Backyard Tap

I encountered aliens for the first time visiting Door 222! Our car broke down and we were stranded…read morein Loveland for a night during a heat wave. It was 105 degrees outside and the pavement just holding that heat and reflecting it back to bake all life outside. So naturally, when we arrived at the restaurant taking escape from the heat, another couple chose to sit on the unshaded patio. Martians! No other explanation. But from the cool cool inside by the window we had the most delicious dinner! First they had you a hilarious number of menus, I think there were no less than 7. However, appetizer, drinks, food all superb! The mussels were unique in like a sweet buttery teriyaki sauce. With excellent bread atop. For my cocktail I got the white sangria, and that was one delicious and stiff drink. Raviolli was the only vegetarian entree and though I wish I had more options, loved it. For dessert we ordered the goat cheesecake, and that was an experience... for one it was crustless and did taste very goaty, the sauces on it were the best part though. Should you get stranded in Loveland with aliens, I highly recommend Door 222! The whole area looks like it's going through a renovation and should the weather be slightly less than scorching, seems like a lovely area for a stroll!

I ate dinner at Door 222 with a group of 7 following a graduation celebration. The restaurant was…read moreflexible with our reservation and was able to move us forward when we called. Our server was friendly and attentive. For food, we got a variety of appetizers and entrees (photos attached). Everyone enjoyed their food for the most part, however some plates were much cooler than others. I understand the logistical difficulty of preparing 7 entrees simultaneously so they come out at the same time; but my short rib meal was lukewarm at best. Flavor-wise however, no complaints. The menu is pretty diverse, with options for every palate. Good for groups and families. Parking is street only and first come, first serve. Not a bad spot - I'd recommend them if someone was in the area and looking for a good meal.

10.08.23

Shaved Brussels with a 6 minute egg

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Sweet Heart Winery

4.1(90 reviews)

4.4 mi

An amazing experience for a quick get away close to home! Beautiful space, fantastic drinks, and…read moredelicious eats. Service is amazing and prices are reasonable. Definitely returning!

Stumbled on this beautiful winery after taking a peaceful hike at Devil's Backbone. Lots of…read moreparking, the grounds are immaculately kept, seating areas at picnic tables, round tables, or just chairs in a circle. Multiple lovely seating areas along the large stream. We saw horses on the opposite shore and a bunny by the big waterfall feature. Several walking paths. There was a live singer with a guitar and harmonica while we were there. Asked him to play his choice of any Tom Petty song and he nailed it with American Girl. We didn't have any food but we did buy three different bottles of wine to share within our party of 12. I enjoyed the Barbera from their Lodi, CA signature series. All the staff we encountered were friendly and helpful.

Wine Flights

Delicious Barbera

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Wine flights

Sage Speakeasy & Lounge

4.2(43 reviews)

0.2 mi

Hmmm we went here a second time on our trip and had a very different experience than the first…read moretime. Maybe they're working out the kinks, but I wanted to give some feedback. The first thing is that the place was about 2/3 full and they seem pretty well staffed in the front of the house. There were 2-3 bartenders behind the bar at all times. After we ordered (2 cups of lobster bisque and bread), our server apologized and told us there was a large party in their private room and the chef was having a hard time keeping up. I can't imagine they normally only have one person preparing all of the food on a normal Saturday evening! It took no less than 45 minutes from when we ordered to get our food. Some olives or something would have been nice. My mom also had to wait 15 mins for her 2nd glass of wine. I'll tell you, we weren't going to order anything else after that! There was some really nice classical guitar music by a live musician. I tipped him on our way out. After we left, we noticed a $5 entertainment charge! Is this a norm in Colorado? I would think we would be informed upon entering if there's a cover fee or an additional charge. I would have been happy to pay it, but we should have been informed.

Definitely a gem in downtown Loveland!…read more The menus are thoughtfully crafted with delicious foodie approved options, the staff is always professional and attentive, and the vibe is just right--comfortable, yet it makes you want to sit up, sip something good, and soak it all in. Their cacio e pepe martini is my absolute favorite. In Joy!

Dining Area

Mediterranean Hummus

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Pourhouse

3.7(381 reviews)

0.1 mi

This is one of my two favorite places in downtown Loveland for dinner. They recently opened a…read morerooftop part of the restaurant so that is a much needed plus around Loveland. We can always count on the Pourhouse for a great meal and they have a great offering of on tap beers and the bar itself is very well stocked and gives you the selection of just about anything that you want. I was there on Tuesday night, so it was a little slow in addition they're dealing with some street construction which is probably had a huge effect on them. But the staff was friendly and helpful. The food was spot on and they happen to have some of my favorite beers on top as well so all in all it's a home run for sure.

Stopped for lunch after finishing some shopping. We showed up about 12:30 on a Thursday and we were…read moreseated immediately. Servers were attentive to you and the food was served quickly. Food was good brew pub type food. They have many beers on tap many local as well as big time brews. We sat inside but was told they have seating on the roof as well.

Malort

Maple Bourbon Bread Pudding

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Inside Seating Area

PizzaVino NoCo Italiano

4.4(222 reviews)

6.6 mi

Cute little Italian restaurant hidden away in a neighborhood. Party of 4, we walked in and were…read moreseating right away. We started with the Herbed Burrata, 1/2 Wedge Salad, and the Brussel Sprouts. The Burrata is a MUST order, for all future visits!!! For our entrees we ordered the Spicy Mushroom pizza, the Sausage & Mushroom pasta, and the Vodka Cream Fettuccine with Salmon. Sooo delicious! And our sweet waitress kept our drinks full the whole time.

Good food, good service, good place. Hot honey pizza was to die for! It was ssssooooo good…read more Combination of meat and hot honey drizzle was just a perfect pairing. Fettuccine alfredo is another to die for. Worth every garlic breath after meal. Canolli top off the night perfectly. Our server Kylie F was awesome, thank you Kylie. Come visit the place, you wont be dissapointed.

The kitchen

The Jimbo ( with mushrooms only on half)

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Cute entrance

Henry's Pub

4.4(836 reviews)

0.2 mi

Good very hood and consistent Friendly service…read moreAmbiance what you expect from a pub Staff enjoys their job

In Loveland for work, this was close to the hotel. Jordan was my bartender and made some solid…read moresuggestions. I landed on salad and the beef Stroganoff... solid but I should have gotten the sour cream on the side. The whiskey menu was AWESOME! I decided to come back Wednesday night again and I tried the Irish nachos and a patty melt. They were pretty good... not great. Really cool vibe at the bar for a traveler. I will go back and try the Reuben next time in Loveland.

Chicken Sandwich

Fish and Chips

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Salmon

Taste and Savor Wine Bar

4.6(53 reviews)

9.5 mi

I love taste and savor wine bar! It's clean inside, cute and quaint, and the owner is awesome. Now…read morethey even have a great NA menu. I highly recommend the bacon wrapped dates!!!

A first-timer to Taste and Savor; I came for a mid-week night out with a friend. I loved the…read morechoices of wine flights. Our bites of food added a nice accompaniment to our flights. I particularly enjoyed the fig & apple Brie flatbread, though the portion was distinctly dainty. We also chose the artichoke dip which came with dipping veggies for some additional sustenance. On the wine side of things, my friend went for the Chardonnay flight. I chose the Pinot Noir flight. We were both quite happy with our selections. The space is intimate and comfortable. We were never rushed to decide and spent a couple hours socializing while sipping our flights. The friendly servers checked on us regularly but weren't overbearing. All that said, this is a pricey joint. The two of us each ordered a flight, and the two small bites mentioned above. We split the bill which was $80 before tip. "Happy hour" this is not. If money isn't an object, you will likely spend a terrific night sampling wine at this unique wine bar in SE FoCo. For the rest of us it'll be more of a special occasion outing.

Deviled eggs.

Charcuterie board!

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Chardonnay cheese and charcuterie plate.

Domenics

3.8(157 reviews)

8.9 mi

First time coming here and I'm absolutely blown away!!! Came for apps and drinks! We will be back…read more WOW!! The burrata was incredible and the frito misto was perfect. This is absolutely up there with Social in Old Town. A hidden gem!!! Can't wait to come back! Loved our service and the atmosphere. You're absolutely insane if you haven't tried this place yet.

Definitely the best restaurant in southern foco, one of the better restaurants in town. We make it…read morea habit of going when visiting. ! The filet mignon is superb, truffle fries, picatta and buchetta also notable Friendly staff, and the new location is cool and unique

Chocolate Soufflé

Cool water cups

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Lunch menu

The Loveland Chophouse

4.0(306 reviews)

0.1 mi

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My husband and I have been in search of a good steak in Colorado (we are from the south and there…read moreare steakhouses everywhere). We tried the over hyped "The Still" in Fort Collins, The Black Steer, which was meh, and still felt like we could make a better meal at home. Then we tried The Loveland Chophouse and, unfortunately, we are kind of obsessed. I say unfortunately because it is not cheap but--man do they have some amazing steaks and risotto to die for. My husband is also partial to their dirty martinis, so those are worth a try. By far the best steak restaurant we have tried thus far in Loveland/northern Colorado.

I recently moved into Loveland and saw this place was close by. Got myself the New York strip with…read moreGarlic fries and let me just say the food was amazing! The service was great, the vibe of the place was very old school but I loved it. Will be going back for sure!

Main Dining Room

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Kira was very nice and accommodating. I will come back over and over because of her hospitality.

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