So Smokey and hospitable, the sandwiches are great portions for the cost. The brisket is great I'll…read morebe back to try something else

Deeee-Frickin-Licious!!!!…read more Chopped brisket is a showstopper and a must try. It needs no BBQ sauce, although the spicy BBQ with it is *chef's kiss* We came in with our pup and were hoping to sit on the patio. However, it was closed for a private event. This ended up being a blessing because there were picnic tables behind the restaurant and along the creek. Shout out to the cashier who helped me out and recommended the chopped brisket and the picnic tables in the back. Girl, you're a real one!

Dined here on Saturday 12/7 for my brother-in-law's birthday with a large group (took a party bus…read moreup there from Denver). It was my first time in BH and we weren't familiar with JKQ beforehand. We had such a great experience! The restaurant appears to have been built recently but was made to look like an authentic old-timey Western saloon. The service was great! Our waitress, Denise, was efficient, friendly and fun, as were the other staff (met and chatted with Larry and Jennie too, the chef and other server/bartender). By the end of our dinner, the birthday boy was taking pickle shots with the crew. They were all great and so accommodating of our large party. And let me tell you, the bbq was top notch too and everything was very fairly priced. You have to try the Pitmaster cocktail, which for $8 was a steal compared to drink prices in Denver. I had the sampler platter - for $19 you get 2 proteins, 2 sides and Texas toast. Everything was super tasty! Several people had sandwiches and they looked great too. They also surprised us with a small chocolate birthday cake and some free shot/pint glasses, which was really nice and unexpected. Overall, highly recommend checking out JKQ if you're in the Black Hawk area.

Food was dry and lacked flavor. Music was odd. all we could hear is the cook screaming his…read morepersonal music from the kitchen. Service was questionable. The lady taking care of us didn't really care to be there. Stomped her feet when she had to do something, made inappropriate comments next to us, and drinking on the job with the cook. PLEASE save yourself the trip. Owners/management please do better.

Stopped in for a quick bite while the car was charging nearby and entertaining out of towners…read more Checked off a brewery, lunch and Idaho Springs all in one shot! Westbound & Down is a great place to check out and service matches the great beers they offer as well. Greeted with a warm welcome and a smile, we were quickly whisked away to our seats and greeted by a wonderful waitress with colorful tattoos on one arm and black/white tattoos on the other. She ran through the list of food and beverage like she had written the menus. The ambiance matched their personalities and easily had the mountain vibes! We ended up getting something fairly small since we had big plans for dinner in town. The bison burger was such a great bite after bite and the fries did not disappoint. We would certainly return and check it out again and again!

Overall, this place was fine. The interior is huge and has fun, western decor. We were seated…read morequickly during Saturday lunchtime which was nice. Unfortunately the service and food were average at best. Our waiter seemed rushed and barely made eye contact or stopped at our table. The burger and chicken sandwich were fine. The fries were the best part. The chicken sandwich had way too much coleslaw so the bun disintegrated pretty quickly. We enjoyed the food enough but at the price, we expected more both from the food and the service.

Had a terrific roast beef sandwich that was out of this world. Generous portion. Friendly service…read more The whole town is charming, a great rest stop!

This place was such a cool find! I didn't expect much (dive bar in a small town ya know?), but they…read morereally delivered. Our bartender was attentive, knowledgeable, and fun to chat with. The bar patrons were all hanging around and talking to one another, so you felt like you were right at home. I didn't have any food, but my friends had the ribs that were on special and enjoyed them! The food menu was very small, but again, to be expected in a dive bar. Super cute place overall.

Order food today and it was absolutely amazing. Ordered bbq sandwiches, Mac and cheese and wagu…read moresausage. Definitely will be returning, online ordering made it easier for pick up.

Online it says your open but you're not. Disappointing and inconsistent, great way to start a…read morebusiness Every time I drive by it's closed ....

Yelp says "a few things to consider in your review.... Food. Service. Ambiance."…read more Food: A 10. Wednesdays they have Italian night. For our Italian portion we had the garlic cheese bread to start and tiramisu to finish. Both were amazing. We frequent an Italian restaurant in California where the chef is from Italy as well as most of the servers. We've BEEN to Italy. This was the best tiramisu we've ever had. Service: A 10. From the adorable gal that greeted us to our server and the manager that runs the place with so much pride we thought he was the owner! Ambiance: For us it was another 10. Warm, cozy, welcoming. Dress up or not. This a great place for couples or groups. Stop on your way through town and you'll wanna go back every time.

This was our last stop in Idaho Springs, on our drive back to Denver Airport…read more.. The place had a very nice, lofty American Frontier ambiance. I felt that it was probably one of the, if not the finest restaurant in Idaho Springs. I loved that it was open early, with a good brunch menu. My husband had Short Ribs Benedict, and I had Chicken & Waffles...and both were really good. I will say, however, that mine would have been better if they were less soggy. For that, I have to deduct a star. Who knew that a small, quaint town like Idaho Springs would have decent restaurants like this?

Nice restaurant with an enjoyable menu and appetizers. The food was delicious with a very pleasant…read moreand helpful server.

Fantastic spot in Idaho Springs!…read more Came for the cider and did not leave disappointed. I enjoy fruity flavors and the list of flavors was right up my alley. And if you're also looking for food, this place has got some delicious eats. Had a burger and it was hearty for sure and sooo good! The service is wonderful! Sat at the bar and had good conversation with the bartender. All good vibes here.

This is definitely one of the top spots to eat in Idaho Springs. Delicious food every time. Have…read morehad most things off the menu, but the burgers and onion rings always stand out for me. They have a great selection of craft beers, and also have homemade sodas that are can't-miss. Particularly known for their root beer. Great vibes, especially in the summer. Worth a stop if you're in the area!

I was not expecting my experience here to be this great. We stopped by on our way back from a ski…read moreday, they have a good amount of parking behind the building. We were sat without delay, the inside is cute and gives a mountainy cabin vibe. They are a brewery and also a distiller, I tried their Housemade vodka, seltzer, it was light and easy to drink. They had a multitude of flavors to choose from as well. I wasn't super hungry so I went with the tomato artichoke soup and an order of sweet potato fries. This was one of the best soups I've ever had, so creamy and cheesy with real artichoke pieces in each bite, seasoned so well and served with little pieces of naan bread The sweet potato fries were also incredible, just so fresh and cooked perfectly, crispy on the outside, but soft on the inside and just seasoned to perfection. The rest of the table tried the burgers and had great things to say about them. The server was also really nice and helpful, i can't remember her name but she made some great recommendations and was very attentive. Prices are reasonable and for bar food this was really a great experience. Definitely will be back!

The people are great…read more The sandwiches are great. The prices and SIZE of the sandwich is absolutely horrendous and reeks of GREED! And he considers himself a dead head! What a lack of identity! I have attached a picture of a $15 tiny sandwich! I measure it. It is exactly 6 inches. For $15. What a rip off!!! If the band String Cheese Incident ever ate here, they would be appalled at how this establishment just rips people off.

Great food and great atmosphere. Fast and excellent service. Really dug the vibe And theme of the…read moreplace.

Five stars for amazing food. The steak laab lives rent free in my head!…read more But.... we are local and they are simply not open enough. The last five times I have called for takeout, no one answered. The closed sign is up and the hours posted online say they are open. It is tough to get a restaurant going in a small town, but you must be open if you want the people to spend their money there. Sad, because their food is absolutely incredible and would love to support this family-owned business.

Banana Leaf is a cute little restaurant in the heart of Idaho Springs downtown. The staff is…read morefriendly. However, atleast for me the food missed the mark. I had the pad Thai, coconut wings and chicken laab. The food was a bland.