Even the pickiest eaters can find something desirable in Vail restaurants. Basic cuisines to special mountain treats are conveniently located throughout Vail.
Here are some laid-back Vail restaurants on the cheap:
1. Bagali’s Italian Restaurant
2161 N Frontage Road W
Vail, CO 81657
970-479-9242
Enjoy casual dining and all of your Italian favorites at Bagali’s. From margarita pizza to lasagna to tiramisu for dessert, you’ll be sure to get a comforting meal after your workout in the snow. Feel like keeping it light? Try one of their salads.
2. Big Bear Bistro
304 Hanson Ranch Road
Vail, CO 81657
970-476-1755
Big Bear Bistro—or B-cubed, as the locals call it—is a great breakfast and lunch spot. It boasts the best gourmet sandwiches in town, as well as premium coffee and tea. B-cubed offers daily specials and a local-vibe to make your meal experience tasty and relaxing.
3. Billy’s Island Grill
610 W. Lionshead Circle
Vail, CO 81657
970-476-8811
Sometimes you just need a steak, right? How about a steak at a reasonable price? Even better! Billy’s Island Grill is the only Vail restaurant that features hand-carved steaks, along with prime rib, seafood, pasta, and chicken specialties. Billy’s is also the home of the largest salad bar in Vail.
Fancy up your dining experience with these Vail restaurants:
1. Sweet Basil
193 Gore Creek Drive
Vail, CO 81657
970-476-0125
The Zagat survey has voted Sweet Basil “Colorado’s Most Popular Restaurant.” Sweet Basil opened in 1977, and has since expanded to a 130 seat Vail restaurant. Their wine list features over 500 carefully selected wines from around the world.
2. Vail Chophouse
675 W Lionshead Circle
Vail, CO 81657
970-477-0555
Vail Chophouse is located slopeside, at the base of the Gondola in Lionshead. Besides the mountain view, Wednesday through Monday from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. guests at Vail Chophouse may enjoy performances from in-house magician Danny Archer.
3. The Wildflower
174 East Gore Creek Drive
Vail, CO 81657
970-754-7871
While you are in Vail, why not explore other hotels for your next visit to the area? Vail restaurants in hotels are a great way to see other lodging options first hand. The Wildflower is part of The Lodge at Vail. The Wildflower’s wine list has earned Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence for the last 15 years. Reservations for a world-class American cuisine experience can easily be made online.
No matter what you’re craving to eat while on vacation, Vail restaurants are all conveniently located and aim to satisfy every appetite. You’ll feel right at home while you enjoy a meal on the mountain.
