The River Nook Guidebook
Food scene
Great food and ambiance with a deck that is right on the Frying Pan River. Walking distance from The River Nook. Our recommendations: Lettuce Wraps & the Kickin' Chicken Sandwich.
27 locals recommend
The Tipsy Trout
181 Basalt Center CirGreat food and ambiance with a deck that is right on the Frying Pan River. Walking distance from The River Nook. Our recommendations: Lettuce Wraps & the Kickin' Chicken Sandwich.
Spectacular food and even better desserts. When its warm out they have live music on the patio. Walking distance from The River Nook. Our recommendations: Chicken pot pie or Tamale pie and really anything from the dessert case!
40 locals recommend
Heathers Savory Pies and Tapas Bar
166 Midland AveSpectacular food and even better desserts. When its warm out they have live music on the patio. Walking distance from The River Nook. Our recommendations: Chicken pot pie or Tamale pie and really anything from the dessert case!
Great menu and everything is sourced from local farms. Walking distance from The River Nook.
23 locals recommend
Free Range Kitchen & Wine Bar
22864 2 Rivers RdGreat menu and everything is sourced from local farms. Walking distance from The River Nook.
Good quality bar food. Walking distance from The River Nook. Our Recommendations: Kale salad with chicken & any of their pizzas!
30 locals recommend
The Brick Pony Pub
202 Midland AveGood quality bar food. Walking distance from The River Nook. Our Recommendations: Kale salad with chicken & any of their pizzas!
Awesome local brewery with a unique menu that is sure to please. You can also buy local beer to-go. Our recommendation: The Gyro or the Fried Chicken Sandwichi.
26 locals recommend
Capitol Creek Brewery
371 Market StAwesome local brewery with a unique menu that is sure to please. You can also buy local beer to-go. Our recommendation: The Gyro or the Fried Chicken Sandwichi.
Authentic Mexican food and known for having an amazing margarita.
34 locals recommend
El Korita Mexican Restaurant
251 Harris StAuthentic Mexican food and known for having an amazing margarita.
Looking to pick up a quick sandwich to take on your hike or fishing trip? Scottie's is great!
Scottie's
45 Duroux LaneLooking to pick up a quick sandwich to take on your hike or fishing trip? Scottie's is great!
Looking for a place where you can kick back and watch the game? Zane's has a variety of bar food options.
8 locals recommend
Zane's Tavern Willits
190 Robinson StreetLooking for a place where you can kick back and watch the game? Zane's has a variety of bar food options.
This spot is great for coffee, smoothies, pastries, breakfast and lunch. They have indoor and outdoor seating as well as free wi-fi if you enjoy working in coffee shops. Walking distance from The River Nook.
7 locals recommend
CC Cafe
104 Midland AveThis spot is great for coffee, smoothies, pastries, breakfast and lunch. They have indoor and outdoor seating as well as free wi-fi if you enjoy working in coffee shops. Walking distance from The River Nook.
This is one of Basalt's go-to breakfast spots. Walking distance from The River Nook.
16 locals recommend
Two Rivers Cafe
156 Midland AveThis is one of Basalt's go-to breakfast spots. Walking distance from The River Nook.
Fly Fishing
You can book a guided trip. They also have a great selection of gear and a super friendly staff.
10 locals recommend
Taylor Creek Fly Shop
183 Basalt Center CirYou can book a guided trip. They also have a great selection of gear and a super friendly staff.
Frying Pan Anglers
231 Midland AveShopping
Great thrift shop. Very clean and organized which makes the shopping experience very pleasant. If you are looking for furniture or larger items don't forget to check out their garage in the back!
10 locals recommend
Heirlooms
144 Midland AveGreat thrift shop. Very clean and organized which makes the shopping experience very pleasant. If you are looking for furniture or larger items don't forget to check out their garage in the back!
Midland Clothing Co
740 E Valley RdStunning boutique shop with items for women, men, kids and home decor.
Susie's at Willits Limited
331 Robinson StAnother great consignment store to check out.
This place is essentially a smaller local version of REI.
14 locals recommend
Bristlecone Mountain Sports
781 E Valley RdThis place is essentially a smaller local version of REI.
Grocery & Liqour Stores
If you are looking for some local goods you should check this quaint little market out. It has a variety of local items including chocolate, honey, hot sauce, produce, snacks, teas and more!
Skip's Farm to Market
227 Midland AveIf you are looking for some local goods you should check this quaint little market out. It has a variety of local items including chocolate, honey, hot sauce, produce, snacks, teas and more!
This and City Market are the closest grocery stores to The River Nook.
86 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
340 Reed StThis and City Market are the closest grocery stores to The River Nook.
Jimbo Liquors
128 Basalt Center CirThe closest liquor store to The River Nook. It is within walking distance.
This and Whole Foods are the closest grocery stores to The River Nook.
70 locals recommend
City Market
250 E Valley RdThis and Whole Foods are the closest grocery stores to The River Nook.
Another close liquor store option. Right next to Whole Foods.
9 locals recommend
Four Dogs Fine Wines & Spirits
350 Reed StAnother close liquor store option. Right next to Whole Foods.
Local Hikes
Arbaney Kittle Trailhead
Kelli CourtMushroom Rock Hike
100 Co Hwy 107Thomas Lakes TH
Rio Grande Trail
Rio Grande Trail