343 Main St., Carbondale, CO, 81602

WHY WE LOVE IT: Chef/owner Mark Fischer is so down-to-earth and passionate about his food, and this spot is so lovingly decorated, that everything about the place is comfy and easy to enjoy. Local produce, organics when possible, sensible flavor match-ups — it ... more

241 Harris St., Basalt, CO, 81621

Satiate your barbecue addiction at this vestige of smoke in Basalt.

2404 S. Glen Ave., Glenwood Springs, CO, 81601

26 S. Third St., Carbondale, CO, 81602

WHY WE LOVE IT: A local fave. Meet’n’greets abound, especially on Saturday mornings servers seem to know half the diners by name. Homemade pies with mile-high meringues on display tempt folks waiting for tables. WHAT TO GET: McHuevos, two eggs with mushrooms ... more