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Food scene
Same-day reservations are not accepted, but even without the res, the food is worth the wait!
88 locals recommend
Sherpa House Restaurant and Culture Center
1518 Washington AveSame-day reservations are not accepted, but even without the res, the food is worth the wait!
Abejas
807 13th StReservations recommended
Cheese Ranch
601 16th StreetGreat for sandwiches or charcuterie boards. Check out the Red Rocks Box!
Indulge Bistro & Wine Bar
1299 Washington AveCheck out the unique history as the Capitol building of the Colorado Territory!
6 locals recommend
Old Capitol Grill & Smokehouse
1122 Washington AveCheck out the unique history as the Capitol building of the Colorado Territory!
Nosu Ramen
700 12th StRamen with a flair! Check out the Pork Tonkotsu!
Okinawa sushi
1301 Washington AveLow key, located in a 1907 Victorian home. Plenty of outdoor seating.
24 locals recommend
Thai Gold Restaurant
714 14th StLow key, located in a 1907 Victorian home. Plenty of outdoor seating.
Cafe 13
1301 Arapahoe StGreat for breakfast, love the loaded Avo Toast!
Breakfast spot with American and Southwestern comfort food. My favorite is "The Dude!"
16 locals recommend
Golden Diner
700 12th StBreakfast spot with American and Southwestern comfort food. My favorite is "The Dude!"
Anthony's Pizza & Pasta
7472 E 29th AveNew York Style Pizza
Began as a food truck, now has brick and mortar! Great place for individual size pizzas.
Basic Kneads Pizza
Began as a food truck, now has brick and mortar! Great place for individual size pizzas.
Bella Colibri
812 12th StreetElegant Italian
Woody's Wood Fired Pizza
1305 Washington AveGreat Pizza!!
What started as a food truck has become one of the most popular places for breakfast burritos!! Order online to minimize your wait!
35 locals recommend
Bonfire Burritos
2221 Ford StreetWhat started as a food truck has become one of the most popular places for breakfast burritos!! Order online to minimize your wait!
El Dorado Mexican Restaurant
720 Arapahoe StTraditional Mexican, service is quick!!
Regional chain. Great breakfast burritos! FYI, closed on Sundays
122 locals recommend
Santiago's Mexican Restaurant
2505 Federal BoulevardRegional chain. Great breakfast burritos! FYI, closed on Sundays
Voted as one of Yelp's "Top 100 places to eat in the US" in 2019! Great food! The owner is always coming to our table to make sure everything was perfect and we enjoyed our meals!
10 locals recommend
Xicamiti La Taquería Bistro
715 Washington AveVoted as one of Yelp's "Top 100 places to eat in the US" in 2019! Great food! The owner is always coming to our table to make sure everything was perfect and we enjoyed our meals!
Gold Mine Cupcakes
700 12th StFor best selection, arrive early!
D'Deli
1207 Washington AveCounter serve sandwich shop with some interesting combos!
Food Hall
Offers a variety of places to eat, as well as craft beer, wine and cocktails
53 locals recommend
The Golden Mill
1012 Ford StreetOffers a variety of places to eat, as well as craft beer, wine and cocktails
Tributary Food Hall
701 12th StOffers eight local food concepts as well as a full bar
Coffee
Higher Grounds Cafe
803 14th StStarbucks
114 N Rubey DrWindy Saddle Cafe
1110 Washington AveTaverns/Breweries/Distilleries
Wine and beer on tap. Grab a wine slushy...Perfect for those hot summer days!
38 locals recommend
Barrels and Bottles Brewery
600 12th StWine and beer on tap. Grab a wine slushy...Perfect for those hot summer days!
Buffalo Rose
1119 Washington AveGood cocktails, decent food as well. Seasonal menu
In my opinion, best beer in Golden! Best beer in a 7-11 parking lot. :)
50 locals recommend
Cannonball Creek Brewing Company
393 Washington AveIn my opinion, best beer in Golden! Best beer in a 7-11 parking lot. :)
Great food menu, try the Nashville Will's Chicken Sandwich!
12 locals recommend
Colorado Plus 49 Cidery & Pub
1100 Arapahoe StGreat food menu, try the Nashville Will's Chicken Sandwich!
It was the Second Largest Brewery in Golden, behind Coors. Began and still is located in someone's backyard!
66 locals recommend
Golden City Brewery
920 12th StIt was the Second Largest Brewery in Golden, behind Coors. Began and still is located in someone's backyard!
Golden Moon Speak
1111 Miner's AlleyGreat drinks!
Golden Moon Distillery - Maison
412 Violet StHolidaily Brewing Company
801 Brickyard CirLooking for Gluten-free beer? This is the place!
Miners Saloon
1109 Miner's AlleyGreat cocktails!
Mountain Toad Brewing
900 Washington AveBrewery located downtown! Beers are strong!
Great brewery...good beer, live music, + great views!
101 locals recommend
New Terrain Brewing Company
16401 Table Mountain PkwyGreat brewery...good beer, live music, + great views!
State 38 Distilling
400 Corporate CirOutdoor Activities
Multiple trails easily accessible from the house. Great views of downtown Golden!
23 locals recommend
South Table Top Mountain
Multiple trails easily accessible from the house. Great views of downtown Golden!
Trails just a short car ride away. Perfect place for a good work out, rewarded with great views! Difficulty level moderate to advanced.
86 locals recommend
North Table Mountain Park
4788 CO-93Trails just a short car ride away. Perfect place for a good work out, rewarded with great views! Difficulty level moderate to advanced.
35 miles of trails spanning 12,000 acres. Come when the Aspens light up in gold during the fall, or when the wildflowers bloom to life in the spring.
21 locals recommend
Golden Gate Canyon State Park Visitor Center
92 Co Rd 7035 miles of trails spanning 12,000 acres. Come when the Aspens light up in gold during the fall, or when the wildflowers bloom to life in the spring.
For something less difficult that can be accessed right in town. One of the most popular trails, offering spectacular views in any season!
45 locals recommend
Clear Creek Trail
For something less difficult that can be accessed right in town. One of the most popular trails, offering spectacular views in any season!
Triceratops Trail
Great for families. Check out the fossilized triceratops prints!
Sightseeing
Colorado Railroad Museum
17155 W 44th AveLearn some interesting history about the city of Golden. Admission is free!
34 locals recommend
Golden History Museum
923 10th StLearn some interesting history about the city of Golden. Admission is free!
Boettcher Mansion-Lookout Mt
900 Colorow RdHistoric Mountaintop estate, built in 1917.
Internationally renowned and geologically formed Amphitheatre! Enjoy gorgeous panoramic views of Denver. Check out the Colorado Music Hall of Fame and the surrounding trails inside the Park!
1973 locals recommend
Red Rocks amphitheater
18300 West Alameda ParkwayInternationally renowned and geologically formed Amphitheatre! Enjoy gorgeous panoramic views of Denver. Check out the Colorado Music Hall of Fame and the surrounding trails inside the Park!