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730 E. Cooper Ave. , Aspen 81611
970-920-9255

Johnny McGuire's Deli

Deli for the creative/adventurous type; or just really high. Original sandwich recipes like the 220-B (roast beef, turkey, bacon, cheddar, horseradish, BBQ sauce & mayo) or Buddha (turkey, Swis... read more

201 E. Main St., Aspen 81611
970-925-6446

Main Street Bakery

Good breakfast option. We love eggs benedict, and Main Street makes them five different ways. Expect a long and touristy wait on the weekends. On weekdays, you can find City Councilmen, newspaper ... read more

424 S. Spring St., Aspen 81611
970-925-7554

The Butcher's Block

No frills, but who wants ‘em anyway? Just march right up to the counter and make your order known to the knowledgeable staff. Besides serving as Aspen’s destination for fresh-cut deli ... read more

67 Elbert Lane, Aspen 81615
970-923-3994

Mountain Dragon

Kind of place where the mayor goes to party on election night. No surprise that former Snowmass Village Mayor Doug Mercatoris owns the place; Pan-Asian grub served nightly. Menu offers all the "cla... read more

834 W. Hallam St., Aspen 81611
970-925-2333

Poppies Bistro Cafe

The word cute is mandatory here, and that doesn’t come close to describing it. Ski town restaurant straight out of a magazine. Have your romantic dinner in these creaky Victorian rooms surrou... read more

221 E. Main St. , Aspen 81611
970-925-5336‎

Explore Booksellers

Get educated while taking down vegan dishes. Eclectic bookstore added an all-natural bistro upstairs to satiate the intellectuals’ stomachs while expanding their minds. Nestled in on Main St.... read more

517 E. Hyman Ave. , Aspen 81611
970-925-1098

Little Annie's

Five dollar beer-'n'-shot deal sums it up. A local’s joint for sure. '70s staff photos on the walls, tons of beers on tap, and huge steak fries are found in every corner of this cabin-style r... read more

11399 Castle Creek Rd., Aspen 81611
970-925-1044

Pine Creek Cookhouse

If you are not athletic enough to cross country ski into this local legend, a horse-drawn sleigh can pick up. Located 11 miles form Aspen near the head of the jaw-dropping Castle Creek Valley, the... read more

2858 Woody Creek Road, Aspen 81656
970-923-4585

Woody Creek Tavern

The only thing better than the margaritas at the Woody Creek Tavern is the vibe, which made this a favorite hideout of Hunter S. Thompson. Walls of this rustic purveyor of country cooking are cover... read more

300 Carriage Way, Aspen 81615
970-923-2427

The Artisan

A local’s favorite for fine dining in Snowmass. But also a pleasant patio to enjoy a pint. Excellent bar menu for a few bucks les than Aspen prices. Claims to have the largest martini select... read more

415 E. Hyman Ave., Aspen 81611
970-920-0066

Club Chelsea

Being one of two clubs in Aspen means crowded and sweaty Thursday—Saturday nights. Usually an international crowd looking to dance and drink Red Bull, this is not your standard local’s ... read more

415 E. Hyman Ave., Aspen 81611
970-920-0066

Taqueria Sayulita

Strange/satisfying to be in a late night spot during sun-hours. Club Chelsea—notorious site of bad decisions on the Hyman Mall—transforms to Taqueria Sayulita. A longtime employee of t... read more

633 E. Hyman Ave. , Aspen 81611
970-925-3357

Wienerstube

Owner/chef Harold Neuweg consumes more bratwurst and beer on a Monday than you do in a year; he’ll let you know this while he hovers over your table demanding to know how the schnitzel is. Ov... read more

Aspen Mountain, Aspen 81611
970-925-1220

Bonnie's

A ski film from the sixties couldn’t be more classic. Tucked away on the side of the North American run on the Chair 3 side of Ajax, Bonnie’s restaurant hasn’t changed much in it... read more

845 Meadows Rd. , Aspen 81611
970-925-4240

Aspen Meadows Resort

Home to the world-renown Aspen Institute and Aspen Ideas Fest, a gathering of the brightest minds in the world, you could be sleeping next to Madeline Albright, Colin Powell, or Condi Rice. The 40-... read more

330 E. Main St. , Aspen 81611
970-920-1000

Hotel Jerome

Hunter Thompson hung here; you think your judgment is better? If you’re sitting in the J-Bar saloon with a now-legal “Aspen Crud,” you’re right; Hunter never stayed overnigh... read more