14 Best Bars in Aspen

“This is such a cute venue! We came to see Michael Franti and Spearhead and it was an amazing show! The venue only holds 450 people so it's a super intimate place and of course, Michael Franti is an amazing artist who engages the audience by encouraging us to talk to a stranger, do-si-do with others, and sings in the crowd!“

“If you happen to be staying at The Little Nell or visiting Aspen make brunch reservations at Element 47. Pancake lovers: try the Lemon Soufflé Pancakes, there’s just the right amount of citrus in these decadent fluffy pancakes. Vegans & avo toast lovers try the Avocado Toast. Plentiful, perfectly seasoned mashed avocado with feta & pickled onions on house baked bread is superb. Another vegan option is the Warrior Pudding Bowl, this healthy dish is super flavorful, light yet filling. Ingredients include quinoa, hemp, chia & oat. The Nell’s famous Hot Cocoa is rich, creamy & a quintessential tribute to Valrhona’s top of the heap chocolate. The recipe includes half & half, sugar, Valrhona cocoa powder & chocolate. It’s unreal! I’m a pastry fanatic so I always can’t wait to hear what flavor hand pie (pop tart esque) is on the menu. I also stash one in my ski back pack, makes the chairlift ride even more fun!“

“For such a small town, they certainly pack in the taste buds. Located at the Hotel Jerome ( a local fave ) we stopped in and had no problem getting a table for lunch. We had the onion soup, a couple of salads, some wine and that dessert - huckleberry pie something and it did not disappoint. Plenty to share.“

“Me and my boyfriend went here for a romantic evening and had such a blast! We had Dewi and Mika as our servers they both made our night so fun and had a blast with drinks and shots. We live in Denver so definitely will have to come back sometime! Music was a vibe and the atmosphere was amazing.“

“Buck in Aspen still remains one of my all time favorites. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the food is great, but what truly sets this place apart is the service. We just popped by for a couple drinks and our bartender, Dan, provided excellent service - professional, attentive, and proficient without ever feeling intrusive. He anticipated every need, offered thoughtful recommendations, and made the entire experience feel seamless and elevated.
It’s rare to find service at this level, and Dan genuinely made us feel welcome. Buck is the kind of place that makes you want to come back for another round, or two, or three!
Highly recommend.“

“Great atmosphere! So fun!!“

“We absolutely loved celebrating our daughter's birthday here with a tea party. The food was delicious, and the tea selection was good —our teas were very aromatic and flavorful. The thoughtful kids' setting made our girls feel like little princesses. Service was great, very kid-friendly, and they even surprised us with a birthday cake! A wonderful experience all around.“

“Hands down phenomenal experience. The food toed the line of being creative yet mouth watering. The staff family is always so friendly and welcoming. This place is incredible, thank you for still keeping Aspen special. This GM is running a hell of an establishment.“

“Best in Aspen! ❤️😎Epic food and the life of Apré.. ☘️🔥“

“Our family had a wonderful meal here! Jill took a reservation for our large group of 9 people in advance which is tough to find in Aspen. Great wine recommendations, shareable apps, fresh bread! And the entrees were all loved-lots of house made pastas and the short ribs were fantastic! Look forward to coming back“

“Vibrant mix of Asian cuisine and vibrant EDM and Pop music. Mix of dining and dance if you dare! Frank the owner has assembled an amazing staff and excellent menu! If you come to Aspen you have to come and have a amazing experience at Jing!!“

“This is in the W hotel. Definitely other reviews about it feeling like a night club are accurate. We still decided to go. The food was excellent and service was also great. I'm sure this turns into a party spot later in the evening. Overall a good time but if you're looking for a casual restaurant vibe, this may not be it.“

“We had a great experience with Andres who was very accommodating as they were closing the kitchen at 11am for breakfast and we arrived at 10:58, he was kind enough to take our order anyway and was so pleasant and kind from the minute we arrived until we left.. wonderful experience. And the food was 10/10!“