Steamboat is more than just a big mountain; it's an authentic western town that serves as a constant reminder that the Old West is alive and well. Founded over 100 years ago, it’s a place where you’ll find every modern amenity and plenty of old-fashioned courtesies.

Historic downtown is a place where gourmet restaurants alternate with casual cafés, boutiques, galleries, museums and retail stores, many of which have been in business for generations.

Dining/Restaurants

Whether your taste buds run to the wild and exotic or the quick and easy, Steamboat boasts has over 100 bars and restaurants to take care of even the most discriminating appetite. It’s a great place to try local favorites such as elk, buffalo and Rocky Mountain trout, and two years ago all transfats were eliminated from every restaurant. To get your mouth watering, check out the menus of our Steamboat restaurants by visiting www.steamboat-dining.com.

No visit to Steamboat is complete without a ride on the Steamboat Gondola to a special treat at Hazie's (one of USA Today’s top ten mountaintop restaurants); Ragnar's with award-winning continental cuisine and wines, or the mountain-top Western family experience of the Western BBQ, all enhanced by spectacular views of the Yampa Valley below:

Hazie’s: All the ingredients for an exceptional evening come together at Hazie's, one of USA Today’s top ten mountaintop restaurants. Elegance and atmosphere combine to make this a dinner you’ll always remember. This high alpine bistro, named after Hazie Werner, mother of three Olympians, offers the perfect setting to savour a special three-course, set-priced dinner while enjoying the sparkling lights of the Yampa Valley below.

Ragnar’s: Experience the quintessential Colorado evening. Let the Steamboat Gondola whisk you to a waiting sleigh that draws you underneath starry skies to Ragnar’s. Enjoy a five-course continental cuisine dinner with a Scandinavian flavor and live acoustic entertainment.

Western BBQ: If you’re into a lively, fun-filled evening, the Western BBQ features live country western music and dancing. The Western BBQ, atop the Steamboat Gondola, is open Friday through Sunday evenings and additional holidays, mid-December through early April.

Still hungry for more, experience the international flair of specialty restaurants, including Italian, Mexican, French, Japanese, Pacific Rim or eclectic dining mixes. We've highlighted a couple of in resort restaurants below...

The Cabin: The Cabin, the AAA Four-Diamond Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel's premier dining experience, was awarded the prestigious Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the fifth consecutive year. This intimate 100-seat jewel features a unique interpretation of High Alpine Contemporary Cuisine mixed with the finest aged Midwestern Prime Beef, Chops, Native Wild Game and jet fresh seafood in a distinctive mountain cabin atmosphere.

Chaps: This Western-themed mountain bar and grill is filled with cowboy paraphernalia. The menu features a variety of appetizers, sandwiches, burgers as well as fish and meat entrees, coupled with a full bar. Live entertainment is featured every Wednesday through Sunday. In addition to lunch and dinner, Chaps is open for breakfast offering a full menu of traditional morning favorites.

Shopping

Together, historic downtown Steamboat and the mountain village unveil a diverse and unique array of boutiques, galleries, jewelry, specialty stores and shopping experiences, all ideally located in a pedestrian friendly mountain setting. From exclusive designer items to budget-conscious souvenirs, Steamboat appeals to all levels of shopper from the diehard to the casual window browser.