Aspen Restaurants
Asie: More than your usual Chinese / Japanese restaurant, with influences from Thailand and ventures into more creative than traditional Asian staples. Try the Basil Chicken or Shrimp Parisian for something truly original. Dine in, take out or delivery. Reservations available
Blue Maize: A truly original Southwestern menu with creative twists on mountain fair such as the Elk Tenderloin and Buffalo, with other spicy options available as well. A festive dining experience with a long time local staff. Reservations available.
Boogies: An original “50s Diner” experience complete with vintage memorabilia. Moderately priced for Aspen standards and a wide variety on the menu make this a popular place for families. Once you've had dinner take your milkshake downstairs for the largest blue jean selection in Aspen. Walk in service.
Brunelleschi's Pizza: A great family experience where kids can make their own pizzas. Traditional Italian dishes and gourmet pizza for the adults make this a favorite for locals and tourists alike. Reservations accepted.
Cache Cache: This elegant French dining experience offers black tie service and first class treatment. Considered by some to be the best restaurant in Aspen.
Reservations recommended.
Campo de Fiori: One of the most happening places to see and be seen in Aspen. This long standing Italian favorite has an excellent menu and great local service. Campo can be one of the hardest tables to get in town. Reservations recommended.
Caribou Club: Elegant fine dining with a professional staff that caters to your every need. American fusion in a classic Aspen setting. Reservations required.
Crust: Fresh dough made in-house with organic flour combined with the finest ingredients, including imported Corvino buffalo milk mozzarella from Sicily, makes possibly the best pizza in Aspen. Slopeside dining at Highlands only adds to the experience. Dine in, take out, reservations accepted.
Crystal Palace: Aspen’s only dinner theater, the Crystal Palace has been entertaining audiences for over 50 years making this an aspen institution. One seating per night, reservations required.
D19: One of Aspen’s hottest dinner locales with award winning chef Dena Marino. A fine European style restaurant with old world values and exquisite cuisine. Italian influences on a world wide menu. Reservations recommended.
Dish Aspen: Reinventing old classics and creating new favorites is what Dish is all about. Private chefs table seating up to 12 available. Specialty meats, fresh fish and daily specials make this a menu not to be missed. Reservations recommended, bar menu available.
Elevation: You may think you are in NYC upon walking into Elevations, with possibly the best designed bar area in town. Chef Drew Scott's creative menu draws on influences from South America to France. Reservations recommended, bar menu available.
Explorer Bistro: A vegetarians delight, set in an intimate bookstore in a century old Victorian home. Reasonably priced with a warm charming atmosphere make this a very comfortable dining experience. Reservations accepted.
Gusto Ristorante: Campo de Fiore’s sister restaurant serving Italian fine dining with an entirely new menu for the 2008 ski season. Rich risotto, succulent duck and dripping tenderloin make this a well rounded menu. Reservations recommended.
Hickory House: Voted best BBQ sauce in several major competitions, this “Hick House” is a rib lovers dream. Traditional BBQ, chicken, ribs and more in a casual setting. Walk in service.
Jacobs: At The Hotel Jerome: Diverse Colorado cuisine described as contemporary American. Local farm fresh ingredients with dishes made from scratch. An elegant dining experience set inside the world famous hotel Jerome. Reservations recommended.
Jimmy's: An Aspen style American steakhouse with healthy portions. A wide variety of tequila from the happening local’s favorite bar and a personal greeting from Jimmy make this a popular spot. Bar menu available, reservations recommended.
Kenichi: World class creative Pan Asian cuisine and sushi. Executive Chef Bodhi Durant creates culinary delights while master sushi chef Kiyomi Sano rolls exquisite sushi. Bar menu available, reservations recommended.
L'Hostaria: The Tuscan Italian menu at L'Hostaria is a local’s favorite, some of the best Italian food in town with excellent service with no fluff. A great bar menu and bustling scene make this a fun place to eat out while in Aspen. Bar menu available, reservations recommended.
La Cantina: Locally owned and operated with a completely new menu revamped in the 05 season. Original Tex Mex with a mountain flare. A large dining area and excellent margaritas open year round even during off season. Walk in service.
Little Annie’s: Casual dining in Aspen at its best. Traditional staples including fried chicken, meatloaf and more. Checkered table cloths and mountain style décor make this one of the most comfortable restaurants in town. Reservations accepted.
LuLu Wilson: Modern American cuisine with a French influence on restaurant row in Aspen. Named after one of Aspens original inhabitants. Reservations available.
Matsuhisa: The Aspen representative from world renowned sushi chef Nobu Matsuhisa. Prepare yourself for some of the best sushi in the country. Reservations recommended.
Mezzaluna: Very popular for après ski serving modern Italian cuisine and wood fired pizzas in our bright and cheery dining room. Full wine list, locally owned and operated. Reservations accepted.
Montagna: Slope side with amazing views of Aspen Mountain this restaurant at the world class Little Nell Hotel provides five star service. Colorado cuisine with special requests available.
Reservations recommended.
Olives: Situated in the St. Regis Hotel serving a traditional American menu with Mediterranean influences. An elegant yet comfortable dining room as grand as the Colorado Rockies themselves. Bar menu available, reservations recommended.
Pacifica: Aspens only raw bar serving only the highest quality fresh seafood in an intimate setting with an extensive wine list. A creative cocktail list and great location on the Hyman Ave. mall with some of the best views of Aspen Mountain in town. Reservations recommended.
Pine Creek Cookhouse: A Colorado classic with legendary mountain dining. Eleven miles outside of Aspen in the stunning Elk Mountain range. Guests can cross country ski, snowshoe or ride a horse drawn sled to this rustic cabin cookhouse. Serving wild game, fresh fish and vegetarian specials, there is something for everyone in this one of a kind dining experience. Reservations required.
Piñons: Possibly the finest food in Aspen served with impeccable taste and refinement, yet comfortable and inviting. Located in the heart of downtown Aspen and owned and operated by an Aspen local Rob Mobilian. Reservations recommended.
Poppies: Dining in this quaint Victorian sets the mood for a very romantic dinner. Bistro style cuisine including the classic steak au poivre is indicative of the menu. All in an out of the way location in Aspens “West End” Reservations recommended
Rustique: Classic French cuisine with a daring weird dish of the day for the adventures in palate. One of the most charming settings in Aspen ran by Aspen local Rob Ittner. Reservations recommended.
Ruth's Chris Steak House: New to the Aspen dining scene, the nationwide chain of high end steak houses rivals the experience of the best steak houses in the country. Choose your cut, temperature and accompanying sides for a complete dining experience. Reservations recommended, bar menu available.
The Steak Pit: A great salad bar and an affordable menu make this a popular long standing Aspen staple. Hand cut steaks and fresh seafood charbroiled to order. Reservations accepted.
Social: Aspen newest entrant into the restaurant scene. Featuring global topas and small plates for sharing, with flavors from around the world. Reservations recommended.
Su Casa: An original Mexican menu in the most happening location in town. With a lively décor, salsa and menu items catering to the calorie minded. Reservations accepted.
Syzygy: Modern American food with signature dishes such as elk tenderloin, vintage beef, and fois gras. Large wine list and impeccable presentation. Live jazz music several nights a week. Reservations recommended.
Takah Sushi: Aspen local’s favorite Sushi restaurant, with an new executive chef for the 2008 ski season. Serving the legendary Atomic Shrimp! Serving traditional sushi and Asian entrees, as well as the legendary “Atomic Shrimp” in a new décor and location. Reservations recommended.
Toppers: A casual dining experience with great food that won't empty your wallet. Owner/Chef Greg Topper serves creative and savory dished right in front of you. Dine in, take out, and delivery.
Willow Creek Bistro: Contemporary American cuisine served in side the Ritz Carlton at the base of Aspen Highlands. A culinary adventure with multiple courses in an elegant dining room. Reservations recommended
Woody Creek Tavern: A local classic, located 10 minutes outside of town in the sleepy hamlet of Woody Creek. Expect an original dining experience…you never know who you will see. The enchiladas and limousine beef burgers are local favorites.
Wienerstube: This authentic Austrian restaurant is a favorite among the many transplant ski instructors. Don't be surprised to overhear various foreign languages at the group table on many a chilly Aspen morning.
The Wild Fig: This popular and packed restaurant specializes in Mediterranean food with an emphasis on fresh vegetables and fish. A complete wine list and convenient location with great people watching. Reservations recommended.
ZG Grill: Primarily a burger bar serving grass fed beef. With everything from a kids menu to a Kobe Beef burger, there is something for everyone. At the base of Aspen Highlands in the Highlands Village. Reservations accepted.
Zocalita: An eclectic Latin bistro with an original menu, there is nothing else like it in Aspen. Expect to find dishes you have not encountered before in the United States. Downstairs in the old Takah Sushi location. Reservations accepted. |
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