Free Range Kitchen

Wonderful spot to dine in Basalt, right along the river. Great indoor and outdoor seating options. Our server José was so friendly and lovey all evening. Every dish we had — from the gazpacho, arancini, free range salad, to the roast chicken, Colorado corn ravioli, salmon, and burger — were all delicious. We also enjoyed our cocktails! Our party of four loved every last bit of food in a great setting as the sun set. Highly recommend, the flavors, plating, and size of the dishes will not disappoint!

My partner and I discovered Free Range Kitchen while researching fine dining options near Glenwood Springs. We made the 30-minute drive and were initially greeted politely by the host. The environment was intimate and beautiful. However, shortly after being seated, the experience declined. For context, we are a younger couple, and throughout the evening we felt judged and unwelcome. Our server did not introduce herself and interacted with us very minimally. We were asked if we wanted drinks, but were never offered refills, neither for beverages nor for our water pitcher. She checked on our table only once during the entire meal and eventually dropped off the check without saying a word. Overall, the service felt inattentive and unfriendly. We ordered the trout dip, the horseradish flavor

We came here last night to celebrate my son’s 21st birthday, just the two of us, and left feeling disappointed. The good: The atmosphere is lovely with great lighting and well-spaced tables. We started the evening with an excellent server, Kelly, who made a fantastic tequila recommendation. Unfortunately, she was pulled into the kitchen partway through the meal due to a staffing issue. The meatballs were a great starter, and the potatoes served with both of our entrées were excellent. The neutral: We both ordered the filet, which was fine but not particularly memorable. The disappointing: Our replacement server was unfriendly and abrupt, which noticeably changed the tone of the evening. The biggest issue: Dessert service. Our desserts were delivered to the wrong table. I watched our se

It’s my second time dining in this spot and I would say I had a great time. The first time I came in was only for starters . I was surprised how big the charcuterie board was.It got us filled up so we weren’t able to get entrees.The crab cakes tasted good too. The second time was really the full course . We enjoyed the pork belly starter that was paired with the fresh watermelon. We had the tenderloin for entree which was okay . The corn ravioli on the other hand was delicious. We finished it off with their tasty and sweet chocolate cookie skillet 😋 The cocktails were good too . We had a bit of delay with our food but over all the experience was great. Our servers were really nice and attentive. I recommend this spot .

A Culinary Revelation in the heart of Basalt. Officially. a game Changer. From the moment we walked into this gem of a restaurant, we knew we were in for something extraordinary but nothing could’ve prepared us for what Chef Luis Contreras has created here. This isn’t just New American cuisine it’s a reimagining, a rebirth, a revolution on a plate. This place was not the same before him. Every dish that emerged from the kitchen was a masterclass in balance, innovation, and soul. Think bold yet refined flavors, seasonal ingredients elevated with technique that never feels pretentious, and plating that borders on art. The kind of food that makes you pause mid conversation because your taste buds demand your full attention. The chef’s vision is clear and unwavering. every plate is consiste