Tacos Al Molcajete

Where: 926 Main St
Hours: 7am-11pm (closed Tuesday)

There are plenty of good places to get your taco fix in Longmont, but our current favorite is Tacos Al Molcajete, located on Main Street just above 9th Ave. This unassuming spot has seen several Mexican restaurants come and go in the past decade or so, but we are hoping Al Molcajete is in it for the long haul -- we're not sure if we could live without their absolutely delicious Tacos al Pastor. Something about the sweet-n-savory flavors here adds up to absolute perfection. Those have been highlights each time we've visited, but truth be told, we haven't had a bad dish yet, whether it's crispy flautas or whipped-cream-topped churros. The fresh salsa bar is a treat too -- though be forewarned: those neon orange varieties are positively nuclear. With an extremely friendly staff, low prices and food that's always on point, Tacos Al Molcajete is a very welcome addition to Longmont's culinary scene.

What Is Open in Longmont on Sunday?

If you have lived in Longmont for any amount of time, you may find yourself asking, "What is open in Longmont on Sunday?" Downtown, in particular, seems to become a ghost town, and if you are looking for a meal out, some of your weekday favorites will not be available to receive you.

For my own reference, as well as yours, I am compiling a list of options that keep their doors open on Sunday. This is not everything, of course, just the L100 top picks. So if you are looking for a bite to eat out on Sunday, here is what we recommend.

Breakfast/Brunch

Lucile's Creole Cafe 
518 Kimbark Street (8 a.m.-2 p.m.)

Java Stop
301 Main St. (6 a.m. - 1 p.m.)

 Two Dog Diner

Two Dog Diner
645 Tenacity Drive (8 a.m. – 3 p.m.)

ModMarket
700 Ken Pratt Blvd, next to Lucky's Market (8 a.m. - 9 p.m.)

The Roost
526 Main Street (10 a.m. -10 p.m.)

Lunch

Cheese Importers
103 Main St. (11 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

Georgia Boys BBQ
237 Collyer St. (11 a.m. - 4 p.m. or until sold out)

Comida 
721 Confidence Dr. (11:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.)

Urban Thai 
2030 Ionosphere St. (11 a.m. - 9 p.m.)

Longs Peak Pub & Tap House
600 Longs Peak Ave. (11 a.m. - 12 a.m.)

Proto's Pizzeria
600 South Airport Road (11 a.m. - 9 p.m.)

The Roost
526 Main Street (10 a.m. -10 p.m.)

 Cheese Importers

Dinner

Longs Peak Pub & Tap House
600 Longs Peak Ave. (11 a.m. - 12 a.m.)

Comida 
721 Confidence Dr. (11:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.)

Urban Thai 2030 Ionosphere St. (11 a.m. - 9 p.m.)

Proto's Pizzeria
600 South Airport Road (11 a.m. - 9 p.m.)

The Roost
526 Main Street (10 a.m. -10 p.m.)

Comida

Cheese Importers

Where: 103 Main St, Longmont, CO 80501
Hours: Monday - Saturday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Web: www.cheeseimporters.com

We've been lavishing praise on Longmont's mighty Cheese Importers for years. "Magical," "unbelievable," "totally awesome" are words we've used when describing the place to out-of-towners. And that was all before this fromage emporium moved to its new, (totally awesome) location on Main Street. Previously, Cheese Importers had been tucked away in the warehouse/industrial section of town, a hidden gem if ever there was one. 

Now, it's no longer hidden, having taken over the city's former power station, right on the outskirts of downtown. It was perfect before, and now it's even more perfect: there's an expansive, walk-in cooler with 350 cheeses from all over the world available, not to mention olives, cured meats and more (lots of samples, too); there's a shop with cookbooks, gourmet candy, kids' toys, home furnishings, and art; and there's the Parisian-style cafe, Bistrot des Artistes, offering delectable sandwiches, pastries, coffee, desserts and (soon) wine, all in a sunny, very classy setting. As the French would say, "C'est si bon!" 

Java Stop

Where: 301 Main St.
When: Tuesday-Saturday 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sunday 6 a.m. - 1 p.m. (closed Mondays)

Who needs Starbucks? There's no shortage of independently owned coffee shops in Longmont. Those in search of a caffeine fix can choose from the very popular Ziggy's, the excellent Luna Cafe (or up until recently known as Caffe Luna), the relatively new La Vita Bella and several others.

But our preferred coffee shop these days is the cozy Java Stop, located downtown in the historic Imperial Hotel building. The couches are comfy, the coffee is excellent, the pastries are fresh and the vibe is extremely low key and friendly. The prices are extremely reasonable too -- almost too reasonable. 

Owned and operated tirelessly by a husband-wife team, Java Stop has the feel of a community gathering spot, where conversation flows and new friends are made. Extra points go to this spot for being very kid-friendly -- there's a fully stocked closet with toys, games and children's books.

Two Dog Diner

Where: 645 Tenacity Drive
Web: www.twodogdiner.com
When: Monday: 7am–3pm, Tuesday-Saturday: 7am–9pm; Sunday: 8am–3pm

Although it's got the look of a classic roadside eatery, Two Dog's use of the word "diner" might be selling itself a bit short. It's a gourmet greasy spoon, bringing serious kitchen expertise to American standbys. Two Dog Diner is most popular as a breakfast joint -- and with good reason. The pancakes are fluffy, the bacon is perfect, the coffee is strong, and the service is friendly. There are even some out-of-the-ordinary specials that might entice -- Cinnamon Roll French Toast anyone?

But breakfast is not all that Two Dog excels at. Their burger is a contender for the best in town; ditto the fish & chips. The fries aren't a contender -- they simply are the best in town; salty, not-too-greasy, and impossible to stop eating. Again, check out the specials board for some surprisingly fancy dishes, ranging from grilled fish tacos to chicken piccata. Like any self-respecting spot calling itself a "diner", Two Dog also offers a killer milkshake and delicious homemade pie. Save room!

Tip: Ask for the homemade potato chips. Thank us later.