Mountain Munchies Tiki Bar

Estes Park, United States

3.4

16 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards

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Telephone:
+1 970-577-0555
Website:
www.mountaintikibar.com
Address:
189 E Riverside Dr, Estes Park, CO, 80517
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Takes Reservations
No
Delivery
No
Take-out
Yes
Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Accepts Bitcoin
No
Parking
Street
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Good for Kids
No
Good for Groups
Yes
Attire
Casual
Noise Level
Average
Music
Background
Good For Dancing
Yes
Alcohol
Full Bar
Happy Hour
Yes
Coat Check
No
Smoking
Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wi-Fi
No
Has TV
No
Dogs Allowed
Yes
Waiter Service
No
Caters
No

Today

Today –
Local time (Estes Park) 09:49 Thursday, 12 June 2025

Business hours

Monday –
Tuesday –
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Friday –
Saturday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sunday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm

Description

Specialties

A full service tiki bar, serving food and drinks to patrons who sit on our patio on the Big Thompson River in downtown Estes Park, Colorado.

History

Established in 2005.

Mountain Munchies, home of the Mountain Dog, opened May 2005, in Estes Park, Colorado. The menu features traditional summer favorites including: burgers, elk brats, grilled chicken and fish options, sweet potato fries, fried pickle spears, corn-​dogs and our deep fried bacon-​wrapped Mountain Dog.

The Tiki Bar was added in 2010, making the place rock all summer long. We make all our boat drinks from real fruit and juices, muddle the best fresh organic mint mojitos in the Rocky Mountains, and our happy hour lasts all day and night. The Tiki Bar has the largest selection of rum in Northern Colorado, ask about our rum runners club. So if you want that island experience when visiting the mountains, a place where you can escape the downtown bustle and sit next to the Big Thompson River on our outdoor patio, the only place to be is the Tiki Bar.

Meet the Manager

Whitey W.

Manager

Whitey moved to the Virgin Islands in 2000 from Winnipeg, to escape the cold. Never one to tan, Whitey stood out at the beach, like a 1000 candle power lighthouse. That is when Olive saw him. The rest is history! Olive and Whitey moved to the Mountains and opened the world’s highest Tiki Bar.

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16 reviews of Mountain Munchies Tiki Bar

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Place rating: 4
Manhattan, NY
This is a very fun bar with a very pretty view of the river. The drinks are a bit expensive but you get what you pay for. The daiquiris are made right in front of you with fresh fruit! Basically it’s a really fun experience with great drinks. Prices are a little high but it’s so fun you don’t mind.
Place rating: 1
Fort Collins, CO
I really really really want to go to a tiki bar. This one is my closest option and it’s 45 minutes away. I checked their website, which VERY SPECIFICALLY stated as of April, they were open for the 2015 season and open till 10 pm on Saturdays. We drove through a rainstormy, mountain canyon and found a dark, sad and CLOSED tiki bar at 6pm. Boo. It’s fairly terrible business practice to not stick to the hours your website says. Other reviews tell me this may be a chronic habit of this bar.
I wanted fruity booze in a tacky tropical setting. I didn’t get fruity booze in a tacky tropical setting.
But the Phở/​Thai joint on the other side of the river was yummy and got our money instead.
Place rating: 1
Glenwood Springs, CO
I was so excited to stop here this afternoon but it was closed. No signage, just closed. Was really looking forward to it. No signs closed for season is it closed for good?
Place rating: 1
Diamondhead, MS
Attempted to go here on Saturday 11÷29÷14. It appears to be closed for good. Possibly just closed down for the winter.
Place rating: 5
Katy, TX
Great little gem in Estes. Their house marg. can’t be beat. The owners are super nice and the place is very clean. I’d come back here anyday.
Place rating: 1
Estes Park, CO
Was booted for asking for ice cubes for my rum n coke instead of a cup full full of sno-​cone ice. You dont know whether to eat it or drink it or wait fro the whole thing to melt down to a watery disappointment. I suggested they use ice cubes in their well drinks and was told this is how they do it, just like Sonic, if I didnt like it, then go back to wherver I came from. When i told the owner that Estes has been home for almost 20 years and he said leave now and never come back… WOW!
We had entered «The Tourist Zone» a place where volumetric dimensions and rational economics are warped!
Place rating: 4
Oak Park, IL
What a lovely spot! Shady tables right on the river, delicious and strong margaritas with home-​made margarita mix with fresh lemon. Had grilled fish sandwich, grilled chicken sandwich both with a spicy aioli that was really tasty. Also a hot dog and hamburger at our table that disappeared quickly. Sweet potato fries were skinny and yummy with the aioli. And the super yummy impulse purchase? — fried pickle spears! Yum, for sure.
Wah wah to the price complainers — prices were fine considering food and ambiance were so solid.
I could see losing track of a few days here…
Place rating: 3
Peyton, CO
Food was good but overpriced. Since everything was a la cart, the cost adds up. Spent nearly 50.00 for 3 sandwiches, 3 fries and 3 drinks. Food is prepared on a large frier and deep fat frier. Nothing special, but the Siracha aolei on fish was tasty. Sweet potato fries could have used a sweet salty seasoning. The only seating was outside which was very cute Tiki bar motif along the canal with a nice variety condiment bar. Owner was funny and welcoming and worked his butt off behind the grill while 2 teen boys ran around effectively trained to get the orders out. I would rather have a combo for less money and would like to see Po Boys on the menu, he already had oysters, and other seafood, fish tacos would also be fun.
Place rating: 2
Indianapolis, IN
The ambience is something. All food items are pretty much a la carte meaning a hamburger costs the same as a chain restaurant, but it does not come with a side. I would say throw some fries in or cut a dollar or two off the initial cost and it would be worth it. As it stands now, a little over priced.
Place rating: 4
Highlands Ranch, CO
Make sure you stop in at this place when you are in Estes. Simple walk behind Elkhorn. Paul and Sally are owners that will make you feel welcome. Drinks are awesome. Sit by the creek, listen to the SiriusXM Margaritaville station, and voila you have the beach bar experience at altitude.
4 stars since I didn’t try any food, so can’t comment on it. Definitely will come back here.
Place rating: 4
Wildomar, CA
Fun little piece of the tropics in the mountains! The owner is also the bartender and is very friendly and hospitable!
The décor is fun, Hawaiian, and makes you feel like it’s not high up in the Rocky Mountains! The drink menu is the same with tropical and Hawaiian flare! The drinks were strong and tasty! I would highly recommended getting whatever you have with 151 as a floater or side shot!
We did not have food, they do offer a typical Sysco bar menu with lots of fried treats! Next time in we will check out the food!
Place rating: 5
Sterling, CO
Great owners. Very friendly. Beautiful spot by the river. Excellent fried food and fish sandwich! ! Great drink menu. Like the Caribbean in the mountains.
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
Dr. Sally fixed me and my cold up right. Even brought my voice back. This bar has come a long way since the beginning and it just keeps better! The décor is far and away better than any bar in this town and the food goes perfect with the drinks!!! I will keep coming back!
Thank you Paul and Sally!!!
Place rating: 5
Davison, MI
This was one the best stops my husband and I made during our stay in Estes! I was looking for a yummy frozen drink– and of course the Tiki Bar had a whole list of them… And they had beer for the hubby– (full bar).23 had some delicious sweet potato fries.
Located right ON TOP of the BigThompson river– we had a great time sitting outside near it.
The owners Sally and Paul are super nice and friendly– great service!
Definitely recommend stopping here if you’re in town :)
Place rating: 4
Loveland, CO
Maybe not the best tiki bar in the world but definitely one of the better bars in Estes Park. Very good patio on the river with some mountain peekaboo views. $ 2.50 PBRs all the time and solid fresh mint mojitos. Great spot off the crazy tourist path with some good munchy options. Will definitely make the regular rotation when we’re in Estes.
Place rating: 5
Estes Park, CO
Great place with lots of fun. Friday night entertainment kept the place busy and happening. Drinks are good Mojito is defiantly special. Good time fun place. Bartenders are very nice.
I will be going there agin.