Things to do in Telluride
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Smugglers Brewpub & Grille
Beer-lovers will feel right at home at casual Smugglers, a great place to hang out, sample local brew and eat fried stuff. With at least seven beers on tap, it's a smorgasbord, but go for the chocolatey Two Plank Porter or the Smugglers' Scottish Strong Ale.
The American pub fare (mains $7 to $12) features burgers, fries, salads and sandwiches and snacks. The Smuggler's Nuggets – a mass of fried, sweet dough – will do no wonders for your waistline, but they are a gooey ending.
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New Sheridan Bar
Most of this historic bar survived the waning mining fortunes even as the adjoining hotel sold off chandeliers and fine furnishings to pay the heating bills. These days, overdressed visitors chat about upcoming film releases next to the occasional old-timer who hasn't been driven out by escalating property values.
In season, it can get obnoxiously loud and crowded, but locals take over at other times of the year, when it's a cool place to kick off the evening.
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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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San Juan Hut System
Experienced cross-country skiers will appreciate the strong series of crude huts along a 206-mile route stretching from Telluride west to Moab, UT. In summer these huts, equipped with bunks and cooking facilities, are popular with mountain bikers. Book well in advance, as huts fill quickly.
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Honga's Lotus Petal
Upscale and elegant, Honga's offers a pricey fix for pan-Asian cuisine in a large, two-story dining space. The dishes are elegantly presented – the Korean short ribs just about fall off the bone – and the nightly specials range from Thai to Japanese flavored. We'll 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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Ride with Roudy
Offers all-season trail rides through the surrounding hills. Roudy moved here as 'one of the old hippies' in the 1970s and has been leading trips for 30 years. His pleasant 'awe shucks' hospitality recalls Telluride's yesteryear. Call for an appointment and pricing details.
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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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Between The Covers
This is the town's reliable source for books, with a big selection of local interest, creaking floors and a doting staff. It's a terrific place to browse for paperback vacation reads too, and the coffee counter in back turns out a mean espresso milk shake.
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221 South Oak
This is an intimate restaurant in a historic home, with a small but innovative menu mixing world flavors and yielding excellent results. Dishes are meat-, fish- and seafood-based with lots of fresh vegetables. A vegetarian menu is 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 with a twist - can you resist Himalayan yak ribeye or lobster corn dogs? The food is certainly inventive, which makes up for the snooty service.
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Last Dollar Saloon
For a splash of local color, forget about cocktails and grab a cold can of beer at this long-time favorite. With the best selection of imported beers in town, as well as pool tables and darts, it's no wonder this creaky wooden bar is so popular.
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Telluride Sports
There are branches and associated shops in Mountain Villiage, making this the biggest network of outdoor suppliers in town. They cover everything outdoors, have topographical and USFS maps, sporting supplies and loads of local information.
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Telluride Ski & Snowboarding School
If you'd like to sharpen your skills while in Telluride, the resort offers private and group lessons with good teachers through this school, which offers classes for children and sessions specific to women, with women instructors.
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Scrape
The hand-picked selection of women's shoes, skirts and accessories makes Scrape the best clothing boutique in town. Things here feel timeless, designed by a fleet of names which include a good number of locals.
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Telluride Nordic Center
There are public cross-country trails in Town Park, as well as along the San Miguel River and the Telluride Valley floor west of town. Instruction and rentals are available from the Telluride Nordic Center.
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La Marmotte
Seasonal plates of French cuisine and candlelit warmth make an excellent juxtaposition with the building's former use as a 19th-century ice-house. Start to finish it's a dizzyingly romantic affair.
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Sheridan Opera House
This historic venue has a burlesque charm and is always the center of Telluride's cultural life. It hosts the Telluride Repertory Theater, and frequently has special performances for children.
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Clark's Market
Put the condo kitchenette to good use after picking up supplies at Clark's, the nicest market in town. They stock specialty goods and scores of treats, with fresh fruit and deli meats.
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Telluride Ski Resort
Covering three distinct areas, Telluride Ski Resort is served by 16 lifts. Much of the terrain is for advanced and intermediate skiers, but there's still ample choice for beginners.
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Telluride Flyfishers
Housed in Telluride Sports, this outfit offers fishing guides and instruction.
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Paragon Ski & Sport
Has branches at three locations in town and a huge selection of rental bikes. It's a one-stop shop for outdoor activities in Telluride.
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Fly Me to the Moon Saloon
Let your hair down and kick up your heels to the tunes of live bands at this saloon, the best place in Telluride to party hard.
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Easy Rider Bike & Sport
This full-service shop rents bikes. They have a variety to choose from, as well as maps and information.
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