OMG. After an afternoon of sipping outstanding Wild Elks wines, we ended our day with dinner here…read morein central Paonia. Lions Mane "crabcakes," gnocchi, chicken and waffles, and cookies & cream cheesecake dessert (are you kidding me? we never order dessert). And everyone around us was raving to the servers, too. The chef helped open Michelin restaurants in San Francisco, and it seems has found the right home. We have been hard pressed to name WOW dining experiences post-COVID, and this is definitely one! Oh, it's small....make a reservation.

We really loved our meal here! We got the gnocchi and the trout and started with the Brussels…read moresprouts and the Gazpacho. It was one of the best meals we have ever had in our lives! I am still thinking about the morel mushrooms and the incredible texture of the gnocchi. It was explained to us how the morels are sourced locally, as are many other ingredients. The trout was the best I've had. Very fresh and cooked perfectly, with the thinnest, crispiest skin. There was an indulgent creamy lemon sauce and the purple potatoes were crisped to perfection. We ended our perfect meal with the creme brulee and affagato, so good. Our cocktails were great and the service was too. We are really happy we decided to stop by for dinner. This is a meal we will be thinking about for a long time

We love coming to the dogwood whenever we're in crested butte!…read moreThis time we came with a group of eight for my birthday. We stopped by on Saturday around 6 PM and the manager was so kind to help us put a larger table together. We only waited about 10 minutes. Our server was so sweet. I don't remember her name, but she was extremely knowledgeable about all the cocktails -- and there are many. It's one thing to memorize the ingredients, but quite another to understand flavor, profiles, textures, substitutions, etc. she really knows her stuff and was great at making recommendations. We tried a number of different cocktails, including the Headhunter, Xanadu, London press, lemon ginger NA, and poco loco. Personally, I had the headhunter and Poco Loco. The headhunter was yummy, but not special enough to order again. The Poco Loco, however, was unique and delicious with the habanero infusion so present and the foamy top giving it a melt in your mouth texture. It's pretty warm in there as they have no AC and no fans to circulate the air and it is still summer, plus drinking makes you hotter, so we were a little sweaty, but This is of course, a very temporary feeling as the area does not stay this hot for long. Absolutely can't wait to come back

Friendly service, reasonable prices but for its size the band needs to dial down the volume…read more We will certainly go back next summer as we always do

Phelanies has set the bar for one of the best Old Fashioned I've had and I've had many Old…read moreFashioned drinks from Brooklyn, to LA to Denver. My husband and I were visiting Montrose and decided to try the local speakeasy for a night out. We were greeted at the door immediately and was well taken care of the second we walked in. If you like whiskey, I would high recommend getting the Old Fashioned because they will bring the alcohol cart to where you're sitting and make the whole drink in front of you. It made the drink such a fun and unique experience.

This place is a hidden gem. The cocktails are amazing, the ambiance is on point, and the staff is…read morewonderful. If I lived in this town this awesome spot would be my second home!

Super laid back distillery with excellent cocktails. I love how inclusive the mocktail menu is! We…read moregot a table outside and played games that were provided, it was such a nice experience with the fresh mountain air and the beautiful weather. Definitely look into making a reservation- it is quite small inside and has limited seating. They are popular for good reason! Great bartenders. The spinach artichoke dip was faaaabulous and I would go back for that alone.

This is one of our all-time favorite places to bring out-of-town guest or enjoy a cocktail after a…read morebusy week. the best drinks in town! Never disappoints. You have to try yourself.

Fiona's is MAD cute. I love the vintage feel inside; it is so cozy because there are many couches…read moreand soft chairs. It does have a somewhat modern feel from outside though, and the drinks are great! I had one called the Floral Revival which was actually fairly strong - I like floral drinks and this had hints of floral flavor but I could definitely taste the booze (including absinthe) underneath. I liked it nonetheless - and the staff were super friendly and helpful! Overall if you're visiting Paonia or passing through and want a nice space to sit with a cocktail/drink this is an awesome option!

We so wanted to love this place, but from the moment we walked in the door, we felt unwelcome. Our…read moreserver was very rude, brought me the wrong drink, and intimated it was my fault. The only saving grace was the server who presented our check and was delightful. We will not be back.

Went on an quiet day on our way to our airbnb for Black Canyon National Park. This place is the…read moredefinition of a quaint, old-timey watering hole. The restaurant-side was unfortunately closed, but the bar was open. They happened to be serving BBQ this weekend. The BBQ hit the spot. It wasn't the best, but it was good enough to hit the spot. I got the Strawberry Lemonade Clarified Punch, which was refreshing and surprisingly really sophisticated - I was expecting such a sophisticated drink in a random bar in a small town (unincorporated). Drinks were a little pricier, but I think it was still worth it. Definitely recommend popping by if you need a quick drink and grub.

We were driving through on our way to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and decided to…read morestop here for dinner and a drink. Surprisingly large inside with one side dedicated to the bar and the other side the more traditional restaurant-style. Good variety of beer and cocktails. Was surprised they even had a cider on tap, which is usually hit or miss when I go to a bar. Since it was "experimental," they only charged $3 for it. Loved the creativity behind their cocktails - their Strawberry Banana Clarified Punch was both smooth and tasty. It is a smaller serving - glass came half full including the ice - but probably because the normal mixers are infused in the tequila. They had a very limited food menu while we were there. They were serving BBQ, and you had the option of pulled pork or sausage. A couple different side options. Nothing special about the food - it was enjoyable and at reasonable prices. Wouldn't make a special trip back for the food but would gladly order it if I was already there. Staff were so pleasant. Parking was super easy - spots in front as well as a dirt lot across the street. Overall, enjoyable time. Recommend you stop by for some good drinks!

This place was great! Service was quick, friendly and attentive. We got the original hamburger and…read morethe burger with goat cheese, pepper jelly and arugula, with fries. The fries were perfectly seasoned and my fav-shoestring. Bathrooms and resturant area were nice and clean. We would definitely stop by if we are in the area again!

Stopped by on a whim with my husband and best friend last night. Food was incredible and very high…read morequality. Staff was also just as amazing. What a great stop can't wait to go again!

Room was excellent. Could use a table and a chair, but overall experience was absolutely the best…read more The parlor was amazing as well.

Stopped in for a drink on Happy Hour all day Monday. Great prices. We need to go again because no…read morefood on Monday. Seating inside and out. Sports on TV. Tables or sit at the bar. All drinks are made from scratch. Margaritas very good. The wife had the drink special which was a peach mojito. They squeezed Palisade peaches and lots of mint. Very tasty and refreshing. This place should be a regular.

I came to the Flying Fork for dinner with some friends this past Sunday and was so happy with my…read moreexperience. This past weekend was the Harvest Festival and I came into town with some friends to enjoy the festival and wineries. After a day of drinking wine and walking around, we decided to come here for dinner since so many locals recommended it. We came around 8pm and were seated after a 10 min wait. The night was busy due to the festival and we were the last people to leave the restaurant but we never felt rushed or unwelcome. The food was delicious! I had the Chicken Marsala and I did not leave any leftovers at all. In fact, no one in my party had any leftovers. If you are in the area, definitely come for a memorable dining experience and awesome food. P.S. don't forget to order dessert!

Lovely family-owed business. Fabulous atmosphere, especially if you can sit outside in the lush…read moregarden. Some of the best Italian food I have ever had. Very friendly wait staff.

I have been eyeing Hooch for many years on my Aspen trips and finally went in - boy, have I been…read moremissing out! Fun vibes and atmosphere. The staff are all extremely friendly. I love the variety of craft cocktails, especially the "Virgin and a Pornstar". A must-try! The rose drink and whisky drinks were also delicious. Special shout-out to their snack menu, which has uncrustables and goldfish, haha! Already looking forward to returning on my next trip to Aspen and trying more of Hooch's large selection.

Decided to check out Hooch after reading their extensive cocktail menu online. Even better than…read moreexpected! Awesome staff offering even more awesomely unique beverages! Try the "Spread Your Legs" for a delightfully refreshing twist on a margarita! Dim lights, tons of chandeliers, and cozy seating areas with an eclectic blend of furniture makes for a pretty groovy vibe, definitely worth checking out!