Ludwig's Restaurant

Cutest Germany/Switzerland style brunch place.It was our first time visiting Vail and our friends from LA recommend this place to us. We went on Easter Day and were worried they wont let us in without reservation but they were very friendly and helpful. We got the breakfast buffet and it was not only worth every penny but also great experience for us.They had everything you would crave for breakfast and it was only 42 per person except the alcoholic drinks. Considering Vail as an expensive place this was our cheapest meal we had with very good quality and service. My fav was the german sausage which taste like the real ones in . Even the people you would see there not like anything in CA! Great atmosphere! Little cups of smoothies were yummy too.Until next time!

First off, please make sure you make a reservation. This is a very popular breakfast place for both hotel guests and non-hotel guests. I made a mistake of missing that detail when we went. My husband and BIL didn't want to wait as they wanted to start snowboarding asap. I did however still we t because I had a spa appointment for 10:30am. I listed myself at 8:27am and got seated at 10:32am!!!The selection of food is really top notch. You would want to go when you have a big appetite for the buffet and willing to pay $57 per person.I took pictures of all food options so you can see what are available. They also serve fresh juices and coffee ofcourse.The ones that stood out to me were the smoked salmon, french toast, chocolate croissant, mexican omelette (I forgot the name), bacon and fresh fruits. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a great ambiance, excellent breakfast, really hungry or looking for a date place. 10/10!!!

Breakfast was delicious! It is European style and has so many options! Bread, protein, yogurt, fruit, make your own omelets..Everything I had was great! Located right inside the Sonnenalp Vail hotel. Great views in terrace area! Waitress was friendly but took a long time in between to check on us. We had to flag her down multiple times for the check and to take some dirty plates away. Pricy for a breakfast buffet, especially if you have a large family going!

This has to be one of the cutest spots I have been for brunch and I mean it whole heartedly . Its an Old World-meets-mountain-modern décor: Bavarian-style carved-wood ceilings, paintings by Austrian and German artists, and sunlight flooding in from a glass atrium. The view from the sun room was gorgeous with the snowcapped trees and the food and service complimented the ambience This place is inside a restaurant so might take a little bit to find a good parking spot but we were fortunate that it was a Sunday and we were able to park out front an establishment that was closed . Diners are greeted with picture-perfect baked goods, fresh fruits, exotic-looking cheeses and meats, and rows of scrumptious pastries .There's even a whole honeycomb dripping fresh honey into a lovely porcelain dish. Yes, there's an à la carte menu, but the whole point of dining here is to graze from the sumptuous European-style buffet, a cornucopia of eggs, waffles, blintzes, sausages, cured meats, cheeses, berries, yogurts, breads, preserves, and pastries . Beverages are ordered as per your choice and might cost extra depending on what you ordered . There is a separate Egg counter where you can get the eggs made as per your preference. Service was excellent to say the least and our server took really good care of us without being over bearing . She just magically appeared every time someone wanted to order something.So the pricing is on the higher side and everything including juices etc are additional cost. They also added a service charge which I am not sure was for what however we all paid an additional gratuity individually on top of it. Overall , its pricey but I would definitely recommend them for the amazing experience .

This is a top notch breakfast buffet. I tend to not have really high expectations for any buffet in general but I remember liking this one pre Covid (the paused it during peak of Covid and only did a La carte) so when we visited The Sonnenalp this past weekend and heard it was back on we decided to indulge...and indulge we did. The main thing that impressed me was definitely the quality of ingredients served. The bacon was amazing; I had four pieces (insert shocked face lol) omelettes, eggs, breads, fruit...everything was great. I was a bad pregnant lady and also had some charcuterie for breakfast but I felt like If there was anywhere I could trust the cured meats it was Sonnenalp and it was so good. The fruit was great; pretty much everything was lovely.It also includes freshly squeezed juices, teas, and coffee. It's a bit pricey but totally worth the splurge if you ask me.

The restaurant is beautiful with different "rooms" including a solarium with lots of windows to overlook the mountains. The service was great and beautifully adorned in traditional swiss dress. We went for breakfast since our room at the Sonnenalp included the buffet. They had a very nice selection all looking fresh. Unfortunately, my eggs were cold and so was my coffee. Some of the buffet burners must not be operating correctly. Tomorrow I'll try the oatmeal!

We selected this as a last-minute celebratory dinner. Though this was the latest I've ever tried to get seated for a meal, the staff was happy to accommodate us and it had all the makings of a private dining experience.Ludwig's delivered on all measures. Service was impeccable, food was excellent. We noticed and were impressed by the little things.

Back again after 2.5 years. We were again not impressed. Went back because we wanted a quieter place with no TV's blaring, got that, but service was non enthusiastic, mundane and food wasn't what you'd expect for the money.I had Fish and Chips and it was blah with panko bread crumbs, which I was aware of, but it was nothing to rave about, a bit overcooked. It would be much better if the coating was flakey and crunchy, like a light beer batter dip. Chips (fries), nothing at all good about them. My wife had pumpkin stuffed ravioli and it too was ordinary. The potato, bacon, ham and corn chowder stole the night, it was excellent. My whiskey sour was poor at best and the wine too is overpriced. I don't mind paying higher prices but it must be worth it, ..it was not. Yes, overpriced, not exclusive and therefore, it just didn't cut it. I am just being honest, and sadly, we won't be back. I hope they get it together soon.

Ludwig's has long been our go-to for breakfast in Vail. Unfortunately, starting with the pandemic, the quality of their ingredients has deteriorated. Their hot chocolate used to be world class, creamy, rich, served in huge mugs, but now is watery and thin and served in small mugs. The buffet is no longer the quality it used to be, and they no longer refresh it as often. We ordered off the menu this time and the food was pretty but did not taste good. Egg whites undercooked. We are very sad to lose this long time favorite. I should say that both the setting and the service are still world class!

Food was average although our waitress was so nice and helpful. We were visiting from Denver, and if you aren't a guest there, don't expect to be treated well. We were stuffed in a corner with dirty tables surrounded by us, the man who sat us was rude and even assumed we weren't guests. Not worth it for $200 for three people, won't be back.