Montauk Seafood Grill

Our visit here was amazing! We chose here to celebrate our engagement and they did not disappoint! To start off we got the Hatteras marg and Cindy lou who 2, both of which had amazing flavor! Next the Hamachi ceviche which was the most tender citrusy fish I’ve ever eaten. It had the perfect amount of spice from the Serranos and citrus from the juice mmmm so good. The Lump crab cakes were so tender and flaky packing with flavor as well, so so good. Onto the main course we got the Ahi seared tuna, the tuna itself was perfectly cooked with a delicious flavor, the stir fry that came with it was good but not something I finished due to the lack of flavor. My fiancé got the halibut and lobster mac and cheese. The halibut had a perfect tasty crust with a flaky and soft inside, the mashed potato’s with the gravy was so amazing! The mac and cheese was super dense with amazing flavor!! All and all such a great experience with amazing staff who interacted and had good conversation with us! 10/10!!

Very good. Just be willing to spend some bucks. But, you won’t leave hungry. We got the ceviche, sourdough, ahi tuna, and sea bass. And everything paired so well. OH! And the vanilla ice cream cake with port wine. Delish. Brian was our server and he was great.

Restaurant itself was beautiful and upscale, had kids menus and coloring pages. Service was a little slow but otherwise great. The crab cakes appetizer was delicious. The kids crab legs were delicious, however it ended up being $85 for a kids meal, which is absolutely outrageous! The tuna was pretty bland, and the dessert was clearly just a frozen pre made piece of ice cream cake. The food was no where worth the money. Would not recommend.

Dec 2025 review. Things went downhill this time it's the kitchen The mixed grilled vegetables were completely uncooked and hard and my filet mignon was supposed to be medium rare and it was definitely rare see the picture. My son got a ribeye and it was cooked med but his problem was the vegetables were rock hard. I am going to reduce my ratings accordingly. Previous 2024 review. One of the nicest restaurants in lionshead next to Vail. A tad pricey but you get what you pay for the quality here is usually excellent. I highly recommend the clam chowder the salmon was amazing and the ceviche was one of the best I've had in years.

Highly recommend, provided you are willing to spend $70-100 per person. Best food and service I had in Vail. We ordered the crab cakes, Ahi Tuna, and Bbq Scottish Salmon, along with the Barrel-Aged "Monhattan" and Cindy Lou Who II cocktails, for about $215 after tax and tip. Service was attentive without being bothersome. I would recommend setting an earlier reservation time and getting to the restaurant a couple minutes before. Ours was set for 6:30pm and there weren't many people seated at that point. It got busier and louder as time went on, and by the time we left the main dining area looked pretty full. This was easily the best food I have had in a long time, and will very likely be going back. I didn't get much information on dietary accommodations, there seems to be a link online about that but I would consider calling the restaurant or asking a server when you arrive to be sure about the details if that is a potential roadblock for you.

It was Labor Day Monday so we enjoyed a quiet meal on the patio. This restaurant is quaint East Coast Vibe. Specializes in Seafood entrees. My wife and I both had the Sea Bass. Excellent. Our server was friendly, casual, and timely. He recommended a nice white to pair with our meals. Great Restaurant!!

We had an amazing g dining experience at Montauk seafood grill, all the food was tasting and delicious. Our server Dominic was helpful and attentive. Fantastic evening overall!

You would think at this price point that the staff would be knowledgeable about food allergies and accommodations but as I found out last night, that’s not the case. I have celiac disease and informed our waiter before ordering. His responses and cavalier attitude should’ve been the first red flag. Unfortunately I believed what he said and ordered an entree and desert. I have been awake on and off all night being violently ill. The meal was 100% not gluten free as he claimed. I should mention that I’m typically pretty asymptomatic if it’s a smaller amount of gluten - I have never been this sick from eating at a restaurant. If you have celiac or a gluten intolerance, stay far away from this place!! Don’t let them ruin your vacation too! Also I think it’s very telling that the restaurant made no attempt to follow up with me about my experience or respond to this review. They got their $400 and I got permanent intestinal scarring without so much as an apology. Stay as far away from this place as humanely possible!

We have been here many times. Portions are VERY NICE, it may seem pricey but you will leave full. The Tuna is spectacular, my husband had short ribs, and son had a Ribeye. Wonderful wine list and all cooked perfect.

My husband and son had THE BEST Alaskan King Crab legs while we came here for vacation. What a lovely restaurant! We came here with a party of 6 and ALL of us loved our food! The waiter was top notch! Great service!

Montauk seafood grill has been on my list of dining destinations to check out while in Vail for some time and it was worth the wait. As a pescatarian I'm excited to have an upscale quality seafood restaurant conveniently located in Lions head Village. My partner and I came for a romantic dinner on a snowy Thursday evening in March. The ambience is bright but cozy, with appropriately themed art work decorating the space. Our server was super friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and gave great recommendations. We started with the crab salad appetizer which had abundant crab and a delicious sauce for dipping. We also had the basket of sourdough which was perfectly crusty and warm. For our entrees we split the Ahi Tuna - their signature dish for a reason. It was perfectly seared and so tender it melted in your mouth, served over a crispy rice cake and julienne vegetables. We also split the swordfish which I thought was just ok. It was very tender hut lacked the meaty steak-like texture I prefer for swordfish. We did not save room for desert but the selections looked delicious. I will be back to check them out next time. Overall, great dining experience if you are looking for a special evening!

Our favorite restaurant so far in Vail! From the service to the food, everything was top notch! Brenn B was our server and awesome! Very attentive and down to earth. Service was wonderful! We sat on the patio which was perfect! I had stopped in earlier to see if we could get in early and on the patio but they were full, but the hostess remembered we wanted to sit outside and at our reservation time had a great table outside for us! We started with the calamari which was light and delish. The banana peppers were a fun addition! I had the ahi tuna and my husband had the sea bass, both wonderful! My kids both had pasta, but the kids menu was extensive and had some great options! (Steak, shrimp, salmon, king crab!) We actually debated going back again the next night but decided we needed to branch out

Casual ambiance and good service. The food delicious and fresh. The menu had many interesting dishes but I ended up with clam chowder soup and miso sea bass. Both were great dishes.

I've been here a couple times - once for lunch and once for a company dinner. Both times the food was delicious and I would continue to come eat here. I opted for a veggie lettuce wrap for lunch and then had a set menu for dinner. The steak at dinner combined with a divine salad with goat cheese made for a memorable dinner. The chocolate sorbet for dessert was the best I've had and the cocktails were well made. Service has always been top notch and friendly. This is a cute restaurant in the Vail Village.

I took my 10 year old son here for a mom and son date as a reward after a doctor appointment in Edward's. We both had the Alaskan King Crab legs and they were absolutely delicious! I was pleasantly surprised at the sophisticated kids menu that offered healthy choices and balanced meals as an option. If I have to order any more chicken fingers & french fries or Mac & Cheese for my kids again, I'll lose it! He cleaned his plate and then we had the Key Lime Cheesecake that is to die for! Service was excellent. The Spicy Senorita cocktail made with Herradura Tequila was delicious with my meal and the Tito's Espresso Martini paired perfectly with the dessert! We sat in the bar area, watched the football game and enjoyed the casual setting. Montauk, "Where the Ocean Meets the Mountains" (I Love this!) was the perfect choice for us and we can't wait to go back!

We had such a great dinner. The dining room was really nice, and our waiter couldn't have been more helpful. The food was absolutely delicious. We ordered the scallops and steak and both were amazing. Even the sides were full of flavor and beautifully done. Definitely a spot I'd go back to and highly recommend if you're in Vail.

Everything was outstanding. Its a hard life, living in Colorado, being one that is completely crazy for awesome seafood. Let's face it, other than Trout, we are over 1,000 miles where the good stuff lives. We have to trust that fish and shellfish are properly stored and shipped quickly, on ice, never frozen. That's why I am astounded that I found a complete gem in the heart of the Rockies. We started with the Fried Trio and the Clams, Oysters and Shrimp were outstanding and the wife commented that the dish came with the best Tartar Sauce she has ever had. Then we move to the main dishes, of Salmon and Sea Bass. Both were prepared... just fantastic. This is BIG for me... but nothing we were served had even a hint of "fishy" taste or smell. Everything seemed fresh and clean!!!! Service from Kieran was over the top. What a great young man with impeccable manners and fun/friendly. Keep it up Montauk... we are a 2 hour drive and we will be back.

We visited Vail for a wedding and took the time to carefully review which restaurants to try. Montauk really stood out. Yes, Montauk in Vail! Don't miss this place. We started with the gazpacho and the wedge salad, followed by the salmon, lobster tail, and an addition of Dungeness crab. The sourdough bread was amazing. The only critique was the sides; the sticky rice and mashed potatoes were just okay. I would definitely come back here again. Ricky, our waiter, provided excellent service.

A solid four stars for a seafood restaurant in land locked Vail, Colorado. Average price for Vail but expensive for us middle income folks. I had their signature scallop dish and yes it was good but one side of the scallop was undercooked while the other side was overcooked. I did have a wonderful time with the hostess when I asked if their seafood was as good as Red Lobster.

I got to try some ahi, and ordered a simple salmon plate with the sesame garlic sticky rice & some veggies. The dishes are huge & you could easily share. The specialty salmon dish was also tasty. Everything was cooked well. The lime cheesecake is also worth ordering.

Stopped in for dinner and found everything to be very good. We had the lobster tail, a NY strip (slightly tough), and a trio of sorbet for dessert. The lobster tail was excellent. The service was fine. I thought the prices were a bit high, but overall the meal was pretty good, and I'd go back again.

Had high hopes based on good reviews but our experience fell short. For starters, we were the only people in the restaurant, yet it took 10 minutes for someone to come over and pour us water. After another long wait, we ordered appetizers. The carpaccio did not come with bread, and was just a plate of sliced meat. When we asked for bread, they told us the sourdough was $9 and would have to be baked for 3 minutes. Fast forward 10 minutes, and it finally comes out while our meat sat on the table. Dinner took almost 35 minutes to come out, despite my 3 person party only ordering steak and pan seared fish. Dinner was plated like it was out of a cafeteria. Very unprofessional for a $70 filet mignon which surrounded by spooned on sides. I ordered medium rare, and when I cut inside there was no pink. Fortunately, it was a high quality cut of beef, but for that amount of money. The dessert menu looked disappointing. Took another 10 minutes for our waitress to bring the check. Won't be returning ever.

Great experience! Server, Rick, was super awesome! Attentive, professional and knew his seafood - especially the oysters! Food was excellent and we eat seafood all over the US. Oysters & Dungeness crab were fresh. Dungeness crab, sea bass and sword fish were all PERFECTLY cooked. I had a coconut drink, my daughter had the blood moon and my husband wanted a Stella but they didn't have any so he had a Colorado house draft paired perfectly with his crab. Sat by a door but we weren't cold at all. Warmly lit and large windows allowed outside Christmas lighting in. Hostess was also attentive. Happy holidays!

Montauk seafood grill has been on my list of dining destinations to check out while in Vail for some time and it was worth the wait. As a pescatarian I'm excited to have an upscale quality seafood restaurant conveniently located in Lions head Village

Great seafood spot on a mountain! I tried the grill, you can pick your protein and sides. Worked well for me since I don't like things too saucy. The service is excellent. Seafood is fresh and sides were delicious! The vibe is super chill.

My wife and I went here during the Vail Beaver Creek restaurant week. I've wanted to come here for a long time because I love seafood. We started with the Restaurant Week special which was 6 oysters on the half shell with a glass of champagne. Our waiter Brian was very helpful when I asked about the four different oyster types they had. I went with his recommendations and was not disappointed. I don't remember what the types were but I was happy as a cl...oyster. For my entree, I ordered the Chilean Sea Bass and it was cooked perfectly. It had a nice crystal in it and the fish was SO good. My wife got a dish of sweet potato and apple as well as a small salad. Everything was very good. Our waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu and super attentive. He had great recommendations and was fun to chat with too. We had a great experience and would definitely go back. The prices are what you would expect from a high end seafood restaurant in Vail.

Food and service didn't deliver unfortunately. We were seated in bar party of 6, only regular seating in bar... it was empty in there otherwise. Service was mediocre and food just ok. We are here for a month and have been twice and really wanted to like it. Not worth the money.

When I was scrolling open table for places to eat at in vail on our trip this place came highly recommended and kept popping up. I hesitated to make reservations at first. We were next door and the bartender actually talked us to going for dinner. We went in off season so they were pretty empty. We ordered the oysters (raw) my fiancé had shrimp and I had a delicious steak topped with crab meat. I will say we were too impressed with the sides that were offered. I feel like they were lacking. However the main courses were absolutely delicious. If you come here plan to get the oysters. Honestly they were my favorite part of the meal. Very upscale restaurant.

Food was quite tasty (my expectations for seafood in the Rockies was not high) and the service pleasant. None of the dishes were exceptional, but solid. The sprouts could have been roasted a bit longer, though my seared tuna was quite good. That said, extremely expensive for the quality. 45-60 for entrees, that after tasting the Sea Bass and tuna I feel confident in saying are good, not great. Still, a nice night out if you're in the mood for seafood.

Montauk is dining experience you'll want to try when visiting Lionshead Village adjacent to Vail Village. It's been there for over 30 years and is one of the few places that you can enjoy fresh seafood in Lionshead. It's centrally located in Lionshead Village with great cocktails and wine to accompany its fresh food. Montauk has a fun atmosphere as it feels like you're near the ocean although you're landlocked and tucked into the Rockies of Colorado. For being a seafood grill there is plenty on the menu for everybody, even those who don't enjoy seafood. I was eating with family and we started with cocktails. I had "The Monk's Last Word" and it was done well. My girlfriend and I started with splitting the baby green salad with winter fruit and the artisan sourdough bread. I ordered the black angus filet mignon and she ordered the pan seared Chilean sea bass. They both were delicious. For dessert we had the trio of sorbets and the key lime cheesecake. Everything was good and the presentation of the food was fun and lively. The service wasn't so attentive but it didn't matter because of the good company. It's on the expensive side but on par for Vail. This is a comfortable yet classy place without trying too hard. If you want a good seafood restaurant in Lionshead Vail without feeling out of place, you'll want to give Montauk Seafood Grill a try.

A huge fan of Montauk Seafood Grill! While staying at The Hythe in Vail, Co. I had to find something for dinner each night as the village somewhat closes down in October just before the ski season rush. After the first night at Montauk, I knew I'd return again before leaving town! The first night I had their Filet, Whipped Potatoes, Bacon Brussels, and a cup of their Clam Chowder! The clam chowder was spot on and very fresh tasting. The filet was one of the better ones that I've had in some time! Cooked exactly as ordered, and coupled with their house made potatoes and Brussel sprouts, this was an awesome entree!! Returning again before leaving town, I had to get their Scallops & Grits! Grits are not created equal, but these are right out of the Deep South! The scallops are large and fried perfectly golden brown. The entree is very rich, but it is well worth the experience! BTW, don't cheat yourself out of experiencing the Sand Pie!

Something of a disappointment tonight. The halibut was decent and nicely sized, but the accompaniment was a fairly unpleasant salad of older lettuce and some chopped vegies - not as described on the menu. We wondered where the starter bread course was, and she said they'd discontinued it, but we could order a side of sourdough bread which we did. Unhappily the bread arrived after the entree was served, so we declined accepting it. Sue's three scallops were seared properly and pleasant but she did finish the same salad I did not enjoy. A simple bottle of German Pinot Blanc wine was expensive as expected. For the $200+ we spent, I have to say this is another of the one and dones we've experienced eating out lately. Will not return again.

Dinner reservation at 8:15 day of for 8 adults, 3 toddlers: Menu on yelp, the website, and others were out of date. Current menu attached. Service took forever. We had most of our order planned out due making the reservation prior, but the whole service took 2 hours. Drinks and appetizers came at a reasonable time, but the main course took over an hour. Food itself was mediocre and incredibly varied. Fried shrimp for the kids were passable, and the East Coast oysters were probably the best part of the dinner. For the entrees, our table got 2 miso sea bass, 1 filet, 2 ny strip, 1 herb crusted-halibut, 1 scallops, and 1 of the straight grilled sea bass (pictured) The chef special items were tasty. The grilled sea bass was overly seasoned and one of the new york strips was incredibly bland. For how pricy the meal was, the consistency was awful. The sides were pretty decent, but the sticky rice was literally just garlic seasoned Asian rice.

Fabulous! Service and food! A great place for us to celebrate my daughter's 30th birthday! Thank you Montauk and Jade for making our evening wonderful!

TLDR: Service is excellent, but food is on the pricier side. That said, prices are comparable to most fine dining restaurants in Vail. The Pork Chop is excellent, but as the restaurant is known for their seafood, I would highly recommends trying the Ahi Tuna Tacos. ... The Ahi Tuna Tacos were delicious (featured in the pictures below). Although the portion size was small - only two miniature tacos - the taco was not only crispy but the flavors fit so well together. For the entrees, we ordered the Swordfish with two sides, the Pork Chop, and the NY Strip Steak. The Pork Chop was excellent and the serving size was just right, leaning towards too large. The NY Strip Steak was alright - not as juicy and tender as I expected and the hash browns were slightly too salty. The Swordfish was delicious and flavorful. Overall, service was excellent - our waiter was very accommodating with our requests and took the time to explain the menu to us.

The Chief's Chilean Sea Bass . Excellent Lobster Scallops over pasta.. Excellent.. Great Experience

Very classic steak and seafood restaurant. Their menus change a lot so pictures in yelp are not representative of their current menu. The canadian mussels had a rich sauce which goes well with bread although the mussels themselves could have used more time cooking as a few mussels were closed and some had a raw unseasoned flavor They know how to cool steak so you cant go wrong with either the filet mignon or the ribeye. The portion size is definitely filling so come hungry!

Being that it was two days before Christmas in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic I was a bit hesitant to venture out to eat. (My assumption was that because of the upcoming holiday, and due to being reduced capacity -- only 20% -- that perhaps service and quality could be lacking.) I could not have been more wrong! The hosts were masked, gracious, and constantly cleaning the entryway doors. Our server Adam was attentive and made some great recommendations. To drink we enjoyed their "Monhattan" and glasses of prosecco. For our meals we had two varieties of east coast oysters, miso glazed sea scallops, the filet with a crab cake on the side, and the sand pie for dessert. Everything was delicious, prepared to perfection, and was really one of the most pleasant dining experiences I've had in a long time. (That's not just the quarantine talking either!) If we get back to Vail, I'd make it a point to eat there again!

Perfect ambiance and meal in Lionshead. Our waitstaff was so friendly. Love how much seafood variety the menu has, wow! Had the halibut for my main, which was amazing. My husband shared a cowboy ribeye with King crab legs--excellent again! Can't wait to come back when in the Vail area!

Great place for seafood, service was intermittent but they were training new staff. We sat outside by the flowers and it was relaxing. It is pricey however.

Great food usually never fails. Some of the vegetables with the bass were undercooked and inedible. Calamari was greasy but the pesto grilled cheese is perfect. Had to ask the drunk table next to us to be quieter bc they were over served.

While visiting Vail, we were walking around Lions head village while checking out Octoberfest and stumbled upon Montauk. After checking out their posted menu, the wife and I decided we needed to give this place a shot because let's be honest, good seafood in Colorado is scarce. My wife made us reservations for Sunday evening @6:15. We arrived on time and were immediately seated and greeted by our waitress who was pleasant. We did not get any starters or drinks, just quickly ordered our meals. I have been wanting to try halibut for some time and after seeing it on the menu, I figured now was the time. I'm a sucker for king crab legs, so being able to add them Ala carte, well that was a no-brainer!. My wife ordered grilled scallops with Brussel sprouts and butternut squash. Since I have never had halibut, I have nothing to compare it to. It was pretty good, but not remarkable. I feel like it needed a sauce. I was a little disappointed in the lack of side options. I went with whipped potatoes and soy rice. The star of the show was definitely the crab legs. They were fantastic! I had one of my wife's scallops and they were really good. I'm not typically a fan of sprouts, but they were decent. All-in-all, Montauk is a solid seafood restaurant and I'll be back

I came to Montauk with family after a day of skiing, and safe to say we were starving. This place did not disappoint. Although we were late for our reservation we were sat immediately, which was much appreciated. The atmosphere is low light and noise, and can be romantic if that's what you are looking for. Everyone in our party thought the food was amazing. Tuna tacos - raw tuna with a tomato herb topping. Absolutely delicious. The tuna wasn't tough, was the perfect texture. Alaskan king crab meal - the crab meat was fantastic. They split the legs so it was very easy to get out. The Brussels sprouts were fine, I personally prefer them a little more well done but the seasoning was good. The mashed potatoes were creamy and garlicky. Sand pie - this was an amazing dessert. Doused in caramel and chocolate, this had a Graham cracker crust and vanilla chocolate chip ice cream, which had a smooth creamy texture. Definitely coming back here next time I'm in town. This place is a must!

Long story short, good food but bad service. We had a dinner reservation but arrived 15 mins early, so we sat at the bar and got some drinks while we waited for our table. I got the spicy senorita with the Don Julio tequila substitute. Very delicious, loved the kick! Once we were seated, we ordered all of our dishes at once, from wine to entrees. We wanted a bottle of Artemis cabernet, but they were out of it, so we got the Pride mountain vineyards cabernet. For appetizers, we got a half-dozen oysters, New England clam chowder (Tender Atlantic Littleneck Clams, Cream, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Fresh Herbs), and heirloom beet & citrus salad (Ricotta, Grapefruit, Toasted Pistachios, Oranges, Micro Greens, Citrus-Shallot Vinaigrette). Loved the oysters. The chowder was pretty dang good - we wished they'd split it for us into two small bowls, but we made do. The beet and citrus salad was IMPECCABLE. And they split this for us into two dishes, so that was very nice. Loved the combination of beets with the sweet ricotta cheese and that tangy sweetness of grapefruit pieces! Now, this is where we felt service went downhill. We waited over 30 minutes for our entrees to come out, and our waitress did not check in with us at all during that time. We eventually had to flag down another waiter and ask him to check on our dishes. 5 minutes later, our entrees were out. No acknowledgement from our waitress regarding the wait time... So we were a little displeased with that part. For entrees, we got the braised black angus short rib (Soy-Ginger Glaze, Toasted Garlic & Sesame Sticky Rice, Pickled Red Cabbage With Serrano Chiles, Pan Jus Reduction) with 3 giant white prawns on the side, and pan blackened sea scallops (Sweet Corn Buttermilk Whipped Potatoes, Maine Lobster & Garlic Pan Sauce, Micro Arugula In Lemon Vinaigrette). The short rib went very well with the rice. And definitely enjoyed those prawns! The scallops are very large - 3 pieces total, and very salty! We couldn't finish them. However, they are done to the perfect temperature/texture. Good meal and good company, but could improve service.

Excellent restaurant for a special occasion. Food is superb. And so is the service. Went there on a Saturday night for a birthday dinner. No complains from us at all except it is very expensive and loud inside. We had some of the most delicious seafood and steak ever. Everything was done to perfection. Even the fillet mignon was a party in your mouth. I don't know how they did their mash potatoes, but it was really good. They even gave us a free birthday dessert. Almost like a mud pie - again, really good. Will definitely be back again for another special occasion.

My local friend recommended this place, so we celebrated my birthday here on a Monday night. They're social distancing, but the place was still pretty full. Had reservations for 8:15PM, got there @ 7:15PM and they were able to accommodate us! Favorites/What We Ordered: + Bone-in Ribeye w/ 2 sides (spinach/mashed potatoes) 5/5 + Oysters, 5/5 After paying double the price @ The Fitz for awful steak, we were a bit concerned. Luckily, Montauk was half the price and 100% better than The Fitz. Played by Yelp. Eugh. Had enough left over to eat the next day. Soooo good! A perfect medium rare, unlike some other place. Recommend snagging reservations a day or two before!

Came in for a anniversary dinner. With our 2 kids. They do have a kids menu so thats a plus. We started off with1/2 dz oysters in the halfshell and 10g of Caviar. which were absolutely great! as for entrées, my wife and son both ordered the 8oz filet and shared a lobster tail. It looked, they didnt let me try it. Myself the scallops with risotto, which I enjoyed. See pictures below. Definitely a must visit place when in Vail.

All the seafoods are fresh! Good service! Nice environment! Need an appointment! Good cocktails, refresh the day after all skiing!

Delish!! We could not decide what to get on their menu because it all looked so amazing. All their seafood is fresh. Luckily, our server helped us choose - he was very helpful in describing the dishes and steering us in the right direction. Two of us got the pork chop Milanese which was incredible and one of us got the scallops which were also amazing. This was an upscale atmosphere but there were still folks coming in after skiing with ski clothes on so it still felt casual and welcoming.

"You can't eat a whole pound of crab," he said. That's the closest thing I've heard to a dare in a long time... so I had to try. You are correct if your initial reaction to the idea of consuming an entire pound of Dungeness crab, complete with butter, potatoes and vegetables is a little gross. Blame it on Coronavirus or stress, but I've definitely gained some weight over the last 6 months. But I digress. I ordered the crab and I ate most of it. With some help. And some oysters. And had a few glasses of wine as well. Montauk Seafood Grill is a fancy(ish) place to get your seafood fix, in my case a whole pound of crab. They take reservations for indoor seating or first come, first served for the outdoor patio. Pro tip: Arrive early (before 6:30) and you can get on that patio waitlist pretty easy, even on a Saturday night. If you're not interested in weighing your food before consuming it, they have plenty of other options, including east and west coast oysters and a giant ribeye dish for two. Me, I like my crab and I'm not ashamed to say it.

This was an amazing meal. EVERYTHING was fresh & well-prepared. We were there on opening night for the season. We had the tower and as much fun eating it as exploring all of its flavors & variety. Service was professional ... Side note: we had to ask our wait staff-in-training to allow us to finish our appetizers before serving the tower; we didn't want to be rushed. Birthday dinner:-) ABSOLUTELY recommend this restaurant!

Surprised I haven't reviewed it previously as it's high on SBN's approved Vail eateries - over the last few years, it's gotten outrageously loud, the food is a bit on autopilot, and the prices, while normal for a mountain town, are a bit much. If you're trying to eat at peak time, not recommended to go with companions you care abt hearing, as the roar is akin to a LAX tarmac - vibe is cozy if a bit dowdy - a facelift to brighten it wouldn't hurt - for starters, treat yourself to the sourdough - it's chewy, yeasty deliciousness - otherwise, I am partial to a wedge salad, though the mussels, and pretty much anything from the raw bar will do the job. Mains are tired - there has to be another take on seared tuna aside from pairing it with a rice cake and some wasabi - pan roasted sea bass is as buttery as expected, but for $57, nothing thrilling. I usually go for the grill with two sides - a salmon sometimes, others a scallop, or a seared yellowtail. The sides are kind of just slopped on the plate and clearly prepared hours ago. I'm happiest at dessert - the sandpie (chocolate ice cream, graham cracker, sin) - but again, will it blow your mind? Maybe if it was 2003. Service is friendly and perfunctory. Make a res at least 10 days in advance during season. Salads/starters - $16-195 (seafood tower), mains $41-125. Din for four with drinks, dessert will be $400ish. There isn't a ton of new food Vail/Lionshead - Montauk is sliding into a "meh, I guess" from an old stanby.

Visited Montauk this evening with my parents and loved it!! We started with cocktails which were made very well (my mom raves about their dirty martinis) and the Manhattan is delicious! Excellent selection of oysters, we tried some of each. I don't eat mignonette with my oysters but dipped a spoon in it and Montauk's is delicious! I highly recommend the clam chowder!! My parents each had the wedge salad and it was fine, but a wedge is a wedge. One of the specials this evening was grouper; my husband and dad ordered that with rice and the broccolini and that was very good, though my mom and I preferred our dinners. We ordered the herb-crusted halibut... it was heavenly!! I didn't 100% care for the dressing on the greens that come with that dish, but next time will just ask for something different because greens were a nice offset to the halibut and potatoes. The beurre blanc was some of the best I've had! For dessert we ordered the sorbet trio and it was more than enough for the 4 of us after such a nice meal!! Service was incredible and we would absolutely come back for another special occasion! (Lacking the 5th star because the wine list is a little nutty. Most of the wine offerings are priced outrageously for what they are, even for a restaurant.)

The chowder is a 5 The fish tacos a 3 The bartender a 5 HOWEVER, any bar that is light on the Irish Whiskey runs dangerously close to being sacrilegious. It's a great location but the prices are a bit vail ish and considering your options when in town it's probably one to skip.

We really enjoyed all of our entree . I had the special it was a red sauce with all sorts of amazing seafood in it. My son got the tuna which was awesome and cooked just right. My wife had the scallops and pasta and it was very delicious. I had the blueberry mule which wasn't that great. The desserts were good as well the dessert special was great. This place is worth going to if your visiting vail and want seafood Resturant.

Our new favorite place in Vail. Service, food, ambiance were all great. Being from SW Kansas we don't have much of a chance for great seafood, but Montauk hit the spot. Oyster shooters, caviar, salmon, and even the filet was great.

Shocking that some of my best seafood meals are here - so far from any ocean. But it's solid!