We have been there twice now and both times it didn't disappoint…read more The staff are mostly young people from Alamosa who have been trained well and are unfailingly pleasant. The food is amazing! We had Arancini- the best either of us have had since being in Italy. Crab cakes were another appetizer we enjoyed but not in the level of the Arancini. The main course (which we spied on the way to our table) was to die for. Duck leg confit with mushroom ravioli and broccolini (perfectly cooked) and a creamy mushroom gravy. It was magnificent. If you're ever in Alamosa for dinner, don't hesitate to stop in. You won't regret it. You might even want to go out of your way to stop here. Two chefs who earned their stripes in NYC returned to Alamosa to try their hands at fine dining in Alamosa. I hope they can continue to do well.

We love this place! Every time we need to have a "fancy" dinner out, we head over. One, the…read moreatmosphere is just so cool. Built out of an old church, the sanctuary is a chill place to grab a drink and relax. Then head over to the restaurant part do a lovely meal. This time, we tried the Calamari Steak with Mango chutney, the Duck Confit a the Pasta Holy Trinity. All exceptional and perfectly portioned. Would strongly recommend Friars Fork, even if it's not a special occasion!

Lovely spot for a good cocktail! The atmosphere is fun while chill with actually comfortable seats…read moreand bar snacks! JB is an awesome bartender and seems like a great dude!

Very cool spot with a bar in the back! We went on a night they had live music and it was great…read morevibes. they also had a very chill backyard area that was nice to get some fresh air. Not as much of a record choice as you would think but I think it's mostly for the speakeasy vibes!

Just ate at this place…read more FOOD: wonderful pizza! Wood fired and hot when you get it. We also tried the garlic rolls and those were very good as well. SERVICE: The service was very good. Our waitress was friendly, polite, and attentive throughout the meal. I would have appreciated being checked on a little more often for drink refills, but overall she did a great job and made us feel welcome. AMBIENCE: It's dog-friendly, which is always a big plus for us. Outdoor seating is available on a small patio. It was perfectly fine for us since we're used to patio dining near busy streets from spending time in Austin, and honestly, it can be pretty entertaining people-watching. The only downside is that if someone nearby is smoking, you're kind of stuck with it while sitting outside. SUGGESTIONS: It would be a nice touch to offer water bowls or small treats for dogs visiting the patio.

This is an order for pickup. I placed an order on DoorDash because this restaurant would not answer…read morethe phone. I called a few times but it kept going directly to voicemail. After placing the order on DoorDash, we arrived at the estimated time. It took forever for someone to help the folks in the queue. I was told to pick up at the bar. Honestly, the place was not that busy. I have no idea why they can't answer the phone or manage the queue. I've been at locations with more people and similar staff size. They need to either improve their operations or hire more staff if it's a busy time for them. At the bar, a guy was in front of me and that order took a bit to complete - he was offered red pepper flakes and parm. And there was some chit chat. During my turn, they got it out but it was obviously missing an order. The lady didn't even notice that line item (soup in a bread bowl) missing. It's listed there - if it is not on the menu anymore, do not pretend like there was nothing wrong. Very shady, very distrustful. I asked the lady about the order and she said the bread bowl is not on the menu anymore. I was going to ask a question and interrupts me and says that she couldn't do anything as she walks away. She didn't even offer me red pepper flakes or parm. Very rude, very distasteful. Whatever, I can take it up with DoorDash but she was rude. I went back with two specialty pizzas. I thought the pizzas were alright - I do have comments. I think the wood roasted pizza concept is good since there isn't one in the area. However, the crust was definitely not the star (one would assume it should be for wood roasted). One pizza (baked potato) was definitely a bit pale for the crust - seemed like it could have been in there for longer but I enjoyed the toppings. The other pizza (holy pork) had a better crust but still something I didn't finish - the toppings were one note. The peach didn't add much to the flavors after it was overpowered by the pork. I think I would be rated the food better cause it wasn't bad but the service left a bad taste in my mouth which lasted throughout the meal. Honestly, I didn't even finish it. I always leave tip for pick up orders and I left one via DoorDash when I placed my order for The Purple Pig, but my experience with The Purple Pig makes me reconsider giving a tip all the time for other pick up orders at restaurants. I order out a lot and haven't experienced this before so it's unfortunate.

Excellent service with great food along the creek. It was a slow Monday afternoon, but the kitchen…read moreand service were top-notch, particularly with the Candied BLT sandwich and the Buttermilk Chicken sandwich.

What a hidden gem. We spent the day exploring Cordova Pass & the Spanish Peaks and stopped here…read morefor dinner. Ellen was extremely kind allowing us to bring our pup inside. Drinks and food were awesome. My modified house salad was fantastic (vegetarian) and the chicken sandwich my husband had was delicious. Highly recommend.

We went to this restaurant with a group of friends this week. I have to say how much I enjoyed it…read more And I don't give out five stars lightly. The restaurant wasn't fooling around when it comes to garlic. You could smell the enticing aroma of it as soon as you walk through the door. The ambience was quaint. It is connected to a hotel which I'd check out if I were traveling through here again. We arrived at the restaurant around 530pm. The happy hour menu had both drinks and some dinner items on it. My companion ordered the Spaghetti & Meatballs from the happy hour menu. We were told the portion is the same as from the regular menu. It was $14. ($18 on regular menu.) It was a generous portion with three large meatballs. I opted for the Picatta Pasta at $12 and added four shrimp for an extra $6. They gave me five so I'm not sure if the chef made a mistake or was just feeling generous. I'll say the latter! The dish had tomatoes, capers, lemon, and white wine. The only thing I'd add to my taste would be pine nuts! We both totally enjoyed our meals including the bread! I forced myself to leave a little for lunch the next day and it was even better then! Comments I heard from around the dinner were equally enthusiastic about their meals, especially those who ordered the mussels. We're in town for a week and I don't usually go back to the same restaurant twice when I'm visiting a new location but my companion and I are definitely going back again before we leave. It was a Fri and a bit of busy night when we were there but our server Jillian did a great job and was super nice.

Needed Italian food. This was a nice place. Great layout, we sat back in the grotto. Sweet cute…read moreguy took care of us. We started with happy hour margs but ewww on the tequila. Switched to happy hour Montepulciano wine. Much better choice. The wife had the muscles, lots with good garlic bread. Also the Caesar salad with anchovies. She loved both. I had the chicken marsala. A little different from what I have had before but good. Would like to try a tomato dish but they are closed the next couple of days. Sorry no photos. PS. The Tiramisu was 5 stars!!! Very good.

Great bar with speakeasy vibes. It's dark and interesting in each unique space inside. It can be…read morequite dark inside but your eyes will adjust. It is a great place to kick back and hang out with friends or on a date night. They also have outdoor seating with some fire pits. Cocktail drinks are a little on the high side so we only come in on occasion. They also have a limited food menu for appetizers but we loved the egg rolls and would definitely come back for more. The staff and bar tenders are always friendly and are more than happy to help with any suggestions or questions from the menu.

Our last night of our honeymoon and we found this gem of a bar! Such great decor and atmosphere! I…read moreloved all the different rooms ;) we enjoyed a few drinks and it was nice and quiet ! So the next time you are anywhere close to Pagosa Springs :) give this place a try .. our waiter was very attentive and had some good suggestions!

Stopped in here on a Saturday night for some pre-dinner drinks with a party of four. The bar was in…read morean old, historic building and I enjoyed the layout (the bar had several different rooms within the bar). We found a table in the back room, and came in a little before they were setting up for a live band! I was a little confused by the menus; they had two separate cocktail menus, one seemed to be more of a traditional menu, while the other was like a "potions" themed menu. The prices were very reasonable for the cocktails and they were tasty, although a little sweet. We didn't eat dinner there but the night we were there, they had tapas which was fun. Would stop in for another drink!

Excellent quirky vibe, great service and tasty drinks! Great evening chill-out location in downtown…read moreSalida.

The Vic is the epitome of a good time for all kinds of groups. If you're into games, the Vic has…read morethem. Do you want to sit in great leather wing chairs, sipping a handcrafted cocktail, catching up with your best friend? The Vic has them. Do you want to enjoy a fresh new band, singing the evening away? The Vic has that! Are you wanting to hang out with a group of buddies after a big workday and decompress. Come here for that experience; they've got the perfect place for just that! This Tavern is versatile, beautiful and has a great team of talented servers. Our favorite place to hang together and enjoy people in the evening! Thanks again, Bill

not a fan of the passive aggressive bartender, just want a drink don't need to feel bad because you…read moredon't like men

Great good for pastry and breakfast! Nice location and…read moredecoration of the interior and outside. You can sit up on the roof area with a nice scenic view of the city of Salida. The staff attended to us very quickly and professionally. They were there too serve and make sure we were taken care of. By the way it was even more special since it was Father's Day!

The food was great and loved the dessert I tried. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. It was…read morevery busy but the wait time for food was short!

Anything Diane touches is gold in the world of cheese. She has enhanced my cheese and wine…read moreknowledge and what goes with what by ten fold. She is also the strongest female personality I met over the last 5 years or so. She is 100% full energy 100% of the time so if you are laid back person her passion and intensity will surpass yours. She is really cool with zero ego. TRUST!

fantastic wine and cheese bar, and to go options (we got a hikers box, which was filled with…read morecheese, meat, nuts and fruit). Diane was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and my wife and I had a great time. Highly recommend making this a wonderful stop if you're staying in Del Norte or just passing through.