For special occasions or a fancy night out in Vail, check out our top 5 upscale restaurants in Vail, Colorado near your Wander Vail Valley home.
Matsuhisa
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Distance from Wander Vail Valley: 2 miles
Location: 141 E Meadow Dr, Vail, CO 81657
Hours: 5PM-10PM daily
Phone: (970) 476-6628
Matsuhisa Vail is an acclaimed Japanese restaurant by chef Nobu Matsuhisa featuring tasting menus. It’s in a rustic urban setting complete with a stone fireplace and outdoor fire pits.
Signature dishes include Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño, Black Cod Miso and White fish Tiradito. Advanced reservations are highly recommended.
Vintage
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Distance from Wander Vail Valley: 2 miles
Location: 12 Vail Rd #100, Vail, CO 81657
Hours: 8:30AM-9PM Monday, Friday and Saturday; 8:30AM-1:45PM & 5PM-9PM Sunday; Closed Tuesday-Thursday
Phone: (970) 479-0175
Website: https://vintage-vail.com/
Vintage is a charming French brasserie serving a menu of classic French fare and a wide selection of cocktails, wine, and beer. They are also known for their "boozy champagne brunch," which is available from Friday to Monday at 8:30 AM to 2 PM.
Alpenrose
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Distance from Wander Vail Valley: 2.5 miles
Location: 100 E Meadow Dr STE 25, Vail, CO 81657
Hours: 11:30AM-10PM Tuesday-Sunday; Closed Monday
Phone: (970) 476-8899
Website: http://www.alpenrose-vail.com/
If you're looking for comforting Germanic food like goulash, pork schnitzel, or Alpine Gnocchis on a chilly day, look no further!
This German-Austrian restaurant was established in 1974 and continues to serve homemade pastries, plus beer and wine. A featured item on the menu is a hearty cheese fondue served with rustic bread or gluten-free crackers.
Mountain Standard
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Distance from Wander Vail Valley: 2.5 miles
Location: 193 Gore Creek Dr, Vail, CO 81657
Hours: 11:30AM-3:30PM and 5PM-9PM Monday-Friday; 11:30AM-9PM Saturday; 11AM-9PM Sunday
Phone: (970) 476-0123
Website: https://www.mtnstandard.com/
Mountain Standard is a stylish gastropub offering New American fare, beers, bourbons and more in a woody space. What's interesting is that the majority of Mountain Standard’s menu is prepared via the most primal cooking method: over an open and live wood fire that will bring out rustic and bold flavors.
Sweet Basil
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Distance from Wander Vail Valley: 2.5 miles
Location: 193 Gore Creek Dr, Vail, CO 81657
Hours: 12PM-3PM & 5PM-9PM Wednesday-Sunday; 5PM-9PM Monday-Tuesday
Phone: (970) 476-0125
Website: https://www.sweetbasilvail.com/
Sweet Basil is a trendy hot spot for inspired New American eats. You can choose to dine in a swanky dining room or have drinks at the buzzy bar. Entrees include halibut, pork chops, venison, and lamb t-bones, to name a few.
Your next best vacation is just a few taps away. Dine out at Vail's finest restaurants and experience the best activities with recommendations from Wander Concierge!
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