Ajax Tavern
Bar · Aspen ·
French & American fare, truffle fries, après-ski cocktails & people-watching
French & American fare, truffle fries, après-ski cocktails & people-watching
"A restaurant in Aspen cited as a place to enjoy holiday meals and festive dining as part of the town’s combination of luxe living and small-town charm during the season." - Katrina Brown Hunt Katrina Brown Hunt Katrina Brown Hunt is a San Diego-based freelance writer and editor, specializing in budget-friendly travel and family excursion topics. Her witty advice has appeared in CNN Travel, Travel + Leisure, Time magazine, and Southern Living. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Best enjoyed outdoors after tackling the Little Nell Trail, this in-town spot is where a well‑deserved Aperol spritz hits the spot." - Elise Taylor
"There’s no more classic après‑ski spot in Aspen than this patio‑perfect hangout at the base of the Silver Queen Gondola; put your skis on the rack, grab a table with friends, and order Aperol spritzes and fries while you watch skiers zoom down the slopes." - Elise Taylor
"Perched in the heart of town, this patio-focused spot is known for cocktails on a sun-drenched terrace — ideal for lingering with drinks while recounting the day's runs." - Evie Carrick Evie Carrick Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"An aprés-ski staple cited as a go-to spot for relaxing after the slopes, often recommended alongside other lively mountain taverns and ideal for people-watching and cozy drinks by a fire." - Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman is a New York-based writer and editor who specializes in travel, lifestyle, food, and shopping content. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines