Soak up the summer sun, savor delicious drinks and food, and enjoy views ranging from downtown skylines to mountains at these Colorado restaurants.

Boulder

Located in the heart of Boulder’s lively Pearl Street, The Kitchen features an upscale bistro menu, with brunch, lunch, happy hour and dinner options. Favorites include the shareable hand-cut garlic fries, grilled artichokes, and steak frites. Dine and drink on the serene patio and don’t miss the specials for happy hour.

With a farm-to-table menu and outdoor seating overlooking Boulder Creek, River and Woods’ seasonal menu offers fresh Colorado fare with a focus on seasonal ingredients. In Boulder’s Whittier area, the restaurant is situated in a centuries-old miners’ cabin for a unique setting that complements the delicious food. Don’t miss the Secret Caesar Salad, Rocky Mountain trout, or the slow braised Colorado short rib.

Breckenridge

Breckenridge Ale House and Pizza’s sunny umbrella-filled patio overlooking Main Street is inviting after a day of mountain adventures in Summit County. Their appetizers and pies are perfect for sharing along with a local draft beer and views of the impressive peaks of the ski resort.

Also located on Breckenridge’s charming Main Street, The Canteen offers modern comfort food, Colorado beers, and handcrafted cocktails. Relax in the cool mountain air on their spacious deck.

Colorado Springs

Colorado Craft celebrates the best that the state’s farms, breweries, distilleries, and purveyors have to offer. With over twenty vendors represented on their menu, it’s the perfect spot to eat and drink local, with a patio overlooking Tejon Street.

Located in a 110-year-old building near downtown Colorado Springs, Odyssey Gastropub’s patio features colorful flowers and a relaxed atmosphere. The locally-sourced, globally-inspired menu includes Korean lettuce cups, mahi mahi street tacos, and braised bison gnocchi. Quench your thirst with a local beer or select from 56 bourbons and whiskeys.

Crested Butte

Crested Butte is known for its beloved local restaurants, and Soupçon Bistro is a favorite year after year. Their French-inspired tasting menu delights with offerings such as king crab, caviar, Colorado lamb loin, and duck breast. Request a table on the patio and make sure to peruse their extensive wine list for pairings.

For a casual lunch or dinner on Elk Avenue, stop by Secret Stash for delicious pizzas and a delightful patio. Specialty pies include the Notorious FIG, Buddha’s Belly, and Gertrude’s Veggie Delight along with appetizers, salads, and pasta.

 Denver

Linger’s rooftop patio has panoramic views of the downtown Denver skyline. Their menu features an inspired assortment of bao buns, kebabs, noodles, burgers, and craft cocktails, beer, and wine. Some of their vegetables and herbs are grown in their 6,000 square-foot organic garden.

In Denver’s LoHi neighborhood, Avanti is a modern food hall with a variety of restaurant concepts and an impressive rooftop bar and patio. With so many options under one roof, it’s the ideal spot to try everything from arepas to burgers to pizza while soaking in the city views.

Frisco

With Frisco’s only rooftop bar, Uptown on Main boasts views of the tree-lined Main Street and nearby mountains. Menu favorites include poke nachos, steak sliders, and the bistro burger. Local Summit County breweries are featured alongside handcrafted cocktails.

 

Golden

Pull up a chair on the sunny deck and enjoy views of Table Mountain from this fun spot in Golden. Table Mountain Grill and Cantina has Southwestern cuisine including street corn nachos, fajitas, and enchiladas. Cool off with margaritas ranging from classic to blueberry acai and hibiscus lavender varieties.

Located in Golden’s charming downtown district, Woody’s Wood-Fired Pizza features a wonderful patio where you can enjoy their famous wood-fired wings and signature pizzas as well as sandwiches, green chili cheese fries, and draft beers.

Telluride

Altezza at the Peaks Resort & Spa offers expansive vistas of the San Juan Mountains from the restaurant and adjacent patio. Their upscale cuisine features locally sourced ingredients for brunch, lunch, après, and dinner. Enjoy live music on select evenings during the summer months.

Located on Telluride’s historical Main Street, Brown Dog Pizza offers a lively atmosphere with award-winning pizza. They garnered First Place as the top-scoring American pizza at the Pizza World Championships in Parma, Italy. Request a table on the patio to soak up the mountain air and enjoy pizzas along with salads and appetizers.

Vail

Enjoyed by visitors and locals for decades, Pepi’s Restaurant and Bar is just a short walk from Gondola One in Vail Village. After an afternoon hike or mountain bike ride, kick back on their sunny deck and enjoy weinerschnitzel, bratwurst, and spätzle served alongside gorgeous mountain views, Austrian beers, and specialty cocktails.

For an upscale meal in Vail Village, Sweet Basil is a longtime favorite. Open since 1977, this iconic restaurant offers a beautifully lush patio overlooking Gore Creek and a seasonal menu that includes yellowtail sashimi, lobster ravioli, Colorado Angus Tenderloin, and an enviable wine list.

 

Winter Park

Located at the base of Winter Park Resort, Deno’s Mountain Bistro has a lovely patio with stunning vistas of the ski slopes and surrounding mountains. Dine on signature steaks, the icebox wedge salad, and pastas and relax in the cool mountain air.