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Restaurants in Val Thorens — 6 of Our Favourites

Find your perfect Val Thorens restaurant, shortlisted by our local experts

There's a wide range of restaurants in Val Thorens to suit all tastes and budgets.

Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Val Thorens Where to Eat Guide.

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1. L'Olympiski Restaurant

Location
Val Thorens

There is nothing like spending a day in the mountains to work up an appetite! Give in to the tempting flavours of traditional Alpine cuisine - melted cheese, cured meats, hearty mountain food to satisfy your senses...

This restaurant is perfectly located at the foot of the Val Thorens ski slopes, at the Hotel des 3 Vallees. The restaurant is open to the public as well as to guests of the hotel and you are invited to enjoy a leisurely lunch or a delicious evening meal in its cosy surroundings.

Chef Olivier Caillère, in partnership with Michelin-starred chef Romuald Fassenet, uses fresh local ingredients to create a menu that changes with the seasons. Meat, fish and vegetable options are all available, as well as a tempting selection of homemade desserts and cheese boards. The à la carte menu offers plenty of choice, or the set menus provide good value.

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La Maison Restaurant, Val Thorens interior

2. La Maison Restaurant

Location
Val Thorens

With something on the menu to suit everyone and a good range of cocktails, spirits, wines and beers this is a good spot for some lunch, an afternoon coffee, après drinks and dinner.

Having been in existence for over 30 years, this authentic mountain restaurant combines their experience with a modern twist.

If you are meeting up with non-skiers, then La Maison is well placed in the centre of Val Thorens at the 'Galerie Caron'. Their basic 'Fondue Savoyarde' with three local kinds of cheese is the first tier. Afterwards, there is 'Founde Savoyarde aux cepes' (with mushrooms) and then, for those really wanting to go luxe, they offer 'Fondue Savoyarde aux truffes' (with truffles). They usually have clearly marked vegetarian options - pastas, risottos, salads and starters, with a more modern menu than typical ski-resort fare. 

They have a nicely decorated interior or a lovely sunny terrace depending on the weather.

Open daily from 08:00 to 01:00.

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Il Gusto Restaurant, Val Thorens style of cuisine

3. Il Gusto Restaurant

Location
Val Thorens

This Italian restaurant offers gourmet Italian cuisine in the heart of Val Thorens.

On the menu alongside delicious pizzas, you'll find all your favourite Italian classics such as antipasti, minestrone, panna cotta and tiramisu plus some new takes on Italian dishes, all served with a gourmet flair.

They're open for lunch to cater for hungry skiers and for dinner service all through the ski season.

You can find the restaurant and bar in the Oxalys residence, which you can reach easily from the slopes or on foot from the centre of resort.

Open daily from 09:00 to 23:00

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La Fondue Restaurant, Val Thorens

4. La Fondue Restaurant

Location
Val Thorens

Hotel Le Val Thorens invites you to sample some delicious Savoyard cuisine at this restaurant, located on the side of the pistes in the heart of resort.

The restaurant is located in the Place de L'Eglise so is easily accessible on foot or on skis. The ambience is warm and cosy, with traditional wooden furnishings and friendly staff.

Enjoy delicious Savoyard specialities such as fondue and raclette in traditional Savoyard surroundings.

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La Chaumiere Restaurant, Val Thorens interior

5. La Chaumiere Restaurant

Location
Val Thorens

Speciality Savoyard cuisine in a friendly atmosphere in Val Thorens. Made with fresh local ingredients you can choose from traditional Savoyard dishes such as tartiflette, raclette, fondues, steaks and more.

Located in the heart of Val Thorens, you can head to this restaurant for lunch or dinner with menus of the day and speciality dishes. For vegetarians they can adapt dishes - fondue without charcuterie for example.

It is a lovely alpine setting to enjoy a meal with family and friends.

Open daily throughout the winter season for lunch and dinner. On Saturday they serve food non-stop.

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Le Tivoli Restaurant, Val Thorens style of cuisine

6. Le Tivoli Restaurant

Location
Val Thorens

Pizzas, fondues, tapas, Savoyard specialities and more are on the menu at this restaurant. Situated at the bottom of the slopes in the centre of Val Thorens, it is easy for skiers and pedestrians alike to enjoy a lunch here. For lunch they offer a good value daily special, whilst at dinner time the restaurant becomes cosier and with friendly service you can enjoy a relaxing meal with family and friends.

They typically have at least two or more vegetarian dishes on their menu such as pasta or veggie side dishes that you can combine.

The restaurant also has a large sunny terrace where you can enjoy lunch including their pierrade, grilled meat or homemade desserts.

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About choosing a restaurant in Val Thorens

There's a wide range of restaurants in Val Thorens to suit all tastes and budgets. Read our guide on all the best places to eat and where to find your favourite style of cuisine.

Worth noting is that at lunchtime, most restaurants will offer a well-priced 'Plat du Jour' (dish of the day), normally consisting of locally sourced meat, potatoes and a salad or seasonal vegetables. Most, if not all of the restaurants in resort are child friendly, especially if you let them know in advance. Evening meals are normally served from 19:00, and the restaurants are quieter at this time than later on.