Restaurants in Estes Park

“Best burger I’ve had in a long time! Fast friendly service.”

“Great food! Our waiters name was Surendra. He was very friendly and patient...couldn't ask for more.”

“Our favorite restaurant! Beautiful venue, fabulous food and excellent owner and waitstaff. Do yourself a favor and go!”

“Great diner! This is a wonderful spot for brunch. They have great food with a classic American diner feel. Even during the brunch rush, they were able to serve our food quickly. Estes Park does not have very many restaurants, but Notchtop is a great addition to the scene.”

“We ordered the Not So Teeny Wahine! Incredible portions! The staff were so wonderful. Must eat in Estes Park.”

“This place is a gem! I visited their tea room on a trip to Estes Park and the afternoon tea was a highlight of my vacation. We tried three types of teas and all were delicious. And those scones? Mouth-watering! The whole experience was great… the service, ambiance, and products were all too-notch. I’m looking forward to visiting again and being home more tea. (I’ve already used up the 2 bags I brought home with me.)”

“After eating at soooo many high-priced restaurants around Estes Park, and pretty much loving every place we visited, but trying to eat at as many as possible before returning home, we hit this place the NIGHT before we left. Mostly because it was the only place still open and very close to where we were staying at Valhalla Resort. WHAT A HUGE MISTAKE!!! WE SHOULD HAVE BEEN EATING HERE ALL ALONG!!! The Elk Burgers melted in our mouths, the onion rings and mushrooms were spot on and plentiful, and the late-night service was polite and speedy!! Don't waste too much money eating at all the other places. Our only regret was not trying these guys first, as I doubt I would have eaten ANYWHERE else after dining here!! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!”

“Wonderful atmosphere wonderful staff and great food! Baran our server was amazing!”

“All of our meals were excellent. I had the trout with polenta. Huge filet, great polenta and veggies. I am going to give special praise for one item. I drink only decaf coffee. Most restaurants, if they even serve it, don't care much about the quality. Here it was served at the table in a French press, and it was some of the best coffee I have ever had.
The chocolate cheesecake was awesome also. My favorite meal during our trip to Estes Park, and there were a lot of excellent ones.”

“Sept 7, 2024 - Crew and his staff did a great job providing our wedding vendors their meals for the day. On time and above and beyond with the delivery! Vendors were excited when I told them!”

“Great Locally produced Colorado wines. I had a flight of 5 focused on reds and hers were whites and roses. Presentation of flights was very appealing. And a homemade pretzel was great to reset the pallet. The staff is happy to share help to make an enjoyable selection.”

“We had an amazing experience for our Anniversary dinner. Everything from server to food was exceptional! We had the trout and the braised short ribs, just superb! Don’t leave without tasting the hunny pot.”

“Tried The Egg of Estes for breakfast & loved it! The food was fast & delicious & Daniel, our server, is friendly & thoroughly attentive. We'll be back.”

“Mountain Home Cafe is my favorite for breakfast and lunch - always with great service - in Estes Park for many years. Fresh fruit and vegetables, and fresh hamburger, too, are served here. Biscuits and gravy is a crowd pleaser along with Alaska baked oatmeal, waffles, Swedish rollups, country fried steak, corn beef hash, and an assortment of breakfast combinations and skillet breakfasts. Not to mention Eggs Benedict :::: including California Benedict with avocado, and Mexican Benedict.”

“Best burger ever 👍🏼👍🏼🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 soo delicious!”

“Highly recommend!!!!! The best Carmel rolls EVER!!! And friendly staff!!!”

“The staff were very welcoming. My latte was very good too!”

“There is only one thing you can do as you pack up and head out of Estes park early in the morning- grab a couple of donuts from the famous Donut Haus. Their apple fritters are maybe the best I've ever had, but all their other offerings are fresh and delicious!”

“This is a best restaurant in Estes park . I always there after my hiking on Friday . Every thing I have ordered was so delicious. Make me think about back home to Thailand .”

“Great coffee! Friendly staff. Watching the elk in the river outside Kind Coffee an extra bonus. Place is always busy!”

“Great beer, good views, food truck. A win”

“Food was delicious and service was great! Friendly staff and beautiful crepes. Surprisingly good price for being in Estes especially for how filling and yummy the crepes were”

“Last visit to Estes Park was 6 years ago and Antonio's was recomend after a hike to Flat Top Mountain..would travel back from central Texas just for a slice.”

“We were skeptical because of recent reviews, but they are way off. Food came out hot and delicious. Drinks from Zac at the bar were not watered down like other establishments we visited here in Estes. They have a new manager who took the time to introduce herself and let us know she was there if we needed anything. Our server was Jessica, and She was very attentive. Our steaks were prepareda perfect med rare. Thank you, Nicky's for a great evening.”

“Absolutely lovely coffee shop in the heart of Estes Park! The staff is always exceptionally friendly and helpful. They sell many nice postcards, pens, journals, arts and crafts, and gifts. The upstairs seating balcony is so cozy and clean. Most recently, I ordered a breakfast burrito and a latte. The cashier who rang me up brought my food up to me while I was seated in the upstairs balcony. I always notice and appreciate when people go above and beyond when they have no obligation to do so. I very highly recommend supporting this local business!”

“We love The Barrel, it's a religious stop for us after each hike in the area. We've tried other spots and are typically left disappointed, only to come back here each time”

“Beautiful. Great food, reasonable prices, and the service was great!”

“Fantastic latte and friendly staff. Not to mention the warm welcome you get from the ducks 😆. My new go to spot”

“Absolutely delicious! I was here for four nights and got a different latte every day. Every single one was delicious and the service was so fast! The coffee bean was an extra delicious treat. ?”

“The staff was helpful in assisting me with what flavored iced coffee I would like. It was fantastic. Wish we had one in Illinois.”

“Amazing beer, dog friendly, and supports live local music!”

“The food was good. My fajitas were a little overcooked. There salsa has always been good. The nachos, my wife said we're good. The wait staff was attentive.”

“Was there over the weekend. Great food and amazing staff, especially the manager on duty Sunday morning. Friendly, and the bacon bloody is to die for!”

“Never had such amazing food before outside of my home town. Tacos pastor were truly incredible, my wife had the crispy fish taco and it was crunchy and tender. The different dips for chips each tasted fresh and intense with flavor, and those chips! Warm fresh to the table, crunchy but not crazy thick or thin. The casa margarita was smooth, not weak and not strong that you taste ever sip being overly alcoholic. Our waitress was the best ever, easily felt welcome and checked in and offered other amenities on site as part of the hotel (we were guests). And they had live music too! Easily one of the best dinners out with my wife. We both loved it and wish we came more during our trip.

Kid-friendliness: Great kids menu. The kids sitting by us loved the chips and their chicken tenders with fries”

“Pizza is so yummy! This was our first visit and we plan to return soon. Super nice staff, quick service and super cute atmosphere. A must!!”

“Great local microbrewery, built into an old service station. Cool local vibe, great beers and friendly staff.”

“I lived down the street and ate here as often as I could. Best place to eat with everyday prices in Estes!”

“The food is absolutely fantastic! The staff is very friendly and courteous, and we can't wait to go back!”

“Wow! Ember is amazing. This was our 1st time visiting the new Ember since we used to come when it was the Dunraven. The ambiance is so nice. Very upgraded! Our server was Robert, an Estes Park local who was superb! Excellent service and we were pleasantly surprised the food was better! We got the Steak & Frites and Chicken fried chicken. Highly recommend.”

“This place is great! Walking in it does feel weird almost like you’re not supposed to be there because of how little people there were. we ordered our food and the employee was patient with us as we ordered. Food can within 10 minutes and it was outstanding! crisp crust delicious toppings and flavorful sauce. We also got the yet chopped salad and although there were some confusion with the ingredients it was beyond our expectations. Definitely would come again”

“Our current favorite restaurant! We live on the front range and visit multiple times per month. Great food & service at an affordable price.”

“Their new custom energy drinks are delicious!! I love the Tartan Strawberry Energy Drink. They also have an amazing selection of Coffee drinks & Tea flavors. They roast their own coffee beans in-house, which is pretty cool. They have always done a fabulous job making my drinks. Cute area to sit inside or on the deck. Love that the outside seating looks out over the river.”

“Delicious! My husband and I stopped in last night for waffle cones and they were HUGE and so good! The employees were also extremely nice and the place smells like heaven! Highly recommend!”

“gorgeous wine bar in the Stanley. definitely recommend the charcuterie. we tried the charc attack, came out with 3 levels, tons of fruit, olives and veggies! was perfect for a party of 4. the cocktails were also very good, I recommend the luxardo limenchello spritz”

“They have some of the best salsa and queso I’ve had in Colorado. Everything we ate was delicious. Highly recommend!”

“The food is delicious. You get more than you can eat. One guy sitting across from us said it was the best chicken fried steak he had ever had. I ordered blueberry pancake. More blueberries than pancake. The last time I had a pancake like that was in Maine!! The owner is nice to her employees. We come here every time we are in town.”

“Great food! We will be back.”

“best time yesterday great service and food fries are best I've ever had - can't wait to go back”

“Our smoothies were a tasty post-hike treat! I had the orange skies. It was delicious, the price was good, and the service was quick and friendly. Most patrons are sitting at the cafe tables outside, but there’s one booth and some counter stools inside.”

“Great food and fantastic service’”

“YMCA of the Rockies is our new favorite family vacation spot. We have two kids - a 12 year old and a 10 year old - both of whom found plenty to do. We went for a long weekend with extended family to celebrate my MIL's 70th. The property is adjacent to the national park - you can literally walk into the park from the Y campus - and it is STUNNING. We checked in for our reservation at the Alpen Inn, which is located very centrally and is a hotel-style building. We hadn't been able to get a cabin when we initally booked, but asked about recent openings. The manager was wonderful in his efforts to secure us and our other party cabins. We stayed at the Base Camp cabin, which is perhaps a 20 minute walk to the center of campus. It is a three bedroom, two bath cabin, recently built in 2022. It has a full kitchen, gas fireplace, covered deck, grill, outdoor table, deck off the master, and seats 8 at the dining room table. No A/C, but even on a warm (for Estes Park) day, having the windows open (all windows have screens) did the trick. Also, each bedroom had a fan. We did the horseback ride, as well as the Sasquatch private fly fishing and the hay ride. Each one was terrific, and absolute pros leading. The Mountain Center is great, has gear to sell or rent, and an indoor climbing wall. We did not get a chance to try the crafts center but a friend visiting at the same time RAVED about it. She stayed two weeks and sent her 3 and 5 year old to the day camp which the kids LOVED. There were also concerts, axe throwing (they provide a guide for this), archery, mini golf, horseshoes, firepits, basketball, volleyball, several playgrounds, and a roller skating rink. Our Verizon wifi was almost non-existent, while AT&T worked well. However, in my friend's cabin (White Pine), they both worked remotely without any wifi issue. Perhaps it was their proximity to the Mountain Center and registration building? Everyone who helped us was kind, friendly, and patient. The accessibility of the park, the cute town of Estes Park, and the family-friendly nature of the Y's campus there made this an ideal family camp experience.”

“Wonderful food and friendly staff...”

“best food ever! tastes sinful but won't make you sick to your stomach. Annie truly cares about the people she feeds and you can taste it in every bite.”

“Nothing beats the Rocky Mountain Trout”

“Delicious food. Great owners.”

“We had Blizzards at this Dairy Queen twice while we were in Estes Park. The Blizzard were excellent, but we were most impressed with the enthusiasm and customer service from the employees.”

“The pizza is AMAZING! Great prices! Me and my best friend go when we have time and money. A personal pizza is about $10 and it’s a decent size. I also tried the traditional cannoli very delicious but I want to try the other ones.”

“This ice cream place was open later and was a very good choice. Lots of great flavors and toppings, and the staff there was very friendly and had some good tips for things to see in the local area. Our group of five people were really thankful they were open as it seemed all the other ice cream locations closed at 8:00 p.m.

Dietary restrictions: I think I remember there being a flavor or two relating to lactose free ice cream....that might depend on their daily menu though”

“super food and very caring people. Recent help to find my lost keys in the snow ,and without asking for help! I"ll definately be eating here more than ever. FIVE Stars”

“All I can say is wow after visiting Rustic Cafe. Because of its unassuming exterior, I wasn’t expecting all too much, but I was positively blown away. Not only did the food tickle my tastebuds, but the service was exceptional as well. In particular, one worker named Abbie really went above and beyond to ensure I had a pleasant experience. When I was unsure of what to order, Abbie helped me explore every option available, carefully describing its flavor profile and healthiness. I eventually settled on the soft pretzel, which was decadent to say the least. When my food was ready, I mentioned that I had lost my water bottle earlier in the morning. Abbie was nothing short of apologetic, and even helped me retrace my steps, which ultimately helped me find it! However, Abbie’s unbridled kindness and commitment to customer service didn’t stop there. During this whole ordeal, I was accompanied by my 91 year old grandmother, who had been complaining endlessly about acute back pain. Abbie overheard this, and used some ingredients she had in her purse and in the cafe to mix up a special remedy. Within an hour after drinking it, my grandmother said her pain was just about cured! Overall, Abbie went beyond above and beyond to create a special and happy experience at rustic cafe. We need more Abbies in this world!”

“Pretty excellent options for gluten free folks! They have a gluten free burger, was able to eat the queso burger without crispy onions and purple onions instead. Elk nachos are a HUGE portions multiple people can enjoy! Donut burger was delicious according to the gluten eater! Wait staff was a little slim only two to serve entire restaurant and bar, but were very pleasant and knowledgeable! FYI was told regular fries are gluten free but depending on kitchen staff may be in a fryer with only fries or possibly mixed with non-gluten free items.”

“We heard the food is good. It is. We both ordered the chicken fried steak for breakfast. Possibly the best I've ever eaten. The pies looked & smelled delicious, but we were too full, even for 2 go pie”

“Good bartenders, good prices.”

“Wonderful setting … and fresh tasty food. Will definitely be back”

“Great selection of burgers! Big and juicy half pounders. I ordered the Swiss and bacon mushroom and it was awesome! The fries are seasoned and crispy, just perfect. My husband ordered the elk burger; he wasn’t a big fan of it. Ate outdoors. Service was great. The prices are reasonable for gourmet burgers. The prices posted on these reviews are a dollar higher than what they actually are. Came back again for dinner.”

“Great food, great bartender, just a fun chill environment. I had the lobster Mac and cheese and it was amazing!! Highly recommend!”

“Wild Rose has great food, but that’s not unusual in Estes. The staff are friendly, patient, knowledgeable, and efficient. When visiting Estes we dine there at least twice per week.”

“This is a fantastic, authentic restaurant. Delicious, piping hot food with generous portions and fair prices. We loved enjoying several dishes here during our stay in Estes Park. Would definitely return!”

“With me being on vacation, I wanted to try something new. Before leaving my hotel, I looked to see what time they closed, which was 7pm. I arrive at 5:48 pm and they are closed. They could have at least put a sign on the door, but nope. I guess they were to cheap to do so. They lost my business.”

“Great food , great place .”

“My brother and I stopped in last weekend to see if they allowed dogs on the patio (they do), but the patio had just closed for the season for service. Laura, the hostess, suggested that we could get takeout and eat outside if we wanted, and as it was a gorgeous, not-too-cold day, we took her up on it. She brought out our food and drinks just as we were getting up to pick them up ourselves, and she checked back on us a couple of times. WAYYYYYY beyond the call of her duty, and she was as nice as can be. AND she brought treats for the doggo! Oh, and my brother's chicken pot pie lunch special and my veggie pizza were both absolutely delicious! Highly recommend Poppy's -- ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”

“We were first timers in Colorado and at The Post! Let me tell you what the food was great- but the service was absolutely OUTSTANDING! Dakota R. was our server and he absolutely blew it out of the water! Probably the best service we’ve ever had! He made us feel so welcomed and special! We will definitely be coming back from Louisiana /Florida! Thank you Dakota!!!”

“Great place to eat in Estes Park! This adorable family-owned and operated authentic restaurant was exactly what we were looking for. Quick, healthy, delicious. Waiter was such a sweetheart and it felt good knowing we were supporting a family business in such a touristy location. Highly recommend!”

“Excellent service and fantastic food. I love their chicken parmesan and garlic bread. The salad was fresh and crisp.”

“My sisters and I had a fantastic time celebrating my birthday in Estes this past weekend. We chose The Grubsteak Restaurant for my special meal. The steak, including ribeye and sirloin, was cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. The shrimp cigars, stuffed mushrooms, and mozzarella sticks were equally delicious. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the staff were incredibly friendly and entertaining. Rachel at the bar was particularly remarkable—she was one of the most personable and friendly bartenders I’ve encountered in a while. We even went back the next day to enjoy another drink at the bar and met Joe, who was just as friendly and engaging as Rachel. Engaging in conversations, sharing stories, and laughing together made my birthday dinner truly unforgettable.”