Sauce on the Blue

Sauce on the Blue: A True Silverthorne Gem If you find yourself winding through Summit County looking for a dining experience that perfectly balances mountain charm with sophisticated flavors, look no further than Sauce on the Blue. Often described by locals as a "hidden gem," this spot manages to capture a specific kind of magic that many resort-town restaurants miss. Atmosphere & Vibe From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere sets the stage for a memorable evening. It strikes that elusive chord between upscale Italian bistro and cozy mountain lodge. Whether you’re seated in the warm, wood-accented dining room or out on the patio during the summer months, the vibe is consistently energetic yet intimate. The restaurant sits right along the Blue River, and the sound of the water provides a serene backdrop that makes you feel miles away from the hustle of the nearby shopping outlets. The Experience The service is attentive without being overbearing, contributing to the "neighborhood favorite" feel. It’s the kind of place where you feel just as comfortable celebrating an anniversary in a dress shirt as you do grabbing a post-skiing meal in your favorite sweater. Why It’s a Must-Visit What truly makes it a hidden gem is the consistency. While many tourist-heavy spots rely on their location, Sauce on the Blue relies on quality. The menu is a thoughtful tribute to Italian cuisine, but the great vibe is what keeps people coming back. It’s a place that feels like a secret you’re lucky to have been let in on—a warm, inviting sanctuary with a view that is second to none in Silverthorne. If you want a meal that feels like a destination in itself, this is it.

Great Restaurant to eat, drink, and ENJOY in Silverthorn. If you like Brussel sprouts the appetizer is AMAZING and a Good portion size at that. The hard cider on the menu I had was good and they have a Huge FULL Bar ready to appease your adult beverage needs. The chicken Marsala my friend had looked Great and she says it was. I took off one little star and debated doing so because my gluten free pizza 🍕 was Alright But Not Great. The sausage on it seemed a bit over cooked and the thin crust was a little charred. The chocolate dessert cake is rich and tasty, one sufficed for two people. Don't get me wrong on this critique, Sauce on the Blue is Good and worth the visit, so Go drink, eat, and ENJOY!!

The food was good, our server was nice, but seemed to be quick to rush off elsewhere rather than talk to us too much, but it was a little busy so we understand. She checked on us and did her job perfectly so we're satisfied. I cant remember her name though. And the atmosphere was cozy and modern which I always appreciate a good atmosphere. I'd definitely come back if I lived in the area.

We enjoyed our meal at this nice sit-down Italian restaurant. I would especially recommend the fried calamari! It was crispy and well-seasoned and there was a lot of calamari. The service was friendly and the dining environment was nice too. They were super busy when we went!

Great dining experience and a wonderful selection of Bourbons. Staff was very knowledgeable and courteous. Happy hour until 4:30 p.m. even on the weekends

This restaurant has a lot of seating and the lady at the podium was really nice. The food was good but I can't say I was overly impressed with it. I placed a to go order. It came out quickly and was still pretty hot when I got back to my hotel. I really liked the tomatoes and spinach in the pasta but the sauce seemed pretty bland and basic for $30 plus tax. There was also nothing else included with it like bread or a small salad. I did ask for chicken to be added and I could tell it was fresh cooked chicken breast. But again, it didn't have a lot of flavor. I can't say that I would return if not for my company paying for it. I did really like their staff, though. Both ladies I talked with were very helpful and sweet.

Hi Sauce!! First of all what a beautiful restaurant. Nestled up against the Blue River. Thus….Sauce on Blue. Awesome patio too!! We were staying at AirBNB about 7 miles away. We crew of 8 was tired. So we called to order TO GO. I had one with dairy allergies. During the call I was impressed with the seriousness they took the allergy. We got there and even though they were packed our order was ready to go. We got home and there was cheese on our non dairy order. Bummer. Some of you are wondering why the five star review? Because of the way they handled and recovered from the mistake. Professional apologetic, and just wanting to make things right. We did drive back and picked up the correct non dairy order. I was impressed with Sauce!!!

Maybe we came on a bad day, because we had a very disappointing experience. Maybe the staff was over-extended? The hostess looked mad and annoyed when she sat us. It took 15 minutes just to get our drinks. Our server seemed to have a very large amount of tables and didn't have much time to do a proper job. I got the Ravioli of the day which was lobster and shrimp. The ravioli was gummy, I did not taste any shrimp, and could only see maybe see a teaspoon of lobster (I think it was lobster??) in each ravioli. For a $44 plate of food it was extremely disappointing. It was plated nicely, but the best thing on my plate was the brussel sprouts. My kids didn't eat their kids meals so since I was still hungry I ate some of their kids meal chicken parm. I liked the kids meal better. The atmosphere was beautiful with flowering baskets next to the river. I don't blame the server for my experience, she tried to offer free dessert but by the end of the meal I wanted to just leave. We were not offered any other discounts. I didn't ask for one, but we did tell the server the food was disappointing. If you are going to charge fine dining prices, the food should be better than Olive Garden.

After spending the entire day trying not to catch an edge and testing the limits of my insurance policy on the mountain, a friend and I rolled into Sauce on the Blue this past Friday. If you've ever been snowboarding, you know that post-mountain hunger is a different type of beast - I was ready to eat the menu and the table it was printed on. The place is actually a decent size with plenty of seating both inside and out by the river, so we didn't feel cramped even with the post-slope crowd. Our server was on point too--handled the Friday night rush without missing a beat, which I definitely appreciated. We started things off with the Fried Ravioli and the Crispy Brussels Sprouts. The ravioli was a solid, reliable appetizer, but those Brussels sprouts were easily the highlight of the entire night. They were seasoned perfectly and had that actual crunch you're looking for but rarely get. If you're stopping through, do yourself a favor and just order those immediately. For my main, I went with the Chef's Daily Special, which was a braised beef short rib served over mashed potatoes with asparagus. To be honest, it was a good, honest meal, but nothing that's going to live rent-free in my head for the rest of the year. The beef was tender and it definitely hit the spot after being out in the cold for eight hours, but it lacked that extra level of depth to make it truly memorable. It's a respectable mountain dinner--nothing to write home to my friends about, but a solid 7.5 out of 10. Overall, it's a dependable spot with a chill atmosphere. You get a good meal, professional service, and a nice view of the river without any of the extra pretentiousness. It's a safe bet for anyone looking to refuel after a day on the boards.

I've been celebrating my birthday at Sauce on the Blue for the past three years, and this was the first year I left truly disappointed--so much so that I won't be returning. We ordered mussels as an appetizer. While the sauce was excellent, the mussels themselves were so extremely hot and overcooked that they burned my tongue and were difficult to swallow. I mentioned this to our server but said we would try to eat them. I then ordered the chicken marsala. It arrived quickly, smelled amazing, and looked beautiful--but unfortunately had the same issue. The chicken was not only scalding hot, it was so overcooked that I couldn't even finish chewing it. I had to push the plate aside. At this point, our server had not checked on us at all since taking our order--roughly 40 minutes earlier. A manager eventually stopped by and asked how everything was. I explained that it was my birthday, that we come every year, and described the issues with both dishes. She was kind, apologetic, and offered to replace the meal, which I declined. We continued sitting there while I had no food, and still our server did not return. I asked the host to get a manager again. The same manager came back, apologized further, offered dessert, and removed all food and drinks from our bill. She also offered a gift certificate to try again, which I declined, explaining that this experience was not what I expect from this restaurant. The food here is not inexpensive, and it should never burn a customer's mouth. Yes, I waited and blew on the food. Having two separate dishes with the same issue is troubling and, frankly, telling. The presentation was good, and the flavors--what little I could taste with a burned tongue--were acceptable. But quality food and attentive service are what I expect from Sauce on the Blue, and on this visit, both fell far short. Maybe this was a one-off or a bad night, but regardless, we won't be returning or spending our money here again.

Hubby was greeted with friendly faces, when he walked in Sauce on the Blue. He was able to make a take-out order. The staff was very helpful with him. He was told it would take 25 mins. for our food. He ordered for 1 serving the Bolognese. The rest on my photo. I thought all the food were delicious, and perfect servings for the two of us, no leftovers, including the bread and all the butter. Gladly, it's just across the street from our hotel!

Food was great. Service was quick, attentive, and courteous. Room was large, with tall ceilings, old looking liquor storage and display shelves, accessed with a rolling library ladder--kinda neat! I'll be going back.

My husband and I recently had a lovely dinner at this Italian eatery. The space is warm and inviting, highlighting an impressive bar that displays more than a story high of bottles filled with liquors. The atmosphere is pleasant, with a nice balance of rustic and industrial charm. If you want a little privacy, the restaurant offer outdoor yurts. The place was very busy on a Sunday night, and we were glad we had made a reservation earlier that day. Our waitress wasn't particularly friendly, maybe a little overworked, but the food made up for it. Everything we tasted was delicious, and you don't want to miss the Tiramisu for dessert! This spot is one of our new favorites when in town!

High quality food... on the pricey side but still one of your best dining options in Summit County.

We had a beautiful view of overlooking the River. The service and food were great. Our party of six had Brussels sprouts and garlic bread as appetizers and split three family portion entrees and went home left overs. The Brussels sprouts and the rigatoni with sausage were the stars of our meal.

After hitting the slopes this restaurant hits the spot. We shared plates but here is what I ordered. Penne pasta ala vodka with chicken. Spinach and tomatos with a delicious sauce was excellent. 10/10 Ended with a good dessert, cookies and cream gelato. 10/10. We shared the linguini and clams, buffalo (meat) ravioli with brussel sprouts and a carnivoro pizza all were sensational. Our server Marijah took great care of us giving us excellent recommendations she personally has had.

Everything we ordered was very good. Small seafood portions on the pasta with scallops but cooked perfectly. Really enjoyed the arugula spinach salad. Service was good. Ambience was fun, friendly, and comfortable.

I'm not sure what was better, the view, the food, or the company. Wait, who am I kidding? Of course the company was best, but the food and the view... incredible! This experience was amazing, from start to finish. We opted to sit outside by the trickling creek/river? What do I know, I live in LA! Either way, it was simply beautiful as we watched the clouds roll in. It felt like perfect weather to order some hearty pastas, which did not disappoint. While I did not try the pastas at the table, I can vouch that the Spicy Shrimp Fra Diavlo is one of the best I have had. My mom made a superb lobster version and I can honestly say that this came close, no disrespect to the woman who was a culinary genius. Emily was our server and she was beyond friendly and efficient. Did efficiency matter? Yes it did, as the rolling clouds quickly turned into a downpour of rain. Wine sipped, pasta devoured, and on to our next adventure. The atmosphere here is just perfect, the food is great, and the memories ever lasting. Parking is ample and free (unheard of where I come from). Take a walk along the path that follow the running water. It's beautiful. Go here. Eat here. Drink here. Enjoy your time with friends cuz life is short!

The food was excellent, the service was very good. The wine menu was extensive. We very much enjoyed our meal here

Great restaurant, very welcoming and it feels very local. Awesome whiskey selection, and really enjoyed the food too. Loved the service, sat at the bar and the bartenders are super attentive. Ordered the cheesy bread and the rib eye. Wanna come back for all the pizza and pasta dishes. It's a staple in town so a great place for drinks after a day on the slopes

5/5 stars for sure. 100% worth the fuse and the drinks and the pizza, pasta, salads !!! Loved every minute of my brunch. The staff was super friendly. They have a very large drink section and both indoor and outdoor seating. outdoor seating overlooking river and you just can't beat that. They have a stage where they probably do some live music. When in the Dillon/Silverthorn area, you must try this spot

This restaurant has an amazing bar and it is the best thing about Sauce on the Blue. They have an extensive selection of bourbon/whiskey and their wine list / cocktails do not disappoint either. The food is good, but it is severely overpriced - even compared to most restaurants in Summit County. A simple pasta dish (for 1) is between $30-$50 and that is for fettucine alfredo with chicken - a simple dish. I would try it if you are nearby and want a "nicer" dinner, but be cognizant of the prices going in...

Ambiance but no music. A little Sinatra would have set the mood, but, riverside dining Al fresco doesn't get much better. Taylor supplied excellent, friendly, efficient service with excellent food, fresh and perfectly seasoned. High class place $50 before tip got me three glasses of house white, caprese salad, rotini and sausage, and fried raviolis....During Happy Hour?! Wow!

Went recently and had dinner in one of their yurts. Fantastic experience for the 7 of us. The service was fantastic and the food and drinks were great. The inside atmosphere seemed great as well with a large bar. The carnivore pizza and tiramisu I highly recommend.

Ordered lunch and it took 45 minutes to get my entree. Never again! Food good but please hire more than one server.

This place can get pretty busy so try to make a reservation if you can! And it's reasonably busy! The sauteed mussels are so good, especially the pesto cream sauce they come in. All of the pasta is delicious too. Our server recommended the rigatoni & sausage, but my personal favorite of the night would probably be the penne alla vodka. The penne alla gorgonzola is also really good (although unique with the grapes), but you have to really love gorgonzola because the flavor is strong. The serving sizes are pretty decent too. The (pretty) bowls are kind of deceiving, it holds more than you think. That being said, if two or three of your party want the same dish, the family sized dish is so worth it.

Best happy hour! The food was delicious! The service was excellent! The cannolis were the best I've had since living in NY! Went back the next day it was so good.

My husband and I ate here while celebrating our 20 year wedding anniversary. The atmosphere was calm and authentic. The food was amazing! I highly recommend the buffalo ravioli. We ate outside and walked right out on the path alongside the river after enjoying our meal. I will always remember my 20 year wedding anniversary dinner at the Sauce on the Blue We were served by Jay. He was very attentive, knowledgeable and personable.

We made a reservation as my fiancé had been in the area a few weeks back and remembered it being packed for dinner. We had a reservation for 6:15 pm on a Friday night. We got there right on time and was sat right away. the hostesses and our waitress were super friendly and very quick to clean up plants and fill our waters. we started with the bruschetta - it came out pretty quickly and was super tasty. The shaved Parmesan and the balsamic they use are so good! We ate up the whole plate. I ordered one of the nightly specials - lobster & shrimp ravioli and it came with Brussel sprouts. I asked for no prosciutto on it (although it would've been great if I wasn't doing a pescatarian diet!). It was a little pricey so I was nervous to see if it would be worth it. We waited a little longer for our entrees but once they arrived - it did not disappoint. We both got single portions of our pastas (my fiancé got the spaghetti margarita). And they were HUGE portions!! The ravioli was cooked perfectly. And plenty of sauce and more of that balsamic and shaved parm that I enjoyed from the bruschetta was drizzled on top. The Brussels were delicious. Big pieces and cooked very crispy. My fiancé helped me finish my dish but we ate all our food. It was definitely worth it!!

Everything was fantastic! We got the scallops as an app (only picture I took because I was so hungry and forgot) the scallops had an amazing flavor profile! I got the filet which was cooked a perfect medium. My friends got the penne ala vodka and they loved it only comment was that one who added shrimp it only had 4 little Shrimp which was alittle disappointing but flavor was delicious. Our server Alex was awesome he answered a bunch of questions about the food and wine for us! It was beautiful inside they have a beautiful alcohol wall which was very fun to look at during dinner.

Everything we ordered was amazing. The service is fantastic and the ambiance can't be beat. This may be our new fav spot in the area, thank you!!!!

We love coming here! They are dog friendly and have the best happy hour. Definitely recommend the spicy vodka rigatoni (I am a baby for spice but it's not spicy).

This place is absolutely delicious!! If you are looking for amazing food, this place is the spot to go to! We did not have reservations so put our name down, and had about 30 minutes to explore the neighboring shops and even found a little Christmas market with booths from local businesses and live music (yay)!! Their menu offers a wide variety of salads, pastas, pizzas (wood fired), and a full bar! We ordered the bruschetta to start which was a nice little snack. For entrees we ordered the rigatoni and sausage (highly recommended by our server), wild mushroom pizza (with added pepperoni), and the penne alla vodka. Let me tell you, the pasta was incredible! I would go back for their rigatoni again and again! They also a handful of adorable little outdoor igloo inspired dining tents where you can dine outside in a private seating area. It is such a good idea (especially for a snow town). I would highly recommend this place over and over again for the food alone! If we had more time during our visit, I would have went here again - it was that good!

Great service and a wonderful waiter. Food was delicious and large portions Reservation was for 7pm and we got in about 7:15. Manager came over with two free appetizers and apologized for our wait. Will come back for sure when in town

We got one kids meal of butter noodles that was eaten and a family bowl of chicken Alfredo. Everyone liked the Alfredo and I enjoyed some beer on tap. The volume was just right and we didn't have leftovers. We are inside and the wait staff was good and attentive.

I'm sorry but I will be honest. I had the penne al la vodka, because others said it was awesome.. not tonight! It was bland . The chicken was small cubes of overcooked chicken . The tomatoes and spinach were a nice touch .. tomatoes should have been smaller. Sorry but the best part of the meal was the beer!

Caesar Salad was great. Old Fashioned drinks were really good. Wait staff is great. I have had better Chicken Marsala....had no taste. Will be back though!

Little beauty right outside of Leadville. This spot is on the river, had a great drink selection and a seafood-esque menu. Their pasta and pizza menu is exceptional but their protein menu was on the smaller side. Loved the view and overall vibe!

This restaurant is located along the river and has a nice view by the windows. Service was pleasant in our food was served quickly. We had an enjoyable lunch here while staying in Silverthorne. The eggplant stack appetizer was not my favorite. Maybe I missed it, but I was not expecting it to be fried. I found it under seasoned and boring. On the other hand the Italian sandwich was quite good. Wine is very reasonably priced, which was refreshing . We enjoyed a bottle with our lunch. I would eat here again

This place was amazing! It's right on the river when is cool even at nighttime. The ambiance is really nice too! I ordered the gluten free Alfredo which was full of flavor. My family ordered the vodka pasta and said it was the best!! Service was also great. Fun for a large group!

We went on the early side and got in without a reservation and were lucky enough to sit outside with a view of the river. All the staff were super friendly and professional and the food was delicious.

We stopped in for dinner after flying into Denver and then driving up to Steamboat Springs. Generally speaking a reservation is a good idea but they were able to seat us at the bar. We split a pizza which was very good. I find pizza very subjective. This is a thin crust style that is lite on sauce. If you like a lot of sauce, ask for extra. Really nice atmosphere. They have a small amount of indoor restaurant seating, small amount of high top tables in the bar area and a good amount of outdoor seating next to the Blue River. Next time we'll make a reservation and sit outdoors

*CELIAC / GLUTEN FREE REVIEW tons of GF options, and the GF pasta is boiled in a separate pot! The texture is amazing and almost exactly like the real thing. plus, it is a beautiful location both inside and out; right next to a river. We shared the caprese to start (yum) and I got the rigatoni & sausage as my main course. while it lacked some of the depth I was hoping, it was still a good meal.

The food was good, but the service by Brandon was phenomenal. He made the meal wonderful.

We loved the family dish concept. The trout dinner was delicious and we started with the mussels were enough for the 3 of us. Service was excellent. They were quite busy but the staff was always available.

Beautiful property near the Silverthorne outlets. Walking in and seeing the décor in the dining room, it was super beautiful with floor to ceiling liquor cabinet and my favorite sliding bookshelf ladders on the back bar... just overall a good open space for dining in. Seeing that everyone was sitting outside, normally not an outside sitter, we decided to sit outside. The table were right next to the river with gorgeous fall foliage and a small pedestrian bridge right by the restaurant. There was a small wait when we first walked in and I only saw maybe 2 wait staff running around outside - figured they might be busy with serving lunch and was greeted shortly after with Brooke after we were seated. All the food looked so good and we had decision paralysis... so Brooke really stepped in and recommended a few things for us. We decided to go with the Brussel Sprouts app, the Pasta Margarita with chicken and a side of marinara (Brooke's favorite), the Carnivore Pizza and a bottle of the Montepulciano. Everything was so delicious, the crust of the pizza was so crispy but the rest of the pizza was chewy and delicious. Everything were super tasty and Brooke provided amazing service, she really took care of us. I'd highly recommend to check out their properties as they have other Blue restaurants in other mtn towns. I'd def be back when I'm in the area again, great food, ambiance and amazing service! Thank you for a fun time!

Sauce on the Blue never disappoints, from the ambiance, the delicious pasta dishes to the excellent cocktails and wine selection, but our most recent visit was made truly exceptional thanks to Brandon, our server. His personality, charm, and genuine enthusiasm turned a great meal into a memorable night. He went above and beyond, offering thoughtful recommendations, excellent service and plenty of laughs along the way - truly elevating our dining experience. Five stars.

Amazing selection of whisky and some really great pizza! I make a point to stop by every time i am in town

Half a block and across the street from our hotel. Staff were inviting, food was excellent. Weather was a bit chilly for the patio, however if it is available, go for it. Take a stroll along the River after dinner!

I appreciate sauce on the blue...Great food, great employees & even better tiramisu.!

We have eaten here numerous times and it has been great except for tonight. We decided to order to go and made the mistake of ordering from the Breckenridge Sauce. When my husband walked in to pick up the order we noticed I made the mistake of ordering from the wrong location. The hostess didn't offer to help and told us him "sorry, nothing we can do". I called the Sauce On The Maggie and they offered to transfer the ticket immediately, I didn't even have to ask. We went back to pick up our order and the hostess was rude again excusing her behavior even after I explained how easy it was for the Maggie to transfer our order. She went to the waitress standing nearby and said something to her, clearly about me, and then walked off. It was my error but I would have appreciated a little effort on transferring the order considering it's the same restaurant. I would have been happy to wait until she had a chance to check on options for us instead of saying sorry, and sending him out the door. I won't be back to this location.

Wow! This place is INCREDIBLE. Everything thing we got was amazing. Our server was also a boss - she was doing everything! They heard we just got engaged and brought us champagne and even the owner came over to talk with us and say congrats! We started with the mussels and the caprese. The mussels were in a pesto sauce that was mind blowing. The caprese came with TWO burratas. For dinner, I ordered the Ravioli Special, which was lobster and shrimp in a vodka cream sauce. It was SO good. We also got the chicken parm and linguine with clams. Everything was great. For dessert we got the Tiramisu. 5 layer chocolate cake and cheesecake. There was not one thing we ordered that we weren't incredibly impressed with. Now I just need to go back and try more! I can't say enough good things, if you're in the area - check it out. Make sure to make a reservation though!

We love this little pizza place. It is such a nice place during the summer and early fall , because of the gorgeous patio space that is available for dining. The food is always spectacular. We come here every time we are in town for dinner!

Great food and reasonable prices for a resort I like the portion sizes. Family & half portions

Happy to report that Sauce on the Blue is just as good as it used to be! Lots of different lunch options. Everything was absolutely delicious, and the service was very attentive and quick. Nice and cozy atmosphere inside, plenty of parking! Highly recommend it if you are in the area.

Perfect ski place. Friends. Family. Easy. Laidback Shared a pizza. Some fried artichokes and good wine. Can't beat it. Not crap resort food. Worthy.

When I made the reservation for eight which included a baby and young children, I was told that we would be seated inside unless we wanted to be seated outside. When we arrived, we were told that we were to be seated outside and it was not heated. It turned out to be very cold and we all had to put on coats and our server seemed to forget about us so service was poor.