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    The Rusty Melon

    3.8 (149 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American, Karaoke
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Hawaiian Burger
    Ella R.

    Stopped in for a quick lunch at The Rusty Melon in Erie, CO & just had to share that the Hawaiian Burger absolutely hit the spot! The vibes of this place were local diner meets dive bar, super fun & very yummy (plus their burger branding is just too cute)! Our server was wonderful, very kind & helpful, would definitely visit again!

    Cheesesteak
    Matty F.

    This is one of my favorite spots in Denver/Erie, CO. I come here every time I'm in town. The staff is always kind and helpful and the atmosphere calm and friendly. The cheesesteak is one of my all time favorites [add banana peppers] and the burger is always juicy and crispy at the same time. I love Rusty Melon and wish there was one in Atlanta.

    Chicken Burger
    Becky J.

    Loved the grilled chicken burger. It was fresh, hot and delicious! The atmosphere is spot on for fun sports bar! The waitstaff were attentive and made sure we had what we needed. It was our second time here and everything was just as good at this fun lil bar and grill in Erie!

    Smothered Smoked Pork Chimichanga.
    Nick V.

    Smothered Smoked Pork Chimichanga. Very good. I will get ground beef next time. Sitting outside was pretty cool. Good service.

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    Meh, kind of a trashy, dive bar feel to it. Was looking for a burger in Erie, and while it was edible, it wasn't great. Wouldn't come back.

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    We hands take out, the food was ready onetime. The staff were friendly. The tasty and a good portion size.

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    Friendly neighborhood restaurant with bar. Food is always delicious and of high quality. All their staff are very friendly and welcoming

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    The balsamic chicken wasn't amazing it but wasn't bad. Staff was friendly and food came out quickly

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    Service is very friendly, but the food is just "meh." I've been here three times and I've never been wowed by the food.

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    We had a lovely dinner out on the back patio. Our server was just the right amount of attentive.

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    24 Carrot Bistro

    24 Carrot Bistro

    4.3
    (461 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    My girlfriend took me and my children here for Father's Day this past weekend. We had reservations,…read morebut was surprised to find the dining room 1/2 to a 1/3rd empty the entire time there. Despite this, the "kitchen was backed up" and received our order roughly 40-45 minutes after we ordered. This was not an issue for me so much as I kind of expected that on Father's Day, but considering the dining room was not packed I assumed this was a staffing issue. I was more annoyed by the fact that after we received our drink order and placed our food order it was another 15-20 minutes until we saw our waiter again. She passed by several times, clearing tables etc and would not make eye contact so I could order more drinks. I was about to go to the bar when she finally showed up. She was very nice but also very absent. I think she may have been working the patio as well, but the other servers inside seemed to be much more attentive to their tables. The food was quite good. I enjoyed the Chicken Fried Steak and eggs quite a bit. I was a little disappointed by the spartan amount of sausage gravy and I asked for the poached eggs medium (firm white and runny yolks), but as in every restaurant, they served be extremely runny whites and yolks. The biggest turn off, however, was the 2% "Operational charge" on the bill. Boulder County now has a minimum wage for tipped employees at $16.82 as well as the expectation of a 20% tip, yet restaurants have the gall to charge these additional fees so that their customers, not the business support their employees. Raise the prices of your products by 2% to cover operational costs like any other business. It is very off-putting to ask your customers to pony up additional funds separately to support your business. When I see these add on charges I will not be supporting your business in the future.

    A real hidden gem in Erie…read more 24 Carrot Bistro is a farm to table restaurant in Erie Colorado making fantastic dishes from local seasonal ingredients. I've been wanting to check this spot out after visiting the equally fantastic Birdhouse close by. We came for brunch on a Sunday, and while they are busy, seating is readily available. First, I have to say that the drinks are fantastic. I got the 24 Carrot Magic, a tequila based drink made with carrot juice. It is perfectly balance and dang smooth. A really perfect drink for brunch. I ordered the Grilled Shrimp and Grits and my wife got the special of the day, chicken and biscuit. The portion size is perfect for both dishes. For the Grilled Shrimp and Grits, the shrimp were perfectly cooked, plump, and juicy and the grits were buttery without being too rich and oily, which perfectly complimented the shrimp. The andouille sausage adds a perfect salty bite to the dish, and the fresh greens and crispy noodle rounds out the dish. As for the chicken and biscuit, the dish came out hot and juice. The biscuit is glazed with a jalapeño honey which compliments the dish perfectly. The biscuit has a nice crisp to it but still fluffy and buttery inside, and I think it's one of the better biscuit in the Denver metro area. The chicken is juicy and perfectly seasoned. Overall, 24 Carrot Bistro is a fantastic restaurant. The brunch menu has many attractive options, and I definitely will be back to try dinner. Additionally, as a farm to table restaurant, their menu changes seasonally and by their dishes on Instagram, this is definitely a restaurant I could see myself returning to check out new seasonal menu items.

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    Birdhouse

    Birdhouse

    4.5
    (342 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    I tiki ramen taco bar... and it somehow works!…read more I've been here many times. I like the tacos, my wife likes the ramen, and we both like the drinks. I like that the menu is constantly changing, so I can always try something new. There are usually a few staples, too. The tacos are priced reasonably so you can try several flavors. Every now and then there's one I don't like as much as the others, but that doesn't ruin the experience. The ramen is priced well for the amount you get, too. The only thing I consistently haven't liked is their guacamole. But I do like their avocado and salsas. They have a decent happy hour and, recently added, a "taco Tuesday." The kids menu options are pretty good, too. The hot dogs are a hit. Sometimes the buttered noodles are, too. The tiki drinks are great fun, and they're always trying something new. In the past, they've put lemonades in fun cups (like the hedgehog cup) so our kids can enjoy a "fancy drink." The service is pretty fast and consistent. They bring you a nice jug of water to help yourself with refills.

    As a big ramen fan, Birdhouse was a pleasant surprise for me. I've had ramen at practically all the…read morewell known spot in Denver, from Katsu Ramen to Ramen Star (RIP) to Tokio. So it was shocking that I found such a good bowl out here in Erie. I got the Hellfire Ramen, a tonkotsu-based ramen served with their house spicy sauce, chili oil, pork shoulder, and a soft boiled egg. The broth was rich and flavorful, the spice level was perfect (quiet hot but still maintaining a good balance of flavors), and the pork shoulder was tender but still has a bit of nice toothsomeness. Overall, this was an excellent bowl of ramen comparable to any of the top spots in Denver. The only slight downside is that the broth was just a tough too salty for my liking, and I would've preferred a soy marinated egg over a soft boiled egg. They have other ramen here was well, such as a chicken-based shio ramen, a regular tonkotsu, and a Thai curry ramen. I definitely would return to try the other ramen. If the other items on this menu is as tasty, I wouldn't hesitate to give them 5 stars.

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    Entry toward kitchen
    Miso Garden Salad: spring mix, miso ginger vinaigrette, avocado, cucumber, cantaloupe, pickled strawberry & spiced curry almonds
    Miso Garden Salad: spring mix, miso ginger vinaigrette, avocado, cucumber, cantaloupe, pickled strawberry & spiced curry almonds
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    Hickory & Ash

    Hickory & Ash

    4.2
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    9.2 mi
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    We went to celebrate my moms birthday, it was 9 of us. We have never been there before, the service…read morewas Amazing, the food was great, the drinks were great! We shared all the main meals between each other and it was delicious! But the server is what made us want to come back every week from now on, JD was the absolute best! He made our night even more special! That man deserves a raise! We will be back for sure!

    I made a reservation for a Friday early evening. We got seated right away, it wasn't busy at all…read more The area is cute, built into an apartment complex are with a few other restaurants. Our waitress was amazing - friendly, made great recommendations, and talked us through the menu, answer all of our questions thoroughly. We ordered the streak tartare app, clearly a staff favorite and they put a unique twist on the standard dish with mushrooms and a divine Dijon mustard sauce. The bread was baked to perfection - crunchy but soft all at the same time. My friend got the salmon, cooked to medium and I got the Jamaican jerk chicken which was not very spicy and contained a lot of flavor. The mango chutney and green mojo combo was complex and paired well with the chicken. My friend devoured she salmon so one can only assume it was delicious! I would highly recommend if you are looking for a date night or dinner with a friend and you're in the Broomfield area, Hickory and Ash is the spot!

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    Mussels in cioppino broth.
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