Came here with some friends after a day by the river! There was quite the line, but once you ordered at the counter, the food was actually relatively fast. Just be prepared for the wait! It's very kid friendly- they have high chairs & also plenty of play areas (bocce courts) for the kids to run around on. The food was also fresh & delicious! Great stop before heading out of town. read more

Stopped by for a quick lunch. The staff were generally friendly and engaged. Incredibly slow service, kitchen seemed slammed. But still. several orders just sat cooling. Bartender was great. The brisket was good, with a great bun. Had mushroom burgers, but one came without and one had two. Had to ask for cutlery and water top up once we finally got the food. Salads were large and an excellent mix of fresh and pickled ingredients. Was overall ok food with mixed service. read more

After an epic, adrenaline-packed rafting trip, our family group of 7 was starving. With a good amount of food options in Buena Vista, we voted for House Rock Kitchen and it was the right choice. Despite a lunch line out the door, it moved quick. And after ordering, the food came to our table even quicker. Everyone seemed to enjoy their meals, but the stand out was the hot house-smoked turkey sandwich. Served on a focaccia bun, chunks of smoky turkey were paired with an equally smoky piece of bacon. The tzatziki sauce worked nicely as the sandwich condiment and wasn't overpowering. And the fries were surprisingly above average. If you still have room for dessert, go across the street to Louie's for some homemade ice cream in a freshly made waffle cone. read more

Oh my, it was a feast! Will definitely be back for more in the future. It's a bit chaotic, order first, sit down later palce. You might worry waiting in a queue and seeing the staff seem confused, but it's so worth it. They have lots of cool options like bowls, burgers, and sandwiches, and oh my, are those tasty. We tried nachos and guacamole, BBQ burger and brisket sandwich, and loved all of it. In hindsight, we shouldn't have ordered the nachos because there was so, so, so much food on our plates. The sandwiches came kinda broken down. You can add tomatos, greens, and sauces from your plate by yourself. While I will always stuff my burger, my partner goes for the simplest options possible, so this worked out great for us. They also have nice choice of tap beers and had a cider during our visit. Again, very, very tasty, big portions, great deal in a cool, casual spot. Lots of customers with dogs, too! Gluten free options and substitutions are plenty, and they don't charge for it! Finally, a place that doesn't scam people :) Plus, the gluten free bun was really tasty. read more

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Amazing eatery in BV with a great menu! They offer burgers, salads, bowls, burritos and more. Any burger can be made with the house made veggie patty, which is delicious it has sunflower seeds peppered along the outside and it is soft and tender on the inside. I had the veggie patty in the mushroom burger with pumpkin aioli and it was exactly what I needed after conquering a 14er. The brioche bun added a nice touch and although the aioli didn't taste predominantly like pumpkin, it added a nice creamy richness. The fries and fresh veggies added a crunch and the fries were soft and tender! They offer a variety of alcoholic beverages and delicious kombucha. With indoor and outdoor seating, you can't go wrong. There is something for everyone here! read more

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It took three years of trying to come here on the way to/from Salida to finally try it. When I finally did, I was pleasantly surprised! The good things: First of all, portions are HUGE. If you don't eat a ton, it could easily be two meals. Second, the food is very healthy and vegan/gf friendly. It's also delicious! I got the Greek and my friend got the BBQ. It tasted really good. The not-so-good things: Inconsistent and not-communicated opening hours - the reason it took so long to try this is because it was constantly not open at pretty normal dining times. Including times when their website and google said they were. I remember a frustrating morning of trying to call them, and the phone voicemail saying " to place a carry out order, go to the website" (with no option to talk to a team member or leave a message) and the website ordering system saying "you can't order right now" while the website times and google times said they were open. When we finally got there, there was a sign on the door saying that due to staffing issues, they weren't open that day. This should have been communicated more proactively - ie, an updated phone voicemail or a note on the website. We drove 25 min to try to eat there and even called to try to verify they were open and there was nothing indicating that they weren't, other than the fact that you couldn't place an order online, but lots of restaurants will disable online ordering at peak times or for other reasons when they are still open. The BBQ meal was significantly spicy and this isn't warned or indicated at all on the menu. Luckily my friend got it, but I had been deciding between this and the Greek. When I tried hers it was too spicy for me to eat - like a solid 5 or 6 out of 10 spicy. I have no idea why restaurants will put this level of spice into meals without warning customers. Be warned, if you are not a fan of spicy food, you should ask about this before ordering. read more

House Rock Kitchen sits smack dab in the center of Main Street in Buena Vista. Really we didn't have many expectations; essentially our main priority was a pup-friendly patio. House Rock Kitchen fit the bill. Based on the name and exterior, we expected more pub-like fare. However, it's more of a healthier spin on it. Nothing wrong with that! According to my research they've been in business since 2015 and locals seem to dig it. The menu has a lot of items like salads, bowls, sandwiches, burritos and burgers. They also have vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free and paleo indicators. I was leaning toward something healthy(ish) considering Thanksgiving the night before. After quick deliberation I landed on the Indian Bowl. Though beautifully presented, it left more to the imagination. + Indian Bowl // Brown rice, veggie curry, yogurt sauce, fruit chutney, jicama-orange salad and grilled chicken (you select your choice of protein). The biggest disappointment was that the "veggie curry" was about a tablespoon's worth, a mere topping on the chicken. I was expecting more of a traditional curry, a rich and robust broth. It didn't help the grilled chicken was cooked to death. In my humble opinion, just an odd assortment of ingredients on one plate. The yogurt sauce tasted exactly like tzatziki...which has no business in an "Indian" dish. My wife's burrito looked and (from what she said) tasted much better than my dish. We appreciated the dog-friendly patio so our pups could join us. I will give props to the staff who were bussing tables and serving drinks. When it comes to the food, it was just an A-OK from me. However looking directly at Mt. Princeton from my seat was pretty neat. read more

House Rock Kitchen - Burrito - New American Near Me - Buena Vista, Colorado

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Great casual restaurant for quality American foods in a nice and fun environment. I ordered the BBQ Burger, which was good, though I wish they would have put the veggies inside the burger for me rather than leaving it all on the side. The BBQ sauce/bacon/cheddar combo was classic and tasty. The buns could have been a bit softer though. The fries were standard. $17 for this burger was a bit on the pricey side but acceptable. I also got the Honey Lemonade ($2.50), which was also good and not overly sweet. They have a very nice outdoor seating area with tables and sun coverings overhead (in addition to a nice indoor seating area with normal and booth seating). The outdoor area has cornhole and bocce ball too! The staff were very friendly and attentive. The service speed was pretty quick. You order and pay up front and then they bring the food to you. Overall, House Rock Kitchen is a very pleasant dining experience for a casual yet decently nice meal. Buena Vista is a surprisingly nice little town and this is one of the spots that contributes to that niceness. read more

House Rock Kitchen - BBQ Burger - New American Near Me - Buena Vista, Colorado

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I love that they open for lunch at 11:00 a.m but we have gone back 2 times since finding to this little gem. Whether a trip on the water or a long hike, nothing tastes better than House Rock Kitchen's unique meals. When we arrived on a Sunday morning, there were already 6 people waiting in line. From burgers to burritos, they offer a wide range of choices. We ordered the Regular Cheese Burger and the Chipotle Burger. The Regular Cheese Burger was simplier and in my mind better than the Chipotle Burger. You don't need the extra sauce to make their burger any better. I hate soggy fries and they were perfectly cooked. If you order the Chipotle Burger, the dip goes better with the fries or order a side of the sauce if you go with something else. I love this place and the friendliness of the staff. See you next time! read more

House Rock Kitchen - Chipotle Burger - New American Near Me - Buena Vista, Colorado

I wish I could have reviewed the food. The restaurant was 1/3 full at best. We stood in line for 10 minutes with a bunch of staff meandering around. Finally one of them said, rudely, "Look, you ought to know if you stay, it'll be at least 45 minutes for food." No further explanation, no apology. I don't know why it took anyone so long to tell us that when there were so many people around us. Sorry to bother you. Won't try again. Judging by the number of others that walked out, I'm not the only one. read more

Healthy, tasty dishes, with ingredients clearly listed. Unique ingredients. Quick service. The day we were there, during lunchtime, the waitstaff didn't seem overly enthused. They were helpful nevertheless. Restaurant doesn't have straws in the building, so bring your own if you prefer using one, lol. No salt on the table, just pepper, which seemed odd. Had to ask for it. Lots of great outdoor seating when weather is good. read more

Just had the most excellent customer service at House Rock Kitchen! The Young lady at the register was so very helpful!! I needed a quick snack for a 15 mos old hungry toddler and she went back and got avocado slices for him while I waited for my to go order. I failed to get her name but she was excellent and very attentive! Food was fresh, healthy and delicious! Loved my House Rock Salad. read more

I always enjoy House Rock kitchen. Great food with lots of healthy options. I love the bowls! Kale, quinoa, beets etc with optional protein choices. My husband favors hamburgers and other sandwiches which are also great. Order at the counter and food is delivered quickly, inside and out. Beautiful outside space with games, heaters and lots of seating. Can't go wrong with House Rock! read more

SchoolHouse Rock! My bestie and I had the most incredible food here. After soaking at Mt. Princeton, we needed some good nourishing food. We both decided on the southwestern bowl so we could try the pumpkin pesto aioli. It was absolutely delicious. These bowls were so huge! We honestly could have split a bowl. I added the pulled pork which added a nice smoky flavor. Everything was so fresh and you feel way less guilty with their emphasis on healthy. I also had a side salad, but not needed given all the greens in the bowl. My friend had a side a fries. We highly recommend dipping them in the aioli. The he pumpkin spice yeti was delicious but watch out...it's a small drink with a big punch. read more

House Rock Kitchen - Southwestern bowl, side salad, fries and beers. - New American Near Me - Buena Vista, Colorado

We were passing through and were excited to find this spot! Lots of outdoor seating, GF, DF & V options, big portions, friendly service, etc. Oh, and yummy adult beverages. It's nice to be on a road trip and still be able to find a quick, nutritious and well-rounded meal! We had the Moroccan and southwestern bowls - both yummy! read more

House Rock Kitchen - Moroccan (with brisket) & southwestern (with pulled pork) - New American Near Me - Buena Vista, Colorado

Stopped by this fun lil place on my way through Buena Vista. The service was fast and the outdoor seating was amazing. I got the Indian bowl and not to be dramatic but it was life changing. The jicama slaw, the chutney, the curry!!! So so good. Plus, a big enough portion to take some home for later. Definitely don't wanna pass by this place! read more

House Rock Kitchen - Indian bowl (rice, curry, chutney, jicama, pepitas, and a tzatziki sauce on the side). - New American Near Me - Buena Vista, Colorado

We stopped here on a road trip and wow, just wow. The menu is clearly labeled for dietary restrictions and the employees were very knowledgeable about taking precautions for celiac. They have a great outdoor seating area and were totally fine with us having our dog outside with us which was a *huge* plus (the server even asked if we'd like a bowl of water for our dog :). I had brisket and fries, both of which were phenomenal. For my fellow celiacs reading this, they do have a dedicated gluten free fryer. My bf had a smothered burrito and raved about it. We will definitely go back next time we're in the area. read more

Awesome. A stop every time we are through Buena Vista! Brussels sprout salad just YUM! Pulled pork delicious and generous portion. We ate outside and enjoyed the atmosphere. We'll be back...again! read more

We were passing through town. Decided to try this little place. I am Vegan and have trouble finding a casual eats in most cities/states. They cater towards all diets but nothing says Vegan. I spoke to the kitchen, they prepared me the simple burrito minus the cheese and worked with me to replace the chipotle sauce. It was a Greek type of sauce, however it tasted great in the burrito! The portions are a lot larger than I expected. I forgot to take a picture before eating. Here is what I am taking to go. Casual dining experience. I enjoyed it very much. read more

House Rock Kitchen - Simple Burrito (vegan style). Yummy! - New American Near Me - Buena Vista, Colorado

My wife and I stopped here for lunch with our dogs in late September, after driving up Cottonwood Pass to view the fall colors on a week long leaf peeping trip. There was a steady stream of customers, but it wasn't too crowded to find a place to sit on the very nice patio. My wife wanted a bowl of green chili, but they were out, so she ordered the three cheese sandwich, add bacon, and I ordered the grilled sustainable salmon sandwich, and we split a side of fries. My wife, who adores her green chili, said she was happy that they were out because her sandwich was really delicious. The pesto aioli really made the salmon sandwich - it was great. Both sandwiches were a bit more than we could eat, so the doggies got a few bites, which made them happy. They were having a problem with their liquor license and couldn't serve beer that day, so we each got iced tea, which was fine but nothing special. House Rock Kitchen has good food and pleasant staff and atmosphere. I would happily stop here again next time I'm in BV. read more

Great food and with a very cool vibe! The service was fantastic and we loved the outdoor seating and fire pit!

This is our standard drop-in when in Buena Vista. The energy of the place you can feel when you walk in. I am not the biggest fan of counter service, but they check in on you during the visit and it works. There is even a small bar area along with the indoor and outdoor seating. It is in the heart of town around some cool places. I have had a lot of stuff during our visits (ALL are solid), but I had the house smoked brisket this last visit. Pic below. VERY tasty and the chipotle aioli it comes with is not only great on the sandwich, but I insisted on getting another side for my fries. Score. It is there, but just underneath the greens. You should do that too. It probably isn't very low fat, but SO good. The staff overall is great, and because it is a group effort, I have no names to give a shout out to. So, a shout out to all of them. Finally, my sadness. We came in when they had run out of cookies. I was very sad, but know that that shows how AWESOME they are (I once had someone driving through the town stop in and buy a cookie to bring back to me). I highly recommend and see you there...errr...when I stop through next time. This place...got to do it...ROCKS. read more

House Rock Kitchen - New American Near Me - Buena Vista, Colorado

If you like cooked chicken without a side of salmonella, then this place is not for you. Took over an hour to wait in line then another 30-45 minutes for food. The burrito came out first and then the salads took another 20 minutes. I asked for a side of chicken for my dog which came out completely raw. When I asked why it was being served that way apparently the chef speaks dog and said "that's how dogs like it cooked". If you google raw chicken, it's not suitable for anyone. The service might've been the worst service of my life and they acted like raw chicken was completely normal. I'm shocked this place is still in business as I saw multiple people had issues with their food. Photo included to show you how raw the chicken truly was!! read more

House Rock Kitchen - If you like cooked chicken without a side of salmonella, then this is your restaurant!! - New American Near Me - Buena Vista, Colorado

Came here after sipping some drinks at Deerhammer, ending a lovely evening. We got the mushroom burger and beef brisket, both of which were extremely tasty. We didn't partake in any beverages, but they seemed to have a good selection available. Our food came quickly, service was attentive, atmosphere was lovely, and prices very fair. Nothing bad to say and would certainly come again! read more

Pretty much always end up eating here when in BV! Something for everyone and the portions are great. read more

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Loved our lunch at House Rock Kitchen! The bowls and salads are fresh and delicious! We sat on their patio which is huge. We all had some of their fresh lemonade too- would highly recommend! read more

House Rock Kitchen - House Rock Salad with grilled chicken - New American Near Me - Buena Vista, Colorado

The food is always great, but the service is always rude and slow. I've been here about 15 different times now and I keep coming back just for the food. I wish the servers would be nicer. read more

The food and service was good but the restaurant wasn't clean, the tables and window sills were dirty and due to the open doors there were a bunch of flies read more

Talk about fresh and healthy. This is the locals spot for the freshest food. Huge portions and the favors kept you entertained the entire time. read more

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We had a really nice meal at House Rock Kitchen. The only real negative thing I have to say is that the line to order was really long - seemed like they were understaffed (though I recognize that everyone is nowadays). Once we ordered, though, things picked up. This place is really nice and cute inside. There is also a very nice outdoor seating area, and I really enjoyed the lovely flowers planted out there. This is the type of place where you order and pay, are given a number for your table and then they bring your food to you. I ordered the turkey sandwich, which arrived on a very nice big roll and came with piping hot chunks of turkey. It was delicious but it was a bit difficult to eat because stuff kept falling out of the sandwich - a minor inconvenience. It was definitely tasty, as were the perfectly crispy crinkle fries that came with it. One more honorable mention on the plate: the pickled red onion. Sliced super thin and delicious - I could have eaten a gallon of those. Also honorable mention: the lemonade I had was deeeelicious. Highly recommend that. So refreshing. One thing that made this not a five star review: My husband ordered chili and asked if they had any crackers to go with it. The woman he asked checked and came back and said no crackers, and just kind of left. It was clear she was annoyed by the question. First, I think there ought to be crackers. But second, she could have offered a piece of bread or something but instead just walked away and was annoyed. It wasn't the best. read more

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Great local spot for a healthy filling meal. When you walk in there is a counter where you can order and they provide you with a number so you can find a table and then the food is delivered to you. The service was pretty good and the portions are very large which we did not expect for a healthier joint. I had the BBQ bowl with pulled pork which was delicious with the jicama and other fresh veggies. It had great flavor and was so filling. My daughter had their kids mac and cheese which was rich and creamy. It was also served with a small salad. My husband had a burger and fries, and his only complaint is that it had a ciabatta bun, and would have preferred something else. This is a great lunch spot in the cutest part of Main Street in Buena vista. read more

House Rock Kitchen - BBQ bowl with pulled pork - New American Near Me - Buena Vista, Colorado

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Let's talk about perfectly cooked burgers. They're hard to come by, but the Chipotle Burger I ordered to med-rare was spot-on med-rare and absolutely juicy. The sides complimented the burger so well and the French fries stayed hot and crispy during the meal. The staff was attentive, although packed, they were all ready to help if you had a question. Located in the heart of the town, with a decently large outdoor patio, stop by and check it out, you won't be disappointed. read more

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Yelp to the rescue again! This top rated restaurant choice in Buena Vista filled the bill for a satisfying mid afternoon vacay meal. A shareable, delicious brisket sandwich; excellent brews on tap; a relaxed vibe; plenty of indoor and outdoor seating options; friendly and upbeat servers -- this place fills the bill!! Yelp on, y'all! read more

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Just had lunch here, it was a pleasant experience overall. The line to order was kind long for what it was maybe a 15min wait. Food came quickly. As others have stated a simple hello, we'll be with you shortly. Food came out and I almost asked for something I was missing but I was so hungry I couldn't remember. I just realized writing this they forgot the slaw for my bbq burger. I was curious. Anyways, burger was cooked to medium as requested which is a blessing within itself. The taste was good. Maybe a little finishing salt could help. Thank you for not overcooking it. All the food looked really good on everyone else's plates around me and didn't hear any complaints, just a lot of Mmmm's and laughter. The vibe was nice for being alone on a Tuesday afternoon for lunch and a random road trip. read more

House Rock Kitchen - BBQ burger - New American Near Me - Buena Vista, Colorado

My wife and I are on a strange lectin-free diet, and their bowls with brisket and salmon turned out to be the best meals we've had in months. Also appreciated the nice dog-friendly shaded patio. read more

Nice healthy food options. Its an order at the counter kinda restaurant. They have a large outdoor seating area which is partly covered. Great way to enjoy Summer with a beer and burger on a patio! read more

This eatery is a gem. The fixins are fresh and flavorful, but not to be outdone by the portions, which are generous. The service is excellent. I enjoyed a quaint evening out with the Fam and ordered various menu items, including: The Chipotle Burger, Swiss Burger, Southwestern Bowl with Grilled Chicken, Goat cheese power bowl, and a wickedly good burrito that'll knock your socks off. Two thumbs up on this one. Go out and support this establishment. Food & Service executed to perfection.. what's not to love? read more

House Rock Kitchen - Chipotle Burger - New American Near Me - Buena Vista, Colorado

If you want to live the Colorado life, start here. The folks were cool, the spot was stylish, the food was fantastic. I felt like a celebrity in hiding, living the relaxed life in Colorado. Unfortunately, after the meal I was heading back to my home state and reality. I had the brisket sandwich. Of course I had the brisket sandwich. Being from Texas, what else could I order. It was a fantastic sandwich with great bread, sauce and a solid brisket. Not the best brisket I've had, but being from Texas - I have overly inflated standards! (But it was still very good). It came with a side of fries. I should have ordered something else. They were well cooked, but I should have just tried something else. Washed it down with a very refreshing 1/2 and 1/2 of iced tea and lemonade. It was the right combination for me. read more

I went because I saw the dishes people were eating and they looked good. The problem is that they seem to be understaffed and cant handle being busy, plus they were out of everything. Super slow service to even come take your order (at least 10-15 min waiting at the counter and no one even saying a nice thing like "I'll be right with you". It was also super slow to get the order I waited 30 min for just a ready made side of slaw. No one was helpful or even friendly when I asked after it. I was going to order more items but decided not to after that. This is one more reason I hate the pressure to do a tip up front at the counter before any service because you never know what you're going to get. I refuse to do that from now on read more

Really hunting BV for a place to eat. Some places I thought were open... weren't. Heading up a mountain the next couple days and wanted something delicious and substantial. Found our way to House Rock and was wildly satisfied. M's burger was standard fare, perfectly prepared with great fries. But my House Moroccan Bowl with salmon was everything I never knew I craved. I would have liked to order the salmon medium rare but that wasn't an option. Otherwise... perfect. read more

House Rock Kitchen - Menu board - New American Near Me - Buena Vista, Colorado