Nicky’s Steakhouse Restaurant & Lounge on Fall River
Nicky’s opened in 1967, and in some ways, it feels like it never left. The decor is straight up late 60s chic, and is kind … Read more
American Restaurants
Big Horn Restaurtant
The Big Horn is a popular local hangout for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Some really great specials (breakfast for $5, anyone?) may be one reason … Read more
The Other Side Restaurant
Editor’s note: Sadly, The Other Side closed suddenly in late 2019. The Other Side Restaurant, located in the National Park Village, is really two restaurants … Read more
Molly B Restaurant
Molly B is a popular local hangout especially known for its fantastic breakfasts and delicious desserts. They recently underwent new ownership, and dinner was added to … Read more
Seven Keys Lodge Soup and Salad Bar
The Seven Keys Lodge Soup and Salad Bar is easily one of our favorite restaurants in Estes Park. Situated on a hill overlooking the Estes … Read more
Moon Kats Tea Shoppe
Moon Kats is WAS one of our favorite spots in all of Estes, but we will admit that we are both cat lovers and tea lovers, … Read more
The Hangar Estes Park
The Hangar, located at Estes Park’s 18-hole golf course, provides sweeping views and great food in a cozy mountain cabin atmosphere. The deck is a great … Read more
Dao House Restaurant
* NOTE * Dao House has closed their restaurant to the public, but it is still available for group events such as weddings. About 15 … Read more
Mountain Home Cafe
Mountain Home Cafe is a favorite with locals, and is a good choice for either breakfast or lunch in Estes Park. The breakfast menu is … Read more
Latitude 105 Alehouse
Latitude 105 Alehouse is located inside the Ridgeline Hotel (formerly theRocky Mountain Park Inn) just south of downtown on Highway 7. They are open for … Read more
Trailhead Restaurant
The Trailhead Restaurant is located just outside the Fall River entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park, and is part of the complex that also houses … Read more
Tavern 1929 Restaurant and Brewery
Tavern 1929, situated inside of Marys Lake Lodge south of Estes Park, has a fabulous view over Marys Lake. If you can nab a seat … Read more
Shakes Alive!
Shakes Alive is really in a class of its own, being the only place in town to get a really good smoothie. There are lots … Read more
The Grubsteak
The Grubsteak in Estes Park serves up burgers, steaks, and wild game in a family-friendly environment. If you’ve got a hankerin’ to try elk, buffalo, … Read more
The Egg & I
The Egg & I serves up a reliably tasty breakfast in Estes Park. A favorite with locals, the have a huge assortment of dishes, from omelettes … Read more
The Sundeck Restaurant
We’re not sure what the best part of The Sundeck is–the Old Estes Park décor (it’s been in the same location since 1948!), the people, … Read more
Cables Pub and Grill
Cables is a locals’ hangout, known for its casual atmosphere and huge variety of good food. From burgers to pizza, calzones to wraps, and salads … Read more
Notchtop Bakery and Cafe
Notchtop Bakery and Cafe, like the name suggests, serves up both baked goods and full meals. Though they’ve changed hands several times in the 20+ … Read more
Estes Park Pie Shop & Bakery (You Need Pie)
The Estes Park Pie Shop & Bakery (aka You Need Pie) is both a diner and a bakery. The diner serves up breakfast, lunch, and … Read more
