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We visited Ajax Tavern on a sunny summer afternoon, fresh off the gondola and ready for a bite. The greeting staff welcomed us warmly and recommended the Smash Burger--hailed as the best in Aspen. My husband took their advice, and it didn't disappoint: juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. We started with the truffle parmesan fries, which were crisp and indulgent. I opted for the crab cakes--light, well-seasoned, and beautifully plated. To sip, we enjoyed Lite Cloud Paloma mocktails, refreshing and citrusy with a hint of mountain air. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tasty food, relaxed vibes, and a prime location make Ajax Tavern a must-stop after a gondola ride or summer stroll through Aspen.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]
I used to love the place because they had the BEST STEAK SANDWICH ever like omg it was so good. But they took it off the menu!!!! So I got the waygu bolognese which was fine but not anywhere near $40 like that feels like a scam. I get its waygu but i could've gotten the same tasting bolognese at City Market. But I would've paid $100 for that steak sandwich though. Ugh. Petition to bring BACK THE SANDWHICH!!! I'll stand outside Ajax with a sign that says STEAK SANDWICH I miss it so much. Service was GREAT though our waiter was super kind and nice.
My husband and I are staying very near the Ajax Tavern & my brother in law recommended it, so we gave it a try! We were greeted so nicely by the general manager- John, then led to our table and greeted by Katie- our wonderful server! She was very knowledgeable about their menu and helped us make our decisions! [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat outside- which overlooks the Aspen Gondola- so that was pretty cool and the mountains all around are just beautiful!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered a bottle of French Rosé along with the caviar ... we like caviar, but by no means are we experts, but we were very pleased with the CAVIAR REGGIS OVA OSSETRA, served with a Carmelized onion dip and dill potato chips! Yumm!! I ordered the Maine lobster roll and my husband got the Ajax Wagyu Double cheeseburger. We could've upgraded to truffle fries, but we stuck with the regular fries and they were delicious. Both of our sandwiches were so good- very tasty and fresh. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a beautiful setting for beautiful food. It was definitely a great lunch experience and I would highly recommend it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]
My family eats at Ajax every time we come to Aspen as it's so conveniently close to the gondolas. My family wanted to call out the amazing service that Ani, our waitress, provided. She ensured that our son (with a dairy allergy) got a burger with sourdough bread to be compliant with his allergies, and she brought a wonderful burger/aoli sauce that was dairy free. The staff also kindly provided a high chair and booster seat. The food came out quickly and the fries were perfectly seasoned. The only constructive criticism I had was that the burger patties (in the adult double cheeseburger I ordered) was a a little dry/overcooked, but maybe they are trying to achieve more of a smash burger style, which if that is the case, the burgers were cooked as intended. All-in-all, the experience was great, and if there are families of young kids, we would recommend getting there right when they open for lunch at 11:30!
Solid meal at the base of Ajax mountain. Prices were a bit steep but at least it was good. $31.00 for a Wagu burger...I really couldn't tell if it was any better than a regular burger. The fries were delicious. When in Aspen you expect to pay Aspen prices. My son had the muscles and he said they were really good and it was a good size.
Post Aspen Valley marathon lunch was enjoyed at Ajax! I ordered the cheeseburger and truffle fries. Delish! I had about half and later regret tossing the other half outside of the airport when my flight was later cancelled. I was wishing I had the remainder of my meal for dinner. I was seated immediately upon my arrival and service was great! Gorgeous views. I happily recommend Ajax as they came as a recommendation from a close friend of mine who knew I was going to be in town.
Amazing service, super close to the mountain. Definitely get the tomato or French onion soup when it's cold!!
Service | Fries | outdoor area Service -The staff provided excellent service, from the welcoming hostess to the two attentive servers who went above and beyond to help us. They were very knowledgeable about the menu and made fantastic recommendations. Fries - our group shared the perfect appetizer of fries, which easily catered to 2 to 4 people and arrived in a sizable tower.. Pretty tasty highly recommend. Outdoor area - [[HIGHLIGHT]]During the summer, one of the best things about Aspen is their spacious outdoor area. I highly recommend sitting outside, as every table is covered and has one to two umbrellas to provide shade from the sun.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Pro tip: The restaurant is conveniently located by the ski lift, making it the perfect spot to grab a delicious lunch before heading up the slopes for a breathtaking panoramic view of Aspen.
My heart is still thinking about the truffle fries . It's amazingly delicious and a MUST have! My husband and daughter loved their burgers. My dish was just ok for me. The service was great and staff were friendly.
Tavern/restaurant at the Little Nell, one of the super expensive hotel at the base of Aspen Mountain. Went on a weeknight before 6pm, and the place wasn't too busy. Mid-size indoor space, and also has some outdoor space that's probably open during the day. Menu has the beers, cocktails, and food items from a tavern/sit-down restaurant, but of course a bit pricier since it's a fancy hotel in Aspen. Got the wagyu double cheeseburger, and upgraded the fries to truffle fries. The burger is pretty hefty, with a nice shiny bun. The wagyu beef patties are very flavorful and juicy. The truffle fries were also very tasty. Crispy with the truffle oil, parmesan and herbs, and they give you plenty. Total was $38 before tax and tip. Definitely pricey for a pub style burger and fries, but it was pretty tasty. Service at Ajax Tavern was really good as well.
My star rating: * Totally avoid. Why are you even open? ** Avoid unless the last restaurant on earth. *** Several important misses. Not recommended. **** Very enjoyable experience. Highly recommended. ***** Hits every mark of perfection. PROS Super accommodating staff (Bella, Anela, Clarissa, Raymond) Amazing roast chicken Bright indoor area Incredible wine selection Large shaded outdoor table area CONS -none-
If you want to sit outside you absolutely need to plan ahead. We weren't worried where we sat but I wanted to mention this because every time I have come here it's several hours wait. Great place to spend an afternoon just plan ahead. This time we sat inside and grabbed a drink. Everywhere in Aspen will break the bank so we know what our expectations were going in. The staff was lovely but didn't understand the menu any better than we did and we ended up ordering head cheese on accident with the charcuterie. They also told us that it came with cheese, which it didn't which doubled the cost of the charcuterie. The whole experience was fun but nothing memorable- except for my mom eating head cheese trying to figure out what it was (fyi, it's meat jelly). There are other options in town that are way better so I think Ajax, especially inside is just ok.
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8 months ago
The truffle fries were amazing, but the charcuterie board was okay. The cocktails were fun--my apple pie flavored one was great but I would've preferred it without the whipped cream. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The playlist and DJ last Friday was great, but the overall vibes were more chill than expected, maybe because it's still early in the season.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The view of the slopes is so nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We got there around ~2:30 on a Friday and waited over an hour for a table outside, which we didn't mind because we were able to run some other errands in town. read more
We got to Ajax right when they opened. We were seated promptly and our server brought us a high chair and booster seat for our kids. Our server was helpful in finding something that our kiddo with a dairy allergy could have. He had a burger with a sourdough bun! I had the double cheeseburger. My favorite part of the meal was the fries. You can tell they are freshly cut and fried! Delicious! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The location and view from Ajax are unbeatable![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have umbrellas covering the entire outdoor seating area which is nice to have with the intense sun.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] After our lunch it was convenient to pop over to the gondola to take a ride up the mountain. read more
We visited Ajax Tavern on a sunny summer afternoon, fresh off the gondola and ready for a bite. The greeting staff welcomed us warmly and recommended the Smash Burger--hailed as the best in Aspen. My husband took their advice, and it didn't disappoint: juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. We started with the truffle parmesan fries, which were crisp and indulgent. I opted for the crab cakes--light, well-seasoned, and beautifully plated. To sip, we enjoyed Lite Cloud Paloma mocktails, refreshing and citrusy with a hint of mountain air. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tasty food, relaxed vibes, and a prime location make Ajax Tavern a must-stop after a gondola ride or summer stroll through Aspen.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more
6 months ago
I used to love the place because they had the BEST STEAK SANDWICH ever like omg it was so good. But they took it off the menu!!!! So I got the waygu bolognese which was fine but not anywhere near $40 like that feels like a scam. I get its waygu but i could've gotten the same tasting bolognese at City Market. But I would've paid $100 for that steak sandwich though. Ugh. Petition to bring BACK THE SANDWHICH!!! I'll stand outside Ajax with a sign that says STEAK SANDWICH I miss it so much. Service was GREAT though our waiter was super kind and nice. read more
1 year ago
My husband and I are staying very near the Ajax Tavern & my brother in law recommended it, so we gave it a try! We were greeted so nicely by the general manager- John, then led to our table and greeted by Katie- our wonderful server! She was very knowledgeable about their menu and helped us make our decisions! [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat outside- which overlooks the Aspen Gondola- so that was pretty cool and the mountains all around are just beautiful!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered a bottle of French Rosé along with the caviar ... we like caviar, but by no means are we experts, but we were very pleased with the CAVIAR REGGIS OVA OSSETRA, served with a Carmelized onion dip and dill potato chips! Yumm!! I ordered the Maine lobster roll and my husband got the Ajax Wagyu Double cheeseburger. We could've upgraded to truffle fries, but we stuck with the regular fries and they were delicious. Both of our sandwiches were so good- very tasty and fresh. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a beautiful setting for beautiful food. It was definitely a great lunch experience and I would highly recommend it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more
16 days ago
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19 days ago
My family eats at Ajax every time we come to Aspen as it's so conveniently close to the gondolas. My family wanted to call out the amazing service that Ani, our waitress, provided. She ensured that our son (with a dairy allergy) got a burger with sourdough bread to be compliant with his allergies, and she brought a wonderful burger/aoli sauce that was dairy free. The staff also kindly provided a high chair and booster seat. The food came out quickly and the fries were perfectly seasoned. The only constructive criticism I had was that the burger patties (in the adult double cheeseburger I ordered) was a a little dry/overcooked, but maybe they are trying to achieve more of a smash burger style, which if that is the case, the burgers were cooked as intended. All-in-all, the experience was great, and if there are families of young kids, we would recommend getting there right when they open for lunch at 11:30! read more
7 months ago
Solid meal at the base of Ajax mountain. Prices were a bit steep but at least it was good. $31.00 for a Wagu burger...I really couldn't tell if it was any better than a regular burger. The fries were delicious. When in Aspen you expect to pay Aspen prices. My son had the muscles and he said they were really good and it was a good size. read more
2 years ago
Post Aspen Valley marathon lunch was enjoyed at Ajax! I ordered the cheeseburger and truffle fries. Delish! I had about half and later regret tossing the other half outside of the airport when my flight was later cancelled. I was wishing I had the remainder of my meal for dinner. I was seated immediately upon my arrival and service was great! Gorgeous views. I happily recommend Ajax as they came as a recommendation from a close friend of mine who knew I was going to be in town. read more
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Dear Candace L.,…
8 months ago
Amazing service, super close to the mountain. Definitely get the tomato or French onion soup when it's cold!! read more
Service | Fries | outdoor area Service -The staff provided excellent service, from the welcoming hostess to the two attentive servers who went above and beyond to help us. They were very knowledgeable about the menu and made fantastic recommendations. Fries - our group shared the perfect appetizer of fries, which easily catered to 2 to 4 people and arrived in a sizable tower.. Pretty tasty highly recommend. Outdoor area - [[HIGHLIGHT]]During the summer, one of the best things about Aspen is their spacious outdoor area. I highly recommend sitting outside, as every table is covered and has one to two umbrellas to provide shade from the sun.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Pro tip: The restaurant is conveniently located by the ski lift, making it the perfect spot to grab a delicious lunch before heading up the slopes for a breathtaking panoramic view of Aspen. read more
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Dear Nathan D.,…
8 months ago
My heart is still thinking about the truffle fries . It's amazingly delicious and a MUST have! My husband and daughter loved their burgers. My dish was just ok for me. The service was great and staff were friendly. read more
Tavern/restaurant at the Little Nell, one of the super expensive hotel at the base of Aspen Mountain. Went on a weeknight before 6pm, and the place wasn't too busy. Mid-size indoor space, and also has some outdoor space that's probably open during the day. Menu has the beers, cocktails, and food items from a tavern/sit-down restaurant, but of course a bit pricier since it's a fancy hotel in Aspen. Got the wagyu double cheeseburger, and upgraded the fries to truffle fries. The burger is pretty hefty, with a nice shiny bun. The wagyu beef patties are very flavorful and juicy. The truffle fries were also very tasty. Crispy with the truffle oil, parmesan and herbs, and they give you plenty. Total was $38 before tax and tip. Definitely pricey for a pub style burger and fries, but it was pretty tasty. Service at Ajax Tavern was really good as well. read more
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Dear Tony J.,…
8 months ago
My star rating: * Totally avoid. Why are you even open? ** Avoid unless the last restaurant on earth. *** Several important misses. Not recommended. **** Very enjoyable experience. Highly recommended. ***** Hits every mark of perfection. PROS Super accommodating staff (Bella, Anela, Clarissa, Raymond) Amazing roast chicken Bright indoor area Incredible wine selection Large shaded outdoor table area CONS -none- read more
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Henning R.
Dear Chris H.,…
2 years ago
If you want to sit outside you absolutely need to plan ahead. We weren't worried where we sat but I wanted to mention this because every time I have come here it's several hours wait. Great place to spend an afternoon just plan ahead. This time we sat inside and grabbed a drink. Everywhere in Aspen will break the bank so we know what our expectations were going in. The staff was lovely but didn't understand the menu any better than we did and we ended up ordering head cheese on accident with the charcuterie. They also told us that it came with cheese, which it didn't which doubled the cost of the charcuterie. The whole experience was fun but nothing memorable- except for my mom eating head cheese trying to figure out what it was (fyi, it's meat jelly). There are other options in town that are way better so I think Ajax, especially inside is just ok. read more
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Henning R.
Dear Lauren B.,…
7 months ago
[[HIGHLIGHT]]Had a great time having lunch outside during Fall.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience is great and the service is very attentive.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had the wagyu burger and a Caesar salad which complimented each other very nicely. The burger was delicious and the salad was nice and light. Will be coming back here as long as I keep returning to aspen read more
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Henning R.
Dear Aaron O.,…
Great truffle fries and the fall Mushroom dish was delicious, too (and light!). The cauliflower gratin was good though a little under seasoned. A good choice for vegetarians/vegans! read more
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Henning R.
Dear Devi K.,…
Best tavern for some wholesome after ski grub. The burger and truffle fries were so damn good. The Bolognese was hot and flavorful, the brisket sandwich was knock your socks off. The staff super friendly. The restaurant does require proof of vaccination so be ready to show. read more
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Henning R.
Dear Jo F.,…
The cuisine in this place is above average for astronomical prices. You can get regular French fries with your $27.00 burger or pay $9.00 extra for "truffle fries". FYI there are no truffles in truffle fries. They pour a little infused oil and sprinkle some parmigiana cheese. My main gripe about this place besides the inflated costs is the rudeness of the hosts. There are usually at least three of them and they can be really unpleasant. read more
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Dear Chuck,…
2 years ago
Ever had that "I conquered the slopes(or the stores) and I need a treat" feeling? This is the perfect patio. It is always a good vibe and is a blend of party and casual chill. Juicy wagu burgers, truffle fries, and charcuterie boards will def hit the spot. Service is always warm. read more
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Henning R.
Dear Marie F.,…
2 years ago
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OMG, the BEST service. From our server Mike to The general manager Jon. Our fries came out cold ish and they brought new ones within minutes. Jon conversed with our party and we enjoyed sitting outside. Loved this restaurant. read more
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1 year ago
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1 year ago
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Dear Brett A.,…
3 years ago
Some Aspen locals recommend Ajax Tavern for their burgers. I guess we asked the wrong people. The food was horrible and price was OUTRAGEOUS! One lousy cheeseburger split in half with side truffle fries came to $55 after tip and tax! Can you believe that?! I'd be more than happy to pay that price if it was a premium gourmet burger but their so-called Wagyu beef is nothing like Wagyu. It tastes and smells like the cheapest greasy patty at a burger kiosk selling for $5. Truffle fries were also too greasy and overcooked and almost inedible. Great place to ruin your night. So pissed. read more
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Henning R.
Dear Arash S.,…
1 year ago
3 years ago
this place has the most legit amazing truffle fries ever!! ideal Apes skiing drinks & food read more
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Dear Christopher L.,…
My husband and I had a delicious lunch here with a beautiful view! Their Wagyu double cheeseburger with truffle fries is not to be missed. My husband said it was the best burger he ever had and I definitely agree! We canceled some future lunch reservations so we could eat here again. Wonderful drinks too! read more
3 years ago
Portions are adequate, not for sharing unless they're apps. Service is kind however super busy all the time during winter season. Be prepared to wait for your table or food read more
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Dear Isabella G.,…
Understood that it's slow season and moreover, it's Aspen- its a pricey town. However this place takes a dive when nobody's around and still happens to charge a premium. I guess when the cats away... We had the red trout and wagyu bolognese. For starters the short rib French soup and shishito peppers. Service was attentive by Jackie- but I will say, I hate nothing more than people standing around, behind bars and hostess desks. It drives me nuts. If the whole experience was perfect and food Michelin quality. Sure. Bolognese was good. Pasta a bit shy of al dente. Trout was done right but the smoked purée was PURE liquid smoke- unpalatable. And the bed of shaved Brussel sprouts was salty beyond salt. The shishito peppers and onion soup were also spot on. Not the best. Regardless of how amazing it looks. I will say- you want a quick expensive lunch? Go for it. You want dinner? Go elsewhere. read more
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