While Courchevel is synonymous with luxury ski breaks, this world-famous resort can be enjoyed all year round and offers unique gastronomic experiences surrounded by remarkable Alpine scenery. Courchevel is home to luxury accommodations, high-end shops, and promises an après-ski to remember. Luxury travellers from across the globe take to the slopes in Courchevel to make the most of its traditional Alpine charm and quaint cobbled streets including an authentic Savoyard village. What better way to end a long day on the slopes than with an indulgent meal in one of the resort’s top restaurants? There are exquisite culinary offerings in Courchevel, including traditional, local cuisine, gourmet fine dining, and Michelin-starred establishments. Here are some of our favourites:
Le 1947 à Cheval Blanc
Housed in the lavish Cheval Blanc and named after the Château’s most exclusive vintage, Le 1947 at Cheval Blanc takes diners on a culinary journey. Courchevel’s only three-Michelin-star restaurant, Le 1947’s menu demonstrates the gastronomic innovation and savoir-faire of Executive Chef Yannick Alléno and invites guests to indulge in something brand new each and every season. From 7:30pm to 9pm from Wednesday to Sunday, gourmet cuisine is served in this intimate and sophisticated open setting, complete with nightly live performances.
Le Panoramic
Enjoy traditional French and Mediterranean delights, including Savoyard delicacies, at Le Panoramic. This breathtaking establishment is perched high upon the summit of La Saulire and boasts panoramic vistas of the Alps, including Mont Blanc, and can be reached by cable cars and ski lifts. The restaurant is open throughout the day until the early evening during the ski season and serves a wide range of gourmet dishes by the fire in its cosy Alpine interior or al fresco on the outdoor terrace.
Alpage
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Situated in the luxurious Hôtel Annapurna, Alpage is an exquisite fine dining restaurant in the heart of the exclusive Courchevel 1850. Awarded a Michelin star, this restaurant delivers a culinary experience to delight the senses. From Wednesday to Sunday, Chef Jean-Rèmi Caillon invites guests to savour serene, nighttime dining in an outdoors-inspired setting that opens on the stunning nature that surrounds it. He combines his training in fine French cuisine and the international influence of his travels to showcase the freshest, seasonal produce.
Le Sarkara
Located in Hôtel Le K2 Palace, you’ll find the contemporary, vegetable-focussed menu of Chef Sébastien Vauxion on offer in Sarkara. This 2-Michelin-starred establishment prioritises locally sourced, seasonal products to turn the chef’s vision into unique dishes that tell a story, featuring indulgent pastry-inspired intricacies and tea pairings. In addition to a carefully curated menu, guests can enjoy the panoramic views over the surrounding mountains and the Courchevel Valley in an intimate setting. The restaurant is open from 7:30pm until 10pm from Wednesday to Sunday.
Simple et Meilleur
Recipient of the Michelin Bib Gourmand award, Simple et Meilleur showcases the best of traditional Savoyard cuisine. Amongst authentic Alpine décor, diners can sample local specialties, delicious fondue, and delectable pastries. The restaurant features expansive windows offering sensational views of the mountains at the foot of the slopes, perfect after a day of skiing, snowboarding, or simply relaxing in this exclusive resort. The restaurant is closed on Wednesdays but offers a gourmet delicatessen full of tempting treats to take home.
La Fromagerie
La Fromagerie invites diners to sample and savour traditional mountain cuisine in a warm and inviting setting. Featuring authentic Savoyard décor, this restaurant serves local cuisine by the fire in the prestigious Courchevel 1850 resort. The menu showcases regional cheeses in the form of raclette and fondue and offers local dishes including croziflette and tartiflette. There is also an extensive wine menu to help you find the perfect pairing for each dish. La Fromagerie is open every day from 6:45pm.
Bagatelle Courchevel
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Found in the luxurious mountain resort of Courchevel 1850, Bagatelle Courchevel brings the brand’s signature French Mediterranean dining to a chic restaurant overlooking the French Alps. With existing branches in Ibiza, St Barth, Dubai and London with New York coming soon, Bagatelle’s Courchevel establishment boasts an outdoor terrace with panoramic Alpine vistas, including views of Mont Blanc. The restaurant opens daily from 12pm to 4:15pm for an indulgent lunch experience and offers a signature menu, full of Mediterranean flavours and sweet treats, by Executive Chef Jules Pronost.
