Went here when visiting Idaho springs. I absolutely loved the restaurants decor and vibe, it was…read morecalm and quiet but had nice music on in the background. Our server was very kind and checked in on us a lot The food was delicious! It was affordable, simple, and a good portion size aka it wasn't too much and just the right amount!! I love supporting local businesses and would highly recommend this place to anyone !

My son and I are enchilada addicts -- we order them at every small town we pass through on road…read moretrips in hopes of finding one even better than the previous one. The Azteca did not disappoint! The red sauce on the chicken enchilada was particularly savory, complex and absolutely delicious, and the chicken moist and flavorful. I am a vegetarian and ordered their vegetarian enchilada plate -- it too was delicious, with spinach, onions and mushrooms perfectly sautéed and a green sauce that complimented without overpowering. And then there is the horchata: creamy, rich, and vanilla-forward. They make it in-house from scratch, unlike that awful powdery stuff so many restaurants use. The salsa and chips were also perfect -- fresh chips, salsa was roasted tomatoes ans again had a perfect flavor balance. The only thing we missed was the flan! Evidently it was so popular it sold out. Next time! The waitress and hostess here were also so kind and accommodating, let us charge our phones as our car charger isn't working and we still have 2 hours to drive! To those reviewers complaining about slow service, I can only say that slow food is good food -- it means the kitchen is preparing everything from scratch. Slow down and enjoy!

This place is great, a cozy local tavern with nice selection of food and drinks. It had decent…read moreservice for a random Wednesday afternoon, with nice cool indoor seating or shaded outdoor seating. Of their ciders we had, my favorite was the hibiscus cider and the peach cider, but they also have a good selection beers if ciders aren't your thing. For food we got their Ruben and their Flat-iron Steak. The Ruben was awesome, the sauce was a bit on the sweeter side, but it tasted good while drinking the ciders. But the highlight for me was their flat-iron steak, its a simple cut but it was one of the best steaks I've had in recent memory. I'm not kidding when I say it was on par if not better than a a lot of the steakhouses I've been to, it was perfectly cooked and seasoned, and comes with a solid chimichurri sauce. TLDR: great local tavern with great food and good selection of drinks.

After riding the new Mighty Argo Cable Car, we ventured into downtown Idaho Springs to explore and…read morehave lunch. We stopped at Clear Creek Cidery & Eatery because we liked their outdoor seating. The weather was perfect for enjoying a nice, shaded outdoor lunch. Our group of six all ordered water for drinks. The server brought us filled glasses and then told us if we wanted any refills, we could get them ourselves from the big cooler jug outside. Um...okay. The rest of the service was pretty much the same -- apathetic. We ordered a flight of beer for the four adults at the table. It was about $30 and came with about 15 small glasses of cider, one of each flavor they served. We shared it and got to sample everything that way. I ordered the Cider Burger (medium rare) with fries as my side. It came out medium well, which instantly ruins and dries out any good burger experience. The fries were tepid as well. I don't think we even saw our server again until the end, and even then we had to wait for awhile for the check. So, overall, It was just an okay experience. If I'm in the Idaho Springs area again, I wouldn't return to Clear Creek Cidery & Eatery. I'd definitely explore other options.

Food is wonderful. I am a sucker for Yuca fries and the ones at Mariposa do not disappoint. Their…read morenewer item; an appetizer of latin inspired shrimp scampi are delicious. And kissed by the fire grill. I would not order the so called char broiled care asada, as the kitchen pre slices the beef, so it doesn't actually get a char grill. It's a sad expression of a charrasco. All cook should have knives to slices a properly cooked steak, one would think. One major frustration is the fact that the open kitchen staff are blasting their own music whilst the Spanish guitar trio is also playing. While perhaps those sitting farther in the restaurant cannot hear the kitchen staff music. Those at the bar fale and the communal table behind the bar are going to be annoyed by having to listen to music by a kitchen staff that should not be having music playing. It is an open concept kitchen! The bartender Tyler did an excellent job of explaining the menu with descriptions and suggestions based upon my tastes. And assisted when items didn't meet expectations though. Monarch and Mariposa are lucky to have him!

This goes into my list of top ten meals of all time! We received a text ten minutes before our…read morereservation time stating that our table was ready so we would have time to walk across the casino. We arrived and the host showed us immediately to a table, but we requested the bar since there were still seats available. The restaurant was romantic and dark, with an open kitchen so you could watch the chefs create their magic. Tyler was our bartender, server, and entertainer that evening, and helped explain the menu to us, which included a tablet with pictures and descriptions of each meal so you wouldn't be left guessing. He also kept us laughing and we ended up staying longer than planned (and ordering a LOT more than we had planned) because we were enjoying his conversation so much. To start us off with drinks, at Tyler's recommendation, I went for the Smoke Signal (I'm a sucker for Mezcal) and loved the balance of alcohol, smoke and sweetness. Our appetizers were the Fry Bread Esquites - pillowy fry bread topped with perfectly seasoned charred corn, cotija and zesty chipotle aioli, and the Pan Seared Shrimp served with blue corn tortillas, guacamole and the most delicious tomato macha. The shrimp aren't completely peeled, so beware there is more than the tails to remove! For the main meal we split the Pork Tomahawk - the most expensive thing on the menu (besides the steak offerings), and it was worth it! The most tender and moist pork I've ever had, with sweet potato purée, grilled mushrooms, fresh broccolini and a sweet honey chipotle sauce. We were too full for dessert (I honestly haven't consumed so much in one sitting, but it was too good to stop!), but we were able to fit in one more drink at the end. I chose the Sweet Venom, recommended by Tyler, which was a sweeter drink with a floater of Tingala which makes your tongue go numb. Tyler offered us a little splash of the Tingala on its own which was a fun experience! It was a pricey meal for sure, but worth more than every cent we spent. Highly recommend the dishes and beverages we got, and if you're lucky enough to snag a seat at the bar when Tyler is working, you're guaranteed to have a great night!

Great legacy microbrew right in Central City! No need to venture far from town when you got a…read morecasino and brewery in one! Located off the Main Street, parking free in back. The bartender was friendly and chatty, and was from another country so he was eager to talk. They have a two part building, with a nice large downstairs too. The brewery has been going for over thirty years, which is a lifetime for this industry. The beer selection was fairly limited compared to the dozens you get at some breweries. They had basically one offering of each type (stout, ipa, lager, ect). There's recipes seem to have been going for years and they have all sorts of old labels from decades ago. Lots of video poker machines if that's your thing, and a cool swag shop. The rest 2/3 of the building is more your typical independent casino. I opted for the Chocolate Stout, and it was fantastic! Never know what you'll get with a new brewery but this was a nice dark beer with lots of malt and sweet Carmel flavor. One of the top stouts I've tried, and I've had a lot! Definitely would be back for that same beer, and to try more!

I first visited Dostal Alley when they opened, during the early years of gaming in Central City. My…read morefamily has deep roots in the area from long before gaming arrived, and we've always made an effort to support local businesses and owners. In those early days, Dostal was a place where people came for a good pizza or sub and enjoyed a little gaming on the side. It was part of the community. Unfortunately, the place today feels like a shell of what it once was. The food has always been average, which is something many customers can accept, but poor and disrespectful service is never acceptable. I brought my concerns to the owner, Lisa, hoping they would be taken seriously, but the response was disappointing and dismissive. It's unfortunate to see a longtime local establishment lose the character it once had. Good food and good ownership go hand in hand, and when both are lacking, customers notice. After many years of supporting Dostal Alley, I won't be returning. Farewell, Dostal Alley.

Stopped by TommyKnocker while we were vacationing in Colorado. They were able to seat our party of…read more9 quickly even with the need for a low top table. Mark was our waiter and he is top notch! Super friendly and knowledgeable about all the beers and food. Food came quickly and was delish! Quick with refills on our drinks and the beer was great too!!

Overpriced tourist trap-Avoid!!…read more Waitress was slow and not in a hurry. It felt like she tried to take on too many tables to get more tip money. However, she could not handle as many tables as she had. The beers were a different price at the table vs the bar. That is very odd. The food was good which is why I am giving 2 stars. The atmosphere and food was nice. But not worth the really bad service.

My dad and I stopped here between morning fishing and afternoon fishing. I had the Italian…read moresandwich. So so so so good. Can't say enough about how good the food was and how friendly the workers were with my dad and I. 6 stars!

Two Brothers Deli has been on Main Street in Idaho Springs for as long as I can remember. My meal…read moreleft more to the imagination, though it's a perfectly fine pitstop for post-hike fuel. Communal style tables, a mini book store, attached to a wine bar. This place has some attractive quirks to make it stand out from the average deli. They have a large menu with sandwiches, wraps, and all day breakfast. I think next time I'd stick with breakfast! CLEAR CREEK CLUB // Lightly peppered pan roasted turkey breast, shaved ham, bacon, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and mayo on sourdough bread. Admittedly, this is a very simple sandwich that anyone could assemble at home, but it's what I was in the mood for! However, the most disappointing aspect for me was the bread. They say it's sourdough, well it tasted like untoasted white bread...I was hungry, I powered through. When an average sandwich at best and a small drip coffee runs you $22, I have some room to question the quality of my experience. I'm grabbing the sandwich, bussing the table, getting the coffee, etc. Not running back here, especially since there are a few places in Idaho Springs I really enjoy going to. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing, I'd be open to giving them another shot in the future!

Stopped by here for a quick bite coming back from Loveland. Easy on/off access from the freeway and…read morefairly quick service through the drive-thru.

I would give it a 0 if i could. Dinner rush with two people working. One guy on the headset…read morewatching the girl prepare food instead of helping. Both moving ridiculously slow. Portions were terrible. If there is a minimum requirement for what should be in a taco, they failed to meet it. 30 dollars for minimal food and terrible service. At least use the money youre saving on ingredients to hire extra staff.

One of my favorite spots in Idaho Springs for a burger and beer. I always get the double…read morecheeseburger. They are thin patties, but not smashed. Has a unique sauce that is more on the mustardy side, but I think it tastes great and goes will with the burger. The fries are excellent - one of those fries when you see them come out with that batter - you know they are going to be great. Atmosphere is great inside and out. Will continue to return and would recommend to anyone in the area

West Bound and Down. The down stands for downer! Ladies…read moretending the bar were acting like they wanted to be anywhere but there. Nice place, but the vibe needs some work.

Pizza was great. Wood fired with thin, crispy crust. Would recommend the Conductor and Spicy…read moreHawaiian.

High marks for friendly staff and quick turnaround on a late-night pickup order. The pizza was…read morefine, but when you're talking about a wood-fired pie, "fine" is disappointing. My wife said it reminded her of a Totino's -- "In a good way" -- but there is no real good way for a restaurant pizza to be compared to frozen pizza. Wanted to love it because we generally love wood-fired pizza.

Kara's service was excellent and attentive. The food was phenomenal as always! Grateful to have a…read morejinya nearby.

First off, please check the quality of your greens and salad based ingredients. My stomach fell out…read moreof me onto to the casino floor. For a TUESDAY night, I didn't anticipate explosive diarrhea. I hid in the bathroom. After ordering and consuming the V fire red opal ramen, which was recommended to me by the young Filipino gentleman at the front host stand, my insides BECAME THE RED FIRE. The one star is for the sake and the fact that I hit my goal weight since college in 2007 after being violently ill in the Ameristar bathroom for several hours. My doctor now says that they think I caught Cyclospora from this restaurant.