Gessner - Vail

Buffet breakfast restaurant where there is a long line in the morning (8:00 a.m.) is quick tip to go after 9 a.m. after the rush. Of course, if you hurry for first lifts, then you must be earlier than that to hit the crowd. Buffet breakfast spread is repetitive and would appreciate if there was a bit of variation as we stayed at the hotel for a week and the breakfast selection was the same during the week.

Excellent starters, entrees, desserts and cocktail menu. Do not miss the duck, Maple Creek cocktail and meat and cheese board.

Situated within the Grand Hyatt, we received a warm welcome as we were shown to our seats. From the moment our waiter, Travis, introduced himself, the service and overall experience were exceptional. He was both knowledgeable and friendly, offering fantastic recommendations. The food was absolutely delicious, featuring a squash salad, pretzel bread, lemon thyme chicken with lentils and butternut squash, and ending with a cherry tart topped with cream cheese ice. Everything was simply amazing.

The food at Gessner's is outstanding. Located in the Grand Hyatt, both the restaurant and the hotel are stunningly beautiful. After a long day of skiing, we were delighted to dine in the lobby area. I highly recommend this place!

Overall, it was quite an expensive outing with drinks, food, and dessert, but it was a lovely experience, especially if you don’t dine out often. Just a tip: they initially present you with their high-end menu, so be sure to ask for the bar menu if you find the pricier options overwhelming—you’ll feel like a confused outsider struggling to understand what's going on!