Taco Libre

Wow! What a cool treat in Durango. Two trips to Durango. Two trips to The Bookcase and Barber!!…read moreThis place is a MUST visit. Ambiance is incredible. The drinks are yummy. The vibe...well you just have to visit :-) Check out their social for the "password" and you are good to go!

Fantastic speakeasy find in dwntwn Durango!…read more A pw is required, but it's on their Insta. It's a functioning barber shop by day and awesome prohibition-era speakeasy by night. I was sat in the back room cuz the front bar was full. It was nice and quiet & there was an additional bar in the back. Great curated "author & bibliophile" themed libation menu. I had the St Vincent Millay (their version of a between the sheets) and it was made to classic perfection! They also have an extensive spirits menu; I always like to try local so I had a shot of 1874 San Luis Valley American Whiskey (a 3-Grain Whiskey using local rye, barley, and wheat, highlighting regional sourcing). Price-point is in line w/current mixologist cocktail costs. Definitely worth checking out!

The Capeesh

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Black Heron Lounge

3.0(3 reviews)

The bartender literally left the bar unattended to go smoke cigarettes outside with her friends,…read morecausing us to walk outside in the 30 degree weather, around the building & all the way to the sidewalk on Main Street to get her... Super unprofessional. Also have never seen a bartender fill a shot glass 3/4ths the way to the top when measuring a drink, then get defensive & call a patron the b word after being called out on it. Not sure if all the other bartenders are as entitled and rude as the blonde one whose face didn't move & reeked of cigarettes, but if I were you I'd avoid this place.

This is a new club in town and they have done a great job of remaking the space. It's cozy and…read moreinviting, but service was so poor we ended up waiting for drinks and then the pours were really small. I'm chalking this up to being new and it takes some time to get your rhythm.

LIVE DJ every Friday and Saturday night from 9-2 AM

Black Heron Lounge- Cocktail Bar

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DJ ARSONNICK dressed up as Black Heron

Switchback

4.4(259 reviews)

Try the steak tacos. Also the birria. The wait staff are…read morereally nice and helpful. Shay was very helpful in making recommendations. She was lovely. The location is perfect in the city center and near the train

The atmosphere was rough from the beginning. The heat was on blast but the front door was open and…read moreit was 45 out. We were seated in a corner by the door and went from hot to cold throughout our meal. It also took 15 minutes with no waiter before we had to go ask the host who we order from. The food was marginal at best, especially considering the price and size of the plate. Very disappointed after seeing so many great reviews about this place.

Mexican corn

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Colo-Rada

Derailed Pour House

4.0(269 reviews)

If you're looking for a place that delivers seriously great drinks, unbeatable happy hour deals,…read moreand a vibe that is peppy but not overtly loud, look no further than Derailed Pour House on Main Avenue. From the moment you walk in, you're surrounded by an atmosphere that's cozy, eclectic, and downright fun, twinkle lights, creative décor, and a laid-back yet lively energy that makes every visit feel special. Their happy hour from 4-6 PM every day is hard to beat with all the classics like wines, mules, Cosmopolitans, margaritas, mojitos, and Manhattans for just $6, plus tasty appetizers for 6& and even quesadillas for a $10. It's one of those deals that's perfect for catching up with friends after a ski day or just kicking back with a well-made cocktail without breaking the bank. Speaking of food, their carne asada quesadilla is amazing, rich, flavorful, and the perfect pairing for any of their drinks. And if you're lucky enough to have Tonny as your server, count yourself fortunate: attentive, personable, and genuinely one of the best in the business, the kind of hospitality that turns a great meal into a memorable night out. Between the delicious drinks, great value, funky ambience, and standout service, Derailed is a must-visit spot in downtown Durango. Whether you're here for happy hour, dinner, or just a cocktail, it's easy to see why locals and visitors alike sing its praises.

Quality food. Nice atmosphere…read more Horrible service. Having frequented this place many times, I'm always amazed at the painstaking lengths that the owner went to provide a pleasant dining experience, good food, high quality ingredients, and a pretty excellent value relationship-- Only to hire incompetent servers. Tonight I was placed alone next to a window, with the server barely spending more than 10 seconds waiting on me--in 50 minutes. Instead, he doted over all of the large groups in my vicinity, promised me a refill on the iced tea, watched me sit there waiting for 30 minutes for a refill, and never provided such. You got it. When I was handed the electronic payment machine...Yupp... he literally stares me down like a back alley shakedown artist. In addition to wearing a scuzzy unkept beard, not advisable for food servers, right?, he actually seems visibly upset when I gave him 16% tip, even asking me "was something wrong?" I know that we are in a small town, and Durango is feeling its growing pains, transitioning from a mountain/railroad rural tourist haven to a high profile mountain resort. But this was so obvious, that it ruined the experience. The burger was well executed and had a nice patina, offering a rewarding crunchy patty exterior. The marinade the patty was placed in was great as well. The bun was high quality and so too was the blue cheese and fried onion strings.

The lit up trees

Bourbon BBQ wings w/celery, carrots, blue cheese and ranch dressings, $14.75.

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Decor is amazing

Rochester Hotel & Bar

4.6(61 reviews)

I stayed at the Rochester Hotel over Thanksgiving weekend and it was great. It's clean, quiet and…read morethe rooms are large and well appointed. The staff is super friendly and the location is so convenient to Main Street. I didn't have a car and appreciated being able to walk all over downtown. I'll definitely stay here again.

Sure cute. Very convenient - one street off of Main so quite but close. Nice room. Awesome garden…read more Cute bar. Staff super friendly and helpful. Highly recommend

Bathroom

Lack of internet connectivity. No bandwith.

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Hotel sign

Diamond Belle Saloon

3.8(245 reviews)

0.4 mi

So fun! Such an old timey setting. Beautiful bar, handsome servers and entertaining musicians…read more Was a fun evening after our zip line adventure !!

Loved the old saloon look. The staff were all very friendly…read moreand helpful. The food was not as impressive. Everything was greasy and tasted a bit like old oil. Hubby had the fish and chips and said that it was mostly batter and a little fish with greasy fries. I had a French dip that didn't have much flavor but the au ju and like old oil and greasy fries. My granddaughter had the chicken ceasar salad and her friend had a spicy wrap of some kind, they both thought theirs were good.

Bar scene

Bread pudding

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Balcony Bar And Grill

4.0(113 reviews)

0.4 mi

Great rooftop bar! Beers were tasty and the view was perfect! We can't wait to visit again!read more

For starters the waitress was amazing. Second the food was…read moredelicious. It had just rained so not many people out enjoying this lively place. The views are awesome. We definitely will return.

Very cool spot, Balcony Bar & Grill

Bbq pork nachos

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Walking up to the balcony

Public House 701

4.0(41 reviews)

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I went last night with some co-workers for the first time. I have Celiac disease and am nervous…read morewhen I eat out. They did a great job making me feel safe and I have suggested them to be added to the best GF app- Gluten Dude. My food was excellent and I appreciated the chef coming out to talk to me about my safe options. On another note, my friend that said she did not like brussel sprouts shared them with my other friend and now doesn't hate brussel sprouts. I couldn't try them but they smelled fantastic.

Out of business which is a very good thing as the food wasn't good and the service was horrible.read more

Laid back local Durango vibe.

Pesto Bucatini with salmon

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Burrata Burger

Eolus Bar & Dining

4.3(218 reviews)

0.2 mi

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Absolutely fantastic! We just got into town and decided to try this place out. We had the Black…read moreManhattan, which was exquisitely crafted! We had scallop and pork belly appetizer. Stupendous! We had the warm mushroom salad which was mouthwatering delicious. And we shared the entree of the elk tenderloin. Phenomenal! Could not have been a better meal. The place was beautiful and the service was excellent. Five stars for sure!

Eolus is TOP NOTCH. Both the food and service are amazing. I haven't been in 5 years but it is as…read moregood as I remember. I LOVE duck and this is as good as it gets. Hard to find Duck Two Ways but the have it here- duck breast and confit leg. Both exceptional. Great service from bartender Max who made me a delicious Rye Boulevardier (Negroni with whiskey instead of gin). Beautiful spot. Will be back next year