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Café / Brasserie Restaurants in Alpe d’Huez — 4 of Our Favourites

Find your perfect Alpe d’Huez restaurant, shortlisted by our local experts

There's a wide range of restaurants in Alpe d'Huez to suit all tastes and budgets.

Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Alpe d'Huez Where to Eat Guide.

L'1 Pres Vue Restaurant, Alpe d'Huez

1. L'1 Pres Vue Restaurant

Location
Alpe d’Huez

Traditional French cuisine served either on the sunny terrace for afternoon dining or the comfortable cosy dining area for lunch or dinner.

Affordable lunch menus are proposed each day, with varied options available as 2 or 3 courses.

Inspirations from the lunch menu include, roasted honey pork, beef meatballs and tuna koftas. On the A La Carte menu you'll find a selection of grilled meats, classic French dishes, pizzas and charcuterie or cheese platters.

A good selection of wines is also available.

Open for lunch and dinner service.

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A hearty BBQ meal with saucy ribs, grilled corn on the cob, fries, fresh mixed greens, sliced tomatoes, red onion, and coleslaw.

2. Smithy's Tavern Restaurant

Location
Alpe d’Huez

Smithy’s Tavern is a lively dinner spot offering a mix of Tex-Mex favourites, grilled meats and generous desserts, perfect for a satisfying evening meal. Freshly made burgers are a highlight, with vegetarian options and all the classic trimmings to suit every taste. The vibrant atmosphere is enhanced by live music and DJ sets throughout the season, making it a fun and energetic place to enjoy great food, drinks and entertainment with friends or family in the heart of the resort.

Right in the centre of resort on Rue du Coulet, Smithy’s Tavern is a lively, British-run restaurant and bar that’s as popular with families as it is with seasonnaires. It’s well known for its freshly prepared burgers served every evening, with toppings ranging from classic cheese to the legendary “Fat Boy” – a towering triple stack with hash browns, onion rings, bacon and a fried egg. Veggie-friendly starters include nachos, potato wedges and Cajun mushrooms, whilst vegetarian main courses feature sweet potato and spinach quesadillas, tofu and vegetable fajitas, 'build your own' tofu and vegetable burritos and spicy been burger; you can even tickle your taste buds with homemade vegetable chilli – there really is plenty of choice.

You can choose from chunky hand-cut, skinny or sweet potato fries and the menu also includes Tex-Mex favourites, grilled meats and generous desserts. It’s a great spot for a fun evening out, with live DJs and bands on most Thursdays and a buzzing après-style atmosphere. 

Smithy’s is one of the most popular places to eat in town so booking ahead is a smart idea.

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Au Montagnard Restaurant, Alpe d'Huez style of cuisine

3. Au Montagnard Restaurant

Location
Alpe d’Huez

Tasty traditional mountain specialities in the heart of Alpe d'Huez. They have a children's menu and can seat 40 people inside with space for 30 on the sun terrace.

On the large menu there is plenty of choice with something for everyone, including a few vegetarian options - try their pierrade, fondues, raclettes, gratins,grilled meats, salads, soups or order their set menu.

You'll appreciate the friendly and quick service. The team will give you a warm welcome and look after you throughout your meal.

Booking is advisable.

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A glass with a napkin that says ' a few glasses ' on it

4. Bistro Les 2 Mules Restaurant

Location
Alpe d’Huez

The restaurant celebrates cuisines from around the world, and offers a varied and international menu. More traditional French meat and fish dishes are available, as well as dishes with Asian influences, and a good range of gourmet pizzas. The menu also makes use of local produce with some Savoyard specialities, including fondue. A children's menu is also available. In the lower part of resort, close to the Congress, you'll find this charming restaurant with a modern and stylish dining room inside, and a suntrap terrace.

Inside this restaurant, enjoy a chic dining experience on plush seating in the bright and airy dining room still. Alternatively, the sunny terrace outside is very enticing on a warmer day. Pizzas and some tapas dishes and desserts are available to order for take-away. At lunchtime, take advantage of the reasonably-priced 2-course menu, which changes daily. 

About choosing a restaurant in Alpe d'Huez

There's a wide range of restaurants in Alpe d'Huez to suit all tastes and budgets. Read our guide on all the best places to eat and where to find your favourite style of cuisine.

At lunchtime you’ll notice that most restaurants offer a well-priced plat du jour or dish of the day. It usually comes with locally sourced meat, potatoes and either a salad or seasonal vegetables.

Almost all the restaurants in the resort are child friendly, especially if you let them know in advance. Evening meals are generally served from 19:00 and if you arrive then you’ll find the atmosphere quieter than later in the night.