Restaurants in Telluride
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The Butcher & The Baker
Two veterans of upscale local catering started this heartbreakingly cute cafe, and no one beats them for breakfast. The to-go sandwiches – a daily rotation that includes turkey and cranberry on crunchy multi-grain bread – are the best bet for a gourmet meal on the trail.
It's the kind of place that represents the new, smart trends in simple, quality food: the ethos here is local, organic and perfect. We're simply head over heels.
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Fat Alley
You can pick something off the chalkboard our just take what the other guy has his face in – a cheap and messy delight. Go for the pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw on top. Do it right by siding it with a bowl of crispy sweet-potato fries.
The can beer specials are outrageous.
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Honga's Lotus Petal
For pan-Asian cuisine, beat it to this two-story dining space. Prices are dear but the presentation – ranging from sushi to curries – is lovely. The Korean short ribs just about fall off the bone. So lively and fresh, we can even forgive the pan flutes.
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Excelsior Cafe
One of Telluride's hottest restaurants, Excelsior gets rave reviews for its Euro wine-bar vibe. The menu features a little bit of everything, from Moroccan lamb chops to Montana buffalo short ribs. If you are short on cash, order from the less expensive, but equally tantalizing, bar menu.
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Brown Dog Pizza
The pizza? It's thin crust and fair enough, but the crowd makes the place interesting. Ten minutes after you belly up to the bar for a slice and a cheap pint of Pabst, you'll be privy to all the local dirt. It's one of the most affordable meals on the strip.
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221 South Oak
A local favorite, with small, seasonal menus playful with world flavors. In a cozy historic home, dine on watermelon, blueberry and feta salad in summer and five-spice shortribs with sweet potato wontons in winter. Vegetarian menu available upon request.
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Cosmopolitan
The on-site restaurant at the Hotel Columbia is one of Telluride's most respected for fine modern dining – can you resist Himalayan yak ribeye or lobster corn dogs? The food is certainly inventive, which makes up for sometimes snooty service.
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La Marmotte
Seasonal plates of French cuisine, white linen and candlelit warmth contrast with this rustic 19th-century icehouse. Dishes like the coq au vin with bacon mashed potatoes are both smart and satisfying. There's some organic options and an extensive wine list. Parents should check out their Friday-night winter babysitting options.
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Clark's Market
The nicest market in town stocks specialty goods and scores of treats, with fresh fruit and deli meats.
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New Sheridan Chop House
With superb service and a chic decor of embroidered velvet benches, this is an easy pick for an intimate dinner. Diners can start with a cheese plate, but from there the menu gets Western. Pasta comes with a creamy wild mushroom and sage sauce. Meat eaters should try the elk shortloin in a hard cider reduction. For a treat, top it off with a flourless dark chocolate cake in fresh caramel sauce.
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Baked in Telluride
Back in action after a fire closure, this Telluride institution boasts the West's best bagel, sourdough wheat-crust pizza and some hearty soups and salads. The front deck is a fishbowl of local activity and the vibe is happy casual.
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A popular local caterer opened this hip social alcove for nibbling. East-meets-West in yummy soy paper wraps with asparagus, duck ramen and sashimi tostadas, paired with original cocktails. We liked the jalapeño kiss.
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La Cocina de Luz
As they lovingly serve two Colorado favorites (organic + Mexican), it's no wonder that the lunch line is 10 people deep on a slow day at this healthy taquería. There's delicious details too, like handmade tortillas and margaritas with organic lime and agave nectar. With vegan, gluten-free options too.
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The Butcher & The Baker
Two veterans of upscale catering started this heartbreakingly cute cafe, and no one beats it for breakfast. Hearty sandwiches with local meats are the perfect takeout for the trail and there are heaps of baked goods and fresh sides.
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