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Swiss Chalet, Vail, CO

Swiss Chalet

4.6
4.6
1231 Reviews
$31 to $50
European

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2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Featuring traditional European cuisine by our Executive Chef in a classic Swiss-style setting, the Swiss Chalet offers the ultimate alpine dining experience. Käse Spätzle (homemade Swiss dumpling topped with cheese and crispy onions) and delicious fondues make the Swiss Chalet a delectable dining experience. Not in the mood for fondue? Our traditional European entrées and Raclette will satisfy your every need. Save room for freshly made desserts including Austrian apple strudel and chocolate fondue.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    European, Swiss
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (970) 479-5462 ext. 5523
  • Website
    http://www.sonnenalp.com/dining/swiss_chalet.html
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    20 Vail Road, Vail, CO 81657
  • Area
    Vail
  • Cross Street
    Meadow Drive
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking at the hotel for dining guests up to 2 hours, availability permitting.
  • Public transit
    Vail in town bus stop in front of restaurant entrance, and minutes away from the public parking structure and transportation center.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

A $5 split charge for 1st courses and $8 split charge for 2nd courses will be applied in case of sharing menu items

Vorspeisen

  • Schnecken PastetliUS$22.00

    Baked Vineyard Escargot, Herb-Garlic Butter, Fresh Baguette

    • Steak Tartare*US$26.00

      Finely Chopped Angus Beef, Capers, Onions, Cornichons, Parsley, Toasted Bread (Quail Egg Upon Request)

      • KäsespätzleUS$20.00

        Homemade Swiss Dumplings, Our House Three Cheese Blend, Diced Tomatoes, Fried Onions

        • Gebackener BrieUS$20.00

          Baked Triple Cream Brie, Apple-Lingonberries, Green Salad

          • Heirloom Tomato BruschettaUS$17.00

            Lemon Ricotta, Pickled Shallots, 10 Year Aged Balsamic, Grilled Artisan Bread

            Salate Und Suppen

            • Swiss Chalet Haus SalatUS$14.00

              Butter Lettuce, Tomatoes, Light European-Style Sour Cream Dressing

              • Gelbe Bete SalatUS$17.00

                Roasted Red & Golden Beet Salad, Pea Tendril, Cherry Radish, Pecans, Frisée, Grainy Mustard & Honey Vinaigrette

                • Arugula Radicchio SalatUS$17.00

                  Granny Smith Apples, Haystack Peppered Goat Cheese, Potato Crisps, Candied Walnuts, White Truffle & Apple Dressing

                  • ZwiebelsuppeUS$16.00

                    Onion Soup, Gruyére Cheese, Baguette Bread

                    Hauptgänge

                    • Wiener Schnitzel Vom KalbUS$38.00

                      Lightly Breaded Pan Fried Veal, Warm Potato Salad, Lingonberries

                      • Gegrilltes Lachsfilet*US$38.00

                        Grilled Scottish Salmon, Caramelized Shallot Potato Gnocchi, Seasonal Vegetables, Lemon Butter Sauce

                        • Züricher GeschnetzeltesUS$42.00

                          Sautéed Veal, Rösti, Creamy Mushroom Chardonnay Sauce

                          • Pfeffersteak*US$58.00

                            8oz Filet Mignon, Spätzle, Broccolini, Brandy Peppercorn Sauce

                            • Käsespätzle Und SalatUS$32.00

                              Entrée-Sized Homemade Swiss Dumplings In Our House Three Cheese Blend, Served with a House Salad

                              Swiss Chalet Spezialitäten

                              We proudly serve cheese products imported from Switzerland. Our Swiss Chalet Spezialitäten serve 2 guests

                              • RacletteUS$62.00

                                6 Raclette Cheese, Potatoes, Balsamic Mushrooms, Dipping Sauces

                                • Raclette Matterhorn*US$82.00

                                  6 Raclette Cheese and 8oz Beef Tenderloin, Bacon, Chipolata and Smoked Polish Sausage

                                  Meat Fondue

                                  $68. All meat fondues served with 10 oz beef tenderloin, potatoes, vegetables, dipping sauces - Each Additional Guest $34. Choose between:

                                  • Bourguignonne*

                                    Boiling Pot of Oil

                                    • Chinoise*

                                      Burgundy Infused Beef Broth

                                      Cheese Fondue

                                      $72. All cheese fondues served with potatoes, vegetables, baguette bread - Each Additional Guest $36. Choose between:

                                      • Älpler Fondue

                                        Blend of Imported Swiss Cheeses, Herbs

                                        • Raclette Fondue

                                          Fondue & Raclette Cheese

                                          Flavor Additions

                                          • Extra Kirsch (To Dip Your Bread In)US$8.00

                                            • Jalapeño & Chili FlakesUS$6.00

                                              • Truffles and ChampagneUS$28.00

                                                Fondue & Raclette Additions

                                                Served Cooked for Cheese Fondues

                                                • Venison Meddalions*

                                                  • 4ozUS$21.00

                                                • Beef Medallions*

                                                  • 4ozUS$18.00

                                                • Jumbo Shrimp* (3)US$12.00

                                                  • Chicken Breast*

                                                    • 6ozUS$10.00

                                                  • Sausages (4)US$12.00

                                                    • Lamb Chops (3)US$21.00

                                                      • Raclette Cheese (3)US$15.00

                                                        • VegetablesUS$8.00

                                                          • PotatoesUS$8.00

                                                            • Apples & PearsUS$8.00

                                                              Last updated: 28 June 2022

                                                              What 1,231 people are saying

                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

                                                              Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                              4.6
                                                              4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                              • 4.4Food
                                                              • 4.7Service
                                                              • 4.6Ambience
                                                              • 4.1Value

                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                              Review summary

                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                              Swiss Chalet offers a delightful experience with its "fantastic service," classic cheese fondue, and authentic Bavarian cuisine. The restaurant boasts a "cozy and warm" atmosphere, perfect for enjoying their signature schnapps cocktail and delectable desserts. While some dishes may not impress everyone, the attentive staff, particularly Sigi, ensures a memorable visit.

                                                              1,231 Reviews

                                                              1. Nicole

                                                                VIP

                                                                Denver

                                                                5 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                5 reviews

                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Food was great- service even better. More food than expected for the price. Truly enjoyed it!

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                                                              2. MARIANA

                                                                Denver

                                                                1 review

                                                                5.0

                                                                1 review

                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Un excelente lugar para cenar, las porciones son suficientes, la calidad de la comida muy buena y deliciosa, excelente servicio por parte de todo el personal

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                                                              3. Karini

                                                                Houston

                                                                2 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                2 reviews

                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                We had a wonderful experience at Swiss Chalet! The food was excellent, with authentic flavors and well prepared the fondue in particular was delicious. The ambiance is charming, with a cozy atmosphere that truly captures the charm of a Swiss chalet. The service was impeccable, with the staff always attentive and friendly. A perfect place to enjoy a special evening in Vail. I highly recommend it.

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                                                              4. Maikel

                                                                VIP

                                                                Orlando

                                                                14 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                14 reviews

                                                                Dined 2 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Great food, great service by Jason, great decoration

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                                                              5. paolo

                                                                New York City

                                                                9 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                9 reviews

                                                                Dined 3 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Great service from Javier.. we ate too much Lol..

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                                                              6. Vivian

                                                                VIP

                                                                Oaxaca

                                                                1 review

                                                                3.0

                                                                1 review

                                                                Dined 4 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                2. Food 2
                                                                3. Service 2
                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                El queso no estaba como siempre, estaba muy líquido y no era como siempre, el servicio fue súper lento

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                                                              7. Catherine

                                                                VIP

                                                                Tampa

                                                                4 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                4 reviews

                                                                Dined 5 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                We loved the cheese fondue and drinks so much! Dennison was an amazing server and had great recommendations for us. He knew the menu well and was very attentive and friendly. A true pro!

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                                                              8. Junko

                                                                VIP

                                                                Denver

                                                                5 reviews

                                                                2.0

                                                                5 reviews

                                                                Dined 5 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 2
                                                                2. Food 1
                                                                3. Service 2
                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                enjoy. First, I urge anyone reading this to go to other restaurants unless you specifically want a fondue experience. Second, I have written many reviews, and this is unfortunately one of the very few where I had to give a 2-star rating. Swiss Chalet failed to meet expectations and left my husband and me not only disappointed but outraged. While the cocktails and wine are commendable and the complimentary pretzel bread and butter were enjoyable (reason for the 2-star), the real food was a disaster. The Käsespätzle appetizer was far too heavy. We split the Zwiebelsuppe (equivalent to French Onion Soup), which cost an additional $5 to split (without being disclosed). The bread in the soup was burnt, there wasn't enough cheese, and it was excessively sweet and salty. I dare say that the frozen French Onion Soup from Costco might be superior. My husband ordered the Wiener Schnitzel Vom Kalb (Veal Schnitzel), and I had the Züricher Geschnetzeltes (Veal dish with mushrooms and round hash browns). Both dishes were absolutely terrible. My husband's veal was exceedingly dry, and my veal in mushroom sauce was unappealing, with the Rosti being worse than hash browns I had at another restaurant for breakfast. We were charged $223 for this subpar meal. The server's attitude shifted dramatically once we expressed our dissatisfaction; no alternative dishes were offered. This lack of service added to our outrage. We felt deceived into ordering unfamiliar dishes with no recourse for our dissatisfaction. We did not try the fondue, so I cannot comment on its quality. However, if you are seeking a fondue experience, this place might still be worth a try. For those looking for quality food, I strongly suggest exploring other dining options in Vail.

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                                                              9. OpenTable Diner

                                                                Dallas

                                                                3 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                3 reviews

                                                                Dined 6 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Sigi was an outstanding server & was patient with having two toddlers in our party. Fabulous night!

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                                                              10. Lise

                                                                Denver

                                                                3 reviews

                                                                4.0

                                                                3 reviews

                                                                Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                Wonderful as always. It has been a Carnes family tradition for 25+ years. Plus, I visited with my parents in my 20"s.

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                                                              FAQs

                                                              Swiss Chalet offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (970) 479-5462 ext. 5523.

                                                              Swiss Chalet is rated 4.6 stars by 1231 OpenTable diners.

                                                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                              Make a booking

                                                              2 people
                                                              19:00
                                                              Booked 34 times today

                                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                                              Google Map for Swiss Chalet

                                                              20 Vail Road, Vail, CO 81657

                                                              Additional information

                                                              • Cross Street
                                                                Meadow Drive
                                                              • Area
                                                                Vail
                                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                                Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                              • Price
                                                                $31 to $50
                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                European, Swiss
                                                              • Dining style
                                                                Casual Elegant
                                                              • Dress code
                                                                Smart Casual
                                                              • Parking details
                                                                Complimentary valet parking at the hotel for dining guests up to 2 hours, availability permitting.
                                                              • Public transit
                                                                Vail in town bus stop in front of restaurant entrance, and minutes away from the public parking structure and transportation center.
                                                              • Payment Options
                                                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                              • Additional
                                                                Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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