Shoulder Season Dining Deals in and Around Vail
One of the best-kept secrets of fall in the Vail Valley? The dining deals. As summer crowds fade and we wait for ski season, many of our favorite local restaurants roll out specials that make October one of the best times of year to eat out around the Valley.
From half-price entrées and sushi to prix fixe menus and burger and beer nights, here are the shoulder season deals worth taking advantage of this fall. Specials and dates can change, so we always recommend confirming with the restaurant before you go.
Vail
La Brasserie
One of Vail Village’s newest additions, La Brasserie launched its fall special on Thursday, October 8. The three-course prix fixe menu is $50 for lunch or $60 for dinner and includes an appetizer, entrée, and dessert.
There’s an extra perk: mention the restaurant’s promotional post and receive a complimentary glass of Blanc de Blancs or a Hugo Spritz.
In October, La Brasserie is open Thursday through Sunday from noon to 8 p.m. and closed Monday through Wednesday. The restaurant will also close seasonally from October 25 through November 12, so plan your visit soon. La Brasserie Vail
Slope Room
Inside Gravity Haus, Slope Room is featuring a fall prix fixe menu, giving locals another reason to revisit this alpine bistro during shoulder season. The restaurant is open nightly from 5 to 9 p.m., and Gravity Haus members receive 20% off at Slope Room and Unravel Coffee. Slope Room
Avanti Food & Beverage
At the base of Golden Peak, Avanti is an easy, casual off-season stop. Glo serves temaki-style sushi hand rolls, including yellowtail and salmon, alongside its ramen menu. Avanti offers all-day happy hour on Mondays and happy hour from 2 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Avanti Food & Beverage
La Tour
La Tour belongs on every off-season radar. The Vail Village French favorite is open nightly for dinner, and its seasonal specials make fall an especially good time to visit. Check with the restaurant for this year’s current offerings. La Tour Restaurant in Vail
Beaver Creek
Hooked
Hooked is offering locals 47% off their entire dinner during the off season. It’s the perfect excuse to revisit one of Beaver Creek’s most popular seafood and sushi spots before winter crowds return. Hooked
Grouse Mountain Grill
This Beaver Creek favorite is offering a three-course prix fixe menu for $59 per person, featuring seasonal starters, elevated entrées and dessert. Available through October 17. Grouse Mountain Grill
Avon
Colletta at The Westin Riverfront
Colletta’s Avon location has one of the best early evening options this fall. Its ASAP Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and features an “Any Spritz, Any Pizza” combo for $29, plus $11 spritzes, $10 well cocktails, $5 select beers, and discounted appetizers. Walk-ins are welcome. Riverfront Village Specials
Edwards
Juniper
A longtime Riverwalk favorite, Juniper is bringing back one of the Valley’s most loved off-season traditions: 50% off entrées. If Juniper has been on your “need to try” list, now is the time. The restaurant is known for its seasonal New American menu and its elevated yet relaxed atmosphere. This promotion has run in past shoulder seasons, so confirm current dates when you reserve. Juniper
Craftsman
Craftsman is giving you a reason to stop in practically every day this fall. The current off-season lineup:
- Sunday: Buy one pizza, get the second 50% off
- Monday: Free pint with the purchase of a Schmidt Mac
- Tuesday: Buy one smash burger, get the second 50% off
- Wednesday: $2 wings and $3 canned beers
Every special runs all day, and Craftsman also offers a daily happy hour from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Craftsman Brew Co
Living Like a Local
Shoulder season is when the Vail Valley feels most like home: quieter trails, open tables, and the restaurants locals love at their best value. If you’re thinking about buying or selling in the Valley, Griffin & Gardner would love to share more of our favorite spots and what makes each community special.
