Fall Food in Steamboat Springs is Abundant (and Delicious)
Fall is a marvelous time to take advantage of Steamboat’s many attractions and restaurants – without the busyness that comes with the main tourist seasons.
Coming to Steamboat in the Fall is like opening the door to a secret no one knows about. There are fantastic seasonal menus and numerous food and drink events – all set with the backdrop of the golden Fall colors.
These events celebrate the Fall food in Steamboat Springs and how much hard work is put into every creation by the local chefs. At The Astrid, we know that one of the fundamental elements that attracts you to Steamboat is how much you love being a part of the local community, and visiting in the Fall is the perfect time to connect with people who share your love for Steamboat.
Whether you participate in the signature Steamboat Restaurant Week, sampling all the finest dishes local restaurants offer, or choose to dine in a front-row seat to watch a master chef prepare your meal, your time will be full of divine food and extraordinary experiences.
Main Street Steamboat Farmers Market
Taking place every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. until September 21, 2024, the Farmers Market is the place where the locals go to get all their fresh produce. Featuring over 150 vendors, this is the ultimate place to find the ingredients needed to make a gourmet meal for your family.
Take a stroll down Yampa Street and browse the heavenly scented stalls, as you gaze out across the Yampa River. Local artisans are selling their creations, food demos are taking place, and kids are smiling at the crafts they made. This is truly a family-friendly event with something for everyone. Don’t forget to pick up some delicious desserts to share, and some fresh flowers to adorn your table.
Main Street Steamboat Farmers Market
Steamboat Springs Restaurant Week
This annual event is a must-attend event for anyone with a refined palate and an interest in culinary creations.
This event takes place from October 5, 2024 – October 12, 2024. It is designed to “Satisfy a Mountain of Appetites” and is bound to check every box on your must-try list of dishes. 42 local restaurants will be creating specials and select menus for this event to give you a taste of all their finest offerings.
From a breakfast of their famous eggs benedict at Creekside Grill and Cafe to a mouth-watering, Colorado lamb chop dinner at the culinary sensation Aurum Food & Wine you’re going to be satisfied beyond words at the end of your stay.
Steamboat Springs Restaurant Week
Steamboat Springs Chili Challenge
On Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., join the Steamboat community on Yampa Street across from the sparkling Yampa River for the 19th Annual Chili Challenge.
This is an event like no other for the chili aficionados in your family! Taste the best chili recipes in town and even the best cornbread. Awards are given out for best red and green chili, best salsa, and best cornbread – there will be no shortage of delicious food during the event locals look forward to all year!
Enjoy the hearty chili to your heart’s content, vote on your favorite, participate in the Cow Pie Plop game, and then join the HoeDown. Admission is free but you can purchase an adult tasting kit for $15 and a kid’s tasting kit for $10.
Steamboat Food and Wine Festival
The culinary event of the season! The Steamboat Food and Wine Festival puts you in the best seat in the house to watch the best chefs and renowned winemakers join forces to create some of the most unique and tantalizing dishes you’ve ever seen.
From field to fork, and vine to glass, you’ll hear the individual stories that go into each ingredient, how that affects its flavor, and how the chef and winemakers use it to its full potential.
Running from October 3, 2024 to October 5, 2024, there are over a dozen events to suit each personality in your family. From morning yoga and mocktails, to a Surf, Turf, and Tequila Dinner, to exploring the Dark History of Steamboat Seminar, there’s an event for everyone.
The Food and Wine Festival culminates on Saturday, October 5, 2024, with a Grand Tasting on the Torian Plum Lawn. Epicurean delights with the backdrop of the stunning Rocky Mountains will leave you full of joy as you embark on your culinary journey.
Each event is individually priced.
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Journey Around the World Through Steamboat Springs’ Restaurants
There truly is something for everyone here, and if you’re looking for the freshest, seasonal Fall food in Steamboat Springs, start with these events and explore some local favorites.
From luxury, fine-dining at Laundry Kitchen and Cocktails to sushi at Steamboat’s premier Japanese restaurant, you’ll learn why so many people return here year after year. There is an elegance in everything that happens in this town; it could be the upscale ambiance at the restaurants and accommodations, it could be the traditional Western hospitality – either way, the magical way Steamboat Springs pulls at your heartstrings and beckons you to return time and time again will amaze you.
At The Astrid, we want to be part of your journey in Steamboat Springs. We’re part of Steamboat and we’re here to create an experience as breathtaking as the town itself. By becoming a resident at The Astrid, you’ll feel the luxurious touches around every corner and see the personal additions made especially for you and your family.
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