Darin’s guidebook for Estes and RMNP
Breakfast
Notchtop Bakery & Cafe
459 E Wonderview AveGreat breakfast, gluten free options
The Egg of Estes
393 E Elkhorn AveYummy breakfast!
Claire's On the Park
225 Park LnGreat breakfast!
Lunch
The Sandwich Mafia
100 Cleave StreetDelicious sandwiches for a quick lunch
Boss Burgers and Gyros
861 Moraine AveGreat quick lunch
Antonio's Real New York Pizza
1560 Big Thompson AveBest pizza in Estes
Dinner
Delicious chicken, great atmosphere, in the Stanley Hotel Complex -reservations helpful
The Post Chicken & Beer - Estes Park
333 East Wonderview AvenueDelicious chicken, great atmosphere, in the Stanley Hotel Complex -reservations helpful
Sweet Basilico Cafe
430 Prospect Village DrAmazing Italian, gluten free options, reservations helpful
Amazing steaks, just a mile down the road, amazing river views, go early or make a reservation
Nicky's Resort
1360 Fall River RdAmazing steaks, just a mile down the road, amazing river views, go early or make a reservation
Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Tap House
820 Moraine AveGreat BBQ
Authentic Mexican, interior of restaurant could use some love, delicious food and great take out
7 locals recommend
El Mex-Kal Family Mexican
160 1st StAuthentic Mexican, interior of restaurant could use some love, delicious food and great take out
Dunraven Inn
1700 Colorado Peaks DriveAuthentic Estes, amazing steaks, old charm
Bird & Jim
915 Moraine AveFancy, great for a date night, specialty cocktails, great atmosphere
Shopping
Great place to take your family, get off of your phones, play games in store, maybe head home with a fun puzzle or game, a MUST for families
Frames Games & Things Unnamed
440 East Elkhorn AvenueGreat place to take your family, get off of your phones, play games in store, maybe head home with a fun puzzle or game, a MUST for families
Sightseeing
Baldwin Park
271 Ivy StreetGreat little park by the river!
Bond Park
170 MacGregor AveOften festivals, art shows, picnic tables, great place to grab to go food and eat!
Nice golf course, BEST part is it is often full of elk at sunset, take a walk over!
7 locals recommend
Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course
690 Big Thompson AveNice golf course, BEST part is it is often full of elk at sunset, take a walk over!
All of the brochures, maps, and information you need! Also a great place to go walk around the lake and see elk!
19 locals recommend
Estes Park Visitor Center
500 Big Thompson AveAll of the brochures, maps, and information you need! Also a great place to go walk around the lake and see elk!
Estes Park Aerial Tramway Top Terminal
Enjoy AMAZING views on this Tramway!
Fun City
455 Prospect Village DrGreat stop to let your kids get their wiggles out!
Mustang Mountain Coaster
1180 Dry Gulch RdSUPER fun adventure!
Estes Park Ride-A-Kart
2250 Big Thompson AveMore fun for the family!
National Park Gateway Stables
4600 Fall River RdThe best horseback riding tours!
Estes Park ATV Rentals
222 E Elkhorn AveEnjoy a mountain adventure!
Super fun for families/large groups, if you've never tried one, once you do you will be hooked!
Estes Park Massage
517 Big Thompson AveSuper fun for families/large groups, if you've never tried one, once you do you will be hooked!
Desserts
Estes Park
Delicious homemade fudge, ice cream, and tons of candy!
The Taffy Shop
121 W Elkhorn AveWatch them make homemade taffy, great for families!
The Sundae Saloon
125 Moraine AvenueGotta go here for ice cream!