Dine in Salida
Salida punches well above its weight for dining - a vibrant food and craft beer scene fueled by a creative community and adventurers refueling for the next day.
Dining in the Royal Gorge Region
1 hour east of Salida - where every adventure ends with great food and drinks
American Dining · Cañon City
Whitewater Bar & Grill
Premier dining in the Royal Gorge region
Cañon City's most beloved restaurant - where every Royal Gorge adventure ends. Hearty American comfort food, local craft beers on tap, and a lively atmosphere packed with guides, locals, and visitors. The smoked brisket is legendary. Located on Hwy 50 West, minutes from the river put-out.
Rooftop Bar & Restaurant · Cañon City
Rooftop Social
Cañon City's rooftop dining experience
Panoramic views of the city and surrounding mountains from Cañon City's only rooftop bar. Craft cocktails, local beers, and elevated bar bites and entrees. The perfect spot to end an adventure day in style - located downtown, just a short drive from the Royal Gorge.
Restaurants & Breweries in Salida
From post-rafting burritos to candlelit dinners - Salida's got you covered
Soulcraft Brewing
$$Award-winning craft brewery with rotating seasonal taps, a dog-friendly taproom, and live music. A Salida institution on Rainbow Blvd.
Amicas Pizza & Microbrewery
$$Salida institution since 2002 - wood-fired artisan pizzas with house-made dough, house-brewed craft beers, and a loyal local following. The quintessential Salida dining experience.
Moonlight Pizza & Brewpub
$$Local favorite for hand-tossed pizzas and an impressive Colorado craft beer selection. Relaxed atmosphere, great patio.
The Boathouse Cantina
$$The best patio in Salida - riverside seating right on the Arkansas River with views of the Collegiate Peaks. Quality Mexican food, house-made guacamole, and the best margaritas in town.
Shavano
$$$Salida's top-rated restaurant - voted Best Restaurant at the 2025 Mountain Mail Best of Salida Awards. Seasonal farm-to-table cuisine named for the iconic 14er. Weekend brunch and dinner service. Reservations recommended.
Elevation Beer Company
Elevation Beer Company
$$Poncha Springs craft brewery minutes from Salida, known for Belgian-influenced and sour ales. Rotating taproom selection and a popular outdoor space.
Tres Litros Beer Works
$Beloved Salida nano-brewery with a warm, community taproom. Creative small-batch beers and a welcoming local atmosphere.
Currents Steaks & Seafood
Currents Steaks & Seafood
$$$Prime cuts and fresh seafood in an upscale setting on N F Street. A reliable choice for a special dinner or post-adventure splurge in the heart of downtown Salida.
Worth the Drive - Royal Gorge Region
Raft Class IV-V rapids, zipline 1,200 feet above the canyon, dine at a local icon, or glamp under canyon walls. An easy day trip from Salida.
Royal Gorge Rafting
World-class whitewater rafting, just 1 hour east of Salida. Class IV-V Royal Gorge section trips.
Royal Gorge Zipline Tours
Colorado's most thrilling zipline experience - soar 1,200 feet above the Royal Gorge canyon.
Royal Gorge Vacation Rentals
Luxury lodging near the Royal Gorge - yurts, cabins, and Airstreams. The ultimate basecamp.
Royal Gorge Adventure Hub
The ultimate adventure hub - rafting, zipline, and lodging packages near Cañon City.
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