The Rock Inn – American
This rustic mountain retreat invites guests into a space where the warmth of a crackling fire meets the bold, adventurous flavors of the high country. Savory aromas of smoked elk sausage and zesty Cajun shrimp drift through the air, while hearty bowls of chili-lime sweet potato soup and vibrant heritage salads offer a comforting balance of spice and freshness. Whether sharing a plate of sweet-and-savory Devils on Horseback or tucking into a bowl of loaded potato soup, diners find a soulful sanctuary that celebrates the rugged spirit of the wilderness.
SH-66 https://rockinnestes.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at The Rock Inn
Dairy-Free at The Rock Inn
The Rock Inn in Lyons has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Organic Red Quinoa, Smoky-Lime Black Beans and Chili-Lime Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Rock Inn
The Rock Inn in Lyons has 25 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Warm French Bread, Thin-Crust Cheese Pizza and Creamy Polenta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Rock Inn
The Rock Inn in Lyons has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Roasted Red Pepper Salmon, New York Strip and Colorado Bison Meatballs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Rock Inn
The Rock Inn in Lyons has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Colorado Cosmo, Rock Cut Altruism Draft and Sandeman Port. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Rock Inn
The Rock Inn in Lyons has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Colorado Cosmo, Rock Cut Controlled Burn Draft and Rock Cut Altruism Draft. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Rock Inn
The Rock Inn in Lyons has 25 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Organic Red Quinoa, Smoky-Lime Black Beans and Chili-Lime Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Rock Inn
The Rock Inn in Lyons has 38 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Warm French Bread, Thin-Crust Cheese Pizza and Creamy Polenta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at The Rock Inn
The Rock Inn in Lyons has 9 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Roasted Red Pepper Salmon, Organic Red Quinoa and Chili-Lime Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Rock Inn
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Devils on Horseback | 63.7 g | 48.2 g |
| Colorado Bison Meatballs | 15.3 g | 33.5 g |
| Loaded Potato Soup | 28.2 g | 32.6 g |
| Gem Lake Salad | 19.2 g | 32.3 g |
| Cajun Shrimp | 26.2 g | 32.1 g |
| Roasted Red Pepper Salmon | 16.7 g | 31.9 g |
| Smoky-Lime Black Beans | 29 g | 31.8 g |
| Spicy Southwest Bowl | 20 g | 28.3 g |
| Greens & Grains Bowl | 77.2 g | 24.3 g |
| Flatbread Chicken | 20 g | 19.8 g |
| Pan-Seared Trout | 14.4 g | 18.8 g |
| Spicy Corn Dip | 7.1 g | 17.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for providing a consistent and reliable dining experience, guests highlight the establishment's ability to meet basic expectations with a straightforward approach to its menu. Reviewers appreciate the dependable service and functional
Menu
Starters
- Devils on Horseback - $12: Garlic-stuffed, bacon-wrapped dates with homemade aioli. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Elk Sausage - $16: With honey mustard dressing, warm bread, and pickles. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Shrimp - $16: 4 shrimp sautéed with butter, onion, garlic, and Cajun spice on creamy polenta. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chuck’s Buffalo Wings - $16: With house-made ranch or blue cheese dressing, carrots, and celery. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Corn Dip - $12: Corn, cheese, peppers, and onions. Served warm with homemade tortilla chips and sour cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Potato Soup - $8: With bacon and cheddar-jack cheese. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili-Lime Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup - $7: Topped with corn tortilla strips. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Heritage Salad - $13: Mixed greens topped with chilled sautéed onions, chopped dates, and crushed cashews. Served with poppy seed dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gem Lake Salad - $14: Mixed greens with olive tapenade, pepperoncini, roasted red peppers, feta, and herb vinaigrette dressing. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $12: Romaine hearts and croutons tossed in classic Caesar dressing topped with shaved Parmesan. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $11: Mixed greens, shredded carrots, chopped cabbage, and dressing of choice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Flatbread Chicken - $18: Diced marinated chicken breast, sautéed onions, tomatoes, olive tapenade, and melted Swiss in a warm pita with cilantro herbed aioli. Served with fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bella Pita - $18: House-made cashew cheese, mixed greens, house-pickled red cabbage, sautéed baby bella mushrooms, onions, shredded carrots, and roasted tomato in a warm pita with balsamic vinaigrette. Served with fries. Dietary tags: Dairy-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 Pound Char-Grilled Beef Burger - $20: 8-ounce Gold Canyon Angus patty on a brioche bun. Served with fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Filet Mignon - $42: Hand-cut, char-grilled, 7-ounce Gold Canyon Natural Gourmet Angus steak. Served with vegetables, side, and bread. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- New York Strip - $42: Hand-cut, char-grilled, 10-ounce Gold Canyon Natural Gourmet Angus steak. Served with vegetables, side, and bread. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Colorado Bison Meatballs - $31: In a creamy brown gravy. Served with vegetables, side, and bread. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan-Seared Trout - $37: With dill butter and fresh lemon or Cajun style. Served with vegetables, side, and bread. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Red Pepper Salmon - $36: Pan-seared and topped with roasted red pepper cream sauce. Served with vegetables, side, and bread. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Grains & Pasta
- Salmon Bowl - $36: 8-ounce Norwegian salmon filet on mixed greens and organic red quinoa. Choice of sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Southwest Bowl - $32: Choice of chicken, bison, or tempeh; sautéed with Cajun seasoning, tomato, onion, garlic, jalapeno, and black beans on mixed greens, topped with sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greens & Grains Bowl - $27: Mixed greens, organic red quinoa, black beans, roasted tomatoes and sweet potato. Choice of sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stroganoff - $33: Filet tips sautéed in a mushroom, onion, garlic, and sour cream sauce on fettuccini, topped with shaved Parmesan. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bison Marinara - $33: Ground bison, mushrooms, and fettuccini sautéed in a garlic and onion marinara, topped with shaved Parmesan. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta Alfredo - $27: Roasted tomatoes, cremini mushrooms, and fettuccini in garlic and onion Alfredo sauce topped with shaved Parmesan. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta Calypso - $27: Onion, garlic, tomato, olive tapenade, cremini mushrooms, pepperoncini, roasted red peppers, and artichoke sautéed with fettuccini, infused olive oil, and lemon, topped with feta. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
10" Personal Pizzas
- Thin-Crust Cheese Pizza - $16: Thin-crust cheese pizza with red sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Warm French Bread - $4: With whipped cinnamon honey butter. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creamy Polenta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Organic Red Quinoa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoky-Lime Black Beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Brownie Sundae - $11: Warm oat-flour brownie with vanilla ice cream, caramel, and fresh whipped cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Apple Bread Pudding - $12: With warming spices, apples, raisins, and topped with vanilla bourbon pastry cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Chip Cheesecake - $12: Vanilla-chocolate chip with an oat flower brownie crust and fresh whipped cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Vanilla Bean Ice Cream - $5: All natural vanilla bean ice cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Alpine Manhattan - $15: 291 Rye, pine syrup, brandied cherries, and black walnut bitters. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Alpine Old Fashioned - $15: Breckenridge Bourbon, pine syrup, muddled orange, black walnut bitters and a cherry. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Colorado Cosmo - $14: Woody Creek Vodka, Cointreau, cranberry, and fresh lime juice. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Mountain Top Margarita - $14: Suerte Anejo, Cointreau, and fresh-squeezed sour mix. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Love on the Mountain - $13: Breckenridge Vodka, Peach Schnapps and Leopold Brothers Tart Cherry Liquor, mixed with orange juice and a splash of cranberry. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse
- Sandbeach Sangria - $13: Merlot, Pinot Grigio, Leopold Brothers Orange Liqueur mixed with pineapple, cherry and orange juice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Rock Collins - $12: Woody Creek Vodka, fresh-squeezed lemon juice, simple syrup, and club soda. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Espresso Martini - $14: Breckenridge Espresso Vodka, Bailey's Irish Cream and Kahlua.
- Mountain Mule - $13: House-infused mint Montanya Platino Colorado Rum, ginger beer and fresh lime juice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse
- Saint Theresa - $13: Woody Creek Gin, St. Germain, fresh-squeezed lemon juice, and club soda. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Rock Cut Altruism Draft - $7: German-style Amber, 5.0% ABV. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Rock Cut Controlled Burn Draft - $7: Smoked Brown Ale, 5.4% ABV. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- Lumpy Ridge El Rancho Draft - $7: Lager, 5% ABV. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Dales Pale Ale Draft - $8: Pale Ale, 6.5% ABV. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Easy Street Wheat Draft - $7: Unfiltered American-style Wheat, 4.6% ABV. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Odell IPA Draft - $8: India Pale Ale, 7% ABV. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Sippin’ Pretty Draft - $7: Fruited Sour Ale, 4.5% ABV. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Hazer Tag IPA Draft - $7: Hazy IPA, 7% ABV. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Milk Stout Nitro Draft - $8: Smooth stout, 6.0% ABV. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Isolation Winter Ale Draft - $8: Malty ale, 6% ABV. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Beer Flight - $10: Choice of any 4 draft beers (4oz each).
- Sandeman Port - $10: 10 year Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about The Rock Inn
- Is The Rock Inn dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Rock Inn has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Organic Red Quinoa, Smoky-Lime Black Beans and Chili-Lime Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup.
- What can I eat at The Rock Inn on a dairy-free diet?
- Organic Red Quinoa, Smoky-Lime Black Beans and Chili-Lime Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Rock Inn have vegan options?
- Yes. 25 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Organic Red Quinoa and Smoky-Lime Black Beans.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Rock Inn?
- Devils on Horseback, at roughly 48.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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