The Cliffhouse-Buttermilk
TripAdvisor Rating: 4.0
Address: 38700 Highway 82, Aspen, CO
Hours: 11a–2:30p
The Cliffhouse Buttermilk is a quaint place located in Aspen with beautiful panoramic views of the Maroon Creek and Pyramid Peak areas. You will love sitting near the windows or even on the patio to look around. Open for lunch only during the winter season, you will find that the restaurant offers a delicious Mongolian fare for you to indulge in. Whether you’re looking for something traditional or unique, you will find it here. The restaurant is a unique style restaurant with fresh food during your ski trip.
What They’re Known for: The Cliffhouse Buttermilk is known for their food. The locals enjoy coming here as the food offerings are not just traditional fast-food items. You can enjoy everything from fresh, crisp vegetables or a variety of beef, pork, tofu, chicken, and shrimp. The restaurant also serves soups, juicy burgers, and chili. There is an option for everyone, and the atmosphere is family-friendly so both you and the kids can enjoy something to eat.
What to Watch for: You want to keep an eye on the atmosphere. The restaurant is a cafeteria-style place that allows you to come in quick, get your food, and leave so you can get back to the slopes. You also want to keep in mind that the restaurant is only open during lunch time briefly, and the place does get busy so you want to make sure to arrive early with enough time to eat.
Price: $5-$10+