A Foodies’ Guide to the Best Restaurants in Courchevel
Local bars and restaurants complete the skiing experience. Whether it’s a cosy café for coffee and cake, a bustling bar or a Michelin-starred establishment, finding the best food and drink is quintessential to any winter holiday.
In Courchevel, restaurants are dotted along the valley floor and on the slopes too, with some of the very best accessible only by lift. If strolling straight from the slopes to tasting world-class cuisine sounds like your idea of the perfect situation, we’ve got you covered.
In this guide, we’ve listed some of the very best restaurants to try.
5 top restaurants to try in Courchevel
La Bouitte, St Martin de Belleville
La Bouitte is a world-renowned hotel and restaurant in the charming village of St Marcel. Close to the lively and youthful resort of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, it’s a popular spot for couples and young professionals raising a glass to the season.
You’ll need to book in advance, usually with your credit card number to reserve your table. This traditional chalet owned by René and Maxime Meilleur is steeped in family values and a sense of true belonging.
La Cave des Creux, Gravelles, Courchevel 1850
At the top of the Gravelles lift in Courchevel, you’ll find one of the most impressive spots for lunch. Two brothers Boris and Florian Glise - who teach on the slopes when they’re not in the kitchen - have lovingly transformed this former cheese cellar into a popular restaurant, complete with a children’s menu too.
If you’d like a truly luxurious experience on the slopes, why not book a private flight over The 3 Valleys skiing area? That way, you can head straight to the most intense runs and put your skills to the test - without battling through crowds or waiting in a queue.
Le Bel Air, Ariondaz, Courchevel Moriond
If you’d like a quick stop for lunch, Le Bel Air could be just right. Perfectly poised at the top of the Ariondaz bubble, it’s easy to access via blue and green runs - making it brilliant for family ski excursions on the weekend.
With a small but thoughtfully crafted menu, you should expect pastas, omelettes, steaks and salads. From light lunches to hearty meals with local cheese and wine, there’s something for every excursion. Best of all, this restaurant’s terrace extends across more than three levels, with panoramic views of the snow-capped peaks.
Le Cap Horn, Altiport, Courchevel 1850
One of the trendiest spots in Courchevel, lunch at Le Cap Horn is all about ambience.
Accessible by road yet easily reached on ski, this fashionable restaurant promises a lively atmosphere. For those enjoying luxury holidays in Courchevel 1850 in a big family group, it’s the perfect reconnaissance point with the non-skiers.
No matter what time you’re heading there, you should expect to hear loud, infectious music being played by a live DJ. Le Cap Horn sits at 2,100 metres, but you can still find all the finer things in life here. Fresh seafood, lobsters, sushi, truffles and wagyu beef are served here, often with caviar to start.
La Soucoupe, Courchevel 1850
Mountain restaurants don’t get much prettier than La Soucoupe. This romantic and rustic venue offers both indoor and open-air seating, with an interior dominated by earthy woods and deep, natural tones.
La Soucoupe is notoriously one of the best apres-ski locations in the area. Lengthy wine lists mean you can perch there all afternoon once you’ve finished your runs. If you’re ready for lunch, you can choose from the exceptional cuts of meat cooked over an open fire. Freshly grilled delicacies and quality champagne promise a treat, every time.
Overview
From the slopes to the streets, Courchevel is teeming with restaurants to suit every taste. Whether you’re after a quick bite to eat between ski lessons or you’ve finished for the day, there’s a banquet waiting for you. Sit back, sip your wine, and take in the views.
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