The Best Ski Resorts for Eating Out in Austria

Refuelling after a day on the slopes is more than just filling your stomach—it's part of the full mountain experience. Our eating out rankings showcase the resorts where you'll find the tastiest mountain meals, from traditional alpine fare to international cuisine. These rankings come straight from our community of skiers and snowboarders who've sampled the local dishes firsthand. Fancy adding your own culinary adventures to the mix? Submit your review and help fellow snow-lovers find their perfect après-dinner spot.

Looking for more than just good grub? Check out our other Austrian resort rankings for Après-Ski, Value for Money, or Family Friendliness to plan your perfect winter getaway.

Best Ski Resort for Eating Out in Austria: Ellmau - SkiWelt - Eating Out Rating

Ellmau's food scene gets enthusiastic praise from Snomad users. One skier who's visited for 20 years raves about the restaurant options, while another highlights Memory Ellmau, an Italian place famous for its celebrity-visited pizzas. An advanced skier recommends skipping full board accommodation to enjoy the local restaurants. The mountain dining gets special mention too - you'll find charming small huts rather than "concrete monstrosities" as one reviewer puts it. Austrian portions are notably generous, with one user suggesting sharing dishes for better value. The piste-side restaurants are surprisingly affordable compared to other resorts, with no booking required.

#2 Ischgl - Eating Out Rating

Ischgl's dining scene gets top marks from our users across the board. The resort offers an impressive range of options both on and off the slopes. One Snomad community member liked the "great variety of slopes for all ski levels" and "lovely restaurants on the slopes and around the town." Another user pointed out the "great on-mountain dining with a good range of food, including some rather cheap spots and some other rather fancy restaurants." Several reviewers mentioned the quality of mountain restaurants, with one expert skier calling them "world-class" (though advising to "avoid the resort-owned canteens"). The Swiss side also offers excellent lunch spots.

#3 Mayrhofen - Eating Out Rating

Mayrhofen gets top marks for its food scene from our Snomad community. The variety is impressive, with multicultural dining options throughout the resort. A user who is an advanced skier particularly raved about the steak, calling it "untouchable wow!" Another reviewer recommended Gassers, located opposite the Penken Bahn, as the perfect spot to grab a bite after coming down from the slopes. The mountain restaurants receive consistent praise for quality and value compared to French resorts. Whether you're dining up in the mountains or in town, you'll find excellent options that won't break the bank.