Black Butte Ranch - The Lodge Restaurant & Aspen Lounge

We held a surprise 70th birthday party on a Friday night and could not have had better service from all the staff. And what a gorgeous setting. The dining room is beautiful. The cascade mountain scenery was gorgeous. Our group of 8 women had a great dining experience here.

Black Butte Lodge remains a stunning destination, with incredible views and a beautifully designed space following the renovation. The setting alone makes it an appealing place to visit. Unfortunately, the overall experience has declined since the renovation. It took nearly half an hour just to order a drink at the bar, and customer service lacked warmth, service was very slow and, at times, came across as rude, which didn’t align with the lodge’s upscale setting. The downstairs lighting is also far too bright, detracting from what should feel like a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Before the renovation, the food was a major highlight: fresh, warm bread, a standout steak, an excellent sourdough chocolate cake, and complimentary fudge brought with the check after every meal. Those thoughtful t

I was a bit hesitant coming here based on some of the other reviews but we had a great experience. We made reservations for just before sunset and it was a beautiful view. The building is amazing and the food, cocktails, and service were great. Great place for a relaxed dinner.

What a disappointment… First the atmosphere and scenery is gorgeous! Really love the high ceilings, natural wood, giant windows with breathtaking scenery. But the food is meh… Really lacked seasoning and felt like something you’d eat at a chain restaurant. Looked pretty on the plate, but that’s it. We also waited for over an hour for our food. I was ready to walkout and it really wasn’t that busy, but out here there are limited dining options. Might go again for drinks and the view, but pass on the bland food and horrible service.

As a homeowner at Black Butte I find this a difficult and sad review to make, but perhaps it is the only way to be heard. My suggestion to anyone who is thinking of vacationing at Black Butte is to come for the mountain view’s, the bike trails, the aspens and rental homes. Come for horseback riding and hot tubs and swims in the beautiful pools. Come any season, it is all beautiful… just don’t bother eating at the lodge. 35 years ago I was married at Black Butte Ranch right behind the lodge. Our friends stayed at black butte and our meals were catered by the lodge and you know what? Back then, Everything was excellent, so much so we ended up buying a vacation home there and always looked forward to our meals at the lodge. It was quiet, it was intimate, and the food was always delicious.