I don't think this is the name of this place anymore. I think it's the Howlin' Coyote. When I grew…read moreup it was just the Cookhouse and I feel bad for anyone trying overcome the long shadow of that 80s-era legend. But this most recent iteration is really good. Back in the day--back when the Cookhouse was known as much for good food as it was for explosive domestic disputes between the owners--it was a weekend destination for people driving hours over mountain passes. I'm going to go so far to say that I think it's that good again. Is there italics on this thing? Well, imagine I used italics. I'm very reluctant to saunter out of the sunshine and into the decades of memories from the place (I worked there most of my childhood, washing dishes and witnessing some very, very grownup activity), but we were up for the Gould Ski Scramble and took the whole family. My kids had the French toast and my wife some kind of egg breakfast and the food was good enough to overcome my prattling on about how I'd pretty much grown up at the bar. And now you, too, get to suffer my nostalgia but, I'm telling ya, your reading this review and deciding to try the new Cookhouse/Drifter's Cookhouse/Howlin' Coyote is totally worth it. Gould is a beautiful area despite the growing cavalcade of RVs towing trailers with little golf cart dune buggies so vacationing city dwellers can *checks notes* leave the busy traffic of the city to create busy traffic in the country. I digress (again) and, still, it seems what I'm pretty sure is called the Howlin' Coyote is worthy part of your journey.

We agree with the previous review.... The prices are pretty high. I got the tomato bisque soup &…read moregrilled cheese combo. The soup was excellent! My husband got a chicken sandwich that he thought was yummie but then add on two lemonades and our bill was $32. And no refills on the lemonade :( If you don't mind dropping the coin, it's a nice place to sit outside and eat and the food was good - but NOT great and that's what I'd expect for the $$.

Stopped in on a summer Sunday at 6PM. The country music radio station being played was unbearably,…read moreincredibly loud. Bar patrons were loudly dropping the f-bomb every few seconds. When it came time to pay, they only accepted cash or Venmo (what's up with that?). When I couldn't finish my second beer, the barmaid nicely offered to let me it take with me - this is now legal in Colorado after covid. But, they didn't have any lids for the cup! I was hoping for a mellow beer and burger, and an analogue to the old, great Stockman's Bar in Montrose. This wasn't that...

Stellar old school service. The way a bar should be. The fireplace in the bar is fantastic. Burgers…read morewere great.

This establishment is an absolute gem! The service was phenomenal and the food was absolutely…read moredelicious! Highly recommend.

On our way from the national park, we stopped at Grand Lake and this pub for a late lunch. Such a…read moresmall but quaint place with all the funky decor. Kids enjoyed looking at it all. Even the tiny restrooms have so much character :). My husband enjoyed their beer offerings of Belgium quad and Ellies Brown while I loved the strawberry lemonade - SO refreshing I had the Fish and chips and it was a lot of food but very tasty. The other entrees we tried as a group, were the Meat lovers pizza and Street tacos. Everyone enjoyed their entree. My youngest had the kids pizza and was full half way through it. The owners seemed friendly and engaged in chitchat with us.

The beer was so nice I ordered the same one twice!…read more I put in 20 miles hiking Rocky Mountain National Park in a day a half. I slept about 4 hours the night before to make it early for sunrise. To say that a few tasty beers were what the doctor ordered would be the understatement of the century! None of this matters, of course, to the good folks at Rocky Cut Brewing Company. This is off the main drag of Estes in an unassuming strip plaza. Humble vibes inside, a simple U-shaped bar top with seating all around, a few smaller tables, a community table, and a large patio with mostly picnic table seating. If you're lucky, snag a stool right along the Big Thompson River! Though, I recommend they fix the wooden placeholders for beers, they're leaning on the wrong side of history, we don't want any full glasses of beer reaching an unnecessary demise! Interference IPA * American IPA * 6.7% * 16oz ($7) From their website: "Climbing the Interference Boulder in Rocky Mountain National Park requires strength and power. This Colorado IPA showcases the power of hops with an intense blend forging citrus aromas with a pine forward finish. Featured ingredients: Cascade, El Dorado, Mosaic, Chinook, & Simcoe hops * Recommended adventure: hiking Black Lake, climbing the Twin Owls, skiing upper Hidden Valley." A perfectly apt description. I would summarize this beer just as they did, focusing on hops, citrus, and pine. Absolutely delicious, a memorable IPA in recent memory. I liked it so much I ordered it again and it tasted just as delicious the second time down! They also had a food truck outside, so safe to assume they do this often. Would love to try more of their beers during my next visit. Rock Cut, I see you!

We enjoyed this brewery, particularly being able to sit next to a creek. The beers:…read more Enos Pils (great) Dream Lake Kolsch (very good) Altruism German style amber lager (very good) Tyndall Porter (great) Controlled Burn smoked brown ale (great)

Service for food can really suck, and people will try to steal your order on a busy night. Can't…read moresay it's a great venue for music, it's just ok. 'Because it's there' is why it gets four stars. At least you don't have to drive to Boulder or Denver if you live in the foothills or mountains.

Finally, a real venue in a town revered for its rich musical history. This place has excellent…read moresound & lighting- although more than once I've been there & the music is way loud for the number of people/size of venue... Great liquor & beer selection and the food is fresh & fantastic. Awesome staff, amazing artists for such a small town (though only an hour or so from Denver).

One of my favorite places to drink and hang out in grand lake! We absolutely love Travis and have…read moreso much fun with him! We love the games here! Buck hunt and retro raccoons is great and it also has pool and foosball!!! Great bar! Great bartender! Great vibes!!

Sounds like someone there got crabbier the past year. The bartender just complained the whole time…read morehow expensive it is to live in Colorado and has to work 60 hours a week and how he has no money. I dont go to a bar To hear the bartenders unhappiness with his life Issues. Also had four burgers and 6 domestic beers and it was $105!!!

We were at another establishment while in Estes Park and had time to watch a specific baseball…read moregame, our home team in WI, the Milwaukee Brewers, but the current spot couldn't get the game on. We asked the bartender where we might be able to watch it and they suggested Bogey's. We took a little walk and there it was! They have an outdoor area, as well, the inside is more like a row-style layout and rectangular. They do everything in there, cooking bar foods, a bunch of TVs, and clearly happen to be a major baseball bar! So, they got the game on for us ASAP! And we got to watch our team come from behind and win the game! Yahooooooo! The guys behind the bar were so much fun! We did a little friendly poop-talking (part of sports, IMO!) but had a blast hanging with them and other locals. I'd definitely want to stop by here again next time I'm in Estes Park!!! Thanks guys, it was a BLAST!!!

Bartender was extremely disrespectful and rude, if you're a women i would think twice about coming…read morehere, he accused me of throwing up on the balcony because i was the only women around, and then claimed he was going to "check the cameras" when i claimed i wasn't the one who got sick. Also asked a regular for the bartenders name so i could pay and leave, to which when i called him said name, he said and i quote "that's one way to get your tab shut".. i think the bartender has issues with pretty women. -2/10 wouldn't recommend

Very cute decor, log cabin style. Fast and friendly service. Excellent food…read more Occasional live music, which is great for such a small town. Full bar with everything from basic to fancy liquors, and beer both domestic and local craft.

Great place, good service and food, especially the Chicken Fried Steak . Short drive but never…read morecrowded. Very reasonable prices.

How have we not been to The Vintage Moose? We've been to Idaho Springs so many times and not…read morenoticed the cool dive bar nestled into the larger parking lot. Our mistake but now we know! And, bonus you do too. First, The Vintage Moose makes the most of their small space - they even have a back room with a few games, open windows and beyond that, a small patio. Super chill. We laughed reading all the cool signs and stickers from all around. Lots to enjoy as you partake in an adult bevvie. Just one guy running the bar and he was amazing. If you're looking for a place where the locals hang out and everyone knows everyone, this is it. We had a great time, even though we were new. We def will be back. And, if it's summer time when you go, ask for their watermelon sangria. So good.

The Vintage Moose was a fun surprise after spending the day in Idaho Springs. After dinner, we…read morewanted one more stop before heading back to the Club Hotel, and this place was exactly what we were looking for. It has that classic local bar feel - relaxed, welcoming, and full of personality. Most of the crowd seemed to be locals, aside from us and a couple of other tables grabbing a later dinner. That's usually a good sign. The drink selection had plenty of options, and the atmosphere made it easy to settle in and stay awhile. We kept it simple with a few neat pours of whiskey and enjoyed soaking in the vibe. We didn't try the food this visit, but after seeing what was coming out of the kitchen, we'll definitely be back to do that next time. If you're looking for a laid-back local spot in Idaho Springs, The Vintage Moose is worth a stop.

Love, love, love Busey Brews! You can choose to eat inside, out on the back porch, or downstairs on…read morethe dog-friendly patio next to a rushing stream. Nederland is a cool mountain and Busey's is an institution here in Ned, and it's easy to see why! The creekside location and Mountain View's are spectacular. I would love to come back during the winter when the fire pits are roaring. Service is so friendly and chill, that you'll want to stay for hours. Really nice craft beer selection and a good menu that's built around some pretty tasty barbecue! I loved that I could add giardiniera to my sandwich . . . Perfection! This is a great place to drink good beer and relax in the mountains. Highly recommend!

Amazing food, amazing staff, and hands down the BEST smoked wings in Colorado! These are true…read moresmoked wings -- not the kind that get smoked and then fried. The meat is incredibly tender and juicy, literally falling right off the bone. You can taste the quality and flavor in every bite. The brisket sandwich was absolutely outstanding too -- smoky, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Pair it all with a cold beer, and it completely tops off the experience. Great atmosphere, great service, and definitely a place we'll keep coming back to!