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.

Silver Basin Brewing is my third place. Bob and Shauna provide a wonderful atmosphere that is local…read moreand tourist friendly. Their service is great with them going above and beyond. And their food has always been great with tons of options. One of my favorite places in Montrose.

A fun local joint with very friendly folks and some decent beers on tap. We stopped by and ended up…read morebeing there for bingo night. It was good fun and everyone was so welcoming! The brews on tap were good, but there was nothing super unique

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.

Jojo is the best. She knows her guests. She knows her drinks, she knows her Toast…read more Cozy comfortable seating. The Blue Agave is Better than Tequila.

Second time here, will keep coming back. Can't wait until it gets warmer to try the big patio area…read morenext to the river. Great food!

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!

This is a great place to watch the game! There are multiple TV screens in multiple directions, so…read moreyou'll have a great view no matter where you sit. As for the food, the chicken Caesar salad was surprisingly good, same for the cheese steak sandwich.

This is an update to a previous review. My wife and I have adopted this Sidelines as our "local"…read morefave. We've had wings, wraps, burgers, sandwiches, fries and they are all good. It's the only place around that makes wings hot enough for me. Most people can't handle them, though. It's a sports bar so sometimes there is a wait for service but, no more than any other spot. Not sure what happened to those people that gave this place one or two stars and say the food wasn't cooked right or whatever. We've never had a bad experience here. If you tried it before, I would try it again. If you're looking for a new spot, give this place a shot.

Always has a great ambience with welcoming vibes, cool lights, fun activities, and some of the best…read morebartenders around. This place will always be my watering hole when I visit for awhile or when I am passing through. It has been my first stop and the last stop in montrose for years. Brian is a stellar human that runs a solid bar. Great for holidays and all the days in between! Always try the specials or karaoke nights!

The tavern is definitely a local spot that gets a lot of foot traffic during the weekend. It's fun,…read moregot a lot of things to do there besides drinking! They have their own dart game, foos ball, and online game for golf! Ambience is super chill and the service can be quick and friendly (depending on you). They do not serve food however there are chips and such available for purchase. Come in and have fun since they always got something going on like karaoke and djs and even our own rap show!

At first I thought oh my gosh, but then I seen how much fun and have friendly and the service was…read morewonderful. They kept me smiling and we had such a great night. They're very responsible when it comes to serving and also I am very impressed with how well they handle the community no matter what kind of levels they are on And they don't over surf and it was very peaceful considering it being an establishment with beer and alcohol I am very impressed with the way things were held there. They were clean efficient and it was nothing like you would think from the outside.

A great place to come and hang out! Beautifully restored building with a great bar and sofas for…read morecozy seating. Patrick knows his way around a great cocktail! So knowledgeable about the history of the drinks and so delicious!! Food choices are elevated but approachable so be sure to enjoy. I had the caprese sandwich and it was so good. They distilled their own spirits. They have a tasting and it is hard to decide which is best. My favorite was the Rye. A little confusing when you first arrive. Just park in the back and go up the ramp. There isn't a sign out front but don't let it intimidate you. A place you won't want to miss out on.

This is such a fun place. The bartender makes excellent drinks and is very knowledgeable about the…read morespace. He even took us downstairs to the cellar where they have disco night. Several food stations so lots to choose from. We had appetizers from the Thai food truck in the parking lot. Delicious!! Lots of game and other theme nights. Nice seating inside and out.

We had a great experience at The Stone House on an early Wednesday evening. Our server Sarah was…read morewonderful. The background music was the right volume for conversation. I had the pecan-crusted cod, which was very tasty. I had the sweet potato fries for my side, and they were the highlight of the meal! They were melt-in-the-mouth delicious.

Food was average, expensive for the quality. Seated us next to a large party in middle of the room…read more Had to ask to be moved.