The Bavarian Lodge - Taos Ski Valley

We have eaten here several times when we visit Taos Ski Valley. By day it is a casual place to have lunch while skiing or stop for a beer after skiing. Later in the evening the place is transformed to a slightly less casual dinner spot. Service, atmosphere and food always top notch! Make reservations early for holiday times!

The occasion was my husband's birthday and we were both excited to try the Bavarian! We had heard and read very good things about the place. The hostess did not seem to have our Open Table reservation but they had room anyway she was not gracious... The ambiance was warm nice, the wait staff very friendly although we got served after the larger party that was seated after us oh well. The beer was great, the salad very nice, but we both got the Wiener schnitzel it was dry and hard, tasted like it was from a box in the freezer and baked instead of hand prepared and fried. Even the shape looked mechanical. The portions were quite large but it was very unsatisfying especially because including the tip the meal was close to $150. We wouldn't go back. Sorry

Set on the ski slopes of Taos, this is a true Bavarian restaurant offering authentic regional drinks and dishes. Beers and wines are delicious, and we enjoyed some of the best spätzle and sauerbraten I've ever had. Would recommend this place wholeheartedly.

Our party of four arrived a few minutes before our reservation time and we were seated almost immediately by the host, a gentleman wearing an authentic pair of LEATHER lederhosen. Impressive start. Then, we were greeted by our server, Laine, who was wearing an outstanding Dirndl that further authenticated our Bavarian meal experience. I selected a 32 ounce lager that made me happy. Our meal was delectable. Laine even sang the Happy Birthday song for our 19-year old son whose birthday it was on the day we went.

This is a first time review. Overall, the ambiance based on the location and the physical structure are what make this the best choice for a special evening if you are in the Taos Ski Valley. The structure is truly old world a rough hewn log lodge complete with appropriate stuffed mountain animals and lighting by Gaston from Beauty and the Beast. The wine selection is quite robust given its remoteness, emphasizing Continental as well as US bottles. Our salads were generously portioned and nicely seasoned. Fish was perfectly cooked and osso buco also well seasoned. Excellent bread and water service, tables spaced well so that it felt very personal at dinner (but it is a madhouse at lunch! . Espresso excellent. We were too full for dessert but choices of apple strudel or flourless german chocolate cake looked fantastic. If we ever return to Taos, we will return here for sure.