M&D Do Denver <3
Friday
Arrivals
Daniel
2:11 PM
Melisa
WN 3003
8:25PM
Car
Budget Denver Airport
Hotel
Kimpton Hotel Monaco
Dinner
El Five
Spanish & Eastern Mediterranean small plates & drinks served in a funky, buzzy top-floor penthouse.
Reservation at 9:45
Saturday
Breakfast
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery - This popular breakfast joint has multiple locations in Denver and serves up creative dishes like pineapple upside-down pancakes and breakfast burritos filled with scrambled eggs, chorizo, and avocado.
The Breakfast King - This family-owned diner has been a Denver staple for over 30 years and serves up classic breakfast dishes like omelets, pancakes, and bacon and eggs.
Denver Biscuit Company - This Southern-style eatery serves up flaky biscuits topped with creative offerings like fried chicken, sausage gravy, and eggs.
The Populist - This upscale eatery serves up creative dishes like foie gras and waffles, and a play on eggs benedict with duck confit and hollandaise.
Rocky Mountain National Park
Alberta Falls
Distance: 1.7 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Length of Time: 1 to 1.5 hours
Location: Glacier Gorge parking lot on Bear Lake Road. To get a parking space here, plan on arriving no later than 6:30 am, but even earlier is better. If the parking lot is full, park in the large parking lot at the end of Bear Lake Road. From the Bear Lake Trailhead, follow signs to Alberta Falls. Parking in the lot at the end of Bear Lake Road adds roughly .4 miles to the hiking distance above.
Tombstone Ridge
Distance: 4 miles
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Length of Time: 1.5 to 3 hours
Location: Ute Trailhead on Trail Ridge Road, 7 miles east of the Alpine Visitor Center
Dream & Emerald Lake ***
Distance: 3.6 miles
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Length of Time: 2 to 3 hours
Location: Bear Lake Trailhead, at the end of Bear Lake Road
Hotel
Alpine Trail Ridge Inn
Breweries
Estes Park Brewery - This local favorite offers a variety of beers and ales, including their popular "Elkhorn Amber Ale" and "Stanley Stout." They also have a full menu of pub-style fare.
Rock Cut Brewing Company - This microbrewery offers a variety of beers, including IPAs, stouts, and seasonal offerings. They also have a small menu of snacks and sandwiches.
Lumpy Ridge Brewing Company - This brewery is located in the heart of downtown Estes Park and offers a variety of beers, including IPAs, pale ales, and stouts. They also have a small menu of pub-style fare.
Estes Park Brewery & Tap Room - This brewery offers a variety of beers and ales, including their popular "Mountain Man Marzen" and "Prairie Dog Porter." They also have a full menu of pub-style fare.
Sunday
Breakfast in Estes Park
The Egg and I
This breakfast spot is a local favorite and serves up a variety of egg dishes, including omelets, scrambles, and benedicts. They also offer breakfast burritos, pancakes, and French toast.The Donut Haus
This bakery serves up a variety of delicious donuts, pastries, and coffee. They also offer breakfast sandwiches and burritos.The Rocky Mountain Café
This family-owned café serves up a variety of breakfast dishes, including omelets, pancakes, and biscuits and gravy. They also offer breakfast burritos and sandwiches.The Other Side Restaurant
This breakfast spot is located in the historic Stanley Hotel and serves up a variety of breakfast dishes, including omelets, pancakes, and French toast. They also offer breakfast burritos and sandwiches.
Lunch in Boulder
The Kitchen
This farm-to-table restaurant has several locations in Boulder and serves up a variety of seasonal dishes made with locally-sourced ingredients. Their menu changes frequently, but some popular items include their grilled cheese sandwich, their roasted beet salad, and their fish tacos.Brasserie Ten Ten
This French-inspired bistro serves up a variety of classic dishes like escargot, steak tartare, and croque monsieur. They also have a great selection of French wines and beers.The Sink
This classic burger joint has been a Boulder staple for over 90 years and serves up some of the best burgers in town. They also offer salads, sandwiches, and a variety of sides.
Hotel
The Source Hotel
Dinner
Uchi
Uchi Denver offers a delicate balance of elevated non‑traditional Japanese cuisine and impeccable service from James Beard Award‑winning Chef Tyson Cole.
Reservation at 9:15 PM
Wildcard
Rodrigo y Gabriela @ Red Rocks
7:30pm
Monday
Departure
Melisa
WN 3003
8:00am
Daniel
10:22 AM
Safta
Stylish, airy stop in the Source Hotel for modern Middle Eastern grub such as wood-fired pita bread.
Friday 5–10 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM–2 PM, 5–10 PM
Sunday 10:30 AM–2 PM, 5–10 PM