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    The Roost

    4.1 (956 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Steak Frites
    Kara H.

    When we first came in on a Sunday afternoon around 3, the place was totally empty. Despite that, they said we could only sit at the bar or on the rooftop. I was a little irritated, as it was slightly breezy, but I got over that quick once I tried the food. We had the steak frites, the Thai pork tacos, an old fashioned, and the chocolate decadence for dessert. The steak frites were great- the truffle fries were seasoned with garlic, and served with a great cream sauce. The steak was perfectly cooked rare. Super tender. But the tacos absolutely stole the show. Sweet and spicy with a touch of crunch, and the potato fries were stellar too! The old fashioned really let the whiskey shine, with just a touch of citrus. I think I would try a different dessert though- the decadence was good but didn't quite live up to the tacos. The interior was decorated very cute- mid century modern mixed with plants and some neon signs that said cute things. Our server was excellent- very friendly and on top of it. Overall, I would unquestionably come back next time I am in the area, and suggest you go there too. It's totally worth it.

    Interior
    Kevin R.

    Another triple D restaurant and another success. Restaurant is very spacious with seating towards large front windows , upstairs seating and seating area in the back. Service is quick and friendly and the food is fantastic. Portions were perfect for lunchtime. Meals were very economical however the beer is a little pricy...but you don't have to order beer either.

    Joel H.

    The Roost has become one of my new favorites in Longmont, Colorado. My wife and I were on our way to a play in Greeley Colorado, and decided to stop at The Roost for dinner beforehand. I'm glad we did because I really enjoyed this place. The decor was nice and food was even better. My wife and I got the steak frites and the Thai tacos. My favorite was the Thai tacos and it's one of the best tacos I've ever had. It had so much flavor and the the perfect balance of spicy and sweet. The steak frites had truffle fries covered in steak and some type of gravy. The steak was so tender and juicy. We also got some sweet potato fries and those were good as well and came with some honey mustard sauce that had the perfect amount of horseradish in it. The service was fast and the waitress was super helpful and talked in detail about her favorite dishes. You know the place is good when the employees get excited about talking about the food they serve. I will definitely be back the next time I'm in Longmont.

    Polenta Bites and Bangin' Cauliflower
    Meghan D.

    For as many times as I've been to Longmont over the years, this is the first time I've been to the roost and I feel like I've kinda missed out! It's so cute and seems like a perfect date night/girls' night place to grab dinner and drinks. I came in for a late lunch with my best friend on a Saturday recently right around Halloween. It wasn't busy at all (we admittedly came at a semi awkward time lol) so we were seated and helped right away. One of the first things I noticed about the place were the decorations and furniture. It was so cute!! I loved the decor and the tables had really nice pillows on the chairs, which was a great touch. The menu has a pretty good variety of different types of food; some more traditional selections - like the cheeseburger I got - and other items that I haven't seen before, like the polenta squares my friend ordered. This place seems like a really popular dinner spot and feels like it'd be perfect for a date or dinner with a few close friends. We were helped quickly, and despite our taking forever to decide what we wanted because we couldn't stop talking, the meals came out quickly and plates were hot and looked great. My friend had been here before and really liked the Buffalo cauliflower, but said she also really enjoyed the polenta. My burger was super tasty too and hit the spot for me lol. It was cooked well and very fresh tasting. Pricing is pretty reasonable, but I'd guess the bill would easily and quickly get high with drinks and whatnot if you're in a group or on a date or whatever. Parking seems like it might get a little crazy during peak busy time, but there is a lot of street and lot parking in the general vicinity (along the main drag) if you're okay with a short walk to the restaurant. Overall good! I'd like to try and get back here to taste some other menu items but enjoyed my time!

    Bangin' Cauliflower
    Jessica W.

    Ambiance was very calm and relaxing. The service was prompt and wonderful. And the food was spectacular. Went here because Google reviews show it much higher rated than on Yelp, my husband and I went and we agree with the 4.5 star rating that is on Google far more than the lower rating here. We had the Bangin' Cauliflower and Salmon as the entree and both were great tasting and a good shareable size.

    The Main entrance is on the side of the building.
    Derek W.

    Had a great gathering with coworkers at the Roost while visiting Longmont. It's in a great area with other eating establishments nearby but I would definitely recommend trying this one. Parking can be a bit of a challenge but if you get there earlier, you should have not problem. I had the steak frites and it was delicious...had a hard time choosing as the menu had allot of great choices. Our waiter was awesome and was very helpful with the menu. We ate in the back were the building has a few larger doors which added to the cool ambiance of the place. Recommended!

    Becki H.

    We had reservations to celebrate two birthdays down the street and were greeted there by locked doors and no lights. Knowing that The Roost was a block away, we walked down, hoping that they would be open and have room for our group of seven. Shockingly, they did have room, and we were seated immediately in the bar area! Our server was at the side of our table right away and took our drink orders. It was pretty loud in there (not their fault - they were the only restaurant on the street that seemed to be open and were PACKED), but we had a great time catching up while we sipped our spicy Bloody Mary's. I ordered the Chilean Salmon that comes with a saffron cream, orange salsa, pesto farro and roasted cauliflower and was greeted with the largest piece of salmon I've ever received at a restaurant. It was delicately seasoned and flaky, and the citrus salsa and creamy sauce was a perfect complement. The pesto farro was al dente and studded with roasted carrots and peppers, as well as tender kabocha squash and cauliflower. I ended up having to get a to go box to take home another meal's worth of food. We received a complimentary dessert and opted for the gluten free Chocolate Decadence so the entire table could partake since we were all over stuffed and ready to roll out of there. Great service, delicious food and a HUGE thank you to them for being open and willing to take our large group!

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    Excellent and unusual food and cocktails! Fun ambiance on the Main Street in Longmont. Recommend this restaurant!

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    4 years ago

    Excellent food. Excellent service. I love the bartenders. Casual atmosphere try this restaurant.

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    Great restaurant! Super fast service and delicious. Glad I chose them for my birthday celebration!

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    4 years ago

    This restaurant has delicious farm fresh food. The menu has great variety and the staff is very professional, prompt and helpful.

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    4 years ago

    Great vibe, variety of patios and wonderful food. Plus, plenty of parking at the rear of the building.

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    4 years ago

    Whiskey Wednesdays! Great vibe, nice variety on the menu. Everything is pretty good- except the lettuce wraps: pretty flavorless.

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    5 years ago

    Steak Frites is the best I have ever had! I also love that this business supports foster care and adoption. Great patios!!

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    Great service and unique food menu. Loved the area so I plan on going back when I am in that area of town

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    6 years ago

    Love Whiskey Wednesdays. Throw in the banging cauliflower and you got a good match. They just need to get some Smithwicks.

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    Great service, great food, nice people. We're happy to have them in our little village.

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    4 years ago

    I love the Roost. Their rooftop bar is the best in the city. Everything I've ordered has always been great.

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    Does The Roost have elevator access to the roof for handicapped people?

    No - unfortunately, access to the rooftop patio at The Roost is by stairs only. They do have a lovely, open air back patio that doesn't require any stairs!

    Is there handicapped parking nearby?

    There are handicapped slots in the parking lot behind the restaurant.

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    Braised Shortrib; gnocchi verde with grilled chicken.
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