Element 47

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Address:
675 East Durant Avenue
Aspen, CO 81611

Neighborhood:
Aspen

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Cuisine:
Contemporary American

Price: $50 and over

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Element 47 Details

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Website: http://www.thelittlenell.com/en/Eat-and-Drink/Element-47.aspx
Phone: (970) 920-6313
Hours of Operation: Breakfast: Sunday - Saturday: 7:00am - 10:30am

Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:30am - 2:30pm

Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 6:00pm - 9:00pm Friday & Saturday: 6:00pm - 9:30pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Contemporary American
Executive Chef: Robert McCormick
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Farm to Table, Fireplace, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Late Night, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Catering: The Little Nell offers catering for parties for 10 - 200 and can handle all off-site needs.
Private Party Facilities: When you select Element 47 for your private party, you have the peace of mind of knowing that The Little Nell’s Five Star/Five Diamond Events Team will bring an unparalleled level of expertise, imagination, and can-do spirit only found at Aspen's most legendary luxury hotel.

This seamless combination of ultra-attentive personalized, detailed services and Aspen’s incredibly rich array of recreational and cultural activities makes The Little Nell an ideal destination for, among other things:

Spectacular Colorado weddings
Desirable incentive trips
Joyous family reunions
Effective corporate functions
Productive Board of Director retreats.
Private Party Contact: Melina Glavas (970) 920-6322
Special Events & Promotions: FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
Melina Glavas - Director of Events

970-920-6322
970-920-6328-fax
email: mglavas@thelittlenell.com

Getting there

Cross Street: Spring St.
Parking: Valet
Parking Details: Complimentary valet parking is available.

A word from Element 47

The Little Nell's latest restaurant revives soulful American cuisine with a distinctive, artistic flair. Savor contemporary cooking infused with seasonal ingredients; Toast a mining town’s heritage with a glass of Colorado beer or spirits, or select from a Burgundy-rich wine list with assistance… from an expert Sommelier. Element 47's sleek design creates a memorable dining ambience, highlighted by a large-scale art installation and glass wine wall -- a subtle nod to a prestigious and award-winning wine list. Indulge in breakfast, lunch or dinner at Element 47, and experience world-class, personal service in an approachable and timeless alpine environment. The talents of Executive Chef Robert McCormick and Master Sommelier Jonathan Pullis, who oversees a 15,000 bottle private wine cellar, combine to create a very special meal. Element 47, formerly Montagna, is the recipient of Wine Spectator's Grand Award and is available for private events.Continued

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Diner Reviews

"Superb food, service and wine selection. This restaurant is consistently great."
Dined on 7/16/2014
"Great dinner--especially the vegetable salad and nettle pasta. Service excellent at dinner, quite poor at post dinner outdoor bar. Many servers so not sure what went awry."
Dined on 7/7/2014
"Service is terrible at this resturant because no one is teaching the new staff how to serve."
Dined on 7/5/2014
"Lovely setting but the menu was limited. Mu husband and I thought the food was very very good BUT the price of the food was very high. We prefer restaurants with a greater choice of food and found the prices at this restaurant to be excessively high."
Dined on 7/2/2014
"The chef is great, but the way in which they organize their service staff is very confusing. None of them knew what was going on. We were asked if we wanted initial drinks 3x even though we ordered them the first time. The same thing happened with our desserts. The first time we were offered dessert we were still waiting for entrees. It took forever to order our wine for the main course and we had to stop eating so we could enjoy it together. Etc, etc... Many other annoyances. When we asked for the bill it literally took 10 minutes while we stood at the entrance. The funny thing is we watched the staff and managers just messing around in confusion at the service station. It was rediculous. Get your FOH together. Never again!"
Dined on 6/22/2014
"Took 9 clients to Element 47 during Food and Wine, the staff was amazing, the food was perfect, and they handled our party of 10 with no issues, big smiles, professionalism, and also made our night one to remember. The food was delicious, easily ranking up there with the best of Aspen, and the wine selection is everything you could desire. Compliments from me and all of my clients!"
Dined on 6/21/2014
"Wonderful experience! The best restraurant in Aspen!"
Dined on 6/21/2014
"Superb wine list supports a well constructed menu which is prepared with careful attention to each order. Service is professional, knowledgeable and friendly."
Dined on 6/12/2014
"This restaurant has the top wine list in the state, with a strong emphasis on Burgundy not available elsewhere within 1000 miles of Aspen. The food is very creative, up to date, and so this is a destination. The Spring Vegetables salad was very complex--each morsel of perfectly cooked vegetable surprised with a new flavor. A very stylish and fine restaurant that at the same time is relaxed and comfortable."
Dined on 5/31/2014
"Element 47 redefines what is possible in your mountain food experience. Every morsel, from the amusé bouche to the chocolate passion fruit lollipops, we were blown away. The service was exceptional from the very moment we stepped in the door. Our server was a delight. The entire staff was attentive at a level typically experienced at michelin star restaurants. If you only have one fine meal in Aspen, this is the ONE."
Dined on 4/2/2014
"Enjoyed a great lunch with my husband after a hike up Smuggler Mountain. Loved the bottomless Bloody Mary and Mimosa bar. Will definitely visit again."
Dined on 3/29/2014
"I normally would have given my usual 5 stars, but our friend who accompanied us order Foie Gras and sent it back twice. He explained that Foie Gras should be warm throughout and it was cold in the center each time it arrived. The rest of us had a fabulous experience. I ordered the oysters to start (YUM), had a kale salad and scallops as my main course. All was delicious. Others at the table ordered the winter salad and quail. All seemed exceedingly pleased. I highly recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 3/28/2014
"Element 47 is the new hot spot, and the Little Nell dynasty is working hard to live up to the hype. Unfortunately, we were quite disappointed. The mis-en-bouche -- a lentil-mint soup -- was delightful and the onion soup quite good. But our other starter and our main courses were just fine. Which was our response when the manager came around to our table to ask about our meal: "Fine." Now, here was an opportunity for him to ask, "Just fine? We're aiming for outstanding. What is not to your satisfaction?" But, no, the manager replied with a lackluster "Great," then moved on to the next table, who must have been more pleased than we were because he stayed talking with them for over twenty minutes. Our advice: skip it!"
Dined on 3/22/2014
"Ridiculous wine list (far too extensive than necessary) and even more inflated prices. For show offs. Unpleasant."
Dined on 3/18/2014
"A great place to be scene, very fashionable, one of the best wine lists I've ever seen. Service was very good. We had to send one plate back because it was under cooked"
Dined on 3/16/2014
"There are too many better restaurants in Aspen to waste time at this overrated one. We were seated in a smaller room that was too enclosed, our waiter was not personable or particularly welcoming, his attitude felt a touch snide. Upon learning that my champagne was flat, he had to be asked again before he replaced the other 2 diners who had pours from the same bottle (the pours were slightly ungenerous, the prices were not). While the food was good, the service put a damper on the evening. At these prices, I would recommend Prospect, Pinon, Chef's Table, etc."
Dined on 3/14/2014
"The service was excellent although I was unimpressed that I paid a hefty bill to share the restaurant with a bulldog and I love dogs. The winter salad was disappointing although the steak was superb!"
Dined on 3/12/2014
"It does not make sense a bottle of wine be on the table after the starter served. It really happened and after my complaints, two bottle from different waiters were showed. A kind of a leak of synchronism. To make matters worse, my spouse ordered a trout which has a sauce added extremely salty. The trout was great, but the lentils covered by the salty sauce was a complete disaster."
Dined on 3/9/2014
"A completely exquisite experience. The portions were perfect, each dish was delectible. Everyone in our party remarked about how excellent the food is. The attention to detail is high, the service was impeccable."
Dined on 3/8/2014
"it was okay but nothing special. Food tried to be creative, for example, their version of de constructed french onion soup was interesting but not unique. The portions were tiny. Ridiculously expensive, even for Aspen. There are alot better options."
Dined on 3/8/2014
"Really special restaurant! The food, service are more then great and delicous! The wine list includes some special european wines. I would nearly recommend this restaurant for a romantic date in Aspen!"
Dined on 3/8/2014
"wife's birthday dinner was fantastic. the choice of small and large plates was perfect to try several. wine list was extensive good thing we decided on varietal prior or it would have taken hours to review whole list. sommeliers were knowledgable and personal. whole experience an A+."
Dined on 3/7/2014
"We had an amazing time . Friendly staff, great design and te food was great ! Small servings but worth every bite ."
Dined on 3/1/2014
"The food was just ok we were on a party of twelve so we got to taste all the deserts as sugested by our server. They were below average. The service was great and the little nell stands to justifie a visit."
Dined on 3/1/2014
"Menu changes often as chef procures product locally, but everything we had was exceptional -- onion soup and foie gras as appetizers were not the standard you find elsewhere. Truly creative and extraordinarily tasteful. Same with our entrees -- duck and Waygu beef filet. Carrot cake was small but delicious. Our waiter, Dalton, was exceptional, giving great recommendations for food and wine by glass, and attentive but not intrusive service. Newly renovated to be less stuffy, Element 47 has upgraded itself in all areas to be the most exceptional restaurant in Aspen's fine dining scene."
Dined on 3/1/2014
"Great food environment and service. Well worth it."
Dined on 2/28/2014
"Menu had great small plate options, fantastic wine list, and personable and attentive staff."
Dined on 2/18/2014
"My son and I went for a light dinner. The wait staff was absolutely wonderful, providing thoughtful suggestions and friendly but over intrusive service. Very accommodating on a special to-go order. Everything was very, very good."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"We had a great dining experience here. We were staying at the Little Nell over President's Day and of course couldn't pass up the opportunity to dine here. We thought it was one of the best restaurants in Aspen. We shared a small plate, large plate, and dessert and thought that was plenty of food for the two of us. The venison and scallops were outstanding. The bread they bring out for free is really really good. The apple cider doughnut dessert is my favorite. The living room is a good place for a drink and is Chair 9."
Dined on 2/13/2014
"We eat here when we are skiing Aspen/Snowmass. It's always a fantastic meal with exceptional service. There isn't a bad thing to say."
Dined on 2/13/2014
"Aspen is a tourist city. The food probably could be above average and still be in business... But Element 47 adds a dining experience that will rival your home town bestest restaurant --- this place cares and what is evident, they excel to be one of the finest restaurants, in the country, Ask for a booth."
Dined on 2/7/2014
"we had one of the best meals we've had at the Nell in the past eight years. every course was perfectly prepared and presented. wine selections (assisted by the sommelier) were excellent, service was exceptional."
Dined on 2/5/2014
"Seated, no problem, water, menus, wine list... Then 15 minutes ( I actually looked at my phone) of nothing. After another party with later reservations had been seated, the busboy came over and explained that our water, apparently the only one available, was busy and would (hopefully) be over soon. He then asked for questions, volunteered to take our order. He took very good care of us, the only time I had any interaction with the waiter was when I flagged him down for another glass of wine and when he brought the check. I have no idea if there were any specials that night, because no one offered to tell us. Other than a very disappointing level of service (by the waiter, not the busboy who was excellent), everything else was superb."
Dined on 2/4/2014
"The most outstanding aspect of Element 47 is the service. Everyone, from hostess, maitre d', somelier, to wait staff were professional, courteous AND friendly, a very important combination of qualities, but sometimes difficult to impart to a restaurant staff. Overall the food is innovative and beautifully presented. Soups were refined and delicious, the salads fresh with interesting components. The oyster risotto was too heavily salted, which detracts from its great essence. Love the "Dealer's choice" concept. Definitely would come back!"
Dined on 1/29/2014
"The foie gras appetizer is truly wonderful and a generously-sized portion. The duck breast with duck confit equally wonderful. While cocktails are reasonably priced at $11 for martinis, the wine list is at least 4x New York prices. We overheard neighboring tables complaining about the wine prices also. Stick with cocktails and this is a memorable dinner experience in Aspen."
Dined on 1/24/2014
"Love the ambiance and that the chef sends extra surprises between courses! Very attentive service."
Dined on 1/16/2014
"Quite nice, although I think $750 for 3 people to eat, only two of which drank the paired wines, is a bit steep. Beware the white truffles. Outstanding, but be ready to take out a second mortgage. Wonderful, but have had equally decadent meals elsewhere for considerably less."
Dined on 1/15/2014
"An Aspen Treasure! Amazing and skilled staff who go above and beyond in providing an incredible dining experience."
Dined on 1/14/2014
"Very very very tasty. While portions may look small, entrees are very rich and filling. Top notch food with great service. Also, the wine list is awesome"
Dined on 1/10/2014
"A group of 4 of friends dined at Element 47, located in the Little Nell to celebrate two birthdays. I called ahead and spoke to the pastry chef so that we could have a special cake made to celebrate. She asked me what flavors we like...and I immediately answered chocolate...she then described several ways to do chocolate. I said, "you do it the way you think best." Was that ever a great decision. She created a masterpiece. Every bite was to die for. We were all just blown away by the presentation, the taste and the quality! Two of us ordered the chef's selections with wine pairings and it was spectacular - highly recommend. I highly recommend this restaurant. Aspen, you should be proud!"
Dined on 1/8/2014

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