Menu & Pricing
🥞 Sweets ($6-$12)
• Pancake - $6
• Pancake Combo (one pancake, egg, bacon or sausage) - $10
• Swedish Roll-Up's - $9
• French Banana Pancakes - $12
• French Toast - $7 / Combo $12
• Belgian Waffle - $12
🍳 Skillets & Scrambles ($12-$13)
• Veggie Scramble (GF/V) - $12
• Mountain Home Scramble (sausage, green chile, pepper jack) - $13
• Skillet Breakfast - $13
🧀 Omelets ($12-$14)
• Denver Omelet - $12
• California Omelet (bacon, avocado, salsa) - $14
⭐ House Favorites ($12-$15)
• Breakfast Burrito (pork green chile) - $12
• Migas (GF/V) - $12
• Arizona Hash Browns - $12
• All-American Skillet - $13
• Mexican Benedict - $14
• San Francisco Burger - $15
• Southwestern Chicken Hash - $15
What Makes Mountain Home Cafe Special
Mountain Home Cafe has been the best breakfast in Estes Park since 1998 - and the locals know it. With 2,138+ reviews averaging 4.5 stars, this compact Stanley Village eatery fills up fast with regulars who've been coming for over a decade. The green chile rivals Pueblo, which is about the highest compliment you can give in Colorado.
The location in Stanley Village means free parking and no downtown crowds. You'll find plenty of spots in the lot, and the cozy interior plus outdoor patio offers seating for all group sizes. The atmosphere is low-key and comfortable - nothing fancy, just consistently excellent food served by hardworking staff.
What sets Mountain Home apart is the attention to detail. Real maple syrup option with pancakes. Scratch biscuits with the benedicts. House-made green chile that elevates everything it touches. Portions are generous enough that the breakfast burrito can feed two people.
What to Order (Signature Dishes)
Huevos Rancheros - The best anywhere, worth driving past every other breakfast spot in town. Comes with the famous pork green chile that rivals Pueblo.
Migas ($12) - Corn tortillas scrambled with eggs, green chiles, onions, and tomatoes. A standout dish. The green chile accompaniment is not to be missed.
Country Fried Steak ($13) - Breaded beef steak with sausage gravy, two eggs, hash browns, and whole grain toast. A hearty post-hike meal that delivers.
Breakfast Burrito ($12) - Scrambled eggs, hash browns, cheese, choice of protein, wrapped in flour tortilla and smothered in that legendary pork green chile. Massive portions.
French Banana Pancakes ($12) - Swedish pancakes with bananas, brown sugar sauce, and whipped cream. The go-to for those with a sweet tooth.
💡 Pro Tip: The green chile is the star here. Get it on everything - breakfast burrito, Arizona hash browns, eggs. Also ask about their specials - the corned beef benedict on scratch biscuits shows up regularly and is worth ordering when available.
Who It's For (And Who It's Not For)
Best for: Early risers hitting RMNP (opens 7am), families with kids (kid menu available), gluten-free diners (lots of GF options), locals and return visitors who know quality, and anyone wanting the best breakfast in Estes Park.
Skip if: You want dinner (closes at 2:30pm), need reservations (walk-ins only with tablet sign-in when busy), or expect quick service during peak weekend hours (expect a wait on busy mornings).
Looking for other breakfast options? Check Bird's Nest for pastries and pizza, or River Walk Café for riverside coffee and focaccia.
Practical Information
- 📍Location: 457 E Wonderview Ave, Stanley Village
- ⏰Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-2:30pm, Sun 7am-2pm
- 🚗Parking: Free lot in Stanley Village - plenty of spaces
- 📅Reservations: Walk-ins only; sign in on tablet when busy
- 🍳Style: Breakfast & lunch (closes mid-afternoon)
- 👶Families: Kid-friendly with kids menu
- 🌿Dietary: Lots of gluten-free options (marked GF)
- 🪑Seating: Indoor dining area, outdoor patio, booth seating
💡 Timing Tip: Arrive early to avoid the wait, especially on weekends. If there's a line, put your name in on the tablet near the entrance. The wait is worth it - 10+ year loyal customers don't keep coming back for nothing.