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The A&W on west Mountain Avenue near Town Hall, root beer floats included.The A&W on west Mountain Avenue near Town Hall, root beer floats included.

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Poke bowls and quick healthy lunches on Mountain Avenue, order at the counter.Poke bowls and quick healthy lunches on Mountain Avenue, order at the counter.

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Taqueria on Third Street with street tacos, burritos and tortas, quick and inexpensive.Taqueria on Third Street with street tacos, burritos and tortas, quick and inexpensive.

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Neighborhood pizza and wings on North 4th Street, mostly takeout and delivery.Neighborhood pizza and wings on North 4th Street, mostly takeout and delivery.

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Pizza and pasta from a brick oven at the east end of downtown, with pies by the slice at lunch.Pizza and pasta from a brick oven at the east end of downtown, with pies by the slice at lunch.

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner with a Mexican slant on the main block; the downtown Saturday-breakfast spot.Breakfast, lunch and dinner with a Mexican slant on the main block; the downtown Saturday-breakfast spot.

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Diner breakfast and lunch on the corner of Mountain and 3rd, at the heart of downtown.Diner breakfast and lunch on the corner of Mountain and 3rd, at the heart of downtown.

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Home-style cooking at the west end of Mountain Avenue, near Town Hall: big breakfasts…Home-style cooking at the west end of Mountain Avenue, near Town Hall: big breakfasts, lunch and dinner to 8 pm, a full bar, and an Indian menu, Colorado Curry, from the same kitchen in the afternoons.

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Chinese takeout on Welch Avenue: the standard menu, done quickly, a few tables inside.Chinese takeout on Welch Avenue: the standard menu, done quickly, a few tables inside.

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Casual cafe on Meadowlark Drive near the bike park and Waggener Farm Park, for breakfast…Casual cafe on Meadowlark Drive near the bike park and Waggener Farm Park, for breakfast, sandwiches and coffee after a ride.

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Slow-smoked barbecue on Welch Avenue across from the library: brisket, pulled pork…Slow-smoked barbecue on Welch Avenue across from the library: brisket, pulled pork, ribs and sides by the pound.

Bar Our pick

The brewery on the main block: a taproom and beer garden, weekly trivia, a Thursday social run…The brewery on the main block: a taproom and beer garden, weekly trivia, a Thursday social run, food trucks and live music most weekends.

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Family-owned brewery and taproom on 8th Street with a large covered patio, food trucks, dogs welcome…Family-owned brewery and taproom on 8th Street with a large covered patio, food trucks, dogs welcome, and beer to go.

Coffee & Sweets$ Our pick

The downtown coffee house on Mountain Avenue: espresso, pastries, and the second stop on a Berthoud Saturday.The downtown coffee house on Mountain Avenue: espresso, pastries, and the second stop on a Berthoud Saturday.

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A woman-owned, family-run drive-thru coffee shop on Meadowlark Drive, going since 1996.A woman-owned, family-run drive-thru coffee shop on Meadowlark Drive, going since 1996.

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Bakery on 5th Street for sourdough, baguettes, croissants and morning pastries…Bakery on 5th Street for sourdough, baguettes, croissants and morning pastries; get there before they sell out.

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Drive-through Ziggi's at the west end of Mountain Avenue, on the way out to US 287.Drive-through Ziggi's at the west end of Mountain Avenue, on the way out to US 287.

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Ritual goods, botanicals, workshops and a design studio on Massachusetts Avenue.Ritual goods, botanicals, workshops and a design studio on Massachusetts Avenue.

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Independent pet supply store on Turner Avenue, the neighborhood hub for feed, treats and advice.Independent pet supply store on Turner Avenue, the neighborhood hub for feed, treats and advice.

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Vendor-booth antique mall on Massachusetts Avenue, a block south of the main drag…Vendor-booth antique mall on Massachusetts Avenue, a block south of the main drag, and the biggest of the antique stops downtown.

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Thrift store for furniture, building materials and home goods at the east end of Mountain Avenue…Thrift store for furniture, building materials and home goods at the east end of Mountain Avenue; proceeds build homes.

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Gallery on Mountain Avenue showing original paintings, prints, photography…Gallery on Mountain Avenue showing original paintings, prints, photography, sculpture and glass by regional artists.

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Women's clothing boutique on Mountain Avenue for everyday fashion and accessories.Women's clothing boutique on Mountain Avenue for everyday fashion and accessories.

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Handcrafted jewelry, woodcraft and gifts made by local artisans, on east Mountain Avenue.Handcrafted jewelry, woodcraft and gifts made by local artisans, on east Mountain Avenue.

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Locally owned liquor store on Mountain Avenue, with a drive-through window.Locally owned liquor store on Mountain Avenue, with a drive-through window.

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Children's store on Mountain Avenue with eco-friendly toys, books and clothes.Children's store on Mountain Avenue with eco-friendly toys, books and clothes.

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Colorado-made goods, antiques and farmhouse decor on Third Street.Colorado-made goods, antiques and farmhouse decor on Third Street.

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Refill shop on Mountain Avenue for household, beauty and body products; bring your own containers.Refill shop on Mountain Avenue for household, beauty and body products; bring your own containers.

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Eclectic gift shop on the main block: wall art, jewelry, textiles and unusual presents.Eclectic gift shop on the main block: wall art, jewelry, textiles and unusual presents.