Dining

Rossland is a major surprise when it comes to dining. Several of the restaurants serve diverse, upscale and contemporary cuisine that seems out of sync with the rustic mining town. The food is so darn good at the top restaurants that many guests go back for more, and with broad menus, the food never gets boring.

The finest cooking is found at Gypsy at Red (362-3347; $$-$$$), at the base of Red Resort in the Red Robs. It's best described as California bistro meets the British Columbia mountains, with fireside leather couches and bold-colored, mountain-inspired art. From creative entrees of seared Ahi tuna and braised lamb shank to an extensive tapas menu, you can't go wrong. Top it off with dessert, perhaps the bourbon orange pecan tart with bourbon cream.

Munro's Restaurant (362-7375; $$–$$$) at the Prestige Mountain Resort, formerly the Louis Blue Dining Room, promises "Excellence In Dining" with prime rib, seafood and pasta dishes.

Idgies Restaurant (362-0078; $$) specializes in food from around the world—curry, Creole and lots of garlic.The tiny restaurant is dressed in bright yellows and blues and filled with the buzz of clientele. Fresh fish and pastas dominate the menu.

The Flying Steamshovel (362-7323; $) is a lively pub and Mexican restaurant with great views. Sunshine Cafe (362-7630; $) has basic burgers and pasta in major portions. Rock Cut Pub & Restaurant ($–$$), between the mountain and town, serves average pub fare. Its breakfasts get a thumbs up.

Clansey's is the locals' hangout and offers a full breakfast and lunch menu. Alpine Grind Coffee House (left) dishes out hot and cold breakfasts to go with its gourmet coffees and teas. On weekends, try the awesome Belgian waffles. Sourdough Alley on level two of the base lodge, serves great soups, sandwiches burgers and fries for lunch, has an espresso bar and is also a good stop for breakfast.

Dining Legend (C$): $$$$–Entrees $30+; $$$–$20–30; $$–$10–20; $–less than $10