From dining to recreation, these are the spots around Grand Lake that we recommend.

Sagebrush BBQ & Grill

1101 Grand Ave . (970) 627-1404

7am - 9pm Mon, Tues, Weds, Thurs, Sun. 7am - 10pm Fri & Sat.

$$ - Open year round. Great family atmosphere. Menu has something for everyone - BBQ, burgers, steak, game, salads, sandwiches ... and there is a daily lunch & nightly dinner special. Can be very busy year round, call ahead.

https://www.sagebrushbbq.com/

Jump Start

1141 Grand Ave . 970-797-8236 

Open Daily 7am - 7pm

$ - Great coffee drinks, coffee accessories, loose leaf tea, & gifts

http://jump-start.business.site/

Blue Water Bakery

928 Grand Ave . (970) 627-5416

Open 7 days a week . Breakfast is served from 6am to 11:30am. Lunch is served from 11:30am to 3pm . Coffee, drinks and pastries available until 5pm. Seasonal hours may apply

$$ - Great breakfast & lunch options! Enjoy your meal inside, at one of the several tables outside, or stroll down to the lake for a meal with a view. Try the Grizzled, Gnarly, Old, Granby Cowpoke Burrito!

http://bluewaterbakery.com/

Miyauchi's Snack Bar

1029 Lake Ave 

Open Daily (Summer Only) 11am - 8:30pm

$ - Perfect spot near the lake for a homemade icecream, snack, or lunch!

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Miyauchis-Snack-Bar/506100572895494

Polly's Sweet Shop

1106 Grand Ave 

Open Daily (Summer Only) 11am - 9pm

$ - Soft serve ice cream, salt water taffy, shaved ice. Try the Tiger's Blood (no tigers were harmed to make this flavor)

Dairy King

629 Grand Ave . (970) 627-3183

Open Daily (Summer Only) 11am - 10:30pm

$ - Classic snack bar. Great burgers, homemade fries & onion rings! Ice cream, shakes, & malts. Fast casual, indoor & outdoor seating, To Go.

 Squeaky B's

1000 Grand Ave . (970) 798-8221

11-8pm Mon, Tues, Thurs, Sun 11-8:30pm Fri & Sat, Closed Wed

NEW! Handmade premium burgers, brats, farm salads, extreme milkshakes & crafted drinks. Outdoor beer garden is family and pet friendly

https://www.squeakybs.com/

World's End Brewpub

813 Grand Ave . (970) 509-9970 

Winter Hours: 2-8pm Wed & Thurs, 12-9pm Fri & Sat, 12-8pm Sun, Closed Mon & Tues

NEW! 10 seasonal rotating local beers on tap, great pubgrub, full bar. Happy Hour daily from 3-6pm, $2 off wines, drinks, & most beers - Free nacho boat with drink purchase! Love the patio in the summer

worldsendbrewpub.com

Cy's Deli

717 Grand Ave . (970) 627 - 3354

(SUMMER ONLY) 8am - 4pm Mon Tues Weds Thurs Sun, 8am - 8pm Fri & Sat, Closed Tues

$ - Our favorite spot for a grab-n-go breakfast burrito. Great fresh sandwiches. Call ahead to place your order To Go. Indoor & Outdoor seating. Tip: Planning a picnic? Cy's will pack all your sides and sandwiches to go!

https://www.cysdeli.com/

Sloopy's Grill

39 Co Rd 48 . (970) 627-8182

Open Daily (Call for seasonal hours) 11am - 7pm

$ - Just outside RMNP, Sloopy's is a great option before or after your adventures! Perfect for breakfast, lunch & dinner. To Go, Indoor & Outdoor seating.

http://www.sloopysgrill.com/

White Buffalo Pizza (formerly Grumpy's Saloon)

913 Grand Ave . (970) 627-0123

Open Daily 11am - 2am

$$ - Delicious brick oven pizza, kid-friendly. See Yelp for a photo of the menu. To Go, indoor & some outdoor seating. Come back without the kids in the evening for adult beverages, games & music. 

Grand Pizza

1131 Grand Ave . (970) 627-8390

Call for hours

$$ - Apps, Pizza, Salads. Hours vary, call ahead. 

O-A Bistro

200 W Portal Rd (located in the lower level of Gateway Inn) . (970) 627-5080

Fri - Tues 7am - 11am, 4:30pm - 9pm. Closed Wed & Thurs. Call for seasonal hours.

$$ - O-A is our go to restaurant for date night or brunch! The food is exceptional, as is the wine list. Enjoy tapas on the patio overlooking Mt. Baldy, or indulge with a 2 or 6 course dinner. Dinner menu changes weekly, visit their website for current menu and holiday menus. Reservations recommended.

http://o-abistro.com/

Stillwater Grill

9921 US-34 . (970) 627-4929

Wed - Sun 5pm - 9pm, closed Mon & Tues

$$ - Located just 12 minutes from the village. Delicious brick oven pizza, as well as French inspired cuisine. Call ahead or visit their website to see if there is live music or a special menu. Reservations recommended.

http://www.stillwatergrill.net/

Grand Lake Bike Co.

347 West Portal Rd . (970) 364-0169

Rent cruiser bikes to explore the town, beach, neighborhoods, and take in the beautiful mountain scenery!

Walk-ins & reservations accepted. They'll even deliver your bikes right to your cabin! 

https://www.grandlakebikeco.com/

 Lariat Bar

1121 Grand Ave . (970) 627-9965

12pm - 2am, holiday hours may vary

$$ - Local hangout. Some bar food available. Live music. Fun mountain bar vibe most nights