The Aerie Restaurant (933-2160; $$$; reservations recommended; right) on top of the Cliff Lodge, it is considered one of Utah's best restaurants, for good reason. The Asian decor is elegant and tasteful, the views from the large picture windows spectacular and the food and house piano player are excellent.The adjacent Aerie Sushi Bar ($–$$) serves fresh hand-rolled sushi. At ground level of the Cliff Lodge's atrium, the Atrium Restaurant ($–$$) is fine for baked goods and espresso, a lunch buffet or snacks. El Chanate ($–$$) on Level A of the Cliff Lodge is the place for Mexican fare.

At the Iron Blosam Lodge, The Wildflower (933-2230; $$; reservations recommended) features outstanding Mediterranean cuisine. The Lodge Bistro ($$–$$$) in the Lodge at Snowbird has a cozy atmosphere with an eclectic bistro menu. The Steak Pit ($$$) in the Snowbird Center at the base of the mountain specializes in hand-cut steaks and seafood. There's usually a wait, but it's worth it.

The rest of the eateries in the Snowbird Center cater to the ski crowd, serving breakfast and lunch. For sit-down service, The Forklift ($) has great sandwiches and salads, plus a large fireplace. For the best lunch value, go to the pasta bar at The Rendezvous cafeteria where you can order huge servings of made-to-order hot pasta dishes that are absolutely yummy for just $7.95. There's also a well-stocked salad island and the usual cafeteria fare. Pier 49 San Francisco Sourdough Pizza has sourdough pizza with lots of toppings. Birdfeeder has gourmet coffees, including espressos and light snacks.

At Snowbird Center you'll find a grocery and deli with a take-out breakfast and lunch counter. Its liquor store is closed on Sundays and holidays.

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