Up the Creek

Up the Creek is a family-owned bar and grill at 223 Gore Creek Dr #103 in Vail, open since 1988. The restaurant sits on the banks of Gore Creek and describes its patio as the only creekside patio in Vail. It serves lunch and dinner daily, with a seasonally changing menu built around fresh ingredients sourced locally and sustainably when possible.

The lunch menu covers small plates such as oysters, truffle fries and lobster macaroni, plus salads, sandwiches, burgers including a bison burger, enchiladas, fish tacos and lobster ravioli. Signature cocktails and wine are on offer. Reservations are accepted, catering is available, and the dining room seats 80 for group events such as wedding rehearsals and corporate gatherings.