Charco Broiler
Charco Broiler is a steakhouse in Larimer County that has served grilled meats and American dishes since 1957. The menu features hand-cut steaks, fresh burgers, salads topped with Chex cereal, a full bar with wines and cocktails, and weekend breakfast service.
Lee Stark founded the Charco Broiler in 1957 as a small coffee shop and burger spot, later expanding it into a full steakhouse. Over six decades, consistency and the careful preservation of original recipes have kept the restaurant central to the community.
The Chex cereal topping on salads defines the restaurant's identity and has sparked passionate reactions from regulars for decades. This simple, unusual choice has become so meaningful that customers actively resist changes, making it a symbol of continuity and belonging for the local community.
The restaurant welcomes diners both indoors and for takeout, with online ordering available for added convenience. Weekend breakfast is served early in the morning, and happy hour runs daily, so plan your visit according to these times and book ahead for special occasions.
Salads have been topped with Chex cereal instead of croutons since the restaurant's founding, an unconventional choice Lee Stark made in 1957 for crunch that remains unchanged today. When management once considered removing it, longtime customers protested so strongly that the cereal stayed, revealing how deeply this simple detail is woven into the place's identity.
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