Courmayeur’s restaurants are so highly acclaimed that all the fashionable Italians come here for a gourmet ski break. Being seen at these addresses is as important to the glamorous Milanese as the skiing. Discover our top picks for the best restaurants in Courmayeur.
Restaurants on the mountain
Maison Vieille
At the top of the Maison Vieille chairlift, this Courmayeur restaurant is adored by everyone that visits. Giacomo, the owner, is from Tuscany and is the life and soul of the restaurant. The delicious plates are the perfect fill after a morning on the slopes. Choose between roast suckling pig, a trio of pasta plates and ice cream with forest fruits to finish.
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Hotel Le Massif in Courmayeur is a fabulous five-star hotel set in a great location close to the lifts.
Chiecco
One of Courmayeur’s best restaurants, Chiecco is opposite the draglift and a short walk from Plan Chécrouit. This makes it an easy option for non-skiers to meet skiers for lunch on the mountain. Run by Paolo and Anna Costa, this restaurant serves heartfelt dishes of ravioli stuffed with ricotta and herbs, tuna filet or the local’s favourite, wild boar ragù with polenta. You can easily pop up here for sunset and a cosy dinner, before taking the cable car back down to Courmayeur.
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Hotel Gran Baita in Courmayeur is just a 10 minute walk away from the fabulous Via Roma in the centre of the resort.
La Terrazza
This fantastic rustic restaurant serves local Aostan plates, Italian-Mediterranean dishes as well as pizzas. For the first course, try either the rye ravioli with cabbage and the local fontina cheese, followed by the veal carbonnade with polenta taragna and fontina gnocchi. The restaurant’s wine cellar keenly caters for wine enthusiasts, with all the finest Aosta Valley wines.
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The Grand Hotel Courmayeur Mont Blanc is a five-star hotel set in an excellent location close to the slopes.
Pierre Alexis 1877
In the centre of Courmayeur, Pierre Alexis 1877 is in a sweet stone house and serves traditional cuisine with an imaginative twist. Featuring on the Michelin guide for its fresh, seasonal ingredients, a highlight for many is the sprinkling of wild herbs that are picked in the valley. Try their hand-made pasta, nougat ice cream and the delicious chocolate bomb dessert. These gourmet plates will be a well-earnt treat after a long day’s skiing.
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The Hotel Svizzero is located a stone’s throw from the centre of Courmayeur and offers an unforgettable stay in an exclusive and comfortable setting.
Pizzeria du Tunnel
This is one of the best restaurants in Courmayeur and a Ski Solutions favourite. The Pizzeria du Tunnel has a selection of 30 pizzas cooked in a wood-fired oven as well as traditional Aostan dishes like polenta with beef ragù. We love this informal restaurant. Our ski experts particularly like the enormous pizzas – make sure you’ve got an appetite when you go! There’s a decent wine list and the prices are also reasonable.
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The Hotel Royal e Golf in Courmayeur has excellent views of the mountains including Mont Blanc.
Caffè/Bar Roma
Probably one of Courmayeur’s most prestigious addresses, it’s a great spot for an aperitivo. Choose from the extensive wine list or cocktail – aperol spritz or negroni are a popular Italian option – then help yourself to the array of nibbles and bar snacks. If you’ve had a late lunch, the aperitivo may well tide you over. But if you’re going out for dinner, you may want to restrain!
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Au Coeur des Neiges is a charming hotel in the heart of Courmayeur, perfect for a private and tranquil stay.
Call our ski experts to find out more about our Courmayeur ski holidays on 020 3603 2291.
