Although the “new” Northstar location is a bit more generic compared to the original Truckee bakery located in a Gold Rush-era house, this is still one of the best bets in Tahoe for creative sandwiches, an amped-up salad bar, and good grab-and-go (think lasagna, quiche, polenta pizza, turkey meatballs stuffed with smoked mozzarella, and grain-based salads). It’s the housemade baked goods, however, that put this place on the map. Don’t even think about leaving without a hefty Seven-Layer Bar, banana-chocolate chip cupcake, brownie, or gooey, oversized cookie. Lots o’ gluten-free goodies, as well.

Speedy delivery at this counter-service restaurant, combined with massive portions of tasty classics (it’s a good sign when the menu board provides photos for ravenous gringos) make it the most popular Mexi in Reno. Don’t forget to buy some homemade dulces at the register on the way out.

With locations in Jackson Hole and Steamboat Springs, Backcountry Delicatessen scores points for their array of monster specialty sandwiches (there’s a Build-Your-Own option as well, in addition to soups and salads). Breakfast sammies also available.

Located 30 miles west of Vail off of I-70, this classic 50s-style diner is beloved by locals and visitors alike. Carbo-load on signature dishes such as biscuits and gravy, pancakes, Huevos Rancherso, juicy burgers, sandwiches, and salads.

As a spin-off of Vail's fine dining restaurant, Larkspur, Larkburger cooks up tasty burgers that won't leave you feeling awful. Think natural ingredients, Black Angus Beef, and biodegradable containers. Try the truffle fries.

In just a short 16 months since Yellowbelly opened locations in Vail and Boulder, this healthy “fast gourmet” chicken joint has attracted legions of followers. Among its charms: Boylan’s Cherry Soda on tap, old-school punk on the sound system, righteous rotisserie and fried chicken (breaded with rice flour, for a lighter, gluten-free crust), and lots o’ vegetarian options, including quinoa salad, sautéed green beans, Brussels slaw, and baby kale salad.

The breakfast sandwiches are the big draw- think Vermontesque ingredients like maple sausage, Cabot cheddar, and…Siracha? Smoothies, hash, baked treats, grilled cheese specials, soup, and salads also make for fine breakfast and post-pow fare.