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Resort Dining

Groups enjoys divine meal at Dante's

Enjoy a range of cuisine from the variety of restaurants and bars at Purgatory Resort. Find convenient hearty breakfast options, lunch and dinner menus of gourmet burgers, fresh salads, grilled sandwiches, pizzas, and artisan ice cream, as well as steaks, fish and more. Purgatory Resort’s restaurants offer something delicious for everyone!

Village Dining – Base Area

Purgy’s Slopeside Restaurant

Winter Hours

Lunch: 11 AM – 4 PM
Après: 4 PM – 6 PM
Dinner: 5 PM – 9PM

*Please note lunch seating is limited to online orders. We do not offer reservations or long-term seating for these hours.

Situated at the base of the Purgatory Village Express (Lift 1), Purgy’s Slopeside Restaurant offers a gastropub experience in a mountain setting. At lunch, enjoy classic resort fare: burgers and sandwiches, Purgatory’s signature beef chili, baked potatoes, salads, and more. After a long day on the slopes, join us for Aprés Hour with light bites and cocktails. Each evening, Purgy’s dishes up hand trimmed steaks and mountain inspired entrees alongside a curated wine selection.

The Bear Bar

Winter Hours: 11 AM – 4 PM

Take in the San Juan sunshine in a red adirondak chair on Purgatory’s famous “Ski Beach.” Live music on select days. Located slopeside at the base of Purgatory Village Express (Lift 1).

Paradise Pizzeria

Paradise Pizzeria will open on Friday, December 19th. See you soon!

Winter Hours: 11 AM – 8 PM

Paradise Pizza is located in the main Village Plaza next to Purgatory Sports, across from the ticket office. With an Italian menu featuring Pizza, Pasta, Salads and more, this is an easy stop to please the whole family any time of day. They host a full service bar with beer on tap, as well as an ice creamery for that sweet treat to end your day right.

Village Market & Deli

Winter Hours: 8 AM – 4 PM Daily

Start your day off right with a house-made breakfast burrito or sandwich, pastry, or coffee. At lunch, Village Market and Deli offers a selection of deli sandwiches, soups, and snacks. The market is stocked with grab n’ go selections, home essentials, personal care items, and other sundries for your stay. Located in Village Plaza’s Kendall building.

The Waffle Cabin

December 13th and 14th
Daily Operations December 19th through March 20th
Saturday/Sunday March 21st through April 5th

Winter Hours: 10 AM – 4 PM

Located slopeside at the Village Base Area near Twilight Lift (Lift 4), The Waffle Cabin serves Belgian Liège (sugar) waffles with a variety of toppings and a selection of warm beverages including hot chocolate and hot apple cider.

Weather at the mountain may change hours of operation.

On Mountain – Winter Only

The Powderhouse


Come join us at our classic mountain bar, featuring a cafe menu and the Powderhouse Deck Grill! Accessible via Lift 1, Purgatory Express, and Lift 2, Engineer.

Powderhouse Bar Hours:
11 AM – 3 PM
Powderhouse Cafe Hours:

11 AM – 2 PM

Dante’s Lodge

Scheduled to open December 20th

Located atop Purgatory’s backside, Dante’s Lodge Café offers spectacular views of the San Juans and a variety of lunch options. The main level features a noodle bar, fresh-mex station, grill station, and handcrafted espresso beverages. Visit Dante’s fuel your ski adventure and maximize your time on the snow.

Access Dante’s via Joan’s Jubilee by riding Legends Lift 8 or via the midway unload station on Grizzly Lift 5.

Backside Bistro

Scheduled to open December 20th.

Perched on Purgatory’s Backside with magnificent views of the beautiful San Juan mountain range, Backside Bistro offers fine dining at 10,000+ feet. European alpine classics such as Wiener Schnitzel, Parisian Steak Frites, and French Onion Soup are complemented by an all-European wine selection. Reservations are recommended.

Located in Dante’s Lodge. Accessible via Lift 8, Legends Express, by taking Green Trail BD&M to Easy Blue trail Joan’s Jubilee. Also accessible via Lift 5, Grizzly Lift, by unloading at the Midway Station located directly at Dante’s Lodge and The Backside Bistro.

Hoody’s Breakfast Buffet

Breakfast Buffet

Now offering complimentary breakfast for lodging guests

Fuel your day on the mountain effortlessly! Dive into a buffet stacked with sizzling bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs, fresh fruit, warm pastries, and a selection of signature Purgatory favorites. Start your day of mountain adventures off the right way.

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