It is no secret among the locals that Breckenridge Brewery has great beer. It has been winning awards almost since it opened in 1990. The food is good too, offering typical brewpub classics like burgers, fish and chips and ribs. Then there are the Breckenridge Brewery originals like the Rocky Mountain Bleu Balls or Thai Grilled Salmon. Take it down with a cold Avalanche Ale or the rich and chocolatey Oatmeal Stout. Televisions at the bar make for great sports watching. Not a sports fan? Check out the stunning view of the Ten Mile Range. The venue is open daily from 11a.m.

This is one of those places that is a local favorite, a tourist favorite, and sometimes even a destination in itself. It's nothing fancy, but it's fun and the food is unbeatable. Mostly pasta dishes with a Jamaican twist, yes you read right, that go together like it was supposed to happen all along. After a day on the slopes go order a big plate of food, a pitcher of beer, and jam to some Reggae music. The locals say you'll never regret it.

With a menu that is sure to please everyone, Burke & Riley's Irish Pub offers a multitude of Irish meals (and American) including the Celtic Burger and the County Galway "Fish a majig." Sit back and enjoy a Guinness in this friendly local pub where co-owners Mark Burke and Jack Riley will make you feel like part of the community.

Hop into Taddeo's while in Breckenridge. The food here is inspired by old family recipes. Popular dishes served include veal marsala and grilled atlantic salmon. The restaurant does get over crowded during happy hours. Open hours change seasonally, so call before coming.

The perfect steak and your favorite drink may just be the answer to a long day of skiing. At Spencer's Steak & Spirits, located in the Beaver Run Resort, you can enjoy this along with live entertainment during the winter season. Spencer's also offers breakfast and lunch buffets at reasonable rates. The venue is open daily from 7 a.m.

The Briar Rose is a former miner's grub hall up at the top of Peak 10, near the old Briar Rose Silver Mine. Today, the spot exists as a steak and seafood restaurant, serving the best slow roasted prime ribs, mouth-watering steaks, wild game, fresh seafood, poultry, pasta and vegetarian entrees. Yes folks, they've got it all, and an unequivocal personality to boot. Open for dinner daily starting at 5 p.m.

Come enjoy a contemporary lunch or dinner at one of Breckenridge's newest restaurants: the Quandary Grille. With breathtaking views overlooking Peak 9 and Maggie Pond, you will see why the Quandary Grille is the premier spot for an apres-ski meal. See website for menu and more.

Nestled in the calm, serene and pollution-free environment of Breckenridge's Peak 9, the Mountain Thunder Lodge provides for a great luxurious getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. The grand entrance of the hotel and wonderful interiors combined with the facilities that the lodge offers are sure to make your stay both a memorable experience. The unique location of the lodge provides picturesque views of the surrounding hills. The lodge also offers a variety of barbecue and grill restaurants to give you a unique dining experience amidst the bounties of nature.

A local favorite, CB Grill is famous for its happy hours and its great offers. The service can be a little slow, but not bad enough to be a mood dampener. The restaurant offers excellent wine pairing options. Some must try dishes here include sweet potato beignets and Filet with truffle mac-n-cheese.

For a traditional Italian meal, cooked by home-style recipes, walk into Tuscato Ristorante Italiano. This restaurant comes highly recommended by the locals. For the food as well as happy hours. A Ask for the children's menu and the daily special. Seafood dishes are a must order here, with the calamari topping the list.