reservation was late which is usually a mistake in this town because you either lose momentum or…read moregain too much of it walked in and the place was already fully operational two levels, sushi bar locked in, upstairs doing something a little more serious, downstairs moving fast. people positioned in a way where they can see and be seen but also pretend that's not what's happening sat down and ordered correctly which matters here yellowtail jalapeño showed up first and immediately reset expectations. not complicated. just exact. same with the black cod. that dish has been on the menu long enough that nobody needs to talk about it anymore. it just arrives and ends a portion of the conversation that's kind of the rhythm of the place food comes out and you adjust room gets louder but never loses control. sake moving. plates turning. people checking each other out without moving their heads you look around and realize nobody is experimenting. everyone is ordering like they've done this before or wish they had we added a few things late which could have gone wrong but didn't. kitchen absorbed it like it was part of the original plan guy behind the bar caught it, rerouted the timing, and kept everything aligned. didn't catch the name but i think it was barron sawyer. handled it like it happens every night walked out and the street felt slower than it should have five stars this is a place where the menu already knows what you're going to do and approves of it

Food, service and ambiance were simply most Aspen like. Congrats to Douglas Elliman sell the city…read moresales force and having a splendid dinner w great tips on local real estate! The scallops foie gras is to die for. Tootles!!!

Gorgeous view and attentive service. Excellent food, with lots of "small bites" which I love. A…read morelittle confusing getting there as there's no signage out front. It's in a tennis club. Park across the street in a parking garage under tennis courts and walk up the road a bit to the portico and then through the lobby.

The view was beautiful, but the atmosphere was not lively at all and definitely not the vibe we…read morewere looking for, so we politely asked to cancel our reservation and chose to dine elsewhere. Despite the place being nearly empty, they charged me a $100 cancellation fee for canceling within 24 hours. I called afterward hoping they might reconsider given the circumstances, but the manager was shockingly rude and had no interest in resolving the issue or showing any level of customer care. It's not as if we took a table away from paying customers in a packed restaurant. Charging that kind of fee when the restaurant was empty is one thing, but the dismissive and hostile attitude made it far worse. Aspen is known for warm hospitality, and everyone else we encountered was wonderful. Unfortunately, this was the worst customer service experience I had there. I would strongly recommend spending your money somewhere that values its guests.

A huge thank you to Suzy Fentiman, Assistant General Manager at Stranahan's Whisky Lodge, for an…read moreabsolutely outstanding tasting experience. From the moment you walk through the doors, Suzy's warm and welcoming demeanor makes you feel less like a guest and more like family. Her hospitality is truly exceptional, and her impeccable knowledge of whisky elevates the entire visit. Whether you're a seasoned whisky enthusiast or just beginning to explore, Suzy has a way of sharing insights, stories, and recommendations that make every pour more meaningful. What really sets her apart is her attention to detail and genuine care for every guest. Her service is thoughtful, personable, and seamless--creating an atmosphere that is both elevated and incredibly comfortable. If you have the chance to visit Stranahan's, you'll quickly see why Suzy is such an incredible part of the experience. She embodies everything great hospitality should be. Highly recommend!

The guy bartender didn't get a single order right from our party, proceeded to over charge us for…read morehis mistake by a fair amount and offered a single shot to compensate. Also he made fun of a friend of mine for ordering a tea. I admit we had a large party but a bartender of 9 years should get at least one order right, right? Other than that the vibe was cool and the other bartenders seemed nice.