Restaurants in Sun Valley, Idaho

Some of our favorite Sun Valley restaurants

Sun Valley offers all varieties of dining experiences, from casual cafes to elegant and white-linen culinary palaces to rustic, romantic, wilderness lodges. Local fish, produce, and friendliness make dining in Sun Valley a pleasure. So let some of these dining emporiums spice up your Sun Valley vacation. Most of Sun Valley’s restaurant have a casual dress code, but call ahead to be sure.

Sun Valley Resort
Sun Valley Resort offers about 10 different dining options within the resort and six more atop and around the mountains. The premier among them is the Lodge Dining Room. This elegant space features impeccable service, innovative cuisine, live music, and dancing and one of the most extensive wine lists in the area.

Desperado’s
Desperado’s features fresh and reasonably-priced Mexican food made with local ingredients. Margaritas are delicious at this Ketchum favorite.

Felix’s
A small restaurant in the heart of Ketchum specializing in Mediterranean cuisine. Casual and affordably priced.

Michael’s Christiana Restaurant
An elegant French restaurant in downtown Ketchum. Christiana’s serves traditional French cuisine in a European atmosphere. American and French wines are featured here. Expensive.

Pioneer Saloon
A full-service restaurant and bar renowned for its aged tender beef, seafood, and large Idaho potatoes. Don’t let the word “saloon” confuse you. This is an elegant restaurant with hearty fare, a Ketchum tradition since 1950. Expensive.

Zou 75
Offers fresh seafood, sake, and sushi in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. An outdoor deck and friendly service enhance this dining experience. Located in Hailey.

Sun Valley Wine Company
Offers dozens of wines by the glass as well as serving soups, stews, salads, and appetizers. A smoke-free establishment. Moderately priced.

Apple’s Bar and Grill
Located at the base of Bald Mountain in Warm Springs, this affordable eatery offers an affordable menu combined with a spectacular view. Wine and Beer served. Moderately priced.

Gretchen’s
A popular restaurant located in the lobby of the Sun Valley Resort, Gretchen’s offers salads, pastas, and delicious sandwiches. Evening fare includes local grilled salmon, beef, and lamb. A summertime buffet is featured on the terrace. Moderately priced.

The Pioneer Saloon
A mile from Sun Valley, the Pioneer Saloon sits in the heart of Ketchum, Idaho, the gateway to the Sawtooth mountains. In business since 1950, the Pioneer has become a traditional stop for locals and visitors alike.

Ketchum Grill
The Ketchum Grill uses mostly all locally-grown produce in its dishes.

Tapestry Gallery and Wine
Tapestry Gallery and Wine is a weaving of art, wine and cultures. The art gallery features contemporary painting, photography, sculpture and jewelry by emerging and established artists from near and far. Exhibition openings and receptions occur on the first Friday of the month.