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Find a list of our favorite places in Aspen and Snowmass to eat, drink, and stay busy in the Roaring Fork valley! See below for recommendations in the following order: Snowmass restaurants, Aspen restaurants and bars, and our favorite scenic hikes.

Venga Venga

105 Daly Lane, Snowmass Village, CO 81615

Bryant brother's family favorite on Snowmass mountain. Amazing casual Mexican food!

Kenichi Snowmass

110 Carriage Way, Snowmass Village, CO 81615

A lively eatery & bar with neon-tinged, modern decor & a hip following for Japanese fare & sushi.

Woody Creek Tavern

2858 Upper River Road, Woody Creek, CO 81656

A local and dive-y spot with an incredible burger! Perfect for post biking/hiking refreshments!

Slice of Italy

69 Wood Run Road, Snowmass Village, CO 81615

Nestled at the base of Snowmass Ski Resort, Slice of Italy offers an authentic Italian dining experience that transports you straight to the heart of Italy. Our menu features handmade pastas, including lobster ravioli and pappardelle with bolognese, alongside artisan pizzas on homemade crusts.

Stark's Alpine Grill

100 Elbert Lane, Snowmass Village, CO 81615

From pancakes stacked high to a sizzling steak dinner and kid-friendly bites, this slopeside eatery offers an inviting sunrise to sundown Snowmass resort dining experience. Stark’s Alpine Grill delivers a fusion of traditional steakhouse classics, an eclectic blend of flavors, and locally sourced, high-quality ingredients.

White House Tavern

302 East Hopkins Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611

MUST TRY for brunch or lunch, and must order the chicken sandwich. Thank us later.

Las Montañas

205 South Mill Street, Aspen, CO 81611

Tex-Mex classics— and we're hard to impress! Best fajitas, margaritas, vibes, with a fun outdoor rooftop.

Jing Aspen

413 East Main Street, Aspen, CO 81611

Best sushi in Aspen in my opinion! Super popular and fun. For over a decade JING has been one of the most recognized and highest rated restaurants in Aspen.

Catch Steak Aspen

515 East Hopkins Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611

Great for a nice steakhouse dinner, amazing views from the outdoor rooftop!

Pine Creek Cookhouse

12500 Castle Creek Road, Aspen, CO 81611

Take a scenic drive out to Pine Creek Cookhouse, which is nestled against the mountains and serves amazing local food. A beautiful and upscale date night spot— highly recommend!

J-Bar @ Hotel Jerome

330 East Main Street, Aspen, CO 81611

With its lively buzz and Old West vibe, the 19th century bar remains the town’s social hub, where ski bums rub elbows with socialites over craft beers, vintage-inspired cocktails and Aspen’s best burger. Make sure to take a peek at the original Chinoiserie Chippendale till, signed by every bartender to work at J-Bar over the years.

Casa Tua Aspen

403 South Galena Street, Aspen, CO 81611

Great Italian!

Matsuhisa

303 East Main Street, Aspen, CO 81611

Acclaimed Japanese seafood & tasting menus by chef Nobu Matsuhisa prepared in understated surrounds. Located within a 120-year old Main Street Victorian house in downtown Aspen, Matsuhisa Aspen opened in 1998 as the first Matsuhisa location outside of Chef Nobu’s original Beverly Hills restaurant.

French Alpine Bistro - Crêperie du Village

400 East Hopkins Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611

A chic french bistro that showcases the best of French cuisine, wine and cocktails. Enjoy fondue on the patio or a delicious beef bourgeon inside the perfectly cozy restaurant.

Clark's Oyster Bar - Aspen

517 East Hyman Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611

Clark’s Aspen has become an Aspen institution for all things seafood including freshly shucked oysters, crudo, lobster roll, daily fish specials, caviar and blini, and bowls of chowder and cioppino. Clark’s is open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week.

Aspen Brewing Company

121 South Galena Street, Aspen, CO 81611

The best stop in Aspen for fresh, award-winning beer and delicious eats! Savor handcrafted pints alongside artisan pizza and tasty small bites. Play darts, catch the game, and soak up the Colorado sunshine on our year-round patio. A must-visit spot for locals and visitors alike!

Maroon Bells walk / hike

CO 81654

The Maroon Bell mountains are located just 16 miles from Snowmass Village and have been named as the most photographed place in Colorado, providing the perfect spot to enjoy a scenic hike or just enjoy the view. The Maroon Bells are accessible via car or RFTA shuttle both of which require a reservation.

American Lake Trail

10081 Castle Creek Road, Aspen, CO 81611

Madeline's favorite hike in Aspen. It's an intermediate-level hike and about 4 hours round trip, but the views during the hike and at the top are gorgeous!

Crater Lake Trail

This is quite possibly one of the most iconic hikes in the nation and certainly in the Aspen Snowmass area, this is a can’t miss hike. This hike takes you from the Maroon Bells visitors center area up to the actual base of the Maroon Bells at Crater Lake and is 3.45 miles long.

Brush Creek Trailhead

Snowmass Village, CO 81611

The Brush Creek Bike Path starts by the Snowmass Village Mall and runs parallel to Brush Creek Road. This paved trail has great views with a scenic setting by the creek and is 5.88 miles long.

Kemo Sabe Aspen

217 South Galena Street, Aspen, CO 81611

If you are looking for western apparel this is the place to find it. Open since 1990 Kemo Sabe is a premier destination for luxury western wear, known for its world-famous custom made hats, boots, and buckles.

Blazing Adventures Snowmass

Snowmass Village, CO 81615

Blazing Adventures is a true One Stop Shop. Aspen abounds with adventure. If you are interested in rafting, biking, hiking, Jeeping, fly fishing, horseback riding, hot air ballooning or dining at a mountain top Sunset Dinner, Blazing Adventures is the way to go.

Breathtaker Alpine Coaster

Elk Camp Work Road, Aspen, CO 81611

Enjoy the thrill of the mountains on this mile long alpine rollercoaster!

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