Such a cool spot! The nostalgia of an old "side of the road" motel with a modern update. Such a…read morecool idea, price is reasonable, rooms are clean, staff is friendly. definitely worth the stay if you're coming down to check out Mesa Verde National Park.

Absolutely loved this place. We were on a 3 week camping road trip, and ended it in Mancos to see…read morefriends. We needed a dog friendly place and lucked out with the MVM. So many places want to charge $50-$150 extra for a pup and that's just a no go for us. We stayed in the WOOF room. It has a queen size bed, mini fridge, microwave, table, chairs, small tv, and a full bathtub with a shower. On the bench when we arrived there was a cute little basket with a dog bone, water and food bowls, and special sheets and blankets for the pup. So thoughtful! The room was super clean, and the decor is impeccable. The shower has shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, and the bathroom sink has hand soap and lotion. They also have a kettle in the room with coffee, tea, and hot chocolate, but we ended up getting coffee every morning from Red Wolf Coffee, the coffee shop attached to the motel (AMAZING). They have a hot tub, but we didn't use it because it was so hot outside when we were there. I did see them cleaning it, and other people did use it. It looks nice. We met the owners and they were super nice and helpful. We'll definitely stay again. Treat. Yo. Self. ...to a night or two at the MVM.

Superb food, service and ambiance. Appetizers a must…read more Order whatever Jenn recommends

What's this? Seafood in Colorado? Yup, and it is really, really good. Join Jasmine and Jim Tritten,…read moreand Mark Fleisher as they report on the best restaurant in southwest Colorado. It's a four-hour drive from Albuquerque and worth every minute along NM 550. We went there for the 2025 Mesa Verde Literary Festival, where all three of us made presentations. Our reward - the Boathouse on Grand. Just click on the following YouTube video link to meet the friendly owner, Jenn Stewart, and look at her creative interior, the amazing food, and impeccable service you too will find in a small town just over the border at the Gateway to Mesa Verde. We highly recommend this interesting small restaurant, and "we're comin' back." https://youtu.be/vha-1FdyUxI?si=MAr9cTNF8KEDQFXV

Every night so slow. Dj seemed fake. Customer service was probably 4/5 but I can't see past…read moreeverything else. Has a good vibe if it was busy.

Tell you what, this is my favorite spot in Telluride to see live music and have a drink. Vibe is…read moreimpeccable, bar tenders are attentive and chill. Couches, tables, bar seats, every seat option one could need! Open mic on Mondays, always a good time!

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!

Hidden beneath Taco Del Gnar, I wouldn't have found this place if we hadn't been directed to it by…read morea bartender at another local bar (they closed at 8--this place is open until 2). Such a hidden gem! We met both the owner and bartender, who were friends from Chicago. The bottled craft beer selection was diverse, and we were pleased to find a large offering of stouts, which is the perfect winter beer in my opinion. Several TVs, and they were willing to find a hockey game for my husband. Decor is nice. Maybe a little bright for a basement bar, but unlike your traditional dive bar, it was sparkling clean, so it's not like the dark was required to hide the dirt you'd rather not see. We'll definitely stop in again if we're ever in Ridgway. A nice little stop between Ouray and Telluride.

It was good service at the beginning, then went for the worst only ordered 1 drink and was told no…read moremore . But they kept serving to men only.. one in particular I mentioned to the bartender that he had been following me from bar to bar. They did nothing. Then he threatens other guests that he with kill them after they served him just wow. Very unsafe for women

Terrific new restaurant in Dolores, Colorado. Upscale and a bit pricy for the local market, this…read moreis a great fine dining option in an area without much competition in this genre. Steak Out also has a vibrant bar scene in the back of the restaurant, spilling outdoors to well planned outdoor dining and pub setup. The service is friendly and attentive. Steak Out shifts gears for lunch, offering all kinds of interesting fare for lunch. Not cheap but well worth it for what you get. Much of their menu items are both creative and genuinely delicious. Watch for unusual limits on days open. Currently, seems like they're closed Sunday and Monday and Tuesday, and then open from 11am till closing Wednesday through Saturday, which offers opportunities to drop by not only for lunch or dinner, but in between as well. Central fireplace, very comfortable seating, etc. Very pleasant vibe, welcoming locals and tourists alike. Super to have this option in Dolores, and serving the Cortez community as well. Highly recommended.

Staff was very friendly and communicated to my group of 7 that they had a private event in the next…read moreroom and there would be a longer than expected wait time. The restaurant has an upscale vibe. Not quite white cloth but a place to celebrate a special event. I ordered a Merlot and the 16oz ribeye. Everyone at the table ordered steaks: wagyu steak, New York strip, and the filet mignon. My steak was divine!!! Melt in your mouth amazing flavor. The tomato jam on top was pretty damn tasty too. Although after a while it became too much so I had to move it off to the side. The veggies were cooked perfectly and the baked potato was good. I tried the wagyu and while it was tender and good I much preferred my ribeye. Everybody else seemed to enjoy their steaks. Our only complaint was that we waited an hour and a half for our food. Our reservation was for 1830, we did not get our steaks until 2000. They did give us a complimentary soup or salad for the wait which was nice but 1.5 hours is a little much. But if I were to find myself in the area I would make a stop for this place... I'd just make sure there are no parties lol.

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.

We looked for a lunch spot via Yelp on our way home from Telluride…read more Yelp did it again. Loungin' Lizard will be our go to every time we pass through Cortez in the future. We walked in and were immediately greeted by one of the bartenders and told to sit wherever we liked. We found a nice booth off to the side of the bar area. Our server Patrick stopped by the booth and pointed us to the food menu in the chalkboard. We also had another server but I didn't catch her name. They were both very friendly and attentive. I ordered the special for the day. A green chili Rueben & fries. Wow, this sandwich was so delicious! What a creative combination of flavors. Even the slaw in the Rueben included the green chilis. The fries were hot and crispy. My husband ordered the spicy BBQ pulled pork tacos. He said the tacos were amazing and the flavors were off the charts. They were topped with a slaw and pickles. The side of "tortilla chips" had a dusting of a very flavorful spice. Not sure what it was but very tasty. Looking over the menu, this restaurant has some very creative dishes. We can't wait to stop by again! My husband ordered

Well due to food allergies I have to be careful with what I eat. So I asked for the pizza without…read moreBBQ since it was spicy. It was supposed to have roasted tomatoes as well. They were missing. Before all of this I was served the wrong pizza. It was caught after a few bites by our attentive server. They made sure our drinks were filled.

We were there late on a Tuesday evening and were sat immediately…read more Tanner, our waiter, was attentive and personable. We had the side salad with the most incredible, flavorful, garlicky croutons and we shared the lamb meatballs - they had a great combination of flavors! My husband had the Old Cowboy and I had the lemon basil martini. Both were wonderful additions to our meal.

We went to this restaurant on a work trip. So glad to have stopped here for dinner. It was a group…read moreof 6 and we were attended to very nicely. Service was great. We all got salads, each different but the farm salad was soooo delicious, I got it with their citrus vinaigrette. Pizza crust was a little cardboardy. But the mushroom pasta was delicious!!! The sauce was so good and the mushrooms were cooked perfectly. I'd recommend this place & if I ever found myself in Cortez I'd stop by again.

We have been trying to stop here for years, but our timing has always been off. We would always…read morearrive before open or after closing. This trip we finally made it! And we absolutely loved it. It is the perfect stop on our way into Durango. All the beer we had was delicious (which is very hard to come by these days), and they even had a black IPA, my favorite style. We also tried the pizza and pretzels. Both were delicious and a big hit with all our kids. The space is lovely and very welcoming, along with the staff. I am going to ensure that we have the right timing every time we come through town to make sure that we are able to make a stop here. Don't miss it! Pros: *Great beer *Delicious food *Friendly staff *Great atmosphere Cons: *Winter hours are reduced

My husband and I came here after a day at Mesa Verde National Park. It was the perfect spot as it…read morehas a laid back atmosphere and a large patio to enjoy the summer weather and mountain views. On colder days, there is also a large inside seating area with some billiard tables. There was also a really cute pollinator garden that you can walk through out front which was a sweet touch. We were greeted and helped right when we walked in. The staff was friendly and the food came out quickly. The pizza delicious! Especially the crust!