Must-see restaurants in Durango

  • James Ranch

    Durango

    A must for those road-tripping the San Juan Skyway, the family-run James Ranch, 10 miles out of Durango, features a market and an outstanding farmstand…

  • Cream Bean Berry

    Durango

    Handmade, organic and local, the artful frozen treats created here taste like happiness. It's also inventive – with flavors, some seasonal, like salted…

  • El Moro

    Durango

    There are two reasons to come here: drinking damned good custom cocktails at the bar and dining on some innovative small plates including Korean fried…

  • East by Southwest

    Durango

    Low-lit but vibrant, this place is packed with locals on date night. Skip the standards for goosebump-good sashimi with jalapeño or rolls with mango and…

  • Kennebec Café

    Durango

    This romantic countryside cafe flaunts Euro style with American overtones. Think tasty and creative – chef Miguel Carrillo serves up Duck Two Ways (seared…

  • Ore House

    Durango

    The best steakhouse in town, with food served in casual and rustic environs. Order a hand-cut aged steak, or try the steak, crab leg and lobster combo…

  • Cyprus Cafe

    Durango

    Nothing says summer like live jazz on the patio at this little Mediterranean cafe, a favorite of the foodie press. With a farm-to-table philosophy, it…

  • Carver Brewing Company

    Durango

    While they brew their own beer here, this little family-friendly brewpub is really best know for its breakfasts. The eggs Benedict is perhaps the best you…

  • Steamworks Brewing

    Durango

    Industrial meets ski lodge at this popular microbrewery, with high sloping rafters and metal pipes. It has a large bar area, as well as a separate dining…

  • Doughworks

    Durango

    For mammoth breakfasts or diner-style lunch, this busy hub by the high school has your back. A brisk takeout business offers bagels and doughnuts, with…

  • Durango Diner

    Durango

    To watch Gary work the grill in this lovable greasy spoon is to be in the presence of greatness. Backed by a staff of button-cute waitresses, Gary’s fluid…

  • Jean Pierre Bakery

    Durango

    A charming patisserie serving mouthwatering delicacies made from scratch. Breakfasts are all-out while dinner is a much more formal affair. Prices are…

  • Living Tree

    Durango

    If oversized salads made to order and kombucha on tap sound good, you've found your spot in the crowded Durango restaurant scene. There's a rotating menu…

  • Gazpacho

    Durango

    A crowd pleaser, this tiled quasi–New Mexican restaurant dishes up local beans, savory carne adovada (red chili pork) and green chili cheeseburgers…

  • Olde Tymers Café

    Durango

    Voted Durango's best burger by the local paper, Olde Tymers is popular with the college crowd, especially on Monday's $5.50-burger nights. Well-priced…

  • Homeslice

    Durango

    Locals pile into this no-frills pizza place for thick pies with bubbly crust, and Sriracha sauce on the side. It has gluten-free crust options and salads…

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