Food was tasty and Luca is a great server!! Had the Elk mushroom and Swiss burger, fish tacos,…read moreancient grains bowl and avocado,bacon and crab salad. They were all delicious and well prepared. Atmosphere was great!

Went there for breakfast and dinner same day. Breakfast was a large assortment of items including…read morecountry fried steak which I promptly destroyed. Breakfast potatoes were a unique flavor and likewise great. For dinner got a bison burger and I forget all that it had on it but I absolutely inhaled it. REALLY REALLY good. I hardly ever write reviews, but feel they deserve more business given the high food quality. I was shocked that the place wasn't packed. Weird summer vacation hours, I guess. Everyone ultra friendly as well.

Raven's Roast was a great stop for coffee while exploring Estes Park. Our drinks came out quickly,…read moreand the prices were very reasonable. I ordered a decaf banana cream latte, which had great flavor, and my husband enjoyed the cold brew. Both drinks were excellent and exactly what we needed to start the day. The staff was friendly, and we appreciated that they have outdoor seating where you can enjoy your coffee with your dog. It's always nice finding places that make it easy to bring your pet along. If you're looking for a quick, affordable coffee stop with good drinks, friendly service, and pet-friendly outdoor seating, Raven's Roast is definitely worth a visit.

Raven's Roast has become one of my go tos for coffee. I'm usually a plain latte person, but I like…read morethat they have more flavors than you can think of if you're in the mood to switch it up. They also have a really impressive variety beyond coffee, all kinds of teas (white, green, oolong, black), smoothies, Italian sodas, fresh lemonade, plus cookies and other baked stuff. It's a great option if you're with non-coffee drinkers. This weekend I went with a friend who doesn't drink coffee soI got my usual post-hike latte but she got a smoothie she loved so much she went back again the next day after our hike to get another one. The staff is friendly and the space is cute with eclectic, fun decor. During winter visits, we always try to grab the two sofa seats by the fireplace since it's such a cozy spot.

We had a great time at The Barrel! It's a pet-friendly spot with a relaxed atmosphere and a huge…read moreselection of drinks. We sampled a beer flight with four beers and also ordered a margarita. One of the bartenders was fantastic. She took the time to ask what flavors I liked, recommended a different liquor for my margarita, and customized it to better match my taste. It turned out great, and I really appreciated the extra effort. The male bartender was friendly, but I was a little disappointed when I asked if they could make an espresso martini. He said they didn't have the ingredients, even though they had another coffee-based cocktail on the menu. It would have been nice if he had suggested a creative alternative using the cold brew or whatever they had available. Not a big deal, just a missed opportunity. They don't appear to serve food themselves, but there was a food truck parked outside when we visited, which was a nice bonus. Overall, we had a great experience. The atmosphere was fun, the drinks were good, it's dog-friendly, and we'd definitely stop by again the next time we're in Estes Park.

Dog friendly indoors! If you like to bring your fur baby on your travels you bring them in to the…read moreBarrel. They don't serve food, only drinks, so you're allowed to bring your pups in. There are normally several food trucks that surround the Barrel which gives you a lot of food choices. Inside reminds me of the old town bars with wooden tables and a floor that is covered with saw dust. You can bring your food inside and then imbibe on great selection of adult beverages they have to enjoy your food with. Dog water bowls are provided throughout the establishment if your pups thirsty add well. Fun place to stop and fill your tank!

We stayed in Estes Park for two nights, and both mornings we found ourselves at The Egg of Estes…read morefor breakfast. It was that good the first time that we decided to come back and do it all over again the next day. Parking is somewhat limited, but we arrived early on weekday mornings and had no trouble finding a spot. The restaurant is charming from the outside, with a colorful "Greetings from Estes Park" old postcard mural that makes for a great photo opportunity. Inside, the atmosphere is modern yet cozy, and both days we were lucky enough to snag a window booth. Our first experience set the tone right away. We walked in just as a server was arriving for her shift. Noticing nobody was at the host stand, she seated us before even putting away her personal belongings. That's customer service. For breakfast, I ordered a special that I can't seem to find on the menu now--an Eggs Benedict with pulled pork. I debated swapping the greens for potatoes but decided to be healthy. To my surprise, the dish was served on crispy potato pancakes instead of an English muffin, which meant I got the best of both worlds. The combination was fantastic, and honestly, I think Eggs Benedict works even better on potato pancakes than on bread. Every bite was packed with flavor. The next morning, I made myself try something different, even though I was tempted to order the same thing again. I chose the Cambridge Skillet: smoked ham and bacon with jack and cheddar cheeses over seasoned ranch potatoes, topped with two over-easy eggs and creamy hollandaise. It was delicious and hearty, although my first day's breakfast still edged it out as my favorite. I also sampled my friend's whole wheat blueberry pancake. It was enormous and surprisingly flavorful. I especially appreciated that many of their sweeter breakfast options come with eggs and a choice of bacon or sausage. It's a nice balance and makes for a more satisfying meal. The food, service, and atmosphere were consistently excellent on both visits. The Egg of Estes quickly became one of our favorite breakfast spots in Estes Park, and it's definitely somewhere we'll return on future trips.

We like this place! My Egg-ceptional Omelette (no tomatoes) was good, the potatoes were very good,…read moreand the English muffin was as good an English muffin as I've ever had. My daughter enjoyed her Vive La France French Toast as well. Our waitress was very friendly and had good timing - there were no long waits for her to reappear, as sometimes happens elsewhere. There was a little snafu - if I hadn't been paying attention, I'd have paid someone else's bill, almost 4X ours - but clearly it was an honest mistake and it's no harm, no foul. Now, about the name: Is it "The egg of Estes", "The EGG of Estes", or ...

This was a fun bar to stop in, big space to explore and different seating areas. The bartender had…read morea spunk and snark that was kinda friendly still that fit the whole vibe. I didn't get to spend to much time here because my friends husband can't handle his liquor, LOL. But, definitely an interesting space with lots to look at. I love the entire front of an old car built into the bar wall -- I cannot say I have ever seen that before!! Cool job whoever thought of and constructed that!

This was a nice break in Estes Park for a drink. It's a dive bar which was different than most…read moreplaces out there we seen. I love dive bars, so was pretty excited to run into this spot. The bartender was great, and attentive. If in the area, give it a try!

Best cherry pie and cherry chocolate. Glad to find out they…read morehave other locations. Must stop for us every trip.

A friend of ours treated us to Colorado Cherry Company. As the name sounds it's all about cherries!…read more We got a gift package who our friend treated us to and we got to try out the cherry juice. It was Black Bing cherry juice which she may have thought of when I had a gout attack with her years ago. It's hard to say for sure but it was a good experience. I didn't want the juice to be too sweet and sugary but it wasn't and it had a good tartness to it. I don't know how long this place has been around but I don't remember coming across it during my adventures to Estes Park. I could have missed it... that is certainly possible as there is a lot to take in foe the tourists in this town. *Update* This shop is at the Stanley Hotel which explains why I haven't seen it...I have only been to that hotel once! Even then I don't remember it.

I had some friends visiting from California so I took them to Estes Park. Stopping by The Stanley…read morewas a must! We went there to walk around and check it out and so they could take pictures and went to the wine bar for a drink. The interior is super cute and if you sit by a window, it has great views of the mountains.

The ambiance is great. Awesome views. The wine selection looked large until they said they didn't…read morehave a lot of them... also their hard alcohol isn't advertised at all. The charcuterie board was amazing! The staff was a little stiff.

GRATEFUL for this WONDERFUL place! Was a few miles from Estes Park East Portal Campground where I…read morewas camping. Love to bake and appreciate when baked goods are not too sweet and you can taste the flavor. BEST Cinnamon Roll I ever had -- topped with maybe a whip cream and hint of cream cheese frosting? Carrott cupcakes and "snowcap" (homemade sweet cream) lattes BEST ever! Also tried the breakfast pizza (hearty and tasty for a good price), homemade ancient Einkhorn and Spelt wheat bread ---ABSOLUTELY fantastic! I told everyone I met so they can enjoy as well! The last day, while sitting outside enjoying a latte and cinnamon roll, I had a young male Deer or Elk (unsure?) come close to me nose up in the air catching the scents. I stood still looking at his rack wondering if I should be worried ----What happened next I'll NEVER forget ---He came right up to me and gently started licking the left side of my face!!! I turned slowly and we were touching noses! EVEN HE KNOWS THIS PLACE IS FANTASTIC, AND ALSO WANTED IN ON THE CINNAMON ROLL! LOL! He should be the official mascot for the Spice RACK! LOL Nobody there to take a pic or video. :( Locals told me ---this just doesn't happen! Thankful for this place and my little Angel visitor who made my day even more wonderful! Please do yourself a favor ----go and get there early because they could sell out before closing! Staff is very friendly and the creative decor -----Well you got to stop by and check it out!! **** THEY FRESH-GRIND THE COFFEE**** ----YUM!!! Enjoy!

This place is amazing!! We stop here every time we are in Estes. The best pastries by far!read more