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Set in a West Vail strip mall, the Westside is a local institution. It does terrific all-day-breakfast skillets – like the ‘My Big Fat Greek Skillet’ with…
Must-see restaurants in Vail
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In business since 1977, Sweet Basil remains one of Vail's top restaurants. The menu changes seasonally, but the eclectic American fare, which usually…
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This gourmet destination is nestled high in the spectacular Game Creek Bowl. Take the Eagle Bahn Gondola to Eagle’s Nest and staff will shuttle you (via…
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And you thought ski-lodge fare had to be tasteless frozen burgers and microwaved nachos. No longer: the Tenth ratchets up Vail's ski-in, ski-out dining up…
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A star disciple of both his grandfather and Nobu Matsuhisa (yes, that Matsuhisa), Osaki worked in the Aspen restaurant before opening up this hole-in-the…
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Legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa has upped Vail's culinary standards with this modern, airy space in the heart of the Solaris complex. Expect traditional…
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A casual spin-off of Sweet Basil – located out front – Mountain Standard has a lovely riverside setting that spills out onto the patio in warmer weather…
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This farmers market and art show, located on Meadow Dr in the heart of the Vail Village, was established in 2001. You can grab any number of items for…
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Man, is this fried chicken good. We could tout the healthy aspects (non-GMO, free-range, veggie-fed birds), but it's the dynamite gluten-free batter that…
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A long-standing local favorite set alongside Gore Creek, this restaurant boasts great lunchtime deals (turkey and Brie sandwich with orange-cranberry…
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Unless your accommodations include a morning buffet, this is where to go for breakfast. It serves gourmet coffee, tasty breakfast burritos and some damn…
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The most popular place for breakfast at the resort is the Little Diner in Lionshead. Huevos rancheros, sweet and savory crepes, biscuits and gravy – it's…
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Half hip eatery, half space-age bowling alley, bōl is the most unusual hangout in Vail. You can go bowling in the back ($105 to $300 per hour!), but it's…
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Located beneath the Transportation Center and next to the Ski Museum, it should come as no surprise that Vail's cheapest meal has a rather quirky location…
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Almost under the bridge, this low-key underground cafe serves bagels and breakfast burritos, espressos and soy lattes, and sandwiches and smoothies for…
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You'll put on some pounds at this blues-driven barbecue chain, but the unpretentious roadhouse vibe is a refreshing change from the rest of the resort…
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In overpriced and borderline-snooty Vail, this throwback pizza joint wins for aroma, ambience and, well, pizza. It does steaks and chops and also pasta…
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It’s a splurge, but then all of Vail is a splurge – and this is a worthy one. Where else in town can you slurp black mussels and follow it up with lobster…
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Located right next to the Eagle Bahn Gondola, El Sabor wins points more for its location than its cuisine. You can find some decent $9 specials (Tamale…
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If you’re looking for center-cut Angus, beef ribs or surf-and-turf in pressed-tablecloth environs, this intimate steakhouse is a good choice. Sides are…
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Part of the Arrabelle, the Tavern is a typical resort restaurant. The food is decent, but all in all unspectacular.
