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Q: What makes dining in Aspen a special experience?
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A: After a day of skiing, hiking and other outdoor adventures, sitting down for a delicious lunch or dinner is a special treat.
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Q: What type of cuisine can you find in Aspen?
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A: There are many incredible restaurants in Aspen serving traditional American Alpine cuisine as well as contemporary American, Latin, vegetarian, French-American, Japanese and other flavors.
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Q: What do Aspen restaurants emphasize in their cooking?
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A: Many restaurants utilize locally sourced natural and organic ingredients to create tasty dishes full of flavor.
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Duemani, Aspen
Savor fresh seafood and Mediterranean flavors in an elegant mountain setting.
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Bringing all the best features of Modern Italian cuisine to Aspen, Duemani offers tasty, uncomplicated dishes in an elegant and relaxing environment. The menu is focused on the fresh flavors of coastal Italy; fish and sea foods feature prominently, alongside perfectly grilled prime meats. The menu starts off with a selection of morsels from the popular raw bar – think fresh oysters, scallops or Ahi Tuna and 3 different tartares. These are followed by a comprehensive selection of appetizers before you reach the tempting entrees and sides. There is something delicious to suit all palates and a curated wine list from Italy, France and the US. Browse our
Duemani, 216 S. Monach Street, Aspen, CO 81611, 970 920 2555
Campo De Fiori
Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine and a lively, rustic ambiance.
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The Campo De Fiori
menu relies heavily on prime locally sourced ingredients as well as cured meats and dry products imported from Italy.
It is headed up by Chef Guiseppe Garafalo, who has been with the restaurant for more than 20 years and brings with him many years of experience in his homeland of Italy. Guiseppe and his team strive to offer guests a genuine Italian dining experience, surrounded by the beauty of the Aspen Mountains. The You can start your Italian adventure with appetizers like the marinated grilled mixed seafood or a fresh Burrata salad, before choosing something delicious from the extensive pasta and entrée menus.
Campo de Fiore, 205 S. Mill Street, Aspen, CO 81611, 970 920 7717
The White House Tavern
Indulge in gourmet sandwiches and relax in a cozy, historic space.
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The White House Tavern is a favorite eatery amongst Aspen locals. It is an intimate, convivial bar that specializes in premium sandwiches. Sink your teeth into the French Dip Au Jous, Crispy Chicken Sandwich, or the Thai Steak & Noodle Salad. The White House Tavern resides in the historic AG Sheppard House, which was built in 1883 and is one of Aspen’s oldest structures.
The Tavern opened in 2013 and is operated by the Hillstone Restaurant Group. Executive Chef Sheamus Feeley can be found keeping himself busy in the restaurant’s exhibition kitchen. The White House Tavern is nestled between Wagner Park and Main Street.
302 East Hopkins Avenue, Aspen, Colorado, Phone: 970-925-1007
J-Bar
Sip craft cocktails and experience Aspen’s vibrant Old West charm.
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J-Bar , located in Aspen’s historic Hotel Jerome, serves small plates, pub fare, beer, and vintage-inspired cocktails in a lively, yet casual setting. Savor incredible dishes, such as the Spicy Tuna (with crispy eggplant), Bison Patty Melt, or Slow Roasted Cauliflower. Stop in for Sunday Brunch and try the Eggs in Purgatory.
Executive Chef Rob Zack is the mastermind behind J-Bar’s culinary creations. The J-Bar has been a local favorite for over a century and, like the hotel it resides in, has a rich history that originates in the mining era. You will find the saloon on downtown Aspen’s “Restaurant Row.”
330 East Main Street, Aspen, Colorado, Phone: 855-331-7213
Ajax Tavern
Enjoy après-ski dining and savor delicious dishes with mountain views.
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Ajax Tavern serves traditional French-American tavern fare in a glamorous yet inviting setting inside the five-star Little Nell hotel. Savor exquisitely prepared dishes such as the Ajax Colorado Lamb Bolognese, Mussels Marinière, Duck Cassoulet, or something from the Seafood Bar. Don’t miss the famous Ajax truffle fries.
Wine, microbrews, and handcrafted cocktails are also available. Chef de Cuisine JD Baldridge is at the helm of the kitchen at Ajax Tavern. Enjoy the views and partake in people watching at the Tavern’s perch next to the resort’s Silver Queen Gondola.
685 East Durant Avenue, Aspen, Colorado, Phone: 970-920-6334
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