Longmont, Colorado, offers a growing selection of restaurants catering to health-conscious diners. Whether you're a dedicated vegan, a gluten-free enthusiast, or simply seeking a nutritious and delicious meal, Longmont's culinary scene has something to offer. This article explores some of the establishments prioritizing fresh, wholesome ingredients and innovative menus designed to nourish your body.
Modern Market Eatery: Fueling Your Body with Flavor
Modern Market Eatery, founded in the heart of Colorado, embodies the spirit of adventurous living, which means that embracing an active lifestyle, eating healthy, and playing outdoors go hand in hand. This restaurant chain focuses on providing meals built for flavor and made for fuel.
Chef-Crafted Options: Modern Market Eatery offers Chef-Crafted Bowls, Crisp Salads, and Toasted Sandwiches. Every dish served is made with real, clean ingredients. There are no artificial additives-just bold flavors inspired by the farmers market.
Menu Highlights: Modern Market's menu includes craveable favorites like the Garden Steak Salad & Chile Steak Sandwich. They are known for leveling up flavor and freebies.
Rewards Program: They offer a rewards program where you earn points with every order, score exclusive rewards, and get surprise treats.
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Catering Services: Modern Market Eatery also offers tasty salad bars, boxed lunches, wrap platters & fresh sides that groups of 10 - 1,000 will love.
Red Cedar Bistro: A Mediterranean Escape with Local Flair
Located in Longmont's vibrant Main Street District, Red Cedar Bistro offers approachable, modern Tri-Regional Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant prides itself on using local farms for produce and Colorado ranches for Bison & lamb.
Atmosphere: A cozy sidewalk patio greets you as you enter the restaurant. The colors of antique copper, bronze, dark natural wood, and teal set the tone, highlighted by local art tastefully arranged throughout the restaurant.
Cuisine: The restaurant offers a diverse menu with something for everyone, whether you're a meat lover, vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free. You can start with one of several Tapas & Appetizers, then choose between scratch-made classic favorite sandwiches like our famous loaded Gyro, Falafel Wrap and Flatbread Pizza, or inspired dishes such as Lamb Bolognese, Steak au Poivre and Fresh Branzino. Fresh salads, grilled meats and seafood, handmade pastas, and more are waiting for you.
Drinks: Red Cedar Bistro offers spirited cocktails, local craft beers, an extensive selection of wines from around the Mediterranean and domestic wines, or even some playful non-alcoholic options.
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The Red Cedar Team: Executive Chef Larry Shore started his training early and honed his skills in fine dining restaurants in Manhattan, New York. Sandy Tracey Shore, a longtime graphic designer & artist, is responsible for choosing the artwork hanging in Red Cedar Bistro.
Art Gallery: Red Cedar Bistro displays artwork from local artists and employees throughout the Dining Room. Rotations hang for approximately 3 months.
Beyond the Spotlight: Other Healthy Options in the Area
While Modern Market and Red Cedar Bistro offer distinct healthy dining experiences, other establishments in and around Longmont also cater to similar preferences.
- The Greenbriar Inn: While known for its fine dining, The Greenbriar Inn emphasizes seasonal, American classics and utilizes produce, herb, and flower gardens grown on its 20-acre property. This focus on fresh, local ingredients aligns with the healthy eating ethos.
- Aperitivo (Gunbarrel): Gunbarrel's finest bistro, begins with Italy's Lavazza Coffee, handmade Lunch, Tapas, a wide variety of Main Entrees and weekend brunch, with an eclectic wine and craft cocktail list.
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