Throughout our travels in Colorado, colorado.bike has amassed quite a group of favorites. These are restaurants and businesses that stood out to us as exceptional or unique enough to make our favorites list. Click the company’s name for a link to their website or social media profile. Supporting these businesses ensures we have a unique and fun experience to offer cyclists here in Colorado! Check back for additions in the near future.
Visit these businesses and restaurants for amazing experiences throughout the state
Bike Shops
Evergreen Bike Shop, Evergreen
Helpful folks with years of bicycle knowledge. Evergreen Bike Shop offers sales, service, rentals, bike fitting, used bike sales, trade-in options, and weekly group rides. Their website lists many bike trails and parks nearby the shop. Stop in today or visit them online at www.evergreenbikeshop.com.
Restaurants, Breweries, and Bars
Two Brothers Deli, Idaho Springs
Two Brothers Deli in historic downtown Idaho Springs is delicious. Try their Miner Street Philly or my absolute favorite the Leaf Peep Veggie Bake, a unique mix of scrambled eggs, potatoes, vegetables, and cheese, perfect for breakfast or lunch!
Beau Jo’s Pizza, 6 locations throughout the state
Have you ever tried Colorado style pizza? You’ve got to visit one of Beau Jo’s 6 locations to try it! Idaho Springs, Ft. Collins, Arvada, Longmont, Steamboat Springs, and Evergreen are homes to Beau Jo’s delicious pies and salad bars. Local beers are always available on draft. Don’t pass up the honey for crust dipping!
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
Vintage Moose, Idaho Springs
Small pub with unique and comfortable accommodations. Friendly locals and tourists alike frequent this bar. Try their delicious BBQ sandwiches or a charcuterie board to share with the group.
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
Tommyknocker Brewery and Pub, Idaho Springs
Delicious beers, great food, and brewery tours. Who could ask for more after a day full of cycling?
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
Marion’s of the Rockies, Idaho Springs
Excellent breakfast specials for reasonable prices. Local hangout; great place to ask about the area and its history.
Big B’s Soup and Grilled Cheese, Idaho Springs
Delicious sandwich and soup shop that’s perfect for a quick, flavorful, well-priced lunch. Download the Cheesus app on the Google Play Store and iOS phones to order food and cool Cheesus-themed merchandise! Open again, Dec. 2020! Cheesus has risen!
Smokin Yard’s BBQ, Idaho Springs and Denver
Delicious High Elevation barbecue, no matter where you come from in the country. Check out their newest location in the Santa Fe Arts District of Denver!
Westbound & Down Brewing Company, Idaho Springs
Newer brewery and eatery with a cool, mountain modern feel. You’ll rub elbows with locals and tourists alike. Try their homemade vegetarian cauliflower wings!
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
El Azteca, Idaho Springs
Authentic Mexican food served in generous portions with excellent customer service. Their salsa is spicy and incredibly delicious. I love their carnitas de puerco. Great beer and margarita specials.
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
Sit N Chill Ice Cream, Idaho Springs
A new ice cream and gift shop, Sit N Chill is a great spot to sit and chill! Delicious Colorado-made ice cream and friendly service make this a great stop after your ride!
William Oliver’s Publick House, Fort Collins, Lafayette, and Windsor
Do you like whiskey? How about bacon? This pub loves both! Local foods sourced from within the state of Colorado and an extensive beer and whiskey selection. You must visit at least once! The bacon really is excellent, they aren’t kidding around! Order the pint o’ bacon. You won’t regret it!
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
Crazy Mountain Brewing Company, Edwards
Small craft brewery with a huge flavor range. You’ve got to try Snowcat Coffee Stout, typically served once the flakes start to fly.
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
New Belgium Brewing, Fort Collins
The home of Fat Tire, perhaps the 2nd most popular Colorado beer ever brewed. You can finish your brewery tour with a slide from the upper level to the ground floor and a few beers at the tap room. Employee owned, so you know everyone working here is passionate about beer and what they bring to Colorado’s brewing traditions. For those who call the East Coast home, you can also visit New Belgium’s new brewery in Asheville, NC!
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
The Mayor of Old Town, Fort Collins
Talk about selection! 100+ local, national, and international beers on tap; you’re sure to find a style and flavor you’ll love! Beautiful 7,000sqft bar with tasty homemade food and ample seating, both indoors and outdoors.
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
Avogadro’s Number, Fort Collins
Food, drink, music, comedy, yoga, and more make this one of Fort Collins’s most unique locations to experience Colorado culture!
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
Phantom Canyon Brewing Company, Colorado Springs
Friendly staff, tasty food, and delicious beers will keep you coming back to this brewpub’s upstairs pool hall. Huge views of Pikes Peak perfectly complement an indoor Colorado adventure.
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
Angelo’s Taverna, Denver and Littleton
Located on 6th Ave. in downtown Denver. Enjoy classic Italian fare and modern interpretations of your favorites served by passionate people.
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
The Hatch Cover, Colorado Springs
A local favorite, The Hatch Cover is a multi-level bar with fun and food/drink specials for everyone!
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
Off-Bicycle Activities
Echo Lake Lodge, Idaho Springs
13264 Hwy 103 Idaho Springs, CO 80452
Echo Lake Lodge is a Denver Mountain Park property located at 10,600′, about 3,000′ above Idaho Springs, CO and twice the elevation of Denver proper. Major changes have come to Echo Lake Lodge in 2023. Up until 2022, Echo Lake Lodge was a restaurant and gift shop at the start of the Mount Blue Sky Highway and Echo Lake operated by an amazing family business. Going forward, DMP has not indicated if the Lodge will follow the same “open late April through early October each year” schedule. The Lodge was known for excellent breakfast, lunch, dinner, and pies/desserts. Despite the name, lodging is not offered at the Lodge. As of June 10th, 2023, Denver Mountain Parks has not provided updated plans and hours of operation.
Descenders Downhill Mountain Biking Video Game
For those days when staying indoors is best, check out an excellent downhill mountain biking video game that was released in 2019. It’s hard to stop playing once you start! You can download it here for $24.99. Realistic graphics, customizable bicycles and rider gear, and endless course combinations make this a perfect choice for winter, indoor fun, or those days you just can’t get outside due to weather or time constraints!
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater, Morrison
Concert venue, music history museum, and fitness park, Red Rocks has it all. Legends of all musical genres perform here. People get fit here climbing hundreds of stairs and hiking trails!
1UP, 3 locations in Denver
Arcade and bar in one located on Blake Street, Colfax Avenue, and Greenwood Village in Denver. Play stand-up arcade games and group tabletop games while enjoying expertly mixed cocktails and locally brewed beers.
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
Illuzion Glass Galleries, Denver
Glass art/pipe shop that even non-smokers can appreciate. Prices range from $25 to thousands. Visit and you’ll understand why!
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
Mountain Medicinals, Idaho Springs
A family-owned medical and recreational marijuana dispensary with friendly, knowledgeable staff who take time to inform you when you are considering purchasing marijuana products.
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
Igadi, 10 locations throughout the state
Marijuana dispensary serving both recreational and medical customers. Large selection is always a selling point of Igadi’s inventory.
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
Green Dragon, Fort Collins
One of the oldest marijuana dispensaries in the nation! Excellent customer service from knowledgeable budtenders, incredible selection from Colorado and national brands, and great prices. Your one-stop shop in Northern Colorado.
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
AVA Rafting and Zipline, Idaho Springs
Raft down Clear Creek with friendly, experienced guides or soar through the sky on a zipline. You can’t bike every single hour of the day, after all!
Historic Argo Mill and Tunnel, Idaho Springs
Tour a historic gold haulage tunnel and mill! The Argo is a huge tunnel that connected multiple mines in the primetime of the Idaho Springs Mining District’s history. The Argo is soon to be the access point for a gondola taking bikers, hikers, and visitors to the top of Virginia Canyon Mountain Park!
Capital Prize Gold Mine, Georgetown
Tour an active gold mine with activities for visitors of all ages! Break open ore on the hunt for gold and silver. Pan for gold and silver in the fresh Colorado air just outside the mine portal. Open year-round, 7 days a week. The staff is friendly and available to answer any questions you may have. Tell them colorado.bike sent you!
Services and Essentials
This IS Idaho Springs is a great resource for those visiting Idaho Springs in Clear Creek County, only about 45 minutes from downtown Denver. Check out This IS Idaho Springs for ideas on where to eat, stay, and play in Idaho Springs! Exclusive discounts and promotions make the visit to IS affordable for any traveler on any budget!
Dellenbach Subaru/Chevrolet, Fort Collins
If you’d like to borrow a bike while having your vehicle serviced in Fort Collins, stop by Dellenbach Subaru/Chevrolet. They will loan you a bike while you wait for your service to be completed. Sure beats sitting in the waiting room! I’ve biked 10 miles from the dealership while having my truck fixed. Thanks, Dellenbach!
Allied Towing, Idaho Springs
In the unfortunate event your car breaks down or you experience a flat tire or wreck, Allied Towing is ready for the rescue. With 24-hour, year-round towing service, call Allied when your travels are stopped by vehicle related issues. Allied also repairs all makes and models of cars and has gotten me back on the road many times!
Christian Brothers Automotive, Lafayette
If you’re looking for the best vehicle service in Colorado, these folks will provide it. A nationwide company founded on a strong customer-first focus, you will know your vehicle is fixed right the first time and as quickly as possible!
Olde’s Garage, Evergreen
Incredibly helpful folks have kept this repair shop thriving for 103 years. Opened in 1921, Olde’s Garage works on all makes and models and will go the extra mile to make sure your vehicle is returned to you in the best possible condition.
Safeway, Idaho Springs and Evergreen
Shop here for your daily essentials, prescription medications, and all the ingredients for homemade meals. Friendly people and great selection make this colorado.bike’s go-to supermarket. At the Idaho Springs location, a liquor store is next door and Mountain Medicinals dispensary is in the Safeway parking lot!
colorado.bike would like to remind our users we do not recommend the consumption of marijuana or alcohol products before or during your rides.
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