I previously posted a less than flattering review. Since…read morethat ONE TIME bad experience, I have had nothing but great food and and great service. I love the food and enjoy the staff. Great little place. Go get some good food.

Best lil spot for good eats, fun drinks and great vibes from the staff!…read more Favs are Out West Acapulco High mountain Must get the taters too!

Blackbird Cafe - A Kittredge Gem If you are looking for a…read morereliable spot in the canyon, Blackbird Cafe in Kittredge is easily one of the best. They are consistently great, which is why you'll almost always find the place buzzing with energy. The location is fantastic--it's situated right next to Bear Creek, providing a cool, relaxing atmosphere that really captures the mountain vibe. As for the food, it's excellent across the board. The breakfast scrambles are a highlight, topped with fresh sauces and served with perfectly crispy hash brown medallions. Their smothered burritos are another must-try, loaded with melted cheese and served with fresh sides. Beyond the plate, the staff is always wonderful, making you feel welcome even when they are slammed. Whether you're a local or just passing through, this is a staple for a reason. Rating:

After an event at the Evergreen Library - mom and I found ourselves hungry…read moreand stumbled upon a cute little roadside café. Blackbird is cutesy and inviting with brightly painted exterior (featuring butterflies and sunflowers), cozy and wooded interior, with one hell of a Creekside view. The layout inside is a little awkward - and entrance is right near the kitchen. However, we maneuvered to a table in the corner near the window - with a nice, sunny view and was greeted by a friendly face who gave us a rundown of the specials and allowed us ample time to peruse the menu. We decided to sip on Arnold palmers and split The Rachel - essentially a Turkey Ruben with a side of fries and sweet potato fries - because two types of fries is always the right choice! Within about 10 minutes, our food arrived, which was just what the doctor ordered. Splitting the meal was perfect, as the sandwich was huge. Mom's fries were delicious while my sweet potato fries were a little burnt, but still yummy. Service was friendly, welcoming and accommodating to our lunch date. Pricing is on point and reasonable for a cute mountain town. I'd easily return!

We're looking for a sit-down, Mexican restaurant and this place fit the bill. The staff was very…read moreattentive. And, it was not crowded or full. The food was alright. Just your basic Mexican fair. Nothing to write home about. The sauces are really good. The meat wasn't very seasoned. But the salsa is delicious. I would go back. Although it is very expensive.

Parkside is closed. Location is now a cajun style restaurant called The Hummingbird Club. Only…read moreate there once. Very expensive for what you get.

We came here for brunch before heading to the hot springs and it was a great stop…read more I got the Main Street Benedict, super yummy! The only thing I didn't like as much was the hashbrowns, they were just okay. I also ordered the jalapeño bread French toast (recommended by our server). I love jalapeño flavor, but I remember thinking it sounded kind of weird for French toast... but I'm glad I tried it because it was so good. They make their breads in-house and I would definitely get that again. I also tried some of my friend's banana bread and that was really delicious too. Didn't get a chance to try these since we had to get to the hot springs soon so thought it's too much food to finish in time, but they had a French toast flight and a Benedict flight, which I've never seen before. Pretty cool, I love anything where you can try multiple flavors. Overall, would reccomend this brunch spot in Idaho Springs. Would come back!

A Fun, Bustling Spot with a Fantastic Breakfast!…read more We had a great breakfast at Main Street Restaurant. It's a fun, cozy little place with a lot of hustle and bustle--you can tell it's a popular spot! The staff was friendly and working hard, keeping tables moving. The food was fantastic. Their breakfast menu is impressive, especially if you're an Eggs Benedict fan. I had the Brazilian Benedict, which was creative and delicious, and my wife loved her Pancake Flight--a fun way to try a few different kinds. They have over ten types of Benedicts, including a "Flight of the Benedicts" and a huge list of specialty omelets and creative pancakes. It's clear they focus on quality, using organic eggs and homemade English muffins. We really enjoyed our meal and will definitely be back next time we're passing through Idaho Springs.

My wife and I were looking for a great place to eat in Evergreen, and Murphy's ranked the highest…read more It's a very laid-back atmosphere, with some of the best burgers I have tried. If you like a juicy burger with incredible taste, this is the place to go. Their truffle fries were just as good. I will have to go back and try the Salmon and their signature cocktails. The only negative, and this is not the restaurant's fault, is that the parking is horrible. Luckily, we went on a weekday in the winter, so we were able to park about a block away. There are a few paid parking spots, but it will cost about $10 for 2 hours if you use the QR code on your phone. If you can get to the restaurant, it's well worth it. The staff is incredible; they will make your dining experience fun.

This place is charming and perfect for a nice dinner in the Evergreen area. Great service... the…read morevibe feels like a true Colorado mountain town with rustic charm. The food was spectacular! The brussel sprouts were the best I've ever had... finely chopped, crispy, with beautiful flavor. We had the elk burger (dirty Frenchman) and OMG!! So, so delicious! Upgrade to the sweet potato tater tots (or parm truffle fries... you can't go wrong with either). Their blackberry blitz looked amazing (my friend got it and then just added soda for refills). I've heard their salads are also phenomenal. We will be back!

This little gem in Evergreen is absolutely delightful. The staff is very friendly and…read moreaccommodating. You don't need a reservation, but as the summer months approach and this beautiful town gets busy, I highly recommend you make them. The ambience is relaxed and very chill for this cute Colorado town. The food is very yummy. The menu is well thought out and planned. If you love tres leches dessert, you MUST order this here! It was one of the BEST I've ever had. Come and eat at Willow Creek and enjoy the hospitality and gastronomy this cute restaurant has to offer.

We wanted to love it. Unfortunately it fell short…read more Sometimes there are just those nights when multiple things go wrong. We were the needy table tonight. The location is pretty, but the noise level was crazy loud. There was a particularly noisy table with guys shouting and the rest of the restaurant had to yell to be heard. We had to shout our order to the staff just to be heard. The tables are wobbly--noticed several with plastic shims to help balance, and no, they don't take care of it before you sit down. We asked and the guy nearly tipped over our drinks on us. Started with our drinks. Ordered some specialty drinks and they left the Sprite out of what we ordered. They brought a carafe of Sprite and they had run out of syrup so it was club soda. They remade the drinks and all was well. Burrata appetizer was trying too hard. Too much going on with flavors. It was just okay. Lamb ragu was cooked well, but lacked flavor. Mussels, hopefully, won't get me sick. I had a bad batch and one mussel that was so bad that I had to spit it out and it soured my appetite so much so that I didn't order anything as a replacement. Paella special was over cooked. And the pasta primavera tasted like a curry. The best item of the night was the beet salad. When we got our check, it was crazy expensive for four people. $250! And that was with only one alcoholic drink! They also didn't take my mussels off the tab, which we had to point out and they corrected right away. Also didn't help that we could visually see our server complaining to the other servers about us. We were absolutely polite and kind to everyone helping and still left a nice tip because we've both worked in restaurants. It's a pretty location with overpriced food that isn't that tasty and a server who doesn't understand that when things get messed up, it's the restaurants job to remedy it--especially for the price that customers have to pay! Ridiculous.

The sandwiches are something else, and the soup was super good especially the tomato soup…read more Everything fresh and good service!!

After a bike ride nearby we were hungry and looking for a place to eat a late lunch/early dinner…read morethat would allow us to keep an eye on our bikes. I chose a steakhouse burger and waffle fries combo and a rice krispy treat for dessert. My husband got a mo, fries, and a chocolate chip cookie. My burger was delicious and the only thing I would do differently is double my patty next time. The servers were all really friendly and parking with the bike was easy peasy. They had an outdoor table but I was a bit chilly so we chose a high top inside.

Hearty portions. Quick and friendly service. Bland food. Standard cafe/diner fare. Pricy…read more The bacon breakfast sandwich was huge! But no spices or salt or pepper was evident in taste. The hash browns were spices and seasoned. The biscuits and gravy were $18.50. The gravy was thickened flour milk, with no salt or pepper, the blandest gravy I ever had. It did nothing to enhance the flavor of the biscuits. It just made them soggy. The price for the meal was hefty. Coffee was good. Hot chocolate was delicious. I consider Conifer a 'highway' town,' catered to those folks passing through on 285. I was disappointed.

If you're looking for a diner in the middle of the most confusing strip mall ever, this is your…read moreplace to be (we're talking church, liquor store, fashion salon, and much more). We stopped here on the way back to Denver the day after a wedding, so you know we were in desperate need of the coffee / water combo immediately. After getting that out of the way, you have about a million various breakfast / lunch combos at your disposal. We all got breakfast because a great perk of this cafe is that many meals come with a pancake. The sweet and salty breakfast combo was ideal. Their skillet meals were fantastic. If you don't want gravy, you can switch it out for their green chilis. Matter of fact, you can substitute pretty much anything for whatever you want here. It's like the Substitution Cafe. I don't think I will ever be back here in my life because I don't live anywhere near here, but if you're deciding on a place to go for breakfast, check it out!!

Marion's reminded me of a blast from the past - breakfast on Sunday with my gram. All of your…read morecountry breakfast favorites and large portions - no one is going home hungry here. Silverware and napkins at the table, in a picnic style container. Staff with smiles and stories and happy to connect with ya. Nicknacks are sprinkled throughout booths and tables with fairy lights for ambiance. It's quaint. We ordered Eggs Benny, Biscuits and Gravy breakfast and a Meat Breakfast. So many options to choose from. Definitely good food and just what you'd expect at home.

It was nice to place an order while on our way, which allowed for pickup as we continued up to St…read moreMary's glacier. Pickup took longer than expected, especially considering I received a text 10min before we arrived that our handheld burritos were ready. The burritos were a good size, filling, though almost no green chile - and I'm certain they aren't using real eggs (who can blame them with current prices?) But we were satisfied and fueled through most of our hike. Will we return? If the conditions are right, sure!

Living just a short distance away, I thought I'd try this little gem. I asked myself, why do people…read morestill eat at corporate diners when such places as this exist. The food was amazing, served up within 5 minutes of ordering. Great decor and soft background music. Don't take my word for it, try this yourselves.

We walked to JC's from the Dodge dealership (easy 1 mile walk) while getting our vehicle serviced…read more I ordered the Huevos Garcia (two eggs, hashbrowns, grilled peppers/onions/tomatoes - smothered with green chili, with a flour tortilla). I thought it was pretty tasty! Eggs were cooked perfectly, the veggies were al dente (I expected them to be over cooked, but was pleasantly surprised)...and the green chili was yummy! Quick and friendly service...marginal coffee with tons of refills...casual "diner-type" ambiance...with graffiti covered walls. Would go again.