Kristy's Guidebook
Neighborhoods
Historic neighborhood with a small eclectic business area that has restaurants, small bars, a coffee shop, local artisan shop, salon, antique stores, a magic shop, a nationally recognized library...
Mesa Junction
Historic neighborhood with a small eclectic business area that has restaurants, small bars, a coffee shop, local artisan shop, salon, antique stores, a magic shop, a nationally recognized library...
Food Scene
I am only listing options within walking distance here but am happy to give you more options in other areas if you want them!
Gypsy Javas
119 Broadway AveNice local coffee shop with good food--gluten free options available
Ruby's
100 Broadway AveGreat patio, seasonal drinks, some food
Another local institution--voted best doughnuts in the state. Breadsticks, hard rolls, seasonal cookies, and chiffon cakes are local favorites. try the potica if it is available.
7 locals recommend
Banquet Schusters Bakery
115 E Abriendo AveAnother local institution--voted best doughnuts in the state. Breadsticks, hard rolls, seasonal cookies, and chiffon cakes are local favorites. try the potica if it is available.
A Pueblo institution-- diner-like. Very popular at breakfast, probably not for the health conscious.
10 locals recommend
Pantry Restaurant
107 1/2 E Abriendo AveA Pueblo institution-- diner-like. Very popular at breakfast, probably not for the health conscious.
Small bar with good food. Try the slopper or grinder as they are Pueblo traditions.
Broadway Tavern & Grill
127 Broadway AvenueSmall bar with good food. Try the slopper or grinder as they are Pueblo traditions.
Candy, popcorn, chocolate, ice cream, flavored suckers, limeades! It isn't summer (or any season) without Taffy's
8 locals recommend
Taffy's
114 W Abriendo AveCandy, popcorn, chocolate, ice cream, flavored suckers, limeades! It isn't summer (or any season) without Taffy's
Seems to have unpredictable hours and expectations but nice spot with good food.
8 locals recommend
Martinez Cafe
710 Polk StSeems to have unpredictable hours and expectations but nice spot with good food.
Dairy Queen Store
1001 Lake AveOld school drive through or walk up only. only ice cream and desserts
Joe Tomato Italian Market and Deli
707 S Main StSmall Italian grocery store and deli
Sightseeing
Same deal--these are all within walking distance but am happy to give other recommendations upon request.
Magic shop that now has a bar with seasonal cocktails, some food, and often entertainment. Can also be rented for parties.
The Party People and Theater of Mystery
685 South Union AvenueMagic shop that now has a bar with seasonal cocktails, some food, and often entertainment. Can also be rented for parties.
Small, locally owned liquor store with a good selection of beer, wine, and other liquor
Hercules Liquors
112 Broadway AvenueSmall, locally owned liquor store with a good selection of beer, wine, and other liquor
Great local library with ongoing events
6 locals recommend
Pueblo City-County Library District - Rawlings (Main) Branch
100 E Abriendo AveGreat local library with ongoing events
Cool furniture shop that occasionally hosts events and often has a food truck or coffee truck
Renewed Wholesale
720 South Main StreetCool furniture shop that occasionally hosts events and often has a food truck or coffee truck
Usually held 10 days end of August-Labor Day. They sometimes have concerts or other events during the year.
Colorado State Fair
1001 Beulah AvenueUsually held 10 days end of August-Labor Day. They sometimes have concerts or other events during the year.
Artisan Textile Co.
Cool shop offering things produced by local artists