Taste the Rockies at These Restaurants in Granby, CO
You’re sure to work up an appetite after a day exploring Granby, Colorado. From cheesy pizzas to authentic tacos to sizzling steaks, there are plenty of mountain meals that will satisfy right in town. Below, check out just a few of the many awesome restaurants in Granby.
Restaurants in Granby
- Brickhouse 40
- Lina's Pizza
- Grand Azteca Mexican Restaurant
- Debbie's Drive In
- Maverick’s Grille
- Pearl Dragon Restaurant
- The Grille at Grand Elk
Brickhouse 40
As you wander through downtown Granby, you can’t miss the red-brick walls and silverware-studded sign of Brickhouse 40. A newer restaurant that quickly became a local staple, this is the place to go for elevated American and Italian fare. Order up a bowl of their Colorado elk chili for a spicy Western staple covered with sharp cheddar, scallions and a dollop of tangy sour cream. For dinner, dig into the chicken picatta, pan-seared and drenched in a creamy lemon-caper sauce with a hearty side of spinach and fluffy mashed potatoes.
Lina's Pizza
Sometimes after a day exploring the Rockies by foot, ski or bike, the only thing that satisfies is a massive slice of pizza. And in Granby, Lina’s Pizza is the place to go. Family-owned and operated, this shop brings the flavors of the East Coast to the mountains. Take a bite out of The Boulder, sprinkled with spinach, roasted red peppers and savory mushrooms. And if you want to heat things up a bit, opt for the Diavola, with pepperoni, Calabrian chilis, crushed red pepper and habanero.
Grand Azteca Mexican Restaurant
For authentic Mexican flavors, Grand Azteca Mexican Restaurant is one of the best spots in Grand County. Slide into a cozy booth and snack on some tortilla chips with house-made salsa as you peruse the menu. From zesty margaritas with fresh-squeezed lime juice to traditional pozole with tender pork and hominy, you’ll want to try a little bit of everything when you stop in. For dinner, you can’t go wrong with a combination plate, piled high with a crispy relleno, a saucy tamale and a cheesy enchilada.
Debbie's Drive In
One double-meat burger, some crispy fries and a massive vanilla milkshake, please. When you step into Debbie’s Drive-in you feel like you’re stepping back in time to a 1950s carhop. But we recommend you stop inside to see everything this Granby restaurant has to offer. For some salty-sweet action, get a plate of honey-mustard crispy chicken and cheese with lettuce and tomato. Or get a little messy as you chomp into a quarter-pound chili dog with cheese and onions.
Maverick’s Grille
If you’re in the mood for some real Western fare, you’re going to want to mosey over to Maverick’s Grille. Here, the stars of the show are the Colorado delicacies that they do right — like the spicy green chili — best served over a big pile of cheese fries with pico de gallo and sour cream. But there are plenty of other items to sample while you’re sitting at the restaurant’s cozy bar, which is lovingly adorned with both sports memorabilia and an elk mount. In fact, we don’t recommend you leave before trying the extra-crispy chicken-fried steak, smothered in white gravy and beautifully paired with a Colorado draft beer.
Pearl Dragon Restaurant
Frequently touted as the best Chinese food in Colorado by visitors and locals, Pearl Dragon Restaurant is a hidden gem on Fourth Street in Granby. After a day exploring local snowshoe trails or kayaking on Lake Granby, sometimes you just want to call in a big takeout order, bring it home and dig in. Order up some crunchy veggie eggrolls and saucy BBQ-pork spare ribs to start. And of course, you’ll need a huge plate of sweet-and-sour chicken — best served with some iced jasmine boba tea. Keep an eye on their social pages to see what’s on the takeout menu this week.
The Grille at Grand Elk
For a stunning meal with a view, you’re going to want to head to The Grille at Grand Elk Golf Club. Grab a seat by the window and gaze out at the green’s Rocky Mountain backdrop. After a sunny day teeing off at high elevation (where you’ll notice your golf balls go just a little bit further with the thinner air), settle in with a Grand Negroni. Mixed up with Breckenridge Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth and some citrusy orange zest, it’s best sipped alongside one of their entrees. Choose from among their decadent dinner options is the filet mignon wrapped in thick-cut bacon, drizzled with a demi-glace and served with a healthy side of mashers and grilled asparagus.
Other Spots to Check Out
Looking for other great places to eat in Granby? To start your day with a great cup of joe, a homemade breakfast burrito and a few doughnut holes, head to Java Lava. Lunch options are abundant in town too, with spots like Mid Town Café serving up killer grilled-cheese sandwiches stacked with turkey, Swiss and caramelized onions. Or get a meaty French dip from Fat Cat Café stacked high with thin-sliced roast beef and a side of savory au jus. For a lovely apres-ski dinner right by Granby Ranch, slide into Bluebird Bistro for burgers, brick-fired pizzas and pit-smoked barbeque. And the ultimate dessert? A pie from Showboat Drive By Pie. Order up a slice (or a whole pan full!) of sweet and tart mixed-berry pie or a rich chocolate pecan.
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