Steamboat Springs is home to a diverse array of eateries, including fine dining establishments, casual family-friendly spots, and everything in between. Swing by your favorite local brewery for a cold one and an appetizer before heading to your reservation and make sure to ask about outdoor seating! After all, the beautiful Colorado weather can upgrade any dining experience.
Laundry Kitchen & Cocktails
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Where? 127 11th Street
Laundry Kitchen specializes in smoking and curing natural foods, which brings a unique element to your dinner experience. The shared plate concept at this restaurant features refreshingly creative takes on your favorite dishes, all while utilizing seasonally and locally grown produce. Diners will enjoy the contemporary urban environment that succeeds at being both comfortable and inviting for your date night or your celebratory event. The menu features a comprehensive selection of liquor, including house-infused spirits for refreshing, inventive, and delicious cocktails. Reservations are encouraged and diners can take advantage of the outdoor fire pits on colder evenings, as well as patio and outdoor dining options on warmer summer nights.
The dinner menu at Laundry Kitchen & Cocktails features a wide variety of small plates, such as crispy potatoes with truffle parmesan and pistachio pesto and a house-made tagliatelle. Large plates include black cod, pork ribeye, and fried chicken served with pimento mac and cheese and a citrus basil ranch.
Creekside Cafe & Grill
Where? 131 11th Street
When dining at Creekside Cafe & Grill, you can opt for either indoor or patio dining. If you’re short on time — there’s even a to-go option! The cafe is open for breakfast, brunch, and lunch, so grab your favorite comfort dishes such as eggs Benedict with farm-fresh poached eggs or the Pickley Bird with country-fried chicken and hot honey. The menu also features a section dedicated to breakfast burritos, with an option to sub in a gluten-free tortilla.
If you enjoy the sweeter side, try one of the griddle cakes served with your choice of caramelized bananas, whipped cream, chocolate chips, Nutella, or summer fruit preserves. Breakfast isn’t complete without a pick-me-up that’s sure to get your day started on the right foot. The coffee bar serves up espresso, lattes, dirty chai drinks, and even matcha lattes! Want something bubbly? There are mimosas to choose from including the OG with OJ and the Hawaii-5’osa with mango vodka, pineapple juice, and plenty of bubbles.
Truffle Pig
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Where? 2250 Apres Ski Way with complimentary Valet Parking at One Stеаmboat Place
If you want to enjoy the fresh air while you dine, take advantage of the outdoor seating at Steamboat’s Truffle Pig! The dinner menu at this Steamboat Springs favorite features Braised Octopus, Bacon-Wrapped Dates, Confit Pork Belly, and an array of other delicious, rich small plates. Move onto the entrée list, with Maine Diver Scallops served with linguini and lemon butter, Braised Beef Short Rib with roasted garlic smashers, or the Chilean Sea Bass flavored with a sake and soy marinade. In the mood to celebrate?…Go all out with one of the Prime Cuts, such as the 16-ounce Ribeye with your choice of sauce! Of course, you will be thrilled to indulge in one of the 30+ Craft Cocktails or one of the many selections from the award-winning Wine List to compliment you meal.
The “Pig Out” menu features sweets and dessert cocktails, such as Creme Brûlée, Toasted Coconut Cheesecake, and an Espresso Old Fashioned! Split a 34-ounce French Press of brew from Big Iron Coffee Co. to cap off your meal, available in a dark roast or a Colombian decaf.
Primrose
Where? 1110 Yampa Street #100
Primrose has limited outdoor seating, so make sure to request your patio table before your dining time if that’s your preference. The dinner menu at the restaurant includes a raw bar selection, with delicacies like king crab, chilled chili crisp prawns, and jet-fresh oysters served with caviar and Bloody Mary cocktail sauce. Move onto the “meat locker,” with hand-cut steaks, dry-aged in-house USDA prime black Angus, and American Wagyu. Save room for dessert, as it will be hard to resist the huckleberry Dutch baby or the housemade ice cream and sorbet selection.
The best news is that there’s a social hour every day of the week from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, so come on out and meet a few new friends! The seasonally curated cocktail list includes refreshing options such as the Lisbon sour with fresh citrus and the floral Earl Grey martini.
O’Neil’s Tavern & Grill
Where? 41 8th Street
Enjoy a light summer breeze on the patio at O’Neil’s Tavern & Grill, where you can sample one of the most extensive whiskey lists in town while you wait on your entree. The cocktail list includes everything from a Jameson cold brew to an Irish margarita, a cucumber cooler, and The Big Ginger. Don’t drink? No problem. Try one of the mocktails! There is a daily happy hour from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM, as well as a late-night happy hour from 10:00 PM to 12:00 AM for those who want to keep the party going.
Menu favorites such as the shepherd’s pie and the bangers and mash will make you feel at home in Ireland and the 16-ounce bone-in Colorado Angus ribeye supports local ranchers! Split a shared board with the table if you can’t decide, such as “The Feast” with baby back ribs, ribeye, BBQ chicken, hot links, and a chicken fried steak!
Slopeside Grill
Where? 1855 Ski Time Square Drive
Slopeside Grill is a great family-friendly restaurant in Steamboat Springs, located at the base of Mount Werner. Whether you need a bite to eat after a full day of skiing or you want to relax on the outdoor patio space after a summertime hike — Slopeside has you covered. All day Monday is wing night at the restaurant, with deals ranging from $13 one-pound winds, $2 off draft beers, and $5 well cocktails. On the weekends, swing by for brunch from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM and enjoy live music. Of course, you can’t forget the daily happy hour from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM for more deals and discounts on delicious bites and cold drinks.
The dinner menu includes American comfort specialties, such as fried chicken sandwiches, double patty burgers, and house-made mac and cheese! There is a mouthwatering selection of pizza pies on the menu, as well as a make-your-own option.
Winona’s Restaurant and Bakery
Where? 617 Lincoln Avenue
Enjoy brunch outdoors at Winona’s Restaurant, with delicious menu items such as the famous homemade cinnamon roll topped with cream cheese frosting or a breakfast sandwich that will keep you fueled for the day ahead. Pair your meal with an array of specialty drinks, such as white chocolate mocha lattes or a caramel macchiato. There are even breakfast cocktails on the menu, like the classic screwdriver or a refreshing Paloma with tequila and grapefruit juice.
There’s something on the menu for everyone in the family, including pancakes, traditional French toast, bacon waffles, and of course — your classic scrambled egg plate. Enjoy eggs Benedict, corned beef hash, or huevos rancheros if you’re feeling extra hungry. For lunch, there are salad options, as well as soups, deli sandwiches, hoagies, south-of-the-border options, and more.
E3 Chophouse
Where? 701 Yampa Street
Serving up lunch, brunch, and dinner — E3 Chophouse isn’t lacking in protein options. Whether you’re craving surf or turf, the menu features savory Maryland crab cakes, sweet bacon-wrapped dates, and charcuterie boards to share. Up to a challenge? Order the Megalodon seafood towner with North Atlantic lobster tails, gulf shrimp, king crab, fresh oysters, ahi tartare, and an option to add on Ossetra caviar. The steaks shine at E3 Chophouse, with options ranging from the Colorado rack of lambs to a 12-ounce prime NY strip steak and a bison teres major.
Main plates at the chophouse include an elk pappardelle with Colorado protein, mushroom ragout, and shaved parmesan, and the Red Bird Farms half chicken with buttered asparagus and herbed potatoes. Swing by for a happy hour, where you can enjoy buffalo chicken wontons, brisket burnt ends, and an order of truffle fries with your drink of choice!
Aurum Food & Wine
Where? 811 Yampa Street
Riverfront dining in Steamboat Springs has never been better than at Aurum. Enjoy the Yampa River as you explore the spectacular menu. Don’t skip the starters, with options like duck wings, Latin street tacos, and the popular Aurum nachos! Mains don’t disappoint, with shrimp & grits, French onion burgers, and branzino rounding out the dinner selection. If you can, save room for something sweet. The butterscotch affogato can’t be missed and the chocolate tasting is a must for any chocolate lover.
Your weekends at Aurum just got happier, as the restaurant is now providing earlier opening times and extended happy hours! Enjoy live music on Saturdays and Sundays from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM while you sit out on the patio with a drink and an app.
Salt & Lime
Where? 628 Lincoln Avenue
Keep things fresh for your next dinner in town with this twist on classic Mexican fare. Salt & Lime is well known for its daily happy hour from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM, as well as its extensive tequila offering and its margarita menu. Order an individual serving of the cocktail or go for a liter to share!
The menu at Salt & Lime features notable options, such as the steak ranchero and bison fundido with pinche salsa and Lucky 8 bison. Order three tacos of your choice or opt for a hearty burrito, such as the surf and turf or the pollo ranchero. The Durango Bowl can be customized with your choice of protein and includes fresh toppings and grilled flour tortillas.
Storm Peak Brewing Company
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Where? 1885 Elk River Road
Nothing beats a weekend afternoon at the brewery, especially when you’re spending time with loved ones and enjoying the cool breeze coming in from the open garage doors at Storm Peak Brewing. The 20-barrel brew house is always coming up with something new, so swing on by to sample a flight or kick back with a few pours of your favorite craft beer. Storm Peak has two locations in Steamboat Springs, conveniently situated on both sides of town! Wherever your day takes you, you’re never far away from a cold one at your local brewery.
On tap currently at Storm Peak are the Try Love tangerine fruited pilsner, the Sombrero Noche dark Mexican-style lager, and the Hoochie Mama sour blonde ale. From dark, light, hoppy, fruited, or sour — there’s something for everyone to unwind with.
Mountain Tap Brewery
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Where? 910 Yampa Street #103
Despite its name, Mountain Tap Brewery isn’t all brews. The food menu includes wood-fired pizzas, as well as snacks, small plates, and salad options. The brewery is conveniently located a stone’s skip from the Yampa River and across from the 9th Street bridge. Enjoy brews on the daily, with hours ranging from 11:30 to 9:00 PM on the weekends and 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM on weekdays.
Sip on a glass or two at the brewery, such as the Summer Heat Ginger Wheat with a hint of lime or the Sunshine Sour, which is advertised as a berry-forward puckery ale. The beers at Mountain Tap Brewery can also be taken to go, so you can enjoy them at home! The Mountain Macaroon has notes of lightly toasted coconut and chocolate malt if you want something richer.
Yampa Valley Brewing
Where? 1125 Lincoln Avenue
Yampa Valley Brewing is dedicated to providing approachable beers to all of the Yampa Valley, without sacrificing quality, diversity, or complexity. Beer can be fun and unique, just like those who enjoy it! With three locations across the valley, the Steamboat Springs spot is dog-friendly and ready to welcome you to enjoy a drink indoors or outdoors. Beers that stick around all year include the Space Dog! IPA, the Yampa Valley Blonde, and the Sandhill Crane Red with notes of mild toffee and toasted bread.
Seasonal drinks such as the Peachocolypse that features everyone’s favorite Palisade Peaches, as well as a blend of sea salt, ginger salt, and lime salt for a fruity, sour, and tropical tone. The Bing Bing Bling is another seasonal delight, fermented with sweet cherries.
What’s For Dinner, Steamboat?
Take advantage of the culinary scene in Steamboat Springs by trying out some of these local restaurants, breweries, and cafes. Make reservations for date night or take the family out for pancakes on the weekend. Wherever you decide to dine, at least you won’t be responsible for the dishes!