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Dining: American Food in Estes Park

Dining in Estes Park is always a treat and whatever your tastes desire you can find it here.   With so many restaurants to choose from you will surely be delighted by the local cuisine and you will never tire of the variety and quality of food.

Wapiti Restaurant and Pub in Estes Park

Wapiti Restaurant and Pub – 970-586-5056 The Wapiti Restaurant & Pub, is open for lunch and dinner, serving a wide variety of your favorite meals with a smile.   We offer 100% natural beef, mouthwatering elk, juicy chicken, tender steaks, original pasta dishes, crisp salads, thick sandwiches and more, a large selection of appetizers, finger licking desserts, Estes Park’s largest selection of beers, and full beverage service. Read More…

BBQ in Estes Park at Smokin Dave's BBQ and TaphouseSmokin’ Dave’s BBQ and Taphouse – 970-586-7427 Enjoy fantastic barbecue with all the fixin’s, a full bar, and live entertainment at Smokin’ Dave’s BBQ & Tap House. With more than 15 years of experience, we’ve recently opened to offer a full menu of great food prepared fresh daily from the finest ingredients in a fun, casual atmosphere. Our locally owned and operated business provides the quality offering you’re looking for and service that’s sure to exceed your expectations. Contact us to order ahead. Read more…

The Egg and I – 970-586-1173 The place for a great breakfast inEstesPark. All your favorites are here, including huevos, waffles and pancakes, omelets, frittatas, croissants, skillets. AND specialty coffees available daily.  Looking for lunch? Our menu includes salads and sandwiches, yogurt, soups and wraps.


LongZ – A Mountain Grill – 970-586- 3223 At LongZ Mountain Grill, the food is delicious and heartfelt, the service is unpretentious and warm, and the atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable. Located in the lobby, they serve up breakfast, lunch and dinner to satisfy any appetite. Featuring regional Rocky Mountain cuisine like hand-cut steaks, chicken and sustainable seafood dishes, the LongZ Mountain Grill is proud to use Colorado grown products that are environmentally responsible and delightfully delectable. Or get your drink on and join us in the Lounge for a creative selection of drink specials and appetizers.

The Other Side Restaurant- 970-586-2171 Picture yourself gazing out the huge picture windows at the gently falling snow or the sun glinting off the lake as you enjoy the antics of the ducks and geese. Watch for the illusive beavers. Or gaze into the fire. All this while enjoying the finest in steaks, game and seafood. In the winter, be sure to stop by for our Mexican and Seafood Buffets.

 

Estes Park Brewery - 970-586-5421 Full menu served all day:  Steaks, salmon, shrimp, ribs. Pizza, pasta, burgers. Serving the finest in brews, including wheat, ale, porter, stout, lager. Watch it being made and bottled right in our facility.  You’re welcome to visit our brewery, watch the ancient art of brewing beer right on our premises. Kick back in our Beer Garden, shoot some pool. Lovely scenic location. And stay for lunch or dinner.


Dining near Rocky Mountain National Park at the Rock Inn

The Rock Inn – 970-586-4116 Estes Park’s favorite place for steak, seafood, and pasta as well as Home for Live Music! Feature the best in Bluegrass, Newgrass, Blues, Strings and Mountain Grooves. Read More…

Village Pizza – 970-586-6031  Family oriented dining establishment popular with both the locals and visitors from around the world. Featuring world-class pizza, hot calzones, pastas, sandwiches and a fresh salad bar.  Offering of microbrews, imported and domestic beer, as well as wine and soft drinks. Food ingredients are the finest and freshest quality available. All dough is made fresh daily and the pizzas are consistently wonderful. Our whole menu is available for take out. We also offer Take-n-Bake Pizza.

 

Dorothy’s Catering and Restaurant – 970-461-5865 Join Us Every Friday and Sunday For Our Featured Buffets! Friday Night All You Can Eat Pizza and Pasta Bar Includes Salad Bar, Desserts, and Beverages. We also have a Professional Balloon Man and videos for the kids! All You Can You Sunday Brunch: Includes Full Breakfast, Salad Bar, Prime Rib, Baked Ham, Salmon, Shrimp, various side dishes, Pastries, Fresh Fruit, beautiful Dessert Creations, and Beverages.  Also includes Fresh Hot Belgium Waffles. We also offer delicious Greek cuisine and Hamburgers and a malt shop.

Trailhead Restaurant at Rocky Mountain Gateway – 970-577-0043 Awesome mountain setting with mountain and river ambience. Complete coffee bar, ice cream, American menu, steaks and game. Regionally brewed beers, snacks, desserts. Stop by and grab a packaged lunch on your way into the National Park.

Nicky's Steakhouse in Estes Park

Nicky’s Famous Steakhouse – 970-586-5376 Serving Estes Park for 36 years. We age and cut our own meats with over 850 square feet of walk-in refrigeration. Specializing in Nicky’s Original Prime Rib Roasting in rock salt, superb steaks & shops, northern Italian cuisine, fresh seafood & Colorado trout.    Ideal for couples, families, conferences and reunions. Read More…

Ed’s Cantina  - 970-586-2919 Mexican food made from the finest ingredients. Just the right amount of spices, great salsa, incredible enchiladas. Patio seating along the river – come and enjoy the ambience. Private upstairs room available for meetings, family reunions, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, parties and more. Open mic 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month.

Donut Haus – 970-586-2988 Proudly serving handmade donuts and other baked goods for over 30 years.   Come and enjoy an Estes Park tradition.   We are locally owned and operated.  Boxed lunches can be ordered for pickup during the summer season, Memorial day through Labor Day. Open Daily 6am to 1 pm. Read More…

Penelope’s Old Time Burgers – 970-586-2277 Hamburgers they way they are supposed to be made – and the way you remember them. Thought you’d never experience such a great burger again? We have a very pleasant surprise in store for you. Hand-cut fries. Burgers made to order when you order. Malts as thick as you remember. All served in a friendly, homey atmosphere. Located right in downtown Estes Park at 229 W Elkhorn Drive.  Watch Video

Sundeck Restaurant – 970-586-9832 61 Years of serving the best food and drink under the sun.   Breakfast, lunch and dinner,   Fresh trout, homemade soups, prime rib, chili, steaks and more. Read More…

Claire’s on the Park – 970-586-4367 Now serving breakfast. Daily specials – check our white board out front. Great views and a unique dining atmosphere. Patio dining available. Burgers, pasta, salads, sandwiches. Our own recipe Smoked Prime Rib – to die for! Ribs, marinated for 4 days in Fat Tire marinade (our own special recipe) and smoked to perfection.

Poppy’s Pizza and Grill – 970-586-8282 On the Riverwalk. Everything from pizza to burgers, salad bar and homemade soups to classic sandwiches  and wraps, from a great wine list to one of the most extensive beer menus around, and the BEST onion rings in town! Carryout available. No reservations.


Peak to Peak American Grille – 970-577-0577

The Crags Lodge and Restaurant – 970-586-6066

The Estes Park Resort: A Waterfront Hotel and Grille on Lake Estes - 855-377-3778

Estes Park Pie Shop and Bakery - 970-577-7437

Lonigans Saloon Nightclub & Grill 970-586-4346

Cables Pub and Grill – 970-586-1069

Twin Owls Steakhouse – 970-586-9344 Offering a wide variety of appetizers, salads, beef, wild game, seafood, pasta, chicken and pork. catering for any occasion from a romantic dinner for two to a full size wedding reception, family reunion, corporate retreat or Christmas party. Read More…