Acquolina Trattoria
Italian Aspen Central Core
For a sumptuous, authentic Roman style dining experience in the heart of Aspen, come to Acquolina Trattoria & Pizzeria. The mouthwatering pastas and entrees, fresh salads and gourmet appetizers are morsels to be savored. The pizzas baked in the special domed oven are thin, crispy and wonderful. The ambience is open and welcoming, with classic black and white photos of 1950s movie stars adorning the walls. Whether eating lunch or dinner at the designer bar or in the dining room, Acquolina is a delicious Italian indulgence.
Aspen Tap Room
Nightlife Pub Aspen Central Core
Discover the unique flavors of craft beer made at 8,000 feet at the Aspen Brewing Company. At the Aspen Tap Room downtown, sample the local microbrewery’s year round and seasonal offerings. You can also purchase your favorite brews in bottles, cans, or growlers to enjoy later.
Bootsy Bellows Aspen
American Asian Italian Nightlife Aspen Central Core
Glide into the '60s art deco scene and enjoy sushi, pasta and steak at Bootsy Bellows, located 308 E Hopkins. With comfortable booths, a new sports bar lounge and late night music and eats, Bootsy Bellows is the place to sit back, relax and enjoy the finer things in life.
Brunelleschi’s
Family Friendly Nightlife Pizza Aspen Central Core
Brunelleschi's serves up gourmet pizza in a casual dining environment. An Aspen restaurant located along restaurant row, Brunelleschi's is the perfect place to enjoy a family dinner. Start off the meal with a plate of delicious bruschetta. For lunch, try the classic Brunelleschi's Italian Panini, and for dinner, the Ajax Pizza is simply delectable. Head over to Brunelleschi's for some of the best gourmet pizza in Aspen.
Campo de Fiori
Italian Nightlife Aspen Central Core
Located along what is termed downtown Aspen's Restaurant Row on Hopkins, Campo de Fiori is an Italian restaurant in the heart of Aspen's dining scene and bustling nightlife. With its downtown location, beautifully decorated interior reminiscent of a Tuscan villa, and on top of it all, the delicious and authentic Italian cuisine, Campo de Fiori is the Aspen restaurant to visit for an outstanding fine dining experience.
Casa Tua
Family Friendly Italian Nightlife Aspen Central Core
Casa Tua, located in the heart of downtown Aspen along the Cooper Avenue walking mall, truly lives up to its name, which in Italian means “your home”. The Italian restaurant creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, which is best exemplified by its Friends' Table, an enormous community dining table seating up to 24 guests. The beautifully designed interiors and tasteful artwork enhance the dining experience. Dine at Casa Tua for the community atmosphere and their delicious Northern Italian cuisine.
Chefs Club
Aspen Central Core
Time Magazine named Chefs Club Aspen one of the 100 Best Restaurants in the US. Chefs Club Aspen has a unique concept of rotating chefs, what they call “chefs-in-residence”, through their Chefs Club Residency Program. Each chef-in-residence spends a few months at Chefs Club Aspen, all the while sharing their inspired creations with guests. Dine at Chefs Club Aspen in the summer and winter and you can always expect a fresh slate of dishes as a new chef takes the helm every few months.
Creperie du Village
Family Friendly French Vegetarian Aspen Central Core
To be steeped in exquisite French food, décor and culture, saunter down the stairs to Creperie du Village at 400 E Hopkins for an experience like no other. The cozy bistro serves up the best cheese fondue in Aspen, along with to-die-for French Onion Soup, delicious charcuterie boards and savory and sweet crepes. The staff is friendly and welcoming and the wine selection is a decadent pleasure.
Element 47
American Nightlife Aspen Central Core
Formerly known as Montagna, Element 47 located inside of The Little Nell, is a fine dining restaurant focused on serving seasonal and fresh ingredients combined into marvels of culinary creation under the creative genius of Chef Robert McCormick. Featuring a sleek and modern dining room with clean lines and a unique piece of art referencing The Little Nell's award-winning wine list, Element 47 serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with five-star, five-diamond service. Take a seat at the bar to enjoy an ice cold glass of a Colorado microbrew or make reservations for what should be a truly unforgettable and luxurious dining experience.
Grateful Deli
American Family Friendly Aspen Central Core
If you’re in the mood for a quick bite to eat and a tasty sandwich, Grateful Deli is the place. This sandwich shop occupies a small space on Main Street in Aspen, where they serve a wide selection of hot and cold sandwiches. If it’s a sunny day, you can sit outside at one of their tables and enjoy your sandwich and some sunshine. Otherwise, it’s the spot for fast and affordable grab-and-go food.
Hops Culture
American Pub Aspen Central Core
If you’re into craft brews, visit Hops Culture in downtown Aspen. This hip pub offers hundreds of craft beers, plus they’re constantly rotating in new brews, so beer lovers always have something new to sample. Pair a pint or two of craft beer with their gourmet take on comfort food, and you can’t go wrong for a casual lunch or dinner in Aspen.
Jimmy’s
American Family Friendly Nightlife Pub Seafood Staff Favorites Aspen Central Core
Since 1997, Jimmy's has been Aspen's neighborhood bar, restaurant, and gathering place. From Saturday night salsa to Sunday football, Jimmy's defines the concept of "Aspen Institution." Fierce American food characterizes our menu featuring steaks, seafood and classic comfort dishes like Meatloaf and Mac & Cheese. Whether you're a local looking for a bite and lively bar scene or a visitor dining out for a special occasion, Jimmy's has the atmosphere, energy and staff to entertain.
Jour de Fete
Family Friendly French Aspen Central Core
We were honored to receive the official Aspen Times title of Best Breakfast in Aspen, as well as second Best Coffee and third Best Sandwich Shop in 2019! A mainstay of the Aspen cafe scene since the late 1980s, Jour de Fete is a local favorite for breakfast and lunch. Known for their French specialties and their homestyle cooking, Jour de Fete offers a wide selection of breakfast pastries and espresso drinks in the morning, and for lunch, they have an extensive hot and cold sandwich menu. In addition, they are well known for their prepared dishes, including pasta, sauteed vegetables, roasted meats, and the like. Make a visit before they close to pick up that evening's dinner. Any meal of the day, Jour de Fete is certain to satisfy!
Kenichi
Asian Nightlife Aspen Central Core
Kenichi is a fine dining Japanese restaurant with a cool, modern, and dimly lit dining atmosphere. With private dining rooms, a sushi bar, and a beautiful dining area, Kenichi specializes in delicious and fresh sushi and a number of other Japanese staples. Try the healthful and wholesome miso soup and the spicy edamame for a light appetizer. The stuffed shishito peppers are scrumptious as are just about every other item on the Kenichi menu. For a fun night out on the town in Aspen, make a reservation at Kenichi.
Matsuhisa
Asian Nightlife Aspen Central Core
Matsuhisa takes its name from the famed Japanese chef Nobu Matsuhisa, who owns a number of high end, fine dining Japanese restaurants around the world. With an incredible menu developed by Nobu Matsuhisa himself, the modern Japanese cuisine served at Matsuhisa Aspen is sure to inspire, satisfy, and delight. Featuring unique menu items that creatively combine fresh ingredients for a flavor explosion, Matsuhisa is shining star in the Aspen dining scene.
Meat & Cheese Restaurant and Farm Shop
American Vegetarian Aspen Central Core
Meat & Cheese Restaurant and Farm Shop is a gourmet paradise. Savor a meal made with farm fresh ingredients and plenty of culinary creativity. While one side of Meat & Cheese is dedicated to their restaurant, the other half is their Farm Shop. If you’re looking for a gourmet product for your kitchen or a custom gift basket, the Meat & Cheese Farm Shop is the place to go. They sell fresh produce, Avalanche Cheese Company products, gourmet sauces, spreads, oils, and other goods.
Mi Chola
Aspen Central Core
Located on Main Street in downtown Aspen, Mi Chola offers modern Mexican cuisine in a lively atmosphere with fun décor—think sugar skulls everywhere! Grab a table on the outdoor patio, then order a flight of fine tequilas or a prickly pear cactus margarita, some tasty street tacos, and churros for a sweet finish to your meal, and your evening is made!
Mountain Social Bar & Lounge at the St. Regis Resort Aspen
American Family Friendly Nightlife Aspen Central Core
A cozy, sophisticated lounge, the Mountain Social Bar & Lounge at the St. Regis Resort Aspen offers a comfortable and welcoming place to relax most any time of the day. Sit by the roaring fireplace with a mug of hot cocoa, take a seat near the windows to view Aspen Mountain with a glass of champagne and appetizers, or meet friends for après-ski hour. Visit Mountain Social Bar & Lounge, and look forward to an elegant atmosphere, great beverages, and even better company.
Paradise Bakery
Family Friendly Aspen Central Core
Located on a bustling corner in downtown Aspen, Paradise Bakery offers sweet treats. Visit for ice cream, cookies, brownies, muffins, hot cocoa, and coffee. Enjoy your cup of ice cream on one of the benches just outside. Most summer evenings, Aspen Music Festival students get together to play on this corner, so you’re in for a unique Aspen experience when you visit Paradise Bakery.
Prospect at the Hotel Jerome
American Family Friendly Nightlife Aspen Central Core
Serving three meals a day, Prospect at the Hotel Jerome is a fine dining restaurant offering modern American cuisine. The head chef at Prospect endeavors to fuse traditional dishes with contemporary culinary techniques, which results in truly unique and fresh flavors. For breakfast, try the eggs benedict with a gruyère biscuit, and for lunch, diners cannot go wrong with one of the Prospect sandwiches served with delicious house-cut fries or slaw. Dinner at Prospect is a special experience, as the menu mimics that of a tapas bar, with a wide selection of small plates intended to be shared with family and friends.
Pyramid Bistro
Nightlife Vegetarian Aspen Central Core
Pyramid Bistro is a vegetarian and vegan culinary paradise located inside of Explore Booksellers in a historic Victorian home on Main Street. Also serving fish and chicken, Pyramid offers incredibly fresh ingredients, delicious flavor combinations, and bright presentations. Pyramid Bistro is the place to go for a nutrient-rich, whole foods meal. After a meal that leaves you feeling light and energized, browse the bookstore, which has an excellent selection of art books, cookbooks, fiction, and non-fiction.
Ryno’s Pub & Pizzeria
American Family Friendly Nightlife Pizza Aspen Central Core
A family-friendly place for a casual dinner, Ryno’s Pub & Pizzeria is located in downtown Aspen on the Cooper Avenue walking mall. Order a couple of pies for the table and pints for the adults. Ryno’s also serves pub favorites, like burgers, fries, wings, and macaroni and cheese. After your meal, check out the arcade.
Su Casa
Nightlife Seafood Vegetarian Aspen Central Core
Located in the heart of downtown Aspen, Su Casa is known for its reasonably priced menu items and authentic Mexican dishes. Visit Su Casa for a casual and family-friendly dinner in Aspen, and try one of their tasty burrito or a fajita plates. As it is conveniently located right across the street from the Wheeler Opera House, Su Casa is a great choice for a South-of-the-border meal before catching a show.
The Big Wrap
American Family Friendly Aspen Central Core
Cash-only eatery providing counter-serve wraps, salads, tacos & smoothies in a brick-walled nook. A popular lunch spot for locals and visitors alike, The Big Wrap is a tiny eatery located right across the street from the Aspen Mountain Gondola Plaza. They offer a wide variety of wraps with chicken, beef, tofu, vegetables, and a variety of other fillings. They also serve tacos, salads, soups, smoothies, and snacks.
The Monarch
American Aspen Central Core
Experience sophisticated, British dining fused with American steakhouse cuisine in the heart of Aspen. The Monarch isn’t your ordinary steakhouse, with its superior cuts of steak and caviar served on sterling silver. Prepare for a memorable meal, in what feels like, according to The Monarch, a “posh London gentlemen’s club”. Ladies welcome, too!
The Red Onion
American Family Friendly Nightlife Aspen Central Core
One of the oldest restaurants in Aspen, The Red Onion offers casual dining in the heart of downtown in a beautiful, historic saloon. An excellent place to catch a sports game or to get together for a late night drink with friends, The Red Onion is an Aspen bar that offers classic bar staples with a twist, including their green chili mac & cheese, pulled pork sliders, and ginger-lime chicken wings. Discover a treasured piece of Aspen's history at The Red Onion.
White House Tavern
American Family Friendly Aspen Central Core
White House Tavern is an Aspen restaurant on Restaurant Row that serves sandwiches and salads. Located inside of a charming, white Victorian, White House Tavern has an inviting atmosphere, friendly waitstaff, and on top of it all, delicious food. Visit The White House Tavern in Aspen for a casual meal with the family.