Alpino Vino - Mountain Village

After the ride up the mountain, we were delighted to be greeted with a glass of bubbly and were eager to see the warm, inviting dining space. I can't comment on lunch—I've heard the charcuterie board is fantastic and that the views from the porch are incredible—but I can say, without a doubt, that dinner was the worst meal I've ever had. Everything, from the flavorless tuna carpaccio to the gummy gnocchi, was a complete letdown. To make matters worse, the wine that was poured for us automatically came at a high price, and no one even bothered to ask if we wanted it. I urge caution here. The staff seemed completely out of touch with what a fine dining experience should be.

With all sincerity, I can say that this was, by far, the worst "Italian" dinner I've had since moving to the US. The pasta dish was downright disrespectful to Italian cuisine. It was overly mushy—so overcooked that I could have eaten it with a spoon. Italians only eat their pasta al dente; there's no other way. The sauce was bitter and clearly not made from quality San Marzano tomatoes. As for the burnt garlic spread, it lacked simplicity, and in striving for a "scenic" presentation, the taste and warmth were completely lost. The dessert was another disappointment. Any Sicilian would have tossed that so-called "cannolo" straight into the trash. It wasn't even a proper reverse cannolo, as they called it; the tiny, flat biscuit was rock hard, the crema had no flavor, and the caramel decoration was stuck in my teeth. What a mess. The portion sizes were nonsensical, with plates that were practically empty. The main dish was mostly fat with very little meat; I had seafood, and that was a mistake. There's no way to cook seafood at high altitudes without compromising its quality and flavor. They should choose a more suitable option for the location. To top it off, we paid $400 per person for this experience. On a positive note, the wine was good and the sommelier was knowledgeable. I don't mind spending a high price for a fantastic dinner, but this was a huge letdown. I felt like I paid $400 for just two glasses of wine and a snowcat ride. What a waste.

This is one of the most distinctive fine dining experiences I've ever had! The food and wine were exceptional, and the views were breathtaking! Kid-friendliness: While the primary focus is on adults, children who can ski or snowboard will definitely have a great time. Service: Dined in for lunch. Price per person: $30–50.

Service: Dine-in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $100+

Had the best top-of-the-slopes lunch here that I have ever had on a ski trip. I would recommend getting here very early in the day to get a seat. The 1st time we went, there was nothing available. There is both indoor and outdoor seating available. We chose indoor due to the weather conditions when we went and had a lovely experience. The steak panini was very tasty and they have a very good selection of wines. Service: Dine in