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!

We love this quaint little restaurant in the heart of downtown Westcliffe. The wood fired grill is…read morethe star of the show! The burgers, grilled chicken sandwiches and salads are all really great! The hand-cut fries are the icing on the cake - very crisp, not soggy at all. The service is excellent once you realize there is a single person answering the phone for takeout orders, making cocktails and waiting on all the tables. It's actually impressive! It's definitely one of our favorite places to stop and one we highly recommend!

3.5 stars Chappy's…read moreMountain View Bar & Grill is a small dive bar & restaurant in the heart of Main Street, Westcliffe, CO. The food is great: the portions are immense and everything is seasoned perfectly. When I was there, the service wasn't horrible, but it was very slow because there seemed to only be one waitress for the entire restaurant (I think I overhead they were short-staffed). If you don't mind hanging out for a while, Chappy's is a great place for a really good burger. I personally recommend the BLT.

Rude and unaccommodating. Dismissive of my friends. First bad vibe we caught in Salida.read more

One of the nicer liquor stores in the area, you can find ALL the wine that you'd ever want for your…read moreSalida adventures. Or, if you're a local, pick out a bottle for porch drinking or dining with friends. There's also a beer cooler in the back with plenty of options if you're not a wino like me. I appreciate that Arlie Dale's has a variety of price points. If you want to ball out on a $50+ bottle, feel free. And for those of us trying to stay on a budget, $15-20 per bottle will also do just fine.

The only reason I visited this particular liquor store was because I was running late to a birthday…read moreparty, and needed some wine at the last minute for the gift. Because who loves being prepared for things like that ahead of time? So I Googled this store, pulled off the highway on the way into Pueblo from Canon City, and stopped in. First impression: Much bigger on the inside than it appears on the outside. Which is always nice. It's kind of the magical feeling that Harry Potter gets when he first steps inside those tents with houses inside, and life is just cozy and awesome. There is also a surprisingly nice selection of alcohol. I say surprisingly, because many of the smaller alcohol places in Colorado don't carry even decent selections of wine, spirits, and beer, so you tend to have to shop around if you want something specific, or of good quality. I didn't even know what types of wine I was really looking for (shame, shame), so when I walked in and saw all the racks of wine available, I was relieved, yet also slightly annoyed, because now I had to make an actual choice. Luckily for me, there was a very helpful and knowledgeable fellow hanging out that evening, who actually recommended a wine based on my request of "Well, she likes sweet stuff". He recommended several wines, to be exact, and even commented on the vintage. Needless to say, in Pueblo, CO, THAT talent is something you don't see every day. I wanted to give him a tip just for being a bit of a wine snob in an area that will never appreciate such snobbery. Definitely recommend. Even as a last-minute birthday present adventure.

Great service. Great store one of only two places that I can usually find what I am looking for. I…read morevisit from the west coast 2 times a year and always stop in. Today I was looking for Bols Genever although they did not stock it the women was extremely nice and welcoming and offered to order it for me.

So disappointed.... This pizza isn't closer to my house! Ha!…read more Fresh crust, fresh cheese. Tested husband's beer. Everyone still alive. Would allow him to beer again, within reason. IYKYK. WOULD 100% recommend they branch out. Would pizza again.

Fantastic pizza, friendly staff. 100% recommend! Really loved the Hawaiian, especially the blend of…read moreBBQ and Pizza sauce. My Gluten Free daughter loved her pizza too!

Loaded up on local Colorado beer to bootleg back home to Illinois. Amazing selection, friendly…read morestaff... buy here!

Best prices in town. Some of the nearing or matching Costco prices. I don't shop anywhere else but…read morehere!!

Pueblo, CO - The Secret Gem Revealed…read more Hands down, the hidden treasure of Pueblo sits quietly on the west side of town -- Reservoir Brewing. I strolled in after a long day of convention chatter downtown, feeling like a city-slicker cowboy wandering into an old ghost town. I pulled up a seat at the bar, surrounded by locals swapping stories and laughs. Behind the bar was the owner himself, ready to give me the lowdown on the beers. He suggested their Revolution beer but warned me it didn't come out quite like usual. so they added mango. Being the adventurous type, I said, "Why not?" First sip... home run! Easily my favorite of the night. One beer turned into a few, and before I knew it, I was closing the place down, talking with locals and the owner like we'd known each other for years. It was so good I came back the very next day to finish the beer list and check out the food. And let me tell you; Lord have mercy..... the food matched the beer in greatness. Perfect beer food. I started with the spicy habanero cheese curds (fiery but addictive) and then went in for the kill: The Rachel Fully Loaded with turkey, pastrami, and bacon on marbled rye, with chips on the side. That sandwich didn't stand a chance. Every crumb vanished. Naturally, I enjoyed a flight and stocked up with a couple of growlers to go. (Flip Flamingo Rule #1: Always keep empty growlers in the car, just in case.) The owners also mentioned they're moving to a bigger location closer to the reservoir, hopefully in September. You'd better believe I'll be back for round two at the new spot. If you want the best all-around brewery in Pueblo --Beer Food Vibes , this is it. Drop in, order a pint, and tell 'em Flip sent ya!

We stopped by on a cold Saturday. I got a Rachel with pastrami and husband got the Cuban. Both…read moreserved hot with Cole slaw. Grilled bread. AMAZING. Can't wait to go back. Wish they served Ice Tea...my only complaint.