Best Casual Restaurants in Aspen

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1. Clark's Oyster Bar - Aspen

4.7

Exceptional(815)

Price: Expensive

• Oyster Bar • Aspen

Booked 38 times today

Clark's Aspen is the 2nd location of McGuire Moorman's popular neighborhood oyster bar set in the historic & beloved former Little Annie's location. The Clark's team has worked to uphold much of the charm of the previous tenant including fully restoring it's oak bar. The restaurant also features a bustling open kitchen and alpine version of Clark's dock side aesthetic.Learn more about McGuire Moorman Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mcguiremoorman.com.

2. Acquolina-Aspen

4.5

Awesome(766)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Aspen

Booked 30 times today

ACQUOLINA: Mouth-Watering.Acquolina is an informal, yet elegant Trattoria & Pizzeria where you will find fine food and a fun atmosphere! We strive to provide an authentic Italian experience from plate, to glass, to environment. Please eat, drink, and enjoy! Our expansive menu, extensive wine list, and over 1000 liquor labels, and warm service team will give you a place to return to and share with friends and family. Open nightly for takeout 5:00pm till Close. See you soon!Acquolina outdoor patio, located along the restaurant sidewalk. Umbrellas with lighting and a comfortable spacing between tables.PLEASE NOTE: Outdoor reservations are for OUTSIDE only, there is NO GAURANTEE to move inside even in the case of rain. Reservation can be cancelled due to rain or an option will be presented for indoor dining depending on availability.

3. Kenichi Aspen

4.8

Exceptional(922)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Aspen

Booked 25 times today

There is another Kenichi nearby in Snowmass, so ensure you are booking at the correct restaurant! Kenichi is Aspen's premier contemporary Asian restaurant that features world-class sushi. We are known for our delightful sushi bar, bustling dining room, and hip bar scene. If no reservations are available this evening, there is plenty of space for walk-in dining at our bar, sushi bar, and lounge area. Enjoy dinner with us at our fun and lively locally-owned restaurant. Experience Kenichi’s Private Dining! Join us with your friends and family in the Tatami Room. Reservations last for 2 hours and can accommodate up to 12 people. Please note that a $250 deposit is required for Tatami Room bookings. (48-hour cancelation policy)

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4. BRUNELLESCHI'S - ASPEN

4.3

Awesome(32)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Aspen

Booked 34 times today

We are the best gourmet family friendly restaurant in Aspen- We started with Kids make-your-own pizzas, and added macaroni and cheese as well as make-your-own pastas as time has gone on.Our menu started out with 8 different items and has grown to over 30.We’re one of the best sports bars in Aspen too, providing full sound, with a goal horn that will take you by surprise – and make you jump out of your seat!We look forward to seeing you!!Brunelleschi’s – Aspen

5. Little Ollie's

4.5

Awesome(82)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Aspen

Booked 18 times today

Little Ollie's is a Chinese restaurant in Aspen, Colorado. It has an atmosphere of casual elegance and features both indoor and outdoor dining rooms, depending on the weather during the year. Inside, the dining area is pleasantly elegant with silky wall paper and sleek feather pictures hanging around the walls. At the same time, the tile floors and natural wood table and chair sets give Little Ollie's a more casual vibe that's inviting to guests of all types. Little Ollies is local's favorite spot from homemade dumplings to Cantonese roast duck, include the pan-seared dumplings, Szechuan hot oil wontons, traditional noodle soup, Szechuan hot oil fish, and more from Szechuan chef's specialty. A large selection of vegetarian meals are offered to guests with eating preferences, but these are not the only types of plates offered. Little Ollies also offers the full bar, as well as Asian beers, sodas, and Japanese sakes.

6. Sway Thai - Aspen

4.7

Exceptional(99)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • Aspen

Booked 20 times today

Located in the heart of Aspen, sway’s first location outside of Texas features warm wood interiors, heated open-air patio, and full bar. The menu includes sway’s signature modern Thai dishes with a few location-exclusive offerings that tie Aspen’s mountain culture to Northern Thailand’s through cuisine, as well as a full bar program with specialty Thai cocktails and an extensive wine list.

7. The Boat Tow

4.9

Exceptional(72)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Aspen

Booked 20 times today

Nestled between Wagner Park and the Wheeler Opera House, The Boat Tow introduces a new culinary experience & atmosphere to Aspen’s vibrant dining scene. Our menu is paired with a mix of elevated cocktails, specialty wines, and non-alcoholic beverages designed to enhance the dining experience.Our cozy and intimate dining room space is rivaled by our exceptional sun-soaked patio, best in summer and/or winter!

8. ZigZag

new

3.8

Excellent(6)

Price: Very Expensive

• French American • Aspen

Booked 9 times today

Just one block from Aspen Mountain's base, ZIGZAG defies the expected. We've created more than a restaurant⏤it's the home of chalet casual, where culinary ambition meets mountain mystique. Our philosophy blends French chic with mountain edge: take risks, push boundaries, honor technique. At the heart of our kitchen, the town's last wood-burning oven speaks to both heritage and innovation. Each evening unfolds as its own masterpiece, where precision meets playfulness and fine dining finds its edge. Join us at the intersection of bold flavors and alpine allure, as we rewrite the rules of modern mountain cuisine.

9. Velvet Buck

4.0

Excellent(158)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Aspen

Booked 1 time today

Come enjoy our delicious mountain fare cuisine in our Velvet Buck Restaurant! Our restaurant, located inside the St. Regis Hotel, offers a variety of items inspired by local produce and mountain inspired dishes for breakfast. We also offer Brunch on Sundays, we offer an hour and a half two different sittings at 11:30am first sitting and second sitting at 1:30pm!. Enjoy our amazing mountain view and terrific Aspen weather in our Courtyard.

10. 39 Degrees

4.0

Excellent(66)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Aspen

Directly nestled mountain side, the indoor/outdoor 39 Degrees is a one-of-a-kind restaurant and bar located at W Aspen. Our Executive Chef serves up globally inspired, yet locally-sourced bites and shareable plates hand -crafted with care and dedication each evening. Shake it up with a mix of thirst quenching cocktails that have a hint of flavor from many different cultures around the globe to ensure an evening full of magical memories and delighted taste buds. For parties over 6, information regarding cabanas, and all other inquiries please email us at waspen_bookings@whotels.com

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LisaVIP
New York City •31 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall, excellent! Casual, really good food, good service and ambiance. Just what we wanted!
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DemetriVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •1111 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food, service, and ambience were all fantastic. The services provided by the professional management and staff are the main reasons that we keep coming back. The old world elegance is a rare thing, and we value their focus to make sure that everything about the dining experience is excellent. I highly recomend kenichi Aspen.
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Nitin
Singapore •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great authentic Asian food - very well presented and phenomenal flavours. The staff is super attentive and responsive. The place is a tad expensive but well worth the experience.
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Little Ollie'sPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Aspen
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4.5
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DemetriVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •1111 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food, service, and ambience were all fantastic. The services provided by the professional management and staff are the main reasons that we keep coming back. The old world elegance is a rare thing, and we value their focus to make sure that everything about the dining experience is excellent. I highly recomend this restaurant.
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BRUNELLESCHI'S - ASPENPrice: Moderate• Italian• Aspen
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LindaVIP
Atlanta Metro •13 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
A must enjoy when in Aspen. Great food and vibe. Wait staff could improve their game though. Host staff is phenomenal.
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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Clark's Oyster Bar - Aspen

2. Acquolina-Aspen

3. Kenichi Aspen

4. BRUNELLESCHI'S - ASPEN

5. Little Ollie's

6. Sway Thai - Aspen

7. The Boat Tow

8. ZigZag

9. Velvet Buck

10. 39 Degrees

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