Welcome to your local’s guide to the best restaurants in Grand Junction, Colorado. I’ve dined out regularly during the 6+ years that I’ve lived in Grand Junction, for everything from date nights, to family brunches, to work dinners. All of the restaurants in this guide are places that I’ve eaten at multiple times and would recommend to friends and family.
For being a relatively small city, I think Grand Junction has a pretty solid restaurant scene. While you won’t find new award-winning restaurants opening every weekend, there are tons of great options that can become your mainstays. This guide features what I would consider to be the best restaurants in Grand Junction, including the best breakfast and brunch spots, best dinner spots, best breweries, best pizza and takeout spots, and the best coffee, bakery, and dessert spots.
Please keep in mind that the “best” restaurants are going to be subjective. These are all restaurants that I personally love, but there are still quite a few restaurants around Grand Junction that I haven’t been to. If your favorite isn’t included, leave a comment so I can check it out!
Table of Content: Best Restaurants in Grand Junction, Colorado
Best Breakfast & Brunch Restaurants in Grand Junction
1. Cafe Sol
My number one go-to weekend brunch spot in Grand Junction is Cafe Sol. Located downtown on Main Street, Cafe Sol sources most of its organic ingredients locally and serves up a variety of fresh and tasty plates, including lots of vegetarian options. In addition to their weekend brunch menu, Cafe Sol also has a lunch menu during the week that features sandwiches and salads.
Location: Google Maps
2. Main Street Bagels
For the best bagels in western Colorado, head to Main Street Bagels in downtown Grand Junction. They make all of their bagels in-house, and as an ex-New Yorker I can say they’re legit. My go-to order is a toasted crunch bagel with butter, while my husband is a huge fan of their cinnamon rolls. Main Street Bagels is closed on Sundays, so if you go on a Saturday morning prepare for a line!
Location: Google Maps
3. Dream Cafe
If you’re looking for a classic brunch spot with a whole menu of mimosas on tap, then head to Dream Cafe. Located on Main Street in downtown Grand Junction, Dream Cafe is one of the most popular restaurants in town for a brunch date.
I highly recommend the cinnamon roll French toast for a delicious start to your day. It’s as decadent as it sounds, and comes with eggs and potatoes, so it’s the perfect meal for brunch if you want something salty and sweet.
Location: Google Maps
4. Ocotillo
Located inside of the Redlands Mesa Golf Club, Ocotillo has arguably the best patio views in Grand Junction. While Ocotillo serves dinner every day of the week, its weekend brunch can’t be missed. With menu items like hot honey chicken and waffles, and eggs benedict, you can enjoy a delicious brunch with amazing views.
Location: Google Maps
5. Alarado Biscuit Company
Located inside of a food truck next to the Mesa Mall, the Alarado Biscuit Company serves up a delicious brunch menu with fried chicken and waffles, biscuit sandwiches, and more. It’s a great option for breakfast on the go if you’re looking for something hearty and delicious.
Alarado Biscuit Company’s Menu
Location: Google Maps
6. Spoons Bistro & Bakery
Spoons Bistro & Bakery is located inside the Hope West Hospice Center, but is open to the public to dine. It’s a counter-service restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating, and a robust breakfast and weekend brunch menu. I recommend getting the French toast, which comes with cinnamon honey butter.
Location: Google Maps
Best Dinner Restaurants in Grand Junction
7. Devil’s Kitchen
Located on the top floor of the Hotel Maverick, Devil’s Kitchen is one of Grand Junction’s tastiest upscale restaurants with a patio that offers some of the best views in town. Whenever my husband and I have guests visiting from out of town, this is where we take them. The menu changes seasonally and features a wide variety of cuisines. If you have a sweet tooth, you have to order the bananas foster for dessert, which is cooked table side.
*Note: I have been hosted for dinner at Devil’s Kitchen before, but I have also dined there on my own numerous times!
Did You Know? Devil’s Kitchen is named after a popular hiking trail in Colorado National Monument!
Location: Google Maps
8. Bin 707 Foodbar
If you’re looking for a trendy and upscale restaurant that you would expect to find in a major city, then check out Bin 707 Foodbar. Located on Main Street in downtown Grand Junction, Bin 707 serves up a seasonal menu featuring local ingredients and creative flavor combinations. In addition to a robust drink menu, Bin also offers a variety of mocktails, including a nonalcoholic espresso martini, and my personal favorite, the sage sour.
Location: Google Maps
9. Ristorante Pantusso
There are a few tasty Italian restaurants around Grand Junction, but my personal favorite is Ristorante Pantusso. They recently moved locations to the Redlands and the new restaurant is everything you would want from a friendly neighborhood Italian joint. I’m not joking when I say that Pantusso’s has the best pesto that I’ve ever tasted, so I highly recommend getting the build your own pasta.
Location: Google Maps
10. Suehiro Japanese Restaurant & Sushi
Located on Main Street in downtown Grand Junction, Suehiro is easily the best Japanese and sushi restaurant in town. Everything is made fresh and is packed with flavor. The interior of the restaurant is dim, which makes it a great date night location. Suehiro’s often has a wait for dinner, but the food is definitely worth it.
Location: Google Maps
Best Breweries in Grand Junction
11. Trail Life Brewing
Trail Life Brewing is located right in the heart of downtown Grand Junction, next to The Gear Junction, the local used gear shop. Not only does Trail Life Brewing brew their own beer, but they also have a rotating menu of delicious bites, including pretzels and tempura veggies. It’s a great spot to visit with friends or on a double date.
Location: Google Maps
12. Handlebar Tap House
Handlebar is located right down the road from the popular Lunch Loops, which has some of the best mountain biking and hiking trails in Grand Junction, so it’s the perfect stop for a post-ride burger and brew. Order at the counter and find a seat inside or upstairs on the rooftop patio. My ideal post-hike meal is a grilled chicken sandwich, so I’m a big fan of the build your own option at Handlebar.
Location: Google Maps
13. Ale House
Ale House is a classic neighborhood-style brewery conveniently located in central Grand Junction. The menu features a wide variety of cuisines, including burgers, pastas, pizzas, and specialty entrees. The Ale House has one of the best patios in Grand Junction, so try to sit outside if the weather is nice.
Location: Google Maps
Best Pizza & Take Out in Grand Junction
14. Hot Tomato Pizza
Hot Tomato Pizza is technically located down the road from Grand Junction in Fruita, but it’s worth the trip to try one of their delicious pizzas. This local’s favorite offers salads, specialty pizzas, and build your own pies, alongside local beers and ciders. Come early because The Hot Tomato can get crowded, especially when the weather is nice!
Location: Google Maps
15. Pablo’s Pizza
If you don’t want to go all the way to Fruita to get pizza, Pablo’s Pizza is the local Grand Junction pizza joint that I visit most frequently. They have a variety of unique pies, like the Brie-yonce, Thai-ger Heat, and Spudstacular!, or you can build your own pizza. I personally love adding a pesto swirl to my pizza to add some more flavor.
Location: Google Maps
16. EC’s Asian Station
For the best Chinese takeout in Grand Junction head to EC’s Asian Station. While EC’s Asian Station is pricier than other Chinese restaurants in Grand Junction, the food is fresh and made to order. It’s also delicious! My husband and I typically get Chinese takeout a couple of times per month and we always opt for EC’s Asian Station (unless it’s Sunday when they’re closed).
Location: Google Maps
Best Coffee, Bakery, & Dessert Spots in Grand Junction
17. Kiln
For delicious locally roasted coffee, head down to Kiln on Main Street. Kiln brews up a variety of espresso and coffee drinks, including season options, like the classic pumpkin spice latte. The coffee shop is bright, welcoming, and has plenty of seating, so it’s a great place to meet up with colleagues or get some work done.
Location: Google Maps
18. Graff Dairy
The best ice cream in Grand Junction can be found at Graff Dairy. Graff Dairy serves soft serve cones, shakes, and a variety of other tasty treats made with local dairy. Don’t be dismayed if the line at the drive-through is long, the ice cream at Graff Dairy is worth the wait!
Location: Google Maps
19. Sweet Coloradough
Originally based in Glenwood Springs, this iconic Colorado doughnut shop has officially opened its doors in Grand Junction and I couldn’t be more excited. Sweet Coloradough is best known for its square cronuts, which are a cross between a croissant and a doughnut. They are currently only open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, but hopefully they’ll be open more frequently as community support grows.
Location: Google Maps
20. Kulini Lani Organic Sourdough Bakery
If you’re looking for homemade bread in Grand Junction, then pop in to Kulini Lani Organic Sourdough Bakery. They make their own sourdough and mill their whole wheat in-house, so their breads and pastries are always fresh and delicious.
Kulini Lani Organic Sourdough Bakery’s Menu
Location: Google Maps
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