About
La Marmotte has a rich history with exquisite cuisine that has spanned several decades.
Our History
La Marmotte is housed in a historic building constructed in 1883 that served as the town’s icehouse.
Situated in downtown Telluride, the restaurant has been serving locals and visitors, alike, for over 30 years. It’s quaint rustic façade, equipped with outdoor patio, and paired with it’s charming, modern interior make La Marmotte a beyond memorable dining experience…and that’s before even taking a bite of food or sip of wine.
Our Version
Our iteration of the local iconic eatery began in 2020 when current owners Josh and Melisa Klein purchased the restaurant.
Finding a balance with keeping certain things the same, and mixing it up to make it their own, the couple made some improvements to the interior, and added beautiful, heated dining globes (a COVID introduction that stuck around) to the outdoor patio. Josh, an experienced chef and culinary wiz, started out running the kitchen, but in 2021 brought on Chef de Cuisine Maggie DeMarco.
At just 24 years old at the time, Chef Maggie took the reins to allow for Josh and Melisa to focus their efforts on other aspects of the business. What has transpired is one exquisite menu after another, paired with an extensive wine list and libations, handled by front-of-the-house guru, Mark Rineer.
Team
Our front and back of the house is run by an all star cast.
Josh Klein
Melisa Pignataro
ROBERT WHITE
General Manager / Sommelier
Michael Gorman
Chef de Cuisine
James Gladney
Sommelier / Beverage Director
Daniel Olvera
Bar Manager
Rene Ordonez
Executive Chef
Enrique Torres
Sous Chef