Best place in Montrose for a food and drinks. Excellent beer, cider and seltzers and non alcoholic…read moredrinks. Warm, friendly environment. Delicious food!

My family and I really enjoyed this local Brewery in Montrose. The reviews all talk about how great…read morethe food is and that's honestly a big part of what brought us in as we were hungry and looking for a spot that would suit everyone's needs. The kids enjoyed their food and we enjoyed ours as well so that was a hit. The space itself is nice and modern and you order at the counter which was honestly also nice and easy with kids in tow. The beers were all good but we did have a bit of a snafu with the bartender as I went to order our drinks and I didn't have my ID on me. I can't fault her too much as I know it's required and you must be 21 to drink, but I'm 38, and I haven't been ID'd in YEARS So, it was a bit of a let down to have that be such an issue. I did after all also have my 40 year old husband and two kids in tow so there wasn't much about me that screamed "under 21". All that to be said, we ended up having an overall good time and I'd return. I think that if we lived here this would be a regular spot for us, and I'd remember to bring my ID!

We very much enjoy stopping in Montrose when we can and getting a good bar experience in at the…read morehorsefly. Always friendly and efficient service, the tater tots are the best and it has lovely outdoor seating. Indoor is cute too! Give it a try!

July 18, 2026 - Montrose, CO…read more The dog-friendly outdoor patio first caught our eye, and then the name--Horsefly Brewing Company--along with its great reviews convinced us to stop for lunch. We're so glad we did! The patio is spacious and comfortable, with several seating areas that give it a relaxed atmosphere. Our server was friendly and attentive, and his recommendation of the Flatlander Chicken Sandwich ($15.99) was spot on. Since my husband and I often split meals, we ordered one sandwich to share. To our surprise, it arrived already divided onto two separate plates--a thoughtful touch that's becoming all too rare. That kind of service definitely earns extra points. The sandwich was delicious, with grilled chicken breast, guacamole, bacon, pepper jack cheese, and chipotle mayo, served with perfectly cooked crispy fries. I ordered an iced tea but couldn't resist trying a sample of their seasonal Peach Ale. It was so good that I ended up ordering a small glass. I'm not usually much of a beer drinker, but this one was outstanding. I only wish they sold it in cans so I could have taken some home! Before we left, my husband picked up a couple of cans of his favorite beers and a Horsefly T-shirt. Great food, excellent service, tasty beer, and a welcoming dog-friendly patio made this a memorable stop. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in the area.

I'm honestly a little bummed that Shelter Distilling is sitting at around 3.5 stars. It should be…read more5 stars! because we almost passed this place up because of the rating -- and I'm SO glad we didn't. I had the Strawberry Salad and a taco, and we also had the fish and chips. Everything was absolutely amazing. The food was fresh, flavorful, and far exceeded our expectations. Our server, Emily, was incredible. She was friendly, attentive, welcoming, and provided the kind of service that makes you want to come back. Emily, thank you for taking such great care of us! The atmosphere is another huge plus. You're right by the river, the setting is beautiful, and it's just a great environment to sit back, enjoy some great food and drinks, and relax. If you're looking at the reviews trying to decide whether to come here, GO. Give this place a chance and decide for yourself. We're incredibly glad we did. Highly recommend Shelter Distilling in Montrose!

The ABSOLUTE WORST VODKA EVER! I cannot imagine how it could be this bad!!!!! Dont waste your hard…read moreearned money. It has a very chemically flavor.

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!

First time in Montrose Colorado to here my brothers band. We decided to try the turkey rap. The…read moredon't sell soft drinks so I ordered a strawberry cream fizz. The sandwich was surprisingly delicious! they even have beepers like Olive Garden to let you know your food is ready. They brought it to us! Nice. This establishment is basically a coffee house with signature food and entertainment! Very very nice!

My family came in and ordered 4 drinks. The place was severely understaffed with only one barista…read moreworking while there were 5 people in line throughout the whole time we were here. They were out of cold brew. I ordered a matcha. It was not properly mixed and I got chunks in my drink. However, I cannot and will not blame the barista as she was running around the whole joint on a time crunch. The real problem was the lack of staff. The coffee shop was spacious and provided a great space to do work. I recommend, but only on a day with sufficient staff.

August 12, 2026 - Ridgway, CO…read more We had been here once before, and fondly remembered our visit. So we decided to re-visit. We ordered the Cowboy Pizza - Garlic oil, mozzarella, sausage, bacon, tomatoes, gorgonzola and arugula ($19). I ordered a glass of wine, and my husband ordered an IPA. We sat out on the dog-friendly patio. We were lucky to get a table; the outside tables filled up quickly. When a couple arrived with their pup and found all the tables occupied, we invited them to join us. It turned out to be a nice way to meet fellow travelers. And the pizza? DELICIOUS! The crust was excellent, and I loved the combination of flavors and toppings on the Cowboy Pizza. Definitely must eat here if you happen to visit Ridgway.

Ate here today for a late lunch/early dinner and my husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our pizzas. He…read moregot the Mia Bella and I got The Cowboy and both were just so delicious! They have indoor and outdoor seating options and I thought it was super cute that all of the outdoor benches had dog bowls for everyone who wanted to bring their fur babies along with them. Service was pretty laid back/casual-our waitress took our order within 5 minutes of us being in the restaurant and when we moved to a bench outside they were super flexible. She bought out the food fairly quickly and she also brought us some chili oil that she said people like to drizzle on their pizzas.

Great food, service was a bit gruff but I think that's just his gig. Everything tasted homemade and…read moreportions were very large. My biggest complaint is that we had to pretty much beg for a beer list and then feel guilty while he was rattling them off. How hard is it to print out a few paper lists or even to have a rotating screen somewhere? It was recommended that we get up, go in the bar, and look at the taps... hmm, nope. That's not how customer service works. :)

My favorite Mexican food restaurant in Montrose, Colorado!!! Some of our favorite menu items are…read morethe carne asada, Chili Colorado, Camarones a la Diabla and the El Ranchero The Cadillac margaritas are divine!!! Service is great and the ambiance is wonderful being housed in an 1890 year old building! Bar seating is great for dinner too with its sun-filled windows and abundant plant life Patio dining during Spring and Summer months This is a family affair; all the employees are related

Stayed for the weekend and tried every single beer on the menu, and all of them are great. The food…read morewas also incredibly delicious (especially the smash burger + Caesar salad). Such a perfect, cozy, mountain spot

5/5 no doubt!!!!! This place was awesome. Such a vibe inside and such friendly people. The beer was…read moregreat but that feels obvious. Stop by if you're in telluride!!! I didn't grab any food from next door but the burger smelled amazing. The oktoberfish beer was so good

Best liquor store in town. Prices are always, the fairest usually the lowest. Great staff. And the…read moredrinks are ice cold.

I went in to by a particular wine that I had at Horsefly Brewery the night before. They didn't have…read moreit but he took the trouble to look it up and direct me to the winery where I was able to purchase it

We were served by a very kind, funny and engaging bartender (I can't remember her name, but she…read morejoked about our shirts). While their creative line up of cocktails looked appealing, I settled for a flight so I could try all four of their products, neat. They make a rum, vodka, bourbon and rye whiskey. I was surprised by the rum and vodka- full of flavor. Being a bourbon snob I was a bit let down by that. It was bland and flat. However, the rye whiskey made up for it. Hey, 3 outta 4 winners ain't bad! Definitely check this out if you find yourself in Ouray...

I wasn't sure what to expect with them having few hours of operation, but it was cool here!…read moreCurrently they are just providing samples or you can buy bottles. I tried both the gin and whiskey samples! I'm not a big whiskey drinker, but this was actually really good. They only have limited outdoor seating on the front patio, but it wasn't too busy. My fiancé ended up buying a bottle of whiskey to bring home for his friend. Awesome place! Guys working there were nice too!