Colorado is a “weird” state, so it should come as no surprise that nearly every community has its own wacky and one-of-a-kind attractions. If you are looking for all of the above in a restaurant, however, there is only one place to go, which is the kitschy and fun Rock Rest Lodge:

Located in Golden, the Rock Rest Lodge is a can't-miss bar and grill that is home to an upbeat ambiance, cold drinks, tasty bites, and... a rhino?
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"From the deepest part of the Congo to the picturesque mountain town of golden Colorado, it’s been a long strange trip for Murray the rhino," explains Rock Rest when referring to its mascot, which goes on to tell of how the rhino became a pet to William Randolph Hearst before becoming the guardian of the Lodge.
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In addition to the iconic Murray, the Rock Rest Lodge - which was established in 1907 - features even more quirky decor, plus games, special events, and a plethora of famous patrons.
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Louis Armstrong and Keith Richards have both visited the Rock Rest! 

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In terms of food, the Rock Rest specializes in greasy bar fare (a la nachos and wings), plus burgers, soup and salad, BBQ, pizza, and burgers.
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Are you thirsty? The Rock Rest Lodge can help with that, too!
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To learn more about the super fun Rock Rest Lodge, please visit their website.
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The Rock Rest Lodge is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.
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Rock Rest Lodge, 16005 Mt Vernon Rd, Golden, CO 80401, USA