The 18 Essential Restaurants in Vail, Colorado

"One of three Colorado locations (along with Aspen and Denver) of the famed LA-based Matsuhisa empire shows off sushi at its finest from renowned Japanese chef Nobu Matsuhisa. The high-ceilinged hot spot offers a panoramic view of Vail Mountain and a patio (if it’s warm enough) inside the Solaris complex. For the ultimate dining experience, let the chef be your guide through the omakase menu — especially if that chef is Matushisa himself on one of the coveted “Nobu in Town” nights during the high season, when the master himself is behind the bar crafting signature dishes, schmoozing with guests, and signing cookbooks." - Katie Shapiro