Splendido

You’ll probably feel like royalty going up the ramp to Splendido at the Chateau Beaver Creek luxury resort. That feeling continues as you walk through the lounge and bar, lit by chandeliers and decorated with antiques and old photos, all the way into the dining room and open kitchen. While they have a great champagne selection, Splendido serves the best dirty martini in the Vail Valley. Based on the environment, the menu makes total sense: caviar, foie gras, a Colorado lamb rack special that you need to order if it’s on the menu, and soufflé for dessert.