My girlfriend and I are traveling from Nevada and randomly picked this amazing place out. From the…read moreoutside, it's a smaller building but inside is converted into an amazing business with authenticity. I will start with the host and server we had. Both ladies were excellent, fun and very very welcoming. Nicest people we have met thus far driving from Nevada. Always smiling, not hanging over you while you eat, and extremely polite. The food was absolutely incredible. Over a week traveling with numerous stops, La Casita De Cortez absolutely comes out on top easily. Homemade food with passion behind it and generous portions. Everything was cooked to perfection and tasted incredible. The drinks were also impeccable with a decent variety of margaritas and others. Stop here if you can and enjoy every second of it! You won't regret it!

We stopped by here on our way to Mesa Verde, and I would highly recommend you stop here if you're…read morein the area and looking for a delicious meal. Parking was super easy. They have a decent amount of tables inside. The vibes are so fun with good music and decor. The had Diet Coke and the brew was great!! For my meal, I got the shredded chicken flautas, and they were SO good. The chicken was juicy and flavorful. I also really liked their rice. My SIL got the carne asada, and that felt like the star of the show to me. Everyone at the table enjoyed their meal. My husband got the steak, and it came out a little underdone. They took it back and cooked it a little longer for him when he asked. If you're wanting red meat, I'd say to go for the carne asada instead of the steak. Overall, super great experience especially for a road trip meal. I'd go back for sure!!!

Authentic fast service. Will recommend for everyone. Call in order are great for on the go fast…read moreservice.

Awesome Mexican food The California is my favorite…read more Menudo is also Excellent Watch my Experience on YouTube https://youtu.be/kflHK-JKTNk

Great salsa and food Great service…read more Food was really good Service was great Margaritas were bad ass

Very delicious! Spicy- and amazing margaritas recommend going there . Wonderful service and…read moreawesome murals on the wall.

I love eating here. The food is so healthy and valued priced…read more I particularly love the prickly pear margarita

The bar upstairs seemed nice, but the food was meh. We ordered the nachos with the extra vegetables…read moreand the steak. It was fine, but not anything amazing.

Great service. Excellent fajitas and Chile replenish. I highly recommend checking out this place.read more

After hiking and driving through Mesa Verde, we were starving and started looking for food…read more Gustavo's had by far the most interesting menu out of all the Mexican places in Cortez and we decided to stop by for an early dinner. Chips & Salsa (Complimentary) - The chips are served warm with a small tinge of oil sheen. Very even in thickness. I think these are commercial chips, but the menu states they have homemade corn tortillas, so maybe they fry the leftover ones into chips? The salsa is nice and refreshing with just a hint of spice. A good start to the meal. Horchata ($5) - This drink actually isn't on the menu, but I noticed it available in Gustavo's online ordering system. I asked the waiter if they had horchata and they did! I happened to be sitting at the table right next to the fridge and I saw the waiter remove an unlabeled plastic jug filled with white liquid and fill up my cup. I guess this must be home made? Very nice rice flavor, sprinkled with cinnamon and spices on top. A lot of horchata I've had in the past have been almost cloyingly sweet, this one is not too sweet in comparison. It has a smooth texture that isn't too gritty and is generally delicious to drink. (5/5) Corn Salad ($8) - This is a very simple salad with cilantro, black beans, red bell peppers, and corn in a very, very tangy and vinegary dressing. They top it with a slice of red onion and some queso fresco (per the menu, although I thought it was dry and aged like a cojita, but I'm not expert) crumbles. There is a bit of liquid at the bottom, but it's easy to drain. The server gave us four griddled tortillas to make rolled tacos if desired. I found this to be a little too acidic for my tastes. (3/5) Two Chile Relleno Crispy ($17) - This dish comes with small ramekins of rice and beans, both perfectly seasoned. The rice is cooked until very tender and fluffy with diced carrots, tomato, peas, and corn. The beans are excellent - the best I've eaten in recent memory. They're super light like they've been whipped and have the fragrance of lard. The beans are perfectly seasoned, and while light in texture, are very heavy on the stomach. I swear, it must be like half lard.... The chile rellenos are very interesting. Instead of being battered and fried, these large maybe 6inch long green peppers (hatch, perhaps?) are wrapped in a dough square and deep fried. The square almost reminds me of an egg roll wrapper, except developing plenty of micro bubbles while being fried, lending a crisp when dry. The rellenos are stuffed with plenty of cheese, very stretchy, mild tasting, milky, and doused in a green chile sauce, which softens the wrapper. They pile lettuce and tomato on top, followed by a drizzle of sour cream, guacamole sauce and crumbled queso fresco. Overall the taste profile is very tangy and a bit spicy. Additional green salsa is provided in a squeeze bottle on the side, although I didn't use it as the dish is flavorful enough. (4/5) Gustavo's Mexican Restaurant & Bar was a very good choice for our dinner. We both left happy and full even though we didn't even order two entrees! I would revisit if I'm ever in Cortez again. Bathrooms - Two rooms in the back.

I'm visiting from out of state and was looking for a great local place for breakfast. I'm glad I…read morechose this place. Parking was easy. The staff was prompt and very friendly. I ordered the chorizo omelette and enjoyed it immensely.

Rip off joint Advertising one price then up the price after…read moreyou've eaten You'll get one price on Monday and another price for the same meal on Wednesday Screw this woke bull crap There are many other places who want my business....

Walking into Frida's Cantina feels like stepping into a vibrant tribute to Frida Kahlo: bold…read morecolors, playful touches, and just enough edge to set the tone for a fun night out. The service? Dialed in. Attentive without hovering, and genuinely helpful when navigating their very tempting margarita menu. I went all in with both the Mamasita and Papasita...no regrets. Creative, well-balanced, and dangerously easy to sip. Chips came out warm and freshly fried (always a good sign), and the sizzling queso hit that perfect salty, melty note you hope for but don't always get. The avocado stuffed with shrimp starter was a standout: fresh, colorful, and a nice lighter contrast before diving into the mains. And speaking of mains... the Seafood Diablo absolutely delivered. Packed with shrimp, fish, mussels, and squid, and finished with just the right amount of heat to keep things interesting without overwhelming the flavors. If you're in Durango and want something that's a little more lively than the usual lineup, this place brings both personality and flavor. Definitely worth a stop.

While traveling, we stopped in with my family. It. Was. Busy. But a short wait, given the crowd…read more All our entrees were delicious - tacos al pastor, chicken enchiladas, kids' tacos, etc. And the red sauce on the enchiladas was among the best I have ever had: sweetness of tomatoes, spiciness of the chiles, and plenty of it, too. Just a quick heads-up: If you're not from the West, the salsa will likely be a little spicier than you're used to. Ours was. There was also a slaw "salsa" served that we were unaccustomed to, but it was a good change of pace. My only regret - not getting a margarita because we were driving.

Que Rico is by far the best Mexican food in all of Farmington. Everything is delicious and taco…read moretuesday is a given and sometimes twice a week is necessary. Highly suggest this hidden treasure to all.

I stayed overnight in Farmington and was on my way to eat at Hometown Hamburgers and noticed a…read morepacked parking lot here. I got to the hamburger joint only to find out it is drive through/takeout only. So I returned here and managed to snag a parking spot that had just opened up.. It looked promising from the big smiles on people leaving. I went in and the large party just in front of me was just getting seated. But it took me a while to get seated because I wasn't noticed. Once seated, it took another long while for a server to appear with chips and a very tasty salsa which proved the best part of the meal. Looking over the menu and the "tourist"Mexico decor and colors, I could tell it was distributor-driven. The beers and the desserts had obviously been distributor "suggestions". My experience over the last 35 years eating out on the road several hundred times a year made it obvious. I decided on a burrito plate and asked the server which chile was spiciest. He said the red was very spicy so I went with the burrito chile colorado. C'mon dude, this is New Mexico! That chile wasn't spicy at all! Utterly bland is the word! So dinner was a big disappointment.. When I was done, I was asked if I wanted dessert. I asked if anything was homemade. Nothing. It all came industrially produced by a food service company. This place is not my style. I won't be back.

Mexican food is pretty simple. A lot of places try to get fancy and end up messing it up…read more El Campestre just keeps it simple and does it really well. The chicken enchilada was excellent. Rice and beans were exactly right. The chicken fajitas were hot, flavorful, and cooked just right. The fried ice cream was great too. I wouldn't call it a hole-in-the-wall, but the atmosphere is pretty bare bones. That's okay because the food is the reason to come here. Great prices, friendly service, and really good Mexican food. We'd happily eat here again next time we're in Cortez.

El Campestre Mexican restaurant has made some major changes. We walked in and found the dining…read moreroom had changed with tall, rustic wooden booth dividers with hand-carved horse designs. The bench-style seats were covered with maroon leather. The whole atmosphere inside had changed, and one could easily eat in privacy. The food is delicious, with Chef Carlos preparing flavorful dishes found nowhere else. We especially like his Chicken Fajitas, Tacos al Pastor, Pork Carnitas plate, Campestre Tamales, Verde Enchiladas, and Fish or Shrimp Street-Style Tacos. Be assured, the food is outstanding.

My wife and I were visiting family in Farmington, where we both grew up, and one of the things we…read morealways look forward to is the amazing local food. Doña María has earned a permanent spot on our list of must-visit restaurants every time we're back in town. The service was exceptional from start to finish. Karen took incredible care of us and our family. Even though we were a fairly needy group, she was consistently professional, friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Her positive attitude made an already great dining experience even more memorable. I can't say enough how amazing she was! From the breakfast burritos to dinner, everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and authentic. The homemade tortillas were absolutely outstanding and complemented every meal perfectly. The portions were generous, and every dish reminded us why we love coming back home. The restaurant has a warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. It's the kind of place where you can relax, enjoy a great meal, and feel right at home. Overall, between the incredible food, exceptional service, and inviting atmosphere, Doña María has become one of our go-to spots whenever we're in Farmington. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for authentic New Mexican food and genuine hospitality. We can't wait to come back on our next visit!

Dana our server made our anniversary so special with her amazing kindness and prompt attention.read more