Eat & Drink in CB

Best Restaurants in Crested Butte, CO

For a tiny mountain town, Crested Butte eats remarkably well. From fueling up for the mountain to long farm-to-table evenings — here's where to go.

Dinner Worth the Reservation

Crested Butte's upscale dining scene punches well above its weight.

The Dogwood Cocktail Cabin

Crested Butte's finest dinner experience. Small, carefully composed menu focused on Colorado ingredients, outstanding wine list, craft cocktails. Reserve ahead — this place fills every night of the week.

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Two Twelve

A newer elevated Crested Butte dinner pick for a planned reservation night on Elk Avenue.

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Après-Ski & Casual Dining

Where to eat after you've earned it.

Irwin Brewing Company

Named after the legendary backcountry snowcat skiing area. Colorado craft beers on tap (including house brews), solid pub food, and an outdoor patio that's prime in summer. Reliable and welcoming.

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Secret Stash

Crested Butte's beloved pizza spot in a cozy underground space. Creative pies with Colorado-sourced toppings, excellent local beer list, and a vibe that's intimate and unpretentious. No visit to CB is complete without a pie here.

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Izzy's Mountain Coffee

A casual coffee-and-light-bite stop that fits the easy après-ski / casual dining bucket.

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Quick Fueling Stops

Great food when you're between mountains or activities.

Pitas in Paradise

Fast, filling, affordable lunch. Pita wraps, gyros, and hummus plates designed to fuel up between ski runs or before a hike. A local favorite and one of the best values in an expensive ski town.

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