Published October 14, 2026Updated October 18, 20265 min readMountains/Ski

Where to Eat Near Aspen and Vail Vacation Rentals

Aspen and Vail rentals skew toward ski groups and higher-end trips, so après-ski and a proper dinner out matter as much as the lodging. This guide lists 6 restaurants that fit that pattern. Every detail comes from the restaurant’s own website, checked on October 14, 2026. Hours change by season, so confirm before you go. Still choosing where to stay? Start with the Aspen and Vail neighborhood guide, and see Aspen vs Vail ski rentals for planning.

Quick answer

The list covers Aspen (2), Vail (3) and Vail (Lionshead) / Beaver Creek (1). BnB Search is a rental directory, not a restaurant critic, so the list is not ranked and shows no ratings.

Where to eat near each rental area

Our Aspen and Vail hub groups rentals by area (Aspen, Snowmass Village, Vail, Beaver Creek and Basalt / Carbondale). Use the area filter on the map or the Aspen and Vail directory to see which rentals are near these addresses.

Aspen: Ajax Tavern at The Little Nell and Petit Trois at MOLLIE Aspen.
Vail: Bully Ranch, Sweet Basil and Mountain Standard.
Vail (Lionshead) / Beaver Creek: Vail Chophouse.
Not covered yet: On-mountain restaurants run by the ski areas open with the winter season, so they are not listed while closed. We also could not confirm current fall hours on a restaurant’s own site for Snowmass Village or Basalt / Carbondale.

Early breakfast

Petit Trois at MOLLIE Aspen opens at 7 AM. Hours are from each restaurant’s site and can change by season.

Après-ski

Ajax Tavern at The Little Nell, Bully Ranch, Mountain Standard and Vail Chophouse serve food through the afternoon, per their sites. Check seasonal dates before you plan around one.

Dinner after the slopes

Ajax Tavern at The Little Nell, Petit Trois at MOLLIE Aspen, Bully Ranch, Sweet Basil, Mountain Standard and Vail Chophouse are dinner-focused spots on this list. Several are busy on holiday and peak weekends, so book or arrive early where reservations are not taken.

Restaurant details and sources

Hours and descriptions come from each restaurant’s website, checked October 14, 2026.

Ajax Tavern at The Little Nell

Area: Aspen. The Little Nell, base of Aspen Mountain beside the Silver Queen Gondola
Meals and hours: Lunch 11:30 AM–4 PM and happy hour 2–4 PM daily, per its site. Seasonal closure October 19–November 19
Known for: An après-ski spot with a sun-soaked patio at the base of the slopes. The restaurant highlights its truffle fries and Wagyu double cheeseburger.
Why it fits: Classic Aspen après for ski groups. Check dates: it closes for the shoulder season from October 19 to November 19.
Website: www.thelittlenell.com/dine/ajax-tavern · Source: www.thelittlenell.com

Petit Trois at MOLLIE Aspen

Area: Aspen. MOLLIE Aspen, 111 S Garmisch St, Aspen
Meals and hours: Breakfast 7–11 AM, lunch 11:30 AM–2 PM, dinner 5–9 PM, weekend brunch 7 AM–2 PM, per its site
Known for: A Parisian-inspired bistro from chef Ludo Lefebvre serving classic French dishes, with year-round heated outdoor seating and a cocktail bar.
Why it fits: A French bistro dinner for couples or a small group, plus breakfast in town.
Website: mollieaspen.com/dine-drink/restaurant-bar · Source: mollieaspen.com

Bully Ranch

Area: Vail. Sonnenalp Hotel, Vail Village
Meals and hours: Lunch, après and dinner. Its site lists 11 AM–10 PM daily and recommends reservations
Known for: Hearty American and Southwestern fare in the Sonnenalp Hotel, with burgers, nachos and truffle tots, craft cocktails and patio seating. Its site pitches it for an après-ski burger and brew.
Why it fits: Casual après or dinner in Vail Village, including with kids.
Website: sonnenalp.com/dining/bully-ranch · Source: sonnenalp.com

Sweet Basil

Area: Vail. 193 Gore Creek Dr, Vail Village
Meals and hours: Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 AM–3 PM and dinner nightly from 5 PM. Its site lists Fri–Sat closing as both 9 and 10 PM, so confirm
Known for: A Vail Village restaurant since 1977 serving New American food, with a deep bar and wine cellar. Its site says the Michelin Guide highlights it.
Why it fits: A special-occasion dinner for couples or a luxury group.
Website: www.sweetbasilvail.com · Source: www.sweetbasilvail.com

Mountain Standard

Area: Vail. 193 Gore Creek Dr, Vail Village
Meals and hours: Lunch 11:30 AM–3:30 PM, in-between menu 3:30–5 PM, dinner 5–9 PM, per its site
Known for: Wood-fired American mountain cooking from wood-burning grills and a rotisserie, with seasonal cocktails and craft beer.
Why it fits: Its in-between menu covers the gap after skiing and before dinner.
Website: www.mtnstandard.com · Source: www.mtnstandard.com

Vail Chophouse

Area: Vail (Lionshead) / Beaver Creek. Lionshead, Vail, and 15 W Thomas Pl, Beaver Creek
Meals and hours: Lunch, après and dinner. Its site lists 11 AM–9 PM daily for the Vail location
Known for: Steaks and fresh seafood with slope-side views, a mountainside patio with afternoon après live music in Lionshead, and CBAR at Beaver Creek, which its site describes as a sports bar meets oyster bar.
Why it fits: Après and a steak dinner without leaving the base area, in either Vail or Beaver Creek.
Website: www.vailchophouse.com · Source: www.vailchophouse.com

Tips

Hours shift between peak and off-season. Check the restaurant’s site the week of your trip.
If you plan to cook most nights, see Aspen and Vail grocery stores near rentals and filter for a full kitchen when you compare rentals.

FAQ

Where can we get an early breakfast near Aspen and Vail rentals?

Petit Trois at MOLLIE Aspen lists opening at 7 AM. Hours were checked on October 14, 2026.

Which restaurants on this list are in Vail?

Bully Ranch, Sweet Basil and Mountain Standard. See each card below for the address and hours.

Does BnB Search rank these restaurants?

No. BnB Search is a vacation rental directory. This is an unranked list of places whose details we confirmed on their own websites, and it does not include ratings.

Hotels, resorts and lodges in our Aspen and Vail directory

Each of these listings has a BnB Search page that links to the property’s own website or its managing company’s site. The list is alphabetical, not ranked, and shows no ratings.