Ajax Tavern is located at the base of Aspen Mountain. Ajax Tavern comes to life at lunch and sizzles for après ski and dinner until 10pm each evening, year round. Executive Chef Jim Butchart serves distinctive bistro food inspired by Colorado’s bounty of sustainably raised meats and produce. Guests are treated to innovative dishes such as Colorado Lamb Bolognese, House-made Charcuterie, Pristine Raw Bar Selections, and daily specials. Cocktail hour brings out Ajax Tavern’s luscious cheese fondue, decadent Ajax Truffle Fries, and other gourmet fare, all complemented by an abundance of fine wines and aperitifs. On Sunday Nights, in addition to the a ala carte menu guests can partake in Sunday Night Supper. A pre fixe menu for the entire table served family style. Ajax Tavern is open daily from 11:30am to 10:00pm. Reservations are taken for dinner only. Complete parties will be seated for lunch on a first come first served basis.

Aspen’s #1 Family Restaurant where kids can make their own pizzas. Pronounced (Broon∙a∙let’s∙ski). Aspen’s Italian Pizzeria. Serving contemporary and traditional Italian cuisine: fresh salads, hearty paninis, tender chicken picatta, enormous meat lasagna, spaghetti with meat balls, and their signature thin crust pizzas. A perfect environment for any occasion and a great local’s bar that is always rockin. Lunch and Dinner.

Authentic, traditional and contemporary Mexican food that is a level above the ordinary, the Cantina offers outstanding cuisine influenced from all regions of Mexico. Passionate about great food and good times, the all new Cantina provides Aspen with a vibrant, hip, fun and casual environment that appeals to all. Open for lunch, dinner and late night.

5-star creative, contemporary American cuisine. Candlelight and antler chandeliers provide an intimate atmosphere for dining. Relax in the great room with overstuffed chairs and fireplace with walls covered in first class Western art. Enjoy the Old English bar featuring premium liquors found nowhere else. Dancing nightly. Open from 6:30 pm. Reservations required. Catering and event planning also available.

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Aspen’s Wienerstube Restaurant is returning to its European roots and raising the level of the food and fun beyond Aspen’s heights this winter with a new dinner menu! Harald Neuweg, South Florida's renowned Austrian Chef has purchased the Wienerstube Restaurant and will feature a variety of roasts, fish and seafood, a large variety of sausages, rich home made soups and delightful European salads. Try Harald’s famous Wienerschnitzel, Austria’s renowned dish, made with your choice of veal, pork or chicken. There are also marinated and organic salads, authentic Austrian soups, a delicious variety of appetizers and of course, decadent Austrian desserts. Dinners are served from 5pm-10:30pm daily. The Wienerstube will continue serving its award winning breakfast selections and the lunch menu will reflect authentic Austrian fare. This winter, Harald will be offering a typical Austrian Après-Ski with GLÜHWEIN and JAGERTEE from 3 pm to 6pm. Reservations recommended.

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A modern American restaurant serving only the freshest ingredients, using innovative methods of cooking and buying locally. Taste tantalizing flavors in a casual environment. DishAspen, located on the Hyman Ave. mall in an historic building, features more than 250 wine selections, specialty cocktails, a variety of shared plates, soup flights, creative side dishes, fresh meat and seafood. They are family friendly with menu items for every palate. Private chef’s table in the kitchen seats up to 12. Bar menu and kids menu. Weekly cooking classes. Catering and private parties. Serving dinner from 5:30pm.

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Aspen’s modern American bistro, serving contemporary cuisine in a warm & inviting atmosphere. Since 2000, a local’s favorite with great atmosphere, friendly service & excellent food. Chef Drew Scott’s exquisite cuisine continues to take diners to new heights. Extensive wine list--Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2007 and 2008. Late night menu and bar/lounge area chicer than ever. Nightly for dinner 5:30-10pm. Late night bar menu till 11:30pm. Private parties available.

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Casual mountain dining located at the base of Buttermilk Mountain. Enjoy their deluxe continental breakfast with all you could ever want. Their homestyle dinner menu offers a selection of affordable and delicious pastas as well as savory filets and pork chops. Serving continental breakfast 7-10am, dinner 5-10pm. Try their Sunday brunch from 10am-2pm and their Friday night patio BBQ from 5-10pm.

Located in the downtown core of Aspen with panoramic mountain views, Jimmy’s is a blend of Rocky Mountain comfort and city sophistication. Serving “Fierce American Food,” Jimmy’s offers the finest-quality Steaks, Chops, Fresh Fish, Rotisserie, Crab Legs and much more. The desserts are down-home and delicious. Jimmy's also has a hand-selected collection of the best spirits, including an award-winning selection of top-shelf Tequilas and Mescals. Serving dinner from 5:30pm nightly. Big Daddy Lee and the Kingbees, Chicago-style blues every Friday, 10:30pm. Latin Dance party every Saturday after 10:30pm. Lively and local crowd. Proprietors: Jimmy Yeager and Grayson Stover. Email: jimmy@jimmysaspen.com or gstover550@hotmail.com

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Whether you’re craving delicious fresh sushi, creative Pan-Asian cuisine or a hopping bar atmosphere, Kenichi has what you want. Kenichi not only serves up exquisite dishes, it also boasts the largest sake list in the Rockies, private Tatami rooms and a hip, sophisticated ambiance. Specialties include Dynamite Shrimp, Seafood Lettuce Wraps, Colorado Lamb Chops and Pacific Halibut. Kenichi also offers catering for in-home functions and private parties. Open daily at 5:30pm. Reservations suggested.

Montagna's elegant dining room opens from the lobby of the Little Nell, Aspen's most exquisite and exclusive hotel, and the restaurant staff upholds the hotel's reputation for hospitality and attentive service. In Montagna's kitchen, chef Ryan Hardy serves a menu created from the freshest local ingredients, served with the care of an artisan and the skill of a globally trained master chef. Masterful preparations of fresh vegetables, handmade cheeses and preserves, and organic Colorado meats star in dishes that delight the mind as well as the palate. Montagna's wine program, headed by Master Sommelier Richard Betts, boasts more than 20,000 bottles and is consistently listed among the best in the world. Montagna is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Complimentary valet parking.

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Pacifica is an ideal venue for an intimate gathering of up to sixty people. Inside it's easygoing and relaxed and features an exceptional raw bar and extensive wine list. The menu highlights seafood, fresh lobster, captivating grilled entrees, infused martinis and a not-to-be-missed raw bar all in the heart of Aspen's action. Its next-to-Wagner Park location and views of Aspen Mountain make Pacifica a must-visit. Renowned Chef Bryan Nelson can tailor the menu to meet the desires of your group. Pacifica is open daily for happy hour and dinner.

Summer: The Pine Creek Cookhouse serves exquisite gourmet meals in spectacular surroundings with breath-taking views of the Elk Mountain Range. Enjoy healthy lunches on the sunny deck or wild game and fresh seafood as the sun goes down. The Pine Creek Cookhouse welcomes groups of all sizes and hosts a variety of private functions including weddings, luncheons, barbeques and corporate events. Located 11 miles up Castle Creek Road in Ashcroft. Reservations recommended for lunch and dinner.
Winter: Ashcroft is the premiere cross-country area in the nation with miles of groomed trails. The towering 14,000-foot peaks of the Elk Mountains surround this pristine valley. Spectacular ski terrain offers something for everybody with dedicated trails for snowshoers. Phone the King Cabin for information, rentals, and lessons, (970) 925-1971. The legendary Pine Creek Cookhouse has been recreated in a spectacular new log cabin. This renowned restaurant serves gourmet lunches and dinners. Enjoy an Aspen winter tradition with a guided cross-country ski or snowshoe tour by miner's lamp or a romantic sleigh ride to the Cookhouse. Lunches begin at noon. Dinner tours begin at 6:30pm. Luxury backcountry cabin rental also available. Reservations (970) 925-1044.

"The first and greatest of necessities is food, which is the condition of life and existence." – Plato's Republic, Book 2 Elevate your palate to new heights, with appealingly diverse, freshly prepared offerings in picturesque settings. Enjoy an Olympian view with the sun setting on the Rockies while you are treated to the finest and most eclectic dining in Aspen. Prepared by their Executive Chef Jason Mayle, Plato's menu offers a simple but contemporary cuisine based upon Colorado and international culinary influences. Chef Mayle and his team take the time to choose the perfect seasonal ingredients to make your meal a truly memorable one.

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Steeped in Victorian elegance with a menu influenced by the tastes of the wild, this intimate restaurant offers an absolutely Aspen dining experience. Set in a quaint Victorian house complete with lace curtains heavy wooden furniture, an individually selected adjustable antique lamps at each table, Poppies has earned its reputation as the most romantic restaurant in town. Poppies' creations are rich, indulgent, perhaps best described as rustic Provencal with a Colorado flair. The food is as nuanced as traditional French but takes its inspiration from the mountains and is infused with the bounty of the forest—wild mushrooms, berries, game, fresh fish and more. "The best Steak au Poivre in town"—the late Ed Bradley • CBS 60 Minutes Located in a quiet neighborhood a few blocks from downtown, Poppies captures the essence of Aspen in its elegant, historic setting and gourmet Colorado cuisine. Open Tuesday–Saturday, 6–10:30 pm.

At Ruth’s Chris Steak House, you’ll always find exceptional steaks, selected from the top 2% of the country’s beef -- broiled in 1800-degree ovens and served sizzling on 500 degree plates, every bite is hot and delicious. Wonderful, fresh seafood specials, extensive wine list and enticing bar menu all night long. Join us at our beautiful, two-level dining room or on our outdoor patio and balcony seating with the best views of Aspen Mountain. Live entertainment Thursday-Sunday, four nights a week. Dinner served from 5pm. Now open for lunch from 11:30-2:30pm daily. Full bar, handicapped accessible, AE, DC, MC, V, traveler’s checks accepted. Reservations strongly recommended. 447 East Cooper St., corner of Galena and Cooper. (970) 925-1167 It’s warm, it’s welcoming, and it’s elegant, without ever being stuffy!

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The newest addition to Aspen’s restaurant row. Featuring “global tapas,” small plates designed to be shared. Offering an exciting menu with flavors from Asia, Europe & the Americas. Sample a wide variety of dishes served in a vibrant, social & fun atmosphere. Try pairings from our award winning wine list (Wine Spectator Award of Excellence). Reservations suggested in the dining room or join them in the cozy upstairs lounge for a bite, glass of wine, and their signature cocktails. Open nightly for dinner 5:30-10pm. Lounge open until 1:30am. Private parties available.

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Willow Creek Bistro is a contemporary Colorado-American Bistro; they focus on Decadent Comfort Food using Local and Regional ingredients, combined w/ traditional methods of cooking. They specialize in Colorado and Rocky Mountain game meats and fresh fish flown in daily. Enjoy themed food and wine dinners from around the world on select Thursdays for five courses of exquisite cuisine perfectly paired with exceptional wines for $75 per person. Or, reserve a seat nightly at the Chef's Corner for an up close and personal adventure with the Chefs of Willow Creek Bistro as they create a menu tailored specifically to your requests and desires. Willow Creek Bistro is open Wednesday through Sunday for breakfast from 7am -10:30am; lunch from 11am-2pm; and dinner from 5:30pm-9pm. Join Chef Jami and his team for an unforgettable, first class dining experience in Decadent Comfort Food.

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Boasting panoramic views of the areas surrounding Fanny Hill, the Brothers’ Grille is a perennial favorite for any meal. Experience the best breakfast in Snowmass or lunches that offer everything from big juicy burgers to tasty pizzas and other specialty items. Don’t miss the après ski specials! Dinner dishes up local favorites, plus wild game and prime rib slow-cooked on a state-of-the-art rotisserie. The full bar serves espresso drinks and features wines by the glass, chosen to complement the chef’s daily specials, as well as an extensive wine list. Private dining room available for those special occasions. On the 5th floor of the SilvetreeHote; ski-in from Fanny Hill. Breakfast 7am–11am; lunch 11:30am–3pm; après ski 3pm–5pm; dinner 5:30pm to 10pm, reservations strongly recommended. (970) 923-8285, www.brothersgrille.com.

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A Whole New Snowmass Dining Experience Begins This Winter!! New condominiums. New restaurants. New retail shops. All of those amenities and more await you in Snowmass this winter. The unveiling of Snowmass Village's billon-dollar transformation begins this ski season with the first significant residential, restaurant and retail openings in Base Village.There will also be more than $20 million in on-mountain improvements including a high-speed quad chairlift and a new mountaintop restaurant, Sam's Smokehouse. At least five new restaurants will be open for service this winter in Base Village: Buchi, Sweet Life, Junk, Liquid Sky and Sneaky's Tavern, and look for additional restaurant announcements.

Ask any local what is the best restaurant In The Valley and the Artisan will be at the top of their list. Chef David Von Holten has created a World class menu while still maintaining a casual Colorado atmosphere. The bar menu offers great sandwiches and appetizers and is considered the best deal in Snowmass. Enjoy an après ski cocktail by the fireplace or try the Maytag Blue Cheese Burger, known by locals as the finest burger in town. Adjacent to the fireside lounge the restaurant offers a diverse menu influenced by modern Italian, Asian, French, and New World tastes. Try the slow roasted duck with drunken cherry sauce or the Colorado lamb chops with rosemary polenta and Moroccan olive plum tomato ragu. Open daily for happy hour and dinner. Private rooms are available for larger parties. Reservations are suggested.

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Ski-in from Fanny Hill and relax next to the fireplace in the cozy atmosphere of this intimate après ski lounge, featuring delicious appetizers, fine wines, and full bar. Heart of the Rockies performs during après-ski, Friday–Sunday. 2pm – 8pm daily, 100 Elbert Lane, in the Silvertree Hotel, (970) 923-8287.

Spectacular views overlooking the Brush Creek Valley make this the perfect spot to meet with friends and family for dinner. Begin with cocktails in the Wildwood lobby bar, then move on to the biggest and best salad bar in town (guaranteed to satiate even the most discerning vegetarian of the group). Choose from a wide selection of main course favorites and several succulent cuts of steaks. There is an extensive wine list, with 30 labels for under $30, as well as numerous high-end domestic and imported wines. Reservations accepted, serving 5–10 p.m. nightly. Early-bird special (20% off entrees) from 5–6 p.m. daily. In the Wildwood Lodge on Elbert Lane, just above the Village Mall. (970) 923-8289, www.villagesteakhouse.com

Voted the WC Fields Magic Bartender of the Year from Hollywood's Magic Castle, Doc Eason's show is the perfect combination of comedy and magic. His show is perfect for an intimate dinner party or a large corporate event. Weddings and family reunions are a specialty. Check out www.doceason.com or contact him directly at (970) 948-3661.

First Class VIP Table Service: $600 for reserved table, name with doorman, $600 worth of bottle service, stewardess server. No Cover Coach (regular bar service). Jeans allowed. 10% incentive program for concierge/event planners of total dollar expenditure (minus tax and tip) for booked tables and private parties. Please contact Janine Schoonover at (202) 631-6527 or janineflylounge@aol.com for booking or details. Winter Hours: Monday-Sunday 9pm-2am. Call for Aspre Happy Hour details. www.flyloungeaspen.com

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Aspen’s premier wine, liquor and beer shop has a knowledgeable staff and a spacious atmosphere, making your shopping experience a pleasure. Selected wines from around the world provide a vast selection for all budgets - find your favorite wine or ask them to suggest a new experience. They offer free delivery with $50 minimum and free ice. Call them ahead of time and ask them to stock your condo or home before you arrive. Private parties and corporate events are their specialty. Open 10:30am-10pm, Monday-Saturday and 12-7pm on Sundays. Next to City Market, one block from the Gondola. VISA, MasterCard, Discover & American Express gladly accepted.

There’s a spicy force on Aspen’s nightlife scene: Salsa Night at Jimmy’s, where Aspen’s Latino culture has a crowd of regulars partying way past midnight. Just as the dinner crowd begins to wind down, the tables are pulled back and the steamy, tropical beat of Afro-Latino rhythms begin to percolate through the room. As if choreographed by Tito Puente, crisply dressed pairs flock onto the dance floor to perform their seductively synchronized movements. It is a multicultural phenomenon that can rarely be witnessed anywhere else in this valley. Having taken tango and salsa dance lessons for more than a year, Jimmy was searching for an outlet for his newfound passion. “I was just looking for a place where my friends and I could dance.” The Saturday night gigs have fast become an Aspen institution, inhabited by true aficionados, devotees of the Latino musical genre, and curious wannabes who quickly fall prey to these additively sexy rhythms. Jimmy’s Salsa Night is the newest hot and spicy addition to Aspen’s late-night scene.

The Chocolate Classic is a festive family and community event held near Valentine’s Day at the historic Hotel Jerome. The center of the event is a chocolate competition that will delight and excite the taste buds. The Chocolate Classic benefits RESPONSE a local non-profit dedicated to ending interpersonal violence by providing support, education and direct services. The Chocolate Classic will be held February 12th, 2009 at the Hotel Jerome, 6pm-8:30pm.

The Woody Creek Community Center coffeeshop is open six days a week from 7:00 am to around 6pm, and open until noon on Sunday, serving hearty coffee and espressos. Homemade baked goods are a specialty, including cinnamon rolls, pies, cookies, and pound cakes. Very casual. Located 8 miles from Aspen (next to the Tavern).

For a true Colorado Western experience, ride the Burlingame lift and enjoy lunch at the Lynn Britt Cabin. Featuring local ingredients, lunch is served on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Special catering is available for any occasion. Reservations are recommended – call (970) 923-0479 or e-mail lynnbrittcabin@aspensnowmass.com.

Located at the top of Aspen Mountain, the Sundeck restaurant offers a full lunch menu with grilled items, fresh sandwiches, vegetarian dishes, homemade pizza, salads, wok selections (on weekends), desserts and beverages. Relax outside on the sun-filled deck and enjoy the spectacular views. The Sundeck is open from 11am to 3pm daily. Phone (970) 429-6971 or www.aspensnowmass.com/onmountain/dining

This 2,600-square-foot Japanese comfort food restaurant seats 80 seat with a noodle bar during the day and additional menu items like sushi rolls and Kobe beef burgers at night. Opens 12/17.

Dine at 10,740 feet…ski or snowboard to the Cloud Nine Alpine Bistro, located on Aspen Highlands beneath the summit of the Cloud Nine high-speed quad. An alpine ski hut with casual table settings and an outdoor deck, this full-service restaurant with majestic views of the Maroon Bells is open for lunch with a prix fixe menu that changes daily and public snowcat dinners on Thursday nights. Reservations are required for the Tuesday and Thursday dinners (available starting in mid-February). Also available for private functions and dinners throughout the winter season (970-923-8715 or 970-429-3231).

Gwyn’s unique cafeteria setting offers a variety of dishes that will tempt your senses and get you out quickly for another run. For a relaxing lunch, sit down in Gwyn's and indulge in a fine bottle of wine and our creative alpine cuisine. Come join us, take off your boots and enjoy!

Junk plans on redefining fast food forever. “Good Junk, Bad Junk, (the only Junk your mom will let you eat)” may be the eatery’s tag line, yet its natural and organic ingredients smack of something a bit healthier that is still delicious.

Hipsters will kick back at Liquid Sky, an après hot spot with an indoor-outdoor lounge, complete with all-day dining.

Summer: For a nighttime adventure, take a cozy, heated snowcat from the Snowmass Village Mall to the Lynn Britt Cabin, this rustic, yet elegant, western mountain cabin is your destination for an incredible evening of food and fun.
Winter: For a true Snowmass experience, enjoy great local Colorado cuisine at our rustic mid-mountain cabin. Join us fro lunch or for a special evening of Colorado fare and entertainment. Reservations are recommended for lunch and required for dinner.

Located mid-mountain on Aspen Highlands, the Merry-Go-Round is a self-serve restaurant that is open for lunch daily and continues to boast the largest outdoor deck in the valley. Serving favorite fare such as burgers, homemade soups, salads, pizzas, wraps and tasty desserts. Don't miss our express line serving sandwiches and fresh-tossed salad. Also, stop by the bar for beer and margaritas, with televisions for your viewing pleasure.

This $2.9 million restaurant adjacent to The Treehouse features both indoor & outdoor bar/dining seating and American bistro style cuisine.

Spectacular views of Pyramid Peak and the Maroon Creek valley. The popular "make your own" Mongolian grill offers a huge variety of vegetables, beef, chicken, pork, shrimp, tofu and delicious sauces. Great burgers, soups and chilis. Cafeteria-style, open for lunch during ski season only.

Located at the top of Aspen Mountain, the Sundeck restaurant offers a full lunch menu with grilled items, fresh sandwiches, vegetarian dishes, homemade pizza, salads, wok selections, desserts and beverages. Open 11am to 3pm. daily. Relax outside on the sun-filled deck and enjoy the spectacular views.

The Sweet Life rocks as a 1950s style diner upstairs and a creamery parlor and candy store downstairs, featuring ice cream made on-site with fresh ingredients and no preservatives. Interactive features, an 8-top S’mores table, and creative family favorites await.

Situated at the top of the Big Burn in Snowmass, Up 4 Pizza is the perfect stop for a hungry rider on the go. The outdoor deck seats 50 and allows guests to enjoy the views from 11,800 feet. Quick and affordable, Up 4 Pizza offers fresh baked pizzas, sandwiches and homemade soups. Open for lunch during the ski season only.

Delivery from the finest restaurants of Aspen and Snowmass fresh and hot to your table. Please visit www.544FOOD.com for menus and call 544-FOOD(3663) to place your order. Open nightly 5-10pm. Grocery delivery also available.

Anyone in Aspen--local or visitor--who has had too much to drink and has no other way to get back home or to their hotel can get a free ride. You can ask any bartender or peace officer in Aspen for a Tipsy Taxi voucher that will pay for your taxi. This life-saving gift from the community is available 24-hours a day every day of the year (since 1983). Local peace officers encourage everyone who chooses to drink to do so responsibly, but they realize that sometimes plans go awry. This is a last resort to avoid drunk driving. Do the right thing: Take a Tipsy Taxi.