The Carlin

4.8

466 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Charming

The Carlin, in Breckenridge, CO, has transformed one of Breck’s integral downtown properties into an extraordinary three-story experience – each level with a realm of its own. In true Destination Hospitality style, the main level hosts an all-new open kitchen concept – a unique experience for a perfectly posh dining affair, while the lower level introduces a modern-meets-casual take on classic American tavern culture. The top-level houses the Inn at the Carlin, embodying an exciting new era for our brand of enlightened hospitality, boasting four luxury guest room accommodations, exceptionally designed with relaxation and sophistication in mind.

Additional information

Location
200 N Main St, Breckenridge, CO 80424
Phone number
(970) 771-3795
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, Shellfish
Hours of Operation
Daily 15:00–21:00 Happy Hour Daily 15:00–17:00
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Zach Brace

Popular dishes

Oven Roasted OlivesUS$9.00
Buttermilk Gruyere BiscuitsUS$9.00
umami butter
Wood Fired Oysters *US$6.00
compound butter - umami crumb - lemon
Au Jus Sliders *US$7.00
beef patty - tomato-bacon jam - smoked gouda - house b&b pickles - brioche bun
Lobster Roll SlidersUS$14.00
butter poached lobster claws - citrus aioli - toasted brioche bun
Jalapeño Hush PuppiesUS$15.00
cajun aioli - chow chow relish
Dynamite ShrimpUS$15.00
naam jim aioli - sesame seeds - green onion - cabbage
Scallion Crab CakeUS$24.00
saffron cream - arugula panzanella - calabrian chiles
Smoked Fish & Scallion DipUS$18.00
halibut - herb sourdough focaccia
Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$18.00
duck confit - balsamic glaze - tart cherries - pecorino
Surf and Turf CarpaccioUS$18.00
octopus - beef - cured egg yolk - fried capers - charred onion vinaigrette

Soup & Salad

Mixed Game ChiliUS$13.00
cheddar - onion - scallion - sour cream
Butter Leaf Salad ^US$14.00
pistachio-honey brittle - seasonal colorado fruit - pecorino - honey-ginger vinaigrette

House Specialties

Grouper Fish & ChipsUS$28.00
served with french fries
Shrimp ScampiUS$38.00
tiger shrimp - lump crab - tomato - linguini
Sesame Seared Tuna *US$52.00
glass noodles - stir-fried vegetables - miso dash - bonito flake - scallion - kimchi
Braised Short RibUS$43.00
hunter's sauce - celery root risotto - butternut squash - roasted mushrooms
Rotating Seafood Options *US$0.00
creamy parmesan polenta - spaghetti squash fritter - zucchini - sun-dried tomato vinaigrette - crispy pancetta
- MPUS$0.00
Chef's Sourced Cuts *US$0.00
loaded potato rosti - smoked tomato demi - braised greens - seasonal vegetable
- MPUS$0.00

What 466 people are saying

The Carlin reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver / Colorado
Contemporary American
Mountains
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Carlin offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding service" and a "delicious" menu. Diners rave about the "amazing" seafood, particularly the oysters and crab cakes. The ambiance is described as "elegant" and "inviting," making it perfect for special occasions. While some find it pricey, most agree it's "worth every penny."

466 Reviews

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joseph VIP
Pittsburgh48 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The staff was very friendly (giving birthday wishes even though I did not alert them - Open Table did), knowledgeable and attentive. The cocktails were stellar as was the food. As a birthday gift, they brought a desert for the table which was thoughtful. Best meal we had in Breckenridge. Would definitely return.
The CarlinResponded 1 day ago
Hello Joseph, Thank you for spending your special occasion with us. We look forward to seeing you again. Scooter and Greyson
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Hanna
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great and the service was phenomenal! The restaurant is smaller but had a great atmosphere. We had a great time and would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Breck!
The CarlinResponded 1 day ago
Hello Hanna, Thank you for the nice words. We hope you will come back and dine with us again. Scooter and Greyson
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Brian
Nashville15 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
love the place. service, food drinks, happy hour. all were top notch! will definitely be returning!
The CarlinResponded 1 day ago
Hello Brian, We are glad you enjoyed your visit to the Carlin. Thank you. Scooter and Greyson
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Michelle VIP
Denver40 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jack was an excellent server and the food was really good
The CarlinResponded 1 day ago
Hello Michelle, We will be sure to let Jack know of the nice words. We hope you will visit us again soon. Scooter and Greyson
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great evening with fine food and cocktails. Service was outstanding.
The CarlinResponded 1 day ago
Hello, Thank you for dining with us. We hope you will come back and try some more of our menu options. Scooter and Greyson
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OpenTable Diner
Denver3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful service! Best we have had in Breckenridge.
The CarlinResponded 1 day ago
Hello, Thank you for the kind words. Scooter and Greyson
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Tanya
Coastal Georgia4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve eaten here three times and it’s always been excellent. The menu is unique and the food is top notch. Service is always attentive too. Their seafood is fresh and creative.
The CarlinResponded 1 day ago
Hello Tanya, We are so happy you enjoyed your experience with us at the Carlin. Scooter and Greyson
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OpenTable Diner
Shanghai2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best restaurant in Colorado? Probably. Go, please, it's worth every second you spend there.
The CarlinResponded 1 day ago
Hello, Thank you again. Scooter and Greyson
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Amy
Minneapolis2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The venue was very warm, so dress lightly... even in the winter. Also, they seemed to be short staffed. There were lots of people walking around and not a lot of "doing". Our dishes after the appetizers were still on the table when our entrees arrived. Also, at the end of the meal, the dishes were left on the table for a very long time. Food was great. We had oysters, which they accommodated my request to have certain ones. The ribeye was outstanding, but a little overcooked.
The CarlinResponded 1 day ago
Hello Amy, We are happy you enjoyed your food but we apologize for the slower service you received while you dined with us. We hope you will come back and dine with us again and let us show you our true colors of hospitality. Scooter and Greyson
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OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee1 review
5.0
Dined on 5 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent choice! We enjoyed the entire experience and the food was phenomenal. You won't be disappointed dining at The Carlin. Highly recommend
The CarlinResponded 1 day ago
Hello, Thank you for joining us for your dining experience. We look forward to seeing you in the future. Scooter and Greyson
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FAQs

The Carlin is rated 4.8 stars by 466 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 22 times today

200 N Main St, Breckenridge, CO 80424

Additional information

Phone number
(970) 771-3795
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, Shellfish
Hours of Operation
Daily 15:00–21:00 Happy Hour Daily 15:00–17:00
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Zach Brace

The Carlin

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Popular dishes

Oysters

Wood Fired Oysters

Seafood Tower

Menu

Starters

Oven Roasted OlivesUS$9.00

Buttermilk Gruyere BiscuitsUS$9.00

Wood Fired Oysters *US$6.00

Au Jus Sliders *US$7.00

Lobster Roll SlidersUS$14.00

Jalapeño Hush PuppiesUS$15.00

Dynamite ShrimpUS$15.00

Scallion Crab CakeUS$24.00

Smoked Fish & Scallion DipUS$18.00

Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$18.00

Surf and Turf CarpaccioUS$18.00

Soup & Salad

Mixed Game ChiliUS$13.00

Butter Leaf Salad ^US$14.00

House Specialties

Grouper Fish & ChipsUS$28.00

Shrimp ScampiUS$38.00

Sesame Seared Tuna *US$52.00

Braised Short RibUS$43.00

Rotating Seafood Options *US$0.00

Chef's Sourced Cuts *US$0.00

What 466 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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