Great choices on the menu. Food was great. Service was also great, especially considering how busy they were.

Me and The Hubs were in the area about a month ago doing a leaf-peeping drive through Guanella Pass and stopped here for lunch. It was OK. It was a nice day so we sat out on their patio. The Hubs ordered the French Dip and fries. I ordered the Meatloaf Special ($11.95!) and iced tea. The special came with a choice of soup or salad, a generous portion of meatloaf with brown gravy, choice of potato (baked, mashed, or fries, I think), and a choice of vegetable (green beans or corn). Anyway, I chose salad, baked potato and green beans to accompany the meatloaf: - Meatloaf was pretty good - Baked potato was excellent (hot and fluffy - perfectly cooked) - Green beans were unseasoned canned variety (adding S&P helped) - Salad was bagged iceberg blend with bits of red cabbage and carrots and nothing else (adding some onion, cucumber, and a cherry tomato or two would have made it more like an actual salad, but what do you want for an included salad in a $12 special). - Iced tea was brown water The Hubs said his sandwich was OK. Servers were friendly and the food came out hot and in a timely manner. read more

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Just your average breakfast, nothing special . In my opinion it's very overpriced. We paid almost $30 for 2 eggs, thin pieces of bacon , toast and bland hash browns. Service was umm okayish. I got a vibe that they cater to locals . I asked that our hash browns be seasoned with salt and pepper and we were told that they don't season hash browns because other people prefer it bland. Seriously? Why I have to be included with " the other people" We could season it afterwards . Ummm, not sure why anyone would prefer tasteless , bland potatoes. Found that bizarre. Won't return. I can cook better breakfast at home. read more

Cutthroat Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bailey, Colorado

Amazing on multiple levels!!! Always great service, friendly and knowledable staff and good grubs. Yeti and trout decor makes for a splendid good time. It feels like home. It's warm. Inviting. I have never had a bad dining experience here no matter the time of day. Breakfast is especially delicious and their burger are great everytime. When driving through Bailey this is a must stop for refreshments and foods. Try it. You'll be so so glad you did. read more

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For the food I'd say closer to 3.5 stars. The food was good very basic breakfast, it was just expensive. I also dislike when servers ask if you want something with the meal and its additional cost, that should be told right away. We were also informed that they won't be able to salt and pepper the hash browns because they just do a large batch and not everyone wants seasoning... Cute little diner place, idk it's was just okay that's why it's 3-3.5 stars. read more

Cutthroat Cafe - bacon is extra $5 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bailey, Colorado

What a wonderfully quaint establishment. Went as our last meal before camping and being in the scary wilderness where only fire can cook food. Got the BLT (I love BLTs) our waitress was incredibly kind and offered for us to borrow hats while sitting in the sun! And there was live music! Recommend read more

Cutthroat Cafe - BLT and fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bailey, Colorado

7/7/24- Gave them 3 stars as an average score since they are about average for a mountain dinner. Nothing stood out as good or bad. We went here because it was within walking distance from the bigfoot museum. It was loud due to it being super busy. read more

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Perfect little mountain town diner. We love their breakfast and taco Tuesday, haven't had a bad meal yet and always delivered with a smile

This place was fantastic. We visited twice while on vacation. The food I tasted fresh, flavorful and homemade. The staff were super helpful (shout out to Charlie, but they were all great). They even stayed calm when my dog barked at them - they were very understanding. We got sandwiches and breakfasts and the dog got a peanut butter pup cup and scrambled eggs. Low key, homey atmosphere with outdoor seating too. read more

TLDR: I really wanted to like this place, but the food I received didn't come close to resembling the pictures of their famed burgers. I had a super remote hike and planned to eat at Cutthroat Cafe following my hiking excursion. So much so that I planned my meal the night before! Yep, I looked up places in Bailey, scoured menus, and landed on Cutthroat Cafe to feed my post hike belly. It was a beautiful day outside so I opted for the covered patio. They had a band, a husband and wife duo, performing during my meal. They were a bit understaffed, but they were hustling. The menu you see online is the same, except the prices are considerably higher from when they updated their website. My super cheeseburger was $14, close to $15. Inflation, I get it, but you still have to deliver. What was presented to me was something you get at your cousins backyard BBQ. The cheese wasn't melted, the patty was overcooked, and the burger was more bun than patty. I hate to say it, but it just wasn't good. Also, it was pretty strange that a child delivered the burger to my table. Didn't say a word, just dropped off the burger. Look, it's probably someone's kid who works/owns the restaurant (at least I hope!) but it just rounded out a fairly weird dining experience. Dining in the mountains is always a gamble. I wish I opted for another spot instead. I mean, look at all the other burger photos on Yelp. The burgers look amazing! Then take a long, hard gander at mine...no resemblance whatsoever. Can't win 'em all, as they say. read more

Cutthroat Cafe - Fat Tire - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bailey, Colorado

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The Cutthroat Cafe is really good mom and pop breakfast/lunch place. I'd definitely go back. It seems to be run by a family- like maybe Dad was cooking, daughter was waiting. tables and son was bussing, which is super cute. I had the breakfast burrito and it was delicious. I really appreciate the fact that they offered a cheaper no meat option because even though I like pork green chili, I don't really want anything but potatoes, eggs and cheese in my burrito and I always have to get it no meat for the same price elsewhere. My son had the French toast and link sausage kids meal and said that it was delightful. Definitely a good stopping place in Bailey . read more

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We visited Bailey from Virginia Beach VA, to unplug and catch a show at red rocks. Found this gem, dined 3 days in a row. Incredible experience all the way around. Delicious small batched cooking, super homey feel. You could genuinely tell the love that's served up everyday in that building! It's an absolute must try! 10/10 will absolutely be back when we visit !!!! read more

We are in town on vacation, and stopped by for breakfast with my husband & 9 year old. We all really enjoyed our food. My husband got the country fried steak at the suggestion of our waitress and it was delicious (I stole a bite), my kiddo had a pancake & bacon which was completely devoured by him, and I got the veggie burrito substituting chili for salsa....soooooo good! Definitely recommend this place. Very friendly staff , we got seated immediately (visited 10a on a Tuesday), and had very prompt (but not rushed service). read more

Cute little cafe in a beautiful town of Bailey. The burgers were amazing and full of juicy flavor. The service was amazing with a small town hospitality vibe. I loved their Patty melt. The mozzarella sticks were amazing and the only improvement I would suggest is to have marinara sauce. The breakfast plate was large and just so much to eat. read more

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We went for breakfast. I'd say your very typical American breakfast. Yummy but nothing to shake a stick at.

Stopped in early for breakfast over the weekend and had a pretty good meal. Small building right off 285 in Bailey with a good sized outdoor seating area under a tent. Ordered their "reel" deal breakfast item which is basically a deconstructed hash topped with cheese, bacon, sausage, and eggs. I would classify this restaurant as a locals place as the Sheriff was sitting with us starting the day. Inside seating is very limited with a small bar area, so if the weather isn't great then might want to keep traveling down the road. read more

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Cozy cafe that will not disappoint! Small town community hub where you get your money's worth of food and it feels like everyone is a friend. Strongly suggest stopping in. read more

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Fabulous family restaurant. Excellent food, service, people, town! 5 out of 5 stars!!! Thank you for having us!!! We will be back for sure!!! read more

Cutthroat Cafe - View from the patio - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bailey, Colorado

Great service and great food. The smothered breakfast burrito was great and the French toast was pretty good. I'd come back here. read more

Cutthroat Cafe - French toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bailey, Colorado

Small and quaint. Had tuna sandwich. Very basic. No lettuce or tomato. Seemed rushed although it took 30 mins after ordering to be served. Next tone I would ask for lettuce and tomato to make it filling and worth $12. read more

I had the long horn. It was a serving size for a two year old. I swapped the fries for fruit which was great. My brother had a yonker (big burger, and fries). We both had water. It was 45 bucks before the tip. Food tasted really good, just way overpriced. read more

Stopped at cutthroat on the way back from the mountains, and had an absolute ball! Fantastic music, great breakfast burritos, good service, great all-around! read more

Restaurant filled with flys and not as clean as it should be. Food was just ok. Look somewhere else to eat.

Impressive little cafe on the way through Conifer. The menu has a great selection of your favorites for breakfast and lunch. Known for their fresh beef, the Patty Melt was delicious. Be sure and order the nicely battered onion rings and the French fries are crispy too. The chicken tenders are big and juicy. It's a great place to stop after a day or two in the mountains and enjoy a meal with the locals. The servers are very helpful and accommodating. read more

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My breakfast was the absolute best. Great, friendly service. This is a gem. Best hash browns and cinnamon rolls ever. read more

Cutthroat Cafe - Best home-cooked food. Great restaurant. Friendly staff. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bailey, Colorado

My friend and I decided to stop and have lunch here before a hike. We loved that they had live music on a Sunday afternoon with outdoor seating. Our server and food were also good. We ended up sitting at a large table with a couple of strangers because the place was packed. That was different but quite enjoyable. Overall, we'd go there again. read more

If I had a last meal request, it would be the Lunker from this fine establishment. Only found because my friend and I were taking the back roads to Leadville, CO. This place is a real life Cheers. They even have a reminder note on the wall for their daily customer, Charles, to take his medication. Just a quiet little diner where you feel the love from the environment straight down to the food. The pictures of the food speak for themselves. No need for words. Every picture of a massive burger on this Yelp page are in fact burgers I ordered and consumed. My friend Scott just got ahead of me to advertise this wonderful place. read more

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After randomly discovering this spot on the side of the highway while passing through and starving, I have now driven back to it probably a dozen times. It's about an hour west of Denver down 285, and is well worth the drive. I'll be back again, I'm certain of it. This cafe is a perfect mix of a whole list of things that make a place amazing. It is authentic...you will recognize everything on the menu. It is local...there's a strong likelihood that you'll be just one of a few people there who doesn't live nearby. It is staffed with real people who seem to care a lot about the excellent job that they're doing. It's quirky...the decor is like the real version of what a place might try to emulate if they wanted to create a small town, eclectic vibe. The food is cooked to order, and I haven't regretted a single bite. Honestly, I get excited about going here because the whole thing is such a down to Earth, good-food, good-people experience. They serve everything from traditional breakfast style plates, to country fried chicken/steak, salads, etc...but the real draw...the thing that they do so, so well...is the burgers. These are the real deal. Lots of beef....freshly, loosely packed patties, cooked in true grease pit fashion, and served with ingredients that are familiar, fresh, and that come together to create a perfect example of what everyone thinks of when they think of a classic American burger. The degree of perfection that they routinely accomplish with these burgers cannot be overstated. They're so good. I don't often feel like I just don't have the words...in this case, I just can't describe it. Go and get the burger. You're welcome. Lots of seating indoors and out. Beer, wine and a few cocktails avaliable. Quick, friendly service that creates a welcoming environment, good prices, and a vibe you aren't going to find just anywhere. I could go on and on. Don't drive past it. read more

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Ate lunch here this afternoon while in Bailey. We had our dog with us, so we got the food to go and ate on their front patio. My wife and I both had the french dip sandwich. Literally just meat on the roll. Not a lot of roast beef either. It was rather dry and could've used mayo or something. Dipped in the au jus, I guess it was ok, albeit rather salty. Fries were kind of McDonald's, which isn't a horrible thing except they weren't particularly hot. My daughter had the chicken strips and fries. She didn't rave about it, but she ate them. Service was fine even though we waited a long time for the food to come out. It's an ok roadside place, but if you come here expecting a four-star experience, you might be disappointed. read more

Cutthroat Cafe - Front entrance - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bailey, Colorado

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Stopped by for Sunday late lunch on the recommendation of a coworker. We sat outside where there was live music that we definitely enjoyed. I had the Longhorn and I will be having again in the future. read more

Salad was just iceberg lettuce and no toppings at all. The lettuce was browning as well. The fries had zero flavor and tasted like unsalted McDonald's fries (definitely frozen and reheated). No tomato with the burger either. Iced tea gross too. read more

Small local cafe, easy to drive by if you're not paying attention. Food was good. It was busy when we arrived, only one server, she was pleasant enough. Had to ask for coffee refill a couple of times but the coffee was good. We had Spanish omelet and sausage and gravy with eggs and a side of bacon. Sausage and gravy were ok. Omelet was good. Bacon was good but looked like it had been warmed up. On the pricey side for breakfast, $48 for 2 people before tip. Outdoor seating, definitely a place the locals go. Dogs were allowed inside. Plenty of parking. read more

Cutthroat Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bailey, Colorado

Great breakfast spot! The Denver omelette was fantastic and the customer service was great.

Cutthroat Cafe, thank you. Thank you for keeping the classic magic of eating at a diner. The food was delicious while still being affordable, and the service was wholesome while not being cheesy. We cannot wait to stop back in! read more

Very good diner food (not greasy/heavy like most), family run outfit, large portions, reasonable prices.

Highly recommend this cute cafe! The food was delicious! The hamburger was an actual hand patted burger. My husband had the pancakes and enjoyed the flavor. read more

Didn't get to enjoy the food although everyone at my table enjoyed everything but not really any gluten free options here, so I enjoyed a glass of water read more

Saturday afternoon patio. Live music was awesome. Nice burgers and fries. Great service. read more

Cutthroat Cafe - Music on patio - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bailey, Colorado

Woke up early to go ice fishing and needed to get some breakfast. Decided to stop at Cut throat cafe for take out. It's a cute little cabin like cafe, lit up brightly with string lights out front. Once I walked in the girl at the front counter was such a sweetheart and her regulars started walking through the door saying hi and cracking jokes. Loved the small hometown feel of welcoming comfort and good service. French toast was great as well as the oatmeal. They go the to go order on point with cutlery, jams, butter, syrup, napkin, etc. Great stop if you're headed up the mountain. read more

We stopped here for breakfast and it did not disappoint! Staff was friendly and attentive with a small town cafe feel. The food was delicious! I had the Smothered Breakfast Burrito and my husband had the 'Reel Deal'. We both enjoyed our food and the weather was perfect to sit outside. We will be back! read more

Cutthroat Cafe - Smothered Breakfast Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bailey, Colorado