What do Colfax and Greece have in common?

A rich history, 
great food, 
and gold!!!

While Colfax, California may not be as old as Ancient Greece. By California standards, it's old! Long before the railroad and gold rush, the Colfax area was inhabited by the Mikwok & Maidu indian tribes. As Colfax developed it was known by many names including Alder Grove in the mid-19th century, and later Illinois-town. It got its current name after Schuler Colfax during the construction of the Central Pacific Railroad. He later became vice-president.

Colfax, CA became a hot spot during the California Gold Rush and remains easily accessible by train to this day. The current down strip burned several times; however, the good construction of brick walls kept the from burning entirely to the ground. The roofs now protected by sod.

Colfax Greek Bistro is located in the Historic Soda Fountain Building (where even Elenor Roosevelt visited for a soda!). During 1950's, the building housed the local pharmacy, which you can see by how it looks today. Colfax Greek Bistro feels that we have a piece of California history, doing our best to preserve the space's historical value.  The original red lettering inside
has been left untouched, and our kitchen still has a trap door used during the Gold Rush.



Long before gold was discovered in Colfax, CA. The Greeks and many other earlier civilizations equated gold their rulers and gods and even before it became money, people held gold at a high value. The Greeks mined for gold as early as 550 B.C. Both Plato and Aristotle wrote about gold and came up with theories of it origin. This all may seem like ancient history, but did you know?? The Greek struck gold again! This nugget was discovered in 2006.

If you love history, and great food....

Come join us at COLFAX GREEK BISTRO, proudly serving tradional Greek fare.

We have house roasted gyros, (like a Greek burrito!), homemade tzatziki sauce, and delicious vegetarian items such as falafel and hummus, as well as a variety of fresh salads.

Also, please join us for an amazing night of  International Dancing!! 

Roy Butler, of Loomis brings the FUN with Greek music and dancing.

Last Friday of every month @ COLFAX GREEK BISTRO. 

7-9pm