RESTAURANTS IN THE VILLAGE
Thinking of retreating to the best place on earth to ski? Might as well eat at the best restaurants in Snowmass Village. In fact, Snowmass/Aspen is consistently rated number one in North America for its exquisite dining, and is home to more than 100 restaurants, bars and clubs. Take time out of your busy winter or summer activities and treat yourself to a tantalizing meal prepared by world-class chefs.
Below is a collection of just some of the more popular eateries in Snowmass Village. There are many, many more of course. And access to any one of these is easy - many are located right at the Village Mall, offering more than 20 dining choices. Plus Snowmass has four excellent on mountain restaurants. All offer superb menu options and services.
Krabloonik - For a true back woods feel and the best wild game in Colorado retreat to the village's rustic cabin diner, whose name in Eskimo means “big eyebrows”. It's so-called after the first lead dog employed by its owner whose passion, second to superb food, is dogsled racing. In fact, the restaurant is home to 250 of his sled dogs.
For American and Caribbean specialties try The Wildcat Café, also ranked one of the best restaurants in Snowmass.
The Mountain Dragon, also rated among the top 10 dining hot spots, offers award-winning oriental cuisine.
Does your family crave a night out at a pizzeria? Try the Sage Bistro.
Got a hankering for lobster? Forget the other restaurants in Aspen/Snowmass. Try Butch's Lobster Bar. While many of Colorado's Snowmass/Aspen hotels contain in-house eateries this is the only restaurant and bar within a condominium complex – the Timberline Lodge.
For a kid-friendly casual atmosphere experience La Boheme restaurant and bar at the Village Mall, a Provencal gourmet restaurant overlooking the entire Snowmass Valley area.
Also located at the Mall is the eclectic S'no Beach Café, featuring American, Japanese and traditional barbeque steakhouse cuisine.
Would you rather ski right to your eating destination? Dine at what some are calling the best restaurant on Snowmass Mountain – Gwyn's High Alpine. With an array of delectable dishes, from a stack of simple sautéed veggies to exotic mushroom tarts and mediterranean dishes, meals are prepared fresh daily from early morning into the evening rush hours, with just the right aroma and appeal. Find out why Gwyn's is queen of the mountain when it comes to nutritious and delicious alpine dining.
In the mood for an Italian kitchen with a romantic touch? Try Il Poggio in Snowmass Village.
For an artisan atmosphere try Stonebridge Inn, featuring abundant natural light and a spectacular view.
For more information about restaurants in Snowmass Village or to book lodging log onto to www.ski.com.
