Denver
This outstanding oyster bar and nouveau French restaurant combines organic sensibilities with modern takes on French classics. There’s a hanging sculpture…
Must-see restaurants in Colorado
Colorado Springs
If you thought Colorado Springs couldn't be hip, stroll to Shuga's, a Southern-style cafe with a knack for knockout espresso drinks and hot cocktails…
Central Colorado
Backing onto the Blue River and fashioned with industrially chic decor (think reclaimed barn planks, steel siding and polished concrete floors),…
Vail
Legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa has upped Vail's culinary standards with this modern, airy space in the heart of the Solaris complex. Expect traditional…
Aspen
This hard-rocking Snowmass cafe does two things exceptionally well: jet-fueled espresso and world-class breakfast burritos. It also has protein bars and…
Telluride
Midway up the gondola, Allreds stuns with San Juan mountain panoramas – though the bar boasts the best views. Upscale and very exclusive, it emphasizes…
Southeast Colorado
The first place you'll see as you turn onto Main St, Calvillo's is the place to eat in town – mostly thanks to its legendary buffet. Chiles rellenos,…
Vail
A casual spin-off of Sweet Basil – located out front – Mountain Standard has a lovely riverside setting that spills out onto the patio in warmer weather…
Vail
This farmers market and art show, located on Meadow Dr in the heart of the Vail Village, was established in 2001. You can grab any number of items for…
Denver
This popular food truck serves up barbecued dishes from different parts of the world – pulled-pork sandwiches, chicken 'n' waffles, lettuce wraps, tacos……
Boulder
Zolo has been delighting residents with award-winning Southwestern fare and easy parking (it has its own lot) for years. The menu is a Colorado take on…
Boulder
Fresh, good and kind of goofy. The chefs shout with delight as customers fill the space, which they do early and often. Kimono-clad waitstaff serve…
Telluride
As they lovingly serve two Colorado favorites (organic and Mexican), it's no wonder that the lunch line runs deep at this healthy taquería. Order the…
Breckenridge
Dig into some consistently good, honest and soulful New York–style pizza. It’s sold by the slice and (16in) pie, along with dishes such as baked ziti with…
Boulder
This lively Mexican restaurant has a menu deep in classics like tacos, enchiladas and tortas (sandwiches) and some surprising dishes too, like stuffed…
Central Colorado
An outdoor fire pit, sofa, local band, horseshoes and bocce ball – eating at HRK is a bit like hanging out at a backyard BBQ. The menu ranges from house…
Telluride
Everybody raves about this spot, which features swank cocktails, an extensive wine list and knowledgeable servers, high ceilings, elegant modern design…
Denver
Set in a simple, airy dining room, Just BE is an exclusively Paleo and gluten-free restaurant, and meals are also made without sugar, dairy or processed…
Aspen
A long-standing local darling, this 2nd-floor patio is the best spot for a leisurely gourmet brunch (think lobster Benedict or wild-morel omelet). This…
Aspen
One of Aspen's most beloved spots for a quick, cheap meal, the Big Wrap's creative and vaguely healthy concoctions have won over legions of fans. In…
Central Colorado
Eclectic Asian fare is what passes for haute cuisine in Buena Vista. Dishes such as Massaman curry, pork larb and beef with udon noodles are typical…
Vail
Man, is this fried chicken good. We could tout the healthy aspects (non-GMO, free-range, veggie-fed birds), but it's the dynamite gluten-free batter that…
Buen Tiempo Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
Southwest Colorado
This good-time spot bursts with bar-stool squatters and booths of families. From the chili-rubbed sirloin to the posole with warm tortillas, Buen Tiempo…
Boulder
A Hill landmark since 1923, the low-slung, graffiti-scrawled Sink has fed former president Obama, been featured on Food Network and even employed Robert…
Boulder
Chef Ado serves up a mostly American menu – pork loin, spinach salad, salmon – with a few internationals like pad thai and chicken piccata, in this…
Aspen & the Maroon Bells
With Salvadorian pupusas (thick stuffed tortillas) and a tasty variety of tacos, the offerings here go well beyond the usual Col-Mex fare. They also serve…
Central Colorado
One of the best restaurants in the Winter Park orbit. Set in Tabernash, just north of Fraser, this place is loved for its creativity and use of fresh…
Southwest Colorado
This little brewpub has a truly righteous mac 'n' cheese that's so gooey, so decadent, you'll want to order seconds (or steal it from your kid's plate)…
Southeast Colorado
A locally owned downtown burger joint – conveniently right across from the History Museum – Bingo only uses grass-fed lamb and beef produced in the region…
Aspen
One of several chic eateries in this gourmet-inclined brick minimall. The stylish modern dining room opens up completely to the colorful courtyard, which…
Colorado
Crusty, fresh bread and stacks of ingredients make this cozy deli an excellent place for lunch. Sandwiches come in half and whole sizes. The 'Heater,' a…
Aspen
The depth and breadth of the gourmet spirit of this ski-town deli is striking. Here you’ll find Gruyère, Roquefort and chèvre, wild salmon and sashimi…
Central Colorado
The Arapahoe Cafe began life in the 1940s as a roadside cafe and motel, and it’s still the grooviest place to eat pretty much any meal in Dillon. The…
Central Colorado
Located in what is surely one of the world's most picturesque Safeway parking lots, this food truck at the north entrance of town prepares savory tacos…
Estes Park
This family-friendly burger and pizza pub has a cozy dining room and plenty to choose from on the extensive menu. The large fireplace in the dining room…
Boulder
The largest Whole Foods in the Rocky Mountain region – 77,000 sq ft – this supermarket is something to behold. The organic offerings are wide and varied…
Vail
A long-standing local favorite set alongside Gore Creek, this restaurant boasts great lunchtime deals (turkey and Brie sandwich with orange-cranberry…
Denver
Situated in a historic building on Larimer Sq, the Market is an excellent coffee shop, deli and gourmet-food store. The place makes popular sandwiches and…
Vail
Unless your accommodations include a morning buffet, this is where to go for breakfast. It serves gourmet coffee, tasty breakfast burritos and some damn…
Telluride
You can pick something off the chalkboard or just take what the other guy has his face in – a cheap and messy delight. If in doubt, go for the pulled-pork…
