Scenes from the Deer Valley Mountain Beer Festival on September 16, 2023. Photo: TownLift // Randi Sidman-Moore

PARK CITY, Utah — As summer draws to a close, Park City’s restaurants are gearing up to celebrate Labor Day weekend with enticing specials and events. The Park City Area Restaurant Association (PCARA) has announced various offerings to mark the holiday and welcome the arrival of fall. From mountain cookouts to specially priced burgers, local eateries provide residents and visitors with delicious ways to enjoy the long weekend.

“Summer has simply flown by, but our dining community is embracing the changing seasons with weekday specials, al fresco dining with live music, and plenty of excuses to continue to support your favorite restaurant or dare to try something new,” Park City Area Restaurant Association Executive Director Ginger Wicks said. “Cheers to a restful Labor Day weekend and the autumn season ahead. What a delicious summer it’s been.”

Special events and offers throughout September include:

Labor Day Weekend Specials

Goldener Hirsch Inn at Deer Valley
Labor Day Weekend Cookout
Sunday, Sept. 1 | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Gather for a festive celebration featuring live tunes on the sun-drenched patio. Executive Chef Senthil has curated a prix-fixe menu featuring perfectly smoked meats and barbecue favorites with a modern Bavarian twist. $75 for adults, $35 for kids 12 and under. Reservations available here.

Escala Provisions Company at Hyatt Centric Park City
Monday, Sept. 2
Join Hyatt Centric Park City for a Labor Day Burger & Draft Beer Special. Devour a Double Smash Brisket Burger with cheese, Centric special sauce, caramelized onions, sliced tomato, and romaine on a Stone Ground Bakery ciabatta bun and pair it with any draft for the price of $17.76.

September Specials

Alpine Distilling
Sip from a brand new cocktail menu rolling out this month while enjoying live music on Thursdays, 6:45 – 9:45 p.m.

Boneyard Saloon
Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays through Sept. 14 | 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Kick back with the Rooftop Live Music Series with live music three nights a week on the rooftop patio. Visit here for the full lineup.

Butcher’s Chophouse & Bar
Enjoy après with half off all appetizers from 4 – 6 p.m. daily.

Courchevel Bistro
Tuesdays: Prix-fixe menu of French onion soup, moules frites, and crème brûlée for $45
Wednesdays: Dozen oysters for $26
Thursdays: Free corkage and $10 9 oz. carafes of house wine

Cuisine Unlimited
Take advantage of the End of Summer Sale with 10% off all summer menu items through Sept. 22.

Deer Valley Resort
15% off Large Parties this Winter
This winter, elevate your dining experience at Deer Valley with an exclusive offer for large parties. Enjoy 15% off when you book a table for 10 to 20 guests at Deer Valley’s evening restaurants by Tuesday, Oct. 15. Private room rental fees for groups of 21 or more will also be waved. Book here.

Creative Academy
High Altitude Baking: Devil’s Food Cake
Sunday, Sept. 1 | 3:30 – 5 p.m.
Learn the techniques and adjustments necessary to conquer the challenges of baking at altitude. Expert instructors will guide you through the process of making Devil Food Cake, ensuring your creations rise to perfection every time. Session is held at the Deer Valley Plaza Building.

Mountain Brews & Tunes
Saturdays through Sept. 7 | noon – 2:30 p.m.
Ride up Sterling Express chairlift and join us for scenic afternoon celebrations atop Deer Valley’s Bald Mountain at Snowshoe Tommy’s. Enjoy a variety of beer partners, live entertainment, take-away fare with à la carte pricing, and stunning mountaintop views. An all-area, full-day scenic or bike lift ticket is required to ride the Sterling Express chairlift to access the event.

Live Music at Silver Lake
Saturdays & Sundays through Sept. 8
Relax on the Silver Lake lawn with live music, delicious food trucks, local brews, scenic hiking trails, and unforgettable family-friendly fun.
Sunday, Sept. 1 – Nate Robinson
Sunday, Sept. 7 – Lumberjack Fabulous

Deer Valley Mountain Beer Festival
Saturday, Sept. 14 & Sunday, Sept. 15 | noon – 5 p.m.
This beer festival includes chairlift access throughout the resort, outdoor dining, live music, and family-friendly activities. Please note that the venue can only be accessed by a chairlift ride on Silver Lake Express, and all parking and check in will be at Snow Park Lodge. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample beer flavors and styles, including full-strength selections. Don’t miss this celebration of Utah’s brewing culture amidst DeerValley’s mountains. Tickets on sale now!

Este Pizza Box Concert Series
Fridays & Saturdays | 6 – 9 p.m.
The family-friendly Este Pizza Box Concert Series features seasonal pizza specials, including the famous peach pizza, vegan and gluten-free options, and a variety of talented local musicians on the beautiful patio. In case of inclement weather, music will continue indoors. The series will run every Friday and Saturday through September.

Flanagan’s on Main
Enjoy Thursday Locals Night in the basement, darts, shuffleboard, food, and drinks specials. Friday night DJ sets begin at 9 p.m., and Saturday night karaoke kicks off at 9 p.m. weekly.

Goldener Hirsch Inn at Deer Valley
Alpine Après
Daily | 3 – 5 p.m.
After an exhilarating day on the trails, bask in the abundant sunshine on the patio of the charming Austrian-inspired chalet. Savor gourmet modern alpine cuisine sourcing local ingredients, handcrafted artisanal cocktails, and colorful mocktails. Live music and
complimentary bites enhance the scene every Friday and Saturday.

Fondue for Two
Saturdays & Sundays | 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Savor Goldener Hirsch’s signature Fondue for Two with preferred pricing during weekend lunch hours.

Hearth and Hill
Mondays – Thursdays
Indulge in 3-course lunch specials for $20. Menus change daily, including the H and H Burger (Mondays), Tacos (Tuesdays), Hot Chicken Sandwich (Wednesdays), and Roasted Chicken Sandwich (Thursdays). Each special begins with a delicious starter and ends with a Hill’s Kitchen Cookie.

LOMA
Dinner Nightly | 4 p.m.
Brunch Saturdays & Sundays | 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Co-owners Adam and Meisha Ross of Twisted Fern welcome guests to LOMA, a new modern Italian restaurant on Lower Main Street. The casual, upscale eatery features housemade pasta, seasonal specialties, and wood-fired pizzas, among other Italian
favorites, with a Mediterranean influence. Elevated weekend brunch favorites include Italian Eggs, Fried Saganaki & Egg Sando, Breakfast Gyro, Bananas Foster Bread Pudding French Toast, and Turkish Breakfast for Two. Reservations available on Open Table.

Montage Deer Valley
Sunday Brunch
Sundays | 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Kick off the week with the ultimate delight at Apex’s Sunday Brunch. Classic favorites and innovative culinary creations abound, ranging from butter poached lobster toast to a savory Monte Cristo. For reservations, contact Apex at (435) 604-1401.

Meet Our Sommelier
Wednesday, Sept. 18 | 5 – 7 p.m.
Join this exclusive wine class and meet a seasoned sommelier, savor a selection of gourmet canapes, and indulge in wines. The intimate event will be both educational and delightful, perfect for wine enthusiasts looking to deepen their knowledge and enjoy a memorable evening. $85 per person. Reservations are required by calling (435) 604-1300.

Taste of Montage
Saturday, Sept. 21 | 2 – 5 p.m.
Embark on a culinary journey through six Montage restaurants with an open bar offering an array of beverages, including wine tastings. Enjoy an evening of gourmet delights and libations to delight the senses. $55 per person. Reservations are required by calling (435) 604-1300.

Palomino Weekend Brunch
Saturdays & Sundays | 11:30 a.m.
Ample drink specials include mimosa platters, Bloody Mary boards, and the refreshing watermelon margarita, alongside brunch selections of buttermilk biscuits with house-made sausage gravy, lobster crackers featuring Maine lobster salad and fried Saltines, eggs Benedict, brioche French toast, and a variety of savory sliders.

Stein Eriksen Lodge Sunday Brunch
Sundays | 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Indulge in The Glitretind’s famous Sunday Brunch featuring a carving station, hot entrees, a variety of salads and starches, shrimp, sushi, crab claws, salmon, fresh fruit, fresh crêpes station, omelet station, and house-made pastries. $72 Adults, $25 kids 5 – 12 years old. Reservations are available on RESY.

Sterling Steak and Lounge
Savor a $99 for Two for dine in or take out, including one 18oz rib eye, two garlic mashed potatoes, two asparagus, two house salads, and two servings of crème brûlée. Call (435) 800-2884 to place an order.

Top of Main Brew Pub
Monday – Friday | 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Savor a weekday Happy Hour pizza special with all pizzas for $9.

tupelo
Sunday Brunch
Sunday, Sept. 1 | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Enjoy the last brunch of the season with locally sourced salads and starters of Steak Tartare and Ham Croquettes pair perfectly with the signature cocktail menu. Enjoy elevated Southern dishes of Tupelo Fried Chicken & Biscuit, Sausage & Grits, and Shrimp & Grits, along with savory Lobster Omelets, Rocky Mountain Elk Bolognese, and crispy French toast with honey-roasted peaches and peanut brittle indoors or on the dog-friendly patio. Reservations are available on RESY.

Classics Menu
Everyone loves a throwback, so tupelo will be reintroducing three Tupelo Classics to their menu each week this season. To kick off the revival, tupelo will be featuring the following classics, which will be featured at PCARA’s James Beard Foundation Events in NYC later this month:
– Compressed Green River Melon, Pickled Rind, Gold Creek Feta, Basil, Mint
– Spiced Utah Elk Carpaccio, Cold Smoked Heirloom Tomatoes, Miso, Pumpernickel, Benne Seeds
-“Beef & Barley” (entree), Mishima Farms Wagyu Strip, Braised Cheeks, Roasted Garlic, Swiss Chard

James Beard Foundation Events at NYC’s Platform
Thursday, Sept. 26 – Sunday, Sept. 29
Tickets are available now for exclusive dining events at Platform by the James Beard Foundation in New York City. Brunch, lunch, dinner, and cocktail events will feature Riverhorse Executive Chef Seth Adams, Alpine Distilling Master Distiller Sara Sergent, High West Executive Chef Michael Showers, Courchevel Bistro Executive Chef Clement Gelas, tupelo Executive Chef Matthew Harris, and Stein Eriksen Lodge Vice President of Food & Beverage Operations, Corporate Chef Zane Holmquist. Tickets are available here.