What is the dress code at Summit?
Summit exudes a contemporary, savvy atmosphere, so you’ll want to adhere to its smart casual dress code to fit in at The Broadmoor restaurant. Nice jeans are acceptable, but don’t think about strolling in with tattered or ripped denim. Men should wear a button-down shirt, but a jacket isn’t required. Ladies have a few more choices; don a nice blouse and designer denim, a dress or a skirt. In terms of footwear, you won’t want to sport your flip-flops or slippers posing as shoes (you know what we’re talking about). Summit stands out for being more modern than the traditional restaurants in the Five-Star hotel, so be sure to dress the part.
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On August 23Forbes Travel Guide Inspector answered the question:
What are the desserts like at Summit?
Summit’s dessert selection changes frequently, but its signature style is unwavering. Elegant and intricate but not frilly thanks to their fresh seasonal bent, sweet dishes range from the likes of a caramel tart with apricot-lavender marmalade and chocolate sorbet to chilled peach soup — Colorado peaches are famed far and wide — with hazelnut pound cake, nougatine whipped cream and basil gelée (savory herbs are often sprinkled throughout the dessert menu). On the simpler side, there are ever-changing assortments of unusual ice cream and sorbet — such as pinot noir or spiced cherry port — as well as a fine international cheese selection. -
On August 23Forbes Travel Guide Inspector answered the question:
What are the five best things to order at Summit?
Since much of Summit’s menu changes seasonally, favorites come and go. However, here’s a list of what you can expect to find at the American brasserie; be sure to order these five tasty items if you see them:
1. Trout. The angry trout is likely here to stay, showing Mediterranean gusto with lardons, pine nuts and braised chard in sauce grenobloise.
2. Pasta. Executive chef Bertrand Bouquin has a way with pasta, so keep your eyes peeled for dishes like gnocchi with smoked bacon, anchovies and romaine.
3. Halibut. Halibut cheeks — Bouquin is clearly fond of them — over saffron risotto in beet syrup with fresh soybeans and mango is a sure bet.
4. Sorbet. Summit's assortment of sorbets is ever-intriguing, not to mention refreshing. Try flavors such as pinot noir and spiced cherry port.
5. Cheese puffs. You’re sure to develop a soft spot for the gougères (Burgundy-style cheese puffs) served in the lounge. -
On November 11, 2011Forbes Travel Guide Inspector answered the question:
What’s the best table at Summit?
For the best table at Summit, head to the back wall to the cushy banquette, which offers comfort to spare as well as peekaboo views through the windows opposite. The tables are preferable to the ones that form a line down the middle of the dining room. If a sense of privacy tops your must-have list while dining, try the brasserieís private and semi-private options. Summitís private dining room consists of two large round tables that seat up to 11 guests per table. At the end of the restaurant is the semi-private room, perfect for a romantic dinner for two or a larger group between seven and 11. The semi-private space comes equipped with an optional pull-down screen, allowing you to remain a part of the dining atmosphere but with your own separate space. -
On November 11, 2011Forbes Travel Guide Inspector answered the question:
Is Summit a romantic restaurant?
With its unusually shaped space — long, narrow and subtly curved — the subtly lit dining room and lounge at Summit sets a decidedly intimate mood. Well-spaced tables bespeak quiet sophistication; the plush banquette at the far end of the lounge constitutes an especially private nook for a nightcap. Of course, if you’re going for the ultimate in privacy (and like a good romantic gesture), the semi-private table at the end of the dining room comes with an optional pull-down screen to give you some seclusion from the rest of the diners. It’s the perfect space to share a intimate moment with a loved one. -
On November 11, 2011Forbes Travel Guide Inspector answered the question:
Cocktail connoisseurs should know that Summit’s bar is arguably The Broadmoor’s best. Head bartender Robert Leavey and his progressive team of mixologists specialize in the unexpected, combining premium spirits — many from Colorado, which is experiencing a micro-distillery boom — with fresh fruit purées and intriguing ingredients such as Li Hing Mui powder or white balsamic vinegar. Of course, they can make a mean Manhattan too. Needless to say, many of the craft beers on offer are Colorado-made, the state being a renowned brewing hub. The wine program, meanwhile, is decidedly eclectic, focusing on boutique wineries from around the world. Organic, biodynamic and otherwise sustainable labels get special emphasis.
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On November 11, 2011Forbes Travel Guide Inspector answered the question:
What is the interior design of Summit?
Unlike any other place at The Broadmoor, Summit owes its strikingly contemporary interior design to Adam D. Tihany. The famed architect took his inspiration from the story of Pikes Peak, whose long-held road race, the International Hill Climb, was a pet project of hotel founder Spencer Penrose. Occupying a long, narrow, curved space on the ground level of Broadmoor Hall, Summit suggests streamlining in every detail, from the pattern on the colorful carpet to the extraordinary, slowly revolving steel-and-glass wine turret. Hues of leaf green and warm brown, punctuated by golds and sky blues, reflect the mountain landscape. And although you can’t tell by looking, the light fixtures are repurposed oil-filter drums. Even the entrance to the restrooms slyly hints at the theme via display panels containing nuts and bolts. -
On November 11, 2011Forbes Travel Guide Inspector answered the question:
What is the dress code at Summit?
Summit exudes a contemporary, savvy atmosphere, so you’ll want to adhere to its smart casual dress code to fit in at The Broadmoor restaurant. Nice jeans are acceptable, but don’t think about strolling in with tattered or ripped denim. Men should wear a button-down shirt, but a jacket isn’t required. Ladies have a few more choices; don a nice blouse and designer denim, a dress or a skirt. In terms of footwear, you won’t want to sport your flip-flops or slippers posing as shoes (you know what we’re talking about). Summit stands out for being more modern than the traditional restaurants in the Five-Star hotel, so be sure to dress the part. -
On November 11, 2011Forbes Travel Guide Inspector answered the question:
What is the price range for a meal at Summit?
Much of Summit’s menu changes seasonally, but the price for an average three-course meal, excluding beverages, is likely to cost around $45 per person. Executive chef Bertrand Bouquin also offers a five-course tasting menu for $59, or $89 with wine, beer or cocktail pairings. In general, expect prices to fall somewhere between $16 and $27 for individual items, with salads falling under the $10 mark and entrées running somewhere in the $20 to $30 range. The pricing here is a less expensive alternative to the Five-Star Penrose Room, but Summit maintains a higher level of sophistication than the other restaurants throughout The Broadmoor. -
On November 11, 2011Forbes Travel Guide Inspector answered the question:
What is the menu like at Summit?
The menu at Summit teems with American brasserie fare. A classically trained European chef, Bertrand Bouquin channels his experience to create a contemporary, carefully sourced seasonal menu that reflects the surrounding landscape and shows myriad touches of global inspiration. Cases in point might include shrimp beignets with jalapeño mayonnaise and black peppercorn caramel, soft-shell crab with tabbouleh in mint chimichurri, or green pea ravioli garnished with cipollini, piquillo peppers and baby spinach. A five-course tasting menu offers the opportunity to take a whirlwind tour of Bouquin’s playfully finessed culinary style. Executive pastry chef Rémy Fünfrock’s dessert selection displays similar sensibilities, treating luscious ingredients with a light touch, like the chilled Colorado peach soup with basil gelée, nougatine whipped cream and hazelnut pound cake.
