You certainly won’t go hungry during a visit to Littleton, with the city’s dozens of restaurants offering up every type of cuisine. You can find classic breakfast diners, homemade Italian favorites, award-winning Mexican food, beer gardens and cocktail lounges, and so much more all right here in Littleton! Be sure to check out some of these local favorites while you’re in town.

Breakfast & Coffee

Toast Fine Food & Coffee

This popular breakfast spot opened in 2006 and makes nearly everything on their menu from scratch. Specialties include Santa Fe French toast, stuffed with eggs, chorizo, green chilies, and melted cheese, and their Nutty pancakes, topped with Nutella, banana crème, and Nutter Butters. Location: 2630 W. Belleview Ave

Louis’ Diner

Louis’ is an old-school diner known for its family feel and friendly service. Classic breakfast foods are the most popular, but they’re open for lunch and dinner (Wednesdays through Fridays) as well. Location: 1500 W. Littleton Blvd.

DIRT Coffee Bar

Located in Historic Downtown Littleton, DIRT Coffee is a nonprofit dedicated to training, employing, and empowering neurodivergent individuals through workforce development programming. Stop in for coffee, tea, breakfast burritos and paninis, and even some beer or wine. Location: 5767 S. Rapp St.

Lunch & Dinner

Romano’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

This family-run Italian restaurant has been a community favorite for more than fifty years. They offer a

full menu of Italian classics, as well as lunch specials and catering and banquet services. Location: 5666 S. Windermere St.

Angelo’s Taverna

Angelo’s is home to something of a novelty in Colorado – an oyster bar with fresh and charbroiled oysters. Their menu also features a wide variety of handmade pastas and pizzas. In the summer, enjoy the sunshine and mountain views from their outdoor patio. Location: 6685 S. Santa Fe Dr.

Palenque Cocina Y Agaveria

Palenque brings fresh, authentic Mexican food and agave cocktails to Historic Downtown Littleton. They won a 2023 “Best of Denver” award from Westword and are known for their Sopapillas. Location: 2609 W. Main St.

NoNo’s Café

For more than 25 years, this homey café has been offering up Cajun, Creole, and Southern specialties. Local favorites include the hot sausage po-boy, smothered catfish, and their strawberry cake for dessert. Location: 3005 W. County Line Road

Beer & Cocktails

Jake’s Brew Bar & Beer Garden

Jake’s is home to 36 rotating taps featuring the best in Colorado craft beer, along with an extensive bottle list and wine and spirits as well. The beer garden is open year-round, and they host special events throughout the year. Location: 2540 W. Main St.

Locavore Beer Works

Littleton’s first craft brewery specializes in handcrafted brews and providing a friendly and inviting atmosphere. The brewery is family and pet friendly and features plenty of seating both inside and outside on the patio. Location: 5950 S. Platte Canyon Rd.

Lazy Greyhound

The Lazy Greyhound is a classy cocktail lounge inspired by the classic British gentlemen’s clubs of yesteryear. The bar menu features classic cocktails and modern drink recipes crafted on site, as well as beer and wine and appetizers for sharing. Location: 2570 W. Main St.