Mr Burro Cafe

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This little food joint was the perfect location to stop and go. Traveling from Cañon City, Colorado…read moreto Salt Lake City, Utah and it was the best food we had all weekend! Great Staff, very friendly and opened to give suggestions on food. BEST Sweet Potato Fries I've ever had! The sandwich of the day was the Perfect Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich like no other...with so much flavor. My husband had a breakfast burrito and said it was the best burrito he's had in his life! Loved the vibe it had and we were so glad they had a public bathroom around back with Koala Care for us to change our baby!

Outstanding chicken sandwiches in the mountains, dubbed America's highest fried chicken…read more I was on a men's trip and we were staying near Fairplay. We stopped here twice. Both times I ordered their Original Chicken sandwich. Each time we visited, it was busy. Limited parking, a line, sparse seating. The staff was friendly and attentive, personable and calm under pressure. The orders kept coming and they kept steady hands on the fryers pumping out consistently good food. This chicken sandwich was the best I've had. Large, all white meat, quality chicken. It was perfectly fried with a thinner breading. It didn't over power the meat but complemented it. The only topping this sandwich needs is pickles. They were thicker than normal, fresh, crunchy and juicy. The honey butter and fresh toasted bun rounded it all out. The side of fries were good too, crunchy and flavorful. If you're near Fairplay and looking for a good meal, go here. I'd go back.

Menu as of 3/2026

Original Chicken Sandwich + Otto's special sauce

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Nice view from the patio.

Soup Pot

4.6(106 reviews)

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Great food! I love soup and sandwiches so this is a favorite for lunch to either eat in or get it…read moreto go!

I got the largest size wedding soup but was a little disappointed I only got two meatballs. It was…read morethe best option in the area as far as we could tell. Enjoyed sitting outside even if it was in a parking lot by the highway. The staff were nice, even if a little inexperienced.

Cosy atmosphere

Jalapeño cheddar bread

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Great selection of delicious soups

Java Moose

3.7(209 reviews)

0.1 mi

Great lil coffee shop! Super busy but employees were hustling and very nice, getting everyone thru…read moreline as quickly as they could. My matcha latte with oat milk was fab, hubs just got plain coffee and he said it was great. We enjoyed ours while sitting at the gazebo near the courthouse. Oh and I hope the guy in front of us that only tipped the girls $0.11 went back and gave them more later.

Great little spot in the mountains right on the Main Street…read more The latte was awesome and our breakfast sandwiches and pastries hit the spot. Easy parking on the side of the location and great patio area out front. Make sure if you are in the area to stop by and give them a try. Enjoy!

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Colorado BBQ

5.0(4 reviews)

The service was excellent, very friendly and inviting. The IPA flight was good, but they were out…read moreof the 6th one. The potato salad had a great flavor, texture but was a smidgen dry, coupled with the jalapeños, picked onion and pickles yuumm. Anyway get the 1/2 rack of ribs. The meat was not fall off the bone. It had to make contact with my teeth. Ohhh!!! the rub on it didn't need bbq sauce. The full lunch was exceptionally prepared.

What a delightful surprise inside Highside Brewing! My partner and I hung out here for a few hours…read morewaiting for our friends to get to the Airbnb (they were bringing all the food) so it was perfect that we got to enjoy some craft brews and freshly smoked BBQ. I got brisket, he got salmon. We shared some sides. It was a perfect date. Plus it was fun hanging out with the guy working the smoker as well as the Highside bartender.

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Ribs, potatoes salad, jalapeños, pickles onion

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6 flight IPA'S

Silver Scoop Creamery

4.6(45 reviews)

0.2 mi

Pastries and coffee too! Looking for a great pastry and a latte come here ! The cinnamon rolls…read moreare wonderful. We ended up having to buy a day old cinnamon roll but they heated it and it tasted fresh and delicious! The chocolate croissants are so flaky. I had them 3 days in a row. The employees are all so friendly. The baker is so nice and I enjoyed talking to her about FairPlay and taking time off in winter to go somewhere warm like South Padre, Texas or Hawaii. They also make great sandwiches. We grabbed some for a day out and about. Loaded with meat and made fresh. And of course we had the ice cream one afternoon. Creamy and smooth- full of flavor. Stop by here you will not be disappointed! (Skip the other coffee place and come here ) Cute old fashioned ice cream decor. Indoor and outdoor seating.

Once discovered while on a trip, we went back daily…read more The staff is so genuinely kind and pleasant. Being from NY, I'm used to passive aggressive staff at such places, with fake smiles and annoying voices. Not here. Excellent coffee. Excellent pastries. Excellent sandwiches. Excellent staff. Beyond highly recommended.

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Menu July 2025

Casa Sanchez

4.4(91 reviews)

0.0 mi

On our way from Denver to Buena Vista lucked out and we stopped into this place best pork Carnitas…read moreI've ever had, service was amazing. Chips and salsa were amazing and I will make this a stop from now on when I am in Fairplay. Even got a tequila shot on the house.

We made last second stop for a late lunch at this cool little Mexican restaurant. Loved the…read moreMexican music playing and the wait staff was great. The food was amazing and huge portions. I had to try the combo to experience a little variety which I would highly recommend. The salsa was a huge hit, the green was our favorite. The wife had a pregnant burrito which she loved as well and the kids loved their food. If you're in the area be sure to stop by!

Beautiful and warm mountain atmosphere for authentic Mexican food

Fajitas

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Highside Brewing

4.2(20 reviews)

This is a great location in Fairplay. The beer was great and the food only made it better! The Bahn…read moreMi was a true twist on the traditional Vietnamese sandwich with a true Colorado BBQ flair. It makes me miss living in my home state. Jeremiah was excellent with all of the guests who visited while we were there. He was very knowledgeable about their selection of beers on tap and what food would pair well with them. He had our beers poured in no time and the food was out in a flash. They also have a great assortment of games to play, including some pinball machines. This is all set to the appropriate mountain wood/log vibe on the interior. It also appeared to have a great outdoor eating area for the warmer months. This is a must-visit destination in Colorado!

After driving by this building for the last couple decades, I finally went inside and had a meal…read morewith the family at Highside. I would classify this restaurant as sort of a roadhouse with a large bar, pool table, arcade games, and projection screen. They are set up as a fast casual restaurant ordering food and drinks at the bar and waiting for your order. I had a craving for BBQ so I aimed straight for the vein with their smokehouse chili and I was not disappointed. Hardly any vegetables, but a lot of yummy, smoked, and meaty pieces served in a slightly spicy broth. Their salad looked good and the kids liked their grilled cheeses with side car's of ice cream so everyone was happy. Staff was friendly and stated that they actually have many families with children come by so don't be scared.

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McCall's Park Bar

3.6(71 reviews)

0.2 mi

Great bar! Great ambiance! Great food! Keep doing what you do! Thx to the servers, bartenders and…read morechefs

I stopped in over the weekend when I had some family visiting from out of town. The ambience is…read moregreat. It was a fun little bar, even though I am not drinking right now and was kid friendly for a bar. I had the veggie burger on recommendation and although it was good, it wasn't the best veggie burger ever I thought the french fry portions were really expensive for the price, I was impressed with the chicken tenders though they were huge and delicious. Even the kids meal was a healthy portion server was very nice. No complaints there, but you do order your food at the bar. You pay at the bar and you are expected to brush your own table, so there's that.

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Beef Philly

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Tall Country Fairplay

3.3(4 reviews)

Was stuck in Fairplay yesterday during total white out conditions with all the roads in and out of…read moreFairplay shut down. The staff were super friendly, helpful and let us bunker down in the store for a few hours in the hopes that the windstorm would die down. The storm did not let up and we ended up spending the night with about 350 people at the high school which was set up as an emergency shelter. Really appreciate the team's hospitality and support during a very stressful time. We live in Chicago and are relocating out to Bailey and would come back again to show our support!

Out of almost all pizza toppings. Tried to order a sandwich, but they were out of almost…read moreeverything. Food prep person was out on a break enjoying the herb when we were trying to get our sandwich order placed.

Village Bagel

4.3(115 reviews)

42.8 mi

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Great pizzas, made with both bagels and focaccia bread. A highlight of Village Bagel…read more Also, great pastries are made at the location. Try the apple rugelach, which is sweet and delicious

I have been a fan of this establishment for so long. However, a couple years ago there was a new…read moregirl who started. I stopped supporting this business for a while, because this girl (Sarah? Serina? Something with an S ¯\_(ツ)_/¯) would serve me caffeinated coffee when I specified on my online order that I needed decaf for medical reasons (this happened frequently). I even asked her one time if the coffee she served me was decaf and she said in a sassy way "yes." The attitude was off the charts and I had a medical reaction because of the caffeine interacting with my medication. I decided to try the business again after a couple years and had the pleasure of being served by Hannah. She made sure that my coffee was decaf (without me asking!) and we ended up having the best breakfast bagel I've had (picture attached).