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Crested Butte Dining and Nightlife Guide


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Dining

There is an international flavor to our list of restaurants. Visit a local award winning brew pub with homemade draught beers or stop into one of the numerous restaurants. The towns of Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte feature over 35 different restaurants and 26 bars with Italian, Swiss, Mexican, French, Asian, American, seafood and vegetarian menus. Renowned chefs from around the world make their homes here in the Rockies at four and five star establishments while coffee shops, family style cafes and saloon fare are abundant.

Le Bosquet Restaurant 525 Red Lady - 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. 970-349-5808

Harry's Fine Dining 435 6th Street - Formerly the Buffalo Grill, Harry's Fine Dining specializes in the very finest buffalo steaks, beef steaks, and a wide variety of free range and organic. 970-349-9699

Camp 4 Coffee 402 1/2 Elk Avenue - Camp 4 Coffee serves the Best Coffee in Colorado, breakfast burritos, sandwiches, muffins, and other snacks. Take some Camp 4 coffee with you to brew. 970-349-5148

The Secret Stash 21 Elk Avenue - Voted Best Pizza in Crested Butte since opening in 2002, the Secret Stash is the place everyone must visit in town. 970-349-6245

Karolina's Kitchen 127 Elk Avenue - Affordable home cooking located in the historic blacksmith shop of the Kochevar's building, Karolina's Kitchen offers soups, salads, sandwiches, incredibly fresh steaks, pork chops and fish. 970-349-6756

The Last Steep Bar & Grill 517 2nd Street - Voted Best Bloody Mary four years running, TheLast Steep Bar & Grill is a true Crested Butte Original named after a favorite ski run. 970-349-5765

Why Cook?! 555 Red Lady - Located next to Le Bosquet at 6th and Belleview in the Majestic Plaza, Why Cook?! offers delicious, healthy items ready to take out for an evening of entertaining, or a quiet night at home. 970-349-5858

Woodstone Grille Grand Lodge Hotel - The Woodstone Bar & Grille located in the Grand Lodge Hotel in Mt. Crested Butte offers breakfast and dinner daily in a cozy dining room. 970-349-8030

Bacchanale 209 Elk Avenue - Eat Pasta, Ski Fasta. Serving delicious Homemade Northern Italian cuisine, the Bacchanale is a great place to relax after a long day. 970-349-5257

Donita's Cantina 330 Elk Avenue - 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...

Marchitelli's Gourmet Noodle 411 3rd Street - 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. 970-349-7401

Pitas in Paradise 212 Elk Avenue - 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. 970-349-0897

Cowboys BBQ & Saloon 130 Elk Avenue - Cowboy's BBQ Saloon features smoked ribs, brisket, pork, turkey, chicken, steaks, and seafood. Enjoy your entree while relaxing in a historic, western atmosphere. 970-349-9333

Crave 425 Elk Avenue - What do you Crave? Serving creative cajun cuisine, Crave features favorites from the southern coast. Featuring fresh seafood flown in from the Gulf Coast, gumbo, and salads, the menu is a culinary adventure in itself. 970-349-0570

CB South General Store 228 Elcho Avenue - The CB South General Store is the only place in CB South serving breakfast, lunch and dinner! Coffee is always only $1 or free with breakfast. 970-349-2551

Teocalli Tamale 311 1/2 Elk Avenue - 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? 970-349-2005

The Avalanche 433 Emmons Road - 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. 970-349-7195

The Princess Wine Bar 218 Elk Avenue - Escape the ordinary, and experience the Princess Wine Bar in downtown Crested Butte. Enjoy the morning coffeehouse featuring Belgian waffles, baked eggs, applewood smoked bacon, and espresso & coffee drinks. 970-349-0210

Black Whale 3rd and Elk - The Black Whale serves a variety of tasty and affordable dishes for the whole family, including burgers, fish & chips, and a great choice of appetizers. The Black Whale also features a full bar, ten beers on tap and excellent wines by the glass. 970-349-0480 Cement Creek Tavern 207 Elcho(Crested Butte South) - Cement Creek Tavern is an American bar and grill restaurant serving traditional American bar foods like burgers, sandwiches and steaks. (970) 349-1900

Firehouse Grill 11 Snowmass Road - The Firehouse Grill is the newest slopeside restaurant. Serving soups, salads, burgers, wings, pizza, and sandwiches, the Firehouse Grill is located in the Plaza Hotel. Dine in, carry out, or get it delivered! Serving food from 11am to 10pm, with a bar open until midnight. 970-349-4666

The WoodStone Grill 6 Emmons Loop, Located in the Grand Lodge - Nestled at the base of Mount Crested Butte, The Grand Lodge Crested Butte offers a delicious dining option for breakfast and dinner—T. Families are welcome and après ski time is filled with creative mountain cocktails and tasty appetizers. 888-823-4446

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Nightlife

The immediate apres-ski action is at the slopeside Butte 66 Roadhouse BBQ in the Treasury Building, with apres-ski drink specials and live entertainment. Then the action begins to move downtown to the Wooden Nickel, with some wild drinks, and The El Dorado, known around town as The Eldo and, according to one local, it has a 'smokin' dance floor. The Eldo also has a brewery. Duck into the cellar entrance of Lobar and discover the uptown side of Crested Butte. Lounge in cushy seating, sidle up to the long bar for drinks and sample sushi and tapas while DJs and live music keep you entertained. On weekends, folks come here to kick up their heels on the dance floor.

Lobar 303 Elk Avenue - The hipster element of Crested Butte. Located downstairs in the historic Company Store, the Lobar is a combination of a lounge and sushi bar. 970-349-0480

Butte 66 Roadhouse Top of the Treasury Center - Serving lunch and & apres ski with the best BBQ in town! Great happy hour with daily specials. Open 11am to 7pm daily. 970-349-2999

Wooden Nickel 222 Elk Avenue - 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. Bar opens at 3:30pm daily with happy hour specials 'til 6pm. Dinner nightly 'til 10:00pm (10:30 on weekends). 970-349-6350

Idle Spur Grill & Brewery 226 Elk Ave - Idle Spur Grill & Brewery features American cuisine including ribs, sandwiches and seafood. Wash it all down with the brewery's award-winning microbrews. 970-349-5026

Kochevar's 27 Elk Avenue - Looking for a place to relax and play darts or pool at night? Crested Butte's oldest saloon and gaming hall is the place to be. Built in 1886, some original furnishings, including a roulette table and coal stove, will make you feel like you are in the old West. 970-349-6745

Talk of the Town 230 Elk Avenue - If you are looking for a good time, the Talk offers foosball, pinball, video games, good music, and pool tables any night of the week. 970-349-6809

The Eldo 215 Elk Avenue - Crested Butte’s newest micro brewery is a Sunny Place for Shady People, serving nine beers on tap, a huge selection of over 40 bottled beers, cocktails, bar food and live music regularly. Happy hour daily from 3-8 pm: $1.50 pints! 970-349-6125

The Princess Wine Bar 218 Elk Avenue - In the evenings, sip on award-winning wines, a wide selection of Cognacs and single malt Scotches, or warm up with a cup of espresso. Liveentertainment and light appetizers make the Princess Wine Bar the perfect apres ski choice. 970-349-0210

Wolf Den Tavern 512 Second Street - Enjoy a drink at the Wolf Den Tavern while listening to piano music and lounging on the comfy couches. Located inside the Crested Butte Club. 970-349-6655

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