Dining at the hotel: Mountain View, Gates Grille, Elevations and The General Store
Cheyenne Mountain Resort’s on-site dining centers on four options: Mountain View Restaurant for a paid breakfast buffet with terrace seating, Gates Grille for seasonal American lunch and dinner near the golf course, Elevations for Colorado-inspired cocktails and light meals, and The General Store for coffee, ice cream and grab-and-go items. Room service (In-Room Dining) is also available during stated hours.
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Mountain View Restaurant — breakfast with a view
Mountain View Restaurant is the resort’s breakfast spot serving a daily buffet of contemporary American favorites with Rocky Mountain flavors. The restaurant offers outdoor terrace seating that looks toward the Front Range.
Hours are Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–10:30 AM and Saturday–Sunday 7:00 AM–11:00 AM. Reservations are not required for the breakfast buffet.
The buffet carries a fee (the dossier lists an adult price). If you need a quick start, The General Store also serves coffee earlier in the morning.
- Cuisine: American breakfast buffet
- Hours: Mon–Fri 7:00 AM–10:30 AM; Sat–Sun 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
- Outdoor terrace seating with mountain views
- Reservations: not required for breakfast
| What | Notes |
|---|---|
| Breakfast buffet | Contemporary American favorites with Rocky Mountain touches |
| Cost | A fee applies for the buffet (check resort for current rate) |
| Best for | Families and early risers who want a sit-down buffet |
Gates Grille — golf-course casual lunch and dinner
Gates Grille serves seasonally inspired American dishes and sits near the Country Club of Colorado/golf course with sweeping Cheyenne Mountain views. It is intended for resort guests and Country Club of Colorado members.
Hours are midweek and weekend varied: Wed–Thu 11:00 AM–7:00 PM, Fri–Sat 11:00 AM–8:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM–7:00 PM. The venue offers alfresco dining when weather permits and a children’s menu is available.
- Cuisine: Seasonal American, golf-course setting
- Hours: Wed–Thu 11:00 AM–7:00 PM; Fri–Sat 11:00 AM–8:00 PM; Sun 11:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Family-friendly: children’s menu offered
- Access: reserved for resort guests and Country Club of Colorado members
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Type | Lunch & Dinner (seasonal/menu varies) |
| Outdoor seating | Available when weather permits with golf and mountain views |
| Bar | Drinks available at the bar |
Elevations — cocktails and Colorado-inspired bites
Elevations is the resort’s lounge and bar focusing on Colorado flavors alongside cocktails and lighter lunch/dinner options. It’s suitable for an easy drink after activities or a casual meal.
Published hours are Monday–Thursday 11:00 AM–10:00 PM, Friday–Saturday 11:00 AM–11:00 PM, and Sunday 11:00 AM–10:00 PM. Times can vary by listing, so confirm at the front desk if you plan a late visit.
- Focus: Cocktails and Colorado-inspired small plates
- Hours: Mon–Thu 11:00 AM–10:00 PM; Fri–Sat 11:00 AM–11:00 PM; Sun 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Atmosphere: lounge-style, relaxed bar seating
- Good for: après-activity drinks or a casual evening
| When to go | Why |
|---|---|
| Late afternoon | Wind down after golf or lake activities |
| Evening | Cocktails and small-plate sharing |
| Weeknights | Quieter bar seating |
The General Store — coffee, ice cream and grab-and-go
The General Store: Premium Coffee & Creamery is in the lobby and provides coffee, smoothies, ice cream and grab-and-go snacks. It’s a convenient stop for early departures or families looking for quick items.
Hours are daily 6:30 AM–5:00 PM. Because it’s in the lobby, it’s an easy pick-up point before excursions or when skipping the sit-down breakfast.
- Offerings: Coffee, smoothies, ice cream, snacks
- Hours: Daily 6:30 AM–5:00 PM
- Location: Lobby — good for quick pick-up
- Best for: early risers, families, grab-and-go needs
| Item | Use case |
|---|---|
| Coffee & smoothies | Quick caffeine or light refreshment before activities |
| Ice cream | Afternoon treat after pool or lake time |
| Grab-and-go snacks | Pack for hikes or road trips |
In-Room Dining and other meal logistics
In-Room Dining (room service) is offered daily. Published hours for delivery are breakfast 7:00 AM–11:00 AM and dinner 4:00 PM–9:00 PM, but confirm availability when you arrive.
The resort is not all-inclusive; meals and drinks are charged a la carte unless you have a package that states otherwise. The nightly resort fee covers amenities like fitness center and pool access, Wi‑Fi, and in-room coffee and bottled water, not dining.
- In-Room Dining hours: Breakfast 7:00 AM–11:00 AM; Dinner 4:00 PM–9:00 PM (confirm at check-in)
- Dining costs: menu items billed separately from room rate
- Resort fee: does not include meals or alcoholic drinks
| Service | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| In-Room Dining — breakfast | 7:00 AM–11:00 AM |
| In-Room Dining — dinner | 4:00 PM–9:00 PM |
| The General Store | 6:30 AM–5:00 PM |
Practical tips for dining during your stay
If you have specific dietary needs, the resort’s restaurants list vegetarian options and will accommodate common requests; speak with staff about allergies or special diets. For family dining, Gates Grille has a children’s menu and Mountain View’s buffet is family-friendly.
Because hours can vary seasonally or for private events, check current opening times at check-in or call the resort. The primary guest must be at least 21 years old at check-in, though children are welcome to dine once registered.
- Confirm restaurant hours on arrival — venues may close or change service for private events
- Make reservations for Gates Grille or larger party meals when possible (Gates Grille can accept reservations)
- Use The General Store for early departures or quick snacks
- Ask about vegetarian options and allergy accommodations
| When to call | Reason |
|---|---|
| Before arrival | Reserve Gates Grille for a larger party or confirm hours |
| At check-in | Confirm in-room dining hours and current menus |
| During stay | Check for private events that might alter restaurant hours |
