Let me first state that had I been at least 10 years younger LFD Meribel would almost certainly be…read moregetting a higher score. Alas, its raison d'être is just not for me. During a recent ski trip our group ended up coming here twice so we got to see both sides of its 'character' for want of a better word. On the first visit it was literally pulsating with bass, booze, table dancing and excess. The (ahem) 'VIP section' was filled with the spoiled brats and rich elite we can imagine love these kind of places. When someone orders a huge bottle of champagne or spirit it is not simply brought to them by hand, but placed in a large perspex box and slowly pulled over the crowds below via a zip-line with pink smoke billowing from its top. Cue multiple smart phones videoing the spectacle. Not wanting to sound like a complete party pooper I have to admit that the atmosphere was infectious (I may have danced a wee bit to the Europop that was blaring from the speakers). I did, however, feel like a fish out of water here. The second visit was at lunchtime which was much quieter and overall more palatable (atmosphere wise and food wise). Though the meal options are on the expensive side (but what isn't in Les 3 Vallées?) there were plenty of decent things to choose from in their slick, spacious and modern restaurant inside. The place was busy with families, ski schools and groups alike, a world away from the rowdy table dancing the previous afternoon. Tip: the easiest way to get to LFD from Meribel town is via the Saulire gondola lift, exiting at its first stop and then skiing/walking down the slope a short distance. Tip: there's a gift shop for LFD merchandise should you wish to buy a memento (that is, if you have any money left after eating/drinking here).

This is where we went three out of six days in Méribel after skiing. Seeing people dancing on the…read moretables was default, and two of the days happened to coincide with Russian Holiday which, we learned, meant pretty girls in little fur panties shaking their cute little butts on the tables... Had lunch here one day. The inside of this restaurant (and I mean RESTAURANT, not that self-served part) is gorgeous. Monstrous cheese are covering the walls up to the ceiling, and tables are covered with white table cloth. We were starving and started begun our meal with an assortment of cheese. As expected, it was as mouthwatering and beautifully served as only happens in France. The main course, a chicken split in two, was pretty good too, but in comparison to the exceptional cheese I was not blown away. Meal was around 60 Euro with a bottle of wine and two beers for our company. Next day I was back, I chose only cheese, bread and wine. Mm.

Wonderful friendly service!!! Seating indoors or outside. Amazing soup du jour!!! Not embarrassed…read moreto admit we've eaten here three times already this week! Well worth a trip!!!

It does what it says on the tin. It's a bar, it's right by the chairlifts and bubbles of Chaudanne,…read moreso you can finish up your skiing for the day and head straight over for a beer, which is pretty much what I call paradise. The staff were friendly enough, and they have a pool table. Sweet

On a ski trip in the French alps and decided to stop here for a drink before heading back to the…read morechalet. The bartender was great and made us some delicious French 75 cocktails. The music was upbeat and fun! The bar itself was very clean and welcoming.

From the owner: Bien au chaud Skieurs et visiteurs pourrront venir s'attabler à l'abri du froid dans ce…read moretraditionnel restaurant savoyard, et profiter du soleil sur la terasse pour les plus courageux. Venez vous réchauffez, midi et soir, autour d'une fondue réputée dans tout la station.

If you're skiing back into Meribel this is literally the first bar you'll see, across the road from…read morewhere the minibuses and taxis queue up. With plenty of external wall space to prop your skis and snowboards against, you can enjoy a well-deserved après-ski beer (or a few) sat either outside or in. It was always buzzing when we visited, which was most days of our trip come to think of it. If you sit outside there's no need to go to the bar as they have table service which is fantastic. 'Happy Hour' finishes at 16:30 so be prepared to pay more for your drinks after that. The tables against the façade have heaters and are somewhat sheltered but the rest are open to the elements. Inside there's lots of seating but it can get very, very busy so you'll be lucky to get a seat if there's a group of you. Some evenings there's live music on here too which were really good. Tip: if you're getting lager and there's a few of you, opt for a jug instead of buying separately. You get roughly four pints to a jug.

Amazing terrace bar. Gorgeous chef's and masters of their craft. Beef burger was a culinary…read moremasterpiece!

Our favourite place to eat lunch on the mountain. Reasonable prices and very nice food as well as…read morepints in glasses. Gets busy so get in early and then get back on the mountain before the French and enjoy the empty pistes!

Pumping music from this mountain restaurant as you come down to Meribel on the last run of the day…read more Often people dancing on the tables and live music from the top balcony. Vin Chaud was fine, atmosphere great - get here early to get a table. Food looked very good, if pricey.

The service was absolutely horrible. The workers were sexist, rude, and completely unprofessional…read more One employee in particular--a middle-aged man with a beard--was especially disrespectful. I was simply trying to book a bowling lane, but he lied, raised his voice at me, and spoke with a very aggressive attitude. He then claimed I couldn't afford the €13 bowling option, even though he was working behind the bar in a bowling alley, which made no sense. To make matters worse, several of my belongings were stolen at the venue, including multiple Cartier items. Overall, this place is extremely disappointing. I would strongly advise others to avoid it.

I visited during the day to book for my family. Once I knew the available times I stepped outside…read moreto call the others and returned to speak to a different person. I booked and watched him write the booking down in the log with my name against it. On returning later that evening I was told there was no booking. The man I spoke to was extremely rude and dismissive despite this clearly being a mistake made on their side. They wouldn't let me look at the bookings to see if it was accidently booked by them for the wrong day and the guy even disputed that I'd been back in to book with another of their staff! These things can happen but the staff there treated us with absolute distain and were very rude for absolutely no reason. I wouldn't ever go back.

I love this restaurant. Like, actual love right here…read more The food is amazing. I had a cod dish and it was divine. My friend had some sort of lamb, which she shared with me and I couldn't decide which I preferred; they were both so good. The waiters were lovely. They were English (always helps when your French is limited to grammatically-incorrect pleasantries) and made lots of recommendations to suit us. They also gave us each a free shot of the infamous, home-brewed toffee vodka, which is the nectar of the Gods. The restaurant itself is really cute - very rustic French chalet-esque, with the appropriate antique ski memorabilia on the walls. Very reasonably-priced in comparison to some of the other restaurants in Méribel

An absolute gem of a restaurant. Serves up your Full English in the morning and at lunch the…read moreburgers are amazing. Had the Southern Fried Chicken and with the Guacamole in there!