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    Rice Monkeys

    4.5 (360 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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    RICE MONKEYS ATMOSPHERE

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    Hipster
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Menu (1/2) as of 5/12/25
    Winston L.

    The Vietnamese food that we got from this restaurant was legit. The Pork Summer Rolls tasted fantastic. The Rice Noodle Soups (Beef Pho and Saigon Noodles) were hearty and well-balanced, with the only caveat being tough beef. Large portions overall. Our server Lawrence was very attentive and a delight to talk with. Definitely recommend!

    Rice Monkeys.  Cozy, small inside.
    John S.

    August 26, 2023. Saturday. 2:30 PM. Every time my wife and I have visited Durango, Rice Monkeys has been closed. The reviews and the signage piqued our interest but walking by on weekends, the place was shuttered down. Hours are listed as Monday through Friday, 11 AM - 3 PM lunch and dinner 5 PM - 8:30 PM. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays. However, on this Saturday, it was open. The rain poured down, and they were about to close in 30 minutes. However, the sushi chef let me order a to-go, Funky Monkey roll ($18). This place had a cozy and tight sitting room, and I stood in the middle, waiting out of the rain. Funky monkey roll featured shrimp, tempura flakes, avocado, spicy aioli, cream cheese, topped with yellowfin tuna, and sirimi crab. Sorry, no picture of this roll. They placed sweet soy sauce in a dish on the side. Inside the to-go bag were two sets of chopsticks, napkins, wasabi, a healthy amount of fresh ginger and the aforementioned soy sauce. Service from the waitress and sushi chef was great, because they could have shut down orders. A group of three arrived after me and he took care of them too. He finished my order in about 7 minutes. We ate the roll in the parking lot of Ska Brewing. We could tell it had fresh ingredients and he added lots of avocado. I liked the roll without the sweet soy sauce, as it was cloyingly sweet. Wish we had sampled other rolls, but maybe next time.

    Empty plate because they forgot our order

    They literally forgot we were there. Waiter said they were feuding with the kitchen but the kitchen got everyone else's food out. We waited an hour for our food and watched several to go orders walk out and new tables come in and get food. Very disappointing considering they only have 4 tables

    Destiny L.

    Fantastic little spot for high quality rolls. Looking for a spot with some high quality rolls with tons of flavor? This is a great spot to check out. I ordered the lickity-split and I wish I could have ordered more. You can tell the ingredients are fresh and again very flavorful. My only regret was coming with family members who claim they like sushi but definitely only meant the like california rolls. They ordered a california roll and a shrimp tempura roll. We came on a Wednesday around 1:00 PM after a soak at the Durango Hot Springs (also highly recommend). We were sat immediately inside where there are only about three tables but there are more outside. I think those outdoor seats are a little higher demand because the weather was perfect.

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    Dina P.

    This place is tiny and there is additional sitting outside. The food was amazing. The presentation was like that of a fancier restaurant and the taste combination was amazing. I was blown away by the taste combo of the Tiradito. The service was pretty quick considering how busy they are. I highly recommend Rice Monkey, just be prepared that you might have to wait.

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    Amazing sushi! Highly recommend the funky monkey roll! Staff is awesome, cooks are awesome, and Jimmy the sushi chef was amazing.

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    The funky monkey roll is delicious... the dining area is very small. Thus I opt for takeout...

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    Great service and food. Been several times and never been disappointed. Small and cozy but fast. Great menu, full of delicious options!

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    Amazing food, but the seating is tight and makes you feel rushed to leave your table. Unreal spring rolls!

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    Great rolls and the simple rolls are fantastic as well. Came back a couple days later!

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    Great food and service! Come early to get a seat.

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    Try the bowls! They were great! Super chill place but seems to always be busy!

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    Great menu, very nice staff. Fresh food, fast. Delicious options. I highly recommend when you want fresh sushi!

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    Akami Poke & Ramen - Shishito peppers

    Akami Poke & Ramen

    4.6(120 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Do yourself a favor and don't let this place fool you. Tucked away in the side parking lot of…read moreAlbertsons, Akami is a tiny, unassuming spot serving some of the best Japanese food we've had--and quite possibly the best poke bowl I've ever eaten. Been meaning to come here for a while and so glad we finally did. We ordered the "I Love Mango" poke bowl, Tonkotsu Ramen, gyoza, and sushi, and every single dish was outstanding. There wasn't a bite left on the table. The poke was incredibly fresh and flavorful, the ramen was rich and comforting, the gyoza were perfectly cooked, and the sushi was excellent. What really made the experience even better was the staff. Everyone was genuinely warm, welcoming, and happy to help, creating a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Durango has a hidden gem, and Akami deserves every bit of the praise. We'll absolutely be back.

    I was frustrated to discover a 2.70% takeout fee that was not disclosed on the online menu, the…read moretakeout menu, or the menu plastered on the door!!! If you're going to charge an extra fee, it should be clearly stated before customers order. Transparency about additional charges before customers order is basic respect and something customers expect! When I asked about the fee , Daivyd H (cashier) asked rudely "Is it a problem"? *Photos of : receipt that shows the fee underlined in red , and the Shoyu Ramen The portion size was great for the price, the presentation was excellent, and the flavors were outstanding. Everything tasted fresh, well-seasoned, and thoughtfully prepared. The balance of flavors really stood out, and it was clear that care went into both the taste and the presentation of the food. My order was also prepared in a timely manner. I've eaten at many restaurants in Durango and haven't encountered this kind of undisclosed fee elsewhere. The food was delicious, but hidden fees made for a bad first impression. Overall, I'd give the service a 3/5 for the rudeness , and hidden & undisclosed fee. The meal, flavors, preparation, portion size, and wait time is a 5/5.

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    Akami Poke & Ramen - Order here!

    Order here!

    Akami Poke & Ramen - Chicken ramen

    Chicken ramen

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    Mama Silvia’s Italian Kitchen - Perfecto

    Mama Silvia’s Italian Kitchen

    3.8(95 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    First time in Durango for a wedding and we were able to do a bit of exploring tonight! Found Mamma…read moreSilvia's on yelp and decided to try it because of the decent reviews. As soon as we walked in, the hostess greeted us and sat us, no reservation required. The restaurant itself is smaller and has a bar area/counter next to the dinner tables. Our server Maddie was great, had great suggestions, and was attentive. Bread service could've been warm, also never received the butter with it. I don't normally go with the "Chef's Special" because I always feel like it means "the seafood is about to go and we have to sell it" lol I couldnt resist the Frutti di Mare Cannelloni. I paired this with an Old Fashioned and the Brussels Sprouts Pancetta. We also tried the Carbonara. All the dishes were amazing. I was not disappointed with the cannelloni, wonderful seafood taste medley, not "fishy". The Brussel Sprouts were a hit, my partner normally hates Brussel Sprouts but he enjoyed these. The carbonara was perfect! Honestly loved all the dishes tonight. Might come back Sunday to try something else off the menu--pictures of the veal Marsala looked amazing.

    Our visit started out wonderful. We were seated in the bar and the bartender was awesome!…read moreWe started with drinks and ordered a Caesar salad. Halfway through our salad they seated a male right next to my husband. The rest of the bar area was open and all the booths along the wall were open as well. The man was filthy dirty and the odor from him filled the room. His hands had blood on them too. He kept mumbling and laughing and when the bartender tried to take his order he was having a difficult time understanding him. My husband got up to go to address the situation and the man proceeded to show me his teeth and growling at me. This behavior completely changed the direction of our evening and hopes for a nice experience for dinner. The restaurant wanted us to make changes rather than the man disrupting the evening. We decided to leave and dine elsewhere. The restaurant made zero efforts to accommodate this unfortunate time for us on our vacation. Empathy for someone is not lost on me, but lack of respect for us was certainly lost on the management here! Save yourself the time and find an alternate place to patronize when in Durango!

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    Mama Silvia’s Italian Kitchen - Another view of the restaurant. That is a real service dog. It has a service animal vest and do not touch on it.

    Another view of the restaurant. That is a real service dog. It has a service animal vest and do not touch on it.

    Mama Silvia’s Italian Kitchen - Photo of our dinner. Sorry I was starving and forgot to take a before photo

    Photo of our dinner. Sorry I was starving and forgot to take a before photo

    Mama Silvia’s Italian Kitchen - A view of the kitchen from our table

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    A view of the kitchen from our table

    Rice Monkeys - sushi - Updated September 2026

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