The Rock Inn
(2013 sponsor of AspenHaus Lodge "Magic in the Mountains")
Fun mountain tavern, our all around number one pick for dinner. http://www.rockinnestes.com/
Bird and Jim's
Operated by AspenHaus friend Melissa Strong. This is an eclectic spot for a fun farm-to-table menu. Great views and happy hour specials. You will likely need a reservation. https://www.birdandjim.com
Antonio's Real New York Pizza
We are St. Louis pizza connoisseur's who have been won over by the great slices at Antonio's. You can't find a better pizza in Estes Park and besides that the owner Anthony aims to please!! https://estesparkpizza.com
Dave's BBQ
Best BBQ outside of our own grill in St. Louis! http://www.smokindavesq.com/
Burger Stop
Doesn't look like much from the outside (located in the Sinclair Station at 860 Moraine Avenue) and just a few tables inside, but by far the best fast food burger in Estes Park!
Ed's Cantina
Very good Mexican/American choices and patio seating on the river. Our favorite Estes Park Mexican food go-to; and one of our top choices period! http://www.edscantina.com/
Hunter's Chop House
Great all-around American mountian fare with a wide selection of wine and spirit choices.
The Meadow Mountain Cafe Allenspark
Our favorite breakfast hippie joint, a beautiful short drive to Allenspark, breakfast and lunch only, serves until 2ish and closed on Thursdays. http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g29130-d384266-Reviews-Meadow_Mountain_Cafe-Allenspark_Rocky_Mountain_National_Park_Colorado.html
The Notchtop Cafe
Our go-to breakfast place in Estes Park. Kind of hard to find....located in Stanley Village. http://www.thenotchtop.com