Creekside Café

Snowbird’s newest eatery is rapidly becoming one of the resort’s most popular. The reason: location, location, location. Creekside is situated at the base of Snowbird’s Gad Valley, at the intersection of the Gadzoom and Mid-Gad ski lifts, and with easy access from much of the mountain. The large deck doesn’t hurt, either. On sunny days, skiers and boarders bask in the sun enjoying music on the 3,000-square-foot deck, sipping on suds or lattes and munching on specialties from the outdoor grill. On cold days, dive into a hearty bowl of chili con carne, which comes with a big baked breadstick and pairs quite nicely with a 16-ounce microbrew. And in any kind of weather—from Oktoberfest at Snowbird through balmy spring ski days—you can enjoy bratwurst with sauerkraut. Reviewed March 26. Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort, 801-933-2222, Snowbird.com