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Val d'Isère is an unmissable destination for your ski holidays with family or with friends. Nestled in the heart of the French Alps, this iconic resort sets itself apart with its picture-postcard landscapes, its vast skiing area, its charming Alpine village but also its impressive culinary scene.
To learn all about this mythical resort, consult our exclusive guide to Val d'Isère.
From fine-dining restaurants and Michelin-starred establishments to authentic bistros, follow our guide to discover where are the best places to eat in Val d'Isère and have an unforgettable ski holiday! Let our luxury concierge make you a reservation in one of the best restaurants in the resort.
- L'Empreinte Avaline, a fine-dining refuge
- La Mourra, at the foot of the slopes
- La Luge, for an authentic ambiance
- La Table de l'Ours, a Michelin-starred restaurant in the heart of the resort
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L'Empreinte Avaline
A refuge of French gastronomy
L'Empreinte Avaline is a newcomer in the Val d'Isère landscape. Nestled in an Alpine chalet that marries traditional charm with modern elegance, this high-altitude restaurant offers a breathtaking vista of the surrounding mountains. After a morning skiing down the snow-covered pistes, head to this fine-dining address, located at the foot of the Grand Pré ski lift and savour typically French dishes or delicious seafood.
Our must-orders:
- Provençal-style frog's legs,
- Jumbo-shrimp ravioli with creamy leeks,
- Kougelhopf French toast.
Why we love here:
- It's exceptional location, in the heart of the mountains,
- Its typically French gastronomy with fresh and local produce.
Getting there:
L'Empreinte Avaline
Lieu-dit du Grand Pré, 73150 Val d'Isère
la mourra
An exceptional restaurant at the foot of the slopes
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Not to be missed in Val d'Isère, the restaurant of hotel La Mourra invites you on an exceptional culinary experience in an intimate and sophisticated atmosphere. At the end of the afternoon, take a seat in one of the comfortable seats and help-yourself to delicious pastries for a well-deserved afternoon snack.
In the evening, immerse yourself in the warm ambiance of this restaurant at the foot of the slopes and discover the Japanese-inspired menu, created by chef Germain Arnaboldi.
Our must-orders:
- Yellowtail tiradito with jalapeño,
- Five-pepper wagyu beef,
- Hot yuzu souffle with coriander sorbet.
Why we love here:
- Its elegant and cosy atmosphere,
- its fine-dining interpretation of Japanese flavours.
Getting there:
la luge
An 100% authentic Savoyard chalet
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Wanting to spend the evening immersed in traditional charm during your stay in Val d'Isère? Let our luxury concierge reserve your table at La Luge.
This cheese restaurant, with its wooden decor and convivial atmosphere, is the perfect place for sharing a fondue with your family. After dinner, head home to snuggle up in the comfort of your luxury chalet and drift off to sleep in front of the fireplace.
Our must-orders:
- The traditional three-cheese savoyard fondue,
- The Swiss black-truffle raclette,
- La Luge's traditional Mont-Blanc.
Why we love here:
- Its sun-kissed terrace at midday and its cosy interior for dinner,
- Its comforting and familial cuisine.
Getting there:
La Luge, Hôtel Le Blizzard
Avenue Olympique, 73150 Val d'Isère
la table de l'ours*
A Michelin-starred restaurant in the heart of the resort
La Table de l'Ours is one of the most prestigious fine-dining restaurants in the French Alps. Found in the heart of the iconic Hôtel les Barmes de l'Ours, this Michelin-starred establishment offers sophisticated cuisine inspired by its Alpine environment. In the kitchen, chef Antoine Gras assures that every plate perfectly marries traditional savoyard flavours and a subtle attention to detail.
Our must-orders:
- Savoy snails, spinach, watercress and white-wine velour,
- Lake Geneva Arctic char with lovage sauce,
- Venison and steamed carrot with pine.
Why we love here:
- Its decor embodying contemporary elegance,
- Its three fine-dining menus, with the Michelin guide's seal of approval
Getting there:
La Table de l'Ours, Hôtel les Barmes de l’Ours
Montée de Bellevarde 73155 Val d’Isère
For even more inspiration for your next fine-dining holiday in the mountains, consult our selection of the best Michelin-star restaurants in the French Alps.
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