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Boathouse Cantina

228 N F St., Salida, CO 81201-2107
719.539.5004
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Ranked #9 of 35 restaurants in Salida
Cuisines: American, Southwestern, Bar, Family Fare
Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, After-hours
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USA
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

A bunch of us stopped in to this restaurant on a cross-country road trip to the CB area. Good food, good service, and a nice view of the river. Their chilis are really good, as was the carne asada salad. The fish tacos were tasty, but a little on the light side in terms of being filling. The burritos are... More

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Saguache, Colorado
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Several visits to this delightfully located restaurant looking over the Arkansas River were consistently disappointing. The food varied from disappointing to just acceptable. Service varied from better than average to don't they know or care that we're here. There are better choices in Salida unless all you want is a good view while you dine.

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
Top Contributor
77 reviews 77 reviews
60 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
81 helpful votes 81 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Salida is one of our favorite places to hang out in the mountains. Small town, not so much glitz and a great river that runs through it. For some reason, we've tried a number of the restaurants in town but not the Boathouse. So today we gave it a try and, wow, my wife and I really liked it. Although... More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

One of the only places right OVER the river in Salida. We try to plan our trips so we can stop and have a bite at The Boathouse. We try to make sure we are there during off hours so we can get the best seating next to the river. It can get a little crazy on Friday and Saturday... More

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Salida, Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

I am not sure it was named BH Cantina. I just recall the hotel referring me to "the Boathouse". Nice place, right on the river, outside dining great view and good food.

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Santa Fe, New Mexico
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7 reviews 7 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

The place is usually full but I suspect that is just because it has been around a while. The only good view is to the west upriver and only the corner tables and a few chairs on the river side can see that. You can't see the big hill with the S on it because of the trees and looking... More

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Longmont, Colorado
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23 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

This place will appeal to everyone, families, twenty-somethings, and seniors. It's open, casual, and has a view of the river. Two friends and I stopped in for a late lunch. They opted for soup & sandwich combos and I had the day's special burrito accompanied by green chili with chicken. We were all so full that dinner was only a... More

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See 4 more reviews by Bruce RL for Salida
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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

Based on other TripAdvisor reviews we decided to get drinks at the Boathouse and then walk two blocks to The Fritz. The Boathouse is in a great location! We loved the view of the river, the retractable windows to let in fresh air, and the quick and friendly service. They had a great selection of local beers on tap. We... More

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Salt Lake City, Utah
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10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2013

I actually love going to the Boathouse. Sits right on the river and just has a great atmosphere. The homemade sangria is AWESOME. The food is average. They changed their menu about a year ago and much of the appetizers I enjoyed and went there for were taken off. Chips and salsa are your basic out of a bag and... More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2013

We hit this place up every time we go to Salida!! Sometimes twice!! The chips n' salsa rock and their Boater Burger..... with the green chili and avocado .... TO - DIE - FOR!!! It's a bar/restaurant, but completely kid friendly!!! We made reservations for 12 over MLK weekend and thought we would have to wait forever, but when we... More

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