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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. 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
"For the ultimate treat, try the Chef's Counter Tasting Menu with wine pairing."
- Teresa Wiedel, Brand & Guest Experience Manager


Located in a Victorian building in historic downtown, Rootstalk offers cuisine that is ingredient-focused, technique-driven and deeply committed to quality at all levels. The chef works with Colorado's farmers, ranchers, and artisans to source the best ingredients.


"I love sharing apps and enjoying drinks in the restaurant's great rustic-chic atmosphere."
Nancy McDowell, Accounting Assistant

Aurum Food & Wine Breckenridge offers innovative New American, farm-to-table fare with unique cocktails & craft beer, topped with a wine list creatively sorted by music genres!


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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