Food Scene
Fika Coffee House is located on Mainstreet in the heart of Old Town Parker, Colorado, where we are introducing the Swedish custom of “fika” to the Centennial State. Fika is a Swedish verb which, loosely translated, means “to meet over coffee.” In keeping with this tradition we offer a comfortable place to meet with friends over a fresh cup of the best coffee you’ve ever tasted.
Adriana's Mexican Restaurant
7272 CO-86Great deep fried tamales
No-frills facade hides a quaint dining room serving traditional Chinese & Thai noodle & rice dishes.
Johnny's Asian Bistro
10471 S Parker RdNo-frills facade hides a quaint dining room serving traditional Chinese & Thai noodle & rice dishes.
Local counter-serve chain that's a take-out/delivery staple for NY-style pies & other Italian eats.
Antonio's Pizza Pasta Wings
12947 S Parker RdLocal counter-serve chain that's a take-out/delivery staple for NY-style pies & other Italian eats.
American grub from breakfast onward, plus live bands, poker, karaoke & more in a saloon atmosphere
40 locals recommend
Tailgate Tavern & Grill
19552 MainstreetAmerican grub from breakfast onward, plus live bands, poker, karaoke & more in a saloon atmosphere
Informal eatery offering daily pub grub & weekend breakfast, plus live music & happy hour specials.
7 locals recommend
Takoda Tavern
12365 Pine Bluffs WayInformal eatery offering daily pub grub & weekend breakfast, plus live music & happy hour specials.
Artisan Pizza Company offers a full menu of 11-inch signature pizzas made with fresh, hand-crafted dough made in-house every morning. Fresh ingredients and handcrafted workings are the start of something special. Add in our modern, oven-fired technique and you get the unique flavor and experience of an Artisan Pizza, served fast.
Artisan Pizza Co
12311 Pine Bluffs WayArtisan Pizza Company offers a full menu of 11-inch signature pizzas made with fresh, hand-crafted dough made in-house every morning. Fresh ingredients and handcrafted workings are the start of something special. Add in our modern, oven-fired technique and you get the unique flavor and experience of an Artisan Pizza, served fast.
Walton Donuts
10920 S Parker RdHickory House
10335 S Parker RdBBQ
Airy, upscale hideaway presenting hot rock-seared beef, game & other American fare, plus happy hour.
6 locals recommend
Trappers Chop House
19308 Cottonwood DrAiry, upscale hideaway presenting hot rock-seared beef, game & other American fare, plus happy hour.
Butterfield's Ice Cream
13039 S Parker Rd Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Cafes, Breakfast & Brunch, Bakeries. The best cinnamon bread and deserts
12 locals recommend
Kneaders Bakery & Cafe
19190 Mainstreet Cafes, Breakfast & Brunch, Bakeries. The best cinnamon bread and deserts
Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.
11 locals recommend
Texas Roadhouse
11205 S Parker RdLively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.
Family-friendly diner-style chain serving homestyle American breakfast & lunch standards.
14 locals recommend
The Egg & I Restaurants
18901 MainstreetFamily-friendly diner-style chain serving homestyle American breakfast & lunch standards.
Rory's Diner
11020 South Pikes Peak DriveInformal Texas-themed chain offers a meaty menu & full bar amid cattle kitsch decor.
11 locals recommend
Saltgrass Steak House
19310 Cottonwood DrInformal Texas-themed chain offers a meaty menu & full bar amid cattle kitsch decor.
Long-standing brewpub popular with locals because of its classic tavern fare, beer to go & HDTVs.
7 locals recommend
Rockyard Brewing Company
880 Castleton RdLong-standing brewpub popular with locals because of its classic tavern fare, beer to go & HDTVs.
Hangry Ohana
10471 S Parker RdHawaiian Restaurant
Galbi Grill
7517 CO-86Korean barbecue restaurant
Homestyle Thai meals like curries & housemade rice noodles dished up in an unassuming space.
11 locals recommend
Dancing Noodle
10841 S Crossroads DrHomestyle Thai meals like curries & housemade rice noodles dished up in an unassuming space.
Spice Kitchen
19751 MainstreetIndian restaurant
Opa Grill
18366 Lincoln AveGreek restaurant
The Chicken Shack
11211 Dransfeldt RdChicken wings
Contemporary sushi house provides a range of rolls & Japanese-French cuisine in a cheerful setting.
14 locals recommend
Junz
11211 Dransfeldt RdContemporary sushi house provides a range of rolls & Japanese-French cuisine in a cheerful setting.
Los Dos Potrillos Mexican Restaurant y Cervecería
19340 Cottonwood DrMexican Restaurant
Rocky Mountain Pizzeria
19523 Hess RdHandcrafted Italian food that has recipes that have been in their family for generations.
18 locals recommend
Mici Handcrafted Italian
2373 Central Park BlvdHandcrafted Italian food that has recipes that have been in their family for generations.
Fika Coffee House
19559 MainstreetSince 1976, Las Delicias Authentic Mexican Restaurant has been serving original and delicious Mexican dishes made with fresh ingredients from family recipes that have been handed down from generations. We offer a full bar in all of our locations. We have 4 locations in the Denver-Metro area to serve you. Join us in our dining room or call ahead for take-out orders.
Las Delicias Parker
19553 MainstreetSince 1976, Las Delicias Authentic Mexican Restaurant has been serving original and delicious Mexican dishes made with fresh ingredients from family recipes that have been handed down from generations. We offer a full bar in all of our locations. We have 4 locations in the Denver-Metro area to serve you. Join us in our dining room or call ahead for take-out orders.
Our Asian Fusion restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.
Poke Bowl Asian Cafe (Former Mr Buddha)
10981 S Parker RdOur Asian Fusion restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.
Closest Chinese-Simple sit-down Chinese place featuring an extensive menu of traditional fare.
South Garden III
12919 Stroh Ranch CtClosest Chinese-Simple sit-down Chinese place featuring an extensive menu of traditional fare.
Our Sushi restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.
Yutaka Japanese Bistro
4945 S Twenty Mile RdOur Sushi restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.
Shopping
Rustic shopping center featuring dealers of antiques, art, jewelry & collectibles.
Parker Country Market
12450 S Parker RdRustic shopping center featuring dealers of antiques, art, jewelry & collectibles.
If you remember old fashion candy, handcrafted soaps, local honey, homemade frozen pies, locally made jams and jelly's...this is your store. But that's not all...we are also a "Gift Store" where you will find that unique and special gift while savoring the sights and smells of an old time General Store
Mainstreet General Store
19565 MainstreetIf you remember old fashion candy, handcrafted soaps, local honey, homemade frozen pies, locally made jams and jelly's...this is your store. But that's not all...we are also a "Gift Store" where you will find that unique and special gift while savoring the sights and smells of an old time General Store
Outlets at Castle Rock
5050 Factory Shops BlvdOutlet mall in Castle Rock, Colorado
We offer a unique selection of merchandise and interior and exterior decor for every home. In addition, you can find fashion, jewelry, accessories, and gifts for every occasion. New merchandise arrives daily, so stop by to find the perfect gift items for every occasion and take time to browse one of our many unique shoppes.
Along with our Parker location, we have added an assortment of different products on our online shoppe, which mailed by USPS, can make a perfect gift for anyone.
The Parker Shoppes
10685 S Parker RdWe offer a unique selection of merchandise and interior and exterior decor for every home. In addition, you can find fashion, jewelry, accessories, and gifts for every occasion. New merchandise arrives daily, so stop by to find the perfect gift items for every occasion and take time to browse one of our many unique shoppes.
Along with our Parker location, we have added an assortment of different products on our online shoppe, which mailed by USPS, can make a perfect gift for anyone.
Best Buy
11267 S Pikes Peak DrWalmart Supercenter
11101 S Parker RdTarget
7400 S Gartrell RdBoutique selling clothing, accessories, housewares & gifts made by local artists & writers.
Wrought'n Apples Boutique and Gifts
10685 Dransfeldt RdBoutique selling clothing, accessories, housewares & gifts made by local artists & writers.
meadowlark gifts•decor•art
19565 MainstreetGift shop
Parks & Nature
Expansive park with hiking trails, rock climbing walls, wildlife viewing opportunities & more.
Castlewood Canyon State Park is a Colorado state park near Franktown, Colorado. The park protects a unique part of Colorado's history (the Castlewood Canyon Dam).
Nature lovers and groups enjoy environmental diversity on several hiking trails ranging from mild to moderate. The trails range from .5 to 4 miles and can be combined for longer journeys. The winding Cherry Creek flowing along the canyon floor provides wonderful rest stops.
116 locals recommend
Castlewood Canyon State Park
2989 CO-83Expansive park with hiking trails, rock climbing walls, wildlife viewing opportunities & more.
Castlewood Canyon State Park is a Colorado state park near Franktown, Colorado. The park protects a unique part of Colorado's history (the Castlewood Canyon Dam).
Nature lovers and groups enjoy environmental diversity on several hiking trails ranging from mild to moderate. The trails range from .5 to 4 miles and can be combined for longer journeys. The winding Cherry Creek flowing along the canyon floor provides wonderful rest stops.
Location: Travel one mile north of Franktown on Parker Road (Hwy. 83). It is on the west/left side with a large Hidden Mesa Open Space sign.
Highlights: Ride or hike this 1224-acre open space buffer between Castle Rock and Franktown. Embark on this soft-surface trail from the trailhead at the old homestead at Parker Road. Follow the farm lane as it crosses over Cherry Creek and then winds up to the top of the mesa where it loops around viewpoints, rock outcroppings, grass and shrublands, as well as pines and junipers.
Trail Rating: Moderately easy in the lower Cherry Creek valley to moderately difficult as you ascend the mesa and traverse over some rocks on the south side of the mesa to
Hidden Mesa Open Space
3217 CO-83Location: Travel one mile north of Franktown on Parker Road (Hwy. 83). It is on the west/left side with a large Hidden Mesa Open Space sign.
Highlights: Ride or hike this 1224-acre open space buffer between Castle Rock and Franktown. Embark on this soft-surface trail from the trailhead at the old homestead at Parker Road. Follow the farm lane as it crosses over Cherry Creek and then winds up to the top of the mesa where it loops around viewpoints, rock outcroppings, grass and shrublands, as well as pines and junipers.
Trail Rating: Moderately easy in the lower Cherry Creek valley to moderately difficult as you ascend the mesa and traverse over some rocks on the south side of the mesa to
Address: 4678 E. Highway 86, Castle Rock, CO 80104
General Information
Length: 1.8 miles
Open Space acreage: 275 acres
Difficulty: Moderate
Surface: Native surface, single track
Parking: Parking lot on east side of
Overview
On a bluff with steep, rock-capped cliffs overlooking Franktown, and the Cherry Creek Valley. The property features expansive views of the Rocky Mountains extending from Pikes Peak on the south to Longs Peak on the northwest. Beware of steep cliffs and rattlesnakes.
6 locals recommend
Gateway Mesa Open Space
4678 CO-86Address: 4678 E. Highway 86, Castle Rock, CO 80104
General Information
Length: 1.8 miles
Open Space acreage: 275 acres
Difficulty: Moderate
Surface: Native surface, single track
Parking: Parking lot on east side of
Overview
On a bluff with steep, rock-capped cliffs overlooking Franktown, and the Cherry Creek Valley. The property features expansive views of the Rocky Mountains extending from Pikes Peak on the south to Longs Peak on the northwest. Beware of steep cliffs and rattlesnakes.
Located off of Lakeshore Drive, Bingham Lake is a beautiful addition to our community. It offers opportunity for fishing, hiking, biking, and picnicking. Take in the mountain view and observe the many species of birds that make the lake their home at different times throughout the year. You may see an eagle or even a seagull.
Bingham Lake Pinery Reservoir Trail is a 1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Parker, Colorado that features a lake and is good for all skill levels.
Bingham Lake
Located off of Lakeshore Drive, Bingham Lake is a beautiful addition to our community. It offers opportunity for fishing, hiking, biking, and picnicking. Take in the mountain view and observe the many species of birds that make the lake their home at different times throughout the year. You may see an eagle or even a seagull.
Bingham Lake Pinery Reservoir Trail is a 1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Parker, Colorado that features a lake and is good for all skill levels.
Highlights:
253-acre regional park
Great views of the Colorado Front Range mountains, the Denver metro area, and grassland vegetation and wildlife
Connections to Highlands Ranch trails, the East/West Regional Trail, and South Suburban Parks and Recreation District’s trail system
Trail Rating:
Easy with some hills
200-foot elevation gain
Grades may exceed 8% in short stretches
Trail Length:
2.7-mile loop (3.5 miles including the feeder trails and overlooks)
23 locals recommend
Bluffs Regional Park Trail
Highlights:
253-acre regional park
Great views of the Colorado Front Range mountains, the Denver metro area, and grassland vegetation and wildlife
Connections to Highlands Ranch trails, the East/West Regional Trail, and South Suburban Parks and Recreation District’s trail system
Trail Rating:
Easy with some hills
200-foot elevation gain
Grades may exceed 8% in short stretches
Trail Length:
2.7-mile loop (3.5 miles including the feeder trails and overlooks)
Admission charged
Welcome to Denver’s natural and spacious backyard playground. There’s so much to see and enjoy. Summers are busy and action packed while off-peak times are quiet and laid back. Anchored around a 880 surface acre reservoir, the park offers a natural prairie environment of gentle, rolling hills and complete outdoor recreation facilities, including camping, picnicking and facilities for group events.
There’s more to Cherry Creek than traditional park activities. Hard-to-find and unique activities like model airplane flying, horseback riding and a family shooting range are available too.
162 locals recommend
Cherry Creek State Park
4201 S Parker RdAdmission charged
Welcome to Denver’s natural and spacious backyard playground. There’s so much to see and enjoy. Summers are busy and action packed while off-peak times are quiet and laid back. Anchored around a 880 surface acre reservoir, the park offers a natural prairie environment of gentle, rolling hills and complete outdoor recreation facilities, including camping, picnicking and facilities for group events.
There’s more to Cherry Creek than traditional park activities. Hard-to-find and unique activities like model airplane flying, horseback riding and a family shooting range are available too.
Park featuring a short hike that provides quick elevation gain & sweeping views from the top.
Rock Park Trailhead
Rock ParkPark featuring a short hike that provides quick elevation gain & sweeping views from the top.
Located next to Parker’s library, the park and plaza on Mainstreet and Pine Drive is a unique destination. With interactive fountains in the summer, a vibrant ice trail in the winter, and performances and events throughout the year, Discovery Park is a four season community gathering place.
Discovery Park
20115 Mainstreet Located next to Parker’s library, the park and plaza on Mainstreet and Pine Drive is a unique destination. With interactive fountains in the summer, a vibrant ice trail in the winter, and performances and events throughout the year, Discovery Park is a four season community gathering place.
6-acre park with a trailhead. Located along the west side of Parker Road just north of Indian Pipe Lane and the Country Meadows subdivision, this park includes a trailhead with access to Cherry Creek Trail, a fitness circuit, a shade structure with tables and public restrooms. The Parker Arboretum is also located here.
McCabe Meadows
19700 Indianpipe Ln 6-acre park with a trailhead. Located along the west side of Parker Road just north of Indian Pipe Lane and the Country Meadows subdivision, this park includes a trailhead with access to Cherry Creek Trail, a fitness circuit, a shade structure with tables and public restrooms. The Parker Arboretum is also located here.
This trail, which is approximately eight+ miles long, is the most significant trail resource in the Town, and it extends from the Norton Farms Open Space in the north to Stroh Ranch Park in the south.
Amenities
Cherry Creek Trail includes a 10-foot wide concrete pedestrian / bicycle path and an adjacent unpaved equestrian trail. Trailheads with parking, restrooms and picnic areas are located along the Cherry Creek Trail at McCabe Meadows Park, Bar CCC Park and Cottonwood Trailhead Park.
Cherry Creek Trail
Cherry Creek TrailThis trail, which is approximately eight+ miles long, is the most significant trail resource in the Town, and it extends from the Norton Farms Open Space in the north to Stroh Ranch Park in the south.
Amenities
Cherry Creek Trail includes a 10-foot wide concrete pedestrian / bicycle path and an adjacent unpaved equestrian trail. Trailheads with parking, restrooms and picnic areas are located along the Cherry Creek Trail at McCabe Meadows Park, Bar CCC Park and Cottonwood Trailhead Park.
Sightseeing
The Colorado Horse Park, located in Parker, Colorado, is home to a number of equestrian events including top hunter/jumper, dressage, and eventing competitions during the spring, summer, and fall seasons. The facility also includes annual boarding for over 100 horses.
Colorado Horse Park
7522 S Pinery DrThe Colorado Horse Park, located in Parker, Colorado, is home to a number of equestrian events including top hunter/jumper, dressage, and eventing competitions during the spring, summer, and fall seasons. The facility also includes annual boarding for over 100 horses.
Entertainment & Activities
AMC Twenty Mile 10
18625 Stage RunBoondocks Food & Fun Parker
18706 Cottonwood DrLooking for something exciting to do with friends, family, or colleagues? Then come out to Clue Room and check out this global entertainment experience that is sweeping the nation!
You and your team are “trapped” in a unfamiliar room. With only 60 minutes to escape, you will need to work together to solve various puzzles, mysteries, & clues to complete your mission. It’s all about having fun, thinking creatively, & teamwork!
The Clue Room
7286 S Yosemite StLooking for something exciting to do with friends, family, or colleagues? Then come out to Clue Room and check out this global entertainment experience that is sweeping the nation!
You and your team are “trapped” in a unfamiliar room. With only 60 minutes to escape, you will need to work together to solve various puzzles, mysteries, & clues to complete your mission. It’s all about having fun, thinking creatively, & teamwork!
Themed escape room adventures. Discover clues and solve puzzles to escape or reach a goal in a 60 minute.
Try'n Escape
19515 E Parker Square Dr
Themed escape room adventures. Discover clues and solve puzzles to escape or reach a goal in a 60 minute.
During the winter, the new Parker Ice Trail at Discovery Park, located next to Parker's new Library on Mainstreet and Pine Drive, is available seven days a week. One of the only ice trails in the country, the new Parker skating path meanders through the park reminiscent of a frozen river or canal. Skaters or visitors can stay warm next to any of the three fire pits adjacent to the ice trail, or enjoy hot chocolate while watching skaters pass by. Concessions, skate rental and restroom facilities are available for all patrons visiting the park.
Parker Ice Trail at Discovery Park
20115 MainstreetDuring the winter, the new Parker Ice Trail at Discovery Park, located next to Parker's new Library on Mainstreet and Pine Drive, is available seven days a week. One of the only ice trails in the country, the new Parker skating path meanders through the park reminiscent of a frozen river or canal. Skaters or visitors can stay warm next to any of the three fire pits adjacent to the ice trail, or enjoy hot chocolate while watching skaters pass by. Concessions, skate rental and restroom facilities are available for all patrons visiting the park.
Drinks & Nightlife
Casual place with eclectic eats & many wines by the glass & bottle, chosen by the sommelier-owners.
21 locals recommend
Vines Wine Bar and Bistro
19501 MainstreetCasual place with eclectic eats & many wines by the glass & bottle, chosen by the sommelier-owners.
The craft brewing scene is an amazing collection of people and ideas coming together. At Downhill Brewing we have a passion for the beer and pizza we create, but also for the community that craft brewing gives us! Come visit Parker’s oldest brewery and enjoy award winning beers, pizza, and camaraderie! Cheers!
12 locals recommend
Downhill Brewing
18921 Plaza Dr The craft brewing scene is an amazing collection of people and ideas coming together. At Downhill Brewing we have a passion for the beer and pizza we create, but also for the community that craft brewing gives us! Come visit Parker’s oldest brewery and enjoy award winning beers, pizza, and camaraderie! Cheers!
Welcome Home Brewery- Parker's newest and southern-most brewery and tap-room with a cozy tap room for quality craft beer. You can bring food from Rocky Mountain Pizza, nextdoor.
Welcome Home Brewery
19523 Hess RdWelcome Home Brewery- Parker's newest and southern-most brewery and tap-room with a cozy tap room for quality craft beer. You can bring food from Rocky Mountain Pizza, nextdoor.
Purgatory Cellars
18921 Plaza DrColorado Winery with European Charm
Purgatory Cellars
18921 Plaza DrColorado Winery with European Charm
Essentials
King Soopers
12959 S Parker Rdclosest grocery store
Walgreens
19028 Lincoln Aveclosest drugstore
Natural Grocers
11402 S Parker RdSprouts Farmers Market
9751 S Parker Rd