Steamboat Springs, Colorado

For après-ski dining, there is hardly a better place than The Truffle Pig. The restaurant's location is superb (right next to the slopes), and the menu even features a special selection of snacks between 2 and 5pm. Dishes served are American classics that are casual with an edge, elegant without pretense.

Guests to Mazzola's can expect to dine on large portions of authentic Italian fare. Mazzola's is always friendly and welcomes hearty appetites. Located at the Hotel Bristol, down an old staircase in a compact, atmospheric basement space.

With 8th Street, think American steakhouse meets Japanese hibachi, except you grill your own food. Don't think it's all gimmick, though, as this steakhouse only serves choice cuts of meat. The experience grilling may turn out to be an unexpected fun bonus activity for the whole family.

Fine dining suited to all tastes is served throughout the day at the Steamboat Grand's main restaurant. Craft dishes span even vegetarian and gluten-free selections. The restaurant's location a few steps away from the slopes makes it an excellent choice for those too exhausted to make it to town.