Locals Love It
05/26/2026 01:23PM ● By Ski Town Media Staff
Pickin' on the Dead performs at Snow Bowl's free summer music festival in 2025. Photo courtesy of Snow Bowl.
Looking for the best burger? Or where to buy that souvenir sweatshirt you wanted? We asked six locals to share their favorite spots downtown. Here’s what they said.
Where to Listen to Live Music
Local musician Pat Waters says the best soundtrack to a Steamboat summer is the free concert series at Snow Bowl. Grab a drink, find a spot on the lawn and settle in – this is how locals do live music.
Where to Buy Local Jewelry
We reached out to local artist Paulina Johnson, who is a co-owner at Pine Moon Fine Art. She recommended her fellow co-owner, Tibby Speare, who makes handcrafted pieces from metal, stones and gems. Find her jewelry at Pine Moon Fine Art. Or stop by Ohana to browse creations from local artisans like Brett Buckles and Sabina Jewelry.
Where to Buy a Great Sweatshirt
We took this question to the teenagers and the result was clear: “We all like Upcountry for sweatshirts,” says high school student Lyla Baker. “They have simple, cute and modern prints that are perfect for day-to-day wear and are very comfortable.”
Where to Sip the Best Cocktail
After more than a decade in Steamboat’s restaurant scene, Natasha Krefft knows where to find a great drink. Her pick: the Silver Sage at Aurum Food & Wine – bright, herbal and the perfect sip for a golden summer evening by the river.
Where to Find a Good Burger
When ski legend Pete Wither needs to refuel, he goes big. He swears by the burgers at Après Burger Bistro – stacked high, dripping with flavor and exactly what you want after a long day outside.
Where to Tune Your Bike
Routt County Riders runs a community bike shop with a bonus: it’s free for anyone to use. Check the link for hours; they change based on the season. Local member Paul Majors says a mechanic is on duty and a wide variety of parts are available for purchase. www.routtcountyriders.org/bikematch/
For a full-service shop, he suggests Ride Workshop. “They provide a very high level of detail and the best bikes,” Paul says. “They also have high-end rentals if people are not traveling with their own but still want to ride the very best.”
Looking for the best burger? Or where to buy that souvenir sweatshirt you wanted? We asked six locals to share their favorite spots downtown. Here’s what they said.
Where to Listen to Live Music
Local musician Pat Waters says the best soundtrack to a Steamboat summer is the free concert series at Snow Bowl. Grab a drink, find a spot on the lawn and settle in – this is how locals do live music.
Where to Buy Local Jewelry
We reached out to local artist Paulina Johnson, who is a co-owner at Pine Moon Fine Art. She recommended her fellow co-owner, Tibby Speare, who makes handcrafted pieces from metal, stones and gems. Find her jewelry at Pine Moon Fine Art. Or stop by Ohana to browse creations from local artisans like Brett Buckles and Sabina Jewelry.
Where to Buy a Great Sweatshirt
We took this question to the teenagers and the result was clear: “We all like Upcountry for sweatshirts,” says high school student Lyla Baker. “They have simple, cute and modern prints that are perfect for day-to-day wear and are very comfortable.”
Where to Sip the Best Cocktail
After more than a decade in Steamboat’s restaurant scene, Natasha Krefft knows where to find a great drink. Her pick: the Silver Sage at Aurum Food & Wine – bright, herbal and the perfect sip for a golden summer evening by the river.
Where to Find a Good Burger
When ski legend Pete Wither needs to refuel, he goes big. He swears by the burgers at Après Burger Bistro – stacked high, dripping with flavor and exactly what you want after a long day outside.
Where to Tune Your Bike
Routt County Riders runs a community bike shop with a bonus: it’s free for anyone to use. Check the link for hours; they change based on the season. Local member Paul Majors says a mechanic is on duty and a wide variety of parts are available for purchase. www.routtcountyriders.org/bikematch/
For a full-service shop, he suggests Ride Workshop. “They provide a very high level of detail and the best bikes,” Paul says. “They also have high-end rentals if people are not traveling with their own but still want to ride the very best.”