Restaurants Nearby
Aspen is known for its variety of dining options, almost as much as it’s known for its outdoor adventuring! There’s a reason why Food & Wine magazine holds its signature Classic event in town. Our chefs are known around the world and regularly courted for such foodie fare as Top Chef. Check out all the option at the Aspen Chamber’s website.
Dining Close to the Wheeler
Here are just a few that our friends often recommend-
Jimmy's
205 South Mill Street
(970) 925-6020
Located in the downtown core of Aspen with panoramic mountain views, Jimmy’s is a blend of Rocky Mountain comfort and city sophistication. Serving “Fierce American Food,” Jimmy’s offers the finest-quality steaks, chops, fresh fish, rotisserie, ribs and much more, and the desserts are down-home and delicious. Jimmy also has a hand-selected collection of the best spirits, including an award-winning selection of top-shelf tequilas and Mescals. Serving dinner from 5:30 pm nightly. Late-night menu until midnight. Bar hours until 2:00 am. 1/2 block from the Wheeler. Visit jimmysaspen.com.
Lulu Wilson
316 East Hopkins Avenue
(970) 920-1893
Named after the woman who used to live in the old Victorian that the restaurant is now housed in, LuLu Wilson dishes out modern American with a French and Spanish flare. Chef Shane Coffey is know for his brilliant creativity and dedication to locally-available ingredients. One block from the Wheeler. Visit luluwilsonaspen.com
Takah Sushi
420 East Hyman Avenue
(970) 925-8588
The restaurant that made Japanese food famous in Aspen. “Best between Malibu and Manhattan” – NY Times. Takah Sushi brings creativity and fun to Japanese dining with an eclectic Asian menu and a relaxed old time Aspen welcome. Choose between their lively sushi bar or cozy dining room where reservations are recommended. One block from the Wheeler. Visit takahsushi.com.
Cache Cache Bistro
205 South Mill Street
(970) 925-3835
The flavors of Provence in a warm and elegant room. Readers of Gourmet Magazine named this bistro one of Aspen’s top three restaurants. The happening bar is a locals’ favorite. Open nightly, 5:30 – 10:30 pm. Garden level, Mill Street Plaza. Only one half block from the Wheeler. Visit cachecache.com.
Escape
221 East Main Street
(970) 925-5338
Charming Old-World bistro located on the second floor of Explore Booksellers, Escape serves sophisticated international vegetarian cuisine: soups, salads, entrées, desserts, wine, beer, coffees, teas and fresh juices. Dine in the conservatory overlooking Aspen Mountain. Four blocks from the Wheeler. Visit explorebooksellers.com.
The Hickory House
730 West Main Street
(970) 925-2313
Serving the undisputed “Best Ribs in Colorado”, they also offer chargrilled ribeye steaks and mouth-watering combinations of ribs, chicken, pork, catfish, corn, baked beans, baked potatoes and onion rings plus giant salads and yummy desserts. An Aspen tradition that’s casual, fun and affordable. Twelve blocks from the Wheeler. Visit hickoryhouse.com.
L'Hostaria
620 East Hyman Avenue
(970) 925-9022
What’s new in Italy – you’ll find it here, in this elegant, comfortable and very Italian restaurant. Only the freshest ingredients are used – all pasta made fresh daily. Experience the “carpaccio bar”. where you can enjoy a variety of meat and seafood carpaccio. Extensive bar menu. Open nightly from 5:30 to 10:30 pm. Three blocks from the Wheeler. Visit hostaria.com
