Vail Restaurants
For over 60 years—The Vail Resort has been delighting skiers with its expansive, legendary 5,200 acres of skiable terrain. In the early days, Vail was simply a ski town, bustling in the winters with stretches of quiet during the fair-weather months. With the lure of the cool alpine air and boundless outdoor activities to be enjoyed, folks now recreate on area waterways and mountain trails from the spring runoff, to the golden explosion of aspens in the fall.
Vail is now a year-round playground, and certainly world-class dining is a centerpiece of the Vail experience. Toast the town as you après at local pubs, singing along with local musicians, or enjoy a sumptuous meal in intimate elegance with white tablecloths and wine parings. Vail’s culinary scene is an embarrassment of riches, and all your options from Vail to Cascade Village to West Vail are accessible on the country’s largest free bus system.
See featured restaurants below, or click the button to the right for a complete list.
The Red Lion
Enjoy this Vail landmark, the Village’s best entertainment and dining venue since 1963!
Enjoy the best outdoor dining in Vail Village on our large deck. Come in and watch the games on 21 surround sound, HD TVs. We are kid friendly.
Revel Lounge
Inspired by Colorado. Fueled by Passion. Welcome to where après begins. Capturing the revelry and passion for our mountains, Revel celebrates your day’s adventures with hand-crafted cocktails and savory shared plates. Extensive Kids' Menu
Ridge + River
Local après-ski spot
Located in Manor Vail Lodge at the base of Vail Mountain's Golden Peak, The Fitz serves up Colorado inspired cuisine and local craft spirits. You cannot beat the spot for convenience after a day on the slopes for après or an upscale dining experience with unmatched views.
Russell's Steak & Seafood
Bridge Street’s Cozy Steakhouse... a friendly, relaxed atmosphere with wonderful creekside dining
During the winter season, bar opens at 5:30pm and dinner is served nightly from 5:30-10pm
For parties greater than 5, please call after 4:30pm
Reservations recommended please visit us at russellsvail.com
Slope Room
An alpine bistro focused on the connection with Rocky Mountain farmers and ranchers.
Creative dishes with local ingredients star at this sophisticated yet cozy restaurant and bar that pays homage to allure of the Old West with a decidedly modern twist on the traditional new American and steakhouse menu. Dinner Daily 5 - 9:30pm
Up The Creek
Vail’s only creekside dining with patio seating
Family owned and operated since 1988
Award-winning wine list
In our effort to provide great, healthy and sustainable food, we use only Harris Ranch all natural beef, as well as using additive free, range fed and environmentally responsible products.
Westside Cafe
American Comfort Food Friendly Service
Happy Hour 4-6pm daily
Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner 7 days a week
Voted... Best Breakfast Best Lunch Best Family / Casual Dinner
