The 5 Best Mud Season Specials

When the ski crowds thin and the trails turn muddy, Steamboat Springs residents have another reason to enjoy the quieter seasons: local dining deals. Spring and fall mud season specials bring discounted meals, creative menus and opportunities to explore familiar favorites. The Best of the Boat 2026 highlights businesses that help make the seasonal slowdown a welcome opportunity to enjoy good food while supporting local establishments.

Rex’s Family

With several distinctive dining concepts under one umbrella, Rex’s Family of Restaurants gives Steamboat Springs diners plenty of choices during mud season. The hospitality group operates Rex's American Grill & Bar, Salt & Lime, Mazzola's Italian Diner, Laundry Kitchen & Cocktails and Big Iron Coffee, spanning everything from casual meals to more refined dining experiences. During the spring and fall shoulder seasons, participating establishments feature promotions such as multi-course specials, discounted entrees and beverage deals. The group also supports local sports programs, charitable events and community initiatives throughout the year.

The Commons

A variety of food choices and seasonal deals come together at The Commons, a downtown Steamboat Springs food hall featuring multiple independent vendors and a central bar. Dining options include Clyde's Pies, Poke the Bear, Yield and Sizzlin Jamaican, allowing guests to mix and match dishes from different kitchens. During mud season, participating vendors and The Common Bar feature rotating food and drink discounts, après specials and community events. With communal seating on two levels, lounge areas and outdoor seating, the venue accommodates everything from quick lunches to relaxed gatherings.

The Corner Slice

New York-style pizza by the slice or whole pie makes The Corner Slice a convenient stop for a casual mud season meal. Located on Lincoln Avenue, the pizzeria serves 16-inch pizzas with specialty combinations such as the Hot Mahalo, Baker's Pesto Pie and Ringo's Meatball & Ricotta, along with wings, hot hero sandwiches and cheesy bread. Seasonal slice-and-drink specials provide an added incentive to stop in during quieter months. The restaurant also gives back through Bruce's Philanthropic Pizza, a rotating specialty pie that benefits a different local nonprofit each month.

La Cocina at The Commons

Mexican-inspired flavors are the focus at La Cocina, a food stall inside The Commons in downtown Steamboat Springs. Its menu features street-style tacos, burritos and seasonal lunch and dinner selections, with discounted items and meal specials offered during the spring and fall shoulder seasons. Guests can enjoy their meals in the food hall's shared seating areas, pair their selections with drinks from The Common Bar or order takeout for a convenient meal on the go.

Shreddies Suppers

Mud season doesn't always mean more time to cook, and Shreddies Suppers offers a convenient alternative to preparing dinner at home. Founded and operated by Chef Patty, the Steamboat Springs meal delivery service creates chef-prepared dishes featuring locally sourced ingredients, with menus ranging from family-friendly favorites to globally inspired selections. New menus are released Thursday afternoons, and prepared meals arrive at customers' doorsteps Wednesday evenings in compostable or recyclable packaging. With rotating seasonal dishes and dietary options, the service makes it easier to enjoy a freshly prepared meal without the kitchen work.

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