The 5 Best Restaurants for Beer Selection in Aspen

Beer culture in Aspen brings together mountain-town casualness and a serious appreciation for craft. It’s where local brews sit beside regional standouts, and tap lists shift with seasons and collaborations. The Best of Aspen, Snowmass and Basalt contest recognized restaurants that treat beer not just as a menu item, but as part of the dining experience — places where the tap list encourages discovery, conversation and maybe a new favorite pint. Whether après-ski or a lingering evening downtown, these spots pour with intention.

Aspen Public House

Aspen Public House offers a thoughtfully curated beer selection that leans into variety — local craft brews, rotating seasonals, clean lagers and fuller-bodied ales designed to complement the menu. The bar blends a lively atmosphere with a polished dining experience, making it a natural place to explore something new on tap. For guests who enjoy pairing beer with food, the selection is broad enough to match anything from small plates to heartier entrées. It’s a downtown staple with range and personality.

Highlands Alehouse

Highlands Alehouse at the base of Aspen Highlands caters to beer lovers who appreciate choice. The tap list showcases familiar favorites and rotating craft selections that reflect what’s happening regionally and beyond. With a casual, après-friendly environment and plenty of seating, it’s a place where a beer becomes part of the day’s storytelling — how the runs went, who took the route no one should’ve taken and where tomorrow’s ski plans begin.

Home Team BBQ

Home Team BBQ embraces the pairing power of beer and comfort food. Their selection is varied without being overwhelming, offering brews that suit wings, ribs and slow-smoked dishes especially well. The atmosphere is relaxed and social, making it easy to enjoy a pint with friends or catch a game while exploring a new tap. It’s straightforward, approachable and built for good company.

Meat & Cheese Restaurant and Farm Shop

Meat & Cheese brings a global, artisanal perspective to food, and the beer list reflects that same curiosity. Expect thoughtfully sourced selections, seasonal European imports, Colorado craft standouts and unique bottled options that pair beautifully with charcuterie and farm-forward dishes. It’s a place where beer is part of the conversation, not just a side note — ideal for diners who like to explore flavor.

Westy’s Tap & Tavern

Westy’s Tap & Tavern offers a welcoming taproom-style experience in downtown Aspen, with a beer list featuring a strong presence from Westbound & Down Brewing and rotating guest taps. The vibe is relaxed and unpretentious, the kind of spot where people gather to talk beer, taste something new and unwind. It’s a comfortable stop for locals and visitors who enjoy discovering what’s pouring now, not just what’s familiar.

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