In the heart of Schweitzer village, inside the Selkirk Lodge at 10000 Schweitzer Mountain Road, Chimney Rock Grill is the mountain's big, welcoming table. The restaurant takes its name from the prominent three-sided peak that towers just north of the resort, and it has long been the place village guests drift toward when the day on the slopes winds down and everyone is hungry at once.
Step inside and the mood is pure mountain lodge. Schweitzer describes a homey ambiance and a log cabin feel, with fireplaces to gather around and a large, comfortable dining room that suits families as easily as it suits a crowd. That size is part of its appeal: the resort points to Chimney Rock as a natural fit for family reunions, parties, and groups of friends sharing a meal or settling in for apres after a day on the slopes. Local art showcasing favorite spots around Schweitzer hangs on the walls, so dinner comes with a tour of the mountain in pictures.
The kitchen leans into fresh regional cooking with a playful streak. Schweitzer's own dining guide singles out the meatloaf, fresh salads, and distinctive appetizers like Ahi Poke and Birria Cigars, and recommends the Honey Citrus Steelhead. The lunch menu keeps the mountain-day classics close at hand, too, from fish and chips and fish tacos to the C Rock Burger, a turkey bacon crunch sandwich, and a black bean and corn quesadilla for a meatless option. It is hearty, familiar food, finished with enough creativity to keep regulars interested.
That balance is exactly why both visitors and locals value it. A family staying in the village can walk in without a plan and feed everyone at one table. A group coming off the mountain can stretch out, warm up by the fire, and linger over drinks and shared plates instead of scattering to separate condos and kitchens. And because it sits right in the village, Chimney Rock works just as well for a relaxed sit-down dinner as it does for a casual lunch between activities.
You will find Chimney Rock Grill in the Selkirk Lodge, right in the center of Schweitzer village above Sandpoint. Hours follow the resort's seasons, so check Schweitzer's dining pages before you go, especially during the quieter shoulder weeks. Whenever you catch it open, expect a warm room, a full table, and a meal that feels like it belongs on this mountain.