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    East by Southwest

    3.6 (349 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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    Greg C.

    Ok. Sushi in Durango CO could almost be an oxymoron. But seriously just because there are no Asian people behind the counter is actually ok and better than the alternative of not having any sushi. When you walk into the restaurant it's mostly full of happy people. It doesn't look like a traditional sushi restaurant more like a hybrid western bar with a full western bar, an additional sushi bar service and tables. All with a sushi type menu. Thankfully no hamburgers or chicken wings served. They do a pretty good job on the rolls, didn't try the hamachi. Had some apps- good. Not lights out but good and think a "3" is pretty good rating. Think: you go into a Mexican restaurant and it turns out to be TexMex /Gringo but you still like it. 3.

    Salmon Sashimi Bento Box
    Whitney W.

    Stopped in for a quick weekday lunch. Delicious sushi, fast delivery. Service was polite. $60 for bento box, one caterpillar roll, a hand grenade(single bite app) and a soda.

    Jamie S.

    We dined at East by Southwest in Durango tonight and were impressed. The sashimi was surprisingly good considering the distance from the ocean. The freshness of all the dishes stood out and the portions were more generous than expected. Serving raw fish at 6400' elevation is no small feat. The service was on point. A couple of the sashimi pieces were cut a bit too thick, but that's splitting hairs. A wonderful overall dining experience.

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    Rhianna D.

    Good service, and delicious food! Lots of options, from sushi, ramen, to Japanese fried rice. Such a cute place too, love the fish lights.

    Hamachi Love Roll
    Michelle G.

    Wow, this food is incredible!! They have a lot of unique flavors in their sushi rolls. We started with their squash blossoms which are a must try! We ate them so fast that I didn't get a picture ;) The High Roller was amazing with the topping of macadamia nuts. The tuna poke bowl was filling and had great flavor to it (a bit spicy). The Hamachi Love roll was very spicy as advertised, but didn't have much fish in it. That would be my only feedback. We finished the meal off with the Thai Boba Tea Lattes which were delicious!

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    Excellent food, sushi and tea smoked duck, with espresso and tiramisu to round it off. It was so tasty and the staff was very friendly

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    The ambience, service and food are all great! The lunch menu also, has some decent prices!

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    4.6(117 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    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.

    Tucked away in a grocery store parking lot and cobbled together by a couple buildings, you will…read morefind a great Japanese restaurant. Offering ramen, poke, and sushi has a large menu with something for everyone. Was with the kids on this visit so ordered a miso for the boy, a chicken ramen for the girl and a couple apps which all went down very quickly. The shishito peppers are excellent with a vibrant display of colors ranging from the bright green of the peppers to the pink of the chopped ginger. The chicken ramen was basic, but had rich broth and a nice assortment of veggies. Service was quick as it is a smaller restaurant so plan ahead.

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    Kazahana

    4.0(35 reviews)
    46.2 mi

    Our experience at Kazahana was absolutely fantastic and has officially made it our favorite sushi…read morespot in Telluride. As newcomers to town from Los Angeles, we have high standards for sushi and service--and Kazahana exceeded them on every level. The atmosphere is cozy yet polished, striking the perfect balance between warm and professional. It feels intimate without being stuffy, and relaxed while still clearly serious about quality. A huge highlight of the night was our charming bartender, Ivonne from Argentina. She made the best whiskey sour I've ever had--perfectly balanced and unforgettable. Ivonne also introduced us to some truly high-quality sake, and it was clear she really knows her craft. Her knowledge, confidence, and friendly personality elevated the entire experience. The food was exceptional. We enjoyed the gazpacho, which was refreshing and beautifully prepared, along with the umi (sea urchin) and hamachi sashimi--all incredibly fresh, clean, and expertly presented. Every bite confirmed we were somewhere special. We feel so lucky to have found Kazahana so soon after moving to Telluride. It's rare to find a place that nails atmosphere, drinks, service, and food so effortlessly. We'll absolutely be regulars and can't wait to come back again soon.

    The menu was very difficult to read, with little to no description of the rolls, so I wasn't really…read moresure what I was ordering. When I asked our waitress for help, she wasn't very helpful, which made it more frustrating. The sushi itself was good, but nothing particularly memorable. We sat at the sushi bar, and one of the chefs created a custom roll for us, which was a fun touch. We also ordered the dessert box, it was okay, and the drinks were decent. The ambiance inside was cute, but overall, I'm not sure I'd come back. The food was just fine, and the service wasn't very helpful. We also tried calling ahead to let them know we were running a few minutes late, but couldn't get anyone on the phone.

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    Tomo Sushi and Steakhouse

    3.7(126 reviews)
    39.1 mi
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    Typical hibachi grill but still a lot of fun. Staff is friendly and very attentive. The hibachi…read morechef that we had was funny and very talented. Food was excellent. Casual but still quite nice. Clean and comfortable.

    While visiting in-laws, they decided to treat us to dinner at Tomo. We made reservations for 6:00…read morefor five people, 4 adults and one kid. Walking in the restaurant was very clean and well organized. It has two main areas, the hibachi side and the sushi side. We had chosen hibachi side. We were warmly greeted and brought to our table a few minutes later. Our server came over and got our drink order and was fast getting them back to us with some waters for everyone too. We all ordered hibachi, my husband and I did the steak and chicken for two and my in laws both got the filet and scallops. Our seven year old decided to get the chicken. It took awhile after we ordered for the soups to come. We weren't sure if they were waiting to see if they could fill up the table a little more or what was going on. But the soup was very good, a warm mushroom soup that had a peppery flavor and was light. When our chef came over he was super fun and personable. He knew what we had ordered so he started the show. Our kid was super entertained watching him cook and seeing the flames. We enjoyed the squirt bottles of sake and lemonade for the non drinkers. The food itself was very good and flavorful. The steak was cooked perfectly and the chicken was well seasoned. I loved all the veggies that we got along with the fried rice. The unexpected star of the show was the shrimp. It was perfectly cooked and melted in your mouth. Dinner was just a fun experience, good food, good people and a fun show. It's a place to come for the entertainment of the live cooking. Perfect for treating out of town guest or for a celebration.

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    W & Z Asian Bistro & Sushi Bar

    4.4(10 reviews)
    37.6 mi

    My husband and I have been here a couple times prior to today. It was a decent place and we enjoyed…read moreour food. Was usually pretty steady too. We went for lunch today with my mom and it was dead. Maybe 3-4 tables with one or two people per table. The hostess, if that's what you call her at the desk, became our server and was rude throughout the lunch. She didn't like that I wanted to be seated when I made my drink order. My mom asked me if she rolled her eyes at us lol We were asked on the way to the table what we wanted to drink. I was surprised so I just said I'd like to look at the menu first. She didn't appreciate that I guess. My husband showed up and about 10 seconds after he sat down she came to "take our order". We asked for some time so he could look at the menu and ordered drinks. The drinks took a bit considering the place was dead. My mom ordered an app and never got it. We got our food after about 20-25 minutes. She brought the app out about 10 minutes after our main food so we asked to have it boxed up since our lunch was nearly over. The food was eh. Not bad, but not that great either. It's definitely not the quality we had before. Our waitress never really talked to us, she never asked us anything. It was obvious she hates her job. We'll probably never go back. Tomos is great for Asian food and they're always nice. Also, it was NOT the young girl working. She seemed sweet and like she was doing her job for her tables.

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