The Editors The Editors | August 27, 2021 | Food & Drink Feature
From early morning nibbles to late night bites, here are the best vegan restaurants to grab a bite in Aspen.
Ajax Tavern at The Little Nell
Perfect for an afternoon bite, Ajax Tavern sits pretty at the base of Aspen Mountain—right next to the Silver Queen Gondola. The ultimate casual fine dine destination serves more than traditional favorites, with an extensive menu for meat and vegan lovers alike. Chow down on fall must-haves like the Ajax truffle fries and cauliflower gratin or get adventurous with the heirloom carrot and cauliflower “steak.” Although the meals pack a punch, Ajax’s flavor goes far beyond the plate with its sun-drenched patio with impeccable mountainside views. 685 E Durant Ave, Aspen, (970) 920-6334
Spring Café Aspen
There’s clean eating, and then there’s Spring Café clean eating. With a kitchen dedicated to 100% organic ingredients, this is the perfect spot to hit after a long day on the mountain. Along with a delicious lineup of juices and smoothies, Spring Café brings fun pick me ups to the table like the Chickpea “Tuna” Pita full of lettuce, tomato, cucumber, avocado and alfalfa sprouts, with other honorable mentions like the Highlands Bowl made complete with your choice of rice/quinoa and tofu/tempeh, served with steamed veggies and vegan dressing. 119 S Spring St, Aspen, (970) 429-8406
Bear Den Aspen
Right in the heart of Restaurant Row, Bear Den Aspen offers rich and decadent meals from morning to night. This cottage-esque eatery has perfected every mealtime with dishes for everyone to pass around the table. Start your morning with the Avocado Hussle, filled with white bean hummus, seeds, kale and avocado micro greens or stroll in for lunch and try the Red Mountain made with beets, white bean hummus, leeks, avocado coriander-mint, seeds, vegan yogurt and veggies. Stopping by for a late dinner? No problem, just order up the Purple Haze and bite into an assortment of beets, avocado, peas, mint and basil citrus dressing. 301 E Hopkins Ave Unit #101, Aspen, (970) 922-9218
Photography by: Alexandra Golovac
