Dinner – Town of Crested Butte
Bacchanale Italian Kitchen
970.349.5044
209 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
The Bacchanale has been a local favorite in Crested Butte, Colorado for 40 years. Acquired in 2012 by new owners Kate & Chris Ladoulis, the team that launched django’s restaurant in 2008, the all-new Bacchanale will relaunch with their vision of modest Italian cuisine.
BONEZ
970.349.5188
130 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
BONEZ is Crested Butte’s newest Mexican restaurant featuring and exciting collection of Mexican entrees, street tacos, and Crested Butte’s largest tequila selection. Have a fresh squeezed margarita at one of Crested Butte’s oldest historic bars, grab a seat at our 20 foot community table and enjoy house made chips, fresh salsa, queso blanco or our famous D.I.Y. Guacamole. Save $1 off all street tacos, margaritas and Mexican beers during happy hour, every day from 3-5:30 pm.
Brick Oven Pizzeria and Pub
970.349.5044
223 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Enjoy Crested Butte’s finest pizza, subs, pasta and libations at the Brick Oven. Pick from the best salad bar in town, pizza by the slice, or other menu items. The Brick has the most beers on tap in town plus a full bar. Located right in downtown Crested Butte at 3rd and Elk.
Coal Creek Grill
970.349.6645
129 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Located in the lobby of the Historic Forest Queen Hotel, Coal Creek Grill is a new addition to Crested Butte’s exciting Elk Ave Culinary Scene. We are a full service restaurant open for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Our delicious new menu offers fresh “Colorado Mountain Cuisine.” Our grill is locally owned & operated with the mission of serving high quality meals with exceptional service in a fun and exciting atmosphere.
Donita’s Cantina
970.349.6674
330 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Enjoy tasty Mexican food in a fun atmosphere. The menu features large portions of enchiladas, burritos, chimichangas, and other Mexican favorites. Relax with the friendly service and sip on a famous margarita. Remember to take home some of the legendary homemade salsa. No reservations but special arrangements can be made for parties of 10 or more with 24 hours notice. Serving dinner nightly.
The Eldo
970.349.6125
215 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Crested Butte’s full service bar, restaurant, live music venue and only brewery! The Kitchen n The Eldo serves bar-food: hand-patted burgers, homemade veggie burgers, sandwiches, salads, hand-cut fries, beer battered onion rings and fried avocado.
Elk Ave Prime
970.349.1551
226 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Elk Ave. Prime Steak house is located in the heart of downtown Crested Butte on Elk Avenue. We feature hand cut highest quality USDA PRIME steaks, pastas, lamb chops, elk, pork chops, fresh garden salads and more. We also have a great kids menu. We have a vast array of import and domestic beers as well as the largest wine selection in the valley. You can enjoy any of our drinks from our outdoor patio or cozy up next to our fireplace, great after a long day of skiing. Elk Ave. Prime is one of the largest venues in Crested Butte, ideal for large parties.
Ginger Cafe
970.349.7291
425 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Located on Elk Avenue, the Ginger Cafe offers pan-Asian delights for your senses. Specializing in Indian and Thai cuisines, the Ginger offers Colorado Lamb, Pad Thai, many curries, soups, and some out of sight fusion dishes. Many veggie entrees are available. Full bar, exotic drinks, and an intimate setting make this not your average Asian restaurant. Entrees average $8. Reservations are helpful but not required. Serving lunch and dinner everyday, you can dine-in, take-away, or have your meal delivered.
Kochevar’s Saloon
970.349.1388
127 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
A piece of Crested Butte history. Come join us for great Beer, Whiskey, Cocktails, delicious pub fare and an ambiance that can’t be beat! Open seven days and nights a week and serving food until very, very lat in the evening! Come relax with us after your Crested Butte Adventure and enjoy Crested Butte’s oldest Saloon!
Le Bosquet
970.349.5808
525 Red Lady Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Family owned and operated since 1976, Le Bosquet offers breathtaking views and mouth watering food. Enjoy old standards such as rack of lamb in a red wine garlic butter sauce, hazelnut chicken and salmon in a ginger glaze, as well as vegetarian entrees, crisp salads, great soups, a variety of appetizers, and break-your-diet desserts. Quality, consistency, and friendliness are Le Bosquet’s specialties. A full bar and a Wine Spectator award winning wine list will round out an evening to remember. Twilight menu and children’s options are available. Visit the prepared food take out, Why Cook?! when you’re here. Catering and private chef services available. Open nightly at 5pm, and reservations are helpful. Located at 6th and Belleview in Majestic Plaza.
Lil’s Sushi Bar & Grill
970.349.5457
321 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Crested Butte’s One and Only Sushi Bar Open Nightly at 5:30 p.m. Offering a nightly Happy Hour at the Sushi Bar and Bar only. We are a casual “family friendly” restaurant that promises to provide you with an incredible dining experience. Although we are known as having the best sushi in town, we offer an array of seafood and meat entrees, as well as options for the kids! Our fish is of the highest quality, flown in 6 days a week and on our doorstep within 24 hours from the docks-it doesn’t get any fresher than that in the Rockies!! Reservations are recommended. Private parties and catering are available.
The Last Steep Bar and Grill
970.349.7007
208 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
The Last Steep Bar and Grill is a family owned and operated restaurant in the heart of historic downtown Crested Butte, CO and convenient to the Crested Butte Shuttle stop at the Old Town Hall. Our specialties include freshly made salads and wraps, creative sandwiches, burgers & seafood, fine desserts and the coldest beer in town! The Last Steep will also take care of those late night, no-food blues so please stop by or give us a call for current kitchen hours. Don’t forget to check our chalkboard specials and our build-your-own-bloody-bar from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Saturday & Sunday. Voted the Best Bloody Mary by Crested Butte locals and the Crested Butte News!
Marchitelli’s Gourmet Noodle
970.349.7401
411 Third Street,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Come taste Italy tonight. Marchitelli’s proudly features generations of special family recipes. Enjoy traditional Italian cuisine including unique sauce and pasta combinations, as well as specialty entrees of Veal Marsala, Elk Medallions, Chicken Florentine, and Seafood Pasta. Also indulge in the gourmet homemade desserts, full bar, and wine list. Open for dinner nightly at 5pm, and reservations are recommended.
Mikey’s Pizza
970.349.1110
611 Third Street,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Across from the Big Mine Ice Rink and Skate Park
Everybody loves Mikey’s Pizza! We offer pizza by the slice, specialty pies, pasta, oven baked sandwiches, fresh salads and a variety of appetizers. We also serve breakfast all day with fatty breakfast burritos and egg sandwiches. Located across from the skate park, you can come pick it up or let us deliver to you. We are open 7 days a week. Delivery every night at 5 p.m. Mikey’s pizza slices and breakfast items are also sold at True Value.
Pita’s in Paradise
970.349.0897
302 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Really, when was the last time you ate baba gannoush? You know falafel is not just for hippies anymore. Life is too short to eat Big Macs. Life is too sweet not to eat baklava. Visualize the immaculate gyro dripping savory tzatziki sauce on your chic pantalones. Always open 11am to 9pm everyday. Challenge Pitas with your freaky dietary needs. If they can feed a lacto/ovo vegetarian toddler with a wheat allergy and a distrust of legumes, they can feed you.
Ryce Asian Bistro
970.349.9888
120 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Born from more than 40 years of combined restaurant experience, Ryce brings the best and greatest variety of Asian foods to Crested Butte. Specialaties from Japan, China, Thailand and Vietnam, as well as sakes, champagne, and creative martinis; a casual atmosphere with patio and riverside dining available. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
The Secret Stash
970.349.6245
303 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Voted Best Pizza in Crested Butte since opening in 2002, the Secret Stash is the place everyone must visit in town. Skiing Magazine called it “The hip joint on Elk Avenue”. Locals call it the funkiest pizza place ever. Set in a historic, 100 year old miner’s cabin, Crested Butte Iron Chef and dough master, Jeff Graceffa, serves made-from-scratch, hand tossed gourmet pizzas, grilled Asian style BBQ wings, fresh salads, and more. A full service bar and limitless beverage possibilities also await you. The decor has been collected from the world travels of the owners, who have visited over 70 countries around the globe. Small, intimate rooms with big, comfy chairs, and Japanese style floor seating on overstuffed pillows under an exotic canopy are just a few of your seating options. The Secret Stash is a truly unique pizza joint.
Sherpa Cafe
970.349.0443
313 Third Street,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Sherpa Café in Crested Butte, CO offers the unique flavors of Nepali and Indian foods with prices that are very reasonable. We serve the best authentic Nepali and Indian foods. We carefully select the best product and develop new and imaginative recipes and we commit to make you happy through our servings and will be happy for your compliments too.
Slogar
970.349.5765
517 Second Street,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Serving spectacular skillet-fried chicken dinners and grilled steaks, the Slogar uses a recipe famous for great flavor since 1915. Hospitality at the historic Slogar includes family-style service in comfortable and unique Victorian surroundings. Enjoy the generous portions and the modest price of the Slogar’s sensational skillet-fried chicken served with mashed potatoes, creamed corn, biscuits, and ice cream for dessert. Serving dinner daily from 5-9pm. A full bar and wine list are available.
Soupcon
970.349.5448
127 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
In the back alley
Serving creative French and American cuisine using the freshest seasonal ingredients in a warm, cozy atmosphere, Soupçon’s changing menu includes Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes, Yellow Fin Tuna Tartare, Hudson Valley Foie Gras, Rack of Lamb, Grilled Elk Tenderloin, Atlantic Salmon, and Sauteéd Halibut. Soups and desserts are made fresh daily. Soupçon has one of the most extensive wine lists in town as well as cocktails. Seating nightly at 6:00pm and 8:15 pm, Soupçon is located in the alley behind the Forest Queen Building in downtown Crested Butte. Reservations recommended.
The Sunflower
970.349.6866
214 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
For a quick, fresh meal in a friendly atmosphere, go to the Sunflower Deli located on Elk Avenue across from the Post Office. The breakfast menu offers coffees and fresh baked goods. For lunch, a variety of deli sandwiches are available. The Sunshine Deli also makes homemade soups daily. For supper The Sunflower offers fine dining with farm to table options.
Teocalli Tamale
970.349.2005
311 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Tasty fresh lime margaritas, handmade tamales, a huge selection of burritos and tacos, affordable prices and lightning-fast service – what more could you ask for? The fresh salsas include mild tomato, salsa verde, roasted chile corn, and a hot smoky chipotle. Burritos and tacos feature slow-cooked shredded beef, marinated and grilled steak or chicken, gourmet veggies, and blackened mahi-mahi. Try one of the many unique creations – a chile pesto or spicy Thai burrito with peanut sauce. Dine in and enjoy a drink from the large selection of Mexican beers, or take it to go. A fresh and healthy alternative, the Tamale is open every day for lunch and dinner.
Why Cook ?!
970.349.5858
311 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Offering already prepared foods so…Why Cook?! Easily microwaveable or oven-heated meals are available in generous single portions from $6.99. Please call ahead for larger quantities. Lasagnas, stroganoff, shepherd’s pie, chicken Parmesan, and meatloaf are some favorite standards. You will also find a variety of salads as well as gourmet cheeses and pâtés, all natural deli meats, fresh and frozen soups, breads and desserts. Design your own sandwich or choose a specialty sandwich for here or one for the road. Open daily in the summer from 11-7, winter Monday through Saturday 11-6:30. Next to Le Bosquet in the Majestic Plaza
Wooden Nickel
970.349.6350
222 Elk Avenue,
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Known for the best steaks in town, the Wooden Nickel specializes in tender Filet Mignon, USDA Prime Graded NY Strip and Rib Eye steaks, succulent Prime Rib, Elk Tenderloin, Alaskan King Crab, BBQ pork ribs, pork and lamb chops, fresh grilled seafood, and fresh garden salads. The Nickel also serves burgers, chicken fried steak, and buffalo burgers. Whole Maine lobster and a variety of surf and turf combinations are available nightly. Go for a special evening at Crested Butte’s oldest bar and meeting place. The bar opens at 4pm daily with Happy Hour until 6 pm daily. Dinner is served nightly until 10pm.
Dinner – Mt. Crested Butte
9380 Prime
970.251.3030
500 Gothic Road,
Mt. Crested Butte, CO 81225
Slopeside
For fine-dining or a casual lunch, 9380 Prime is the place to be. During the day, 9380 will feature breakfast, lunch and après ski options. At night, the restaurant will transform into PRIME, a contemporary Colorado chop house. With intimate booths and exquisite cuisine, Prime is sure to impress the most discerning fine-dining connoisseur. Expansive new bars inside and out, plenty of outdoor seating and the large fire pit, ensure this will be the base area’s newest hot spot.
The Avalanche Bar & Grill
970.349.7195
15 Emmons Road,
Mt. Crested Butte, CO 81225
Across from the Mountaineer Square Breezeway
Located at the ski area in Mt. Crested Butte, the Avalanche Bar & Grill features great breakfasts, relaxing lunches, and delicious dinners starting at 7:30am daily. The banana granola pancakes, biscuits & gravy, homemade clam chowder and chili, half pound burgers, smoked salmon salad, fish and chips, spinach manicotti, and caramel apple crisp are just a smidgen of the menu’s collection of comfort foods. Don’t forget the Rugrats. The Avalanche has a kids breakfast & lunch menu. Take-out, eat in, or enjoy a hot toddy after a cool day on the slopes. Happy Hour is from 3-6pm daily.
Iron Horse Tap
970.349.7300
11 Snowmass Road,
Mt. Crested Butte, CO 81225
Inside The Plaza
The food is American cuisine, comfort food classics using only the finest ingredients available. They have a kid friendly menu and dinning room making this a family favorite but don’t be mistaken, the bar is fully stocked with fine liquors and Colorado brews on tap! Monday is Taco Night!
Uley’s Cabin
970.349.2275
On the Ski Mountain,
Mt. Crested Butte, CO 81225
Below the Twister Lift
Located at the bottom of Twister Lift, The Ice Bar at Uley’s Cabin serves gourmet lunches daily and signature drinks outside at their legendary bar made out of ice, starting December 12. Plus, enjoy a starlit sleigh ride to a charming cabin in the woods, then delight in a 5 course gourmet dinner, starts December 18th. Lunch and Dinner Reservations accepted.
The Woodstone Bar & Grille
970.349.8000
In the Grand Lodge,
Mt. Crested Butte, CO 81225
The Woodstone Bar & Grille located in the Grand Lodge Hotel in Mt. Crested Butte offers breakfast and dinner daily in a cozy dining room. For breakfast enjoy a hot cup of Starbucks coffee with the generous buffet or a la carte specialties. For dinner enjoy regional Southwestern cuisine fused with an international flare. Dinner specials change nightly. Apres ski is also available starting at 4pm. Come and enjoy the new High Definition Plasma TVs next to the toasty fireplace! Open daily from 7am to 10:30am for breakfast, and dinner begins at 5pm to 8pm. Large parties always welcome. Special meeting & banquet facilities are available.
Lunch – Crested Butte South
Rueben’s New Mexican Cuisine
970.349.2551
228 Elcho Avenue,
Crested Butte South
Tully’s General Store has a wide variety of burgers, hot and cold sandwiches, pizzas and snacks for lunch and dinner. They also have a full bar and are a great place to catch the game.
Tully’s General Store
970.349.2551
228 Elcho Avenue,
Crested Butte South
Tully’s General Store has a wide variety of burgers, hot and cold sandwiches, pizzas and snacks for lunch and dinner. They also have a full bar and are a great place to catch the game.
