Aspen is giving Coloradans three reasons to plan a fall getaway this September: changing leaves, exceptional dining and four days of runway shows, pop-ups and parties.
The inaugural Aspen Restaurant Week Autumn runs from September 21–27, overlapping with Aspen Fashion Week from September 24–27. Together, the two events create a full itinerary that moves from golden mountain views during the day to prix fixe dinners, runway shows and stylish celebrations at night.
Presented by the Aspen Chamber Resort Association in partnership with the local restaurant community, Restaurant Week brings together more than two dozen Aspen restaurants. Participating spots will offer specially priced, multicourse menus at $45, $75 or $95, giving visitors a chance to experience some of Aspen’s best-known dining rooms at a more accessible price point.
Add fall foliage at or near its seasonal peak, and this may be one of the best weekends of the year to experience Aspen beyond ski season.
Aspen’s First Official Autumn Restaurant Week
Aspen Restaurant Week Autumn begins Monday, September 21, and continues through Sunday, September 27. The week was created to showcase the destination’s culinary scene while celebrating the ingredients and flavors of fall.
The participating lineup stretches across an impressive range of experiences, from Michelin-recognized restaurants and intimate neighborhood dining rooms to sushi, steak, contemporary Mexican food and globally inspired cuisine.
Participating restaurants include Ellina, Bear Den Aspen, PARC Aspen, BOSQ, Angelo’s, Monarch Steakhouse, The Wild Fig, Aosta, Yuki, Matsuhisa, Betula Aspen, Duemani, Acquolina, Jimoto, Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge, Mawa’s Kitchen, Catch Steak, Jing, W Aspen’s 39 Degrees, Meat & Cheese, Las Montañas, Lola 41, West End Social, French Alpine Bistro, Kenichi and Golden Horn.
Menus and availability vary by restaurant. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially from September 24–27, when Aspen Fashion Week visitors will add even more energy to downtown Aspen. View current menus and reservation details through the official Aspen Restaurant Week guide.
Aspen Fashion Week Adds A Weekend of Style
Aspen Fashion Week returns September 24–27, bringing designers, brands, creatives and fashion lovers together during the final four days of Restaurant Week.
The runway takes over Friday and Saturday, with the Two-Day Pass giving guests access to both the Local and Regional showcases.
For visitors, the overlap makes planning simple: explore Aspen and its surrounding fall scenery during the day, make an early Restaurant Week reservation, then head to a runway show or Fashion Week event in the evening.
Individual runway tickets and a Two-Day Pass are available through the Aspen Fashion Week website.
Where to Make a Restaurant Week Reservation
Ellina
Tucked into downtown Aspen, Ellina blends contemporary American cooking with Italian influences. Its intimate dining room makes it a fitting choice for a date night or dinner before an Aspen Fashion Week event.
Restaurant Week offer: $75 prix fixe menu
Address: 430 E. Hyman Ave., Aspen
Reservations: Book a table at Ellina
PARC Aspen
Locally owned PARC Aspen is celebrating Restaurant Week with two options: a $45 bar prix fixe menu and a $75 dinner menu. The seasonal experience is inspired by Colorado’s fall harvest and includes selections from the restaurant’s guest favorites.
Restaurant Week offers: $45 bar menu or $75 dinner menu
Address: 620 E. Hyman Ave., Aspen
Reservations: Reserve at PARC Aspen
BOSQ
BOSQ’s cooking takes inspiration from Aspen’s surrounding wilderness, incorporating regional produce, foraged ingredients and the changing seasons. Its $75 three-course Restaurant Week menu offers an approachable opportunity to experience the Michelin-starred restaurant.
Restaurant Week offer: $75 prix fixe menu
Address: 312 S. Mill St., Aspen
Reservations: Book at BOSQ
Matsuhisa Aspen
Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s Aspen restaurant combines Japanese cuisine with the chef’s signature international influences. It remains one of the city’s most recognized dining destinations and is offering two Restaurant Week experiences.
Restaurant Week offers: $75 and $95 prix fixe menus
Address: 303 E. Main St., Aspen
Reservations: Reserve at Matsuhisa Aspen
Betula Aspen
Betula brings together French technique, South American influences and a polished mountain atmosphere. The warm yet sophisticated dining room makes it well suited to a dressed-up Fashion Week dinner.
Restaurant Week offer: $75 prix fixe menu
Address: 525 E. Cooper Ave., Aspen
Reservations: Book at Betula Aspen
Mawa’s Kitchen
Chef Mawa McQueen’s Michelin Guide–recommended restaurant serves Afro-Mediterranean cuisine with French and American influences. Restaurant Week also arrives during Mawa’s Kitchen’s 20th anniversary year.
Restaurant Week offer: $75 three-course prix fixe menu
Address: 305 Aspen Airport Business Center, Suite F, Aspen
Reservations: Reserve at Mawa’s Kitchen
Catch Steak
Catch Steak brings a lively, modern approach to the classic steakhouse, with an energetic dining room that fits naturally into an Aspen Fashion Week weekend.
Restaurant Week offer: $95 prix fixe menu
Address: 515 E. Hopkins Ave., Aspen
Reservations: Book at Catch Steak Aspen
Jing Aspen
Jing combines Asian-inspired dishes, sushi, seafood, and a social downtown atmosphere. Its location makes it an easy stop before an evening runway show or Fashion Week party.
Restaurant Week offer: $75 prix fixe menu
Address: 413 E. Main St., Aspen
Reservations: Book Jing Aspen
W Aspen’s 39 Degrees
Located inside W Aspen, 39 Degrees offers a stylish, social dining experience close to the base of Aspen Mountain. Visitors can move from dinner to cocktails or Fashion Week plans without leaving the heart of downtown.
Restaurant Week offer: $75 prix fixe menu
Address: 550 S. Spring St., Aspen
Reservations: Reserve at W Aspen
Meat & Cheese Restaurant and Farm Shop
Part restaurant, part specialty market, Meat & Cheese is known for shareable plates, seasonal ingredients, and a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere.
Restaurant Week offer: $75 prix fixe menu
Address: 319 E. Hopkins Ave., Aspen
Restaurant details: Visit Meat & Cheese
Las Montañas
Las Montañas pairs contemporary Mexican cooking with a colorful, energetic dining room. Its central location and celebratory atmosphere make it an ideal option for groups heading out during Fashion Week.
Restaurant Week offer: $75 prix fixe menu
Address: 205 S. Mill St., Aspen
Reservations: Book at Las Montañas
Lola 41
Located inside White Elephant Aspen, Lola 41 offers sushi, seafood and internationally inspired dishes in a chic but approachable setting.
Restaurant Week offer: $75 prix fixe menu
Address: 110 W. Main St., Aspen
Reservations: Reserve Lola 41 on Resy
West End Social at Aspen Meadows pairs panoramic mountain views with seasonal Colorado cuisine. Its location away from the busiest downtown blocks creates a quieter setting for a longer dinner.
Restaurant Week offer: $75 prix fixe menu
Address: 845 Meadows Road, Aspen
Reservations: Reserve West End Social
French Alpine Bistro
The subterranean French Alpine Bistro feels like a European hideaway in downtown Aspen. Expect an intimate setting and Alpine-inspired dishes that feel especially appropriate as the temperatures begin to fall.
Address: 400 E. Hopkins Ave., Aspen
Reservations: Book at French Alpine Bistro
Kenichi Aspen
A longtime Aspen favorite, Kenichi specializes in contemporary Japanese cuisine, sushi and sake. It is an easy choice for a fashionable dinner with friends before heading to an evening event.
Restaurant Week offer: $75 prix fixe menu
Address: 533 E. Hopkins Ave., Aspen
Reservations: Book at Kenichi Aspen
Restaurant Week menus, prices and participants may change. Diners should confirm menu availability and reservation terms directly with each restaurant before visiting.
Aspen Fashion Week Adds On To Aspen Restaurants Week
Aspen Fashion Week returns September 24–27, bringing designers, brands, creatives and fashion lovers together during the final four days of Restaurant Week.
The runway takes over Friday and Saturday, with the Two-Day Pass giving guests access to both the Local and Regional showcases.
For visitors, the overlap makes planning simple: explore Aspen and its surrounding fall scenery during the day, make an early Restaurant Week reservation, then head to a runway show or Fashion Week event in the evening.
Individual runway tickets and a Two-Day Pass are available through the Aspen Fashion Week website.
Come for the Fashion and Food—Stay for the Fall Colors
Late September typically brings brilliant pockets of gold to the Aspen area, although exact timing always depends on elevation and weather. Visitors may see changing foliage throughout town and along nearby scenic routes, trails and mountain passes.
Maroon Bells is Aspen’s most recognizable fall destination, but reservations may be required for parking or shuttle access. Independence Pass, Castle Creek Road and the roads surrounding Ashcroft can also offer memorable seasonal views.
The fall color display gives travelers who may not normally plan a fashion-focused getaway another reason to make the trip. Couples, groups of friends and families can build a weekend around scenic drives, downtown shopping, prix fixe dinners and cultural events—even if only part of the group plans to attend the runway shows.
Plan and Reserve Early
Aspen Restaurant Week and Aspen Fashion Week already create a compelling weekend. Add changing leaves and several other seasonal events taking place in the Roaring Fork Valley, and reservations could fill quickly.
Visitors should secure lodging, runway tickets and dinner reservations before arriving. The best strategy may be to reserve early dinners, leaving enough time to change, walk downtown and arrive at Fashion Week events without rushing.
For one week, Aspen is offering the complete fall escape: golden mountains, crisp air, destination dining and runway style. The only difficult decision may be choosing where to eat—and what to wear.