The spring season is in full swing and for many local restaurants this means seasonal ingredients are soon to hit the tables.  With the buzz surrounding Jared Leto’s visit to local restaurant, Bin 707 Foodbar in Grand Junction, Leto wasn’t the only a-lister among these hot topics.

The farm-to-table movement is trending across the United States as restaurants are taking advantage of what ingredients await the fingertips of their chefs, a trend we can surely appreciate more than mullets or tattoos.  This movement strives to benefit local farmers, the local economy, and of course, your taste buds.

Appreciation for better tasting food is a movement that isn’t so hard to swallow. To get your share of farm-to-table foods, visit these five a-list eateries that understand that there is more to food than meets the mouth.

  • Hot Tomato Cafe

    124 N Mulberry St, Fruita

    Phone - 970.858.1117

    The Hot Tomato also strives to “go green” through the use of solar energy, recyclable pizza boxes and much more.

  • Bin 707 Foodbar

    225 N 5th St #105, Grand Junction

    Phone - 970.243.4543

    If you haven’t followed this restaurant on Instagram do it now! #Bin707Foodbar #FoodPorn

  • 626 On Rood

    626 Rood Ave, Grand Junction

    Phone- 970.257.7663

    Certainly a modern take on classic meals.

  • Wine Country Inn

    777 Grande River Dr, Palisade

    Phone - 970. 464.5777

    No judgment passed if you decide to drink your dinner…

  • Downtown Farmers’ Market

    Downtown Grand Junction

    Okay, so technically this isn’t a restaurant. Starting in June, enjoy a downtown picnic, live music, and fresh foods.

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