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Tempranillo, Basalt, CO

Tempranillo

4.8
4.8
973 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
Welcome to Tempranillo Restaurant, where internationally acclaimed Chef Javier Gonzalez-Bringas, along with his partner and wife Laura, offer a daily menu of drinks, tapas, dinner and lunch. Gonzalez-Bringas, a Madrid Native, combines an old-world style with a new-world flair in his signature cuisine. The name Tempranillo, itself, pays homage to one of Spain's premier grape varieties, and true to its name the restaurant features a selection of over 100 hand-chosen wines. The atmosphere at Tempranillo is notable for its rich colors, dual fireplaces, and community gathering table-all reflecting the equally rich depth of flavors and influences which are at the heart of the restaurant's origins. "Our desire is to create a brilliantly charming place in the community where people can gather and enjoy the dance with exists between the flavors of Spain and Italy"

Please note that we can not guarantee indoor or heated patio seating. Thank you.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Tapas / Small Plates, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (970) 927-3342
  • Website
    http://www.tempranillorestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Javier Gonzalez-Bringas
  • Catering
    Tempranillo offers on and off site catering for parties of 10 to 250. We customize all catering menus and formats for each client. On site catering includes lunch parties for 10, dinner parties for 20 at our community table, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres on the patio or in the garden and formal dinners for up to 100 in the dining room. <br />Tempranillo currently caters all of the food for the Spain tent at the Aspen Food and Wine Festival which requires providing food for up to 5,000 people per day.
  • Private party facilities
    Host your next party at Tempranillo! Call us to review your entertaining plans and we will work with you to make your event extraordinary. We offer a variety of options for your entertainment needs from reserving the whole restaurant, a private dining room or a lawn party. Off-Site Catering and Catering Delivery also available
  • Location
    165 Midland Ave, Basalt, CO 81621
  • Area
    Basalt
  • Cross Street
    Two Rivers Road
  • Parking details
    Private parking for Tempranillo restaurant is located on the south side of the building, next to Alpine Bank. There is also parking directly in front of the restaurant and street parking adjacent.
  • Public transit
    RFTA bus stop from Aspen, Snowmass and Glenwood Springs is located less than 1 block from Tempranillo Restaurant. From the bus stop, follow Midland ave 1 block and Tempranillo Restaurant will be on the right hand side in the big yellow building.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

Tapas

  • Aceitunas AliñadasUS$9.00

    Marinated Mediterranean Olives

    • Patatas a la BravaUS$10.00

      Fried Potatoes with Aioli & Spicy Sauce

      • Truffle Spanish FriesUS$10.00

        with Parmesan Cheese

        • Alcachofas FritasUS$12.00

          Fried Organic Artichoke Hearts with Aioli

          • SetasUS$13.00

            Wild Mushrooms in Sherry Wine with Roasted Tomatoes

            • Piquillos con TetillaUS$14.00

              Grilled Piquillo Peppers Stuffed with Tetilla Cheese

              • Mejillones al LimonUS$15.00

                Mussels in Spicy Lemon Cream

                • Tostada de SobrasadaUS$15.00

                  Imported Mallorcan Sausage with Manchego Cheese, roasted Tomatoes, Piquillo Peppers & Chipotle Aioli

                  • Calamar FritoUS$15.00

                    Lightly Fried Calamari

                    • Calamar DiabloUS$15.00

                      Sauteed in Spicy Tomato Sauce

                      • Gambas Al AjilloUS$16.00

                        Shrimp in Garlic Sauce

                        • Gambas BarcelonaUS$16.00

                          Shrimp sauteed with Garlic, Ginger & Tomato

                          • Calamar con ChorizoUS$16.00

                            Griddled with Arugula, Tomato & Lemon

                            • Almejas ArrabiataUS$17.00

                              Manilla Clams with Spicy Tomato Sauce

                              • AlbondigasUS$13.00

                                Spanish Meatballs

                                • Chorizo, Chistorra, ButifarraUS$14.00

                                  A Stew of Spanish Sausages

                                  • PanUS$6.00

                                    Bread Serving with Imported Balsamic Vinegar & Extra Virgin Olive Oil

                                    Salads & Soups

                                    • Soup of the Day

                                      • MP

                                    • TempranilloUS$10.00

                                      Romaine, Tomatoes, Capers, Onions & Kalamata Olives Sherry Wine Vinegars Spanish Olive Oil

                                      • Classic CaesarUS$10.00

                                        Garlic Croutons & Shaved Manchego Cheese

                                        • MediterraneanUS$12.00

                                          Arugula, Piquillo Peppers, Chic Peas, English Cucumber, Feta & Red Wine Vinaigrette

                                          Fish, Chicken, Veal & Meat

                                          • Salmon de Tempranillo*US$26.00

                                            Grilled Atlantic Salmon with Fresh Tomato Concassé, Arugula, with Pedro Ximenez Vinaigrette

                                            • Pollo PiccataUS$25.00

                                              Pan Seared Free Range Chicken, Capers, Artichokes, Lemon & Spinach Olive Oil

                                              • Veal MarsalaUS$28.00

                                                Veal Scaloppini with Wild Mushroom Marsala Sauce

                                                • Pan Seared FiletUS$39.00

                                                  6 oz Filet with Cauliflower Puree, Fingerling Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Chimichurri Sauce & Crispy Fried Onions

                                                  Paella y Arroz

                                                  • Paella ValencianaUS$28.00

                                                    Saffron Rice with Chicken, Chorizo & Seafood

                                                    • Arroz NegroUS$29.00

                                                      Squid Ink Rice with Calamari, Sepia, Shrimp and Scallops

                                                      • Paella de MariscosUS$30.00

                                                        Saffron Rice with Seafood

                                                        Pasta

                                                        Most Pasta can be prepared with Gluten Free pasta

                                                        • Penne CapreseUS$19.00

                                                          Roma Tomatoes, Buffalo Mozzarella, Garlic & Fresh Basil

                                                          • Penne GenoveseUS$19.00

                                                            Basil Pesto, Artichokes, Olives, Feta, Pine Nuts & Basil

                                                            • Rigatoni Bolognese con ManchegoUS$20.00

                                                              Classic Meat Sauce

                                                              • Rigatoni a la VodkaUS$21.00

                                                                Elk Sausage, Mushrooms & Tomatoes, Idiazabal Cheese with Vodka Cream Sauce

                                                                • Pappardelle PestoUS$22.00

                                                                  Fresh Taglioline Pasta, Grilled Chicken, Goat Cheese, Pequillo Peppers, Sundried Tomatoes & Pine Nuts, with a touch of Cream

                                                                  • Pappardelle con SetasUS$23.00

                                                                    Fresh Pasta, Wild Mushroom Ragu with Idiazabal Cheese

                                                                    • Capellini con Arugula y GambasUS$26.00

                                                                      Shrimp & Arugula with Garlic & Olive Oil

                                                                      • Linguine VongoleUS$26.00

                                                                        Manilla Clams, Garlic, Olive Oil & Parsley

                                                                        • Linguine Fruitti di MareUS$27.00

                                                                          Fresh Shellfish, Marinara Sauce, Garlic & Olive Oil

                                                                          • Pappardelle MamboUS$28.00

                                                                            Serrano Ham, Porcini Mushrooms, Shallots, Manchego Cheese, White Wine & a little Cream

                                                                            Last updated: 2 February 2022

                                                                            What 973 people are saying

                                                                            Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                            4.8
                                                                            4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                            • 4.8Food
                                                                            • 4.7Service
                                                                            • 4.7Ambience
                                                                            • 4.4Value

                                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                                            Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                            • Denver / Colorado

                                                                              Neighbourhood gem

                                                                            • Denver / Colorado

                                                                              Great for fine wines

                                                                            • Mountains

                                                                              Neighbourhood gem

                                                                            • Mountains

                                                                              Great for fine wines

                                                                            • Mountains

                                                                              Romantic

                                                                            Review summary

                                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                            Tempranillo is a delightful gem in Basalt, known for its "outstanding food and service." With a charming patio and cozy indoor ambiance, it offers a diverse menu featuring delicious tapas and Spanish wines. While service can sometimes be slow, the "superb variety" of dishes and friendly staff make it a must-visit.

                                                                            973 Reviews

                                                                            1. Richard

                                                                              Cincinnati

                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                              3.0

                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                              Dined on 11 December 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                                              Very unhappy to find a 3% credit card fee attached to my bill. It was never mentioned .

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                                                                            2. Stacy

                                                                              Denver

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              3.0

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                              3. Service 1
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              We noted on our reservation that we had a birthday then called to adjust the reservation and mentioned the birthday and no one made any effort to celebrate the birthday!! We ordered 3 desserts ( not looking for a freebie) but a candle would have been easy enough...0The server was short with us, not hospitable at all, bragged that he had been a server for 30plus years and yet was one of the worse severs, sloppy, not attentive at all.. could not explain menu items and did not know the liquor brands they have. The server that brought out the food seemed miserable and beyond unfriendly. It was very uncomfortable...We have had great experiences in the past however this was not one of them luckily we were in a good company. Everyone has off nights and maybe this was one of them for their staff.

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                                                                            3. Fred

                                                                              VIP

                                                                              Pittsburgh

                                                                              15 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              15 reviews

                                                                              Dined on 24 November 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Beautiful setting by the fireplace their specials are unique and what I always try.

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                                                                            4. Belinda

                                                                              Dallas

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Great dinner and drinks in front of an open fire! Such fun!

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                                                                            5. Justin

                                                                              Cancun

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              Dined on 26 October 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              I always go to Tempranillo for special occasions and it never disappoints. We had a wonderful time. Friendly staff and amazing food as always.

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                                                                            6. Melissa

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                                                                              Denver

                                                                              8 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              8 reviews

                                                                              Dined on 12 October 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              We were passing through Basalt for one night only and thought tapas would be an interesting and light dinner and that’s exactly what we got! Our Four dishes ( garlic shrimp, bacon-wrapped dates, grilled asparagus and calamari) were well seasoned, well prepared, came in a timely manner. Delightful server named Alex. Lovely outdoor space. We’ll go back next time we’re passing through:)

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                                                                            7. Susi

                                                                              Denver

                                                                              136 reviews

                                                                              4.0

                                                                              136 reviews

                                                                              Dined on 9 October 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              We ate here, while visiting Basalt, and it was FANTASTIC!! Our server ,Lorena ,was so helpful and nice...she recommended the fried artichokes and OMG...this is the best thing ever!!! DO NOT forget to order these...double YUM!!!! We also had the fried calamari which were good too (BUT NOT IN THE SAME league as the artichokes!!). And we shared the Clam linguine too...(some bread to sop up the sauce would have been a nice touch.)

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                                                                            8. DeDe

                                                                              Denver

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              Dined on 26 September 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Very satisfied. My husband says that’s the best calamari he has ever had.

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                                                                            9. Ryan

                                                                              Denver

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              Dined on 24 September 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Our server was incredible, made for a great experience. Definitely will be back

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                                                                            10. Daniel

                                                                              VIP

                                                                              Melbourne

                                                                              10 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              10 reviews

                                                                              Dined on 23 September 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Great service and great food as always. Highly recommended.

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                                                                            FAQs

                                                                            Tempranillo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (970) 927-3342.

                                                                            Tempranillo is rated 4.8 stars by 973 OpenTable diners.

                                                                            Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                            Make a booking

                                                                            2 people
                                                                            19:00
                                                                            Booked 18 times today

                                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                                            Google Map for Tempranillo

                                                                            165 Midland Ave, Basalt, CO 81621

                                                                            Additional information

                                                                            • Cross Street
                                                                              Two Rivers Road
                                                                            • Area
                                                                              Basalt
                                                                            • Hours of Operation
                                                                              Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
                                                                            • Price
                                                                              $31 to $50
                                                                            • Cuisines
                                                                              Mediterranean, Tapas / Small Plates, Italian
                                                                            • Dining style
                                                                              Casual Elegant
                                                                            • Dress code
                                                                              Casual Dress
                                                                            • Parking details
                                                                              Private parking for Tempranillo restaurant is located on the south side of the building, next to Alpine Bank. There is also parking directly in front of the restaurant and street parking adjacent.
                                                                            • Public transit
                                                                              RFTA bus stop from Aspen, Snowmass and Glenwood Springs is located less than 1 block from Tempranillo Restaurant. From the bus stop, follow Midland ave 1 block and Tempranillo Restaurant will be on the right hand side in the big yellow building.
                                                                            • Payment Options
                                                                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                            • Executive Chef
                                                                              Javier Gonzalez-Bringas
                                                                            • Additional
                                                                              Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
                                                                            • Website
                                                                              http://www.tempranillorestaurant.com/
                                                                            • Phone number
                                                                              (970) 927-3342
                                                                            • Catering
                                                                              Tempranillo offers on and off site catering for parties of 10 to 250. We customize all catering menus and formats for each client. On site catering includes lunch parties for 10, dinner parties for 20 at our community table, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres on the patio or in the garden and formal dinners for up to 100 in the dining room. <br />Tempranillo currently caters all of the food for the Spain tent at the Aspen Food and Wine Festival which requires providing food for up to 5,000 people per day.
                                                                            • Private party facilities
                                                                              Host your next party at Tempranillo! Call us to review your entertaining plans and we will work with you to make your event extraordinary. We offer a variety of options for your entertainment needs from reserving the whole restaurant, a private dining room or a lawn party. Off-Site Catering and Catering Delivery also available
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