Top Best Italian Restaurants in Maroon Bells

"Hailing from an Italian family in NYC, owner and sommelier Jill Carnevale is known for the award-winning global wine list (2,000 bottles and counting) she’s built since opening Ellina in 2009. Chef Miguel Diaz’s new Italian American contemporary cuisine deserves attention as well. Braised artichoke heart crostini, calamari fritti, black pepper fettuccine, and chicken Milanese are among the menu staples."

"The region’s absolute finest example of authentic Mediterranean cuisine could be yours when you come check out the Wild Fig in Aspen!. Admittedly inspired by a unique culinary blend of French, Greek, Spanish, and Italian flavors, the Wild Fig puts its diversified roots to work, capturing all of the energy present in an upscale European outlet, and placing it under the same roof as revolutionary pricing and daring flavors!. With bold pasta and risottos, fish and chicken meals, and plates and side dishes available for your preference, The Wild Fig understands that the distance between their front doors and your own sense of satisfaction is meant to be a short one."

"No relation to the restaurants of the same name in Manhattan, Mezzaluna Aspen has been a town standby for Italian food and delicious wood-fired pizzas for more than two decades."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Mezzaluna Aspen (@mezzalunaaspen)"

"This stylish trattoria is a true taste of Roma (co-owner Luigi Giordani’s native city), with an expansive menu covering all the classics: antipasti, insalate, ministre, paste, secondi, and contorni — plus a long list of pizze that are wood-fired to perfection in an imported oven. Roughly translated as “mouthwatering,” Acquolina also has one of the best bars in town (locals call it the “Sistine Chapel of liquor”), with seemingly infinite shelves lined with international spirits."

"Near Mawa’s in the Airport Business Center, chef and owner Martin Meineri cranks out handmade empanadas (each stamped with an aspen leaf logo), fresh egg pasta, seven varieties of ravioli, and five heavenly sauces. A native of Argentina, Meineri attended culinary school in Italy, and today he blends both backgrounds into his personal passion project of a shop."

"Casterline | Goodman Gallery has a beautiful collection of post-war and contemporary art. The gallery has amazing pieces from renowned artists like Roy Lichtenstein, Willem de Kooning, Andy Warhol and more. Their collection expands past what you..."

"Alongside the professional gallery artwork and associated artist receptions in the Red Brick gallery, the Red Brick Center for the Arts advertises an ongoing selection of art workshops, lectures, and student exhibitions. Explore the full events calendar at the Red Brick in downtown Aspen."

"A post shared by Justice Snow’s (@justicesnows) on Apr 26, 2016 at 3:25pm PDT. Justice Snows only serves true breakfast on the weekends, so if you’re in town, it’s a must. Justice is one of the only restaurants in town that offers bottomless mimosas during breakfast, perfect for those enjoying a day off or needing a little liquid courage before hitting the slopes."

"The restaurant’s interior design brings a historic yet contemporary feel to the atmosphere. There are antique elements such as a chandelier that hung in a Cambridge library 100 years ago and hidden doorbell medallions which serve as peepholes to view vintage films. Enjoy an all-American menu or taste one of the custom-made cocktails at the bar."

"Justice Snow’s has a lot to offer: a totally insane cocktail menu so long it won’t load on our computer, and a serious dinner menu to match."

"What to know: Plato’s offers igloos for dining and reservations can be made by calling the restaurant directly. Also, to-go for breakfast lunch and dinner. Every table on the deck offers two heaters to keep warm by."

"The region’s absolute finest example of authentic Mediterranean cuisine could be yours when you come check out the Wild Fig in Aspen!. Admittedly inspired by a unique culinary blend of French, Greek, Spanish, and Italian flavors, the Wild Fig puts its diversified roots to work, capturing all of the energy present in an upscale European outlet, and placing it under the same roof as revolutionary pricing and daring flavors!. With bold pasta and risottos, fish and chicken meals, and plates and side dishes available for your preference, The Wild Fig understands that the distance between their front doors and your own sense of satisfaction is meant to be a short one."