
Long-time executive chef Kevin Nelson continually ups the reputation of this
contemporary bistro, which is a culinary mainstay for locals and visitors alike. The space is uniquely inviting, with a trio of dining rooms along with a buzzing bar. First and foremost, the menu shines. Nelson is fanatical about sourcing local, natural and organic ingredients, as well as free-range meat and poultry, for his healthful dishes, which often take on the flavors of Asia, the Southwest and the Mediterranean. Favorites include sweet potato ravioli, seared ahi with spicy pickled onions and shiitake-spinach inside-out rolls, and organic beef tenderloin with Yukon Gold mashers. Gluten and dairy-free versions are available as well. The 400-selection list is a
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence winner. In the morning, come back for Nelson’s breakfast, which features organic specialties such as artisan cheddar omelets, steel-cut oatmeal and whole-grain pancakes with pure maple syrup.
In the Vail Mountain Lodge and Spa in Vail Village; vailmountainlodge.com/terra-bistro; 970-476-6836
Photo by: Perry Johnson
This bistro is a culinary mainstay for locals and visitors alike. The space is uniquely inviting, with a trio of dining rooms along with a buzzing bar. Executive chef Kevin Nelson is fanatical about sourcing local, natural and organic ingredients, as well as free-range meat and poultry, for his healthful dishes, which often take on the flavors of Asia, the Southwest, and the Mediterranean. Favorites include sweet potato ravioli, seared ahi with spicy picked onions and shiitake-spinach inside-out rolls, and organic beef tenderloin with Yukon Gold mashers. The 400-selection list is a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence winner.
Vail, Colorado | 970.476.6836 | vailmountainlodge.com/terra-bistro