Apré-Ski Aperitivo Hour Guide

In French, Aprés-ski translates to “after-ski.” In the 1950s, the phrase was made popular by Oxford and was defined as “the social activities and entertainment following a day’s skiing.”

And our favorite part after a long day on the mountain? An apéritif in hand soaking up any number of popular post-ski activities.

From small plates and ski lodge fire pits in Aspen to new American local cuisine in Palisades, we’ve gathered our top 3 places for Aprés-Ski Aperitivo Hour from our favorite mountain towns along the Northwest.

• Aspen-Snowmass, Colorado
  • The Snow Lodge: For Innovative Cocktails + Seasonal Cuisine:
  • Betula: For French-American Pan Cuisine
  • Bosq: For a Chef’s Tasting Menu

• Park City, Utah
  • Firewood on Main: For a Good Warm Meal
  • Handle: For Seasonal Locally Sourced American
  • Riverhorse: For a Historic + Local Classic

• Palisades, Tahoe
  • Le Chamois: For Pizza, Beer + a Good Time
  • PlumpJack Cafe: For Refined California Fare
  • 22 Bistro: For Scenic Slope Views + New American

• Vail, Colorado
  • Root + Flower: For Wine Tasting + Appetizers
  • Alpenrose: For Small Bites + Shares
  • Remedy Bar: For Mountain Views + Fire Pits
• Mammoth Mountain, California
  • Basin Bar: For a Hang-Out in between skiing
  • Steeps Bar: For Drinks + an Outdoor Apres-Ski Experience
  • Lincoln Bar: For Slopeside Views + Drinks
• Big Bear, California
  • Whiskey Dave’s: For Live Music + Drinks
  • Sweet Basil Bistro: For Fresh Italian Fare + Gatherings
  • Alley Oops inside of The Bowling Bear: For Great Drinks + a Good Time