The best restaurants in Routt County

37 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Yampa Valley Kitchen keeps it fresh with creative brunch and dinner plates that feel like a treat but still taste like home. This week,…

207 9th St (Steamboat Springs)

Yampa Valley Kitchen keeps it fresh with creative brunch and dinner plates that feel like a treat but still taste like home. This week, think Avocado Toast that actually hits, the Achiote Rooster fried chicken sammy, and a legit Steak Au Poivre, with ingredients that nod to Elk River Livestock and Hayden Fresh Farm.

From the Routt County newsletter, August 4, 2026

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When you need a proper mountain pie, Beau Jo's Colorado Style Pizza brings that thick, chewy crust stacked with toppings and the local…

704 Lincoln Ave (Steamboat Springs)

When you need a proper mountain pie, Beau Jo's Colorado Style Pizza brings that thick, chewy crust stacked with toppings and the local Yampa Valley honey finish that somehow makes the last bite the best. Gluten-free, veggie, or pasta-and-salad friends are covered too, so everyone wins.

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Longtime family-run joint offering hand-tossed pizza by the pie or slice, plus wings & hoagies.

57 10th St (Steamboat Springs)

Longtime family-run joint offering hand-tossed pizza by the pie or slice, plus wings & hoagies.

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Traditional sushi and Chinese staples, along with some fusion dishes, are plated in this laid-back venue.

720 Lincoln Ave (Steamboat Springs)

Traditional sushi and Chinese staples, along with some fusion dishes, are plated in this laid-back venue.

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Savory American dishes & artisanal craft cocktails in a contemporary setting with a lively chef's counter.

345 Lincoln Ave (Steamboat Springs)

Savory American dishes & artisanal craft cocktails in a contemporary setting with a lively chef's counter.

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Casual eatery for burgers, grilled fare and fried staples, plus shakes.

2093 Curve Plaza #101 (Steamboat Springs)

Casual eatery for burgers, grilled fare and fried staples, plus shakes.

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The Corner Slice

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Low-key local restaurant providing thin-crust, NYC-style pizza by the pie or slice, plus draft beer.

635 Lincoln Ave N (Steamboat Springs)

Low-key local restaurant providing thin-crust, NYC-style pizza by the pie or slice, plus draft beer.

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The Paramount

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Breakfast & lunch cafe with a mountainside patio serving sandwiches, salads, juices & cocktails.

1865 Ski Time Square Dr (Steamboat Springs)

Breakfast & lunch cafe with a mountainside patio serving sandwiches, salads, juices & cocktails.

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Traditional Vietnamese restaurant with a mixed menu featuring some Chinese & Thai fare plus sushi.

635 Lincoln Ave (Steamboat Springs)

Traditional Vietnamese restaurant with a mixed menu featuring some Chinese & Thai fare plus sushi.

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Cozy breakfast & lunch standby featuring American cafe fare & a garden patio overlooking a creek.

131 11th St (Steamboat Springs)

Cozy breakfast & lunch standby featuring American cafe fare & a garden patio overlooking a creek.

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Casual place, for pizza, calzones and other selections, that also offers delivery.

1885 Elk River Rd (Steamboat Springs)

Casual place, for pizza, calzones and other selections, that also offers delivery.

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Hypnotic Chicken

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Casual chicken joint featuring a drive-thru and a patio, with beer on tap.

255 Anglers Dr Unit A (Steamboat Springs)

Casual chicken joint featuring a drive-thru and a patio, with beer on tap.

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Family-friendly spot for pizza & other casual Italian meals in a simple, warm-toned setting.

917 Lincoln Ave (Steamboat Springs)

Family-friendly spot for pizza & other casual Italian meals in a simple, warm-toned setting.

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Café Diva

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Hearty New American dining, with some game & vegetarian options, in a relaxed yet elegant space.

1855 Ski Time Square Dr (Steamboat Springs)

Hearty New American dining, with some game & vegetarian options, in a relaxed yet elegant space.

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Full-service option with casual vibes serving burgers (with vegan and gluten-free options) in addition to salads, wings, fries, and beer.

2500 Village Dr Unit 201 (Steamboat Springs)

Full-service option with casual vibes serving burgers (with vegan and gluten-free options) in addition to salads, wings, fries, and beer.

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Smoked meat eats such as brisket, pulled pork and ribs are served alongside burgers.

751 Yampa St (Steamboat Springs)

Smoked meat eats such as brisket, pulled pork and ribs are served alongside burgers.

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All-day American fare, milkshakes & microbrews served in 1950-style digs with counter & patio seats.

738 Lincoln Ave (Steamboat Springs)

All-day American fare, milkshakes & microbrews served in 1950-style digs with counter & patio seats.

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Blue Sage Pizza

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Laid-back pizzeria offering deep-dish, thin-crust & classic pies, plus wings, salad & beer.

690 Marketplace Plaza (Steamboat Springs)

Laid-back pizzeria offering deep-dish, thin-crust & classic pies, plus wings, salad & beer.

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Rustic-chic kitchen serving charcuterie & globally inspired small plates, plus craft cocktails.

127 11th St (Steamboat Springs)

Rustic-chic kitchen serving charcuterie & globally inspired small plates, plus craft cocktails.

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Stylish restaurant serving smoothies, burgers, and salads for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

1117 Lincoln Ave (Steamboat Springs)

Stylish restaurant serving smoothies, burgers, and salads for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Indonesian dishes along with other Southeast Asian fare in an intimate setting with exotic decor.

80477, 1106 Lincoln Ave (Steamboat Springs)

Indonesian dishes along with other Southeast Asian fare in an intimate setting with exotic decor.

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Unfussy, rustic counter-serve eatery offering Greek fare such as gyros, salads & baklava.

635 Lincoln Ave (Steamboat Springs)

Unfussy, rustic counter-serve eatery offering Greek fare such as gyros, salads & baklava.

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Relaxed post-ski hangout offering New American fare, a happy-hour deals & a festive vibe.

One Steamboat Place, 2250 Apres Ski Way (Steamboat Springs)

Relaxed post-ski hangout offering New American fare, a happy-hour deals & a festive vibe.

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Casual, cheery restaurant for Pan-Asian cuisine, including sushi rolls, plus sake martinis.

941 Lincoln Ave (Steamboat Springs)

Casual, cheery restaurant for Pan-Asian cuisine, including sushi rolls, plus sake martinis.

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Salt & Lime

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Upbeat Mexican hangout with a rooftop patio serving classic eats with beer, cocktails & tequila.

628 Lincoln Ave (Steamboat Springs)

Upbeat Mexican hangout with a rooftop patio serving classic eats with beer, cocktails & tequila.

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Taco Cabo

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Mexican classics are served all day at this laid-back option with a playful vibe.

729 Yampa St (Steamboat Springs)

Mexican classics are served all day at this laid-back option with a playful vibe.

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Besame Steamboat

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String lights & colorful art lend a romantic vibe to this buzzy venue for refined Latin-fusion fare.

818 Lincoln Ave (Steamboat Springs)

String lights & colorful art lend a romantic vibe to this buzzy venue for refined Latin-fusion fare.

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Easygoing restaurant serving Alabama-style pulled pork & other meats smoked in-house.

1898 Kamar Plaza (Steamboat Springs)

Easygoing restaurant serving Alabama-style pulled pork & other meats smoked in-house.

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Guests choose & grill their own steaks & seafood at this roomy, Western-style venue with a full bar.

50 8th St (Steamboat Springs)

Guests choose & grill their own steaks & seafood at this roomy, Western-style venue with a full bar.

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Breakfast favorites, from homemade biscuits to burritos, in a comfy setting.

2093 Curve Plaza (Steamboat Springs)

Breakfast favorites, from homemade biscuits to burritos, in a comfy setting.

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Harwigs

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Seasonal, locally sourced French dishes with modern twists & a lengthy wine list in a chic space.

911 Lincoln Ave (Steamboat Springs)

Seasonal, locally sourced French dishes with modern twists & a lengthy wine list in a chic space.

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E3 Chophouse

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All the cuts of meat served at this steakhouse come from the family ranch in Kansas.

701 Yampa St (Steamboat Springs)

All the cuts of meat served at this steakhouse come from the family ranch in Kansas.

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American breakfast & lunch dishes & a full bar offered in straightforward cafe digs.

145 Trafalger Dr (Steamboat Springs)

American breakfast & lunch dishes & a full bar offered in straightforward cafe digs.

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Back Door Grill

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Casual, funky eatery serving classic & creative burgers, hand-cut fries, beer & more.

825 Oak St (Steamboat Springs)

Casual, funky eatery serving classic & creative burgers, hand-cut fries, beer & more.

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American basics & drinks served in a circa-1904 former hotel with live-music nights & a dance floor.

600 Lincoln Ave (Steamboat Springs)

American basics & drinks served in a circa-1904 former hotel with live-music nights & a dance floor.

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Brick

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Upbeat pizzeria with outdoor seating whipping up wood-fired, Neapolitan-style pies, pastas & more.

1195 Bangtail Way (Steamboat Springs)

Upbeat pizzeria with outdoor seating whipping up wood-fired, Neapolitan-style pies, pastas & more.

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Breakfast dishes and lunch sandwiches as well as pancakes, waffles and French toast are served at this casual fixture.

325 Anglers Dr (Steamboat Springs)

Breakfast dishes and lunch sandwiches as well as pancakes, waffles and French toast are served at this casual fixture.

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