We went in right before they closed and the employees were still super attentive. They offered a…read morelot of unique flavors which was great. I got a regular (2 scoops) of chocolate chip cookie dough in a waffle bowl. They gave me an extra scoop! It was incredibly good. It was a small shop, but it's better to take your ice cream and sit down by the river anyways. Such a great ice cream stop in Salida!

Cute little ice cream shop right in DT Salida next to the Boathouse restaurant. Really enjoyed the…read morelocal made ice cream flavors! They have a case of baked goods and beverages to supplement your treats. I got the raspberry macaroon which was super delicious. Highly recommend for post dinner dessert for the family.

Great ole fashion pharmacy and old time soda fountain! Love…read morethe layout and rustic interior. Can get a treat while getting your prescriptions or medical needs. They have a dairy free chocolate shake that is out of this world.

The ambiance of this spot alone is worth the visit! It's…read moreunique to have a pharmacy and soda fountain shop all-in-one. It feels like a step back in time in the absolute best way! Points for the fun atmosphere! I ordered a cherry ice cream float and they made everything in house. 1. The ice cream was to dieeee for! So creamy and just what you'd want out of a vanilla soft ice cream. 2. The cherry soda lacked flavor. It felt like I was sipping bubbly water. Maybe next time I'll order with extra syrup? Or forgo the soda part & stick to ice cream only. Overall, this was a pleasant experience & something to check out on your visit to Salida!

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.

Every time we stop in Salida, this is one of the places I have to visit. I love getting a coffee…read more(honey lavender latte this time) and walking around the shop looking at the local goods! The aesthetic is on point and everything is carefully curated - love the selection of cards they have, as well as food items and health/beauty/random gifts. Their hours are also nice - we were looking for coffee after skiing all day and was nice they were still open at 4PM to grab a coffee. The latte as always was excellent and my friend liked her cappuccino as well!

Definitely a top-tier specialty coffee shop and gift store. They serve Corvus coffee, a renowned…read morecoffee roaster out of Denver. The staff are friendly and welcoming and are knowledgeable about the coffee they sell. We tried the Iced Nitro coffee, Ice flash coffee, Golden Milk and Santo Palo latte. All the drinks were excellent. We especially liked the Nitro and Flash brewed coffee. The profile was rich, full body and balanced; very refreshing and drinkable. The Nitro was, of course, a bolder, richer flavor of the two. They were some of the best iced coffees I've tasted. The shop offers many varieties of whole bean, single origin and blended coffees from Corvus Rosters; which they will gladly grind for you. They also have lots of specialty food, body products, and gift items for sale along with a vinyl record section. For excellent coffee, friendly service and a nice shop to browse while waiting for your drinks, Howl Mercantile is awesome. They also have a few tables indoors and outside.

The coffee shop that's named dog related and isn't dog friendly is total BS . I entered and they…read moresaid "service dogs" only without asking or bother seeing verification or anything first. Don't name your coffee shop a dog related if you r ain't a dog friendly spot

We had ice cream here and it was wonderful. The service was outstanding. The two girls behind the…read morecounter were very friendly and helped a gentleman who had left his cell phone outside. They had a lot of baked goods for sale and they all looked amazing. The ambience was really nice and tables inside and outside.

We couldn't have been happier with our choice of Blue Truck Ice Cream for our wedding! From the…read morevery start, Cindy and her team were incredibly communicative and accommodating, ensuring that all of our guests' allergies were taken into account. The variety of flavors available was impressive, and everyone found something they enjoyed! The adorable 50's car and vintage outfits added a charming touch that made our special day even more memorable. Our guests couldn't stop raving about the ice cream and the friendly service; they loved snapping photos with the truck, which became a delightful backdrop for many of our wedding pictures. A particularly touching moment was when Cindy graciously set up a picture of my husband's late grandparents next to the truck. His grandparents adored ice cream, and knowing that they left him money for dessert at his wedding made having Blue Truck Ice Cream there even more special. Overall, the kindness and dedication of the Blue Truck Ice Cream team truly made our dessert a sweet ending to an unforgettable day. We wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking to add a unique and heartfelt touch to their event!

From the owner: Blue Truck is all about smiles, vintage vibes and lots of friends! Our family and our ice cream…read moretruck have been in the same area since before 1950! We really care about our community, neighbors and our friends! We offer options for everyone, dairy free, vegan, vegetarian and more. Our truck has ice cream sandwiches, bomb pops, strawberry shortcake bars, froz'n fruit bars and more! We drive around selling ice cream around town! Wave us down by putting two arms in the air and wave! We're here to share smiles with you! We do special events! We do special parties! Drop us a line at www.bluetruckicecream.com for more information or to chat!

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.

A nice polite, young man such a fun experience! I first walk in and I'm greeted by this young man…read morewith hello welcome to Senior Murphy although he had friends in the back of the store was such a fun and delightful time Shout out, Nate!!!!!!

Salida is a cute little city. We came here after white water rafting and wanted dessert. Got Irish…read morecream and champagne truffles. They were ok but nothing exceptional. Service was good and store had a lot of variety of chocolates.

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

After a delectable beer tasting/tour at Elevation Brewery we stopped here for a quick snack. I had…read morepassed it during my previous trip to Salida and was really excited to stop, not to mention I adore the business name. I had the hot fudge sundae while Mom an Dad enjoyed cones of soft serve. The hot fudge was really delicious and I was happy for the snack. Also, soft serve ice cream isn't always easy to find so I was super happy. The menu featured a wide variety of items (from ice-cream to dim sum - seriously). It's a crowd pleaser for sure! I'll definitely be stopping back in when I am back in Salida.

This has to be the first roadside ice cream stand I've seen that serves Pad Thai! The burgers were…read morenot good at all (obviously just frozen patties), though they were served on surprisingly good wheat buns. The portion of fries that comes with the burger is rather small. I loved the Thai Iced Tea, it was perfect for a hot day. The lady who runs it was very friendly, so I'd recommend stopping here if you're in the mood for Asian food on your travels.