Few dishes deliver comfort quite like a steaming bowl of ramen, where flavorful broth, tender noodles and carefully selected toppings come together in one satisfying meal. Across the Vail Valley, diners can explore Japanese-inspired noodle soups ranging from rich pork-based preparations to spicy miso variations, vegetable broths and creative interpretations of this beloved dish. The Best of Vail Valley recognizes restaurants that contribute to the region's diverse dining scene through distinctive flavors and memorable noodle dishes.
Glo Ramen and Sushi brings Japanese-inspired comfort food to Avanti Food & Beverage in Vail, specializing in ramen bowls, hand rolls and savory small plates. Its Tonkotsu Ramen combines pork broth, chashu pork, black garlic oil, bamboo shoots and narutomaki, while the Spicy Miso features chili-pork broth, ground pork and chili flakes. Diners can also choose Shio Ramen with ginger chicken, Shoyu Ramen with marinated mushrooms and bok choy or Spicy Mushroom Ramen with a vegetable-based broth. Each traditional ramen bowl includes green onions, bean sprouts, an onsen egg and crispy shallots, while the brothless Kimchi Pork Mazemen offers a different noodle experience.
Lily Sushi & Ramen in Avon brings together two recognizable Japanese culinary traditions, offering a dining concept centered on sushi and noodle dishes. Ramen provides a warming alternative to the restaurant's sushi selections, appealing to diners seeking a hearty meal after spending time outdoors. The combination of sushi and ramen gives guests opportunities to explore different flavors and textures within the same dining experience. Its Avon location adds another option for Japanese-inspired food in the Vail Valley.
Westside Cafe has served American comfort food in West Vail since 2002, including its Ramen Bowl, which features teriyaki chicken, scallions, mushroom, pickled veggies, sunny side up egg, savory beef broth and ramen noodles. It's also available with short rib.
Craftsman Brew Co. in Edwards combines creative comfort food with house-brewed beer, building on its beginnings as a sandwich shop in 2017. The kitchen emphasizes bold flavors through dishes such as its Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich, Green Chile Philly and specialty burgers.
The Rose in Edwards offers a neighborhood dining experience with a culinary identity that extends beyond a single regional tradition. The menu features its Rose Ramen with miso bone broth, pork belly, soft boiled egg, basil, ginger, scallion and sriracha. The Rose gives diners another place to explore creative food and gather over a casual meal.
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