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Posted on 09 Apr 2026

Peaks & Plates: Our Dining Guide To Colorado's Mountain Towns

After a day of outdoor adventures in the mountains, you’ll want to relax and refuel. Whether you’re craving farm-to-table fare featuring locally sourced ingredients or a juicy burger and thirst-quenching local microbrew, there's something for everyone’s taste buds in the Colorado mountain towns of Steamboat, Breckenridge, Beaver Creek and Vail. Here are our favorite picks.


Steamboat
"Patatas Bravas – ate this dish all over Spain w/ my son and Besame nails it. Love the small plates"
-  Deb Trevor, Kitchen Inventory /Front Desk Specialist

Bésame brings bold Latin fusion and global flavors to downtown Steamboat Springs, creating a lively dining experience that feels both vibrant and inviting.

"5th Street Kitchen is one of Steamboat’s newer restaurants and quickly became my favorite. The attentive staff and consistently delicious food make every visit a great experience. They offer some fantastic staple dishes, while also changing the menu seasonally, which keeps things fresh and interesting. I’ve loved everything I’ve tried so far.
The owner also runs Apres Burger Bistro and Antonio's Pizza—both great, more casual spots with consistent food and reasonable prices. It’s clear the same attention to quality carries through all of them. The atmosphere at 5th Street Kitchen is warm and welcoming, and during the warmer months the outdoor seating makes it an even better place to relax and enjoy a meal."
- Amy Davis, Sales Director

5th Street Kitchen brings bold flavors and a relaxed dining experience to downtown Steamboat Springs, with hearty dishes, craft drinks, and a welcoming space for gathering with family and friends


Breckenridge
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- Teresa Wiedel, Brand & Guest Experience Manager


Located in a Victorian building in historic downtown, Rootstalk offers seasonal specialties plus tasting menus. The cuisine is ingredient-focused, from 7-course tasting menus paired with wine to simply having a quick snack and beverage at the bar. Try the homemade pasta, French onion soup, and a duck breast entree, then chose from a fun cocktail menu including a Mind Your P's & Cue's cocktail. 

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- Christine Izard, Owner Relations Manager

If Christine had to pick one place to recommend in Breckenridge it would be Radicato. She says you can’t go wrong with anything on their menu. Chef/owner, Matt Vawter, is a James Beard winner for Best Mountain Chef. Radicatto is inspired by old-world traditions and showcases delicious handmade pasta dishes to share. Inventive cocktails include Strawberry Fields and Rye Me a River.


Beaver Creek
"It's a magical experience."
- Gaby Sirotkin, Guest Services Specialist


A crown jewel tucked into an on-mountain meadow at the base of Larkspur Bowl, this luxurious log hideaway is one of Colorado's top restaurants. Beano’s Cabin is consistently recognized by the Distinguished Restaurants of North America and Wine Spectator "Best of" awards, maintaining a passionate commitment to supporting local and organic producers of Colorado meat, fish, produce and cheese.


Vail
"My go-to for lunch or dinner when I'm in Vail Village."
- Kate Pahula, Reservations Manager

Founded in December 2012. the creators of Sweet Basil opened Mountain Standard as a rustic and relaxed tavern in the Vail Valley with the majority of the menu prepared over an open and live wood fire. With a beautiful creekside location, this stylish, upmarket gastropub offers modern American fare, beers, bourbons & more in a pub-style atmosphere.


From date nights and celebrations to casual family meals and summer al fresco dining, the culinary scenes in Steamboat, Breckenridge, Beaver Creek and Vail are sure to enhance your vacation experience.

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