Guy Fieri knows where to find the good stuff. These 9 Colorado american spots all earned a feature on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives — and they’re still open, still slinging it, and still highly rated. From Boulder, Colorado Springs, Denver and beyond, here are the ones worth the drive, ranked by the reviews.
1. Sam’s No. 3 (Denver)
American, Breakfast · $ · 4.6★ (10,353 Google reviews)
Sam’s No. 3 earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 10,353 reviewers backs it up.
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Featured on Triple D: Season 11, Episode 13 — “Porktastic” (April 11, 2011)
Address: 1500 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202
Phone: +1 303-534-1927
Website: samsno3.com
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2. Steuben’s Food Service (Denver)
American, Sandwich · $$ · 4.4★ (5,943 Google reviews)
Known for American classics, Steuben’s Food Service still draws a crowd — a 4.4-star rating from 5,943 diners says the hype is real.
Featured on Triple D: Season 11, Episode 6 — “Signature Sandwiches” (February 7, 2011)
Address: 523 E 17th Ave, Denver, CO 80203
Phone: +1 303-830-1001
Website: www.steubens.com
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3. Skirted Heiffer (Colorado Springs)
American, Burger, Sandwich, Dessert · $$ · 4.5★ (4,678 Google reviews)
The American classics at Skirted Heiffer clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 4,678 Google reviews.
Featured on Triple D: Season 24, Episode 5 — “Between the Bread” (January 22, 2016)
Address: 204 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Phone: +1 719-635-3276
Website: skirtedheifer.com/skirtedheifer-tejonutm_sourcegoogle
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4. The Roost (Longmont)
American, Sandwich · $$ · 4.5★ (3,490 Google reviews)
The Roost is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.5 stars from 3,490 reviews.
Featured on Triple D: Season 27, Episode 12 — “Sammies and Spice” (November 10, 2017)
Address: 526 Main St, Longmont, CO 80501
Phone: +1 303-827-3380
Website: theroostlongmont.com
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5. The Sink (Boulder)
American, Burger, Pizza · $$ · 4.5★ (3,236 Google reviews)
A longtime local favorite for American classics, The Sink keeps a 4.5-star rating across 3,236 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.
Featured on Triple D: Season 12, Episode 6 — “Gettin' Fresh” (September 26, 2011)
Address: 1165 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302
Phone: +1 303-444-7465
Website: www.thesink.com
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6. Pig Latin (Colorado Springs)
American, Mexican, Asian, Vegan/Vegetarian · $ · 4.5★ (2,771 Google reviews)
Pig Latin earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 2,771 reviewers backs it up.
Featured on Triple D: Season 23, Episode 12 — “Piggin' Out” (November 6, 2015)
Address: 2825 Dublin Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Phone: +1 719-358-8715
Website: piglatincocina.com
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7. Highland Tavern (Denver)
American, Mexican, Burger, Sandwich · $$ · 4.6★ (1,744 Google reviews)
Known for American classics, Highland Tavern still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 1,744 diners says the hype is real.
Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 17, Episode 1 — “Tacos and Tots” (April 22, 2013)
• Season 23, Episode 15 — “Amazing Appetizers” (October 23, 2015)
Address: 3400 Navajo St, Denver, CO 80211
Phone: +1 303-433-1990
Website: www.highlandtavern.com
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8. Foolish Craig’s Café (Boulder)
American, Breakfast, Dessert · $$ · 4.5★ (1,723 Google reviews)
The American classics at Foolish Craig’s Café clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 1,723 Google reviews.
Featured on Triple D: Season 11, Episode 9 — “From Crepes to Kreplach” (March 14, 2011)
Address: 1611 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302
Phone: +1 303-247-9383
Website: www.foolishcraigs.com
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9. The Feisty Pint (Grand Junction)
American, Mexican · $$ · 4.4★ (1,293 Google reviews)
The Feisty Pint is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.4 stars from 1,293 reviews.
Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 16 — “Tacos, Tots and Chops” (November 19, 2021)
Address: 359 Colorado Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Phone: +1 970-644-5555
Website: feistypint.com
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