19 Best American Restaurants near El Jebel

“Considering this is the only place to bowl in this valley honestly this place gets the job done crazy how much this place has grown been going here since the beginning and over the years it has been improving the lanes are nice and smooth definitely a good place to have a night out. Hope to see this place continue to grow.“

“What a hidden gem in Carbondale, CO! Our awesome server Kailey (sp?) gave up fast and friendly service! We had one of the best mimosas around and the Chicken Fried Steak and The Biscuits and Gravy were delicious! Wow. The whole experience was a perfect end to a fun trip to Carbondale and a great start to the morning. We look forward to going back already! Thanks again Kailey! We hope we spelled your name right!!!“

“so good oh my god the owner was serving and was incredibly nice, i wish i took a picture of the sandwich, i got the pastrami sandwich with the truffle fries it was absolutely amazing i brought it home 3 hours later after it sat in a cold car, my boyfriend took a bite and his eyes literally popped open i just wish it was open on weekends! so hard to find good food in this valley“

“Cozy, cabin-like ambience. No frills, really. Santiago Skillet was a 10/10. Bloody Mary came out extra spicy as ordered and did not disappoint - also a 10/10.Our server was patient, sweet, and readily available.Overall we loved the food and the service. Great spot for brunch in the quaint downtown neighborhood of Carbondale.Will likely be back.“

“I ate here for first time 2 weeks ago. I sat at the bar. The service was excellent. Menu was original. I had the seared radicchio salad with blue cheese dressing and it was fantastic. Main course, I had the lamb which was so flavor. I ate every bite. My cocktail was also refreshing and delightful. Max recommended a glass of red that was perfect with my lamb. I couldn't resist the beignets for dessert. So yum. My only suggestion is a little chocolate dipping sauce. The chef comes from Dunton resort which is uber 5star. We are lucky to have him here. The menu is local. This will be my first choice for dining out now. Bravo to the Painted Pig team.“

“We ordered 50 breakfast burritos for a client meeting. The burritos were a very generous size. The clients went crazy over them! So after the meeting I decided to try one. I had the bacon breakfast burrito. Because it was sitting in the tray for over an hour it was a little cold . But still, what a delicious breakfast burrito. Can't wait to try one when it's hot off the grill!! Come check this place out. It's a little hidden , but those that know ..... know.“

“Great place to grab a quick breakfast or lunch. Also serving up delicious espresso and lattes. I would highly recommend the Sausage and egg wrap with the salsa to dip and also the RUBEN is to die for and has a delicious purple cabbage that is unlike anything you can get around here! So tasty. Wonderful service but it closes at noon and sometimes sells out so you have to arrive early!“

“Had dinner at Homestead Bar and Grill last Saturday and it was beyond delicious! Chef Tommy has outdone himself with the new winter menu. I had the crab cake special and they were the best that I have ever had! Seriously better than any that I have had on the East or West Coast! His mashed potatoes were stellar as well and I am a mashed potato snob! The Tomahawk pork chop was also phenomenal and Alex had the ricotta dumplings, which were also delicious! Can’t wait for them to open again next week after their holiday break!“

“An amazing first time at Heather’s-we will be back! Our food and drinks were delicious and we were pleasantly surprised by the trio playing live music when we arrived.Vegetarian options: Delicious stuffed mushrooms, truffle risotto and vegetarian pie!“

“Such a great place to eat and have some beers with friends. This pub has a great environment, a friendly staff and an even better selection of craft beer. My kids enjoyed the burgers and Mac and cheese. My wife and I indulged in the BBQ pulled pork. We also tried a couple of different beers and hard seltzer. Both great!! This pub is a reason to come back to town.“

“Two Rivers is a amazing local place in the valley! The food is always good ! I recommend going in for breakfast ! Pat and Rick built a great restaurant in the late 70’s and it’s still a great “go to” place to meet up with friends! They have also been very active and giving to the community! Go in and enjoy!!!!“

“This restaurant is fantastic! We have been getting take out here since COVID began and it is our piece of normal. Their online ordering and ability to reorder past orders make it easy to pick up on the way home. The burgers are great but I just tried the BLT grilled cheese and it is my new favorite!“

“If you’re passing through the area and looking for some delicious food, stop here. The truffle potatoes were amazing, the tacos were delicious that I got two more chicken tacos. The spicy margarita was one of the best spicy margs I’ve had and you can’t beat the happy hour! The only negative I would say about the food is the fish taco was a sad small fish stick in a tortilla, otherwise the other tacos are great and I will come back when I’m in town again!“

“Where to start breakfast is served till 2 PM and the best huevos around hands-down… Anyone that remembers what a Johnny sandwich was in aspen, can find the remnants of them living here! Still fresh made bread every day! Homemade chips! Amazing service with a smile every time!!“

“For one person, get the standard burger and small fries. Good, solid burger and fries. Pretty quick to make it all. Inside seating for about 12-15 (3-4 parties) so you may need to eat outside on the patio or get it to go depending when you go.“

“My first visit to Free Range Kitchen didn’t disappoint my wife and I. The food was delicious, our cocktails were made perfectly and what can I say about the terrific service and friendly presence of our waiter, Josue. He is a real asset to this restaurant. Our dining experience was well worth the drive from Aspen and for sure, we will be back again during our weeklong vacation.“

“Great $19 fish tacos with black beans, but requires using knife and fork because single flour tortillas break apart. Excellent generous portion 3 pieces of batter fried fish and chips for $23. Very good burger. Nice atmosphere. Good service for our large party of 10 on a Friday night. Fair prices if you think of it as resort pricing.“

“We stumbled upon a fantastic restaurant late in the evening and couldn't resist popping in. I opted for the delectable goat cheese pizza and the pad thai wings. Both dishes exceeded my expectations. I would suggest this place to anyone visiting the carbondale area.“

“Last night a group of 30 people gathered for a birthday celebration. One young lady, and I wish I had gotten her name, served all of us. She was effiecient, accurate and very pleasant. She did an amazing job. The food was great as well. Everyone was commenting on how much they enjoyed it. Several had never been to Zane's before. They thought it was a great spot and said they will be back. The 4 stars for atmosphere was because the TVs or music were so loud that it made conversations hard to hear.“