The Aerie Restaurant
(801) 933-2160
Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort Cliff Lodge, Level 10
(at Little Cottonwood Canyon)
Snowbird,
UT
84092
40.5848
-111.6475
Hours:
Summer Hours: Mon-Sat 6pm-9pm. Winter Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-10:30am Sat-Sun 7am-11am Mon-Thu 6pm-9pm Fri-Sat 6pm-10pm
Price:
$$$
Parking:
Lot
Last updated 9.23.08
What People Are Saying About The Aerie Restaurant
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The Scene
At Snowbird's central Cliff Lodge, exit the elevator at Level 10 into the expansive, elegant realm of the Aerie. From the high-backed booths and tables for two that run along the picture window, you can digest the panoramic views of the mountain. Asian tapestries, silks, and artifacts add to the ethereal ambiance, while the resort crowd adds a convivial buzz from the lounge.
The Food
While it may be termed New American Cuisine, let's just call it ambitious and delicious. Fiddlehead ferns add zest to an appetizer of warm asparagus and morels; shallots and wild mushrooms balance the rich porcini ravioli in a brown butter sauce, while a red-pepper aioli brightens the rich flavors of a jumbo shrimp and crab salad. Bright colors and artful presentation add to the pleasures of the entrees and specials, including a recent pesto cream sauce for a half-rack of lamb, a citrus cr?me sauce for the veal chop, and a Grand Marnier peppercorn sauce for the Black Angus strip steak.
User Reviews
cgratteau
July 19, 2006
The drive up Little Cottonwood is fun and adds almost an activity to the evening in and of itself. We spent an entire evening here. I had heard that it was a good idea to make reservations. It was not neccassary. It was 8:00 on a Friday night. Maybe July is not its peak season. The staff was freindly and seemed knowledgable. The food was good if maybe a little too much spice, sweetness etc (it could have been dumbed down a smidge). They need to hire an interior decorator quick. If I am spending that kind of money than I expect an all around experience. The South western print on some of the furniture did not go with the cheap asian theme that they were trying for. Lets not forget this is a lodge. Over all I enjoyed the evening but I know of better at the same cost.
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thelma5970
July 10, 2004
The view here is spectacular - no other restaurant in Utah commands this mountain vista - sooooo - are you there for the food or the view? The sunday brunch buffet is ordinary at best - too much emphasis on sushi and "waffles" - with so-so desserts. There are much better places to spend your money if the quality of the food is your primary concern.
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peter_behle
May 17, 2002
This restaurant had excellent food, and you'll pay for it. But the best thing about this mountainn-lodge restaurant is the stunning view of the mountain. Great for a romantic meal.
read full reviewThe Details on The Aerie Restaurant
A Little Music:
Enjoy live jazz three nights a week.
Summer and Winter:
During the winter, enjoy fresh sushi in the Aerie Lounge. The lounge is sushi-less in the summertime.
Brunch Bunch:
Reservations recommended for the restaurant and for the excellent Sunday brunch, where the various stations (omelets, desserts, Belgian waffles, etc.) make it fun for both kids and adults.
Category:
Traditional American, Restaurants
Payment Methods:
Check, American Express, Carte Blanche, Cash, Visa, Discover
Restaurant Special Features:
Breakfast, Hotel Restaurants, Romantic Dining, Quiet, Brunch, View Dining, Group Dining, Live Music, Fireplace, Dine At The Bar
