Brick Pony Pub is the kind of Basalt spot that does not try to impress you and that is exactly why…read moreit wins. It is warm, unpretentious, and packed with the kind of local energy you can not fake. The burger with sweet potato fries is the move, the fish and chips delivers, and the menu hits that rare sweet spot of comfort food you actually crave after a long day. The real reason we will be back is the service. Chloe and Kendall were the stars of the show, sharp, welcoming, and genuinely on point without ever hovering. If you want a place with honest food, a solid pour, and a staff that makes you feel like you belong, Brick Pony just earned a customer for life.

This was an amazing meal after a multi-day backpacking trip. The bar was bustling with good vibes…read more Even though I was ravenous at first, I couldn't finish my meal because it was so large. I had "The Regular" burger with a side of sweet potato fries, and it was so good. The fries and burger were excellent. My friend ordered two big beers and really enjoyed them. We got good service from a teenager who was kind of awkward but very attentive. I didn't bring this up because I didn't want to bother him, but the menu clearly says that you can add cheese, mushrooms, and avocado for $1, but they charged $3 for it. I was wondering if I had somehow misread it, and that they charge $1 for each extra topping, but the receipt said the avocado was $2 and cheese + mushrooms was $1. I do not like a misleading menu and price discrepancies. It ended up being around $28 after tip, which was pricey for just a burger and fries at a casual bar.

Food is simple but good. Nothing too inventive about this place; great spot for a traditional…read morebreakfast. Service is okay. *cash / check only

Not many restaurants get 5 stars, but this one does!…read more The tamale breakfast is excellent. My husband stole a bite from my plate and then he "moaned". WOW. It was that good! I ordered a side of grits, because thats my favorite thing to order anywhere. For the first time ever, I forgot about my grits ( and they were really good too). Anyways, my husband had the Denver omelette, which he said is in his top running. The service was nice and the atmosphere was cozy with a full restaurant of families, small groups and couples. Needless to say, I recommend that you stop here if you are in the overall Aspen Colorado area.

This is the best restaurant I've been to in the valley so far. The building itself is easy to get…read moreto in downtown basalt. The ambiance is upscale and you can tell that there was attention to detail when it came to decor. I also really like how the restaurant is laid out. The service was great and our server was beyond friendly. The food was outstanding. We had the pretzel bites to start and it was so good. The lamb was the star of the show. I highly recommend if you find yourself in the area.

What a great place and addition to the mid valley. It anchors the soon to be completed great lawn…read morelooking over The Roaring Fork River in downtown Basalt. We've been there several times and haven't been disappointed. All of our selections have been over the top delicious. Service has been great with a mixture of seasoned professionals and local HS kids working hard at their first jobs. The look of determination on their faces is heartwarming. This is a terrific alternative to the astronomical prices of Aspen. We'll be there often.

We were traveling around exploring the area and hoping to find a place with a pool table - stubbies…read morepulled through! There were a number of pool tables, a foosball table, shuffle board and more! Great selection of beers on tap plus good bar food. Service with a smile - great prices. I absolutely recommend for a drink and bar sports!

Great spot, music on point, awesome bartender (Genie), super chill and food after 9 pm! Loving it!read more

Great spot in a very convenient scenic location…read more Some of the best Mexican food in the area with a very friendly staff... strong recommend.

What a great find in historic Basalt! Delicious Mexican food and very generous portions. Nice…read moreselection of good quality margaritas. Pleasant indoor and outdoor seating (dog friendly outside). We will come back.

Borderline 4, the atmosphere is great, cocktails are amazing, and the service was good. The food…read morewas good, but not up to the overall value for the costs. The paella was pricey for the actual quality and quantity of seafood, chicken, and sausage. Small bits of fish and rice that didn't appear to have been cooked in the actual paella pan missed expectations. The poached pear and barratta salad stood out. It was a great mix of flavors and presented well. I liked the creativity and took a note to try making this at home. Still, it's near Aspen so I guess you can expect some inflation. It's worth a visit but maybe not on the top choice.

Wouldn't recommend..fish was dry, dish was not at all as described on menu. Artichokes were fried…read morein what tasted like flour and water. Staff is rude. Took a chance on trying a new restaurant rather than going to Free Range Kitchen. BIG MISTAKE!

Well, once again, never fails to go to a place that says it's open and be told. Sorry we're not…read moreopen. If I had no stars to give, it would probably be too many fix your hours. I just wanted a drink. People were at the bar. I guess they don't like customers.

The staff at Zane's clearly DO NOT want you there! My server Ella is one of them…read more Ella desperately needs training. I commend her for working. That's a start. 1. Do not continuously touch your hair. You work in the food biz, & we DO NOT want you constantly running your hands through your ponytail, then touching our food. 2. Girl, I made 40% tips when I was a server because I was warm, friendly, & authentically cared about my guests. Perhaps it's just your personality, but you were cold, not friendly, & mostly ignored me. Your $$$ loss. Here are some tips to provide good service: 1. Smile & make your guests feel welcomed. 2. Do not ignore them for 15 minutes after you serve water. Please take their order w/in 5 minutes.. 3. Work on your aloofness. Be warm. I am an extremely generous tipper when I have good service. You made me feel like you wanted me to leave. 4. Check in on your guests to see if they need drink refills--especially when they are eating spicy food. 5. Your livelihood depends on your demeanor. Be friendly if you would like a nice tip. If not, you deserve zero! My food was fine for what Zane's is. But a meal is ruined by bad service. Warm, friendly, excellent service can make all the difference in the world when the food is mediocre. Let's do better next time! :)

The name does not lie! This hidden El Jebel gem has your simple American Breakfast food. This was…read moremy first going, but my friends' FAVORITE spot to get breakfast. There is something for everyone here, good selection of flavors at a good price. Great place to go with friends to chat over brunch. I would go here again. *cash / check

Stopped in for breakfast and grabbed seats at the bar to watch them make food. The cooks were great…read moreas they showed us what they were making and interacting with us for a while. The server seemed ready to go home and not as energetic to be there. She didn't bring our drinks and then forgot to mention the coffee was self serve. The food was as expected for a traditional diner and the portions were fair. The price point was extremely fair for this area of the valley. Parking was easy and seats were easy to get. This is definitely a local classic hangout.

The food, atmosphere m, and service was excellent. Not crowded, but it was off season. We will…read moredefinitely go back.

Good variety of food. Drinks are great food fast and delicious hospitality at a 10read more