Aspen Tap House – American
Aspen Tap House captures the spirited warmth of a mountain lodge retreat, where the lively buzz of a social hub meets the comforting aroma of elevated pub fare. Golden-fried treasures like crispy pickle chips and truffle-scented fries pair perfectly with velvety craft beer cheese dip, inviting friends to linger over shared plates and cold pints. From the zesty kick of Pow Wow shrimp to the rustic satisfaction of a thick, hand-cut pork chop, the experience celebrates the hearty, convivial joy of a well-earned feast.
2001 South Neil Street, Champaign IL 61820 https://aspentaphouse.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Aspen Tap House
Dairy-Free at Aspen Tap House
Aspen Tap House in Champaign has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet-N-Spicy Brussels, Smashed Black Beans and Bowl of Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Aspen Tap House
Aspen Tap House in Champaign has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet-N-Spicy Brussels, Bowl of Soup and Hand-Cut Pork Chop. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Aspen Tap House
Aspen Tap House in Champaign has 19 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pan-Seared Salmon, Fried Cheesecake and Sweet-N-Spicy Brussels. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Aspen Tap House
Aspen Tap House in Champaign has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Old School Tacos, Smashed Black Beans and Buffalo Chicken Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Aspen Tap House
Aspen Tap House in Champaign has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Truffle Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Aspen Tap House
Aspen Tap House in Champaign has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Truffle Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Aspen Tap House
Aspen Tap House in Champaign has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smashed Black Beans, Pineapple Coconut Punch and Tap House Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Aspen Tap House
Aspen Tap House in Champaign has 13 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Craft Beer Cheese Dip, Smashed Black Beans and Crispy Pickle Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Aspen Tap House
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Grilled Cod Tacos | 0 g | 73.5 g |
| Old School Tacos | 0 g | 65.2 g |
| Buffalo Chicken Dip | 0 g | 37.2 g |
| Craft Beer Cheese Dip | 44.3 g | 36.8 g |
| Golden Fried Shrimp | 23.7 g | 30.6 g |
| Patty Melt | 95.4 g | 30.6 g |
| Crispy Fried Catfish | 9.5 g | 28.3 g |
| Smashed Black Beans | 13.8 g | 23.8 g |
| Nachos | 76.6 g | 20.4 g |
| Smothered Chicken | 77.7 g | 16.2 g |
| Steak Fajita Tacos | 41.5 g | 15.1 g |
| Cheese Curds | 86.7 g | 14.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its extensive menu variety, guests appreciate the diverse range of options available to suit different tastes. Reviewers highlight the adequate service and consistent dining experience, noting that the broad selection of dishes provides a solid foundation for a casual meal.
Menu
Appetizers
- Truffle Fries - $7.99: Brew City Fries topped with truffle aioli, parmesan & fresh basil. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Pickle Chips - $7.99: Dill pickle chips lightly hand-battered, golden fried and served with scratch made sriracha ranch. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Curds - $9.99: Fresh cheese curds hand-breaded, fried crispy and served with scratch made sriracha ranch. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Craft Beer Cheese Dip - $8.99: Cheddar, romano & cream cheese, craft draft beer, spices & seasoning. Served with choice of warm pretzel bites, Brew City Fries or crispy tortilla chips. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Mushrooms - $9.99: Fresh mushrooms hand-battered and fried crispy. Served with scratch made ranch or horseradish cream sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli Fritters - $8.99: Crispy handmade fritters filled with broccoli, cheddar & jack cheese, onion & bacon. Served with honey mustard. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $9.99: Tortilla chips, smashed black beans, cheddar & jack cheese, beer cheese, lettuce, jalapeños, pico de gallo, green onion & cilantro lime sour cream drizzle. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Dip - $9.99: Seasoned chicken, cream cheese, Buffalo sauce & ranch dressing. Served with fresh celery & crispy tortilla chips. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pow Wow Shrimp - $9.99: Hand-breaded shrimp lightly fried and tossed in spicy, creamy sweet chili sauce, green onions, shredded cabbage. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Hand-Cut Pork Chop - $13.49: 12 oz. center cut butterflied boneless pork chop topped with honey lime sauce. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aspen Hawaiian Chicken - $13.99: Grilled 8 oz. fresh chicken breast marinated and glazed Hawaiian style then topped with pineapple salsa. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders Dinner - $13.99: Hand-breaded, golden fried, fresh chicken tenders served with choice of dipping sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Fried Catfish - $13.49: Farm-raised catfish fillets hand-breaded in southern cornmeal, fried crispy and served with malt vinegar tartar sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Golden Fried Shrimp - $13.99: Hand-breaded tail-off shrimp lightly fried to a crispy golden brown and served with cocktail sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smothered Chicken - $14.99: Marinated and grilled 8 oz. fresh chicken breast topped with sautéed mushrooms & caramelized onions with choice of melted jack cheese or Peppercorn Cream Sauce. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschetta Grilled Chicken - $14.99: Marinated and grilled 8 oz. fresh chicken breast, mozzarella cheese, house made bruschetta & balsamic glaze. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish + Chips - $14.99: Atlantic Cod in house made batter, fried golden brown and served with malt vinegar tartar sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan-Seared Salmon - $17.99: 8 oz. salmon fillet lightly seasoned, seared and drizzled with honey lime sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Full Slab Baby Back Ribs - $23.49: Tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs specially seasoned, slow-smoked and covered in sweet tangy BBQ sauce. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- 12 oz. Black Angus Ribeye Steak - $26.99: Corn-fed Black Angus seasoned and grilled to perfection. Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Old School Burger - $11.99: Plain third-pound Black Angus beef patty. Add American cheese at no extra cost. Available at: dinner, lunch
- New School Burger - $13.99: House made bacon jam, creamy peanut butter, grilled jalapeños & cheddar cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patty Melt - $13.99: Third-pound Angus beef burger, melted Swiss cheese & grilled onions on grilled rye. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Angry Bison Burger - $15.99: 6 oz. Cajun seasoned free range bison patty, crispy fried onion rings, Black Diamond Hot sauce & scratch made bleu cheese dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- It's Impossible Burger - $14.99: Seasoned grilled third-pound plant-based patty. Add American cheese at no extra cost. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschettarella Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $13.99: Grilled 8 oz. fresh chicken breast, mozzarella cheese, house made bruschetta & balsamic glaze on a brioche bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nashville Chicken Sandwich - $13.99: Crispy Nashville Hot style chicken & dill pickle chips on a brioche bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Old School Tacos - $12.99: Seasoned ground beef, chipotle aioli, shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, cheddar & jack cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Fajita Tacos - $12.99: Tender marinated strips of seasoned seared sirloin, grilled peppers, grilled onions, pico de gallo, cilantro lime sour cream, cheddar & jack cheese. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cod Tacos - $12.99: Seasoned grilled Atlantic Cod, Pow Wow Sauce, shredded lettuce, pineapple salsa, cheddar & jack cheese. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Soups
- Asian Sesame Salmon Salad - $15.99: Crispy cabbage, romaine & carrots, Asian sesame dressing, 5 oz. grilled Hawaiian glazed salmon, fried wonton noodles, green onions & almonds. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- High Country Cobb - $14.99: Romaine & iceberg, marinated grilled chicken breast, bacon, bleu cheese crumbles, diced eggs, avocado, tomato. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bowl of Soup - $5.99: Homemade daily selection. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Mac + Cheese - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet-N-Spicy Brussels - $3.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buttered Broccoli - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smashed Black Beans - $3.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Fried Cheesecake - $8.99: NY style cheesecake tempura battered and fried, topped with vanilla ice cream, choice of sauce & whipped cream. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Explosion - $8.49: Warm double chocolate brownie topped with vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce & whipped cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Pineapple Coconut Punch - $8.5: Cruzan Coconut Rum, blue curacao, pineapple juice, lemon & lime juices, orange juice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Aspen Original Mule - $8: Aspen Vodka, Gosling’s Ginger Beer & fresh squeezed lime. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Tap House Margarita - $7: Monte Alban 100% Agave Tequila, lemon & lime juices, orange juice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Juice-Cleanse
- Fresh Brewed Iced Tea - $2.99: Sweet or Unsweet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Aspen Tap House
- Is Aspen Tap House dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Aspen Tap House has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet-N-Spicy Brussels, Smashed Black Beans and Bowl of Soup.
- What can I eat at Aspen Tap House on a dairy-free diet?
- Sweet-N-Spicy Brussels, Smashed Black Beans and Bowl of Soup carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Aspen Tap House have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Smashed Black Beans and Pineapple Coconut Punch.
- Is Aspen Tap House gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Aspen Tap House?
- Grilled Cod Tacos, at roughly 73.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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