The Little Diner

It's hard to find a legit diner in Vail. Many are touristy, over-priced with crappy service from young, attractive seasonal workers who really don't give a damn.
However, The Little Diner is an exception--and exceptional. Open from 7: 30 am to 1 pm and serving breakfast the whole time. I can honestly say that this is the best breakfast I've had since Ireland.
I couldn't decide between the biscuits and homemade sausage gravy and the corned beef hash... So I got both! Yes I know, I'm doomed when my metabolism catches up with me.
The hash came topped with two perfectly poached eggs and the biscuits were homemade and warm and... Foodgasm.
As for the ambiance, it's a horseshoe bar around the open kitchen. I had a conversation with the chef while he made my breakfast which was fully awesome.

All in all I highly recommend it!

Mmm... Breakfast.

Fresh biscuits, sharp cheddar cheese, fried chicken, poached eggs and chipotle hollandaise.
All made in house. Life is good.

Knowing bartenders

The best part about knowing your bartenders is that they are always looking for someone to experiment on.
Josh made me his new invention, a panty-dropper made with mint, cucumber-infused gin and ginger ale.

<3

Beef carpaccio

So. Good. Seared NY strip steak, fried capers, horseradish aioli, arugula, shaved parmesan and truffle oil.

Total foodgasm.

Key lime semifreddo parfait

One of my desserts at the restaurant. I burned myself so I'm officially a pastry b*tch now!