Colorado HIGHlights - Where to Eat

Becs
Dec 17, 2021
3 min read

Updated: Aug 4, 2025

Are you traveling in Colorado and looking for places to eat food or grab a drink?? Read more!

From fine dining, to dinner & a show, to breweries in the mountain...there are countless restaurants to enjoy a mouthwatering meal at in the stunning state of Colorado.

Looking for some top finds??

Pikes Peak Summit House

Located: Pikes Peak

The best donuts with the best view! Donuts on a mountain up in the clouds?! Count us in! We ordered rhe cinnamon sugar donuts but they also had original and "donut of the day". If you get the chance to make it to the top of Pikes Peak, make sure to order the donuts!

D Bar Denver

Located: Denver, CO

I have never tried bacon-wrapped dates before until my best friend Dana told me I had to try it. I am now officially in love with bacon wrapped dates! Not only do they have a lunch, dinner, and drink menu, they also have a brunch and happy hour menu! You MUST order one of the milkshakes as a dessert because it will be the best milkshake you will ever try! You can even add some alcohol to it to make it a boozy drink.

What we ordered below: Boozy cookies & cream milkshake, Simple Salad (with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onions, pine nuts, and shaved parmesan in a lemon vinaigrette), their crispy brussel sprouts appetizer that is drizzled with a honey sriracha glaze, a side of sweet potato fries, and lastly their Southern fried Belgian Sandwich that is stacked with a buttermilk fried chicken breast, cheddar cheese, honey mustard, and lettuce & tomato in between two cheesy chive waffles.

Link to D Bar Denver Website

Syrup

Located: Denver, Colorado

Syrup is a popular spot for tourists and locals to get brunch! As you can tell from the pictures below, our table ordered a little bit of everything to try! Their pancakes are delightfully fluffy and buttery! Get there early to avoid the wait.

Link to Syrup Website

Sassafras American Eatery

Located: Denver, CO

Sassafras is my favorite place to get brunch in Denver. I have ate at Sassafras every single trip to Denver. Their food is always tasty and fresh. I like to order something new each time I go, but I always end up getting the Deviled Eggs for an appetizer. The line can get very long because of how popular this brunch spot is. I would recommend getting there early!

Link to Sassafras American Eatery Website

Manitou Brewing CO

Located: Manitou Springs, CO

The Manitou Brewing CO is a great spot to go grab some food or drinks at after visiting the Manitou Cliff Dwellings - which I would highly recommend visiting. The MBC nachos are amazing! The nacho plate is loaded with corn tortilla chips, corn, black beans, Pico de Gallo, lettuce, lime creme fraiche, and the homemade queso. You can also add smoked pulled pork or southwest chicken for a small upcharge.

Link to Manitou Brewing CO Website

Voodoo Doughnuts

Located: Denver, CO - Multiple locations

If you haven't noticed yet from the rest of my posts...I am a HUGE breakfast fan. Voodoo Doughnuts is a popular donut destination in across the United States - there are multiple states to get these delectable donuts. There are plenty of options to choose from!

Link to Voodoo Doughnuts Website

There are countless places to go in Colorado to enjoy a delicious meal! From grab & go to sit down & fancy, you are guaranteed to find a good meal. Although I haven't been everywhere in Colorado to recommend, I have some restaurants on my Colorado Bucket List. Stay tuned as I explore more & update this page!