Absolutely loved Azteca! From the moment we walked in, everything clicked--quick service, genuinely…read morekind and professional staff, and food that delivered big on flavor. The "healthy" menu wasn't just an afterthought--it was outstanding. The quesadilla espinaca and enchilada de espinaca were fresh, rich, and seriously satisfying. Add in the charming, updated decor inside a classic Idaho Springs storefront, and you've got a spot that feels both authentic and special. This place is a must-visit--we're already looking forward to our next trip back!

As a lover of all things taco related,I was excited for what looked like authentic Mexican…read morerestaurant . the ambience was amazing but unfortunately the food fell short. I ordered a combo plate with 2 tacos and a tamale. It arrived cold, all of it. After returning it for what I hoped would be a fresh and hot meal, it was microwaved beyond belief. Even the tacos that had lettuce on them. Then when the bill came I was charged for a 2 item plate and a tamale ala carte' . Which hiked the total price. Disappointed with the experience

Fantastic spot in Idaho Springs!…read more Came for the cider and did not leave disappointed. I enjoy fruity flavors and the list of flavors was right up my alley. And if you're also looking for food, this place has got some delicious eats. Had a burger and it was hearty for sure and sooo good! The service is wonderful! Sat at the bar and had good conversation with the bartender. All good vibes here.

Stopped by today for lunch after a morning in the mountains and had a great experience. We were…read moreseated quickly and the service was absolutely wonderful. I ordered the GBT sandwich, which was huge and very filling, and also got a cider flight to try a few options. Everything was solid, and it was super easy and convenient to stop by!

This goes into my list of top ten meals of all time! We received a text ten minutes before our…read morereservation time stating that our table was ready so we would have time to walk across the casino. We arrived and the host showed us immediately to a table, but we requested the bar since there were still seats available. The restaurant was romantic and dark, with an open kitchen so you could watch the chefs create their magic. Tyler was our bartender, server, and entertainer that evening, and helped explain the menu to us, which included a tablet with pictures and descriptions of each meal so you wouldn't be left guessing. He also kept us laughing and we ended up staying longer than planned (and ordering a LOT more than we had planned) because we were enjoying his conversation so much. To start us off with drinks, at Tyler's recommendation, I went for the Smoke Signal (I'm a sucker for Mezcal) and loved the balance of alcohol, smoke and sweetness. Our appetizers were the Fry Bread Esquites - pillowy fry bread topped with perfectly seasoned charred corn, cotija and zesty chipotle aioli, and the Pan Seared Shrimp served with blue corn tortillas, guacamole and the most delicious tomato macha. The shrimp aren't completely peeled, so beware there is more than the tails to remove! For the main meal we split the Pork Tomahawk - the most expensive thing on the menu (besides the steak offerings), and it was worth it! The most tender and moist pork I've ever had, with sweet potato purée, grilled mushrooms, fresh broccolini and a sweet honey chipotle sauce. We were too full for dessert (I honestly haven't consumed so much in one sitting, but it was too good to stop!), but we were able to fit in one more drink at the end. I chose the Sweet Venom, recommended by Tyler, which was a sweeter drink with a floater of Tingala which makes your tongue go numb. Tyler offered us a little splash of the Tingala on its own which was a fun experience! It was a pricey meal for sure, but worth more than every cent we spent. Highly recommend the dishes and beverages we got, and if you're lucky enough to snag a seat at the bar when Tyler is working, you're guaranteed to have a great night!

Food is wonderful. I am a sucker for Yuca fries and the ones at Mariposa do not disappoint. Their…read morenewer item; an appetizer of latin inspired shrimp scampi are delicious. And kissed by the fire grill. I would not order the so called char broiled care asada, as the kitchen pre slices the beef, so it doesn't actually get a char grill. It's a sad expression of a charrasco. All cook should have knives to slices a properly cooked steak, one would think. One major frustration is the fact that the open kitchen staff are blasting their own music whilst the Spanish guitar trio is also playing. While perhaps those sitting farther in the restaurant cannot hear the kitchen staff music. Those at the bar fale and the communal table behind the bar are going to be annoyed by having to listen to music by a kitchen staff that should not be having music playing. It is an open concept kitchen! The bartender Tyler did an excellent job of explaining the menu with descriptions and suggestions based upon my tastes. And assisted when items didn't meet expectations though. Monarch and Mariposa are lucky to have him!

Great pace to get some homemade cream soda and rootbeer. The pizza is something to write home…read moreabout, buts it's a good alternative to the overpriced buffets when you just wanna get something quick to eat. Staff was friendly and clean. Could use a facelift.

Been to Dostal Alley *many* times over the years - I think the key feature for DA is: Location,…read moreLocation, Location. Oh, that and free [included] parking. The pizza aroma _fills_ the lower level & it smells-so-dern-good. [Think the Cinnabon marketing model.] The pizza itself is also Ok. Drinks are a generous pour with friendly bartenders, but the pizza lady is kinda grumpy ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Recommended as a 'tide you over' kinda spot

This is definitely one of the top spots to eat in Idaho Springs. Delicious food every time. Have…read morehad most things off the menu, but the burgers and onion rings always stand out for me. They have a great selection of craft beers, and also have homemade sodas that are can't-miss. Particularly known for their root beer. Great vibes, especially in the summer. Worth a stop if you're in the area!

I was not expecting my experience here to be this great. We stopped by on our way back from a ski…read moreday, they have a good amount of parking behind the building. We were sat without delay, the inside is cute and gives a mountainy cabin vibe. They are a brewery and also a distiller, I tried their Housemade vodka, seltzer, it was light and easy to drink. They had a multitude of flavors to choose from as well. I wasn't super hungry so I went with the tomato artichoke soup and an order of sweet potato fries. This was one of the best soups I've ever had, so creamy and cheesy with real artichoke pieces in each bite, seasoned so well and served with little pieces of naan bread The sweet potato fries were also incredible, just so fresh and cooked perfectly, crispy on the outside, but soft on the inside and just seasoned to perfection. The rest of the table tried the burgers and had great things to say about them. The server was also really nice and helpful, i can't remember her name but she made some great recommendations and was very attentive. Prices are reasonable and for bar food this was really a great experience. Definitely will be back!

I stopped here during a roadtrip…read more SUPER friendly staff, quaint little town. The sandwich shop was on their main drag. At the time most of it was shut down either due to construction or an event happening later that day so parking was a bit harder to find. I ended up parking in a neighborhood nearby and walking a bit but not a huge deal The sandwich is super nicely presented and extremely delicious! If I ever find myself there again I'd definitely go back!

10/10 chicken salad (that I asked for in wrap form) I am still thinking about it and can't wait for…read moremy next trip back through so I can get one. Parking can be a bit challenging but worth it for that chicken salad goodness.

Road Trips and Taco Bell stops have always gone hand in hand for me. While on a long drive back…read morefrom the slopes, we decided to stop here for a quick meal. Like me, you might be thinking that all Taco Bells were created the same but Im here to tell you that they're not; this one was AMAZING! The crunch wrap and burritos were wrapped to perfection which is a difficult feat in itself. Normally, TB's food is very heavy on the nacho cheese sauce but this one was different. They actually cared about the proportions in the meal?? "This might be the best Taco Bell I've ever had. Do me a favor a write a yelp review" - my boyfriend

I would give it a 0 if i could. Dinner rush with two people working. One guy on the headset…read morewatching the girl prepare food instead of helping. Both moving ridiculously slow. Portions were terrible. If there is a minimum requirement for what should be in a taco, they failed to meet it. 30 dollars for minimal food and terrible service. At least use the money youre saving on ingredients to hire extra staff.

Stopped in for a quick bite while the car was charging nearby and entertaining out of towners…read more Checked off a brewery, lunch and Idaho Springs all in one shot! Westbound & Down is a great place to check out and service matches the great beers they offer as well. Greeted with a warm welcome and a smile, we were quickly whisked away to our seats and greeted by a wonderful waitress with colorful tattoos on one arm and black/white tattoos on the other. She ran through the list of food and beverage like she had written the menus. The ambiance matched their personalities and easily had the mountain vibes! We ended up getting something fairly small since we had big plans for dinner in town. The bison burger was such a great bite after bite and the fries did not disappoint. We would certainly return and check it out again and again!

Overall, this place was fine. The interior is huge and has fun, western decor. We were seated…read morequickly during Saturday lunchtime which was nice. Unfortunately the service and food were average at best. Our waiter seemed rushed and barely made eye contact or stopped at our table. The burger and chicken sandwich were fine. The fries were the best part. The chicken sandwich had way too much coleslaw so the bun disintegrated pretty quickly. We enjoyed the food enough but at the price, we expected more both from the food and the service.

I got the battered cod filet dinner ($15). Food came out in about 20 minutes, and it was a good…read moreportion of cod and fries. The fries were quite good as they were hot and seasoned and the cod had a good breading and tasted great. Staff was very friendly. Inside was very chill and you can pay to queue what music is playing. Staff were very friendly here. There was an additional 2% credit card service charge. Overall a very solid option for food and at a great price! Food (50%): 7.0 Staff/service(25%): 7.0 Value(25%): 7.0 Overall: 7.0/10

Waited for 2 hours and ordered 2 pizzas and then people came in after us and got their food before…read moreus and said they forgot to write it down and then only put 1 pizza for us and forgot our cheesy bread sticks and this lady was horrible at her job they need to hire better people

Birria ramen and crispy tuna rice were amazing. Kumar was the bartender and was great. Had a nice…read moreconversation and would 100% recommend this place!

Had lunch at Jinya Ramen Bar at the Ameristar Casino in Black hawk yesterday. We (my wife and I)…read moreshared their Miso Glased Eggplant (Small Plate), and a small Pork Chashu Bowl and we each also had a Jinya Bun as well. The food is so tasty! Much like we are used to at home in Hawaii! Check out their online menu for photos of their fabulous items. They taste as great as they look! Stop in when you next get their and hopefully Aman will be there to serve you? Professional and personable as well!