
The Gourmet Noodle is a locally owned Italian restaurant in Crested Butte, Colorado, serving scratch-made pasta, classic Italian comfort food, and seasonal specials. Formerly known as Marchitelli’s Gourmet Noodle, we continue a long tradition of welcoming locals and visitors with warm hospitality, house-made sauces, fresh bread, and thoughtfully prepared Italian dishes.
Laid-back neighborhood Italian dining room for a range of classical Mediterranean flavors.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 411 3rd St, Crested Butte, CO 81224
Phone: (970) 349-7401
Website: https://www.thegourmetnoodle.com/
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Reviews
We dined here on a recent visit to Crested Butte. My husband had eaten here several times in the past, back when it was Marchitelli’s, and remembered it as a quieter, European-style restaurant with white tablecloths. We were surprised to find that under its new ownership as The Gourmet Noodle, the atmosphere has changed dramatically.
Unfortunately, this was the loudest restaurant experience we’ve ever had. We were seated in a booth along a wall where there used to be a bar, and the noise level made it genuinely difficult to hear each other across the table. Our server even proactively mentioned that the remodel left the space in need of acoustic dampening, which confirmed that this is a known issue. For us, the constant noise and ear-splitting shouts of other diners overwhelmed what otherwise could have been a very enjoyable meal.
That said, the food was good and the service was excellent. The servers were warm and attentive, and the new owner came by to chat, which we appreciated. We especially enjoyed the fried artichoke special. I had the eggplant parmesan with cooked spinach, which was very good. My husband had the chicken parmesan with penne, and while the chicken was good, he found the pasta itself to be fairly sub-par compared to what we cook at home from dry pasta.
If you’re someone who doesn’t mind a very loud, energetic dining room, this may not bother you at all. But if you’re looking for a place where you can comfortably have a conversation and enjoy a calmer atmosphere, be aware that the noise level here is extreme. Despite the good food and kind service, we wouldn’t return for that reason alone.
Food was average. We had a Cesar salad which was quite flavorful and crisp. We also had the elk cannelloni which was bland.
I would not recommend the restaurant until the noise issues are addressed and perhaps try a different menu selection.Read the reviews before visiting which were generally positive about the food. I disregarded the comments about noise thinking it was an exaggeration. They were NOT! The noise level ruined the whole experience. I measured the db on my watch and it was typically mid 80’s. I even saw a reading of 90 db! This means wait staff should be wearing hearing protection! The owners need to invest in some sound dampening panels or other technology.
Food was average. We had a Cesar salad which was quite flavorful and crisp. We also had the elk cannelloni which was bland.
I would not recommend the restaurant until the noise issues are addressed and perhaps try a different menu selection.
The seafood pasta was definitely the highlight. It was rich, savory, and made with really delicious ingredients. Our waitress was super accommodating and gave great suggestions that made the meal even better.
You can tell the new owner knows what he’s doing. The food, service, and overall vibe were all on point. I’ll definitely be coming back.
With bellies satisfied, we couldn’t resist the Italian Cream Cake for dessert – a hard choice, as all the desserts sounded compelling! Don’t miss the Italian Cream Cake, one of the best desserts I’ve enjoyed in years! As my mom used to suggest, start with dessert!! Thanks for a great evening and dining experience.