This family-owned restaurant thrives on traditional white tablecloth service, making it a go-to spot for a romantic date or dinner out with the parents. Sift through a wine list 1,300 bottles deep and eat elk carpaccio, coq au vin stuffed with chicken sausage, and a side of layered fries stacked like Lincoln Logs. The separate lounge area with an extended bar and additional table seating (available for walk-ins) is always lively and offers a shorter, slightly more affordable, menu.

Another can’t-miss restaurant this season is Parc Aspen, which first opened in 2022. Nestled into a cozy subterranean space on Hyman Avenue, this upscale spot is the brainchild of owners Maryanne and Harley Sefton, who wanted to make sure Aspen had more locally owned and operated restaurants in town. Indulge with hearty yet refined mains, like cinnamon-smoked elk loin, stuffed coq au vin and braised short ribs, or go for something a bit lighter like the “Beets Me” salad or the organic salmon.

Join PARC Aspen for a cozy Christmas Eve Dinner and indulge in a magical evening filled with warmth and delectable delights. Immerse yourself in the intimate ambiance of their elegant dining room, adorned with twinkling lights and festive decorations, creating the perfect setting for creating beautiful memories with loved ones. Early Seatings offered at 5:00, 5:15 and 5:30 PM, Later Seatings offered at 7:30, 7:45 and 8:00 PM.

New AmericanA farmhouse restaurant (former home of L’Hostaria) with upscale dining room, lively bar with separate menu, and full bakery. Signature dishes by Executive Chef Mark Connell (The French Laundry) include steak frites, Colorado striped bass, pot pie with homemade puff pastry, fresh pasta, a stellar burger, and incomparable “layered fries.” 620 E Hyman Ave, 970-710-7448, parcaspen.comBR, D, $$–$$$$

Take your culinary experience to all new heights when you reserve your rehearsal dinner at PARC Aspen, a fine-dining restaurant based in Aspen, Colorado. PARC Aspen offers world-class dining opportunities in the Aspen mountains. Guests enjoy visiting this restaurant because it’s a celebration of culinary creativity, using local ingredients to take guests on a sensory journey in an elegant setting.

After its debut in the local favorite L’Hostaria’s vacated location, Parc Aspen quickly developed a reputation as one of Aspen’s best restaurants. Parc’s focus on revitalizing downtown Aspen’s dining options revolves around seasonally curated dishes with a Euro-French flair in a modern farmhouse setting. This amazing space offers three levels of dining with an extensive wine list.

Year-round, Aspen pays homage to food through beloved community happenings like the Summer Art Festival, Winterskol, and monthly farm-to-table dinners at the Hotel Jerome. Food at this particular Aspen restaurant has become famous worldwide. These festivities offer visitors a welcoming atmosphere paired with delightful culinary discoveries.

And with a separate bar, dining room, brunch and drink menu, plenty is new to try. Some local favorite menu items will stay as the temperature warms, but will be amended to fit Colorado’s seasonal produce options. The new fresh fare can now be enjoyed outside on the patio, but the unique indoor dining spaces remain.

Parc is a newcomer to the Aspen dining scene, opening in December of 2022. Located on Hyman Avenue in Downtown Aspen, Parc offers a stunning dining room and outdoor patio with delectable fine dining to match. There is a local bar menu and an extensive full dining menu offering levels to its dining options.

A recent addition to Aspen’s dining scene, Parc Aspen is quickly becoming a favorite for special occasions and fine dining. The elk carpaccio and coq au vin are just the beginning of a menu that's as refined as it is delightful, all served in a beautifully romantic setting.

This year’s free event will feature the Ultimate Mac and Cheese Showdown, in which restaurants including Kenichi, Elk Camp, West End Social, Hominy, Parc and Meat & Cheese will compete to create the most scintillating and delicious mac-and-cheese dishes.

PARC has been credited with filling a void left in Aspen when several locally-owned restaurants closed down. If you haven’t experienced PARC yet, what are you waiting for?. This Aspen restaurant is cozy and a great reflection of the city.

With specialty cocktails and a Valentine’s menu designed for two, PARC Aspen is the perfect place to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Specials will be available at the bar and dining room, including specialty cocktails and decadent desserts.

We’ve only sat in the front bar area, and that’s probably all we’ll ever do because that is what we did when it was L’Hostaria, which we miss dearly. We were surprisingly happy with the atmosphere and the food.