It’s no secret that Colorado is full of numerous world-class dining options to fit every taste… but did you know that for every upscale big city eatery, there is an equally delicious small town restaurant where everyone knows your name? Here are 11 of these small town establishments that you will want to visit:
- Food Hedz (842 Summit Blvd. Frisco, CO 80443)
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Yelp Located in the small mountain town of Frisco is this “world cafe,” which offers unique dine-in and catering options that you won’t find anywhere else.
- Carmen’s (625 Carson Ave. Las Animas, CO 81054)
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Yelp There’s a reason Carmen’s authentic Mexican food is a favorite amongst locals (…and it may or may not have to do with this savory, smothered burrito).
- The Forks 287 (17685 US-287 Livermore, CO 80536)
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The Forks 287 Facebook Located northwest of Fort Collins is the tiny unincorporated town of Livermore and it’s historic Forks Food & Fuel, which was established in 1875 and serves some of the best burgers and sandwiches in the state.
- Connie’s Family Restaurant (415 S Grand Mesa Dr. Cedaredge, CO 81413)
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Connie’s Family Restaurant Facebook Dear Connie & Family,
Thank you for sharing your home-cooked goodness (and incredible fried chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy) with us; it hasn’t gone unnoticed.
Sincerely,
Colorado
- Quarter Circle Saloon (106 Park Ave. Kremmling, CO 80459)
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Yelp Please note, Quarter Circle Saloon is no longer in business. Don’t let the name fool you… there is much more to this saloon than just drinks. (Take― for example―this Bison cheeseburger with pepper jack cheese and Cajun onion rings.)
- 5 Star Dining and Grill (85 Main Ave. Akron, CO 80720)
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5 Star Dining and Grill Facebook This restaurant lives up to its name; in fact, it has a 5-star rating on Yelp and 4.9 (which we are rounding up to 5) on Facebook.
- Kate’s Place (615 Clinton St. Ridgway, CO 81432)
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Yelp “Cuisine with heart and soul” isn’t just a motto… it’s the way Kate conducts business, cooks, and treats her guests every day.
- Trading Post (602 US-287 Kit Carson, CO 80825)
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Yelp The Trading Post Restaurant: Food as legendary as the great Kit Carson himself!
- Happy Cooker (412 6th St. Georgetown, CO 80444)
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Yelp Nestled in the heart of historic Georgetown, the Happy Cooker serves up some of the tastiest breakfast and brunch options in the state (and with a smile, of course).
- Country Corner Cafe (601 Caribou Hwy 24 Simla, CO 80835)
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Yelp If you think the ambiance looks charming (and that the food looks good), wait until you see (and try) this colorful cafe for yourself.
- Antlers Cafe & Bar (40 Moffat Ave. Yampa, CO 80483)
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Yelp Now this is MY kind of breakfast… how about you?
For even more of our small town favorites, click on These 14 Colorado Towns Might Be Tiny… But Their Restaurants Are Amazing.
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Located in the small mountain town of Frisco is this “world cafe,” which offers unique dine-in and catering options that you won’t find anywhere else.
TripAdvisor
There’s a reason Carmen’s authentic Mexican food is a favorite amongst locals (…and it may or may not have to do with this savory, smothered burrito).
The Forks 287 Facebook
Located northwest of Fort Collins is the tiny unincorporated town of Livermore and it’s historic Forks Food & Fuel, which was established in 1875 and serves some of the best burgers and sandwiches in the state.
Connie’s Family Restaurant Facebook
Dear Connie & Family,
Thank you for sharing your home-cooked goodness (and incredible fried chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy) with us; it hasn’t gone unnoticed.
Sincerely,
Colorado
Quarter Circle Saloon Facebook
Please note, Quarter Circle Saloon is no longer in business. Don’t let the name fool you… there is much more to this saloon than just drinks. (Take― for example―this Bison cheeseburger with pepper jack cheese and Cajun onion rings.)
5 Star Dining and Grill Facebook
This restaurant lives up to its name; in fact, it has a 5-star rating on Yelp and 4.9 (which we are rounding up to 5) on Facebook.
“Cuisine with heart and soul” isn’t just a motto… it’s the way Kate conducts business, cooks, and treats her guests every day.
The Trading Post Restaurant: Food as legendary as the great Kit Carson himself!
Nestled in the heart of historic Georgetown, the Happy Cooker serves up some of the tastiest breakfast and brunch options in the state (and with a smile, of course).
If you think the ambiance looks charming (and that the food looks good), wait until you see (and try) this colorful cafe for yourself.
Now this is MY kind of breakfast… how about you?
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Address: 5 Star Dining and Grill (85 Main Ave. Akron, CO 80720Address: 106 Park Ave. Kremmling, CO 80459Address: 415 S Grand Mesa Dr. Cedaredge, CO 81413Address: 625 Carson Ave. Las Animas, CO 81054Address: 842 Summit Blvd. Frisco, CO 80443Address: 602 US-287 Kit Carson, CO 80825Address: 40 Moffat Ave. Yampa, CO 80483Address: 17685 US-287 Livermore, CO 80536Address: 601 Caribou Hwy 24 Simla, CO 80835Address: 615 Clinton St. Ridgway, CO 81432
