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Cowgirls of the West Museum: Girls Ride Too

December 20, 2012 By

We think of the Wild West as a very macho place – there’s a reason they call it a dude ranch, after all – but did you know that the ladies got up to their share of riding and roping? At Cheyenne’s Cowgirls of the West Museum, you’ll find an incredible treasure trove of incredible memorabilia, including tons of great photographs of these ladies strutting their stuff. Rodeo was a major entertainment back in the day, and while women didn’t work on the range, they certainly knew how to draw a crowd with trick riding. Some of the biggest names of the era are memorialized here, and the sheer amount of cool stuff they have to look at is overwhelming. You’ll wish that motion pictures had existed back then so you could watch these cowgirls in action, but being able to see their costumes and spurs is almost as good.

Cowgirls of the West Museum
205 W. 17th Street
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 638-4994

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2 Doors Down: Open Up

December 6, 2012 By

If you’re looking for a burger in Cheyenne, you have plenty of options. That’s why it’s notable that regulars all seem to favor just one place – 2 Doors Down. It all starts here with the meat: every burger here is made from fresh, hand-cut beef – never frozen. Or you can opt for a salmon patty, a chicken breast grilled or breaded, or a veggie burger. From there, pile on the toppings. The house special “Magnificent” burger boasts red onion, tomato, ranch dressing, and a toothsome combination of Swiss and American cheese. It’s a serious burger. Sides are what you’d expect – the fries are crisp and tasty, and there are a variety of salads on the menu if you’re looking for something a little healthier. Some complain that the prices are a bit high – around nine dollars for a burger and all the fries you can eat – but these are great quality burgers!

2 Doors Down
118 E. 17th Street
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 634-6008

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Hacienda Guadalajara: Marvelous Mexican

November 1, 2012 By

Some restaurants really go the extra mile to make sure you have an eating experience that you’ll never forget. When you walk in the door at Cheyenne’s Hacienda Guadalajara, you’ll immediately be impressed by the beautiful décor on every wall. The place evokes the spirit of Mexico in a big way, and it’s just aided by the incredible smells coming out of the kitchen. Regulars rave that this is the best Mexican food in Cheyenne, and the menu is extensive. Open up with some of their great margaritas, made with fresh juices and served cold. The food here is served Tex-Mex style, with your entrees accompanied by massive sides of rice and beans, and portion sizes are generous. Some dishes that draw raves are the delicious fish tacos with fresh cabbage slaw and avocado and the excellent burritos – go for the green chile sauce on top, made with fresh tomatillos.

Hacienda Guadalajara
317 E. Lincolnway
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 632-1432

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Old West Museum: Ride ‘Em Cowboy

October 11, 2012 By

The Wyoming area was a major hotspot in the American West, and this is one of the best places to learn about it. There is so much to learn here that one visit might not be enough. Some of the most interesting materials here include one of the country’s largest collections of horse-drawn carriages and wagons, as well as a massive exhibit devoted to Frontier Days, the yearly celebration of Cheyenne’s heritage. In addition, the museum also features the evolution of the rodeo – what they call the “world’s first extreme sport” – with a focus on bullriding. Western art is also well-represented here, with a room devoted to Native American art from the region. There are a number of hands-on exhibits for young learners as well. The Museum also hosts a number of outreach programs for kids, as well as continuing education programs. This is a great place to get in touch with the classic American pioneer spirit.

Old West Museum
4610 Carey Avenue
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 778-7290

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Morris House Bistro: Southern Hospitality

September 20, 2012 By

This charming new restaurant features the cuisine of the “low country” South – the Carolinas and Georgia especially. What this means for diners is delicious seafood and a wide range of spices. Open up with the fried green tomatoes, which are tart, sweet and amazing. One of the signature dishes of the area is shrimp and grits, and Morris House executes it to perfection. Rich, creamy grits are paired with huge gulf shrimp sautéed with pecan smoked bacon, fresh vegetables, and mushrooms. Other dishes that draw raves include the Kona coffee-rubbed ribeye steak, which is cooked to perfection and served with tri-colored potatoes, as well as the smoked Cornish game hen, which is brined to seal in moisture before being grilled and glazed. This is one of the best places to eat in Cheyenne, without argument. It’s a small restaurant that is only open three nights a week, so make reservations early if you plan to visit.

Morris House Bistro
2114 Warren Avenue
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 369-1378

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Bread Basket Bakery: Loaves Of Love

August 16, 2012 By

This humble bakery and sandwich shop doesn’t try to do anything fancy. It just focuses on creating exceptional baked goods and offering them at fair prices. When you walk in the door, you'll noticed the incredible smells coming from the back, which is the true sign of a great bakery where everything is made in-house. Everything here is made from scratch daily, and it shows. At lunchtime, locals flock here for very good sandwiches. Some of the most popular include the exceptional turkey sandwich, which is loaded with moist, delicious meat. Get it on the robust nine grain bread for a truly filling meal. Cabbage burgers are also a local specialty that you have to try. Soups are very good as well, with the white bean chili drawing raves. The bakery also produces a wide variety of sweet treats as well. Regulars go crazy about the banana bread.

Bread Basket Bakery
1819 Maxwell Avenue
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 432-2525

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Cheyenne Frontier Days: Music, Food, and Fun from July 20-29, 2012

July 12, 2012 By

One of the most popular summer events in the state of Wyoming is Cheyenne Frontier Days. From July 20-29th, 2012, Cheyenne will play host to a huge mixture of concerts, parades, rodeos, and other fun things to do. If you’re into cowboys, the rodeos are very much worth attending – you’ll see fantastic riding and roping throughout the week. Take the “Behind The Chutes” tour to learn more about what professional rodeo riders go through. For music, some of the biggest country bands in the country come to Cheyenne for Frontier Days, and the concert stage can get packed to the gills. The community also sponsors art shows with local creators showing their wares. Food is typically classic American, with good burgers and exceptional kettle corn the standout. Check the website for more information!

Cheyenne Frontier Days
4610 Carey Avenue
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 778-7200

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Cheyenne Civic Center: The Center Of Everything

June 21, 2012 By

Established in 1981, the Cheyenne Civic Center sits right at the center of town, close to the intersection of I-80 and I-25, and stakes its claim as the heart of Cheyenne’s cultural life. The massive theater seats 1,496 people, and boasts incredible acoustics and great sightlines. The design of the theater ensures that no seat is farther than 135 feet from the stage. The Civic Center theater plays host to a wide variety of entertainment. Some of the biggest hits of Broadway come through here for lengthy engagements, as well as touring musical acts. The Center is also the home of the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra, which puts on a calendar of diverse works throughout the year and welcomes visiting artists as well. This is a truly top-flight theater that is a credit to the community.

Cheyenne Civic Center
510 W. 20th Street
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 637-6363

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The Pie Lady: Fresh Baked

May 17, 2012 By

Cheyenne locals will tell you that The Pie Lady is one of the best places to go for lunch in town. Both sweet and savory pies are on the menu here, as well as an assortment of sandwiches and other filling meals. The chicken pot pie is amazingly good, with huge chunks of tender meat in savory gravy and lots of fresh vegetables. Sandwiches are great, with the delicious prime rib and the spicy barbecue pulled pork drawing extra raves from regulars. This isn’t fancy food by any means, but it’s well-prepared with quality ingredients. The sweet pies are really the star, and every lunch meal comes with a tiny sliver of pie as a sample. Some of the best pies include the amazing peanut butter cream pie, but all of the fruit pies are great as well. Bring an appetite, because portions are huge.

The Pie Lady
3515 E. Lincolnway
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 637-8838

 

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Daylight Donuts: Sweet Treats

April 19, 2012 By

When you walk into a donut shop, you have certain things you expect to find. Crullers, jelly-filled, Old Fashioned, and maybe a good cup of coffee. But what you don’t expect is Chinese food. All that’s about to change the first time you walk into Cheyenne’s Daylight Donuts. This oddball restaurant is an outpost of a worldwide chain that has over a thousand branded locations, but none of them is quite like this! The franchise is owned by a Chinese family who realized that they could serve the community with authentic Chinese food during the lunch and dinner hours, when people typically aren’t eating donuts. Regulars rave about the dishes here, which are perfectly spiced, prepared quickly and inexpensive. The Kung Pao chicken is excellent, packing just enough heat to make you sweat without being overwhelming. And, of course, if you’re looking for something sweet to end the meal with, the donuts are right here, too!

Daylight Donuts
4014 Central Avenue
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 426-4013

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