Delicious, creative food. Tasted fresh and homemade. Rose…read morematcha latte was so good and not too sweet. Hot mess was the best thing on the menu in our opinion but everything was great. Service was quick.

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.

Never disappoints. Great coffee (my fav in Salida), tasty eats (OG burrito!), and wonderful people…read more(my favorite part?). Go get all three and seize your day.

First of all, this is a walk in and order at the counter and pick up at the counter type place…read more Staff was super friendly and nice. The food was absolutely amazing! Everything was so delicious. One thing I didn't like was that we were there a few minutes before 11:30 and were only allowed to order lunch. The lunch menu is very limited, and they were out of some items. We had soup, and it was really really good. There are only a few tables inside and more tables outside on the patio, so we sat outside. They have no bathrooms. That was a big bummer. Had to go somewhere else and make a purchase at that other place to be able to use a restroom somewhere else.

Would have never found this place if it weren't for Yelp. Doesn't look like a restaurant from the…read moreroad. Order first and then find a seat was odd, but ended up being very efficient. Bennys were great - the traditional one and especially the corned beef one. Everything perfectly prepared, including the hash browns. Cinnamon roll was the icing on the cake. Highly recommend for breakfast.

Very pretty view right on the river. The food was delicious and the staff was very friendly!read more

The mojo at Mojo's Eatery is strong…read more Cruising into Salida and did a quick search for some eats and the nearest establishment appeared Mojo's Eatery. Pulled into the parking lot and electric vehicle chargers were like towers of hope for the power-deprived traveler. The menu looked limited. Was there for lunch. Breakfast menu looks extensive and good. Ordered a burger and turkey club and iced tea. Overall it's great. There were so many people with dogs or multiple dogs that sitting peacefully in the exterior seating area wasn't that peaceful as bickering alpha dogs tried to act dominant by whelping and arguing with each other. Wasn't a fan of the barking and screeching and loudness that lasted the entirety of the meal while observing the dog owners either oblivious to the mayhem or ignoring it while swiping on their janky iPhones. I won't dock points in this review due to the dog drama. It is what it is. Salida is a wicked dog-friendly town. I will return for breakfast. You should also. You'll be glad you did.

Great place. Went for breakfast. Very creative menu. We chose biscuits and gravy and avocado toast…read more I subbed the sausage for bacon. As you can see, beautiful presentation. I liked that the biscuits were small and filled with cheese and green chili. The whole wheat bread for the avocado toast was a really nice. Service was fast and friendly. You order at the counter. Plenty of places to sit outside or inside. Highly recommend.

Romeo's Café in Salida has quickly become our go-to breakfast spot. We come up every other weekend…read moreto visit family, and it's kind of a tradition for my fiancé and I to try a breakfast place--whether it's something simple like Waffle House or somewhere new. This one really stood out. It has that great local, small-town feel without being overly expensive like some spots can be. The menu has plenty of solid options, everything we've tried has been really good, and the pricing is very reasonable for the quality you get. One of my favorite touches is the coffee setup--they bring out an insulated carafe, so you can refill your cup whenever you want without waiting on a server. It's such a small thing, but it makes the whole experience feel more relaxed and enjoyable. Between the quality, the pricing, and the service, this place really checks all the boxes for us. It's officially part of our weekend routine now whenever we're in town. If you're in Salida and looking for a great breakfast with good value and a welcoming atmosphere, I'd definitely recommend stopping by.

This was a quaint, adorable diner to stop at for breakfast. The service was good, we just got a…read morecouple of combo plates with a mix of breakfast foods. I really loved the vintage look of the place!

Place is closed down, yet they still show up as open and you can reserve a table online - the…read morereservation is for the new place (but you done find out until you show up). Not the same menu.

We happened to stop by La Terrazza on our way out of town. Boy do I wish we had discovered them…read moreearlier! My cappuccino had to be the best and most flavorful cup of coffee we have ever had! We frequent Salida every six months and will definitely be returning to this lovely little spot. Looking forward to having a full blown breakfast there. The plates I did see looked AMAZING

Best new addition to Salida. Great coffee, great service and just a nice space! There PSL is…read moreperfectly balanced. 100% will be back.

Some breakfast menu items were not available, other ingredients were out. Not my favorite coffee…read moreexperience.

Such and easy and affordable stop for a snack, bev, or slice at a delicious and convenient location…read morejust off the river in Downtown Salida. Take a long hike on the S Mountain trails and wrap up your workout with a slice by the river, you can't lose. There's also live music here on the weekends, always enjoyable.

Visited Salida for a week and came here numerous times for pizza, coffee, beer and ice cream…read more Friendly service and reasonable prices. The pepperoni pizza slices were big and had a nice crisp crust. They often have a singer/guitarist performer playing. Informal, good for children and dogs. The ice cream was really flavorful and the lattes were good too.

Always, always, always the BEST! The owners make the experience fun and the food is incredible…read more Sweet or savory, their crepes are superb. Well done and thanks again, Bill

If you are looking for the best breakfast in the city, look no further. I ordered the breakfast…read morebacon crepe and it was absolutely phenomenal. You can tell immediately that this isn't your average food truck, the owner is a chef from France, and that expertise shines through in every bite. The texture of the crepe was perfection: soft and delicate on the inside, but with a golden, crispy exterior and a savory cheese crisp on the outside that took it to the next level. The flavors were perfectly balanced and completely on point. It's rare to find this level of culinary skill at a food truck. highly recommended!

Lovin' Spoonful is not so much a restaurant as it is a food truck. It seems to be a rather…read morepermanent fixture at this location, right next to Sub-Culture Cyclery. (The address is approximate.) It has a couple of outdoor tables and a tarp to keep the sun and frequent afternoon downpours off its customers. Lovin' Spoonful offers a four or five specials daily...sandwiches mostly, with salads on the side. We've eaten there twice, and both times got a very fresh sandwich and side salad. Our favorite was the falafel & hummous sandwich. It was piled high with two or three large falafel balls and tons of veggies. It was served on a nice, crusty, home-made pita. Definitely worth checking out if you want to sit outside or take food back to your place.

Amazing food truck next to Elevation Beer Co. Loaded Italian sausage lasagna with crisp grilled…read moreveggies and Texas toast for just 7 bucks and a delish pork tamale with fresh salsa and chips for 3 bucks. This will definitely be a regular stop for me!!