Flame

The gourmet restaurant at the Four Seasons Vail, Flame bills itself as a modern steak house, and it certainly delivers decadent meals. The atmosphere is refined but casual so kids can join their parents for fine dining. The menu focuses on hearty American classics like plum tomato bisque with aged cheddar toast and elk corn dogs to start and hay-roasted pork chops, Colorado lamb chops, and prime steaks, including locally-raised Kobe beef, in many cuts for main courses. A variety of house-made spice rubs and sauces are available at no extra charge. Sides range from truffled fontina mac and cheese to lobster mashed potatoes and crispy Brussels sprout kimchi. Save room for dessert, though, because the molten chocolate cake is unforgettable.