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From mountaintop lunches at 4,241 feet to Vermont-inspired dinners and après with live music, dining is part of every Killington day. Explore the restaurants, lodges, and bars across Killington Resort below — and discover the many KPAA member restaurants throughout the Killington Pico area.
Located inside the Killington Grand Resort Hotel, Preston’s offers a relaxed mountain dining experience rooted in Vermont flavor.
Named for Killington founder Preston L. Smith, the restaurant blends a sense of the mountain’s history with a seasonal menu that ranges from familiar comfort food to more elevated entrées. Vermont ingredients are featured throughout the menu, and Preston’s is a member of the Vermont Farm to Plate Network.
Indoor dining is available throughout the season, while the patio adds an especially scenic option during the warmer months. Preston’s serves breakfast and dinner on select days, along with bar service, takeout, and a children’s menu. Seasonal offerings and live music add another reason to check in throughout the year. Walk-ins are welcome, although online reservations are recommended.
You do not need to be staying at the Grand to enjoy Preston’s — its relaxed atmosphere works just as well for locals and visitors looking for an evening out.
Best for: Vermont-inspired dining, breakfast, dinner, après, families, date nights and convenient mountainside dining.
Dining at 4,241 feet, the Peak Lodge offers one of the most memorable views in Killington.
Perched at the summit of Killington Peak and accessed by the K-1 Express Gondola, the lodge combines a mountaintop dining experience with sweeping views of Vermont’s Green Mountains. It is a natural stop for skiers and riders in winter, and for hikers, mountain bikers, and sightseeing guests during the warmer months.
The Peak Lodge is as much about the setting as it is the food. On clear days, the expansive mountain views make it a destination in its own right, whether you are taking a break between runs or adding a summit stop to a day of exploring.
Because lodge access and dining hours vary by season, weather, gondola operations and private events, check Killington Resort’s current schedule before heading to the summit.
Best for: Scenic dining, mountain views, sightseeing, ski-day lunches, hiking and biking stops, and a quintessential Killington experience.
Quick, casual meals right at the base of the action — from food courts and coffee bars to après pubs with a view. Each lodge serves a different corner of the mountain, so pick the one closest to your day.
Convenient, casual and right in the middle of the action, Snowshed Base Lodge Dining is an easy place to refuel during a day at Killington. The Snowshed Food Court offers a range of made-to-order favorites, including salads, soups, burgers, chicken tenders and coffee, along with canned beer and cocktails. Patio seating adds an outdoor option during warmer weather.
The lodge is designed for quick, flexible dining, which makes it a good fit for families, groups and anyone looking to grab a meal without stepping too far away from the day’s activities. Killington Sports is also located inside the lodge, making Snowshed a useful stop for gear, essentials and last-minute items.
Best for: Quick meals, families, grab-and-go dining, summer adventures, bike park days and convenient base-lodge refueling.
At the heart of Killington’s mountain experience, K-1 Base Lodge is a convenient place to grab a meal, warm up and take in the views before heading back outside. The modern three-story lodge sits next to the K-1 Express Gondola. On the main level, the food court serves classic mountain favorites, including pizza, soups, salads, rice bowls, deli options and grill fare. A specialty coffee bar makes it an easy starting point for the day, while the third-floor K-1 Pub offers après drinks, live music, and expansive views across Vermont’s Green Mountains.
Outside, the lodge’s spacious patio and fire pits create a lively place to gather. During summer, the K-1 Deck BBQ & Bar opens for select events and dates, including the Cooler in the Mountains concert series.
Best for: Ski-day lunches, après, coffee, live music, families, groups and convenient slopeside dining.
Located at the base of Ramshead, this casual dining stop is especially convenient for families spending the day on some of Killington’s most approachable terrain. Ramshead Lodge Dining offers simple, easy-to-grab options including breakfast sandwiches, soups and grab-and-go fare, with additional rotating favorites available throughout the winter season.
Ramshead is also a hub for youth services, beginner and intermediate terrain, and Killington Parks, making the lodge a natural meeting point for families and groups with different plans for the day.
Killington currently lists Ramshead Lodge Dining as closed for the 2025–26 winter season, so visitors should check the Resort’s current mountain report and dining information before planning a stop.
Best for: Families, quick meals, beginner-area convenience, grab-and-go food and an easy mid-day refuel.
Set at the base of Bear Mountain with views toward Devil’s Fiddle, Bear Mountain Lodge Dining is a convenient place to refuel before heading back out for another lap. The food court offers classic mountain-day options including breakfast items, grab-and-go sandwiches and salads, along with rotating hot selections such as chili, chowder, Jamaican chicken curry with rice and beans, and other hearty favorites. On select days, the grill menu expands with options including bison burgers and local falafel.
Bear Mountain serves beginner, intermediate and advanced terrain, making the lodge a natural meeting point for groups exploring different parts of the mountain.
Dining operations are seasonal, and Killington currently lists Bear Mountain Lodge Dining as closed for the 2025–26 winter season, so visitors should check the Resort’s current dining information before planning a stop.
Best for: Quick lunches, groups, hearty lodge fare, mountain views and convenient access to Bear Mountain terrain.
Conveniently located along Route 4 at the base of the Skyeship Gondola, Skyeship Base Lodge Dining is an easy stop for a quick bite, a mid-day break or a relaxed après experience. Its location makes it especially convenient for visitors accessing Killington from the eastern side of the resort, and a useful meeting point for groups arriving from different parts of the mountain, with direct access to the gondola just steps away.
Dining operations are seasonal and tied closely to winter resort operations. Killington currently lists Skyeship Base Lodge Dining as closed for the 2025–26 winter season, with typical operations running on select weekends and peak dates, so visitors should check current resort information before planning a stop.
Best for: Quick meals, après, Route 4 access, group meetups and convenient gondola-side dining.
Ski in for island flavor, a cozy trailside yurt, or a sunny spring afternoon beside Superstar. These are the stops that make a day on the mountain feel distinctly Killington.
Bring a little island flavor to your day on the mountain. Located slopeside at the base of Needle’s Eye, the Jerk offers a distinctly different take on on-mountain dining, with Caribbean-inspired flavors and a relaxed atmosphere that has made it a favorite stop for skiers and riders. Its ski-in, ski-out location makes it easy to stop for lunch without leaving the mountain experience behind.
The restaurant first opened in 2016 and has grown into one of the resort’s most popular dining locations. Killington is planning a major expansion of the site into the new Needle’s Eye Lodge, though the restaurant is expected to continue operating during the 2026–27 winter season. As a winter-only operation, hours and access depend on mountain conditions.
Best for: Ski-in/ski-out dining, bold flavors, casual lunches, mid-mountain breaks, and a dining experience that feels uniquely Killington.
Tucked into the mountain and accessible only by ski, snowboard, or snowshoe, the Ledgewood Yurt offers one of Killington’s most distinctive dining experiences. Located trailside near Snowshed, the Yurt is designed to feel like a true mid-mountain escape — ski in for lunch, warm up between runs, and enjoy a meal in a cozy setting.
The Ledgewood Yurt was completely rebuilt for the 2025–26 winter season. Visitors can reach it from either the Northbrook Trail off Snowshed Slope or the newer Ledgewood Yurt Trail from High Road.
Reservations are highly recommended, and lift access or an uphill travel pass is required. Because the Yurt is a winter-only, weather-dependent operation, check current mountain conditions and hours before heading out.
Best for: Unique on-mountain dining, memorable lunches, ski-in/ski-out experiences, and a cozy winter atmosphere.
Set beside one of Killington’s most iconic trails, the Superstar Umbrella Bar is a lively slopeside stop for drinks, snacks and mountain views. Located near the base of Superstar, the bar has long been a favorite gathering place during Killington’s legendary spring season. Grab a beer or cocktail, settle in outside, and take in the energy of skiers and riders making late-season laps nearby.
Killington recently completed an upgraded Superstar Umbrella Bar as part of its ongoing resort improvements. Operations are seasonal and weather dependent.
Best for: Spring skiing, après, casual drinks, outdoor seating, mountain views and soaking up the Superstar atmosphere.
Coffee on the way out the door, a drink on the deck after golf or biking, or comfort food and Vermont beer once the lifts stop — these spots keep things easy.
Located inside the Killington Grand Resort Hotel and open to the public, the Grand Café serves Starbucks coffee alongside fresh pastries, hot cinnamon rolls, sandwiches, salads, cold beverages, and other grab-and-go fare.
The café also carries Vermont gifts and Killington and Pico logowear. Beer, wine, and cider are available as well, along with an on-site 802Spirits outpost. Hours can change with the season and special events.
Best for: Coffee, quick breakfasts, grab-and-go lunch, snacks, Vermont gifts, and convenient provisions.
Set beside the Killington Golf Course with panoramic views across the Killington basin, the Clubhouse Grill is an easygoing spot for lunch, drinks and a casual bite. During the warmer months it serves as Killington’s classic 19th hole, with indoor seating and a scenic outdoor deck. The menu features appetizers, salads, and sandwiches, along with beer, wine, and specialty drinks — no tee time needed.
In winter, the experience shifts indoors with hearty comfort food, warm snacks, and drinks, and its location near the Killington Tubing Park makes it a convenient stop to warm up. Operations are seasonal and weather dependent.
Best for: Casual dining, après-golf, outdoor deck seating, mountain views, families, and an easy post-adventure meal.
Located next to Snowshed Lodge in the heart of Killington’s summer activity area, the Umbrella Bar is a casual outdoor stop for cold beer, cocktails, and light fare with views toward Killington Peak. It is especially convenient for visitors spending the day at the Bike Park or Adventure Center.
The open-air deck and relaxed atmosphere make it a natural gathering place on warm afternoons, with live music on select dates. Operations are seasonal and weather dependent.
Best for: Après-bike drinks, casual outdoor seating, live music, scenic views, and a relaxed summer afternoon.
Located on the third floor of Snowshed Base Lodge, Snowshed Pub is a relaxed spot for hearty food, Vermont beer and après with a view. The menu leans into mountain comfort food, with options such as chili, chowder, salads, wings and warm pretzels, paired with a rotating selection of draft beer that highlights familiar Vermont favorites.
On weekends, après appetizers and live music add to the laid-back atmosphere, while large windows and an elevated setting provide sweeping views from Snowshed Base Lodge.
The pub is seasonal and is currently listed as closed for the 2025–26 winter season, so visitors should check Killington Resort’s latest dining and operating information before planning a stop.
Best for: Après, casual lunches, Vermont beer, comfort food, live music and gathering with friends.
Resort dining is seasonal, and hours change with weather, lift operations, and private events. Check Killington Resort’s current dining schedule before you go — and explore KPAA member restaurants for even more places to eat across the Killington Pico area.
