I had an absolute 5-star experience at Scratch Deli and Bakery! We needed some sandwiches to bring…read morewith us into the park to give us energy for a day of hiking, and this place delivered perfectly. We ordered two different kinds of sandwiches, and both were absolutely phenomenal. The flavor was completely on point, everything was so fresh, and they make it right in front of you. The deli is run by a super cute couple, and you can tell how much care they put into their business. We happened to visit during the shoulder season, so luckily the line wasn't very long. However, I've heard from others that this place is super popular, and during the peak summer season, there is usually a line waiting right out the door, and after eating here, I can totally see why! In fact, we loved it so much that we tried to go back the very next day, but unfortunately, they were closed (they are closed two days of the week, so be sure to check their hours!). I highly recommend stopping by Scratch Deli and Bakery. It is a must-visit spot, and we will definitely be back the next time we are in town!

As we were about to enter Rocky Mountain Natl Park our first day, we knew we needed lunch to go…read more I found this place on Yelp and it had such great reviews we decided to give it a try. All of their meats are cured in house and served on their fresh baked bread each day. They are vegetarian friendly and offer vegan and gluten free options. They also offer breakfast items like burritos. Be aware their sandwiches are loaded with ingredients and big. I could only eat half of my sandwich. I do appreciate the size though as you never know how hungry you are going to be after a long hike especially in this altitude. We went with the turkey sandwich and added cheese, all kinds of toppings and a spread. These sandwiches were very tasty and all the veggies on the sandwich were so fresh. Their baked goods looked so inviting especially the cinnamon rolls. I will have to come back! Service was efficient and helpful. Parking can be a bit of a challenge when they are busy. It was the perfect stop before entering the park!

I would drive from denver to go back to Rocky Mountain deli. We got the turkey bacon with avocado…read moreand the Ruben, 10/10, loved it. The owner was super friendly and flexible to meet a dietary request as well.

Slow, cold, overpriced. Rude service. Only decent thing about this place is they do have a very…read morenice and clean bathroom.

Super cute riverside cafe with indoor seating and several intimate tables for two adjacent to the…read moreriver. They feature fresh sandwiches and hand crafted salads as well as smothies and other drinks prepared by friendly hardworking staff in a tight open kitchen. Their paninis were served hot with bright fresh ingredients and deliciously perfect gooey cheese: Skypond's Adventure Panini Grilled chicken, cheddar, roasted red peppers, caramelized onion, chipotle mayo Big Foot's Bacon Panini Crispy bacon, American cheese, avocado, arugula, tomato, caramelized onion, spicy mayo. We also had their Berry Smoothie and Iced Latte. The food and setting was just perfect for a August weekend adventure to beautiful Estes Park.

I only ordered a very berry smoothie, it was delicious. Service was friendly, cute , old cage. Nice…read morestop in Estes Park for a cold drink. The drinks and smoothies coming out were well crafted!

Another DELICIOUS experience here; its now a must do every time I visit my sister. I love being…read moreable to have all the options available to me to create any type of sandwich I'm in the mood for. They now have little kiosks to place your order, so you can take your time and read through all the amazing options. I love the gluten-free bread and did a double-meat this time and holy cow it was loaded. I was so full. We shopped for groceries while our sandwiches were made. Its such a great overall experience stopping here. I am a lifer!

Cozy little grocery store. I was nearby and just wanted to get some drinks. They have everything…read morefrom fresh eggs, baked goods, meats, cheeses, all sorts of alcohol (wine, beer, liquor, NA) and the workers are helpful and very sweet.

Great food and really nice people! I also loved the dining space and it had a great atmosphere…read more Definitely a place I'd recommend!

My new favorite restaurant in Estes Park! Flavorful food, unique and delicious cocktails, and they…read morehave parking. It has a rustic ambiance perfect for the Mountains. My Hogback Sour Cocktail was over the moon. Made from bourbon, lemon, simple syrup, egg white, and Cabernet float. The unique blend made a great drink. I wanted more, but held back because we were hiking later. My wife's traditional slightly dirty martini was perfectly made as well. We started with the homemade chips and dip. Nice crispy chips with beautiful fresh made onion dip. Next came the Pheasant soup. I wanted to lick the bowl clean, it was so yummy. The main course for me was the carnivore plate with elk, filet, sausage, and broccoli/shallots. The elk meat was the star on my plate. Having that next to the filet mignon allowed me to taste test them in real time. The Elk meat won hands down. Not even close in my opinion. The sausage was packed with wonderful flavors, but after a few bites overwhelmed my palette. My wife had the Creamy Potato Gnocchi Bowl. We both shared each other's dishes. She loved the Elk Meat. I really enjoyed the Gnocchi, and wished it could be a side dish to my Elk meat. Service was great with Elizabeth checking on us at the right times. Tip: Ask for the postcard and the restaurant will send it out for you after you fill it out. Tip: the restaurant fills up quickly, so call ahead and get a reservation.

Most adorable stationary store with a coffee shop! They have hilariously funny cards so I had to…read moresnatch some for various occasions. There's just tons of different things to shop around in here. The coffee is pretty good as well. Lots of different syrups to add and my husband gave a two thumbs up for the beans they use.

This is one of my go to coffee spots every time I'm in Estes Park, especially after a hike, and…read moreit's easily my favorite coffee shop in the area. It's such a cute combo coffee + stationery store, and they have a really nice seating area upstairs. I stopped by again this weekend, got a latte, and it was delicious as usual. Took it upstairs and just relaxed for a bit with my friend, perfect post-hike vibe. I was here back in September too and noticed they've upgraded the upstairs seating since then, so it feels even nicer and more refreshed now. Always consistent, always a great stop when I'm in Estes Park.

Fantastic pizza and sandwiches. We had the pepperoni pizza and "The Jimmy Conway"sandwich.read more

For a place called The Sandwich Mafia, they are clearly a pizza joint. Might have great pizza but…read moreif you're craving a good sandwich look elsewhere.

The food was really good. Staff was really nice and friendly. Very open and cozy. They have a…read morepretty large menu. The gyro was tasty and you should try the spicy peppers.

Glad we decided to make the drive versus eating along the main area. The food took a bit longer,…read morebut they do say they are not fast food. Just prepare yourself, especially if your kids are starving. Being hangry is real. They have limited parking and seats inside as well as a patio. They have a self serve drink station and after you order, you are given a number and a staff member will deliver the goods. This is definitely a spot worth going to when you're in the area.

What happens when you combine the passions and expertise of two established restauranteurs into a…read morenew and exciting venture? You get the new and improved "Bird's Nest." We were fortunate enough to attend the "soft opening" for brunch today and all I can say is WOW! Prior to this John put his heart and soul into Bird & Jim (across the street) while Rob ran the top restaurant in Estes Park (Seasoned Bistro). The Bird's Nest (which operates seven days a week) will now offer brunch Thurs-Sunday. Our experience was delightful and delicious. Some of the old favorites from Seasoned are back along with some new tasty dishes. The views from the second story are as stunning as anything you will see in Estes Park. There is nothing like this in Estes Park so put it at the top of your list of things to do in Estes.

I wanted to do 3.5 yet again, I hate that there are not half stars. It's mostly a 4 but more of a…read more3.5 because we were annoyed we couldn't sit upstairs. It's only open when they have brunch and they didn't have brunch when we were there. But not sure why the area isn't open for seating. It was pretty packed. Anyways. The food was good. The beef breakfast burritos were delicious. We also got an almond croissant that was yummy. The coffees were both really good. I got the woodpecker and my husband got the evergreen.

Food was great with an awesome and diverse set of options for both breakfast and lunch…read more Then the entire staff is great. Awesome and welcoming, and after spilling a full drink, they went above and Beyond to ensure I relax while they cleaned up, and offered a complimentary drink since the spilt drink was full. 100/10! Alex was phenomenal

So good we went twice! We stopped in for an early lunch and…read moreloved it enough we came back the next day. A patron on another table told us he loved the steak breakfast dish. I assume it was the chicken fried steak. We didn't get it. My husband got the steak sandwich. Very large portions, I got the Longs Peak Turkey club. Again -- generous portions. The sweet potatoes accompanying it were good -- the sandwich was scrumptious. I think the added grilled onions took it up a notch -- or should I say Notchtop. That was what we ordered to split the second time we came. We had the kindest server both times. Fun fact: there once was a resident elk there with this same name. Does anyone know if it was named after this restaurant?