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Alpenrose has been part of Vail Village for about four decades, and the family that took it over in 2018, the same team behind Almresi, set out to keep a piece of old Vail alive. They shipped the interior, decorations and china over from Europe in a container, and the team, largely from Austria and Germany, dresses in the style of the South Tyrolean mountaineer Luis Trenker.

It suits families and groups of friends who want hearty Alpine food and a long meal, whether that is brunch on the sunny patio or fondue at one of the long family tables. There is a proper children's menu, too.

The menu

The kitchen cooks home-style Bavarian, Austrian and Swiss food: cheese fondue for two with Emmentaler and Gruyère, a Brotzeit sharing board, pork schnitzel with spätzle and lingonberries, veal goulash, truffle bratwurst and Swiss rösti with smoked salmon. For the table, the restaurant highlights its Walliser tomato fondue. Dessert means apple strudel and cakes from the pastry case, and the restaurant's list of Alpine sweets also runs to Marillenknödel, Dampfnudeln and Palatschinken.

Brunch, lunch and dinner

In summer, brunch runs Friday to Sunday, with Weisswurst and pretzels, schnitzel on Belgian waffles and a boozy brunch list. Lunch is served until 5 p.m., when dinner begins, and the restaurant closes on Mondays. The bar pours German beers by the half-litre and litre, Alpine schnapps and wines from Austria, Germany and northern Italy.

The private gondola dinner

In winter, Alpenrose sets up private gondola dinners built around a raclette grill and fondue combination: food sizzles under the grill while a pot of beef broth waits for dipping. It is a cook-it-yourself evening for a family or small group, and it books separately from regular tables.

Sister restaurant

The same family runs Almresi Vail, the first restaurant it opened in Vail, before taking on Alpenrose. It suits anyone who wants the same Alpine hospitality in a different room.

Sources: home, menu, hours and contact, reservations. Checked September 23, 2026.

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Alpenrose Vail
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100 E Meadow Dr Ste 25
Vail, 81657

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About Alpenrose Vail

Quick answer: Alpenrose Vail is a restaurant at 100 E Meadow Dr Ste 25, Vail, CO 81657. Alpenrose in Vail Village serves Bavarian, Austrian and Swiss cooking: fondue, schnitzel, strudel, weekend brunch and a winter private gondola dinner. As of October 2026 it is closed for the off-season and reopens November 20, 2026, per its website.

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Alpenrose has been part of Vail Village for about four decades, and the family that took it over in 2018, the same team behind Almresi, set out to keep a piece of old Vail alive. They shipped the interior, decorations and china over from Europe in a container, and the team, largely from Austria and Germany, dresses in the style of the South Tyrolean mountaineer Luis Trenker.

It suits families and groups of friends who want hearty Alpine food and a long meal, whether that is brunch on the sunny patio or fondue at one of the long family tables. There is a proper children's menu, too.

The menu

The kitchen cooks home-style Bavarian, Austrian and Swiss food: cheese fondue for two with Emmentaler and Gruyère, a Brotzeit sharing board, pork schnitzel with spätzle and lingonberries, veal goulash, truffle bratwurst and Swiss rösti with smoked salmon. For the table, the restaurant highlights its Walliser tomato fondue. Dessert means apple strudel and cakes from the pastry case, and the restaurant's list of Alpine sweets also runs to Marillenknödel, Dampfnudeln and Palatschinken.

Brunch, lunch and dinner

In summer, brunch runs Friday to Sunday, with Weisswurst and pretzels, schnitzel on Belgian waffles and a boozy brunch list. Lunch is served until 5 p.m., when dinner begins, and the restaurant closes on Mondays. The bar pours German beers by the half-litre and litre, Alpine schnapps and wines from Austria, Germany and northern Italy.

The private gondola dinner

In winter, Alpenrose sets up private gondola dinners built around a raclette grill and fondue combination: food sizzles under the grill while a pot of beef broth waits for dipping. It is a cook-it-yourself evening for a family or small group, and it books separately from regular tables.

Sister restaurant

The same family runs Almresi Vail, the first restaurant it opened in Vail, before taking on Alpenrose. It suits anyone who wants the same Alpine hospitality in a different room.

Sources: home, menu, hours and contact, reservations. Checked September 23, 2026.

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Neighborhood: Vail Village
Cuisine: Austrian / German
Service: Lunch • Dinner
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Closed for the season · Reopens Nov 20

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Tue–SunClosed
11:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Amenities at Alpenrose Vail

  • Sunny patio
  • Back biergarten
  • Full bar
  • Kids menu
  • Fondue
  • Gondola dining
  • Gluten-free crackers/options

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Alpenrose Vail open, and when does it reopen?
Alpenrose is a two-season restaurant and closes between seasons. It is closed for the off-season now and reopens November 20, 2026 for the winter season, which runs to April 4, 2027. In winter it opens Tuesday to Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., closed Mondays, with extra closures on November 24, December 1 and December 24, 2026 and January 5, 2027. Lunch runs until 5 p.m. and dinner starts at 5 p.m. In summer the pattern changes: Friday to Sunday opens at 10 a.m. with brunch. Check the restaurant's site before you go in the shoulder months.
How do I reserve a table at Alpenrose Vail?
Book on OpenTable through the restaurant's website or the OpenTable app, or call (970) 476-8899. Online booking covers parties of 1 to 10. The restaurant tries to meet seating requests but cannot guarantee a particular table. Book the private gondolas separately: they are a different OpenTable listing, "Alpenrose Gondola Experience," and cannot be booked through the regular restaurant profile.
What is on the menu at Alpenrose Vail, and what should I order?
Home-style Bavarian, Austrian, and Swiss cooking. Start with the cheese fondue for two (Emmentaler and Gruyère with cherry brandy and white wine) or the Brotzeitbrett sharing board. The signature main is the Schnitzel "Rockies & Roses," pork schnitzel with spätzle, cream sauce, and lingonberries; the Oktoberfest pork shank, veal goulash, and truffle bratwurst are the other hearty standards, and the Swiss rösti comes with smoked salmon. Save room for Grandma's apple strudel. The full priced menu is at alpenrose-vail.com/menu.
What do reviews say about Alpenrose Vail?
Alpenrose is one of Vail Village's most-reviewed restaurants. As of October 2026, Google rates it 4.6 of 5 from about 1,400 reviews and OpenTable diners rate it 4.8 of 5 from about 2,300 reviews, praising the authentic German and Austrian flavors, the schnitzel and pork shank, the strudel, the cozy Alpine room, and the patio. TripAdvisor is cooler at 4.1 of 5 from about 170 reviews. The recurring complaint in recent reviews is uneven service on the busiest nights.
How much does Alpenrose Vail cost?
OpenTable classes Alpenrose at $31 to $50 per person. On the official menu, dinner entrees run $30 to $42 (pork schnitzel $38, pork shank $42, veal goulash $36) and lunch entrees $28 to $38, with the cheese fondue and sharing boards built for the table. Beer comes by the mug up to a full litre. It is a mid-priced Vail Village sit-down, not a fine-dining check.
Who owns Alpenrose Vail?
The Thoma family. They moved from Europe to Vail in 2016 and opened Almresi Vail first, then took over Alpenrose at the end of September 2018 when it was offered to them, shipping the interior, decorations, and china over from Europe to reopen before Christmas and keep a piece of old Vail alive. The family also runs Almresi in Metzingen, Germany. Owner Franz Thoma is a visible presence in the dining room.
Where do you park for Alpenrose Vail?
There is no on-site parking; the restaurant directs drivers to the Vail Transportation Center parking structure in Vail Village. The restaurant itself is at 100 East Meadow Drive, Suite 25, in the pedestrian village, and the closest free in-town bus stops are Solaris and Vail Road.
Is Alpenrose Vail dog friendly?
The restaurant does not publish an official dog policy. Guests report dogs are welcome on the patio, which is where dog-friendly seating would be; the dining room and the private gondolas are not described as dog friendly in any source. If a dog is part of the plan, book a patio table and call (970) 476-8899 ahead to confirm for your date and season.
What is the private gondola dinner at Alpenrose Vail?
A winter-only dinner in your own stationary, heated gondola cabin on the back patio, with dimmable lighting and speakers. It does not move and it is not the ski gondola. Choose a three-course Swiss cheese fondue, traditional raclette melted at the table, or the gondola à la carte menu. Gondolas run Wednesday to Sunday, 4 to 9 p.m., hold up to 4 adults and 2 children for 2 hours, and carry a food and beverage minimum of $250 before 5 p.m. and $350 from 5 p.m., with a $25 per-guest deposit credited to your bill. Book "Alpenrose Gondola Experience" on OpenTable; it cannot be booked through the regular restaurant listing.
Is Alpenrose Vail good for children?
Yes. There is a proper children's menu with five dishes: buttered pasta ($10), pasta Bolognese ($14), spätzle with cream sauce ($13), bratwurst with mashed potatoes ($16), and chicken schnitzel ($21). Families sit at the long family tables, and the sharing formats (fondue, boards, the dessert board) suit groups with kids. Some parents note tight stroller space and stairs to some seating, so mention very young children when you book.

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