Where to Eat in Whistler

Luckily, we're well-positioned to answer; most of us have skied and stayed in Whistler, a few have lived there, and we're all big foodies at heart. We asked around the office for everyone's top recommendations for where to eat in Whistler, so next time you're out there you'll know where to go. Can you try them all in one trip?

Brickworks - "For a hearty breakfast, look no further than Brickworks. I opted for the Veggie Skillet - essentially a full English piled high with vegetables. Delicious. Perfect if you're staying in the Delta as you can walk straight in from the lobby." - Craig Charley

Lift Coffee Company - "If you'd rather catch the first lift than have a sit-down breakfast, Lift Coffee Company is a fantastic grab-and-go coffee shop right next to Whistler Gondola. Their large granola yoghurt pots will easily keep you going until lunch." - Craig Charley

Portobello Market & Fresh Bakery - "Although it's based in the Fairmont, Portobello is actually very relaxed. Their website says the 'must try treat is the Bacon Maple Cream doughnut". Unfortunately I didn't but the grilled bagels were a hearty start to the day." - Tara Rogers

Sidecut - "Sidecut in the Four Seasons has an entire Eggs Benedict menu, I think that says it all!" - Kirstin Thatcher

Chic Pea - "Located at the top of the Garbanzo Chair, at the start of Seppo's/Lower Whiskey Jack, this is a cosy mid-mountain hut and is a great spot to stop for lunch and escape the crowds at the Roundhouse. If the weather is good, this is a real sun trap and often has a BBQ running at lunch. Watch out for the flying Whiskey Jack jays that the ski run is named after, they will steal your sandwich given a chance! In the colder months, head in and warm up with a hot chocolate and try one of their famous cinnamon buns. " - Sam Austin

Christine's - "On mountain dining doesn't have to be a quick stop, try Christine's inside the Rendezvous Restaurant for full-service dining in style." - Richard Rice

Crystal Hut - "Some of the most fun terrain in Whistler is on skier's right of Crystal Hut - Log Jam, Rock n Roll and Ridge Runners - so lap this area then reward yourself with a mega waffle." - Luke Dorking

Glacier Creek Lodge - "Their cinnamon buns are enormous and still make me salivate just thinking about them. A great on-mountain pit stop and mid-morning they tend to play really great music." - Kat Bouch

Horstman Hut - "The highest hut on either mountain, the views from Horstman Hut are spectacular on a clear day. It's the perfect spot to refuel when lapping 7th Heaven, although you'll need to eat inside on a cold day, there's very little protection from the elements." - Craig Charley

Roundhouse Lodge - "For refuelling on the mountain, the Roundhouse Lodge offers quick but hearty food with healthy options too, including made-to-order wraps (the smoked turkey and cranberry is particularly good)." - Tara Rogers

Black's Pub - "Amazing prawn Caesar salad, I've never had a bad meal there and they have a good beer/wine selection too. Nice to chill out on the terrace in spring, or curl up by the fire upstairs in the winter." - Kat Bouch

Dusty's - "My favourite lunch spot on my last trip in April was Dusty’s at the base of Creekside. Basking in the sunshine with a huge dish of Dusty’s Nachos (even with three of us sharing we still didn’t manage to finish them all) and washed down with a Caesar made with gin instead of vodka. Perhaps a controversial twist on a classic but it worked." - Claire Jones

Four Seasons - "For a special kind of après, I recommend a Caesar in the hot tub of the Four Seasons pool bar! I'm told you can also do this at the Westin and Fairmont." - Kirstin Thatcher

Garibaldi Lift Company (GLC) - "Located above the gondola in Whistler, GLC has an amazing vibe for après and the yam fries have to be tried to be believed." - Maggie Jago

Merlin's - "No trip to Whistler is complete without a yam fries and onion ring platter at Merlin's! Or the beetroot, goat's cheese and walnut salad. This great little spot at the base of Blackcomb is particularly worth a visit on a bluebird day for sunbathing and spectacular views of the mountain." - Kirstin Thatcher. "Hands down the best place to après." - Luke Dorking

Tapley's - "A real local's spot, the best for watching sport with a bucket of chicken wings." - Luke Dorking. "During a trip last season, we met up with an ex-Ski Safari team member now living in Whistler at Tapley's. They have a fantastic beer selection (the most on tap in Whistler), televisions showing sports everywhere you look and it's a good place to mingle with the locals." - Craig Charley

21 Steps - "Pre-book a table in 'The Attic', which looks down on the main bar. If you're celebrating a special birthday in a group this private area is perfect - candlelit with a very relaxed atmosphere. Sample their set menu, tapas style - make sure to try their maple glazed baby back ribs." - Jade Pritchard

Bearfoot Bistro - "For a complete dining experience you can't beat Bearfoot Bistro. Try your hand at Champagne sabering (complimentary with any Champagne purchase), chill out in the world's coldest vodka tasting room or watch your ice cream being made from scratch at your table using liquid nitrogen. Although this is fine dining, if you visit in spring you can enjoy a three course meal for just $38 in the week." - Craig Charley

Creekbread - "Fantastic pizza place in Creekside, if you're not staying there it's worth the trip just to eat here! Best pizza in Whistler, hands down." - Kat Bouch

Crêpe Montagne - "Amazing and tiny French restaurant tucked away by the Summit Lodge, serving pancakes and raclette. Lovely atmosphere and delicious food but this place gets busy!" - Kat Bouch

Earl's Kitchen + Bar - "I liked Earl's because it’s right in the heart of the Village, the atmosphere is fun and vibrant, the staff friendly and the menu varied, from burgers to fish & chips and steaks. A good pre-night out choice!" - Kirstin Thatcher

Harajuku - "My favourite dinner was at a Japanese restaurant called Harajuku. It’s tucked away near the conference centre and has a shop attached to it. A very casual restaurant and they serve great Sake Margaritas." - Claire Jones

Hy's Steakhouse - "The best place for steak - pricey but totally worth it. One of the best meals I've ever had." - Kat Bouch

KA-ZE Sushi and Beyond - "Based in the Westin, KA-ZE Sushi is a small, intimate and very friendly dining experience serving some of the best sushi in Whistler. The owner Tom has some exclusive choices from the signature Kamikaze Roll, to exotic Blue Fin Tuna Sashimi, to finish with Matsusaka Beef in your choice of Sukiyaki, Shabu Shabu, or stone grill barbecue "Ishiyaki". I can't recommend it enough, and I also recommend booking as it's extremely popular." - Rupert Hatfield

Sidecut - "One of the best restaurants in Whistler (located in the Four Seasons). With custom steak rubs and an infrared grill, the steak I had has made it onto my top three best-ever steaks list." - Luke Dorking

Splitz Grill - "Great for a quick, inexpensive bite to eat. Build your own burger with their special burger sauce or try something different with a Bison Burger!" - Jade Pritchard. "The best burgers in Whistler, period." - Luke Dorking

Sushi Village - "Delicious and freshly made sushi, either eat in or get a takeaway to enjoy in your condo. Make sure you try the Tuna KFC Roll and a Sake Margarita!" - Andrea Selig. "I make a pilgrimage to Sushi Village every time I head to Whistler, for me it’s the dining highlight and always ends up being one of the best nights out of my trip. I start by quenching my thirst with one of many Sake Margaritas, followed by the Spinach Gomae salad and as many rolls as the chefs can make. My top tip though is to try the Spicy Agedashi Tofu." - Andy Knights. "I learnt about sake-bombs here and the sushi is equally incredible. It's always busy, which is the best sign of a good restaurant." - Luke Dorking

Teppan Village - "This was my first Teppanyaki experience but hopefully won't be my last. A great option for families, you eat around the grill where your chef prepares and cooks your food, throwing in a few tricks and keeping smiles on everyone's faces." - Craig Charley

Whistler Tasting Tours - "A dining tour is a great way to try several restaurants in Whistler, with each course eaten in a different restaurant. We tried the Finer Things tour with the optional wine pairing. The tour kicked off with an amuse-bouche in the impressive wine cellar of the Bearfoot Bistro, where one of our party was lucky enough to give Champagne sabering a try. My favourite course was the main course at Quattro, a fabulous Italian restaurant in the village. I had the beautifully cooked wild sockeye salmon with the signature Quattro pasta. The tour ended with a cheese course accompanied by icewine at the Firerock lounge in the Westin." - Claire Jones. "Our guides Leeanne and Kristie had incredibly animated story-telling skills and heaps of insider knowledge. We bonded very quickly with fellow guests with a fun, poker-style game themed around the evening over five courses of incredible food and wine. If you can, fit it in at the start of your week as you’ll finish the evening armed with a list of the best things to do, places to go and a group of new friends too. We can't recommend this experience highly enough." - Tara Rogers. 
Read more of Claire and Tara's dining experience.

For more tips on enjoying Whistler from our team of experts, read our Whistler Resort Guide.