Best Places To Find 5 Classic Foods Famous in Colorado
Searching for some of Colorado's signature foods on the Western Slope? We've got you covered with some great restaurant recommendations right here in Grand Junction, along with some sharing suggestions from the menu.
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Colorado Rocky Mountain Oysters
Made famous right here in Colorado, Rocky Mountain Oysters are deep-fried bull, bison, or calf testicles.
Order It Here: Fly'n Roosters are located at 200 Grand Ave #2 in Grand Junction. If you love wings and pub food favorites, you probably already love eating at Roosters. Did you know they do Rocky Mountain Oysters, too? Find them on the appetizer menu at five pieces for about $12.
Colorado Mountain Pie
Colorado-style pizza is made in the style of a deep-dish pizza with lots of cheese and sauce. Colorado Mountain Pie is made with a thick braided crust, often dipped or infused with honey.
Order It Here: Beau Jo's in Steamboat Springs. Mountain Pies by Beau Jo's is a great place to try authentic Colorado-style pizza. With just a handful of locations, it's worth stopping if one is nearby. Search their seven Colorado locations here.
Colorado Lamb
Colorado free-range lamb is a popular entrée for its flavor and texture. Colorado lamb meat is tender and loaded with flavor, and the meat is often a bit leaner due to the rugged terrain.
Order It Here: The Winery Restaurant in Grand Junction is located in the historic downtown area at 642 Main Street. It's one of Grand Junction's oldest restaurants, and lamb lovers say their all-natural Colorado lamb chops are the best in town.
Colorado Green Chili
You do not have to be in Colorado very long before you are going to encounter Green Chile. Coloradans enjoy this spicey Chile by itself or on top of almost anything, such as pork, burritos, and hamburgers.
Order It Here: How about a big plate of Green Chile Enchiladas? You can find them at Grand Junction's Pufferbelly Restaurant on 1st Street.
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Colorado Peaches
Palisade Peaches taste great in so many ways and are available all over the valley. You can find them featured on menus all over the Western Slope or by visiting the orchards and fruit stands in Palisade.
Order It Here: Pêche Restaurant in Palisade is located at 336 Main Street. If you love peaches, Pêche finds a way to feature them on the menu no matter the season.
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