The Secret's Out: Why Evergreen Bread & Cocktail Lounge is Our Forever Favorite…read moreFor a few years now, my wife and I have considered this place our little "under-the-radar" sanctuary. But let's be honest--when a spot is this good, a secret stays a secret for about as long as a fresh loaf of their bread lasts on a table. (Which is to say: not long at all.) Here is why Evergreen Bread & Cocktail Lounge remains our absolute go-to: * The Vibe: The atmosphere strikes that perfect, rare balance between sophisticated and soulful. Whether you're there for a quiet morning reflective coffee or a lively evening drink, the ambiance just works. * The Bread (Oh, The Bread!): It's the undisputed star of the show. It's consistent, artisanal, and frankly, addictive. If you haven't tried it yet, consider this your formal intervention. * More Than Just a Bakery: They consistently turn out dishes that are as thoughtful as they are delicious. From the first bite to the last sip of coffee, you can tell the kitchen actually cares. * The People: A restaurant can have great decor, but it's the staff that gives it a heart. The team here couldn't be warmer or more attentive; they make you feel like a regular from the moment you walk in. The Verdict? If you're looking for a spot that nails the transition from "morning bakery bliss" to "evening lounge elegance," this is it. We're already counting down the days until our next visit. Highly recommended--just don't be surprised if you have to fight us for a seat!

This is my go to restaurant when in Evergreen; it hits the spot every time! We went the Friday…read moreafter Christmas around 2:30pm and it was quite busy when we first got there, but quickly died down. We ordered the meatball sub, the hot Italian grinder, the BLT, and the soup and salad combo. Everything as usual, was fresh and delicious but I will say since I was last there, their portions and prices have definitely increased and sharing a sandwich between two would totally be fine!

I was really shocked when I visited. They have a great selection of sandwiches that made it hard to…read morechoose. I decided on the PB&JC, it was really good but overlay sweet once you got to the last bits of the sandwich. I also got a charcuterie to take home. I was disappointed when one of the cheeses I had was mostly rind and too hard/dry to eat. I feel like they save the more expensive cheeses for the large boards because I just had the hard cheese and a cheddar for mine. The shop is really cute and ladies working were super nice. Overall, really great place to grab a snack and a midnight cheese snack.

Went here for birthday fondue with my mom and was such a good experience. The staff was super…read morefriendly and the atmosphere was incredible can't wait to come back

I absolutely love Ripple pizza and ice cream!…read more My favorite pizzas are definitely the Pizza alla vodka, pancetta, meat lovers, and the margherita. If you are customizing your pizza, I highly recommend trying the vodka sauce. It is to die for! I have had both the regular crust and the gluten-free and both are amazing, this coming from a pizza crust junkie. Good gluten-free crust is sometimes hard to come by so I was pleasantly surprised at how delicious this one was. They always have great ice cream flavors and rotation with lots of toppings to choose from. And if you ever want some to go, there's even more choices stocked in their freezer. I would also like to add that they have a great assortment of nonalcoholic beverages - great mocktails! If you haven't tried Ripple yet, you need to head over ASAP!

My family ordered dinner from Ripple last night. Since Ripple took over the old JJ Madwell's…read morebuilding, we wanted to give them a fair shot. We try hard to support local businesses, especially here in Conifer where dining options are somewhat limited. We ordered: * a large pepperoni and jalapeño pizza, * a small tossed salad, * and four cheesy bread rolls. Total cost: about $50. The first surprise came when we were told it would take an hour to prepare the order. It was still fairly early in the day, so we assumed maybe they were crafting something extraordinary back there. You shouldn't rush a master chef, after all. When we finally got the food home, the disappointment set in immediately. The pizza looked... medically concerning. Pale. Almost white. It had the visual energy of a cafeteria tortilla with low self-esteem. Then we noticed the toppings. My wife actually poked at the pizza and said, "Maybe the toppings are under the cheese?" They were not. The pepperoni deserves special recognition because I have never seen pepperoni sliced this small or this thin in my life. These tiny little discs were maybe half an inch across. Ripple must have contacted the pepperoni manufacturer directly and said: "I need pepperoni so tiny and so sparse that customers can technically call it a pepperoni pizza, while minimizing any risk of flavor." Even with the microscopic dimensions, they still used them sparingly. The jalapeños were equally scarce. A few lonely little fragments scattered across the surface like survivors of a great topping shortage. The salad was okay, although it's admittedly difficult to sabotage a bowl of lettuce. The cheesy bread rolls did, in fairness, contain both bread and cheese, so technically they fulfilled the contract. Honestly, I believe most frozen supermarket pizzas would outperform this pizza in appearance and flavor, all at a fraction of the cost. We genuinely wanted to like Ripple. We like supporting local restaurants. But too many places in Conifer seem to operate on the assumption that limited competition means they don't really have to try very hard. So we did our duty. We tried it once. But we won't be back.

I ordered a custom birthday cake last week super rushed and had a couple pictures of inspiration of…read morehow i wanted it to look. Laura was so amazing and said she could do it. I honestly was impressed by that alone because it was soooo short notice. needless to say from the pictures below, she OUTDID the inspiration pics i showed her and created a true masterpiece i honestly even felt bad cutting into! this one of if not, THE best bakery i've been to. the atmosphere, service, quality, and overall experience was amazing. HIGHLY RECOMMEND COMING HERE.

Fantastic cupcakes served in a cute little shop. They're definitely a little on the pricey side,…read morebut if you're looking for a yummy cupcake, and even the frosting is good I'm not a huge frosting fan, but this was good, worth it. The shop is right across the street from our New pediatrician so my four-year-old and I made a deal that we would start a tradition where after we go to the doctor we get a cupcake. I will admit that it's making me look forward to my visit to the pediatrician tomorrow.

This store used to be a charming staple in our small community--a true general store that felt…read morewelcoming, personal, and cared for under the previous owner, Brian. We were in there almost every day. But since the new ownership took over, everything that made it special has been lost. The focus now seems to be purely on profit. Prices have skyrocketed, the breakfast burritos (which used to be amazing) have been completely changed and are now barely edible, and we were just sold (on June 3rd) hot dog and hamburger buns that we later discovered had expired-- hot dog buns that had expired in April and hamburger buns in May. Unfortunately, we only realized it after eating them. The changes haven't just affected the quality--they've changed the entire feel of the place. The building and retaining walls have been painted in hideous, jarring colors. Spray-painted arrows now cover the pavement, and there's a strange year-round display out front with a plastic angel and palm tree that make the place feel tacky and confusing instead of quaint. To top it off, they're hand-feeding deer in front of the store. My husband literally had to walk around the deer and the person feeding it just to get inside. What once felt like a local gem now feels like just another convenience store. Cold, impersonal, and disappointing. There are even concerning rumors that a makeshift storage area in the back is being used as a place to live, which raises serious health and safety concerns. It's a real shame to see such a beloved place lose its soul.

The burritos are pretty darn good. While I hear that things…read moreare different after the owner switch I personally like the place a lot. Hard workers, friendly service. The in building kitchen serves up good food!

The actual creek on the back patio is sooooo pleasant. The meat and cheese board was a great value…read moreas well, good proportions and tasty. Staff are dudes from dudetown, would recommend... will come back. 4.5 out of 5

Been coming here for awhile now. As a loyal patron of previous owner and now the new I always look…read moreforward to either bringing friends in or stopping by to grab a bottle or a glass of wine and just enjoy the friendly casual creekside atmosphere. Today should have been no exception except it was. Instead of being friendly and helpful with my easy order of 1 bottle to go, 1 glass of wine and 1 hummus plate the bar staff decided to make it her job to make my time snd $ difficult. I hate paying $100 for servers to act condescending and trite over something as easy as basic customer service. Refused to place my hummus order with my wine bottle "to go" order unless I sat down and had it ordered by another staff member. Soooo I took my single glass of wine and had to find a host member to get me a table, go sit and wait 20 minutes just to place an order of hummus. Then another 20 for it to arrive. I just wanted to pop in for a glass of wine and small plate of hummus as snack to go w the wine. Plenty of servers. No big crowds or big rush, the bar was empty and mind you the venue is very small. So not sure what the big deal was. I think owners and management need to educate the newer younger staff on REAL customer service and how to make things work for the customer not the other way around. Like why was this bartender making something so simple so difficult. Also, at the end of my visit I didn't appreciate being startled and rudely interrupted 2x by a very young waitress that is clearly new and obviously has zero customer service skills or experience serving people. Would have been 1 Star today for Creekside if it weren't for Ryker. He should be the example and litmus for servers.

Highly recommend. Great location, owner is a really nice guy. Most importantly, the food was…read moreexcellent! We were driving up the 74 toward Evergreen Lake, and smelled it before we saw it. I glanced over and saw the big BBQ's in action, and we decided to have lunch there on the way back, and I'm SO glad we did. Very enjoyable to have lunch under a tree, right next to Bear Creek. And again. food was excellent. Perfectly cooked meats, a variety of tasty sauces on the table, and great slaw. Totally worth it.

I hate writing reviews with no photos to attach, but here I am. Figured it's best to show this…read moreplace some love that's off the beaten path! There are only a handful of businesses in Kittredge, a humble unincorporated town outside of Evergreen and Morrison (closer to the former). And shockingly, most of the businesses are great! This is another creekside restaurant and what's not to love about that? I've never actually dined in, only gotten takeout a few times. Doesn't change the fact that they are doing something right in the kitchen! At Switchback, they have the MEATS. As all good BBQ places should. My last meal consisted of their brisket, sausage, and mac and cheese. I really enjoyed everything I had. The sausage may have been my favorite, it was extremely juicy. Brisket is the best BBQ meat and theirs (even takeout) was tender and tasty. Like many BBQ places, the hours and quantities are limited. And for being in a remote unincorporated town you can't fault them for that. Take a scenic drive out this way and score some yummy 'que!!!

They know everything about coffee and tea! I really enjoy their products. They have great stuff at…read morereasonable prices and are so friendly and helpful. Great gifts too. They are very giving in the community and true neighbors.

Amazing loose leaf tea selection and sweet and helpful staff! Definitely worth the stop if you're…read morepassing through :)