There are many wonderful, fun, and tasty restaurants in the Vail Village, but when searching for the best, there are six that stick out as the very best!
#6: Left Bank
The Left Bank serves traditional French cuisine in a fine dining setting in the heart of the Vail Village. Using the freshest ingredients of the finest quality. Chef/Owner Jean-Michel Chelain prepares every dish from scratch. Featuring French classics such as Dover Sole Meunière, Cote de Boeuf, each item is carefully prepared and beautifully presented to offer classic and transcendent culinary experiences.
Discover the best of Austrian beers and specialty drinks as well as a selected bar menu. Do not miss the opportunity to visit the “wall of fame” showcasing notable past patrons. You might even see a few of Pepi Gramshammer’s medals and trophies from his skiing years with the Austrian Super Ski Team and professional racing circuit. Pepi’s Bar is always home to the presiding Austrian ski team when World Cup Races are in town. Local entertainers provide nightly and après entertainment.
#4: La Bottega
At La Bottega, it’s a clarion call to enjoy the food, wines and hospitality that are the hallmarks of this relaxed, yet gracious place. Enjoy their sunny patio, intimate wine bar or the inviting dining room, with its oven-warmed spice-scented aromas and fresh tastes of fine Northern Italian cuisine.
Whether you have planned a high-energy apres, a romantic dinner for two, a lively family gathering, or a sumptuous feast after a long day of business, La Bottega truly is a celebration for the senses.
#3: Sweet Basil
“A mountain favorite for decades” (Travel + Leisure), Sweet Basil is a Vail Village staple and continual hot spot.
#2 La Nonna
After undergoing a thorough renovation in 2018, the doors have been opened to all devoted guests. Thanks to a “perfect pairing” with longstanding Vail restaurateurs Luc and Liz Meyer, Simone and Mira are fulfilling their dream of sharing their profound love for Italian cuisine and wine with visiting guests and the local community. The dining room exudes elegance, yet warmth, the kitchen boasts state-of-the-art facilities, and the staff offers a welcoming atmosphere. La Nonna is a special, joyful place—a place for celebration!
#1 Matsuhisa
Nestled in the heart of Vail Village, Matsuhisa offers an exquisite dining experience, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s second Colorado venture since its inception in 2011. Situated within the 5-Star Solaris development, the restaurant exudes rustic urban charm with features like a captivating stone fireplace, outdoor fire pits, and custom woodwork. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame breathtaking views of Vail Mountain, while seasonally, the expansive outdoor patio beckons patrons to enjoy the surroundings. Chef Nobu’s culinary artistry, influenced by his classical training in Tokyo and global experiences, shines through in signature dishes like Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño, Black Cod Miso, and Whitefish Tiradito, inviting guests on a journey of refined Japanese cuisine.