Winter is right around the corner, and in Stowe at our boutique hotel Field Guide, we are gearing up for another great ski season. The Farmers' Almanac is predicting a cold, snowy winter in New England, and up on the mountain, skiers and snowboarders are pumped. From snowshoeing and cross-country skiing to downhill at Stowe Mountain Resort, Stowe has many ways to get out and enjoy the fresh powder, making it a top destination in New England for snow bunnies. Then there's that après scene—Stowe may seem quaint and quiet, but the nightlife can be quite lively. Take your rosy cheeks and cold fingers to one of these hot après ski restaurants in Stowe for some refreshments and warmth after a day on the mountain.
The Matterhorn | 4969 Mountain Rd, Stowe | (802) 253-8198
You can practically ski right into The Matterhorn at the bottom of Mountain Road (in fact, Bruce Trail, an old ski run leads right to it for those in the know). This bar/restaurant has a different vibe for every time of day with families during the day and late-night revelers near closing time. But après ski is the best time, with a jovial mix of locals and tourists, all happy from a day spent on the mountain. Order up cheap PBR, sushi, and pub grub staples.
Piecasso | 1899 Mountain Rd, Stowe | (802) 253-4411
We think pizza is the perfect apres ski food, especially if it's cheap. Piecasso serves up great thin crust pizza at reasonable prices. With ski movie nights on Thursdays and live music on the weekends, Piecasso is a nice place to head to when you don't have the energy for a fancy meal. Plus, carb loading is practically required after a strenuous day of skiing.
Après Only | 433 Mountain Rd, Stowe | (802) 253-8088
We'd be remiss if we didn't mention our own on-site restaurant Après Only at Field Guide. Kick off your boots and join the crew laughing around the fire. You're guaranteed to run into a friend or make a new one. Local beer, wine, whiskey, and plenty of snacks make the rounds. When you have stories of the day's adventure (or mis-adventure) to tell and drinks to share, we'll see you there.
