The most glamorous part of skiing in Switzerland might just be what happens after you take off your skis. Après-ski is a French term that translates to “after ski” or “after skiing.” And it’s glorious.
Après-ski has been around since at least the 1950s. Despite its fancy French name, après-ski is a casual affair. There’s no official time, agenda or dress code. Après-ski can include spa time, long-leisurely meals, or cozy evenings by a fireplace.
In St. Moritz, a southern Alpine town in the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland, après-ski is all about spa time, fresh pasta and memorable mountainside meals with epic views. I may be a new skier, but that’s my kind of après-ski. If it’s yours as well, these are the best places to check out in this glamorous Swiss city.
Langosteria
Après-ski, but make it Italian and put it steps away from the slopes and ski lifts. Langosteria is Italian fine dining with a menu inspired by one of my favorite places, the Amalfi Coast.
Langosteria is stylish and offers a collection of Moncler puffers on loan to guests dining on the patio. It brings an authentic taste of Italy to St. Moritz with a menu heavy on lobster and fresh fish, which makes sense for a restaurant from Enrico Buonocore, nicknamed Milan’s king of seafood. Still, the team created an excellent multi-course vegetarian tasting menu for me including this memorable eggplant parmigiana, one of the best I’ve ever had.
My meal started with a seasonal vegetable tempura and yellow tomato gazpacho. There was also a fresh linguine course with artichokes, olives, capers and pecorino. In true Italian form, the meal ended with a selection of cannoncino and Tiramisu. From the food and views to the wine and dessert, this is one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had.
Address: Via Salastrains, 10, Corviglia Ski Resort
Phone: +41 81 833 31 31
Website: https://www.langosteria.com/en/langosteria-st-moritz
Trutz
Trutz provides a different but equally stunning après-ski experience, and getting to this mountainside restaurant is half the adventure. Bring your ski pass for the ride up the Suvretta ski lift to this rustic mountainside restaurant that specializes in regional comfort food.
The menu is Swiss with hints of Italy and Germany and a variety of daily specials. There are a few vegetarian options on the menu, and I chose what my server recommended – a fresh truffle linguini. Trutz feels a little bit like a high-end German beer hall but with pasta that tastes like Italy. It’s a uniquely Swiss experience.
Address: Suvretta House, St. Moritz, Switzerland
Phone: +41 81 833 70 30
Website: https://suvrettahouse.ch/gastronomie/bergrestaurants/
Dal Mulin
Dal Mulin is an excellent option for a casual dinner after an afternoon at the spa, and it may be the coziest restaurant in St. Moritz. Dal Mulin has an intimate feel, an interesting art collection and a hearty menu. The restaurant, like many places in the city, is dog-friendly. Seeing so many people dining with their dogs makes it feel more like a hidden local gem than the Michelin Bib Gourmand winner it is.
I had a delicious tomato tart and pumpkin gnocchi but the true standout at this meal was dessert—the Kaiserschmarren, a crepe-like pancake made from sweet batter, fried in butter and served with ice cream.
Address: Plazza dal Mulin 4, 7500 St. Moritz, Switzerland
Phone: +41 81 833 33 66
Website: https://www.dalmulin.ch
Kulm Country Club
Stop here for a cocktail at the very least or a lap around the ice rink if you’re still feeling ambitious after a day on the slopes. Most cocktails are finished at the table and watching these mixologists at work is like watching an artist create a masterpiece. There’s a creative non-alcoholic cocktail menu, and the bar snacks—even the simplest ones— are next level.
I love the old Olympic memorabilia, especially the figure skater photographs and the old sleds on the walls. If you’re looking for a place for dinner, sticking around is an excellent option.
The restaurant menu is Italian-Mediterranean and features locally sourced ingredients. I had a homemade truffle ravioli in a parmesan cream sauce with a pistachio crumble. It’s one of those meals I’d go back for. For dessert, try the crème brûlée with almond brittle.
Address: Via Maistra 41, 7500 San Maurizio, Switzerland
Phone: +41 81 836 82 60
Website: https://www.kulm.com/en/culinary-art/bars-lobby/kulm-country-club-bar/
Where to Spa
The best place to start is your hotel. I stayed at the Kulm St. Moritz, where the spa is perfect for experiencing alpenglow, the time in the late afternoon when a setting sun casts its glow over the mountains.
My favorite spot at Kulm hotel spa is the outdoor heated pool, though you’ll also find an indoor pool, whirlpool, saltwater grotto, children’s pool and a collection of saunas and steam rooms on site. If you’re not staying at the hotel, you can book a day pass for spa access.
Another dreamy option is Badrutt’s Palace, a historic luxury hotel where the spa features an indoor infinity pool, a heated outdoor pool and Alpine views. If you’re looking to splurge on a massage or facial at this iconic hotel, prepare yourself. Services are expensive even by fancy spa standards.
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