Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley Restaurants
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1. Element 47
$$$$ | | Modern AmericanAspen's elite book tables at this swanky, highly regarded restaurant in The Little Nell hotel not only for the beautifully presented entrées...
Aspen's elite book tables at this swanky, highly regarded restaurant in The Little Nell hotel not only for the beautifully presented entrées but also for the glass, ceiling-height wine cases stocked by knowledgeable sommeliers who also make tableside recommendations. The seasonal menu highlights locally sourced produce and game, as well as meat raised on Colorado ranches. For a lighter meal, head to the bar, which features Colorado beers and spirits.
675 E. Durant Ave., Aspen, Colorado, 81611, USA970-920–6330Known For
- 20,000-plus bottle wine cellar
- Local Wagyu beef and rack of lamb
- Impeccable service
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2. French Alpine Bistro
$$$$ | | FrenchCandlelight makes this bistro romantic, and decorative items such as fur pelts, wooden skis, and European antiques evoke the Swiss chalet where...
Candlelight makes this bistro romantic, and decorative items such as fur pelts, wooden skis, and European antiques evoke the Swiss chalet where owner and retired pro skier, Raphael Derly, vacationed as a child. The divine, prix-fixe, seasonal menu—with such traditional dishes as escargots, foie gras, boeuf bourguignon, and dessert crepes—is a nod to Derly's upbringing in the south of France. Larger groups will appreciate offerings like the fondue or the steak a la plancha served on a table-top grill.
400 E. Hopkins Ave., Aspen, Colorado, 81611, USA970-925–1566Known For
- Intimate ambience
- Excellent wine selection
- Decadent French cuisine
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3. The Wild Fig
$$$$ | | MediterraneanFor Mediterranean and Middle Eastern tastes, head to The Wild Fig, a friendly brasserie with an unbeatable location right off the pedestrian...
For Mediterranean and Middle Eastern tastes, head to The Wild Fig, a friendly brasserie with an unbeatable location right off the pedestrian mall. The restaurant is small but cozy, with a cheerful yellow ceiling and white-tiled walls trimmed in dark wood. In addition to favorites like house-made saffron fettuccine with clams, The Wild Fig also has one of Aspen's more unusual plates: "fish in a bag," in which the fish of the night is cooked and served in a brown paper bag. For dessert, try the beignets with crème anglaise.
315 E. Hyman Ave., Aspen, Colorado, 81611, USA970-925–5160Restaurant Details
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4. TORO Kitchen & Lounge
$$$$ | | Latin AmericanInside the Viceroy Snowmass hotel, TORO warms up the night after a day of skiing with its craft cocktails, Latin American cuisine, and dining...
Inside the Viceroy Snowmass hotel, TORO warms up the night after a day of skiing with its craft cocktails, Latin American cuisine, and dining room decorated with wood accents and a fireplace with nearby couches that are the perfect spots for sipping drinks. This spacious restaurant has a daring menu focusing on creative seafood and chops; spicy, smoky flavors pop in many dishes, with milder options for those who can't take the heat.
Viceroy Snowmass, 130 Wood Rd., Snowmass Village, Colorado, 81615, USA970-923–8000Known For
- Grilled Spanish octopus
- Chipotle-miso Alaskan black cod
- Spectacular views of Snowmass
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5. Town
$$ | | Modern AmericanSporting an open kitchen, exposed brick walls, and red leather banquettes, this chic bistro offers inventive, cleverly presented meals. The...
Sporting an open kitchen, exposed brick walls, and red leather banquettes, this chic bistro offers inventive, cleverly presented meals. The eclectic dinner menu includes starters such as "jars"—small Mason jars filled with yummy spreads like chicken-liver pâté and served with grilled bread or toast. Roasted vegetable sides, and the beloved gnocchi salad with asparagus and mushrooms delight vegetarians, while carnivores revel in such options as rabbit tacos, and cherry barbecue–glazed pork shoulder. A front counter serves baked goods and coffee in the morning, and eat-in salads, sandwiches, and small plates in the afternoon.
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6. Ajax Tavern
$$$ | | AmericanSo close to the gondola you can keep your boots on while dining, this upbeat restaurant in The Little Nell hotel has big glass windows and a...
So close to the gondola you can keep your boots on while dining, this upbeat restaurant in The Little Nell hotel has big glass windows and a spacious patio with slope-side views. Large wooden beams, red booths, and sleek furnishings define this spot, which is popular both for its location and its hearty surf-n-turf dishes. The menu changes seasonally and focuses on Colorado ingredients.
685 E. Durant St., Aspen, Colorado, 81611, USA970-920–4600Known For
- Slope-side patio
- Parmesan truffle fries
- Double cheeseburger made with locally raised Wagyu beef
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7. Aspen Over Easy
$$ | | AmericanIn this funky diner, visitors and locals can be heard planning outdoor adventures or raving about the nearby resorts while devouring delicious...
In this funky diner, visitors and locals can be heard planning outdoor adventures or raving about the nearby resorts while devouring delicious breakfast dishes served all day. Mix and match unexpected eggs Benedict, like the blue crab and Baja chipotle lime, or build your own omelet. Wash down your breakfast with an organic juice from the bar—try the owner's favorite Aspen Body, which blends carrots, celery, cucumber, kale, beets, and apple in a satisfying morning jolt. Salads, sandwiches, and burgers are also offered on the lunch and dinner menu.
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8. Cache Cache
$$$$ | | Modern AmericanWith a focus on locally raised meats, Cache Cache brings a Continental influence to sophisticated yet filling entrées that are served on the...
With a focus on locally raised meats, Cache Cache brings a Continental influence to sophisticated yet filling entrées that are served on the patio or in the dimly lit room, with its white tablecloths and black chairs. In warmer months, the chic bistro's vegetable accompaniments reflect whatever is freshest from area farms. Those on a budget can belly up to the raucous bar for less pricey entrées.
205 S. Mill St., Aspen, Colorado, 81611, USA970-925–3835Known For
- Excellent wine selection
- Russian caviar
- Sensational rotisserie items and desserts
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9. CP Burger
$ | | BurgerCasual CP Burger offers gourmet beef, chicken, tuna, and falafel burgers for takeout or eating in. Also on the menu are hot dogs, grilled cheese...
Casual CP Burger offers gourmet beef, chicken, tuna, and falafel burgers for takeout or eating in. Also on the menu are hot dogs, grilled cheese, and kale salad, a locals' favorite. In the summer, take your burger, fries (regular, sweet potato, or Parmesan truffle), and shake (spiked for adults, if you like) outside to eat under white umbrellas and watch the kids on the mini-golf course. In the winter, the course transforms into an ice rink, and you can warm up inside CP Burger with a hot chocolate.
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10. Crystal Club Cafe
$$ | | AmericanSlow-cooked baby back ribs smothered in homemade BBQ sauce are what the Crystal Club Cafe is known for. But this pastel-colored, riverside restaurant...
Slow-cooked baby back ribs smothered in homemade BBQ sauce are what the Crystal Club Cafe is known for. But this pastel-colored, riverside restaurant with a wraparound porch also serves comfort-food staples like beef tenderloin with a raspberry chipotle sauce and Colorado lamb chops with rosemary mint sauce. Plenty of picnic tables on a grassy lawn beckon in the warm-weather months.
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11. Grind
$ | | BurgerThe owners of this burger joint—a trendy dining room with exposed brick, bright-green seating, and animal drawings on the walls—grind their...
The owners of this burger joint—a trendy dining room with exposed brick, bright-green seating, and animal drawings on the walls—grind their own beef, lamb, chicken, pork, and buffalo for exquisite gourmet patties. The focus is on locally raised, grass-fed meats and unusual toppings: try the Cordon Bleu chicken burger, or even a vegetarian option. Arcade games please kids, while parents can enjoy Colorado microbrews.
701 Grand Ave., Glenwood Springs, Colorado, 81601, USA970-230–9258Known For
- The Hoggfather, with pork, pepperoni, and pizza dust
- Seared tuna burger
- Apple and pear side dish
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12. Main Street Bakery & Café
$$ | | CaféPerfectly brewed coffee and hot breakfast buns and pastries are served daily at this café, along with a full breakfast menu that includes homemade...
Perfectly brewed coffee and hot breakfast buns and pastries are served daily at this café, along with a full breakfast menu that includes homemade granola and plenty of egg dishes. Lunch brings soups, salads, sandwiches, and comfort-food favorites like chicken pot pie. On sunny days, sit on the umbrella-covered back patio.
201 E. Main St., Aspen, Colorado, 81611, USA970-925–6446Restaurant Details
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13. Matsuhisa
$$$$ | | JapaneseAlthough you shouldn't expect to see celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa in the kitchen of his hopping restaurant in an 1887 Victorian house with...
Although you shouldn't expect to see celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa in the kitchen of his hopping restaurant in an 1887 Victorian house with an elegant downstairs room and a more casual, limited-menu upstairs space, his recipes and techniques are unmistakable. Nobu's sushi rolls and his new-style sashimi are marvelous, his hot dishes delectable, and his prices astronomical.
303 E. Main St., Aspen, Colorado, 81611, USA970-544–6628Known For
- Off-menu specialty sushi rolls
- Caviar-topped seafood tartare
- Spectacular sake selection
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14. Nepal Restaurant
$ | | IndianColorful flags hang from the ceilings over the simple tables and chairs that surround a large fireplace at this little local-favorite eatery...
Colorful flags hang from the ceilings over the simple tables and chairs that surround a large fireplace at this little local-favorite eatery. Tucked into a strip mall by the highway on the west side of town, it serves wonderfully tasty, authentic Nepalese, Tibetan, and Indian food: try fish kawab (marinated overnight and then baked in a tandoor) with a side of buttery naan (chewy flat bread).
6824 Hwy. 82, Glenwood Springs, Colorado, 81601, USA970-945–8803Known For
- Extensive lamb menu
- Eight kinds of house-made bread
- Extensive vegetarian options
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15. New Belgium Ranger Station
$ | | AmericanIt's best to arrive when this place opens for lunch on sunny winter days, since the light-wood tables at this tiny, casual, slope-side restaurant...
It's best to arrive when this place opens for lunch on sunny winter days, since the light-wood tables at this tiny, casual, slope-side restaurant fill up fast with hungry skiers. Patrons squeeze in for soft pretzel rolls with dipping sauces, sandwiches, and snacks, as well as the several beers on tap from Fort Collins–based New Belgium Brewing. It's also busy in the late-afternoon après-ski period and during dinner.
100 Elbert Ln., M-115, Snowmass Village, Colorado, 81615, USA970-236–6277Known For
- Colorado-brewed beer
- Beer-and-cheese fondue sauce and hazelnut cocoa spread
- Chili nachos
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16. Pine Creek Cookhouse
$$$$ | | Modern AmericanIn winter, the only way to get to this homey log cabin with breathtaking views of the Elk Mountains is via snowshoe, cross-country ski, or horse...
In winter, the only way to get to this homey log cabin with breathtaking views of the Elk Mountains is via snowshoe, cross-country ski, or horse-drawn sleigh. In summer, you can drive to the front door, but you should consider hiking here to compensate for the filling American alpine fare. Lunch and dinners are prix fixe. Wintertime dinners are quite pricey, but they include transportation here—by sleigh or a cross-country ski trek (gear provided).
12500 Castle Creek Rd., Aspen, Colorado, 81612, USA970-925–1044Known For
- Floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the woods
- Wild game dishes
- Adventure activities
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17. Piñons
$$$$ | | Modern AmericanThe open, modern dining room at Piñons combines Old West touches (a rustic-wood decor and a faux-tin ceiling) with a contemporary menu that...
The open, modern dining room at Piñons combines Old West touches (a rustic-wood decor and a faux-tin ceiling) with a contemporary menu that goes beyond American-style entrées by incorporating selections like sashimi tuna tacos and Russian caviar. The interior fills up fast, but you can eat at the bar, with its budget-friendly, two-course, prix-fixe menu. In summer, the patio provides views of Aspen Mountain.
105 S. Mill St., Aspen, Colorado, 81611, USA970-920–2021Known For
- Creative cocktail menu
- Impeccable service
- Caviar selection
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18. Slope & Hatch
$ | | AmericanMix and match tacos and hot dogs at this small, chill spot near the Roaring Fork River that attracts families and outdoor enthusiasts looking...
Mix and match tacos and hot dogs at this small, chill spot near the Roaring Fork River that attracts families and outdoor enthusiasts looking to refuel after their adventures. Tacos range from fried fish with pico de gallo to unexpected Asian flavors, and the local, natural casing dogs are equally enticing, including the Glenwood Completo with avocado and ancho remoulade. Colorado beers offer the perfect pairing.
208 7th St., Glenwood Springs, Colorado, 81601, USA970-230–9652Known For
- Carolina dog with pulled pork and chipotle barbecue
- Thai veggie tacos
- Chorizo croquetas with Cajun gravy
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19. Smoke Modern BBQ
$ | | BarbecueHouse-made bold and tangy, thick and sweet, and smoky and spicy sauces on every table add extra flavor to the traditional barbecue dishes, perfectly...
House-made bold and tangy, thick and sweet, and smoky and spicy sauces on every table add extra flavor to the traditional barbecue dishes, perfectly prepared in an open kitchen at this casual restaurant with neutral-hue booths, wood tables, and a wall of windows. The mustard sauce pairs perfectly with the smoked chicken wings, and Southern sides and unique cocktails complement the hearty entrées.
713 Grand Ave., Glenwood Springs, Colorado, 81601, USA970-230–9795Known For
- Lively atmosphere
- Large selection of whiskey and bourbon
- Pulled pork, brisket, and ribs
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20. The Pullman
$$ | | Modern AmericanWith its exposed redbrick walls, pendant lighting, loftlike high ceilings, and zinc-topped bar, The Pullman exudes a sophisticated, urban vibe...
With its exposed redbrick walls, pendant lighting, loftlike high ceilings, and zinc-topped bar, The Pullman exudes a sophisticated, urban vibe. It's across the street from the Amtrak train station (thus, the name) in Glenwood's historic downtown area. This laid-back restaurant welcomes all types of casual diners with a contemporary American menu that specializes in pork. Depending on the season, the menu might include truffled seasonal pork rinds, roasted pork shoulder, or garlic-bacon mashed potatoes. The salads and pasta dishes are excellent as well.
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