We were looking for a casual, local place to grab a beer and a burger - we stopped someone on the street who turned out to be a local. She recomended the Blue Spruce. It turned out to be exactly what we were looking for. We ate in the bar rather than the restaurant, which was a little more lively. We liked it so much that we went there again a few days later. This was a Friday night so it was a good bit louder in the bar area. I would definitely go there again.

I eaten at the Blue Spruce for a number of years. However, I think in the past couple of years the food has dropped a couple of notches. The service is great. I orderd Veal Picatta which was always great, now this dish is veal served in hunks like stew meat.
Most popular item on the menu is salmon.

If you are staying in Summit County - you don't want to miss this one. The Spruce is an old log cabin with ambiance galore. For a casual dinner - sit in the bar with the locals and order off the whole menu. The Colorado Crispy & Thai wings are a local favorite but better known for their steaks. You will get the true sense of old school Colorado with this one... come by after a long day skiing and sit by the fireplace. You won't be disappointed.

I have eaten at the Spruce 4 times, and been very happy with the food and service every time. They do a wonderful duck and have a nice prime rib. Make a reservation and request downstairs, the main dining room has more ambience. There is also a more casual bar in the back. Overall nice date place with mountain coziness and good portions of delicious food.