A (mostly) healthy (kinda) fast-food grill, if there is such a thing. Sandwiches are creative, spicy concoctions. The achiote chicken is grilled and piled…

As one would expect, there are numerous high-priced options but for the rest of us who are simply looking for a good place to eat or drink after a long day on the trails, consider The J-Bar at the Hotel Jerome, The Red Onion, Hops Culture, 520 Grill, or NY Pizza. You might also just walk through the few blocks that make up the downtown core and see what else looks good. Higher end restaurants offer bar menus that are more reasonably priced.

If you're downtown and want an unforgettable made-to-order hamburger, try CP Burger or 520 Grill. If you want to grab a quick sandwich and get back on the hill, the gourmet Butcher's Block has been a local's favorite for years and is only one block from the gondola. The Red Onion on the Cooper Avenue Mall is Aspen's historic bar and restaurant that offers sit-down dining and a classic American menu.

People asked that question when the Steak Pit closed in 2010, when Little Annie’s did in 2016, then the Red Onion in 2020 and Jimmy’s an American Restaurant & Grill in September. Aspen resident Ruth Harrison, writing to local newspapers, concluded her letter about L’Hostaria Ristorante’s closing last week with the same line, “but where do I eat now?

Another restaurant that I recommend is the Red Mountain Grill located at the Aspen Golf Club, a public course just outside of town at 39551 CO-82. I heard about the great views, so I went for brunch on a Saturday. It was not crowded and I really liked the service and the smoked salmon benedict.

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Aspen Brewing Company expanded to a full service restaurant with outdoor seating and plenty of beer on tap. If you want to see a version of historic Aspen, I recommend heading to Hotel Jerome to grab a seat at J-Bar or neighboring The Living Room for craft cocktails and people watching.

Welcome to 520 Grill , Aspen's roadside dinner at 520 East Cooper Ave., just two blocks from the gondola. Locally owned and operated, 520 prides itself on delicious food, reasonable prices and friendly service in a clean and contemporary setting.

AmericanThis casual eatery perched on the Aspen Golf Course serves hearty comfort fare done right: burgers with sweet potato fries, seafood tacos, sandwiches, and daily specials. 1000 Truscott Pl, 970-544-6336, aspengolf.com/grill B, L, D, $–$$

At the 520 Grill, you’ll find child-friendly (the owner is also a father!) hot dogs plus mac and cheese. For more adventurous children with eager palates or a healthy bent, you might want to try the tender bison burger with sweet potato fries.