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1. Alpenrose Vail

4.7

Exceptional(1860)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• German • Vail

Booked 16 times today

Where guests become friends..With lovely prepared dishes from traditional recipes to fine classics and specialties with a touch of international culinary inspiration.We serve simple tasty home-style cuisine with hearty goulash, dumpling specialties, Kässpätzle and a savoury snack plate as well as a sweet finish with a selection of traditional Alpine desserts like Marillenknödel, Dampfnudeln, Palatschinken or apple strudel.For families and get-togethers with friends try our Walliser tomato fondue at long, comfy family tables and for our little one's we offer a special kid's menu.Warmth, hospitality and enjoying life - Welcome to Alpenrose!For GONDOLA Reservations please book through Alpenrose Gondola Experience.

2. Matsuhisa Vail

4.9

Exceptional(1445)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Vail

Booked 51 times today

If your desired reservation time is not available online, please call the restaurant at 970-476-6628 and press option 1 between 3:30 and 9:30 p.m. MST. Walk-in and waitlist options are available in person beginning at 4:45 p.m. daily. We do not utilize the Open Table "Notify Me" feature.Featuring Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature new-style Japanese cuisine, Matsuhisa Vail is located in the Solaris Plaza in the heart of Vail Village. Our dining room is open from 5pm nightly. Takeout available nightly from 5-9 pm. Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s fusion cuisine draws influence from his classical training in Tokyo and his life abroad in Peru, Argentina, and around the world, showcasing signature dishes such as Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño, Black Cod Miso and White fish Tiradito.

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3. The Restaurant at Chasing Rabbits Vail

4.6

Exceptional(479)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Vail

Booked 1 time today

Impeccable design gives way to modern Mediterranean cuisine in an elegant setting at Chasing Rabbit’s restaurant, bringing the sea to the mountains. The menu offers a fresh take on Mediterranean dishes with a Colorado flare.Valid ID (Passport or Drivers License) is required for alcohol consumption

4. Bully Ranch

4.6

Exceptional(1130)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Vail

Booked 18 times today

Bully Ranch, a restaurant located inside the Sonnenalp Hotel in Vail, is a casual dining experience that focuses on Southwestern and American food presented in a western style ambiance. The traditional fare at Bully Ranch is hearty, flavorful, and has a little bit of something for everyone.The main staple of Bully Ranch is its selection of burgers and sandwiches, such as the 7X Colorado Wagyu burgers, the BFC - Bully Fried Chicken. The menu also offers a variety of soups and salads, as well as full entrees of ribs, and fajitas.Patio seating my be requested and is subject to weather and availability.

5. La Bottega - Vail

4.6

Exceptional(1481)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Vail

Booked 5 times today

Per HOA Regulations, all guests must vacate the restaurant no later than 11:30pm, this includes New Years Eve.La Bottega offers authentic Italian cuisine with the Chef Stephen Virion having worked in Tuscany and the Veneto regions of Italy. His wife, Elisabetta, is from Asiago, Italy and has crafted the wine list to compliment the cuisine. La Bottega's Wine Bar is a great place for apres ski or to just have a glass of wine with friends from our award winning wine list.Failure to cancel or correct your reservation according to our reservation terms, will result in your credit card being charged a fee of $40/person. Please call the restaurant 12 hours prior to your reservation for any changes.Patio seating is on a first come first serve basis, all reservations made are for indoor seating only.

6. Slope Room

4.8

Exceptional(2610)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Vail

Booked 7 times today

Slope Room is an Alpine Bistro focused on the connection between Rocky Mountain farmers and ranchers. Pasture-raised, sustainable proteins, and locally sourced produce are front and center at the sophisticated yet cozy restaurant and bar. The decor pays homage to the sexy and dangerous allure of the Old West with a decidedly modern twist on the traditional new American Steakhouse menu by Executive Chef Jason Brumm.

7. Mountain Standard

4.8

Exceptional(1007)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Vail

Booked 58 times today

From the creators of Sweet Basil in Vail Colorado comes a fresh, innovative new restaurant opening December 2012. Aptly named Mountain Standard, this rustic and relaxed tavern aims to set a new standard in the Vail valley by using an ancient form of cooking.The majority of Mountain Standard’s menu will be prepared via the most primal cooking method: over an open and live wood fire. The only restaurant in the valley to devote themselves to this age-old way of cooking, the food at this exciting new restaurant will have rustic, bold and honest flavors, focusing on the purest ingredients in the Rocky Mountain region and beyond.Service, like the cuisine, will have that perfect balance of providing a first class dining experience with a more casual vibe. There is no smoke and mirrors here - no fuss - just simple, honest, from the heart service and cooking. The beauty of the creek side location is mirrored by the high energy vibe of this dynamic restaurant.

8. Swiss Chalet

4.7

Exceptional(1357)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Vail

Booked 1 time today

Featuring traditional European cuisine by our Executive Chef in a classic Swiss-style setting, the Swiss Chalet offers the ultimate alpine dining experience. Käse Spätzle (homemade Swiss dumpling topped with cheese and crispy onions) and delicious fondues make the Swiss Chalet a delectable dining experience. Not in the mood for fondue? Our traditional European entrées and Raclette will satisfy your every need. Save room for freshly made desserts including Austrian apple strudel and chocolate fondue.

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9. Sweet Basil - Vail

4.7

Exceptional(2541)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Vail

Booked 37 times today

Sweet Basil has been a must for travelers and locals alike since 1977. The cuisine is creative contemporary American utilizing many cultural influences from around the world. Located in the heart of Vail Village, the restaurant blends fine dining with a captivating "bistro-like" energy.

10. Elway's Vail

4.7

Exceptional(1699)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Vail

Booked 6 times today

Elway's Steakhouse, located in The Heart of The Vail Village.Our approach is simple: deliver the finest and freshest every day.Aged USDA prime beef is the star at Elway’s whether your preference is a thick porterhouse, tender filet or a juicy rib-eye. Our culinary team shops for seasonal and interesting ingredients, then plans the ever-changing menus. This allows us to incorporate menu options with limited seasonal availability. Adding choices in portion size, flavor profiles and culinary styles – from the familiar to ethnic and contemporary – allows us to blend a menu always full of chaise and variety. In our ever-changing menu, you’ll always find a great mix of old favorites and exciting new options.

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Updated on 5/20/2025

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Jordan
St. Louis •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fantastic as usual. Every time we are in Vail we make sure to stop by. Brought our 6 year old, 4 year old and 2 month old to dinner. The staff are amazing and the restaurant is well prepared for families.
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Mountain StandardPrice: Expensive• American• Vail
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4.8
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GarrettVIP
Hawaii •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great time as always , excellent service and wonderful food.
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Matsuhisa VailPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Vail
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4.9
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Tommy
West Palm Beach •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
Excellent experience!!! Highly recommend!! Conveniently located in the heart of the village!
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Sweet Basil - VailPrice: Very Expensive• American• Vail
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4.7
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RodolfoVIP
Mexico City •153 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 19, 2025
Excellent service, beautiful restaurante, great staff and wonderful meals!
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Tavernetta VailPrice: Moderate• Italian• Vail
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4.6
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Lisa
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 9, 2025
Great food and ambiance …late in season and every thing was spot on!
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Alpenrose VailPrice: Moderate• German• Vail
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4.7

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