The Wooden Nickel
Crested Butte, Colorado · Rocky Mountain & Colorado Rockies
Why stop here: The Wooden Nickel is a $$$ steakhouse pick in Crested Butte for Rocky Mountain & Colorado Rockies travelers. Order Prime rib.
Crested Butte's oldest saloon, in a 1929 building, serving hand-cut steaks, prime rib and hearty fare in an Old West setting.
Prime rib
At The Wooden Nickel, Roamward highlights Prime rib because it gives travelers a clear first order instead of leaving the meal to guesswork. Use it as the anchor, then check the current menu before you go.
Updated July 2026. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.
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