It’s the most wonderful time of the year with PCARA

Stein Eriksen Lodge's Gingerbread house-style firetruck. Photo: Stein Eriksen Lodge

PARK CITY, Utah —Park City Area Restaurant Association (PCARA) members invite guests to celebrate holiday traditions with an unforgettable meal. Restaurants welcome guests into their dining rooms this season to savor multi-course meals, lavish buffets, and indulgent seasonal menus to toast a magical Christmas and a happy New Year.

“With so many of our members offering exceptional dining experiences this season, locals and visitors can leave the cooking to Park City area restaurants for the holidays,” said Park City Area Restaurant Association executive director Ginger Wicks. “Guests are encouraged to make their plans and reservations as soon as possible to secure their seats for the perfect holiday celebration.”

Visit parkcityrestaurants.com for the most up-to-date information on holiday specials and closures. Current offerings and holiday hours include:

350 Main

New Year’s Eve 

Indulge in a 4-course dinner on New Year’s Eve. Get started with a choice of king oyster mushrooms, tuna tataki, Dungeness crab cake, or pan-seared foie gras before moving on to French onion soup or a selection of salad. Main dishes include Indonesian rice noodles, Utah mountain red trout, Maine lobster risotto, Mary’s airline chicken breast, beef tenderloin, and braised lamb shank. Finish with a selection of house-made desserts. First seating begins at 5 p.m. ($150 per person), and second seating begins at 7:30 p.m. ($250 per person). Entertainment will take place from 9 p.m. – midnight.

Courchevel Bistro

Christmas Eve

Spend Christmas Eve celebrating the cherished French tradition of Le Réveillon de Noël with a family-style meal from 5 – 9 p.m. $100 for ages 13+, $45 for ages 4 – 12. Reservations are available at OpenTable.

Courchevel Bistro will be open through Hannukah and New Year’s Eve, Wednesday – Sunday, 5 – 9 p.m.

Deer Valley Resort

Build Your Board

Saturday, Dec. 9 – Sunday, Dec. 10 | 3:30 – 5 p.m.

It’s a board bonanza that’s all about delicious indulgence! Create cheese, charcuterie, antipasto, and dessert boards that are pure eye candy. Unleash your inner artist and build boards that are as delightful to look at as they are to devour! $55 per ticket. Reservations available here.

Gingerbread House Decorating

Daily from Friday, Dec. 15 – Sunday, Dec. 24 | 3:30 – 5 p.m.

Join Deer Valley’s pastry pros for a festive time decorating your own gingerbread house. With a cup of hot cocoa, you’ll bring your gingerbread dreams to life with various frostings, candies, confections, and cheer. $72 per guest, one gingerbread house per guest. Reservations available here.

Deer Valley Café

Deer Valley invites you to savor the season’s magic with our holiday menu, with succulent braised short ribs, creamy smashed potatoes, and roasted Brussels sprouts. Pair your meal with pies, cookies, and a delectable carrot cake. To place an order, please call us at 435-615-2400 or order online at deervalley.com.

Drafts Burger Bar

Open daily throughout the holidays, 7:30 – 11 a.m. (breakfast menu) and 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. (lunch and dinner menus).

The Eating Establishment

Open for business as usual, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. daily.

Edge Steakhouse

Open daily throughout the holidays, 5:30 – 10 p.m. Reservations are strongly encouraged and are available on OpenTable.

The Goldener Hirsch Inn

Christmas Eve & Christmas Day at The Goldener Hirsch Restaurant

Gather with loved ones for a festive feast in the charming, storied Inn. Indulge in a 3-course, prix-fixe holiday menu curated by the award-winning culinary team. Celebrate amid candlelight with special holiday pairings and delectable dessert. $145 per person.

Christmas Eve Dinner: 5 – 9 p.m.

Christmas Dinner: 5 – 9 p.m.

Reservations are available on OpenTable.

New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day at The Goldener Hirsch Restaurant

Ring in the new year with a festive fête in The Goldener Hirsch Restaurant. Raise a glass to new beginnings with loved ones and enjoy a delectable 7-course, prix-fixe menu featuring an array of alpine holiday favorites with a modern flair—$ 195 per person.

New Year’s Eve Dinner: 5 – 9 p.m.

New Year’s Day Dinner: 5 – 9 p.m.

Reservations are available on OpenTable.

Holidays at The Kitz

Open 6:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. 

Hill’s Kitchen

Pick up Christmas Eve dinner for 8 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., including beef tenderloin, crusted salmon with chimichurri, shrimp cocktail, green bean casserole, and sweet potato puree ($345). Add on ample sides of truffle mac & cheese, cheddar biscuits, honey glazed baby carrots, deviled eggs, Caesar salad with smoked trout, and sweet treats including cinnamon rolls, ice cream, chocolate decadence with raspberry vanilla sauce, sticky toffee bundt cake, and apple pie. All orders come fully cooked with reheating instructions. Place an order at 435-800-2870 or hills-kitchen.com.

Grub Steak

Enjoy New Year’s Eve dinner with a choice of wild rice and mushroom soup or a Caesar or house salad, roasted strip loin or certified Angus beef and jumbo king crab leg, choice of potato, and a dessert selection from the homemade dessert tray—$ 125.75 per person. Reservations are available on Resy.

Montage Deer Valley

Breakfast with Santa

Dec. 3, Dec. 10, Dec. 17

8 – 10:30 a.m.

Partake in a delightful morning with Santa over a festive breakfast buffet. Children ages 3-14 are invited to have a magical time decorating their own gingerbread house. Indulge your young ones in an enchanting Candy Land experience, where they shall delight in the opportunity to personally handpick an exquisite array of delectable confections throughout their visit.

Reservations are required 48 hours in advance, with limited availability—$ 50 per person for ages three and up. Fee will include breakfast with Santa and gingerbread house decorating. Children 3 and under are complimentary. Additional gingerbread houses available for $30 per house. All ages are welcome.

Alpenglobe Dining

Savor a private dining experience unlike any other in our Alpenglobes. Enjoy a unique mountain-inspired menu while immersed in the gorgeous alpine oasis of Deer Valley. Take in the stunning winter surroundings from the comfort of our temperature-controlled enclaves. Each globe accommodates up to 6 guests, making it the perfect setting for a romantic evening or a Montage Memory with the whole family—limited availability. Reservations, required in advance, can be made by calling (435) 604-1402.

Rental fees: Breakfast: $125 Lunch: $200 Dinner: $350. Subject to food and beverage minimums. 

Powder Restaurant

Partake in the festive Christmas menu by starting with a chive potato latke and heading into the first course of scallops, root vegetable salad, and foie gras torchon. The second course brings confit of duck leg, smoked Wagyu short rib, black cod, and charred roasted cauliflower. Top it off with Hukambi chocolate mousse, gluten-free angel food cake, or white chocolate semifreddo—$ 135 per person. Call 435-647-5566 or visit Open Table for reservations.

The Spur Bar & Grill

Closed Christmas Day

Star Bar |  Big Dipper

Plan a holiday party with Star Bar or Big Dipper and enjoy lunch menus at $20 per person with free delivery for orders of 25 or more. Take advantage of discounted rates for private spaces through Friday, Dec. 15.

Stein Eriksen Lodge

Christmas Eve at The Glitretind

The Glitretind will offer a special prix-fixe menu and wine pairing with seatings beginning at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.  A children’s menu will also be available. $235 for adults, $50 for kids 5-12. Limited selections will also be offered at Troll Hallen. Reservations open Friday, Dec. 1.

Christmas Day at The Glitretind

Indulge in the traditional Christmas Day buffet from 11 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. and 5 – 7:30 p.m., which is $185 for adults and $50 for kids 5-12. The full Troll Hallen menu will also be available in the Troll Hallen Lounge.

New Year’s Eve at The Glitretind

Close out the year with a special prix-fixe dinner, including a band, dancing, and festive décor. The first seating at 5:30 p.m. features a 5-course and special kid’s menu. $275 for adults, $55 for kids 5-12. The second seating at 8:30 p.m. offers the 5-course (no kids) menu. $300 for adults only.

New Year’s Day at The Glitretind

What better way to start 2024 than with Stein Eriksen Lodge’s Sunday brunch buffet? Reservations for the lavish spread, including several New Year’s specialties, will be available from 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. $100 for adults, $50 for kids 5-12.

Sterling Steak & Lounge

Enjoy the annual Christmas dinner from 3 – 9 p.m., which is $69 for adults. Book online or call 435-800-2884 for reservations.