This kitschy crèperie in the center of Megève is a love-it or hate-it kind of place. The menu is simple—savory crepes highlight local cheeses and specialties like wild mushrooms; sweet versions can contain Chantilly cream and rich chocolate sauce—and the setting is homey, with tchotchkes everywhere including coffee pots hanging from the ceiling. The famed eatery is an iconic spot in town due to its notoriously grumpy owner who holds court over the bar, and the restaurant’s spot at the foot of the Chamois lift.

Without a doubt, a meal at the three-Michelin-starred Flocons de Sel is a highlight of a trip to Megève, or indeed the French Alps. Grand chef Emmanuel Renaut has created a dining experience that ranks up with some of the best in the world, and takes place in a beautifully simple chalet on the outskirts of town. The extraordinary Renaut is devoted to the region and his cooking revels in its offerings, from local cheeses, foraged mushrooms, lake fish and herbs, all in modern and innovative styles. Lunch or dinner at Flocons de Sel is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and should not be missed, whether or not you consider yourself a gourmet dining aficionado. Chef Renaut’s cooking shines a celebratory light on the area that leaves diners with a new appreciation for this part of France.

Owned by Emmanuelle Renault of Flocons de Sel fame, Flocons del Bistro is conveniently located in Megeve’s town center. With a relaxed, woodsy vibe, the eatery serves simple, unfussy food that is perfect for a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner. There is an excellent wine shop set next-door.

Only guests of the Sibuet properties are invited to dine at the mountainside refuge that has been in their family for decades. The alpage (French for refuge) was originally a structure for farmers to take shelter while grazing their herds or flocks in the high-altitude pastures. As skiing and mountain climbing took over in popularity, the edifices, which range in size and shape but are consistently basic, became sanctuaries from the cold for winter activity enthusiasts. This property, like most alpages, is only accessible by skiing or 4x4 vehicles.

Amidst wood-paneled walls and antique furniture, guests are invited to Wednesday lunch or nightly dinner (by advance reservation only) in the cozy building on the Rochebrune mountain. Meals consist of traditional dishes cooked over open flame in the large fireplace. The refuge is open from June through November each year.

La Folie Douce is shaking up the notion that Megève has a reserved après scene in comparison to its neighboring resorts, such as Chamonix. At La Folie Douce, guests can expect a typical European après with great beer and food, but also live music, professional dancers, smoke machines and more. The space is not just a place to unwind after a long ski day, but rather one that encourages you to get up, dance and join the fun.

The opulent La Table de l’Alpage, located in the equally sumptuous Hotel Alpaga, is one of Megeve’s best restaurants. Recently awarded his first Michelin star, chef Christophe Schuffenecker cooks inventive, decadent cuisine that is locally sourced from around the region. Expect topnotch service and white tablecloths in the modern, gray-hued dining room tastefully decorated by the talented Pauline Bes de Berc, who also designed the hotel’s interiors.

Tasteful, refined and elegant, Le 1920 epitomizes upscale French taste. Located in the famed Hotel Mont d'Arbois on the outskirts of town, this elegant restaurant boasts one of the most beautiful dining rooms in Megève, with gorgeous wood-paneled ceilings, floor-to-ceiling murals and cushy leather booths. The cuisine, courtesy of young chef Julien Gatmman—who was awarded his first Michelin star in 2014—more than matches the lavish ambiance.

With sumptuous leather seating, raw pine floors and impressive antler racks dotting the walls, Le Bistrot du M takes its design cues from American West spots like Aspen or Jackson Hole, but the cuisine is pure French. Highlights of the meat- and potatoes-heavy menu include a delicious tartar beef filet and a sautéed French veal filet.

This cozy spot in the Au Coin de Feu hotel flies under the radar, serving delicious, hearty food complimented by the friendly and attentive staff,. With a focus on nouvelle-French cuisine, the dining room at Le Saint-Nicolas is a wallet-friendly alternative to the other glitzy restaurants that dot Megeve’s culinary landscape.

Housed in a medieval building in the heart of the town, this bar-cum-jazz club is beloved for its regular live music. The perfect place for pre or post dinner drinks, the tiny hole-in-the-wall spot regularly hosts some big-name musicians.

A favored hot spot amongst Megève’s cool locals and younger guests, Tigrr is a very chic, underground eatery. Lit by candlelight and the resident DJ’s electronic equipment, the restaurant serves pan-Asian food including expensive but tasty sushi, dimsum, noodle dishes and curries. As the evening progresses, the music gets louder and karaoke sessions have been known to break out. After a few days and nights of rich Savoyard cuisine, sushi and some Asian-style nibbles are typically welcome.