Cloud Nine Alpine Bistro Aspen Highlands
Restaurant · Aspen ·
Ski-in/ski-out lodge with Swiss fare and champagne-spraying parties
Ski-in/ski-out lodge with Swiss fare and champagne-spraying parties
"As Aspen’s most famous haunt, I book the 12:30 seating for a relaxed fondue-style lunch with some wine; by 2:30 p.m., it turns into pure revelry as a DJ starts and guests spray bottles of Veuve Clicquot both inside and out." - Gia Yetikyel, Nicole Kliest
"Hard‑to‑get reservations speak to the draw of this high‑altitude bistro, where the scene is as much a reason to visit as the menu." - Brandon Perlman Brandon Perlman Brandon Perlman (also known as Mr. Luxury Ski) is one of the world’s foremost experts on luxury travel, specifically the upper echelons of ski, alpine culture, and outdoor lifestyle. Brandon has been an editor at notable publications like Departures. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"For a bluebird-day splurge, the noon seating sets the stage for a leisurely fondue lunch with Alpine vibes; book 2 p.m. if you’re chasing the rowdy, champagne-spraying party—just don’t wear anything you mind getting soaked and keep your goggles on if you’re seated inside." - Elise Taylor, Chadner Navarro
"Come 1 p.m., this infamous on‑mountain cabin is the place to decompress, devour malodorous fondue and raclette, and then surrender to a boisterous, champagne‑soaked bacchanal—just remember you still have to ski the long, steep way down." - Charles Curkin
"Rowdy après energy defines this slopeside spot on Aspen Highlands: aim for a 2:30 seating (it’s open December through April) and watch the champagne‑spraying party build; if lunch runs long, snowcats can ferry you down." - Vogue