If you like comedy, you should visit The Crystal
Palace. This Aspen landmark was established
in 1957, and has been offering quality dining
with satire comedy ever since. The interior of
the restaurant is done in a Victorian style, with
beautiful stained glass windows, sparkling
chandeliers, and vintage furnishings.
If you take politics very seriously, this may not
be the type of comedy you enjoy. The majority
of the comedy acts and musicals have a
political slant to them, and the staff performs
most of the acts. The Crystal Palace is located
in the heart of downtown Aspen, on Hyman
Avenue.
The food is the best you can find anywhere.
Prime Rib, Rack of Lamb, Fish, Seafood, and
Roast Duckling are served. Don’t make the
mistake of just showing up – call ahead for
reservations. The Crystal Palace is open
Tuesday through Sunday in the evening for
dinner and a show. You should definitely make
it a point to eat here at least once while you
are on your Aspen vacation, as this is a
traditional part of Aspen nightlife for locals and
guests.
