Breckenridge, Vail, Keystone and Beaver Creek Up the Culinary Offerings

Here’s an overview of new additions at Vail Resorts properties, including standout local collaborations with Outer Range Brewing and James Beard winner Chef Matt Vawter.

Vail Resorts is stepping up its culinary game this winter with a new wave of dining experiences across its Colorado resorts, and they are rolling out local partnerships with some leading Colorado chefs and breweries. Breckenridge Ski Resort will debut a series of innovative concepts spanning all Five Peaks and Main Street, joined by new signature experiences at Vail Mountain, Beaver Creek Resort and Keystone Resort that blend creativity with local character. 

“Across Colorado, mountain dining is about more than grabbing a quick bite; it’s about creating moments that reflect the energy, culture and character of each resort,” said Marissa Frutchey, Senior Director of Food & Beverage at Breckenridge Ski Resort. “This season, resort food and beverage teams at our Colorado destinations have expanded their unique offerings, with Breckenridge bringing that spirit to life through dining experiences that are a memorable part of every ski day.”

Here’s a rundown of the new restaurants and dining options. Epic Pass holders can explore the menu and receive 20% off food and drinks with Epic Mountain Rewards.


A row of partner beer cans by Outer Range Brewing and Vail Resorts.
You might just want to save your special edition can from these special edition Vail Resorts beers by Outer Range Brewing Company. Photo by Lee Nielsen, Vail Resorts.

A Colorado Collab with Outer Range Brewing Company

There’s a new partnership with Outer Range Brewing Co., the Frisco-based brewery with deep roots in mountain culture. Founded in 2016, Outer Range has built a strong national reputation for hop-forward beers, technical precision and a community-driven ethos. Guests can enjoy Outer Range brews at on-mountain locations across all of Vail Resorts’ Colorado resorts.

For the partnership, Outer Range developed custom beer cans with hand-designed, patch-style labels, illustrated by co-owner Emily Cleghorn and inspired by the terrain, personality and history of each resort. The limited-run designs bring a sense of place to every pour and will roll out across Breckenridge, Vail Mountain, Beaver Creek, Keystone and Crested Butte this season.


Eating fries and beers slope side at Breckenridge restaurants.
Hot dog towers at Breckenridge’s Ski Hill Grill. Photo by JP Douvalakis, Vail Resorts.

Breckenridge Ski Resort: Five Peaks, One Foodie Playground

Breck is aiming for creativity and a playful sense of “phone-eats-first” spectacle on and off the mountain.

On Main Street, the Maggie Waffle Shop serves sweet and savory stuffed waffles alongside indulgent hot chocolate. And the newly rebranded Maggie Kitchen & Taphouse invites guests to “come as you are, leave as a local,” pairing 14 beers on draft and craft sodas with Southern‑inspired comfort food and live music every Saturday in a welcoming happy hour scene. Families can join the Maggie Mug Club for adults or the Miners Mug Club for kids.

On Peak 9, familiar venues get bold new twists. Overlook elevates ramen with signature noodle bowls and introduces a daily Sake Golden Hour from 2 to 3 p.m. TenMile Station leans into smoky, shareable flavors with its new Smokestack Platter, a finish‑your‑dish BBQ sauce bar and weekly roast‑your‑own s’mores that turn lunch into an experience.

Peak 8 becomes a hub for quick hits and high‑energy après. Ski Hill Grill Coffee Bar debuts loaded hot chocolates and fresh pastries. Ski Hill Grill adds playful Hot Dog Towers and late‑night Dogs After Dark on Fridays and Saturdays — pair them with drinks from the adjoining TBar. The Rendezvous Bar at Vista Haus brings European alpine flair with haus‑made Glühwein, fondue and lively Stein Hoisting Competitions. And higher on the mountain, the newly reopened 6‑Chair Hut offers grab‑and‑go snacks and adult beverages.

TBar is Peak 8’s après-central, on‑mountain party scenes. DJs will keep the party going with extended hours every Friday and Saturday until 7 p.m., joined by Ullr Time, a high‑energy MegaShotski moment complete with air horns, snow‑suited staff and a crowd‑wide countdown. Curated shot skis, chicken wings and shareable ultimate nacho platters round out the menu for guests dancing the day away.

Over on Peak 7, Pioneer Crossing channels a pioneer‑meets‑Southwest spirit with Taco Tuesday specials, Mexican beers and margaritas on draft, and a house‑infused jalapeño tequila anchoring the Broken Spoke Bar. Meanwhile, Peak 6’s Horizon Hut will reopen and serve packaged meals, electrolyte drinks and protein‑forward snacks designed for guests on the move.

Check out all the Breckenridge restaurants here.


Vail Mountain: The Classics Meet Dolce Vita

Vail Mountain’s is leaning into its European style sharable dining made for lingering. At The 10th, the new Martini Lunch for Two is bringing back the art of the long lunch, pairing an oversized Caesar salad, truffle fries and martinis for two. At Two Elk Biergarten, the Alpine Duet channels Oktoberfest energy year‑round with two beers, two brats and a shared dessert in a festive alpine setting.

Stop into MidVail’s Terrace Level for refreshed classics, including flatbreads, poke bowls, salads, pasta and dessert. Then step outside to the newly reimagined Sun Terrace for European alpine café vibes, sling chairs, umbrellas and sweeping mountain views.

Find all Vail Resort restaurants here.


A sleigh is parked in front of Allie's Cabin at Beaver Creek with fireworks colorfully lighting up the sky above Beaver Creek ski resort. The site is part of the Alpine Table events, where James Beard Award winning chefs collaborate with Beaver Creek's cabin restaurants.
Take a snow-cat open sleigh to Alliie’s Cabin at Beaver Creek for the Alpine Table culinary event or season-long Northern Italian cuisine. Photo by Bob Winsett, courtesy of Vail Resorts.

Beaver Creek Resort: Elevated Alpine Dining

Beaver Creek Resort is bringing back its signature culinary event: The Alpine Table. This is one that foodies don’t want to miss. It’s an exclusive chef-led collaboration at the iconic and gorgeous Allie’s Cabin, Jan. 16-17. Guests will indulge in a one-of-a-kind, multi-course tasting menu led by Allie’s Cabin Executive Chef Jillian Shaw and Chef Matt Vawter, Executive Chef and Owner of Rootstalk in Breckenridge.

Vawter was a 2024 James Beard Award winner for Best Chef: Mountain, and he brings a thoughtful, technique-driven approach rooted in his Colorado mountain upbringing. His work is celebrated for highlighting seasonal ingredients and creating dining experiences that feel both refined and deeply personal. 

Together, Shaw and Vawter will collaborate on a menu that reflects a shared respect for craftsmanship, local sourcing and the sense of place that defines alpine dining at Beaver Creek. Alpine Table is also collaborating with innovative tequila brand, LALO Tequila, to elevate the evening’s beverage program.

Find Beaver Creek restaurants here. And make your reservations early for Beaver Creek’s Alpine Table.

Keystone Resort: Playful Dining on the Go

Keystone Resort is fully embracing its playful personality this season with the debut of Dog Cat, a snowcat that takes snacking straight to the snow. Roaming the mountain and popping up in popular gathering areas, Dog Cat serves freshly grilled hot dogs and cold drinks, creating spontaneous, mobile dining moments. It will make a fun, convenient addition to Keystone’s laid-back family vibe.

Find more Keystone restaurants here.


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