These 11 Longest-Standing Restaurants In Colorado Are Still Around For A Reason
Seeing as though I am from Colorado, I may just be a tad biased, but… I just so happen to think that the Centennial State has some of the best cuisine in the world. If you beg to differ—or have never had the pleasure of trying one of our many unique establishments—try these iconic dishes from one of the 11 oldest restaurants in the state:
Please note, The Red Onion is temporarily closed.


Founded: 1893
What to Order: Rocky Mountain Oysters (trust us on this one).
What to Order: Rocky Mountain Oysters (trust us on this one).
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Founded: 1958
What to Order: Pizza (with whatever toppings your heart desires).
What to Order: Pizza (with whatever toppings your heart desires).


Founded: 1892.
What to Order: Panko Crusted Pork Schnitzel in a lemon caper sauce.
What to Order: Panko Crusted Pork Schnitzel in a lemon caper sauce.


Founded: 1963
What to Order: The Fort’s Game Plate (with an Elk chop, Buffalo sirloin medallion, and a grilled teriyaki Quail).
What to Order: The Fort’s Game Plate (with an Elk chop, Buffalo sirloin medallion, and a grilled teriyaki Quail).
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Founded: 1904
What to Order: Cedar River Farms 100% All Natural "Prime" Bone-In Ribeye.
What to Order: Cedar River Farms 100% All Natural "Prime" Bone-In Ribeye.


Founded: 1886
What to Order: Wings and beer, of course!
What to Order: Wings and beer, of course!

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Founded: 1895
What to Order: French Toast with mixed berries.
What to Order: French Toast with mixed berries.


Founded: 1933
What to Order: A size-of-your-face cinnamon roll.
What to Order: A size-of-your-face cinnamon roll.


Founded: 1972
What to Order: Fried calamari & artichokes appetizer.
What to Order: Fried calamari & artichokes appetizer.
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Founded: 1862
What to Order: Steak (duh).
What to Order: Steak (duh).


Founded: 1901
What to Order: Saloon Mixed Grill (pictured with the Quail, Pato Veracruz, or a rack of Pancho Villa's Ribs).
What to Order: Saloon Mixed Grill (pictured with the Quail, Pato Veracruz, or a rack of Pancho Villa's Ribs).
Learn even more about these historic restaurants by clicking on These 11 Old Restaurants In Colorado Have Stood The Test Of Time.
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