We love the ice cream here. We stop in whenever we are in Salida. You can tell the ice cream is…read morehomemade and Dick, the owner takes such pride in that. Stop in! You won't be disappointed.

So so disappointed by the staff here. It's been a while since we've been treated so so rudely…read more We have an allergy in the family. They were snotty about getting a clean scooper for us. And then just dipped it in the same damn water as everything else and acted like they were inconvenienced. I'm so so sorry that I actually thought you were there to DO A JOB. Go somewhere else where customers are appreciated.

Great ole fashion pharmacy and old time soda fountain! Love…read morethe layout and rustic interior. Can get a treat while getting your prescriptions or medical needs. They have a dairy free chocolate shake that is out of this world.

The ambiance of this spot alone is worth the visit! It's…read moreunique to have a pharmacy and soda fountain shop all-in-one. It feels like a step back in time in the absolute best way! Points for the fun atmosphere! I ordered a cherry ice cream float and they made everything in house. 1. The ice cream was to dieeee for! So creamy and just what you'd want out of a vanilla soft ice cream. 2. The cherry soda lacked flavor. It felt like I was sipping bubbly water. Maybe next time I'll order with extra syrup? Or forgo the soda part & stick to ice cream only. Overall, this was a pleasant experience & something to check out on your visit to Salida!

Got the Last Crusade. It was incredible…read more The music selection was so funny to us. It also carries a vibe like naming a bulldog princess but I mean that in the best way possible. This place is a beast and never disappoints. The menu is MASSIVE. There's probably an absolute guarantee you will find something you like.

Sweetie's Sandwich Shop in Salida is one of our go-to spots whenever we want something easy to grab…read moredowntown and take to the river. We come up every other weekend to visit family, and this is a place we keep coming back to. The sandwiches are really good and consistently high quality every time. They are on the pricier side, but you can easily split one, which makes it a great option to share. The menu has a ton of options--it can feel a little overwhelming at first--but honestly, you can't go wrong. We've tried quite a few, and every single one has been great in its own way. Pro tip: during the summer, the line can wrap around the block. If you don't want to wait 30-40 minutes, ordering online is definitely the move. Also, don't skip their bars--they're absolutely amazing. Perfect to grab for later if you're heading out on a hike, or just enjoy it right there. Highly recommend grabbing a sandwich and taking it down to the river--that's honestly the best part of the whole experience.

Every time we stop in Salida, this is one of the places I have to visit. I love getting a coffee…read more(honey lavender latte this time) and walking around the shop looking at the local goods! The aesthetic is on point and everything is carefully curated - love the selection of cards they have, as well as food items and health/beauty/random gifts. Their hours are also nice - we were looking for coffee after skiing all day and was nice they were still open at 4PM to grab a coffee. The latte as always was excellent and my friend liked her cappuccino as well!

Definitely a top-tier specialty coffee shop and gift store. They serve Corvus coffee, a renowned…read morecoffee roaster out of Denver. The staff are friendly and welcoming and are knowledgeable about the coffee they sell. We tried the Iced Nitro coffee, Ice flash coffee, Golden Milk and Santo Palo latte. All the drinks were excellent. We especially liked the Nitro and Flash brewed coffee. The profile was rich, full body and balanced; very refreshing and drinkable. The Nitro was, of course, a bolder, richer flavor of the two. They were some of the best iced coffees I've tasted. The shop offers many varieties of whole bean, single origin and blended coffees from Corvus Rosters; which they will gladly grind for you. They also have lots of specialty food, body products, and gift items for sale along with a vinyl record section. For excellent coffee, friendly service and a nice shop to browse while waiting for your drinks, Howl Mercantile is awesome. They also have a few tables indoors and outside.

Great drip coffee in a great spot! Flavored creamer was a nice touch too. Thank you for having…read moregluten free baked goods!

The coffee shop that's named dog related and isn't dog friendly is total BS . I entered and they…read moresaid "service dogs" only without asking or bother seeing verification or anything first. Don't name your coffee shop a dog related if you r ain't a dog friendly spot

We couldn't have been happier with our choice of Blue Truck Ice Cream for our wedding! From the…read morevery start, Cindy and her team were incredibly communicative and accommodating, ensuring that all of our guests' allergies were taken into account. The variety of flavors available was impressive, and everyone found something they enjoyed! The adorable 50's car and vintage outfits added a charming touch that made our special day even more memorable. Our guests couldn't stop raving about the ice cream and the friendly service; they loved snapping photos with the truck, which became a delightful backdrop for many of our wedding pictures. A particularly touching moment was when Cindy graciously set up a picture of my husband's late grandparents next to the truck. His grandparents adored ice cream, and knowing that they left him money for dessert at his wedding made having Blue Truck Ice Cream there even more special. Overall, the kindness and dedication of the Blue Truck Ice Cream team truly made our dessert a sweet ending to an unforgettable day. We wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking to add a unique and heartfelt touch to their event!

From the owner: Blue Truck is all about smiles, vintage vibes and lots of friends! Our family and our ice cream…read moretruck have been in the same area since before 1950! We really care about our community, neighbors and our friends! We offer options for everyone, dairy free, vegan, vegetarian and more. Our truck has ice cream sandwiches, bomb pops, strawberry shortcake bars, froz'n fruit bars and more! We drive around selling ice cream around town! Wave us down by putting two arms in the air and wave! We're here to share smiles with you! We do special events! We do special parties! Drop us a line at www.bluetruckicecream.com for more information or to chat!

please subscribe for appetizers and happy hour, French onion soup was awesome and the steak was…read moresuper good!

While it's been almost impossible to find wine in Salida older than 2023, and for red wine that…read moreisn't great, we found a fantastic Rioja at Currents tonight just old enough to pair with dinner. We split Wagu steak, shrimp, loaded baked potato and a salad, and of course the double fudge brownie for dessert. All were fabulous, by the way, but the best part of the night was Shelby. She was fantastic, attentive, funny, and really connected with us. It's great to find a restaurant where the food is better than you'd hoped, and we have very high hopes, but when the wait staff makes you not want to leave, you know you've found that hidden diamond. Thanks Shelby! We love you!!

A nice polite, young man such a fun experience! I first walk in and I'm greeted by this young man…read morewith hello welcome to Senior Murphy although he had friends in the back of the store was such a fun and delightful time Shout out, Nate!!!!!!

Salida is a cute little city. We came here after white water rafting and wanted dessert. Got Irish…read morecream and champagne truffles. They were ok but nothing exceptional. Service was good and store had a lot of variety of chocolates.

Went here for dinner while I was in Salida, got seated at a table that overlooked the river. It was…read morea great vibe and they accommodated a very large group. I got the French Dip with House-Made Chips, which was recommended by our server and let's just say he served with that recommendation. It was delicious! Our server was super consistent and refilled our drinks very often. Good spot in Salida!

Terrific service was fast friendly and attentive . Wonderful ambiance…read more Green Chili in Bowl was a smallish portion served lukewarm. Much better was the cup of chicken charrizo soup served hot. Locally brewed beer were wonderful

After a delectable beer tasting/tour at Elevation Brewery we stopped here for a quick snack. I had…read morepassed it during my previous trip to Salida and was really excited to stop, not to mention I adore the business name. I had the hot fudge sundae while Mom an Dad enjoyed cones of soft serve. The hot fudge was really delicious and I was happy for the snack. Also, soft serve ice cream isn't always easy to find so I was super happy. The menu featured a wide variety of items (from ice-cream to dim sum - seriously). It's a crowd pleaser for sure! I'll definitely be stopping back in when I am back in Salida.

This has to be the first roadside ice cream stand I've seen that serves Pad Thai! The burgers were…read morenot good at all (obviously just frozen patties), though they were served on surprisingly good wheat buns. The portion of fries that comes with the burger is rather small. I loved the Thai Iced Tea, it was perfect for a hot day. The lady who runs it was very friendly, so I'd recommend stopping here if you're in the mood for Asian food on your travels.