Michael is the reason why I come to this establishment! Always welcoming,exiting and and always a…read moregreat time,amazing all the way around!

Lizard makes a mean lunch! Kalob was attentive server. Chicken tenders were grilled and hand a…read morenice flavor. Steak and cheese was fantastic.

Located inside the Surf Hotel, this trendy and cute restaurant is in a beautiful spot right along…read morethe Arkansas River. We tried it for both brunch and dinner, and had a great experience for both. Service was good during both visits. Dinner had about a 40-minute wait, while brunch had no wait at all. Since it's located in a mountain town, the dress code is definitely casual--but I'd say this is one of those places where you could easily dress it up a little if you wanted to. The atmosphere is fun, modern, and relaxed, with a great location. Definitely worth checking out if you're in town!

Highly recommend stopping in at Wesley & Rose. Incredible atmosphere at the Surf. The staff is very…read morehelpful going through the offerings and drinks. The menu is full of great options, though the Lamb pops were the favorite! Highly suggest taking advantage of the menu though and sharing multiple plates as they have a great variety of food options.

Delicious, creative food. Tasted fresh and homemade. Rose…read morematcha latte was so good and not too sweet. Hot mess was the best thing on the menu in our opinion but everything was great. Service was quick.

Salida is a town that feels meticulously arranged by a diorama enthusiast with a penchant for the…read morefrontier. Nestled among the peaks of the Sawatch Range, where tumbleweeds might theoretically roll if they weren't caught in the spokes of a passing bicycle, sits an establishment of peculiar perfection: The Biker & The Baker. My compass has unerringly pointed to their door every single time I visit Salida over the past five years. It is a tradition forged in sugar and chain grease, where the rugged American West meets the precision of French pastry. Pairing high-desert riding with artisanal baking seems like a recipe for a pile-up, but the execution here is a sweet ride. You will find aerodynamic cyclists sitting elbow-to-elbow with flannel-draped modern prospectors, united by a singular quest for butter. The Biker handles the gears, the Baker handles the tiers. They aren't just coasting on charm; they are pedaling toward culinary triumph, baking up a storm that rivals the monsoons over the Arkansas River. The confections are miniature monuments to indulgence. I have routinely panned for gold in this valley, but the true motherlode is their lemon tart--a symmetrical marvel of citrus striking like a high-noon sun. Their charcuterie boards are arranged with the geometric exactitude of a surveyor mapping a railroad. Whether you are gearing up to summit Mount Shavano or recovering from a grueling promenade, this sanctuary provides the requisite fuel. It is the exceedingly charming destination itself.

Decided to check out Hooch after reading their extensive cocktail menu online. Even better than…read moreexpected! Awesome staff offering even more awesomely unique beverages! Try the "Spread Your Legs" for a delightfully refreshing twist on a margarita! Dim lights, tons of chandeliers, and cozy seating areas with an eclectic blend of furniture makes for a pretty groovy vibe, definitely worth checking out!

I have been eyeing Hooch for many years on my Aspen trips and finally went in - boy, have I been…read moremissing out! Fun vibes and atmosphere. The staff are all extremely friendly. I love the variety of craft cocktails, especially the "Virgin and a Pornstar". A must-try! The rose drink and whisky drinks were also delicious. Special shout-out to their snack menu, which has uncrustables and goldfish, haha! Already looking forward to returning on my next trip to Aspen and trying more of Hooch's large selection.

Great cocktail spot. Very simple menu of tapas selections, all done well. We had a delicious…read morehomemade hummus and crudo. Cocktail list is interesting and they have whatever you want. I ordered an old fashioned with a custom diamond shaped piece of big ice. No notes.

I was in the mood for some wine tasting and since I couldn't get to a vineyard. I decide to my own…read morewine tasting. Jeremy was very nice. He was not only our bartender but was also one of the owner along with Samantha who I got to meet for the first time. Everyone was so friendly and was definitely a win connoisseur. I love their happy hour from Vail. Everything was price reasonable. I love that you could get any wine for 3 ounce for half the price. That allowed me to try almost every wine on the list. Yes. I was very happy when I left It's definitely a hidden gem. Will try to come back!

Wow, love this spot! We came up from Denver for the afternoon. The bar is so bright but cozy, and…read morethey have a great deck in the sun. I had the Commodore (old fashioned) and the Clifford Griffin. Both were fantastic, but the Clifford was one of the better cocktails I've ever had. Wow. Grant, our bartender, was crushing it. There were a lot of people coming in, but he served up speedy drinks while chatting with us.

Hidden gem off exit 226 and worth the stop. Cozy, unique…read morecocktail bar with welcoming staff. They are also on InKind.

Such a fun place....great atmosphere and wonderful drinks and servers are awesome!!!…read more Don't miss this hidden gem!

This place was great! Love that it's down an alleyway, sign fit the interior decor. They did have a…read morefew additional decorations for Halloween but the overall vibe was mysterious and dark. I'm sure going at nighttime would add to this. Plenty of seating and we got to choose where to sit. Limited bar seats though. We chose a a short back booth which was comfy. Service was good as well, greeted upon arrival and fairly consistent checking for how we were doing. Drinks were tasty, first one I had was the sticks and stones with the second one burnt bridges. Both had unique flavors and vastly different than one another. I'd go back to try a few other thi BHG s and see the vibe later at night.

I love a place that can serve two completely different purposes depending on the time of day, and…read moreBefore & After does exactly that. Looking for a good coffee and breakfast burrito in the morning? They've got you covered. Want to stop in later for a cocktail? Also a great option. It's refreshing to find a spot that doesn't limit itself to being just a coffee shop or just a bar. Sometimes you want somewhere casual to start your morning, and other times you're looking for a good drink to wind down. The breakfast burritos are great, the coffee is worth stopping in for, and the cocktails make it just as appealing later in the day.

This place is a vibe! Very relaxed. Loved the seating with the swings. 9 dollar old fashioned on…read morehappy hour! Just off the Main Street. Cool books, coloring books, cool bartender and patrons! Love this place.

Union Lodge has been a cocktail destination for us since our first Denver trip. This trip was no…read moreexception as my wife must always get a Gin Fizz here! We have found one other bar (surprisingly close to home in Maine) that does a Gin Fizz. Although the impressiveness of the foam does not compare to here. During all of our other visits we have enjoyed multiple cocktails and enjoyed some great conversations with both bartenders and other patrons. An absolutely fantastic experience. They are a Pre-Prohibition style cocktail bar but can whip up some off menu cocktails as well. The vibes here are always fantastic as well. Unfortunately, despite all this high praise I must say our visit this trip left us with a good amount of disappointment. The bartender and bar-back for this visit lacked the same expert over the top experience we have previously had. My wife did enjoy having the gin fizz but was her least favorite version she has had at Union Lodge. I will keep the five stars for past visits and will return, but disappointed overall this trip.

Came here on a whim! Fun drinks and very friendly bartender. Felt like you were visiting a small…read moregroup of friends. Menus were cute too

This place was great! Definitely more of a historic hole in the wall, it was epically decorated and…read morethe bartender was friendly. There is pool, shuffleboard, live music, what else could you ask for to pair with a good cocktail! I had their frozen mai-tai and my guy had an old fashioned, both were great!

I was born and raised in Salida. Going to the Vic when we visit is a must…read more The ambience is great- takes me back to my youth. The service...well that depends who is bartending. It's a great place to visit!