Great food and cute place. Family owned. Tiny place. Price was about 25% too high but they are…read moresmall and open only on the weekends. So I get it. Don't let the overpriced menu scare you off. It's a good experience.

Stopped in here for a pre-hike breakfast. Very indescript so keep your eyes open, or you'll miss…read moreit! However, once you find this place, you'll find the outside is nice and quaint, like going to Grandma's house for breakfast. The interior is small but nice, and decorated all over with little nicknacks. Everything is clean, including the bathroom. The people inside are all small town nice chatty folk, customers and staff alike. Don't let the older waitress scare ya, she looks mean, but she's actually very nice. The food: It doesn't seem like a lot at first, but what you get is actually plenty of food for the price. We filled up with just a basic plate of omelet and pancakes and some coffee. I will say that the pancakes are pretty dense, they could definitely use some fluffing, but everything has good flavor, including the coffee! I would definitely go back if I were back in the area for another hike.

I've driven by this hole-in-the-wall dozens of times over the years, as it sits on the outskirts of…read moreRocky Mountain National Park. After one of my go-to nearby restaurants closed down, I decided to venture here for a burger. This place rocks! Boss Burgers and Gyros reminds me of a classic dive that we all know and love. Nothing fancy, no frills, no fuss, no pretentiousness, just tasty food at an affordable price. You order at the counter and the cashier gives you a table number. Plenty of outdoor seating with some indoor seating as well. This place gets pretty busy, but the staff hustles. Kitchen is cranking out relatively quick ticket times so you don't have to wait that long at all. For a cheeseburger with bacon and jalapeños and an order of cheese fries, this was $14 and change. And I added the bacon and jalapeños to the burger! In Denver, this would be $25, haha. The cheese fries (small) were really enough for two people. So you get your money's worth after a day exhausting yourself at RMNP. Burger was great. I added some mustard to mine at the table. It comes with LTO, ketchup, and mayo. This tastes like what you want at a backyard BBQ. Served on a red plastic tray with paper lining, this mom and pop place dishes humble food without breaking the bank. Bacon was crispy, cheese was melty, I had no complaints! Only knock on the cheese fries were that they desperately needed salt. It's not the best burger place of all time, but it doesn't need to be. These are the types of places I love supporting. Will return and maybe try an elk dog next time!

Stopped in for lunch after visiting RMNP. The burgers were…read moregood. Had a lot of choices. Typical burger joint food. Fries, burgers, sandwich, onion rings, drinks, shakes. It's got covered seating outside and plenty of tables. You order at the counter and then get your food. Was hoping for fresh , hand cut fries but they had the frozen ones. They were still good. We had burgers and fried pickles. There is a couple little tables where you can get your condiments after you get your food. The workers were friendly . Was good but would probably try a new place next time.

best(and only) bison burgers ever. fun atmosphere and cool drinks. Lowkey eat here. The staff were…read moreso nice.

We love Bird and Jim! It's one of our favorite restaurants in Estes Park. It has really good…read morevibes, amazing service, and delicious food. We love all of the different seating options; great bar, comfortable lounge area, chef's counter, cute patio and nice dining room. The food is always so good. The Hallets Peak Bowl is always my go-to. Fresh, healthy, and delish. The parking is not ideal; they have small parking lots on both sides of the restaurant. I've also read that their lots are full, locals recommend parking along High Drive, just past the county road sign and then walking 2-3 min to the restaurant. Enjoy!

We love it here ! Salads with corn and salsa, the burrito bar during certain hours, tortas,…read morebreakfast sandwiches ( we like to add avocado to the sausage muffin) and of course the burgers! I always get the single spicy Mario. Maybe someday I'll branch out but why mess with perfection! So good. And sometimes so spicy! Those jalapeños can get ya. Yum. Try a milkshake!

Okay the smashed burger with brioche bun and perfect fries. Whew!!! I've got to admit I was leary…read moreof a gas station burger place. I see why this was voted the best. Sorry no pics but take my word for it. Yummm!

This gem of a place we happened to find out about on Facebook…read more We had the New York Strip steak with mashed Yukon gold potatoes and broccoli along with some fettuccini Alfredo. The food was delicious and the atmosphere is reminiscent of a classic ski lodge. The staff is friendly and the whole vibe is so relaxed! We will make this our go to when we come into town .

The Rock Inn was a great respite for great food after spending the day in RMNP. Sam A was an…read moreexcellent and attentive server who provided good suggestions and fast (but not rushed) service. We started with the Devils on Horseback (bacon wrapped figs) appetizer which was tasty. We ordered a couple flights of local beers, and then dove into our main courses which included (2) Gold Canyon burgers, bison marinara and pasta calypso. Each was cooked to perfection and very flavorful. We were stuffed... but that did not stop us from order some yummy bread pudding. This is a great place with local charm, good music and fantastic wait staff.

Great BBQ and service after a day in Rocky Mountain National Park…read more Great BBQ and service after a day in Rocky Mountain National Park.

We decided to eat a Smokin' Dave's BBQ after a long day hiking at RMNP. We visited a bit after 6PM…read moreon a Sunday in the pouring rain and even though we thought it was shoulder season, the place was absolutely packed. We were quoted a 35-40 minute wait time. Since the waiting area was completely full we decided to go back to the car. Luckily, they use a waitlist system that sends updates via cellphone. It ended up only taking 20 minutes, and soon we sat inside to order. The food took about 15 minutes to arrive: Smokin' Bison Ribs ($29) - This entree comes with ribs, two sides, and a cornbread muffin. Bison Ribs - Three huge ribs decorate the top of the plate. According to the menu, they try to provide two pounds of meat - I'm not 100% sure it's that much, but it is a substantial portion nonetheless. The meat is moist and while not fall-off-the-bone, courtesy of a very thick layer of silver skin attaching the meat to the bone, is tender enough to be easy to eat. The ribs are slathered in a blackberry bbq sauce. It's not nearly as sweet or fruity as the name suggests. Instead, the flavors are very complementary and work so well together with the fabulously smoky and somewhat charred flavor of the ribs. (5/5) Side 1: Southern Corn Bake Casserole - This includes tender sweet corn kernels in a very creamy sauce with some green chile, giving a small bit of vegetal heat. It's similar to a richer creamed corn with a bit of heat. (4/5) Side 2: Red Beans and Rice - Tender beans that remain whole rather than falling apart into a mushy mass, reside on top of a very small amount of soft rice. Honestly the rice is almost vestigial here given the amount of beans on top. It's all in a very rich and savory sauce filled with celery. (4/5) Cornbread - This is a moist cornbread muffin with a couple of whole corn kernels inside. It's sweet but not as sweet as a dessert. (4/5) Dave's Double Platter ($22) - This entree comes with the choice of two meats, two sides, and a cornbread muffin. Meat 1: Brisket - A pink smoke ring surrounds pieces of lean, pale colored brisket flat. The meat arrives in a puddle of juices and seems to have plenty of black pepper embedded in the crust, but not any particular bark, making it seem like the brisket will be moist and tender. Unfortunately, the opposite is true - it's mostly dry with only superficial moisture on the exterior. I feel like they store pieces of brisket immersed in vats of the meat juices and keep it heated through service. They rest there until someone orders the brisket, then chunks are lifted out and sliced to order. All the moisture seems to be sucked out - on the first bite I could tell that I needed to eat the brisket in bbq sauce. Still, while dry, it's not too tough and it does have a good level of smoke. (3/5) Meat 2: Pulled Pork - The pulled pork has the same issues as the brisket and the same upsides: dry, with only superficial moisture, no bark, good smoke ring. Strangely they provided a piece of very light colored pork that wasn't shredded and was actually really tough and completely dried out. At least the darker meat shredded pieces are small enough to immerse in the meat juices to remoisten. (3/5) Side 1: Jalapeno Hush Puppies - These spherical fried corn fritters are stuffed with jalapenos, giving enough heat for the mouth to tingle. The texture is very dense, moist (especially due to the addition of onion), and smooth, making it seem homemade rather than commercial. For some reason, the center of each hush puppy has a void. They are fried well, giving a good crisp on the exterior. (5/5) Side 2: BBQ Baked Beans - These are very tender mixed beans in a very sweet sauce. I'd say very similar in sweetness level to canned beans. There are some small pieces of bacon mixed in to spice things up. (3/5) Cornbread - Interestingly not baked as much as the one that came with the bison ribs, making it much paler in color. I guess they aren't that consistent at baking these. Otherwise it could be due to hotter or colder spots in the oven? Other than the bison ribs, the other barbecue items are kind of meh. At least the sides are mostly good. Portion sizes are large but not comically big. We had enough leftovers for one meal the next day. When we left a bit after 7:30 PM, the place was still completely full and there were still people in the waiting room. Seems like a very popular place for dinner! Bathrooms - Two larger rooms/multiple stalls, one for men, one for women.

Great food, fast service. Plenty of space for a big group. Plenty of parking. Indoor/outdoor space.read more

Been here few times and as long as you forget you're at a bowling alley. Just checkout the menu as…read moreany other restaurant and take a seat outside and take in the incredible views and realize this place has pretty dang good food. Super friendly staff and a really good buffalo chicken sandwich great fries, unique daily homemade egg rolls, yeah it's worth coming just for the food

**GET PIE HERE** OHHHH SOOOO DELICIOUS! I got the cherry pie and an apple pie. WOW!!! The crust was…read moreso buttery and delicious. The fruit was plenty and perfectly tart and sweet. The apple pie was delicious! The employees were super nice and helpful! I only wish they had more of a variety of T-shirt Merch!

We had to stop and get some of their cherry hand pies! Oh wow, so delicious!…read more We will definitely be back the next time we are visiting from Missouri.

This is a terrific place to eat that is so close to the RMNP (Rocky Mountain National Park)…read more This is our Go To whenever we come to town. The atmosphere is warm and the service is terrific! we love the breakfast menu .

I really loved the restaurant service and atmosphere. The servers were very kind and helped us with…read moredeciding on entrees. I recommend the fish tacos for a quick bite. Nice spot to visit in the rocky mountains!

Positive Drinks were good…read more Great view. Prices were fair. Staff was great and friendly. Only a few issues: My prime rib was slightly overcooked--ordered medium, but it came closer to well done and a bit dry. My wife's ribs were a bit oversalted. Still good overall. Overall 4 star.

Dinner at Twin Owls Steakhouse after a fresh snowfall felt like pure snowy Estes magic. The views…read morewere unbelievable -truly one of the most beautiful settings for dinner in Estes Park. Service was outstanding and the food was exceptional. We had the bacon-wrapped scallops, a wedge salad, and the filet -easily one of the best we've had. Twin Owls is truly a gem in Estes Park. The combination of incredible food, warm hospitality, and that magical mountain setting makes it a must-visit.