Aspen offers a renowned restaurant scene that rivals that of larger cities with a variety of cuisines for every palate. Along with the classic downtown fare, new eateries continue to join the eclectic variety of available eats and are already making a name for themselves. These dining spots are quickly becoming some of the best restaurants in Aspen to enjoy a great meal after a day of activities in and around the area.
New Restaurants in Aspen
Looking to venture out and try something new? We have you covered. This list has been refreshed to reflect what’s currently open, along with the latest arrivals to the Aspen and Snowmass dining scene.
1. Silvers
710 E. Durant Ave., Aspen
If you know a New York bagel, you know. Silvers opened in August 2025 in the storefront long occupied by the beloved Jour de Fête, using a water filtration system that remineralizes Aspen tap water to deliver that signature New York chew. Helmed by Executive Chef Alberto Figueroa (formerly of Toro at the Viceroy Snowmass) and Pastry Chef Andre Silva, the cafe and market specializes in bagel sandwiches, housemade baguette and sourdough (challah on Fridays), and takeaway salads and entrees like chicken schnitzel and lasagna Bolognese. Soups, desserts, packaged provisions, and espresso round out the menu, plus pastrami sourced from sixth-generation New York meat purveyor Lobel’s.
2. Petit Trois at Mollie Aspen
111 S. Garmisch St., Aspen
The permanent restaurant inside the 68-room Mollie Aspen hotel, Petit Trois launched in December 2025 with a dining room, lounge, and bar. Created by chef Ludo Lefebvre, whose Trois Mec in Los Angeles earned a Michelin star in 2019, the Aspen location serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner in classic Parisian style using local ingredients when possible. Expect steak frites, Burgundy escargots, French onion soup, and Lefebvre’s signature “Big Mec” burger, paired with French and California wines selected by master sommeliers and Little Nell alums Dustin Wilson and Sabato Sagaria.
3. Golden Horn
320 S. Mill St., Aspen (downstairs)
A sports bar, gastropub, and game hall named for the legendary restaurant that occupied its namesake building from 1949 to 1996, Golden Horn opened in summer 2026 and aims to bring back some old-school Aspen energy. Owners John Bukac and Sam Hayes tapped designer Tim Sack to build out a long maple-topped bar, horseshoe banquettes, and historic materials repurposed from local watering holes of the past. The menu is classic American bar food with a health-forward twist (salads and protein bowls alongside burgers and wings, plus an $8 shot-and-a-beer), served for lunch and dinner. Add in TVs throughout, two free-to-play pool tables rescued from the old Eric’s Bar, and a golf simulator.
4. LoLa 41
110 W. Main St., Aspen (at White Elephant Aspen)
Opened in June 2026 inside the new White Elephant Aspen hotel, LoLa 41 serves sushi and global cuisine drawing on flavors from countries along the 41st parallel (Japan, Korea, China, Italy, Greece, Spain). Rich wood, plush red seating, brass accents, and pulsing music reprise the atmosphere of its sister restaurants in Nantucket, Palm Beach, Naples, and Boston. Expect breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a salon with a central bar, outdoor seating, and a hidden lower-level private space called 41 Below.
5. Madame Ushi
415 E. Hyman Ave., Aspen
Madame Ushi Japanese Steakhouse and the adjacent Gala nightclub offer a unique dual-concept space for food and entertainment. The well-curated menu is a great place to enjoy dinner and creative cocktails after a full day of shopping, skiing, or hiking. Housed in the former 7908 Supper Club space, the upscale Japanese restaurant boasts green velvet chairs, sleek modern walls, and a beautifully crafted open bar. Sushi and izakaya-inspired dishes highlight premium Wagyu beef and seafood sourced from top international and domestic purveyors. As the evening unfolds, the energy shifts and the space transforms into a dinner-to-nightlife destination hosting global DJs.
6. Parc Aspen
620 E. Hyman Ave., Aspen
Opened in the space L’Hostaria vacated, Parc Aspen quickly earned a reputation as one of Aspen’s best restaurants. Locally owned by Maryanne and Harley Sefton, Parc focuses on seasonally curated, contemporary American dishes with a Euro-French flair under Executive Chef Stefano Schiaffino, who blends French technique with his Peruvian heritage. The space offers multiple levels of dining, from an approachably priced bar menu to a contemporary fine dining room and the private 620 Room for up to 12 guests, alongside a wine list recognized with Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence. Dinner is served Wednesday through Sunday.
7. Mawita
305 Aspen Airport Business Center, Suite J, Aspen
Spanish for “little Mawa,” the nickname given to chef Mawa McQueen by her team at neighboring Mawa’s Kitchen, Mawita showcases the award-winning chef’s favorite flavors of Spain through her European-African lens. (Note: Mawita relocated to Aspen after three years in Snowmass Base Village.) The menu highlights tapas such as plantain bravas, Wagyu meatballs in mafé peanut sauce, and tortilla Española, along with imported Spanish cheeses, charcuterie, and Ibérico ham, plus spice-forward dishes like za’atar grilled red snapper and jerk salmon. Large pans of paella are made for sharing, Spanish wines are reasonably priced, and the signature dessert is crepe Suzette, flambéed tableside for two.
8. Sant Ambroeus
Restaurant: 201 E. Main St., Aspen | Cafe: 520 E. Hyman Ave., Aspen
The popular Italian hospitality brand, with locations in New York, Palm Beach, and the Hamptons, is now fully established in Aspen. Sant Ambroeus Aspen Restaurant opened in February 2025 in the resurrected 1889 Main Street Bakery building, infused with Milan modernism and serving decadent Italian fare like osso buco, veal Milanese, and langoustine agnolotti, with the cabin-like Il Baretto bar across the courtyard. The sister coffee shop on Hyman Avenue remains open, serving espresso, cappuccino, paninis, salads, and pastries.
9. Taikun Sushi
At Bad Harriet inside the Hotel Jerome, 330 E. Main St., Aspen (seasonal)
Originally a pop-up at the Marble Bar at the Aspen Residences, Taikun Sushi has returned to Aspen as a recurring seasonal takeover at Bad Harriet. This New York-based restaurant, from chef Kei Yoshino and restaurateur Ryan Chadwick, markets itself as an “omakase experience in the Rocky Mountains,” meaning diners relinquish control to the chef. The current run operates June through October 2026, sourcing from premier international markets including Tokyo’s Toyosu Fish Market. The multi-course “chef’s choice” experience runs about $225 per person, with an optional sake pairing. Because it runs seasonally, it’s best to confirm dates and reservations before planning a visit.
10. Almresi
219 E. Durant Ave., C5, Aspen (seasonal)
Local favorite Almresi is known for its deliciously simple, authentic specialties from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, including fondue and schnitzel. The interior evokes old Europe with rustic wood tables, wood paneling, and decor imported directly from Germany and Austria, contributing to a true alpine experience. Note that Almresi operates seasonally and typically closes during Aspen’s off-seasons, so check ahead before you go.
Also Worth Knowing
Another recent arrival worth a mention: Explore Coffee Bar (221 E. Main St., upstairs at Explore Booksellers) is a low-key, skylit cafe in the space Pyramid Bistro once occupied, serving Bonfire coffee, pastries, and locally made beer and wine in a community “third space” setting.
A Note on a Few Former Favorites
Aspen’s dining scene changes fast. A couple of spots from our earlier roundup have since closed: Unravel Aspen (the Gravity Haus coffee shop at 315 E. Hyman) closed permanently in fall 2025, and Yogi’s (the family-friendly spot near Rio Grande Park) closed in spring 2025; that space is now home to 520 Grill.
Reservations for Aspen Restaurants
As a guest of Alpine Property, you are invited to use our knowledgeable concierge for local recommendations or assistance with reservations for Aspen restaurants. All of our Aspen rentals provide the comforts of home along with the finest amenities and service to make your stay in Aspen unforgettable. Reach out to our team if you are interested in learning more about our available properties.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Restaurants in Aspen
What are the newest restaurants in Aspen?
The newest restaurants in Aspen include Golden Horn and LoLa 41, both of which opened in summer 2026, along with Petit Trois at Mollie Aspen (December 2025) and Silvers (August 2025). Chef Mawa McQueen’s tapas concept Mawita also relocated from Snowmass to Aspen. Aspen’s dining scene changes seasonally, so it’s worth checking current hours before you go.
What new restaurants opened in Aspen in 2025 and 2026?
Recent Aspen openings include Silvers (New York-style bagels, August 2025), Sant Ambroeus Aspen Restaurant (Italian, February 2025), Petit Trois at Mollie Aspen (French, December 2025), Golden Horn (gastropub and sports bar, summer 2026), and LoLa 41 at White Elephant Aspen (global cuisine and sushi, June 2026). Mawita, chef Mawa McQueen’s Spanish tapas restaurant, also reopened in Aspen after several years in Snowmass.
What is the best new fine dining restaurant in Aspen?
For fine dining, Parc Aspen and Petit Trois at Mollie Aspen are two of the strongest recent additions. Parc Aspen offers contemporary American cuisine with a Euro-French flair and a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list, while Petit Trois brings classic Parisian cooking from Michelin-starred chef Ludo Lefebvre. LoLa 41 and Madame Ushi are also popular upscale options for global cuisine and Japanese dining, respectively.
Where can I get the best bagels in Aspen?
Silvers, located at 710 E. Durant Ave., is Aspen’s go-to spot for New York-style bagels. It opened in August 2025 in the former Jour de Fête space and uses a water filtration system that remineralizes local tap water to mimic New York water, producing the signature chewy texture. Silvers also serves bagel sandwiches, prepared takeaway meals, salads, soups, and espresso.
Are reservations required at Aspen’s newest restaurants?
Reservations are strongly recommended at Aspen’s upscale restaurants, especially during peak winter and summer seasons and around major events like the Food & Wine Classic. Fine dining spots such as Parc Aspen, LoLa 41, Madame Ushi, and Petit Trois take reservations through their websites or platforms like OpenTable and Resy. Casual spots like Silvers and Explore Coffee Bar are walk-in friendly. As a guest of Alpine Property, you can also use our concierge to help secure reservations.
Which Aspen restaurants are open year-round versus seasonally?
Many Aspen restaurants operate year-round, but some close during the spring and fall “off-seasons” between the ski and summer seasons. Almresi typically closes seasonally, and Taikun Sushi at Bad Harriet runs as a seasonal pop-up (its 2026 run is roughly June through October). Downtown mainstays like Silvers, Parc Aspen, and Madame Ushi generally stay open year-round, though hours can vary, so it’s always best to confirm ahead.
What new restaurants are near Snowmass?
Mawita, chef Mawa McQueen’s Spanish tapas restaurant, spent several years in Snowmass Base Village before relocating to the Aspen Airport Business Center between Aspen and Snowmass. Snowmass and the greater Roaring Fork Valley continue to see new dining options, and Alpine Property’s concierge can offer current recommendations for both Aspen and Snowmass based on where you’re staying.
Which popular Aspen restaurants have recently closed?
Two spots from earlier restaurant roundups have closed: Unravel Aspen, the Gravity Haus coffee shop at 315 E. Hyman, closed permanently in fall 2025, and Yogi’s, the family-friendly restaurant near Rio Grande Park, closed in spring 2025. The former Yogi’s space is now home to 520 Grill, an affordable local restaurant.
