Canon City Foodie Crawl: Historic Bites to Fine Dining
A culinary journey through Canon City's dining scene, from 120-year-old diners to upscale steakhouses, craft breweries to artisan coffee.
Your Itinerary
Morning Coffee at Gravity Coffee
Duration: 30-45 minutes
Start your day at one of Canon City's beloved coffee shops. Quality espresso drinks, pastries, and a comfortable atmosphere to plan your culinary adventure.
Downtown Canon City
Brunch at 1887 Historic Eatery
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
Experience upscale brunch in the beautifully restored Hotel St. Cloud. Try the BLT Deviled Eggs or their famous Lobster Mac & Cheese to start the day right.
Hotel St. Cloud, Main Street
Main Street Browsing
Duration: 1-2 hours
Walk off brunch exploring Canon City's historic Main Street. Stop at Kaleidoscope Inspiration for artisan goods and local treasures.
Main Street
Late Lunch at The Owl Cigar Store
Duration: 1 hour
Experience a Canon City institution dating to 1903. The burgers are legendary, the atmosphere authentic, and the history genuine. Same family ownership since 1943.
626 Main St
Afternoon Wine Tasting
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
Head to Holy Cross Abbey Winery for Colorado wine tasting in a unique monastery setting. Beautiful grounds and a peaceful atmosphere for an afternoon break.
East Highway 50
Happy Hour at Fremont Provisions
Duration: 1-2 hours
Canon City's favorite sports bar offers craft cocktails, local beers, and elevated bar food in a renovated 1903 building.
Main Street
Sunset Drinks at Rooftop Social
Duration: 1-2 hours
End your culinary day with rooftop views and signature cocktails. Watch the sun set over the mountains as you reflect on the day's flavors.
Rafting Corridor
Tips for This Trip
- Make dinner reservations at 1887 Historic Eatery for weekends
- The Owl Cigar Store closes at 7pm, plan your lunch timing accordingly
- First Friday Art Walks add evening food and entertainment options
- Pace yourself—this itinerary involves more eating than most visitors expect
- Consider a vacation rental with kitchen for a flexible home base
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Trip Details
- Duration
- 1 day
- Number of Stops
- 7 stops
- Difficulty
- Easy - suitable for all
- Best For
- foodiescouplesculinary travelers
- Best Seasons
- Spring (Mar-May)Summer (Jun-Aug)Fall (Sep-Nov)Winter (Dec-Feb)
Plan Your Visit
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