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Root & Flower is a locally owned wine and cocktail bar on Bridge Street that has been pouring in the heart of Vail Village since 2015. More than 20 wines are open by the glass, and a deeper reserve list can be ordered by the glass or the bottle.

It suits couples, curious wine drinkers and small groups who want a good glass and something to snack on, and it stays open until around midnight, which makes it as useful at the end of a night as at the start.

The wine list

The by-the-glass list is split in two: Roots, the classics the bar loves, and Flowers, the adventurous bottles it wants guests to try, from the Super Glou Carignan and Grenache and the Filipa Pato "3B" Extra Brut Rosé to the Steinbock non-alcoholic sparkling rosé. A separate rare and iconic list covers the big-occasion bottles, and the cocktail menu mixes classics with the bar's own creations.

Small plates

Food is built for sharing alongside a drink: truffle popcorn, olives with local goat feta, a smoked trout kimchi dip, burrata, deviled eggs that can be topped with Maine lobster or caviar, and a full caviar service with potato chips. A mini hot dog with an optional vodka martini sums up the tone.

Classes

Root & Flower runs hosted tastings for groups: a hands-on cocktail class, wine classes such as The Art of Tasting and Champagne vs. The World, and spirits tastings including Whiskeys of the World. They make a good rest-day or bachelorette activity; prices are in the FAQ below.

Private events and bottles to go

The whole bar can be bought out for up to 40 seated or 60 standing, and a private back room seats up to 16. Through Root & Retail, the bar also sells bottles at retail prices to take home, with a monthly email of new releases.

Before you go

Walk-ins are welcome for any party size, and reservations are taken for groups of five or more. Happy hour starts at opening. Exact times are in the FAQ below.

Sources: Root & Flower, menu, classes, events, Root & Retail. Checked September 23, 2026.

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288 Bridge St Ste C4
Vail, 81657

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Quick answer: Root & Flower is a bar at 288 Bridge St Ste C4, Vail, CO 81657. Root & Flower is a locally owned Bridge Street wine and cocktail bar with 20+ wines by the glass, small plates, tasting classes, open until midnight.

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Root & Flower is a locally owned wine and cocktail bar on Bridge Street that has been pouring in the heart of Vail Village since 2015. More than 20 wines are open by the glass, and a deeper reserve list can be ordered by the glass or the bottle.

It suits couples, curious wine drinkers and small groups who want a good glass and something to snack on, and it stays open until around midnight, which makes it as useful at the end of a night as at the start.

The wine list

The by-the-glass list is split in two: Roots, the classics the bar loves, and Flowers, the adventurous bottles it wants guests to try, from the Super Glou Carignan and Grenache and the Filipa Pato "3B" Extra Brut Rosé to the Steinbock non-alcoholic sparkling rosé. A separate rare and iconic list covers the big-occasion bottles, and the cocktail menu mixes classics with the bar's own creations.

Small plates

Food is built for sharing alongside a drink: truffle popcorn, olives with local goat feta, a smoked trout kimchi dip, burrata, deviled eggs that can be topped with Maine lobster or caviar, and a full caviar service with potato chips. A mini hot dog with an optional vodka martini sums up the tone.

Classes

Root & Flower runs hosted tastings for groups: a hands-on cocktail class, wine classes such as The Art of Tasting and Champagne vs. The World, and spirits tastings including Whiskeys of the World. They make a good rest-day or bachelorette activity; prices are in the FAQ below.

Private events and bottles to go

The whole bar can be bought out for up to 40 seated or 60 standing, and a private back room seats up to 16. Through Root & Retail, the bar also sells bottles at retail prices to take home, with a monthly email of new releases.

Before you go

Walk-ins are welcome for any party size, and reservations are taken for groups of five or more. Happy hour starts at opening. Exact times are in the FAQ below.

Sources: Root & Flower, menu, classes, events, Root & Retail. Checked September 23, 2026.

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Neighborhood: Vail Village
Cuisine: Wine Bar / New American
Service: 4:00 pm - 12:00 am daily
Established: 2015
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Business Hours

Open daily · 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Amenities at Root & Flower

  • Happy hour
  • Live music
  • Private back room
  • Wine and cocktail classes
  • Bottles to go
  • Non-alcoholic cocktails

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Root & Flower?
At 288 Bridge Street, Unit C4, in the pedestrian core of Vail Village. The phone is (970) 470-4189 and the email is [email protected].
What are the hours, and does it close in the off-season?
Root & Flower opens every day at 4 p.m. and pours until around midnight, but it closes on selected days in the fall off-season: in 2026 the official site lists closures on Sunday, October 11; Thursday, October 15 to Monday, October 19; Sunday, October 25 and Monday, October 26; Sunday, November 1 and Monday, November 2; and Sunday, November 8 and Monday, November 9. If you are visiting in the shoulder seasons, check the bar's website or call (970) 470-4189 before you go.
Is there a happy hour?
Yes, every day from 4 to 6 p.m. (on days the bar is open). The happy-hour menu has snacks for $5 (olives & feta, mixed nuts, truffle popcorn, pickles), a draft Pilsner or IPA for $5, and wine by the glass for $10 (sparkling, white, rosé or red).
Do I need a reservation?
No. Walk-ins are welcome for parties of any size. Reservations are taken for groups of five or more through Tock, linked from the bar's website, or call (970) 470-4189.
How many wines are poured by the glass?
More than 20 across the full program: the by-the-glass list is split between Roots, the classics the bar loves, and Flowers, the adventurous bottles it wants guests to try (including a non-alcoholic sparkling rosé), and a deeper reserve list can also be ordered by the glass or the bottle. Glasses on the current published list run $12 to $20. A separate Rare and Iconic list covers the big-occasion bottles.
What food does Root & Flower serve?
Small plates built for sharing alongside a drink; there is no entrée menu. The current list includes truffle popcorn ($6), Castelvetrano olives with local goat feta ($9), a smoked trout kimchi dip ($18), burrata ($19), deviled eggs ($16, topped with Maine lobster for $29 or caviar for $45), a Calvisius caviar service with Torres potato chips ($95), and the Teenie Weenie mini hot dog ($5, with a Belvedere vodka martini for $10 more). A few dishes, including the Birria quesadilla ($24), are Fridays and Saturdays only this fall.
How much do the classes cost?
The hands-on cocktail class is $110 per person for three cocktails over 90 minutes or more. Wine classes run $85 to $125 per person (The Art of Tasting is $85; Champagne vs. The World and Around the World in Six Glasses are $125), and spirits tastings run $105 to $295 per person (Whiskeys of the World $105; the Collector's Top Shelf Tasting $295). Classes are booked through the bar's website.
Is there live music?
Yes, on selected evenings. The bar's events page lists live sets in the early evening (around 6 to 8 p.m.), including the Blue Ox Boys bluegrass band and the Latin duo Dos Tumbao in its late-summer 2026 schedule. Dates change by season, so check the events page on the bar's website for the current schedule.
Can I book the bar for a private event?
Yes. Full buyouts hold up to 40 for a seated dinner or 60 standing, with special menus from brunch and taco bars to four-course plated wine-pairing dinners. The private back room seats 16 (20 standing) from $100 an hour; the rate is negotiable and can change with the time of year. Email [email protected].
Can I buy bottles to take home?
Yes. Through Root & Retail, the bar sells wine and spirits at retail prices to take home. Sign up on the bar's website and about once a month you will get an email with the latest bottles available; custom selections for celebrations and gifts can be arranged by emailing [email protected].

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