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Read MoreAraxi
Araxi is home to the best cuisine in Whistler. Renowned executive chef James Walt has been celebrating seasonal, locally sourced ingredients for years, drawing upon the rich offerings of the nearby Pacific Ocean, Canadian ranches and the organic farms in...
Read MoreBearfoot Bistro
If you didn’t get enough excitement out on the mountain, head to the Bearfoot Bistro for a little pomp and circumstance. Begin your evening at the Belvedere Ice Room, adjacent to the restaurant, which boasts the “world’s coldest vodka tasting...
Read MoreBlackcomb Mountain
A gleaming wooden structure with windows extending from the floor to the massive vaulted ceilings, the Glacier Creek Lodge is the favored lunch destination on Blackcomb Mountain. Yes, it is a cafeteria, but a selection of hearty soups, Asian specialties...
Read MoreCow’s
A 30+-year-old Whistler institution, Cow's serves delicious ice cream in creative flavors such as pumpkin patch, bubble gum and brownie explosion.
Read MoreCreekbread
Creekbread was born as a progressive idea in the hills of Vermont before making its way to Whistler’s hippie enclave of Creekside. From the spacious wooden structure with a two-story tall ceiling resembling a converted farmhouse, decorated with New Age-y...
Read MoreCrepe Montagne
At first glance, Crepe Montagne is just a small storefront in a nondescript two-story mall. Inside, the wee wood-paneled space holds a handful of small booths, shelves packed with Asterix & Obelix and Tintin comic books, a cramped kitchen and,...
Read MoreCrystal Hut Fondue Dinner
Ride on a snowmobile or in a snowcat several thousand feet up Blackcomb Mountain to the rustic Crystal Hut Lodge. There enjoy a fondue dinner and wine – but only a half glass, if you are planning on driving the...
Courtesy Nita Lake LodgeRead MoreCure Lounge & Patio
The main lobby of Nita Lake Lodge flows into Cure Lounge & Patio, a cozy space of leather chairs, wooden tables and couches. The space is bookended by a sleek bar and the centerpiece is the massive stone fireplace with...
Read MoreDubh Linn Gate
Even if you don’t normally frequent Irish pubs, you’ll get a kick out of the Dubh Linn Gate. At the base of Whistler Mountain, tucked into the northern end of the plaza where skiers and boarders arrive at day’s end,...
Read MoreElements Urban Tapas Lounge
This casual restaurant serving up imaginative small plates is a locals’ favorite. Located in Village North, Elements is a good place to stop on your way into the main part of Whistler Village in the evening. Order the lemon meringue...
Read MoreFifty Two 80
For a more refined drinking experience, head north of the village to the Four Seasons. Rough cut stone and wood walls frame the stylish collection of plush orange settees and large chocolate leather chairs. A warm fire glows and attentive...
Read MoreGaribaldi Lift Company
When it opened a few years back, the GLC, as it’s known for short, almost immediately established itself at the coolest club in Whistler—and, in fact, one of the best après spots in North America. Perched above the Whistler Gondola...
Read MoreIl Caminetto di Umberto
Caminetto hits the right balance: it’s a friendly place you could enjoy equally for a family dinner or, in the later hours, with your grown-up friends. The décor is much brighter than at Trattoria, with blond wood and tones of...
Read MoreMallard Lounge and Terrace
If you’re staying in Blackcomb, this might be your choice for an après ski refresher or a post-dinner digestif. The décor here is traditional and grand, as are many of the drinks on offer. Old-fashioned cocktails and a hefty selection...
Read MoreMerlin’s Bar & Grill
Locals vote Merlin’s their favorite après destination. That’s probably because locals get to ski and ride not just over the winter holidays, but well into the spring, when the terrace at Merlin’s, at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, is simply...
Read MoreMongolie Grill
Kids can’t resist the opportunity to hold a big metal bowl themselves, and choose which meats, fish, veggies, noodles and sauces they want to put together. Then you watch as young ski bums dressed as cooks prepare your dinner on...
Read MoreRimRock Cafe
RimRock is just the type of restaurant you’d expect to find at a world-class ski resort. Located a short drive away from the bustle of the village, RimRock is the paradigm of mountain elegance, welcoming you into a hushed, dimly-lit...
Read MoreSachi Sushi
Of the half-dozen sushi restaurants in Whistler, Sachi Sushi is by far the favorite. The brightly lit dining room is not particularly stylish, but the large sushi bar located squarely in the middle lets you know that they have their...
Read MoreSidecut
Sidecut is a cut above your average steakhouse. With its location in Whistler’s most luxurious hotel, innovatively and expertly executed steakhouse classics, several seafood dishes and a few vegetarian options as well, Sidecut leaves diners little to beef about.
Read MoreSushi Village
A Whistler favorite for 30+ years, Sushi Village serves top-notch sushi in a lively and welcoming environment. The local joint is known for its sake margaritas and variety of sushi on offer, plus udon noodles, hot pot dinners and teriyaki....
Read MoreWhistler Mountain
Chic Pea is one the best spots on Whistler Mountain. You have to stand in line to order your food, but the petite space has more charm than the larger lodges. In spring, tables and music spill outside the little...
