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1. Alpenrose Vail
4.7
Exceptional(2195)
$$$$
• German • Vail
Booked 45 times today
Where guests become friends..With lovely prepared dishes from traditional recipes to fine classics and specialties with a touch of international culinary inspiration.We serve simple tasty home-style cuisine with hearty goulash, dumpling specialties, Kässpätzle and a savory snack plate as well as a sweet finish with a selection of traditional Alpine desserts like Dampfnudeln, Palatschinken or apple strudel.For families and get-togethers with friends try our Walliser tomato fondue at long, comfy family tables and for our little one's we offer a special kid's menu.Warmth, hospitality and enjoying life - Welcome to Alpenrose!For GONDOLA Reservations please book through Alpenrose Gondola Experience(Winter only)
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2. Pepi's Restaurant & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(1018)
$$$$
• Austrian • Vail
Booked 13 times today
Pepi's Restaurant & Bar is located in the heart of Vail on the corner of Bridge St and Gore Creek Drive. Famous for its rich history and delicious Austrian and traditional European specialty dishes.Dinner reservations start at 5:00pm - SUMMER* We welcome children of any age (only summer)Antlers room is only open in winter timeJoin us for some genuine Austrian cuisine. "Gemütlichkeit!"
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3. Mirabelle Restaurant - Beaver Creek
4.7
Exceptional(1743)
$$$$
• Belgian • Beaver Creek
Booked 18 times today
Mirabelle is a boutique restaurant located in the Vail Valley and believe to be the first home site in Beaver Creek. It’s unique and romantic setting is the home of Belgium Master Chef Daniel Joly. His unique and contemporary cuisine uses the best natural and organic ingredients available. Chef Joly takes great pride in his work but if you ask him what gives him the most satisfaction of all his awards and accomplishments, he will simply say that awards and peer recognition are great but a customer complimenting him for a great dining experience is the best of all. Please arrive on time, we will hold the table for 15 minutes.We are answering our phone during business hours at 2 pm, you can visit our website.We are open Monday through Saturday, closed on Sunday. Outdoor seating has limit availability so please call the restaurant to request outdoor seating.Thank you for joining us for a wonderful dinner.
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4. Beaver Creek Chophouse
4.6
Exceptional(1028)
$$$$
• Steak • Beaver Creek
Booked 9 times today
Located slopeside, at the base of the Centennial Lift in Beaver Creek Village, the Beaver Creek Chophouse sits amidst all of the action and all of the beauty of Beaver Creek Mountain. Serving a comprehensive lunch menu, featuring an assortment of soups, salads, sandwiches, and hot entrees, in addition to an incomparable dinner selection filled with fantastic steaks and fresh seafood; this restaurant melds delicious cuisine with stunning views, a welcoming staff and a luxurious atmosphere to create an unparalleled dining experience.
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5. 8100 Mountainside Bar & Grill at Park Hyatt Beaver Creek
4.5
Awesome(472)
$$$$
• American • Beaver Creek
Booked 4 times today
*From April 6th through end of May, 8100 Mountainside Grill will be serving solely out of Brass Bear Bar, located in our beautiful lobby.*
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6. Campo de Fiori - Aspen
4.7
Exceptional(435)
$$$$
• Italian • Aspen
Booked 35 times today
Campo de Fiori was proudly voted “Best Italian Restaurant in Aspen” in both 2025 and 2026 by our loyal community in the Aspen Times, and we are honored to hold the 2026 DIRONA Award of Excellence. For more than three decades, Campo has been a cherished Aspen favorite, welcoming locals and visitors who return for our joyful atmosphere, heartfelt hospitality, and the vibrant, authentic flavors of Italy that fill our dining room each night.Join us as we celebrate the freshest ingredients transformed into exceptional cuisine by Executive Chef Rodrigo Aguilar and our talented kitchen team. Explore remarkable wines from Dave Ellsweig’s extensive and thoughtfully curated list, and savor the energy, warmth, and passion that define every Campo evening.Located in the heart of town at 205 South Mill Street (downstairs in the Mill Street Plaza), Campo is the perfect place to gather, celebrate, and enjoy unforgettable nights in Aspen.Your table is waiting. Ci vediamo presto!
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7. Catch Steak Aspen
4.6
Exceptional(1068)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Aspen
Booked 58 times today
Positioned beside the mountains, Catch Steak Aspen combines the authority of a classic steakhouse with the energetic vibe of a Catch Hospitality Group property. The intimate outpost of this New York and Los Angeles staple is spread throughout two levels, including an outdoor terrace with sweeping views of Aspen Mountain. The menu featured a curated collection of the world's best cuts and Catch-style dishes for a more approachable steakhouse experience.Please note for guests booked on our outdoor terrace, in case of poor weather, we will make every attempt to seat the party indoors on either our 1st or 2nd floor dining room. Seating in this case may not be 100% guaranteed.
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8. Cache Cache
4.7
Exceptional(167)
$$$$
• Contemporary French / American • Aspen
Booked 19 times today
**Please call us at 970-925-3835 if your requested time in unavailable online.**A warm and inviting atmosphere awaits you at Cache Cache. A little bit of heart goes into each dish prepared and local ingredients are sourced when they're available. Eat lightly, enjoying some appetizers in the lounge or enjoy a full sit-down dinner with several mouth-watering entrees. Start out your visit at Cache Cache with royal osetra caviar, Alaskan king crab or Hudson Valley Fois Gras Terrine. Entrees include a main dish with two sides and a sauce to complement your meal. Calf's liver, Colorado rack of lamb and Boulder natural rotisserie chicken are just a few of the options. Ask the sommelier to pair a wine with your meal. The desserts at Cache Cache are simply scrumptious and include house biscotti with espresso ice cream, assorted gelato and sorbetti flavors.
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9. Kenichi Snowmass
4.8
Exceptional(300)
$$$$
• Sushi • Snowmass
Booked 6 times today
If no reservations are available this evening, there is plenty of space for walk-in dining at our bar, sushi bar, and lounge area. Enjoy dinner with us at our fun and lively locally-owned restaurant. Please be aware there is a different location nearby in Aspen as well.We are excited to bring the Kenichi name to Snowmass Village. A local favorite, serving contemporary Asian cuisine and world-class sushi in a vibrant and energetic atmosphere.Taking inspiration from traditional Japanese design, with solid walnut and moving images projected onto shoji screens, we invite you to come dine with us in our beautiful restaurant.Enjoy our Private Tatami room for larger parties. Treat your palate to our extensive wine list and allow our staff to pair our exquisite cuisine with one of the largest sake lists in the country.
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10. Monarch Casino Black Hawk - TWENTY FOUR 7 Restaurant
new
4.1
Excellent(120)
$$$$
• American • Black Hawk
Black Hawk’s only 24-hour restaurant featuring flavors from Black Hawk to Beijing.Savor contemporary American and Asian cuisine in a sophisticated yet comfortable atmosphere with an emphasis on fresh flavors and quality ingredients. There is something for every craving – juicy burgers, hand-tossed gourmet pizzas, savory stir-fry, around-the-clock breakfast including fluffy omelets, homemade biscuits with country gravy and so much more.Complement your meal with a selection from our full bar including local Colorado beers, top shelf spirits, and a variety of wines by the glass.Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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  • Devon
    Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We love coming here when we visit Vail. Amazing food and you feel like you are in another country.
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    Alpenrose Vail$$$$• German• Vail
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    4.7
  • LucileGold
    El Paso •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Food was wonderful. Our table ordered the gnocchi, French onion soup, schnitzel and tuna. Quite a variety and every dish delicious!
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    Pepi's Restaurant & Bar$$$$• Austrian• Vail
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    4.8
  • GeorgeGold
    Denver / Colorado •30 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    A very special evening is defined by dining at Mirabelle. The restaurant has a wonderful ambience. The staff is professional and courteous yet friendly and approachable. The food is always how you would want a dish to be prepared in both presentation and taste. The wine list has more than enough choices to pair with dinner. In sum, a superb dining experience that should not be missed if you are in the Valley.
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    Mirabelle Restaurant - Beaver Creek$$$$• Belgian• Beaver Creek
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    4.7
  • KarlaGold
    Denver / Colorado •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    A lovely deck, great attentive service from all staff, good food. ...will go back. thank you!
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    8100 Mountainside Bar & Grill at Park Hyatt Beaver Creek$$$$• American• Beaver Creek
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    4.5
  • nancyGold
    Denver / Colorado •43 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 29, 2026
    Great food selections; service; and atmosphere. We sat outside and enjoyed a delicious salad and lobster roll! Fantastic! A key lime martini was extra special & celebrated our anniversary with the chocolate lava cake & “butterfinger” drink!!
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    Beaver Creek Chophouse$$$$• Steak• Beaver Creek
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    4.6

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