Elevated Flavor, Grounded at Gravity Haus Vail

Vail may be known for its storied dining traditions, but at Gravity Haus Vail, the culinary experience is anything but expected. Here, two distinct yet harmonious concepts — Slope Room and Unravel Café — blend bold creativity, nourishing ingredients and approachable hospitality to create a food-and-beverage program as dynamic as the mountain town itself.

Slope Room, the boutique hotel’s signature restaurant, sets the tone with its sultry-meets-sophisticated design and a menu rooted in modern alpine fare. Step inside, and you’re greeted by an atmosphere that’s at once polished and playful: indigo velvet banquettes, a right-angle bar perfect for après conversations and dramatic photography by David Yarrow that reimagines Wild West folklore through a dreamlike lens. It’s the kind of place that feels both worldly and local, with a warm invitation to linger a little longer.

At the heart of it all is Executive Chef Taylor Frankel, whose decade-long career in Vail has shaped her refined yet approachable style. “I listen to what the body wants this time of year — comfort, color and balance,” says Frankel. “The menu leans into Rocky Mountain ingredients with modern creativity, and portions are always generous so no one leaves hungry.”

That philosophy comes to life in every detail, from the locally sourced Niman Ranch short rib with pea puree, ginger-porcini jus and English peas, to the veggie-loving cauliflower barbacoa with mushrooms, salsa matcha and coconut poblano creme. Slope Room’s contemporary alpine cuisine celebrates bold flavors and comforting textures — where stone fruit meets burrata, jalapeño brightens hamachi crudo and each dish tells a story of the season.

Dining at Gravity Haus Vail extends into the adjacent café, where Unravel anchors the space’s morning-to-afternoon energy. The cozy coffee spot serves as a hub for locals and travelers alike, offering ethically sourced coffee roasted in small batches and a menu of nourishing fare designed to fuel adventure-filled days. “Both outlets are striving to offer healthy, filling food — whether you’re stopping in for coffee or sitting down with friends for an unforgettable meal,” Frankel explains. “We serve food that will fuel your day’s adventures, from the pool with the kids to a girls’ trip powder day.”

That seamless connection between Slope Room and Unravel is part of Gravity Haus’s larger ethos — creating community through elevated yet accessible experiences. The food and beverage program reflects that perfectly: dishes that feel good to eat, crafted by a team deeply rooted in the Valley’s culinary culture.