Locals and Visitors Crave These Rare Meat Standouts
Teller County finds itself no different than the rest of the state when it comes to one popular type of meal.
Hamburgers deem themselves popular across the state as a study recently found 84 percent of Coloradans enjoy beef burgers and 79 percent eat them at restaurants at least once a month. In Teller County, these rates are probably much higher, according to culinary experts.
Some places choose to decorate their beef patties with unique toppings. Other set their hamburgers apart by using locally raised meats.
However, The Creek restaurant in Cripple Creek sets their burgers apart by using elk meat. In a region where hunting is common, the addition of game meat to their menu definitely sets the eatery above the rest.
Using an elk patty instead of beef seems to give the burger a unique taste that locals and visitors tend to love. The subtle “wild game” flavor at a reasonable price proves to be keep elk lovers returning.
The meat is leaner than beef, which could prove to be a tasty alternative for those who happen to be watching the scale. And since most other eateries don’t offer any type of game meat on their menus, the elk burger provides a special treat for those visiting the area.
The elk burger is a local favorite. So don’t be surprised if you spot Trevor and Rick of the TMJ crew, munching down one of these culinary, trophy-level elk treats on many occasions.
And if an elk burger sounds good to potential patrons, they most likely will love The Creek Elk Sirloin Medallions on the menu as well. With freshly cooked elk steaks being hard to find in the region, game meat lovers tend to especially enjoy the two four-once medallion steaks wrapped in bacon.
In fact, ever since The Creek reopened with a new and improved menu three years ago, the place has really put its name on the map for being a “go-to” eatery to try while in the historic gambling town. And since the business is one of the city’s only restaurants not attached to a casino, it has become a prime stop for families checking out the area.
Aside from their elk selections, The Creek’s menu is filled with delicious, home-made appetizers, entrees and desserts. The bar gets especially full during their happy hour specials and to watch sports events year- round. And to make things even better, the eatery has recently added new items to their menu.
The Creek has received much notoriety for their hospitality, atmosphere and superb food.
The Creek was recently rated as the restaurant with the Best Wait Staff, the region’s Best Local Hangout and one of the Best Area Steak hubs and Best Local Bars, according to the 35th annual Best Of competition sponsored by TMJ News.
