After spending several days in Estes Park, The Spice Rack won our hearts as our favorite coffee…read moreshop. Why? First, it is adorable tucked in woodlands just outside of town near a bubbling brook. The interior is spacious with the bakery, coffee shop, and store featuring spices and other local goodies. It is clean and has bathrooms. Second, the coffee is high quality and delicious! We tried a variety of different mistos, drip coffee, and cold brew...they were all great! And reasonably priced! Third, the bakery is incredible. We got a whole bunch of baked goods at the start of the trip and enjoyed them over the next few days. Some highlights included the bacon and egg pastry, the strawberry rhubarb fruit pastry, and the cinnamon twist. We also loved the blueberry fruit pastry, the egg and cheese pastry, the kouign amann , and the chocolate croissant. Finally, the staff were friendly and helpful. Always a great perk when the service is just as high quality as the product! The only con is that The Spice Rack is closed Monday and Tuesday, so be sure to stop by Wednesday through Sunday! You won't be disappointed!

A Hidden Gem in Estes Park!…read more The Spice Rack is an absolute treasure for anyone who loves to cook, explore new flavors, or find the perfect foodie gift. The selection here is phenomenal--everything from rare spices and custom blends to locally crafted sauces and rubs. It's clear the owners care deeply about quality and customer experience. What really stood out was how helpful and knowledgeable the staff were. They offered great suggestions based on what I like to cook and even let me sample a few things before buying. I walked out with some unique spice blends I've never seen anywhere else--and I've already used them in a few recipes with amazing results. Whether you're a local or just visiting Estes Park, The Spice Rack is definitely worth a stop. I'll be back for sure!

I discovered this quaint little shop nestled inside of a sea of your typical tourist retailers…read more They have unique, high-quality handmade handmade items and gourmet snacks! Shannon and her husband were so friendly. They helped me and my partner discover PHENOMENAL vanilla paste (as a baker, this is a game changer) and gave me a new addiction to... unicorn poop.

Went in to Shannon Agains today and got to see what a cute shop they have. Unique food and gift…read moreselections.we purchased some monkey poop and grandpa!s famous party mix.both are very tasty and satisfying. Stop by and pick up some delicious snacks and gifts.very friendly owners

Visited today with my wife, who specifically loves tiger butter, and we mentioned this while…read morespeaking with the older gentleman behind the counter. Unfortunately, he didn't seem very interested in helping or ensuring we received what we asked for. We purchased three pieces of chocolate for $23, which already felt expensive, and when we returned to our hotel we realized they had given us the wrong chocolates--no tiger butter at all. We tried calling the shop to address the mistake, but it went straight to voicemail. Between the lack of customer service, the error with our order, and the high price point, the experience was very disappointing. For the cost, the quality did not meet expectations. Sadly, this place feels past its prime, and I wouldn't recommend it.

I love the nostalgic, retro vibe of this place. And I really appreciate the fact that they offer…read moreanything sugar-free, as several places in Estes Park do not. That being said, the elderly gentleman who took our order wasn't nearly as sweet as the product he was selling. In fact, he seemed put out to see a patron enter into his establishment at all. Regardless of the stale service received, this is a unique spot for families, with plenty of space for kids to run around, amidst a fun colorfully lit backdrop that gives off an arcade feel from an era gone by. The framed canine on the wall, much beloved by its owner, is a cute touch too. The sweet snacks once sampled back in the car weren't terribly fresh, but we plan to visit again and try more items on the expansive menu.

Estes Park's premier shop for all things herbal! Tea blends…read more Bath bombs Books, tea infusers, and a children's section, oh my! Run by a local family, and women-owned, they are committed to quality, and providing products made right here in Estes Park, Colorado. Friendly service, a cozy space, and a wide range of products are available, as well as an online store. You can visit them @ https://www.dragonrootsherbal.com/

From the owner: At Dragon Roots, we create our tea blends using ancestral folk herbalism practices, ensuring that…read moreeach blend of tea is a unique and powerful experience.

was pleasantly surprised with the quality and flavor that this restaurant served, especially being…read morein a mountain town the pad thai noodles were perfectly cooked, slightly chewy still. the sauce was a well balanced combination of sweet, tangy. and savory. served their eggrolls with honey which i have never had but it worked so well!!! lovely experience

I am so happy with our takeout from Estes Thai! I'd love to return in-person and try something…read moredifferent, because we loved everything! It definitely lives up to those good reviews. I just ordered something simple, the orange chicken and white rice. The orange chicken tasted fresh, was still crispy outside (perfect breading) and tender inside, even when covered with the sauce. Note that the orange chicken does come with white rice. I ordered extra not knowing. The egg rolls are also yummy! Small, but you get so many of them. Overall, we are very happy with our experience and can't wait to try in person.

I would love to give a 5 star review because the Jerky is excellent. What is preventing me from do…read morethis, was the service. Now I am not saying it was bad service, because it was not bad. The clerk, Julian, was nice enough, but it was phony nice. He was condescending, he kept calling me MAM.. Mam, is ok, but MAM is not. Women will understand this. I would ask him questions and his response was , MAM, everything is on the bag... the problem was this, there is a lot of Jerky in that shop, A lot. I tried to explain to Julian what I was looking for and I did not want to hunt through 1000's of bags to find it. The straw for me was when he shook his head at me like I was a toddler and smiled a condescending half smile and said, Again, MAM, that information is on the bag.... I wanted to tell him just where to put that bag.... As far as the ambiance, well there was punk rock blasting in the background and of course Julian.... So other than the punk rock and the clerk, can I recommend the store? Yes the Jerky is very good. I bought several bags, and some dog treats.. they loved it, too.

This was a great experience in Estes Park. We really enjoyed visiting. We got some great jerky and…read morethe kiddos loved it. We can't wait to come back. The store was neatly stocked and the owner was very nice, explanatory and laid back. There weee so many options to choose from

Friendly staff, the best saltwater taffy I've ever had…read more The person working was so kind, gave us so many options to sample and was very patient with us along with generous as she filled up the box. I wish I could come pick these out on my own every week!! Can't wait to try and order them.

I love banana Laffy Taffy, so when I heard about this place I was excited--but I still wasn't…read moreexpecting much. It completely exceeded expectations. When my wife and I walked in, it felt like stepping straight into the 1950s. The young man behind the counter was fantastic--great customer service, very professional, and dressed perfectly for the classic candy shop vibe. He was extremely helpful when we asked questions about different flavors, which made the experience even better. Our favorite flavors were banana (no surprise there), salted caramel, creamy peppermint, and lemon. The candy itself was excellent. Skip the other taffy spots downtown and go straight to this shop. It's well worth the experience, and the taffy is outstanding.

What a wonderful experience we had tonight we were in town for the Estes Park holiday parade after…read moreThanksgiving and we had reservations at Mama Rose's Holy cats... Alex, our waiter, was so attentive and took care of all of us. We had a table of 13. All of our dinners came out just perfect. The special tonight was a sirloin marsala, and oh my gosh, it was "melt in your mouth" delicious... I had an option of either pasta or roasted potatoes and vegetables and I thoroughly enjoyed the potatoes and vegetables. It was absolutely delicious and so flavorful. The lasagna was absolutely delicious and my hubby's Chicken Parmesan was also really good... What a nice little place tucked away right on the river....

The salads are huge..delicious and did i say huge. The flat bread was OK and the soup of the day…read morewas a beef soup and was loaded with veggies

My wife and I stopped in to try the truffles and were disappointed. At $2.75 each, we expected much…read moremore flavor, but they were very bland. Honestly, Dove or Ghirardelli chocolates from a regular grocery store would have been a better option. Customer service was mediocre--just a quick greeting when we walked in and nothing beyond that. Overall, nothing about the experience stood out, and there are better places in town for truffles. I wouldn't recommend this shop for them.

The mint chocolate chip ice cream at Munchkin House is hands down the best I've ever had. The mint…read moreis fresh and not too sweet, the chocolate chips have the perfect crunch, and the texture is so creamy it almost melts before you finish a bite. I've tried this flavor everywhere, but nothing comes close. Also, the store is usually packed but the line moves quick.

We had a party of 12 people. Colleen and Valeria were our waiters and they did a fantastic job…read more They were attentive with our party. I know it can be a little overwhelming when it's large parties, so we appreciate that they accommodated our party. Thanks to them, my friend's birthday celebration went wonderfully. Highly recommend for girl time with your friends. I got the pomegranate hibiscus tea, loved the floral flavor. Lavender mimosa? Give me 4!

The cutest elegant experience in Fort Collins!…read more From the decor, to the food, down to the service everything is so tasteful from the moment you walk in to the moment you leave. The elegance of the decor, and how delicious all of the food was on top of such flavorful tea. Check it out if you have a chance. Going to make this a place to visit everytime I'm in town, I have fallen in love!