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Bistro 14 is the bistro and full bar inside Eagle's Nest, the on-mountain dining building at the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola above Lionshead. Vail describes the menu as crafted plates and cocktails, and the walls carry fine art by photographer Gray Malin.

It is the Eagle's Nest choice for anyone who wants a proper drink with lunch rather than a tray from the counter: couples, friends meeting halfway through a ski day, or non-skiers who have ridden up for the view of the Gore and Sawatch ranges. Vail lists lift access, not skier access, as required.

Getting there

Ride the Eagle Bahn Gondola (#19) from Lionshead, or ski to the top of Pride Express (#26). A lift ticket, pass or other ticket valid for the gondola is needed; skis are not.

What it serves

Crafted plates, a full bar and hot drinks. There are no reservations, so arrive toward the start of the lunch window on busy days. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available across Eagle's Nest.

Seasons and hours

Bistro 14 operates in winter and summer, but its lunch window is shorter than the Marketplace's, and in the last weeks of summer it can switch to bar service only on weekends. Exact hours are in the FAQ below.

Part of Eagle's Nest

Bistro 14 shares the building with the quick-service Marketplace, Simba's Cafe for coffee and ice cream, and Upper Crust Pizza directly across from the bistro on the ground floor; in summer Talon's Deck grills outside. The Eagle's Nest listing covers all of them.

Sources: Vail: Eagle's Nest dining, incl. Bistro 14, Vail hours of operation. Checked October 27, 2026.

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Eagle's Nest, top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola, Vail Mountain
Vail, 81657

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About Bistro 14

Quick answer: Bistro 14 is the sit-down bistro and full bar inside Eagle's Nest, at the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola (#19) above Lionshead. In winter it serves lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., walk-in only, and you need a lift ticket, pass or scenic gondola ticket to get there. It is closed between seasons; the mountain opens for winter on November 13, 2026.

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Bistro 14 is the bistro and full bar inside Eagle's Nest, the on-mountain dining building at the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola above Lionshead. Vail describes the menu as crafted plates and cocktails, and the walls carry fine art by photographer Gray Malin.

It is the Eagle's Nest choice for anyone who wants a proper drink with lunch rather than a tray from the counter: couples, friends meeting halfway through a ski day, or non-skiers who have ridden up for the view of the Gore and Sawatch ranges. Vail lists lift access, not skier access, as required.

Getting there

Ride the Eagle Bahn Gondola (#19) from Lionshead, or ski to the top of Pride Express (#26). A lift ticket, pass or other ticket valid for the gondola is needed; skis are not.

What it serves

Crafted plates, a full bar and hot drinks. There are no reservations, so arrive toward the start of the lunch window on busy days. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available across Eagle's Nest.

Seasons and hours

Bistro 14 operates in winter and summer, but its lunch window is shorter than the Marketplace's, and in the last weeks of summer it can switch to bar service only on weekends. Exact hours are in the FAQ below.

Part of Eagle's Nest

Bistro 14 shares the building with the quick-service Marketplace, Simba's Cafe for coffee and ice cream, and Upper Crust Pizza directly across from the bistro on the ground floor; in summer Talon's Deck grills outside. The Eagle's Nest listing covers all of them.

Sources: Vail: Eagle's Nest dining, incl. Bistro 14, Vail hours of operation. Checked October 27, 2026.

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Neighborhood: Top of Eagle Bahn Gondola
Cuisine: Contemporary American
Service: Lunch
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Open daily · 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bistro 14?
Inside Eagle's Nest, the on-mountain dining building at the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola (#19) on Vail Mountain, above Lionshead. It shares the building with the Eagle's Nest Marketplace, Simba's Cafe, and Upper Crust Pizza. There is no road to it; the gondola, or skiing, is the only way up.
Do I need to ski to get to Bistro 14?
No. Non-skiers ride the Eagle Bahn Gondola (#19) from Lionshead straight to Eagle's Nest. Skiers can also ski to the top of Pride Express Lift (#26), which tops out at the same building. Vail lists lift access as required, but not skier access.
Do I need a lift ticket or pass to eat at Bistro 14?
Yes. Everyone who rides up needs a ticket or pass valid for the gondola. Skiers and riders use their lift ticket or Epic Pass. Non-skiers buy a scenic (foot passenger) gondola ticket at the Lionshead base; Epic Pass holders get gondola access on their pass, including in summer, and children 12 and under ride free with an adult scenic ticket, one child per adult. Scenic prices are quoted by date, so check Vail's booking page for your day. There is no free afternoon foot access.
When is Bistro 14 open?
Lunch only, in two seasons, and closed between them. In winter it serves 11 AM to 2 PM. In summer it serves 10:30 AM to 3 PM, daily through early September, then Friday to Sunday only in the last weeks of the season, when it can switch to bar service only. It closes when the mountain closes between seasons, in spring and again in fall (in 2026, summer service ended September 27 and the winter season is planned to open November 13), so check Vail's dining pages close to your visit.
Can I book a table at Bistro 14?
No. Vail lists no reservations for Bistro 14 or the other Eagle's Nest outlets; it is walk-in only, and it is not bookable on OpenTable. With a short lunch window (11 AM to 2 PM in winter), arrive toward the start of service on busy days.
What is on the menu at Bistro 14?
Crafted plates and a full bar, in Vail's words, with hot beverages. Dishes named on the restaurant's current place record include the 14'er French Onion, Bistro 14 Smoked Wings, the Bistro Fourteen Salad, a Rocky Mountain Cheesesteak, and a Spicy Chicken Brie Sandwich. The full bar pours draft beers, signature cocktails, and wines by the glass, and Vail Resorts has announced a specialty Spritz menu with a retro-inspired redesign for winter 2026/27. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available at Eagle's Nest. The current official menu is linked from this page.
How much does it cost to eat at Bistro 14?
Plate prices are moderate by Vail resort standards (OpenTable classes it at $30 and under), but budget for the whole outing: if you are not skiing, the scenic gondola ticket is part of the cost of lunch, and reviewers consistently rate the restaurant low on value even when they praise the food, service, and views. Pass holders ride up on their pass, which is why lunch here is a notably better deal mid-ski-day than as a standalone trip.
What do reviews say about Bistro 14?
Diners rate it well for an on-mountain lunch. As of October 2026, OpenTable's verified diners give it 4.1 of 5 across more than 270 reviews, with service its strongest score (4.3) and value its weakest (2.8), and Google's snapshots sit between 4 and 4.5. Reviewers praise the views of the Gore and Sawatch ranges, the full bar, and the chance to sit down properly on the mountain; the recurring complaints are price and waits at the midday peak. OpenTable's review corpus is older (it ends in 2020, when the restaurant left the booking network), so treat its score as a reputation baseline, not a current-season grade.
Is Bistro 14 good for kids and families?
Yes. It is the sit-down, family-friendly option at the top of the Eagle Bahn, next to Adventure Ridge and the summer Epic Discovery activities, and OpenTable tags it kid-friendly and good for groups. GoVail's dining guide reports a full kids menu; check the current menu linked from this page, as Vail's own dining pages do not list one. Remember the access rules apply to children too: kids 12 and under ride the gondola free with an adult scenic ticket, one per adult.
Where do I park for Bistro 14?
You cannot park at the restaurant; there is no road up Vail Mountain to Eagle's Nest. Park in the Lionshead parking structure at the base, walk to the Eagle Bahn Gondola, and ride up; the restaurant is just inside the building at the top. The free Town of Vail bus also serves the Lionshead stop. Your gondola ticket or pass (see question 3) is what gets you from the car to the table.

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