Apres Ski

You will be hard pushed to find anything less than fantastic, when eating or drinking out in Morzine

There is nothing more rewarding than a cold beverage or two after a tough day on the slopes. You REALLY can say that you have deserved a drink and it's also one of the few times that drinking at 5pm is totally acceptable!

There is no shortage of bars around Morzine, from the quiet and sophisticated to the loud, brash and very party friendly - they are all there!

The Folie Douce - Purched on the Pistes in the centre of Avoriaz, the Folie Douce is a new addition to the Morzine apres ski scene, opening in Decemeber 2018. However, like its previous sister sites, it has gone off with a bang. If you want the ultimate party experience on the slops this is your place. 

Happy Hours - Nestled in the heart of Le Portes du Soleil in Montriond - The ultimate apres/restaurant spot in the 'PDS'. Established in 2010 by Victor Pais, Happy Hours Bar has evolved from humble creperie, to one of the biggest & wildest après bars in the Savoie region. Positioned at the base of the Ardent cable car, Happy Hours venue is the perfect ski in ski starting spot, and even better place to finish off for après. Happy Hours Bar is celebrated for its weekly "We Are The Après" parties, curated and produced by our resident DJ, Tom Hiseman. Check out their events page to see what's coming next. 

They now have a free shuttle bus available. Running 8am-9pm everyday from Happy Hours to the Marie in Morzine. 

Bec Jaune Brewery - Morzine's iconic own Micro brewery is always popular with a collection of unique brews on tap plus other interesting cocktails on the menu. However this place isnt just for drinking! Their creative food menu is certainly not to be missed catering for meat eaters and vegans. 

(Photo of Happy Hours 'We are the Apres' Party) 

The Dixie Bar has three bars all rolled into one, each with a different theme - there is Irish, Spanish and British. The Bars have large screens which show live sports, and with plenty of sports channels there is little chance you will miss any event you want to see, live music from resident band the 'Dixie Micks' and internet access and is open from 12noon and will not close until 2am - so there is plenty of reason to stay!

The Tibetan Bar has a relaxed atmosphere, cosy sofas and table service, which is brilliant for knackered legs! It opens for the Après Ski rush and will stay open until 2am - how very nice!

For a slightly wilder time you can always try the famous, Cavern Bar. Open from 4pm until 2am every day of the week, they are primed for the Après Ski rush, given their two happy hours from 4pm-5pm and 10pm-11pm! Try and get down here for a live music night, it wont disappoint! 

Finally, for the home of the Mutzig beer (which one must try, but in small doses due to strength…) head to Bar Robinsons. They only serve the one beer - Mutzig! But simplicity is good, a theory which may have helped to influence the bars no music policy, so all you will hear are the sounds of glorious stories from the day! Open throughout the day, but last orders are at 7.30, so get there fast!

Drinking a bit more…

Well, obviously you didn't ski hard enough during the day that 2am just isn't late enough for you - or maybe you just have infinite energy!

Either way, there is a nightclub in Morzine, L'Opera, which is open until 5am. However, as with many places staying open late, they charge a slightly higher price for drinks. If you have made it in here, your skiing may be a little wobbly the next day. 

Restaurants 

If you want to refuel with some hearty food after a full day on the hill, then Morzine definatly has its share of great restaurants and food stops. Below is where we recommend:

La Rotande - Offering trendy cuisine in a  setting that combines the traditional with the modern. An ideal address for a gourmet experience in the heart of the village. Savoyard specialties, classic brasserie, Asian cuisine… La Rotonde offers you an eclectic menu right next to the mountains! The Chef offers home-made dishes, all made from seasonal produce. Take time to enjoy a gourmet getaway at our hotel, in the heart of Morzine. La Rotonde welcomes you for lunch and dinner every day in season, and from Tuesday to Sunday afternoons the rest of the year. 

Hideout - Focuses on fresh, vibrant, Asian street food just up from the Mairie. Taking inspiration from Ho Chi Minh to Osaka, Jakarta to Seoul, if you are a fan of Asian food your mouth is sure to be watering just looking at the menu. A sumo selection of bao, bowls, gyozas, small plates and weekly specials awaits.

Hotel du Lac - Located on the beautiful setting of Lac Montriond, the restaurant and terrace at Hotel du Lac offer a fantastic range of ethically sourced and modern French cuisine. Perfect for both a lazy Sunday BBQ with 48 hour slow cooked feather blade steak, or for an extra special occasion. At the chic bar, choose from a wide selection of wines, local beers and award winning cocktails (two for €15, 6-10pm on Thursdays), crafted to perfection.

Au Bon Coin -  At the foot of the Pleney piste and in the heart of the resort, the family-run restaurant welcomes you every day for a good burger with meat ground on the spot, a salad garnished with smoked trout from the slate quarries or a cheese crust, enough to satisfy you for lunch or dinner. In between, a real cork waffle with hot chocolate, or a board to share with a beer or glass of wine. All in a warm atmosphere around the stove.

L'improviste - Tucked just round the corner from our Chalets Sosa, Narnia and Chantelle. Serving the best pizzas in town with true italian style all cooked on the large stone pizza oven. They addapt the menu seasonally to bring your fresh ingredients. With authentique flavours or tradiational classics. Can eat in or takeaway. 

 (Photo from Hotel du Lac)