A Mountain Retreat with Pico Taco

Taqueria meets Alpine charm in Spruce Peak, Vermont.

Imae courtesy of Pico Taco.

For those looking to get away from the bustling city and gain some altitude on the slopes, Stowe, Vermont’s Spruce Peak is not only your next lodge stay but also your next stop for authentic Mexican cuisine. Now open on the slopeside community, Pico Taco gives visitors a taste of Mexico with Stowe’s rustic, alpine charm.

Located in the heart of Spruce Peak Village, just a stone-throwing distance from the ice rink, Pico Taco is ideal for early risers and late diners. They’re open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the weekdays and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the weekends. They have a carefully crafted menu, including bowls, burritos, tacos, and quesadillas. For breakfast and brunch: breakfast burrito packed with eggs, hash browns, chorizo, and salsa roja, while sides like guacamole, house-made queso, and salsa trios.

Menu highlights with fresh and local ingredients include hand-pressed corn tortillas filled with Yucatán-Style Roasted Pork, Adobo Squash, and classic carne asada, as well as fresh and nourishing pico bowls loaded with local ingredients like black beans, rice, and crisp lettuce. Each meal is perfect for any time of day, whether you’re hitting the slopes, ice skating, or sitting around a fire.

Imae courtesy of Pico Taco.

“With Pico Taco, we’re excited to bring guests a relaxed yet memorable dining experience that celebrates both local flavor and culinary tradition,” says David Lockard, Managing Director of The Lodge at Spruce Peak. "Pico Taco combines Spruce Peak’s commitment to authentic, fresh, and fun dining with the flavors and warmth of Mexico. It’s a place where you can kick back, fuel up, and feel the vibrant energy of the mountains.”

The Rose Bernard team designed Pico Taco with the intention of comfort, community, character, and warmth. It has 1,600 square feet of high ceilings, patterned wall coverings, and carefully curated décor throughout. Visitors can recharge or wind down in the refreshing, ambient space for a casual yet elevated dining experience.

You can visit Pico Taco and Spruce Peak at 242 Hourglass Dr., Stowe, Vermont. For city folk, you can get there in a few hours by car or Amtrak.