An unexpected gem in the rough. We rolled into town early in the evening to find almost every…read morerestaurant closed. Then to our surprise we stumbled upon the Wine Mine and had a delightful experience. Very nicely rounded wine selection that we paired with the "Mother Load" a nice selection of fruits, cheeses, meats, nuts and chocolate! Go out of your way if you need but don't miss this!

Great menu, small plates, awesome wine selection and really awesome service. A gem amongst other…read morerestaurants that are "me too". If you like a great wine selection, stop here!

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've come here for years and it continues to be a lovely mainstay in La Veta. Enjoy the patio or…read moreinside the cute wine bar. Heard they are going to stay open year-round starting in 2022 with new ownership. Highly recommend

Don't know what happened to the place but it's sad. What used to be a great wine and social…read morerestaurant with live music is now a place that primarily sells clothes (second hand?) there used to be multiple tables to sit at, eat and drink wine. Now there's just racks of clothes. There was 3 or 4 chairs at a bar where you could have wine but that's it. We sat outside. The person who served us the wine was friendly and very attentive. Just don't know what happened.

Our friends and I stopped in after skiing Monarch for a wine flight. Each couple got a dry wine…read moretasting which consisted of two whites (vino Bianco, dry Riesling, Vino Rosso, and a Cabernet franc). My husband and I aren't huge wine drinkers but we liked the Riesling and vino rosso. The vino bianco was light and our group agreed it tasted like lychee a bit - in a good way! The cab franc had a fair amount of tannins and I could feel it in my cheeks. The service was great too - the man behind the counter was friendly and shared the tasting notes of all the wines when it was served. The interior of the building is super cozy (there was an electric fireplace going which was perfect), and I loved all the plants and decorations. In the summer, the outside area I imagine is very nice to sit at. Our friends ended up grabbing a bottle of red to bring home and age for a few years.

Great wine bar in Salida! We visited when they had live music and it was enjoyable. It is a small…read morespace inside but the service and wine selection was great! They even have double bottles of wine available for purchase in plastic bags (which we bought to bring on a backpacking trip)!

I can only say that my Veg flatbread minus mushrooms, plus pepperoni with pesto sauce is still as…read moredelicious today as it was 4 years ago. I absolutely cannot wait to come back the next time I am in Pueblo. We did take out, but they have a very nice patio with cool decor throughout, so you should go there and give it a try! The service is great, as well.

Terrible food service and ambiance. Do not patronize this business. Disgusting all the way around…read more Zero positives to note.

Cute and fun lil winery! Enjoyed trying a few different red wines with their flight option (the…read moreSyrah was my fave). It's just an order at the counter and sit outside type of place - so fairly casual, but they were celebrating their 25th anniversary so had some fun deals going on. I'd recommend stopping in, it's a must-do in Cañon City!

My husband and I had an enjoyable wine tasting at the award-winning Winery at Holy Cross Abbey in…read moreearly May, and recommend the experience. We both ordered a flight of sweet wines at the indoor counter -- I think they were $12 each for four 2-oz pours, and some small snacks to accompany them -- bags of mixed nuts and olives in salty brine. We relaxed at small outside tables, sharing the space with another friendly couple. (It was mid-week, close to closing time). We also browsed in the cute gift shop that has a cute selection from around the world, mostly but not all related to wines and wine-making. For any RVers out there, The Winery participates in Harvest Hosts, through reservations only. There are two flat RV sites that are sufficiently far from traffic noise, and with walking paths to stretch your legs after driving all day.

I wish I could give this place five stars but the end of the night has me frustrated which is why…read moreit's four. I'll start with the positive. The food is fantastic. Steak bites, truffle fries, brownie skillet... I want to come back just to try more food alone. This was insane and the pricing was good, the value was good, and I even ordered truffle fries to go because I loved it so much! What is super fun is that they now have wine tastings on Tuesdays and it is a great deal. $12 for four wines. Someone tells you about each wine and it's a great way to sample a bunch of wines, both local and not. I was super excited about that! I will again, come back to do that! Lots of positives there. And our server was very sweet. She was checking in and making sure we were doing well. I wish I knew her name but sadly I don't. But she was so kind and had a great personality. And everything came out fast! The vibes are also good. I love the outdoor seating/patio options for a hot summer night. And it was very lush. It's funny because I had never heard of this place before but it is in a fantastic area near Night Ramen and Provision Bakery (two amazing spots). Breakfast at Provision, apps and drinks at My Cellar Wine Bar, and maybe a dinner at Night Ramen. Haha! Just kidding, but again, great spot. Here's where I have issues. I worked in the restaurant industry for six years. I understand staying over close and even coming in close to close is a no no (at least for me). But we arrived at 7:30 pm and stayed until 9:45 pm. One of my best friends is getting married so she wanted to show us her dress and share her excitement. At 9 pm (note they close at 10 pm), they turned on the lights, began sweeping, closed the kitchen, and even at one point blasted music. We asked the waitress when they closed the wine bar. 10 pm. But what frustrated me the most is that the manager (I assume) came over and was acting extremely condescending. "I know you girls are having such a good time!!" And was trying to usher us out. Girl. You don't close until 10 pm. It's 9:45. If you didn't want us to stay, then maybe change the hours. I don't care if we are the only ones there. It was extremely rude and the way she said it felt, as I said, condescending. Like we were young and dumb or something. As a diner, I expect great service. Which we got for the most part. But to kick us out before it closes is unprofessional and frustrating. Of course we left, but god forbid a girl get excited about her wedding and wants to share all about it. This left a sour taste in my mouth and again, if you wanted to close early, maybe don't tell patrons the actual time you close: 10 pm. We bought a lot and a bottle of wine. Let us finish our glasses and I promise we will leave before close. I would still come back, but maybe I'll go to Vine and Wheel or another wine bar first.

Popped in for the first time, and I'm kicking myself that I didn't know this spot was here before…read morenow. The staff was so well informed about wine selections and the libations were amazing! I sat next a wall/door that would open during nice weather, and as we were leaving there were groups of people playing mahjong! How cool! I hope to come back before they move their location downtown.

First time trying it out with with some friends that recommended the location. The wine selection…read morewas spot on. The food was fantastic. The service was wonderful and the attention to detail was remarkable. Th staff had up on the back patio. It was covered and there were heaters. They checked on us to make sure we were comfortable or if adjustments needed to be made. Would definitely recommend and look forward to the opportunity when we can return. Well done.

For a restaurant in a smaller city, La Forchetta was impressive! They had good Italian food infused…read morewith local flavor, and for a decent price. Service was outstanding, it felt like a choreography with how well our server took care of us. The space itself is part restaurant, part bar, with that odd almost-purple lighting that every spot for locals seems to emit. It's a bit noisy inside as a result, but it is what it is I suppose. The burrata starter was delicious. The burrata itself was so fresh, and the accoutrement were similarly tasty. For mains, the insalata with octopus and shrimp was really good, packed with seafood and balanced with citrus from a light dressing. The ravioli pueblo was interesting. The chile in the sauce was a really nice touch, adding some interesting spice to the dish. The sauce itself was very thick, the heaviness took away from the dish a tiny bit. But all in all, a great sit down meal in Pueblo!

This little place is well worth stopping by! The vibe is upscale yet comfortable. They have a…read morelovely patio as well. The service is always on point. Christian was very attentive. The small plates are phenomenal, and of course the wine! The selection is huge and the flights are a great way to sample several bottles. They even give a discount when you purchase a bottle to take home. Highly recommend. Be sure to get a reservation on weekend.

Mostly good food, scallops not worth it, tiny scallops…read more They have a good selection of wines, but not many higher end wines to try.

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.