they tell you that they are out of steaks should never happen. This restaurant deserves better and I hope to have a better experience in the future.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 1
The Ranch is just not what it once was. While the waitstaff and the beautiful location remain as wonderful as ever, the food has not. The menu is significantly diminished. The choices extremely limited. On the plus side, the fillets we had were of excellent quality, but the sides were disappointing. And ridiculously, they don’t even have bread service. The dessert was inedible. They apologized and explained they had a new chef… but, really? I am a longtime fan of The Ranch and have seen it through many transitions, but regrettably this will be the last time.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
The first time I went was 30 years ago. The last time before last night was 10 years ago. It was just as good as ever. Our waiter Austin took extremely great care of us and made some great recommendations. I will definitely be going back and hope it’s not in another 10 years before.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love Keystone Ranch. Especially the wedding coordinators and staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beautiful views, professional staff and delicious foods ... Best golf course atmosphere I have experienced, EVER.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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