Top Dining Spots

Game Creek Restaurant on Vail Mountain -
Renowned for our fabulous view, Game Creek features a fusion of an American-French style of cooking with regional and seasonal ingredients. The result is a spectacular menu of contemporary dishes you won't soon forget, complemented by an extensive wine list and superior service. More than simply a restaurant high above Vail, Game Creek has emerged as a true culinary destination. Come dine where the scenery is surpassed only by the cuisine.
$$$. Reservations required. 970-479-4275

Blue Moon Restaurant & Bar on Vail Mountain -
Take it to the top for a new and improved dining experience at the Blue Moon Restaurant. Located at the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola at Eagle's Nest, this fresh and inspiring restaurant provides fine dining with a casual, family-friendly twist. Thelocation is a great spot for lunch, après ski, or dinner on the mountain. Ride the gondola to dinner and make it a spectacular evening with amazing views and imaginative entrees!
$$ - $$$. Reservations recommended. 970-479-4530

Centre V -
Inspired by the classic French brasseries found in Paris and Lyon, Centre V provides hearty fare and comfortable surroundings for locals and travelers alike. This lively restaurant features an elegant dining area, a cozy bar and a spacious slopeside patio. Centre V features simple, decadent dishes such as steak frites, trout almondine, duck confit and three-tiered fruits de mer platters, which are expertly paired with wine from boutique vineyards in both France and the U.S. It also offers a creative breakfast menu including lobster scrambled eggs and quiches du jour, as well as a sumptuous dessert menu including caramelized apple tarts, dark chocolate soufflés and more.
$$$. Reservations recommended. 970-754-7700 or make a reservationonline.

Larkspur at the base of Golden Peak -
A fresh approach to dining in the Vail Valley, this American Brasserie serves regional cuisine with rustic French overtones. The beauty of the natural environment has inspired the menu and decor, creating a warm ambiance certain to leave a lasting impression.
$$$. Reservations recommended. 970-479-8050 or make a reservationonline.

Wildflower in the Lodge at Vail -
A beautiful setting, featuring creative cuisine and an incredible wine list.
$$$. Reservations recommended. 970-476-5011 or make a reservationonline.

Cucina Rustica in the Lodge at Vail -
'A Tuscan Grill'. Rustic Italian Cuisine Authentic dishes prepared by Italian trained chefs served in a comfortable, rustic atmosphere.
$$$. Reservations recommended. 970-476-5011

Sweet Basil in Vail Village-
One of the top restaurants in the Vail Valley. This Vail experience began in 1977 as a small, casual 47 seat restaurant. Since then Sweet Basil has grown considerably in size and reputation. Surrounded by the majestic Gore Range, Sweet Basil has been a must for travelers and locals alike for 24 years. Award winning wine list.
$$$. Reservations highly recommended. 970-476-0125

Terra Bistro in the Vail Mountain Lodge & Spa in Vail Village -
Terra Bistro is an up-scale urban bistro with a relaxed atmosphere. Our fresh seasonal menu focuses on using local produce, free-range meats, and fresh seafood and boasts such accolades as the Dirona award, Wine Spectator's award of excellence. Chef Kevin Nelson combines Asian, Mediterranean, and southwestern influences with the season's finest and freshest ingredients. Our wine list features an extensive selection of reasonably priced and high-end wines as well as a variety of champagnes.
$$$. Reservations recommended. 970-476-6836

Pepi's Restaurant & Wild Game Room in Vail Village -
Pepi's restaurant has two dining rooms. The main dining room known for its Continental cuisine and Austrian specialties and The Antler's Room which serves wild game and gourmet items tableside in an atmosphere of Austrian Gemutlichkeit.
$$$. Reservations recommended. 970-476-4671

Vail Chophouse -
Located slopeside, at the Base of the Gondola in the New Vail Square, the Vail Chophouse offers incredible views of Vail Mountain.  Serving soups, salads, sandwiches, great steaks and fresh seafood, this restaurant melds a wide variety of delicious entrees with a welcoming staff and a luxurious atmosphere to create a restaurant experience that is beyond compare.
$$$. Reservations recommended, dinner only. (Lunch is first come, first serve.) 970-477-0555

The Bully Ranch in the Sonnenalp in Vail Village -
A real taste of Colorado awaits you in the casual and lively atmosphere of Bully Ranch. A local favorite since 1986, the Bully specializes in the finest cuts of prime aged beef and barbecue ribs matched by a full bar with extensive wine and beer selections. Generous libations, including our famous mudslides and plenty of free parking make this a favorite spot.
$$. 970-479-5656

Pazzo's Pizza in Vail Village and Avon -
The boys of Pazzo's - Hutch, Powder Tom, and Mike O - met in the mountains of Vail, skiing and snowboarding by day and cooking pizza by night. In 1990 they opened their first Pazzo's Pizzeria in Vail, Colorado. Since then they have opened locations in Cabo San Lucas Mexico and Avon, Colorado. Stop in and celebrate with the Boys!
$ - $$. 970-476-9026

Blue Moose Pizza -
Located in the center of the NEW Vail Square and serving hand-tossed NY Style pizza, in addition to a variety of subs, salads, appetizers, hot Italian entrees and more, the Moose offers the perfect locale for a fun and casual dining experience.  Life is short, eat more pizza!
$ - $$. 970-476-8666