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.

We stopped here on a trip to Salida after a river walk and I was very impressed with their garlic…read morenaan, the owners/staff were very kind, the service was quick and the pricing was average. Unfortunately their chicken tikka masala fell short on flavor and the chicken was on the dryer side. The beef momos tasted and looked like they were store bought (balls of beef rather than uniform filling and dripping with oil). The chutney it was served with almost tasted like salsa which I wasn't a huge fan of but that's probably personal preference. The hot sauce they serve is more like a spicy oil. The restaurant itself is nothing fancy and looks to be more popular for takeout but it's very homey with each table having a map of Nepal and lots of Nepalese decor. I wanted to love this very clearly family run spot but it fell short for me.

Food came out fast and fresh. Employees were welcoming and gave suggestions. Ambiance is unique and…read morebeautiful on it's own. Food is tasty and filling. We got naan, tika masala, and the curry. As well as lassi and chai tea to drink. We love going to the one in crested butte and were happy we could have a last taste before home. My hubby and I both agree the one in CB is tastier, but the portions and presentation is better in Salida. Pricing is similar.

Salida is a town that feels meticulously arranged by a diorama enthusiast with a penchant for the…read morefrontier. Nestled among the peaks of the Sawatch Range, where tumbleweeds might theoretically roll if they weren't caught in the spokes of a passing bicycle, sits an establishment of peculiar perfection: The Biker & The Baker. My compass has unerringly pointed to their door every single time I visit Salida over the past five years. It is a tradition forged in sugar and chain grease, where the rugged American West meets the precision of French pastry. Pairing high-desert riding with artisanal baking seems like a recipe for a pile-up, but the execution here is a sweet ride. You will find aerodynamic cyclists sitting elbow-to-elbow with flannel-draped modern prospectors, united by a singular quest for butter. The Biker handles the gears, the Baker handles the tiers. They aren't just coasting on charm; they are pedaling toward culinary triumph, baking up a storm that rivals the monsoons over the Arkansas River. The confections are miniature monuments to indulgence. I have routinely panned for gold in this valley, but the true motherlode is their lemon tart--a symmetrical marvel of citrus striking like a high-noon sun. Their charcuterie boards are arranged with the geometric exactitude of a surveyor mapping a railroad. Whether you are gearing up to summit Mount Shavano or recovering from a grueling promenade, this sanctuary provides the requisite fuel. It is the exceedingly charming destination itself.

Great good for pastry and breakfast! Nice location and…read moredecoration of the interior and outside. You can sit up on the roof area with a nice scenic view of the city of Salida. The staff attended to us very quickly and professionally. They were there too serve and make sure we were taken care of. By the way it was even more special since it was Father's Day!