Hubby and I were staying overnight in Salida a few weeks back. We went to Amicas and were not…read moredisappointed. We enjoyed one of their wood fired pizza. Plenty of toppings, right amount of sauce and perfect crunch on the crust. We also shared a bowl of potato soup, soup of the day. Which came out pipping hot. Very clean and friendly staff. We always enjoy when we go to Salida. We own a salsa business, Lynda Sue's Salsa. We left a couple of jars for the staff to try. You can find our salsa at the LaGree's in Pueblo, Poncha Springs and Buena Vista. lsksalsa@gmail.com

A very flavorful pizza out in the sticks…read more The Salsiccia is a standout favorite, and the Rex's Amber pairs with it perfectly. Service was quick, attentive, and on point. The ingredients tasted fresh, and the addition of mushrooms really elevated the dish. It's also easy to find, right in the downtown area.

Got the Last Crusade. It was incredible…read more The music selection was so funny to us. It also carries a vibe like naming a bulldog princess but I mean that in the best way possible. This place is a beast and never disappoints. The menu is MASSIVE. There's probably an absolute guarantee you will find something you like.

Sweetie's Sandwich Shop in Salida is one of our go-to spots whenever we want something easy to grab…read moredowntown and take to the river. We come up every other weekend to visit family, and this is a place we keep coming back to. The sandwiches are really good and consistently high quality every time. They are on the pricier side, but you can easily split one, which makes it a great option to share. The menu has a ton of options--it can feel a little overwhelming at first--but honestly, you can't go wrong. We've tried quite a few, and every single one has been great in its own way. Pro tip: during the summer, the line can wrap around the block. If you don't want to wait 30-40 minutes, ordering online is definitely the move. Also, don't skip their bars--they're absolutely amazing. Perfect to grab for later if you're heading out on a hike, or just enjoy it right there. Highly recommend grabbing a sandwich and taking it down to the river--that's honestly the best part of the whole experience.

Great beer and sandwiches. The pastrami was fabulous and the combination of salty and sweet with…read morethe meat and coleslaw was spot on. The payment was also delicious. If only they had fries. The service is great and very knowledgeable. You order at the bar and pick up your food outside when your buzzer goes off and it is ready. You also have to bus your own table which is no problem. Indoor and outdoor seating depending on your preference.

Stopped here on the way to the Sand Dunes…read more Great personable service! We liked every beer in our flight: Dark Matter, Rye'd or Die, Charlie's Brown and the Sunset Sour. For food we had the Pastrami Sandwich ... To.Die.For!!! And the All American Smashburger. We were even more in luck with an Irish Band jam session. Totally recommend this place!

Lovin' Spoonful is not so much a restaurant as it is a food truck. It seems to be a rather…read morepermanent fixture at this location, right next to Sub-Culture Cyclery. (The address is approximate.) It has a couple of outdoor tables and a tarp to keep the sun and frequent afternoon downpours off its customers. Lovin' Spoonful offers a four or five specials daily...sandwiches mostly, with salads on the side. We've eaten there twice, and both times got a very fresh sandwich and side salad. Our favorite was the falafel & hummous sandwich. It was piled high with two or three large falafel balls and tons of veggies. It was served on a nice, crusty, home-made pita. Definitely worth checking out if you want to sit outside or take food back to your place.

Amazing food truck next to Elevation Beer Co. Loaded Italian sausage lasagna with crisp grilled…read moreveggies and Texas toast for just 7 bucks and a delish pork tamale with fresh salsa and chips for 3 bucks. This will definitely be a regular stop for me!!

please subscribe for appetizers and happy hour, French onion soup was awesome and the steak was…read moresuper good!

Our group each had one of "The Classics". Beef stroganoff…read moretasted okay but very little meat.. Given the word "classic", I was expecting long thinly sliced beef , this was small chunks of beef. When I see "Classic Fried Chicken" on a menu, I would expect crispy pan fried bone in chicken... like what my mom made. This Fried chicken consisted of two roundish chunks of boneless white meat breaded in bread or corn meal, picture "shake--n-bake" consistency. Truly tasted like eating cheap frozen breaded boneless chicken. No flavor. No seasoning , not even salt/pepper. The gravy was pale yellow.. NOT at all like CLASSIC freshly made/home made pan chicken gravy, with chunks of the crispy fried pieces from the pan . This seemed more like something out of a jar.. I subbed seasonal vegetable instead of mashed potatoes. The only thing we ordered that was delicious, Cauliflower and Romanesque . Although when asked prior to ordering , the server said the seasonal vegetable was Romanesque, I was surprised that it was a blend with cauliflower...mainly cauliflower, very few Romanesque The fish and chips looked and tasted like Long John Silver's fast food. Two chunks of fish batter fried. The chips seemed like bulk frozen fries. The person who ordered the fish/chip ate very little of it. The bar drinks were good, on their own, those would be 4 stars. , I ordered the mocktail Butterfly Lemonade. It was a lovely shade of lavender, but was like drinking pure bottled lemon juice mixed with some sparkling water. Zero sweetness, even though simple syrup was the second ingredient stated in the ingredients. We sent that drink back. Server was very nice. Outdoor seating was pleasant.Those elements would be 4 star.

Went here for dinner while I was in Salida, got seated at a table that overlooked the river. It was…read morea great vibe and they accommodated a very large group. I got the French Dip with House-Made Chips, which was recommended by our server and let's just say he served with that recommendation. It was delicious! Our server was super consistent and refilled our drinks very often. Good spot in Salida!

Terrific service was fast friendly and attentive . Wonderful ambiance…read more Green Chili in Bowl was a smallish portion served lukewarm. Much better was the cup of chicken charrizo soup served hot. Locally brewed beer were wonderful

The mojo at Mojo's Eatery is strong…read more Cruising into Salida and did a quick search for some eats and the nearest establishment appeared Mojo's Eatery. Pulled into the parking lot and electric vehicle chargers were like towers of hope for the power-deprived traveler. The menu looked limited. Was there for lunch. Breakfast menu looks extensive and good. Ordered a burger and turkey club and iced tea. Overall it's great. There were so many people with dogs or multiple dogs that sitting peacefully in the exterior seating area wasn't that peaceful as bickering alpha dogs tried to act dominant by whelping and arguing with each other. Wasn't a fan of the barking and screeching and loudness that lasted the entirety of the meal while observing the dog owners either oblivious to the mayhem or ignoring it while swiping on their janky iPhones. I won't dock points in this review due to the dog drama. It is what it is. Salida is a wicked dog-friendly town. I will return for breakfast. You should also. You'll be glad you did.

Great place. Went for breakfast. Very creative menu. We chose biscuits and gravy and avocado toast…read more I subbed the sausage for bacon. As you can see, beautiful presentation. I liked that the biscuits were small and filled with cheese and green chili. The whole wheat bread for the avocado toast was a really nice. Service was fast and friendly. You order at the counter. Plenty of places to sit outside or inside. Highly recommend.

We have eaten here a couple of times in the past. The town of Salida is a couple hours from where…read morewe live and we don't go there a lot. Every time we do go to the 50 Burger though it's good. Very consistent in all aspects of a restaurant; food taste, presentation and speed. The service is good. Although you order at the counter like a fast food place they bring the food out to your table. There is plenty of seating. The restaurant is always clean and inviting. Salida is a small town compared to many places in Colorado. So the competition may not be as much as say if they were in Denver but if they were there they would still shine because they're just that good. The burgers are very tasty, the fries are great, a large fry will feed two people easily. The shakes are really good. Just like in the past they come out with a full glass plus the remainder of shake in the stainless mixing cup. It's well worth the stop if you're in town and hungry.

We arrived at our hotel on Saturday night after arriving in Denver International Airport in the…read moreafternoon and a long drive to Salida. Our hotel concierge recommended this restaurant which was close to our hotel. The only catch was that it closes at 8 pm & we only had 30 minutes to get there. Luckily we made it before 8 pm and ordered. The restaurant allowed us to finish our dinner. The food and drinks were delicious. There's a 4% off if paying cash.

Eric, the owner, has a kind, generous, inclusive, positive approach to people and life. His…read moregoodness and welcoming nature toward everyone is reflected by the people on his team. Every time, it's an incredibly uplifting experience to be here. On to the food: it's a carefully curated menu designed to appeal to everyone, from vegetarians and carnivores. The Cubano is a personal favorite of mine. No matter what, get the homemade, handcut fries. Always blazing hot, perfectly seasoned and awesome. The walls are covered with music posters that are brightly colorful and fun. This and Eric are true Salida Classics. Thanks again, Bill

HIDDEN GEM ALERT!!!!! Delicious food, super friendly staff, local ingredients. Everything you could…read moreever want

Omgsh the whitewater cowboy pizza was probably the best pizza I've ever had. The crust was crispy…read moreand phenomenal, I usually always leave the crust but this crust? I couldn't help myself! The salad was large and everything was fresh! We sat outside on the balcony overlooking the river and it was perfect! We will def be back when we're back in Salida

The things we look for in an establishment, quiet place that we can hear each other, the…read moreenvironment to be calming, and taking my allergies serious without getting irritated or giving false information. If I can walk away without my anxiety being triggered or my allergies triggered, we have found a gem to return to. Driving from Colorado Springs through Salida, Co to the Sand Dunes, we decided to stop for a later lunch. We stopped by The Boathouse and was rather loud along with no four top outside. The host referred us to Pizza Rio and said they had outdoor seating and it's usually quieter. Heading up the stairs, customers coming down said it's worth it. The host showed us the tables outside and indeed was very quiet and had a beautiful view of the river. When we sat down, the heaters were still on but the server turned them off for us and opened the shade screen. My husband got the Greek salad with a slice of pepperoni pizza. My son got the vodka penne pasta, my mom got the meatball grinder and I got the Greek salad with arugula and spinach and the spaghetti and meatballs. Everything on the menu said it was made in house including the dressings. And WOW!!!! The flavor these dishes had was top notch Italian and dishes were decent/big sized. Cost wasn't as high as we thought, and the server was extremely accommodating. I would recommend this place to anyone passing through. Great job to the cooks, amazing!!! Great service by Connor L, we appreciate all you did with my accommodations and that you were attentive even though you were the only server. We did not feel forgotten about