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    Old Blinking Light

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    #1 of 99 Restaurants in Highlands Ranch
    ₹₹ - ₹₹₹, Mexican, American, Southwestern
    9344 Dorchester St, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129-2711
    +1 303-346-9797
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    Open Now:11:30 AM - 9:00 AM
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    4.0 285 reviews
    #1 of 99 Restaurants in Highlands Ranch
    Certificate of Excellence2015 - 2018 Winner
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    Location and contact

    9344 Dorchester St, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129-2711
    Website
    +1 303-346-9797

    Menu

    SALADS & SOUP‏‏
    $8.00
    Caesar
    Crisp chopped romaine, housemade ceasar dressing shaved parmesan reggiano and croutons
    $8.00
    Nat's Salad
    Crisp chopped romaine, smoked bacon, sliced green apples, bordeaux cherries and wisconsin bleu cheese with bleu cheese dressing
    $8.00
    House Salad
    Spring mix, red leaf lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onions, cucumber, shaved carrots and pumpkin seeds with buttermilk ranch dressing
    $10.00
    Strawberry and Mango Salad
    Fresh, sliced‏‏ strawberries with diced mango, spring mix, slivered almonds, cotija cheese, red onion and lemon / thyme vinaigrette
    $15.00
    Taos Salad
    Grilled chicken breast basted with our house BBQ sauce, mixed greens, sweet corn, black beans, pumpkin seeds, avocado, cotija cheese, pico de gallo and crispy corn tortilla strips with a cilantro line dressing
    $15.00
    Highlands Ranch Salad
    Sliced grilled chicken breast with spring mix, red leaf lettuce, avocado, walnuts, croutons, tomatoes, dates, red onion and cotija cheese with a lemon thyme vinaigrette
    $14.00
    Cobb Salad
    House smoked turkey breast, mixed greens, bacon, hard boiled egg, cherry tomatoes and cheddar cheese with your choice of dressing
    Cup $6.00
    Bowl $10.00
    New Mexico Posole
    Pork, hominy and red chile
    Cup $6.00
    Bowl $12.00
    Butternut Squash Bisque
    Creamy squash puree with white wine, garlic, cinnamon and nutmeg with parsley and pumpkin seed garnish (seasonal availability)
    Cup $6.00
    Bowl $12.00
    Vegetarian Tortilla Soup
    Diced carrots, onions, hand crushed tomatoes, corn, green chile and new mexico seasoning
    THINGS TO SHARE
    $6.00
    Oven Roasted Beets
    Red gold sliced beets with haystack mountain goat cheese, balsamic drizzle and pumpkin seeds
    $4.00
    Diablo Eggs
    Chipotle aioli with pickled jalapenos, hatch green chile, cotija cheese deviled eggs topped with crispy bacon
    $6.00
    Obl Signature Fries
    Sweet potato, cajun blackened or truffle
    $6.00
    Queso dip $+4.00
    Chips Salsa and Guacamole
    Hand cut tortilla chips, fresh guacamole and housemade salsa
    $7.00
    Fried Avocado
    Served on a corn tostada with pico de gallo and creme fraiche
    $8.00
    Sweet and Spicy Shrimp
    Chili dusted‏‏ popcorn shrimp with chipotle aioli and honey
    $11.00
    Mahi Mahi Ceviche
    Authentic citrus cooked mahi served cold with peppers and avocado
    $12.00
    Chicken Queso Nachos
    Lettuce, pico de gallo, sour creme, guacamole and jalapenos
    $13.00
    New Mexican Style Mussels
    North pacific mussels sauteed with green chile, chorizo, onions and garlic in a guajillo chile broth served with crostini
    $6.00
    Pork Taquitos
    Braised pork, hand rolled crispy corn tortilla served with salsa verde and green chile aioli
    ON THE BUN‏‏
    Served with duck fat fries
    Natural ground beef
    Marinated grilled chicken breast
    White cheddar $+1.00
    Sweet potato fries $+1.00
    Gluten free bun $+1.00
    The Classic
    With lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle
    $12.00
    Natural ground beef
    Marinated grilled chicken breast
    Sweet potato fries $+1.00
    Gluten free bun $+1.00
    Hatch Green Chile
    Grilled hatch green chile, white cheddar and green chile mayo
    $12.00
    Natural ground beef
    Marinated grilled chicken breast
    Sweet potato fries $+1.00
    Gluten free bun $+1.00
    Smothered
    Served open‏‏ faced with green or red chile sauce and white cheddar
    $12.00
    Natural ground beef
    Marinated grilled chicken breast
    Sweet potato fries $+1.00
    Gluten free bun $+1.00
    B.L.A.T.
    Smoked bacon, lettuce, avocado, tomato with chipotle aioli
    $13.00
    Natural ground beef
    Marinated grilled chicken breast
    Sweet potato fries $+1.00
    Gluten free bun $+1.00
    Obl Shrimp Po 'Boy
    Chile dusted popcorn shrimp tossed with chipotle aioli and joney with lettuce and tomato on a french baguette
    $12.00
    Natural ground beef
    Marinated grilled chicken breast
    Sweet potato fries $+1.00
    Gluten free bun $+1.00
    BBQ Pork Sandwich
    Hand pulled braised pork with house BBQ sauce and pickles on a brioche bun
    $14.00
    Natural ground beef
    Marinated grilled chicken breast
    Sweet potato fries $+1.00
    Gluten free bun $+1.00
    Ahi Tuna Sandwich
    Sesame and sumac rubbed ahi tuna with sesame slaw and lemon aioli
    $12.00
    Natural ground beef
    Marinated grilled chicken breast
    Sweet potato fries $+1.00
    Gluten free bun $+1.00
    Smoked Turkey Sandwich
    House smoked turkey breast, cranberry aioli, bacon, lettuce, tomato
    OBL STANDARDS
    $18.00
    Blackened shrimp $+2.00
    Green Chile Chicken Fettucine
    Spinach fettucine tossed in a parmesan and green chile cream sauce with a grilled chicken breast smothered in white cheddar cheese and a diced chilies with sauteed spinach
    $13.00
    Oven Baked Mac and Four Cheese
    penne pasta with house queso, cheddar, pepper jack and American cheese topped with crushed potato stings. choice of chopped bacon or grilled chicken breast with green chile sauce on the side
    $18.00
    Herb Garden 1/2 Chicken
    Served in a lemon chicken au jus with mashed potatoes and house vegetables
    $12.00
    Gluten free crust $+1.00
    New Mexico Brick Oven Pizza
    House marinara sauce, cheddar cheese, hatch green chile, chorizo, red onions and cilantro
    $12.00
    Gluten free crust $+1.00
    BBQ Chicken Brick Oven Pizza
    House BBQ sauce grilled chicken, cheddar cheese, red onions, jalapenos, cilantro& a drizzle of ranch dressing
    $12.00
    Gluten free crust $+1.00
    Vegetable Pizza
    House tomato‏‏ sauce, cheddar, spinach, cherry tomatoes and calabacitas
    $14.00
    Grilled chicken breast $+5.00
    Fried eggs $+2.00
    "King Ranch Casserole" Green Chile and Cheese Stacked Enchiladas
    Corn tortillas, green chile, cotija cheese, creme fraiche, white cheddar. Guacamole, black beans, pico de gallo and cilantro rice
    $14.00
    Rolled Beef, Chicken or Vegetable Enchiladas
    White corn tortillas, marinated beef, chicken or vegetables with lettuce, guacamole, creme fraiche, pico de gallo and green or red chile
    $12.00
    Pan Seared or Baja Style Fish Tacos
    Pan seared of beer battered with guacamole, fresh radish, pico de gallo, chipotle aioli, raw cabbage and creme fraiche
    $14.00
    Blackened Shrimp Tacos
    Pan seared blackened shrimp with shredded lettuce, creme fraiche, salsa verde and mango salsa
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    Whether you are looking for a relaxing lunch, family-friendly dinner or night out to enjoy excellent margaritas, the Old Blinking Light welcomes you! Influenced by a Taos, NM background, the superb menu offers a wide range of fresh flavors and tastes. American food with a Southwest soul!
    PRICE RANGE
    US$ 15 - US$ 25
    Special Diets
    Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
    Meals
    Dinner, Brunch, Lunch
    CUISINES
    Mexican, American, Southwestern, Bar
    FEATURES
    Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards
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    Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
    Dinner at OBL

    The OBL is a nice place to have an enjoyable dinner out in Highlands Ranch. The food is comfort food and flavorful .

    Date of visit: January 2019
    Thank Ladyslon
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Lunch with Coleagues

    OBL is a great place in Highlands Ranch for a lunch or dinner. I have been their a few times and the service and food does not disappoint. I have had a variety, from burgers, to fish, to salads. They have something for everyone. Mid...More

    Date of visit: February 2019
    Thank AntmailTravel
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Really good food.

    We had a great and reasonable meal at a outside chair with a fireplace in the table. What a fun and romantic night. The food was really good.

    Date of visit: February 2019
    Thank 255genev
    Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile
    Looks like a converted Wendy's

    Upon walking in, we realized it is a place that looks like it was converted from a Wendy's with cheap tables and SUPER uncomfortable seats. Had big screen TVs like it wanted to be a sports bar, but fairly high end pricing and meals. The...More

    Date of visit: February 2019
    Thank Oceanpirahna
    Reviewed 12 February 2019 via mobile
    Quick date night

    We decided last minute to have a date night so decided to check it out. We had an amazing server and amazing food. It was a great choice!

    Date of visit: February 2019
    Thank Rooskie67
    Reviewed 24 January 2019 via mobile
    Great Dining Experience

    Food is great. Make sure you order the flash fried brussel sprouts. Menu is diverse and features a lot of northern New Mexico cuisine.

    Date of visit: December 2018
    Thank stevejI4614YZ
    Reviewed 11 December 2018
    Great Dinner

    Had a great girls night out here and the atmosphere was fun without being too loud and the food/service was great!

    Date of visit: November 2018
    Thank cdb1221
    Reviewed 11 December 2018 via mobile
    Great place good atmosphere

    A little pricey but, worth it ! The Bar is fun to sit at and drink for fly by, dinner is really good as well!!

    Date of visit: July 2018
    Thank David M
    Reviewed 14 November 2018
    Mixed - service was very good - free root beer for somone

    Immediately seated and water showed up. Margarita and 90 shilling were fine, no appetizer. Cesar salad we shared was good - thanks Matt. The lamb and trout were both very good. The gnoches were OK - keep eating them and you'll need a cardiologist. Other...More

    Date of visit: November 2018
    Thank Jim R
    Reviewed 25 October 2018 via mobile
    Dinner venture in new area

    We recently moved into this area and decided to venture out for dinner. We came across this restaurant and we weren't disappointed. The food was delicious and service was awesome.

    Date of visit: August 2018
    Thank Barbara G
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    Response from Deborah S | Reviewed this property |
    They do have a backroom. I'd suggest you contact the restaurant.
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