Betula Aspen

Amazing service and incredible food! The seabass was the best I’ve ever had — perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The mango dessert was light, refreshing, and delicious. And the octopus? Absolutely outstanding — tender and flavorful. Highly recommend for a special evening in Aspen!

What a lovely evening! Beautiful restaurant with doting staff and amazing service. We opted for caviar and champagne and were completely pleased!

Betula is truly an exceptional restaurant in the heart of Aspen. Their menu strikes the perfect balance between French elegance and bold Latin flavors — each dish is thoughtful, vibrant, and beautifully presented. The cocktails are creative and expertly crafted (the Yellow Paloma is a standout, and I'm dreaming of the return of the Low Hanging Fruit!). The wine list is extensive and impeccably curated. With consistently excellent service and a stylish, energetic ambiance, Betula never disappoints.

Every dish was an intentional work of art. They clearly care about details in the kitchen. The menu was well organized and thoughtful. I watched the staff stress on perfection, and although I wouldn't say the experience was perfect, the effort filled the gaps. Quality is possible from the top down, and whoever is running this place expects a lot from their staff, and it shows. Absorbing this matters. This restaurant has character which matters as well.

We had a miserable experience here with our party of five on a weeknight. The misery started with the blasting music--they have a DJ and the noise is part of their "concept," we were told. The restaurant was clearly understaffed and we had to struggle for every service--ordering, getting food, getting drinks, getting our food, getting plates cleared. There was no sign of managerial oversight. Our glasses were empty and we couldn't get drinks again until after our entrees were served. A $43 GLASS of wine was served at refrigerator temperature and after spending ten minutes trying to get the Somm's attention he gave me BS about "cellar temperature" before replacing the glass with an unchilled one. Maybe on a different night...

Step into Betula and you'll instantly recognize it as more than just a restaurant—it's an experience in fine dining. The ambiance is a blend of sophistication and charm, with different zones to cater to every mood. Personally, I was enamored by the house music gently playing in the background, adding an extra layer of ambiance. We were lucky enough to be ushered into a quiet corner by the fireplace, which lent a cozy intimacy to our dining experience, contrasting with the buzz of the main room. Service was flawless, attentive yet unobtrusive. As for the food, every dish was a symphony of flavors. The ceviche Bonito was a testament to balance, each bite bursting with freshness. The pan-seared foie gras melted on the tongue, a delicate touch that was simply divine. Now, let's talk about the Chilean sea bass. Yes, the price tag may be astronomical (it is IMHO, $78), but it's worth every penny. It was hands down the tastiest fish I've savored in a while, leaving me longing for more even as I finished the last bite. And then there were the braised bison short ribs and gratin dauphinois—a match made in culinary heaven. The ribs were tender and flavorful, while the gratin dauphinois was the epitome of comfort food done right. While the wine list is extensive, be prepared for the hefty price tag that accompanies each bottle. One word of advice: make a reservation. Trust me, it's better than facing a long wait time and risking missing out on this culinary delight.

I wish I had taken a picture of their desert. I have tried one of the best sorbets in my life. From the moment my husband and I stepped into the restaurant to last bite of our meal, everything was perfect. Wine selection could be less expensive . We will be back.

This is the place that you need to go when you are in aspen. The food the service is the best that you can have when you are at the restaurant. The vibe and the music is 🔥🔥🔥. When I took at bite of the steak it was like everything that was needed to make a steak a steak. Also don’t let me bring up that they have A DJ like wow. This was the best experience that you can have in aspen…..

Love this place great food nice people working there as well! We ordered signature desserts and truffle risotto, bartenders and waters als very kind and attentive

Great cocktails (Yellow Paloma and Smokey Old Fashioned) and friendly staff. Love the decor!

Some of the best food and service in all of Aspen, Colorado! You can't go wrong with anything on the menu and the staff is extremely friendly and attentive to every need! You need to call ahead a few nights in order to get a reservation at a table, but I recommend going in and trying to grab it a few seats at the bar. They have everything you're looking for and more and certainly a five star experience all around. I hope you enjoy as much as I did.

The food was bland and the ambiance was awful! The music was techno and very loud. We could barely have a conversation at the table. They had a DJ which was ridiculous! I asked the manager (Maddie) to turn it down and she was very flippant and did not care. The wine sommelier was a pompous and arrogant. In the past it was a good restaurant but that is no longer the case!

Always fabulous food and drinks! You have a seating choice of various places from outside to inside or fireplace room.

The bar manager is a pompous, don't you know who I am. That's all. He needs to work on his people skills and look people in the eye when being pompous

Food, vibes, service, music I give 10 stars! From the moment we walked in, to the complimentary amuse-bouche to the cocktails to the presentation of the dishes to the taste, we loved our experience at Betula. Also, extra points for the DJ/music that really elevated the experience. The bubbling bonito was a refreshing spritz drink that was perfect for the evening. I had the poached striped bass which was served in dashi broth with soba noodles - I've been craving Japanese food and this was a beautiful fusion dish that satisfied that craving! Make sure to leave room for dessert - the banana flambee is a showstopper and the souffle is also delicious!

A high end spot away from street traffic. A+++ for children. They provide stuffed bears for the kids along with thoughtful puzzles on the kids menu. High end throughout with a high probability of seeing a semi- celebrity or better. Just be prepared to put out two bills per.

Wonderful!! Great atmosphere, feels like vacation!! Great food and drinks!! Dessert was fabulous. Service is impeccable!!!

Gotta try this place. Good food, service & view of the mountains. We almost cancelled our reservations based on the negative reviews the last 3 months Cancellation fee is $100 per person if less than than 48 hour . Arrived at 6:4( and out table for 4 was waiting. We requested snd we're seated at a table with a view of the Aspen mountains. It's not cheep but the drinks were good and food was great and plenty full.

Such a fun vibe! Upscale, cozy, so aspen. Delicious cocktails, amazing entrees. Treats from the chef. Kind and welcoming staff. A must for any vacation

We just finished a $950 dinner for our family of 4. Food was good, ambiance was good, and our server was great. But my 8 year old son went to the restroom and accidentally cut in front of hostess also waiting to use the restroom. There were 2 doors so I think he was confused. When he came out she asked if he knew there was a line, he responded he didn't and she let him know, "do better next time." What BS. It was an accident. This kind of nasty attitude can piss off.

Had dinner here our first night in Aspen. This is a beautiful restaurant. I love the decor, lighting, and setup. They have an in door area, bar area, lounge area with a DJ, and an outdoor dining area. This is the perfect place for a special occasion. Pros - Atmosphere - Service - Food - Drinks - Dessert - Drinks - Bar

This is the first negative review I have ever written about a restaurant. On food quality alone, Betula is among the top 10-15 restaurants in Aspen. However, they have an obnoxiously overpriced wine list, a DJ and music volume that suggests they want to be a club (vs. restaurant), and policies, management and staff that are arrogant for reasons that are hard to understand given the room for improvement vs. the best restaurants in Aspen. We have a home in Aspen and frequent the restaurant scene and there are several better restaurants more worthy of your patronage.

Food at Betula is all about show and not about flavor. Prices are ridiculous but ambiance is nice. If you want good flavorful food this is not the place! If you want to show off and have a nice ambiance then this is for you. Desserts look pretty but don't taste good. Service was great. This was my second time here and I think it will be my last due to the lack of flavor and high price point.

We had an extraordinary experience. The food service, and ambience were a 10! Kari Kohler

Great patio/open dining restaurant. Very chic crowd. I'd come here again for drinks. And that's about it. Food is sub par. We started with the tuna tacos: not good. A melon salad: pretty good. The salmon: basic. The sea bass: pretty good. And the chicken: not great. We made reservations a month prior requesting patio seating. When we arrived for a 6:00 pm reservation they said they don't guarantee patio, which is annoying considering restaurant was still empty. So it's not first come first serve AND they don't let you reserve it? So who are those tables held for? VIPs? The entire patio is off limits?? That's why we'll be here for drinks again perhaps but not dinner.

My husband and I had dinner at Betula for the first time a few weeks ago. We ordered the Tuna Tacos, Pekin Duck, Tenderloin and Tres Leches. The duck was my favorite although I recommend it all. The location and restaurant layout is also ideal. We ate on their lovely outdoor patio which had beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. Our server, Mauro, was SO nice and helpful. From the moment we sat down he was very upbeat and with great energy about him. Can't wait to come back for dinner next time we're in Aspen.

The food was superb. The ambience was welcoming and refined. And everybody was very kind and friendly!

Every time we visit Asian we come here for an amazing vibe with great food and excellent service. You can't go wrong with this top notch place. I highly recommend the food and drinks.

Great Food, Great Ambiance and the drinks were amazing. The lomo salteado was something else!!

I've come to Betula time and time again over the years and have never been disappointed by their standard menu. That being said, this year my family and I decided on Betula's NYE celebration/dinner... It costed $800-1,300pp for a 5-course dinner featuring delicacies such as caviar, truffle and wagyu as well as bottomless champagne. I'm not a food snob by any means but I can tell you, without a doubt in my mind, that they used the cheapest and lowest quality ingredients possible. First of all, the truffle had absolutely no taste. Imagine that. Truffle that has 0 taste whatsoever. Then the "wagyu" may as well have been a $15 rubber-quality steak. Not only lacking flavor but quite difficult to cut and chew. When it came to dessert time, I think my entire table had 1 bite and put our utensils down. All of this being said, the ambiance was on par for a NYE party and the DJ was amazing. This definitely does not make up for how disappointed we were by the food but at least we enjoyed ourselves (except for the person in my group that paid). I would NOT recommend attending Betula's NYE party in the future unless something changes.

Don't understand what the hype is about this place. The salad was full of Mayonnaise. The first two items in tried to order were out of stock and when I complained, and asked for manager, he never showed up. These days it's hard to run any restaurant and I'm sure they have their challenges. I wish them the best in their business.

Go for the bar scene but food is sub par... I dined at Betula in 2019 and the food was exceptional. In the last year the food has gone way downhill. Last night our fish was overcooked and doused in chili powder, chaud froid of foie gras was not a "chaud froid" at all and super plain. Too bad the original chef must have left. Go for the bar scene and eat somewhere else!! Matsu anyone?

I went with a large group so we had a menu that had been chosen ahead of time. The starters and dessert were family style and then we chose between three entrees(duck, lamb and trout) -- I had the lamb and tasted the duck but have no reference for the trout as not many ordered it. - Starters (7/10) - Tuna Tacos - These were probably my least favorite of the items. No one at the table was particularly impressed by this dish. The tuna was not very good and almost mushy. The taco shell was a little greasy like an old cannoli shell. Hamachi Tiradito - Personally, I'm not a huge fan of hamachi but everyone seemed to enjoy this starter. It was not a super creative dish but the hamachi was good and the combination of yuzu and soy sauce was tasty. Burrata and Roasted Beets - The burrata was really tasty but the star for me was the horseradish celery remoulade underneath. The horseradish celery was cut into linguine-esque strips that had a great bite. It was also in a super creamy but light sauce that was delicious with the burrata. The sarrasin cracker was also great and added lovely crunch. - Mains (10/10) - Confit Pekin Duck Leg - The duck was the winner of the night. The roasted potatoes and the sauce it was in were both incredible. Probably the best roast potatoes in recent memory. The sauce elevated the perfectly cooked duck. The only complaint is that I wish it had more caramelized onions. Colorado Rack of Lamb - This lamb was a close second to the duck. The quinoa couscous was severely lacking -- It was overly sweet from raisins and didn't have much other flavour. Everything else was really great. Again, the sauce was incredible. The lamb was also just cooked really well and was tender and juicy. The edges had a great rub like a prime rib roast that added some salt and other seasonings. Pan Seared Colorado Trout - I didn't try this and didn't hear anything about it but I will assume it was good because the duck and lamb were so tasty. This one may have been underwhelming. - Desserts(9/10) - Tres Leches - This dessert reminded me texturally of a tiramisu. I am not a fan of rum flavoured desserts so the sauce lost me a bit(didn't stop me from eating a significant amount of tres leches after already being stuffed from dinner) but the rest was great. The sponge cake had a lot of moisture and was not dense. The dulce de leche creme was really light and not overly sweet. Royal Chocolate Cake - This cake was the best dessert. It was a chocolate mousse on top of a praline. It all just worked and was incredibly good.

This place was INCREDIBLE! This is a must if you are in Aspen. We ordered the tuna ceviche, hamachi, sea bass, and chocolate cake. Honestly everything was phenomenal but the sea bass was the show stopper. I was just so impressed. The ambiance of the restaurant, the staff, and the DJ was a great touch. Can't say enough good things!

Awesome restaurant in heart of Aspen. Great ambiance, excellent service, and wonderful food. Must put Betula on your reservation list.

One of the few spots in Aspen worth the premium. Great ambiance, food is very good and no high altitude attitude. One of our go to spots in town.

I really like this place I felt that the food and the service well aligned. The bread was not spectacular, but my plate was good great atmosphere.

This has to be one of Aspens finest. The food was impeccable and the staff were super friendly, courteous and accommodating. I didn't make reservations- clearly this is a place where you need that. We were happily seated by the bar and kept company by the wonderful bar staff. I want to go back just to chitchat with them! The bread was baked in house- served with either oil or butter. I ordered an appetizer of Elk carpaccio- this is a little different to my norm and boy was it a great choice. The tangy sauce, the beech mushrooms and the greens made this a one of a kind dish. My daughter had the bluefin tuna tataki - again, wonderful. For our entrees, I had the grilled beef tenderloin, which was served with dauphinois potatoes and my daughter had the wagyu beef with truffle potatoes. If I could give the food an 11/10 I would. This was an amazing meal! Presented to perfection. Cooked to our requests impeccably. Now we also saw a celebrity- however I don't actually recognize basketball players so I'll take everyone else's word for it. We were told the restaurant was a regular for the Aspen celebrities, particularly on weekdays. So if you want to go celebrity sporting, come here on a Monday like we did! So this is a must go-to place when in Aspen. It is pricey, but the food speaks for itself and it is a fine-dining establishment. You can expect the best here!

Reading the reviews, I almost cancelled my rez. So glad I didn't. Truly an amazing experience at Betula during the Holidays. Such attentive staff and so nice! Food was spectacular, both in presentation and taste. The music made me feel like I was in St. Tropez or Mykonos. Trust me. Come and enjoy this gem!

This is my new favorite upscale restaurant!!! We had dinner reservations for our party of 4 on a Wednesday in March. The music is lit and makes you feel like you're in a nightclub! That totally set the mood for a phenomenal meal!! Their sommelier is wonderful and super helpful!! He helped us choose a perfect bottle of wine!! The staff goes above and beyond to help you have a wonderful meal! Their food is delightful!! Every person in our party loved their dish!! Their Hamachi Tiradito is the tastiest bite ever!!!! Do yourself a favor and start off with that!! I got the seared Chilean sea bass and savored each and every bite!!! Overall an exceptional experience, albeit quite pricey. I honestly cannot wait to go back to Aspen to eat at Betula again!!

I've been coming here for years, after tonight I will never be back. We ordered 2 fish entrees, 1 being $78 (Chilean seabass) and the bass with shrimp ($61). When it was brought to the table I asked the waiter why is this portion so small. He said for the bass it's because it comes with shrimp (2 tiny shrimp) and literally the smallest piece of bass, 2 bites at most. The seabass for $78 he didn't even comment on, this was maybe 1/4 LB at most. No one came by to ask how our meal was. The bass was extremely over cooked. We told the waiter and manager that it was over cooked and portions were way smaller than in the past. They removed the $61 bass/shrimp entree from the bill. Very surprised they didn't comp this meal (excluding the 2 drinks we had). Never will be coming back, such a shame this was one of my favorites.

Wow! Wasn't expecting the beautiful ambiance when I booked the resy! What an awesome heated patio with mountain views! So beautiful! Food was delicious and appropriately priced too! We got mini samples from the chef too! Will definitely be back!!

This over rated establishment has terrible service & sits on top of some stores where the restaurant barely fits & the ambiance is in a strip mall. It looks like they got discount furniture & a discounted rude staff. They have the French attitude like we don't like you & you are lucky to be here so if you don't like it, go elsewhere. They really don't care about there customers & the attitudes show. The food, it depends on the day, it has a wide range from very good to very bad. There is no consistency w/there food. I would skip this place & find a more soothing, welcoming & consistently good place such as Steakhouse 316, Element 45 (amazing ambiance), Casa de Angelo (amazing place) or Cache Cache where you can find better food!!

The waiters are arrogant and the food is really overpriced. Used to be a "cool spot" for people watching but now it's half empty and filled with tourists. The last time we were in town they charged us for a dinner that we cancelled far in advance. Really disorganized.

fun vibe, younger crowd and nice atmosphere. the patio with the clear tenting and lights was pretty. food was very average for the price. I didn't think it was possible to have too much black truffle but the $160 black truffle risotto proved me wrong, it was so overpowering and rich I felt like I was going to vomit after just a few bites. We ordered 3 for the table and they were hardly touched, no one liked it. The drinks were good. rest of the food was also average.

Came here for a wedding rehearsal dinner. The ambiance of the restaurant is clean and chic, and phenomenal amidst the backdrop of the mountains. We were very impressed by how attentive the wait staff was and how well timed each part of the meal was for about 20 people. We enjoyed the appetizers and salads most. They were well seasoned, full of interesting flavors, and the presentation was gorgeous.

We had our first of several dinners in Aspen here last night. I will say I thought the ambience and service were impeccable. The wine list was a bit precious, but we understand the costs of running Aspen's restaurants are precious too. The cocktails were perfect. The food was for me delicious. My hubby was two for two in disappointing choices. I had the burrata and duck. So good. Excellent flavors. He had ...well, he cannot remember now. I know he had the elk carpaccio, which was disappointing. The thin slices of elk meat were wrapped around a medley of some vegetables and marinated. Everything overpowered and covered the elk. He had a beef entree which he ate but was not complementary of. Yelp hasn't published my edits of this review. Not sure we'll be back, though the location and service were excellent.

Visited for a second season in a row on our first night in town and it did not disappoint. Having a little wait to secure a table in the main dining room enabled us to more experience their lounge. A large homely room with fireplace to have drinks or desert with the in-house DJ spinning his tunes behind us. I would suggest adding in time to sit and have a drink before dining - it will add to your enjoyment of the evening. The main dining room has that feel of being a place to see and be seen - New Yorkers will gravitate here in abundance. The chef has a storied career having worked at Guy Savoie before joining Daniel Boulud at Danielle in New York before heading to Venezuela and the St. Barths. Chef saw Aspen as a logical move as his customers in the Caribbean were always discussing going to, coming from or when they were next heading to Aspen - so what not ?! Food is very tasty and in the environment very conducive to a good time. I do however think the mixology program could be a little stronger - a fancy glass is great presentation though the content is the key !

Fantastic restaurant and vibe. Highly recommend dinner here if you are in Aspen. Good food, drinks and service

An incredible experience and incredible food. I'm beyond impressed. The atmosphere is amazing, and the food is immaculate. The chef also brought out a few small pieces during our meal which was beyond kind. Highly recommend!

So I decided to go out with my coworkers for a celebration here in Aspen. We got there and the atmosphere was absolutely beautiful with chilled music. I ordered my food and was not to thrilled about the portion sizes. I literally ordered the Scottish Salmon and was expecting some good sides.. Ok this is were I'm going to start throwing things up under the school bus. I only got "one" broccoli floret and two skimpy shoe string asparagus. And maybe two or three little flat green beans. When I ate my salmon all I could taste was the overpowering pesto. I can't believe how exaggerated and overpriced the food was here.

This used to be a great place. Things have changed. After making a reservation 30 days ahead, 14 days later the restaurant called and said they were adding a charge of $150 per person minimum (so it would have been a $600 minimum charge for our party of 4). Instead of telling us this when we made a reservation, they waited 2 weeks until all other reservation options were unavailable in aspen over the Christmas break, then they called and told us about how much we would be required to spend. Then, when I talked to the lady responsible for telling people about this bad late policy, I was frustrated with her and she cancelled my reservation after I asked to speak to a manger. Forced spend is very bad idea. Allow optional generosity. I have no problem making a donation to people who are struggling during the pandemic, including restaurants asking for help from their patrons. But the way they handled this makes me think poorly of this place and their management. I won't be returning, neither will my aspen friends, and that's a shame, because we used to like it there. News spreads fast in aspen. We don't support bad people.

You feel you are "on the clock"..the waiters hover around you while you are trying to relax with your first drink

We made reservations and this place welcomed us very nicely. Every bit of the staff was absolutely wonderful and on point. We sat outside with the enclosed patio during Jan weather. the heaters were great. Everything we ordered was recommended by the waiter. Of course the lamb was amazing as they are known for. The pricing was expected being an upscale, super amazing environment, but not ridiculous like BOSQ. The portions were bigger and more filling. We really enjoyed this place and the food leaves us wanting to come back another time.

We held our wedding reception dinner at Betulas for over 100 people. From day one Laurent and his team did everything right. We had a great plan going into the dinner and the entire staff as always did an outstanding job. People loved the food and wine choices and the service from the wait staff to the team behind the bar was attentive and excellent. Music provided by Savy Fontana kept people on the dance floor and rocking until after midnight. This was just another reason why on our trips to Aspen we always reserve at least one night for dinner at Betula. Thanks again to the entire team for what many of our attendees called a true night to remember Steve and Lucia Steinhilber

Incredible experience!! We were sat in the "living room" in front of the fireplace and the DJ. Every single thing we were served was amazing - from the appetizers, drinks, desserts, all of it. And the presentation of it all was also gorgeous! Plus the staff was nice, helpful, and on top of it! We didn't want to leave it! Talked about this meal for the rest of our trip!

Atmosphere is unparalleled. Especially during Covid. Food was pretty good too. Service was impeccable.