Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Glenwood Springs

A welcome addition to Colorado's dining scene, The Pullman is an exciting venture by renowned chef Mark Fischer, a name behind quite a few successful dining establishments. Mark brings the same flair and passion for good food to downtown Glenwood Springs in a relaxed and sophisticated environment, featuring a menu inspired by nouveau American cuisine. Each dish is a showcase of seasonal ingredients and authentic flavors, and some of the stand-out entrees include Natural Roast Chicken, Autumn Vegetable Cianfotta, Grilled Hanger Steak, Duck Meatloaf and Pan Seared Diver Scallops. Clean, simple and elegant interiors exude an understated charm and make for an idyllic venue for leisurely brunch, lunch dates, casual family dinners and night-outs. The experience is enhanced by a handpicked wine list and selection of artisan beers and cocktails. Reserve ahead to make the most.

A venture by renowned Chef Javier Gonzalez-Bringas, a native Castilian himself, Tempranillo brings regional Spanish and Italian cuisine to this quaint mountain community. Casually sophisticated and ethnically inspired, the restaurant presents an idyllic venue for every occasion. The menu intends to please even the most discerning foodies with authentic dishes like Bocadillo Albondigas, Pan Cot Tomata, Pollo Piccata, Veal Marsala and Pastrami Picanate. A separate Tapas-style menu is also offered along with a handpicked wine list that perfectly complements the small and large plates. The overall experience is worth every buck and will certainly enhance your visit to Basalt, so reserve ahead.

Russo's pizza is a simple, family-run pizza joint that serves up some delicious NY style pizza and succulent wings. While certainly not as refined as an upscale Italian pizzeria, Russo's pizza is head and shoulders above the greasy fare dished out at the average pizza place. The menu features the usual favorites like the classic cheese slice with toppings including pepperoni, meatballs, roasted peppers and jalapenos, alongside speciality pies like the Glenwood with Sliced Italian Meatball, Sliced Italian Sausage, Pepperoni, Canadian Bacon, Mozzarella & Russo's Pizza Sauce. The pizzeria is quite popular, and is often crowded over the weekends with hungry diners. The service is exactly what you would expect at a family-run pizzeria – friendly, genuine and sincere. Russo's also offers convenient take-away and delivery option for those days when you just want to dine in your pyjamas.