The Mad Hatter Saloon LLC — Restaurant in Colorado

My wife and were coming back from a mountain trip and decided to forgo breakfast where we were staying and instead get something on different on the way home. A quick Google search landed us at the Mad Hatter Saloon.

We pulled up and wondered what we were in for as it looks like a biker bar of some kind on the side of a busy highway. It's alright, we may not fit in, but we were there.

We got inside and the gentleman told us we could sit wherever we'd like so we took a seat at small four-top near to the small kitchen. The barkeep/waiter brought us a menu and took our drink order.

The menu was small and concise and we decided to stick with breakfast. We were hungry and greedy so, quite literally, we order one of everything from the short breakfast menu.

The food came out relatively quickly and looked pretty good. While it came out on paper plates and trays, it befitted the establishment and actually presented well the perfectly prepared food which was on it. The biscuits and gravy are a must if you go. The gravy was just the right consistency with perfect seasoning that was both sweet and peppery. The Mad Hatter french toast was a bit unexpected. Seemed to be a lemon poppyseed bread that was almost like a muffin which was cooked in french toast batter. A bit sweet, but different enough that it kept us engaged. The breakfast tacos were also great. They cooked the outside of the soft tortillas so they were just barely crunchy and they help the contents of the taco firmly and with fear that they would fall apart.

The barkeep was busy, but he was very friendly and attentive even though he was running around a lot. We'd stop back in if we were in the area again.

Mad Hat's off...

After a full day of hiking through the stunning red rocks of Garden of the Gods and the waterfalls at Seven Falls, we stumbled upon the Mad Hatter Saloon, and what a find it was!

We kicked things off with a Bloody Mary that hit all the right notes...bold, zesty, and perfectly garnished. From there, the food sealed the deal. The BBQ ribs and brisket were smoked to perfection...tender, flavorful, and clearly fresh from the pit. The brisket tacos brought a creative and delicious twist, packing in all the smoky goodness with a Tex-Mex vibe.

We sat in the outdoor bar area, surrounded by Colorado mountain air and good energy. The atmosphere was made even better by the firepits and Adirondack chairs crafted from old skis and snowboards—such a fun and unique touch that gives the place a local, adventurous charm.

And we can’t forget to mention Larry, the fantastic bartender (might have been the owner). His warm welcome, great conversation, and attention to every detail made the experience even more memorable. You can tell he puts heart into this place, and it shows!

If you're in the area, make sure to stop by the Mad Hatter Saloon. Great drinks, incredible food, and a vibe that perfectly blends mountain-town charm with laid-back...

Edited to add: The owners response to honest reviews is WILD and childish and shows a very low level of understanding or concern of good customer service. Absolutely solidifies our decision to not support this establishment. Wow.

Yesterday my family and I walked in and then person working told my husband he couldn't bring in his water so we decided to leave. As we were walking out of the door the staff member scoffed and rolled his eyes and said "ok" in a condescending way. While I do understand the reason behind not allowing someone to bring outside beverages into a bar, I really dont think it would be worth it to me to lose patrons. Especially if it is just water. Anyways, my husband left a review of his experience and apparently the owner thinks its OK to call him stupid and say that he feels sorry for my family for having to leave. We have a right to choose where we spend our money and we have absolutely NO PROBLEM leaving when we dont feel like the establishment is deserving. Plain and simple. My husband's review was an honest one... and a response like that just goes to show we made the right choice. Thanks...