Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Vail

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchJapanese

Regions

Mountains

Neighborhoods

Beaver CreekEdwardsVail

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

13 restaurants available nearby

1. Matsuhisa Vail

4.9

Exceptional(1427)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Vail

Booked 3 times today

If your desired reservation time is not available online, please call the restaurant at 970-476-6628 and press option 1 between 3:30 and 9:30 p.m. MST. Walk-in and waitlist options are available in person beginning at 4:45 p.m. daily. We do not utilize the Open Table "Notify Me" feature.Featuring Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature new-style Japanese cuisine, Matsuhisa Vail is located in the Solaris Plaza in the heart of Vail Village. Our dining room is open from 5pm nightly. Takeout available nightly from 5-9 pm. Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s fusion cuisine draws influence from his classical training in Tokyo and his life abroad in Peru, Argentina, and around the world, showcasing signature dishes such as Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño, Black Cod Miso and White fish Tiradito.

2. Vintage

4.7

Exceptional(2049)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Vail

Booked 31 times today

Classic French-Inspired Brasserie. If your desired reservation time is unavailable, please try calling the restaurant. We may be able to secure a booking. We apologize for the inconvenience, but we no longer accept online reservations for parties of eight or more. Please call the restaurant to book for larger groups.

3. Deca+Bol

4.7

Exceptional(629)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Vail

Booked 31 times today

**OPEN TABLE IS FOR DINING RESERVATIONS ONLY. FOR BOWLING RESERVATIONS, PLEASE VISIT DECABOLVAIL.COM OR CALL 970-476-5300. **A unique venue located in Solaris Plaza where city vibes meet mountain culture in the heart of Vail Village. DECA is an elevated restaurant that offers a chef-executed menu with world class tastes, creative cocktails and delicious wines. An experience that is focused on quality food, flavors and company. Just beyond DECA, experience the best nightlife in Vail Village at BOL.*We have a $15 per person no show policy - if you need to make changes to your reservation please call the restaurant*

4. La Bottega - Vail

4.6

Exceptional(1453)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Vail

Booked 29 times today

Per HOA Regulations, all guests must vacate the restaurant no later than 11:30pm, this includes New Years Eve.La Bottega offers authentic Italian cuisine with the Chef Stephen Virion having worked in Tuscany and the Veneto regions of Italy. His wife, Elisabetta, is from Asiago, Italy and has crafted the wine list to compliment the cuisine. La Bottega's Wine Bar is a great place for apres ski or to just have a glass of wine with friends from our award winning wine list.Failure to cancel or correct your reservation according to our reservation terms, will result in your credit card being charged a fee of $40/person. Please call the restaurant 12 hours prior to your reservation for any changes.Patio seating is on a first come first serve basis, all reservations made are for indoor seating only.

5. Leonora

3.5

Very Good(1121)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Vail

Booked 10 times today

Set in the heart of Vail Village, just off the pedestrian corridor, Leonora offers an inviting dining experience inspired by our own Colorado Rockies. Using only the finest fresh, local and organic ingredients.Dishes are simply prepared and thoughtfully paired with wines from around the world. Our sommelier’s hand-picked selections are sourced from traditional and unexpected places, each selected to complement Executive Chef Kevin Erving’s playful yet sophisticated menu.

A photo of Pepi's Restaurant & Bar restaurant

6. Pepi's Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(913)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Austrian • Vail

Booked 15 times today

Pepi's Restaurant & Bar is located in the heart of Vail on the corner of Bridge St and Gore Creek Drive. Famous for it's rich history and delicious, Austrian and traditional European specialty dishes.Join us in the Antler’s Room, Vail’s only “Jägerstube”, for a unique dinning experience in wild game and table side service (adult dinning only, for reservations call 970 476-4671).Family dinning available only for 5:30pm reservations in the Main dinning room, adult only (16&up) dinning for all reservations after.Join us for some genuine Austrian, "Gemütlichkeit!"

7. Elway's Vail

4.7

Exceptional(1669)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Vail

Booked 56 times today

Elway's Steakhouse, located in The Heart of The Vail Village.Our approach is simple: deliver the finest and freshest every day.Aged USDA prime beef is the star at Elway’s whether your preference is a thick porterhouse, tender filet or a juicy rib-eye. Our culinary team shops for seasonal and interesting ingredients, then plans the ever-changing menus. This allows us to incorporate menu options with limited seasonal availability. Adding choices in portion size, flavor profiles and culinary styles – from the familiar to ethnic and contemporary – allows us to blend a menu always full of chaise and variety. In our ever-changing menu, you’ll always find a great mix of old favorites and exciting new options.

A photo of Lancelot Restaurant restaurant

8. Lancelot Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1281)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Vail

Booked 25 times today

Lancelot is Vail's original prime rib house and has been serving the same slow-roasted favorite since 1969. Today, Lancelot offers a delicious array of carefully prepared steaks and seafood in addition to our time honored tradition. Our wine list features selections from around the world, with an emphasis on California and Napa Valley.Locally owned and operated, we are a small team and strive to treat our customers like family. Serving dinner Monday-Sunday at 5:30p.m. The bar is open at 5:00p.m.

9. Yama

4.8

Exceptional(699)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Vail

Booked 22 times today

Nestled in the Vail Village, this sophisticated sushi and Japanese restaurant offers an intimate and fun dining experience. This upbeat, chic restaurant focuses on fresh fish and a variety of specialty cocktails.

10. La Tour

4.2

Awesome(2201)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Vail

Booked 35 times today

La Tour Restaurant has been voted the best restaurant in Vail since 2006 by the Vail Daily Readers Poll and is conveniently located in the heart of Vail Village directly across from the west-end of the Vail Village Parking Structure. Chef Paul Ferzacca’s modern French-American cuisine is famous in the Vail dining scene. Utilizing the best organic, natural and sustainable products available, La Tour is known as the restaurant where the chefs eat.

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EnriqueVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Terrific dining experience. The hostess made every effort to accommodate my requests in spite of a very busy night.
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La Bottega - VailPrice: Expensive• Italian• Vail
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4.6
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meg
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was great. It was a half an hour before we were seated and we got off to a slower start. Once the order was placed, however the service picked up and everything was really delicious.
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LeonoraPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Vail
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3.5
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Estelle VIP
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We love the food, the atmosphere and the bloody Mary's at Vintage. A terrific spot for brunch and the eggs are always cooked to perfection. We also love the side salad that accompanies the meal and the level of service. Vintage always delivers a superb dining experience in a beautiful setting.
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VintagePrice: Very Expensive• French• Vail
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4.7
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CALEB
Orlando / Central Florida East •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
This place kind of looks like a laid back Miami lounge, but with an eclectic upper-scale bar food menu. Get the ahi tuna and lamb lollypops.
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Deca+BolPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Vail
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4.7
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Julie
Houston •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 11, 2025
The miso cod, seafood udon, and combination sashimi were all excellent. Service was prompt and attentive at early seating (5:00 PM).
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Matsuhisa VailPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Vail
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4.9

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