Park City Winter Dining Guide
Let’s Eat!
One of the many things I love about Park City is all the fabulous restaurants in the area. I love discovering new places and of course, go back to my favorites every time we are in town. Be sure to book well in advance as popular dining spots book up especially during peak season.
No matter if you are looking for a date night spot, kid-friendly options, or even vegan or gluten-free menu options, I've got you covered! These are/were some of my favorite restaurants prior to adopting a whole food plant-based lifestyle. I look forward to expanding this list for those of you looking for restaurants that have vegan/plant-based options.
Dining Faves
Canyons Village
Canyons Village
Once considered the “wild west” of Park City, the Canyons has multiple dining options making it possible to never leave the village.
Burgers, wings, nachos made of tater tots, and designer milkshakes keep us coming back…but I am also a fan of the “Bougie Hippie” house-made quinoa sunflower seed, black bean burger as well as the Impossible Burger and plant-based chicken options on the menu. No reservations at this popular spot and you often need to practice patience with waitstaff and the kitchen.
If you would like a fine steak dinner that rivals any steak you may eat in Texas or New York City…I’m talking sou vide, melt in your mouth deliciousness, then Edge is your place. Alpenglobe outdoor dining is also available if you want to take your dinner to next level bougie.
Traditional Japanese Hot Pot, Pho, Rice Bowls, and Ramen. It’s delish and fun to make at the table.
Was closed this summer and glad to hear it’s reopened for the winter season. Open for Après Ski, Dine-In, or Carry Out. It is one of my favorite restaurants in Canyons Village. However, I am worried about recommending it as the restaurant closed this summer and just reopened with a new “bistro concept.” Maybe try it for Après Ski first before you commit to dinner. If you go, let me know what you think in the comments!
Park City Mountain Village
The O.G. base lift area for Park City Mountain has multiple dining options close by.
Family favorite for live music on the patio overlooking the Park City Golf Course and PC “Mountain”. It gives me all the feels in the summertime and warm comfort food in the yurt in the wintertime. The restaurant is at the bottom of the Silver Star lift.
Known for their expansive menu from sushi to meatloaf and sharp sense of humor. Don’t miss the fine print.
Amazing coffee, Breakfast and lunch only. Lots of delicious vegan and gluten-free options.
This is the only one on the list that I have not personally been to…but it isn’t for lack of trying. This past summer they had an issue and had to close the night we had a reservation and we didn’t have the opportunity to return. I cannot wait to try any place that believes serving minimally processed real food should be the norm!
Deer Valley
deer valley
Luxury, first-class skiing experience. I like to say that if you fall skiing at Deer Valley they will come and pick you up.
Delish high-end grab-and-go options.
Super kid-friendly restaurant in Deer Valley with iPads on the tables
Stein Eriksen Lodge Brunch at Glitretind Restaurant
Very rarely does a brunch buffet with a view delivery a view and great food and the weekend brunch at the Stein never disappoints.
The Champions Club at the Stein Eriksen Lodge
This makes the list due to the kid-friendly atmosphere that a good kiddie menu and a free arcade provides. Think Little Matt’s in the Mountains. If you know you know. Sadly unlike Little Matt’s you will have to pay for your drinks.
Old Town/Main Street
Old Town Park City
Staying in Old Town has the charm of a mountain town, and is central to the best dining, shopping, and nightlife Park City has to offer.
My favorite date night spot for inventive food and live music. Vegetarian tasting menu available. Vegan friendly!
Sadly this one is a 21+ only venue thanks to a 2018 Utah state liquor law prohibiting minors in a non-resort restaurant that has a bar in the same room as a restaurant. Save it for date night or when you ski into Old Town for lunch while the kids are at ski school.
Fresh, contempory Italian, family owned and operated for 30 years.
Tupelo closed their Main Street location and reopened on Kearns Blvd. So while this is not an Old Town location, many know and love this spot and I’m happy to report that it’s back! Great craft cocktails, and locally sourced menu, I can’t wait to hear what you think when you try it!
Kimball Junction
A short drive or shuttle ride back towards 80, Kimball Junction has many restaurants as well as shopping. Incidentally, it’s also home to one of my favorite boutiques in Park City, Indigo Highway.
Because sometimes you just want Pizza delivery and open a bottle of wine and chill in front of the fire.
This makes the list not only because of their descent sushi selection but also because of the family-friendly menu and the nonsushi options. Our kids are not very adventurous eaters, so it is nice to be able to get sushi and have other menu options. Also noteworthy, they make a mean Bahn Mi Sandwich! There is a decent selection of vegetarian rolls and vegan friendly options.
I love this place! There are so many gluten-free and vegan options clearly marked on the menu and creative cocktails and mocktails. It’s sooo good!
Insider Dining Tips
Book early! Restaurants, babysitters, and kids clubs fill up early especially during high season and when you add in pandemic challenges it is imperative to make reservations as early as possible. If something is booked, ask to be added to a waitlist.
While most restaurants in Park City are very family-friendly there are some unique to Utah liquor laws especially when you dine outside of resort areas (ie Main Street and Old Town). Children are prohibited from dining in restaurants outside of resorts that have a bar in the same room as a restaurant. Currently, the only two restaurants that I know that have been affected are High West and The Spur Bar and Grill. No Name Saloon opened a dining location next door that is family-friendly.
The state liquor and wine stores are closed on Sundays and state and federal holidays so plan accordingly. There are some “unique” state holidays like Pioneer Day in the summer that always catch me off guard.
Book reservations for on-mountain dining for lunch. Covid restrictions are making lines long and many places require reservations to sit inside. Call ahead depending on where you are skiing.
Always check with the restaurant for up-to-date Covid-19 policies.
Before you book a babysitter through a local agency which can be very pricy check with your hotel to see if any of the employees from the kids club are available to babysit after hours.
So what did I miss? Have you tried any new spots? Let me know your favorites in the comments below!