This place is amazing. It's a highlight of the durango area for me. consciously raised meat and veggies and so many ways to support the multi-faceted family business. The ranch is beautiful. It's a great place to bring the kids to see various animals, eat delicious food, and buy seasonal produce, flowers and meat. This is really a gem. read more

Was on a quest: Not seeking the Holy Grail but something presumably much easier to find in these parts, James Ranch grass fed beef. Alone and empty handed that morning, having unsuccessfully sought the locally sourced delicacy at two other specialized grocers, it was suggested I go straight to the source a few miles North of Durango. Levitated, it seemed*, by the bucolic serenity of the glorious grounds with it's pic-a-nic seating, trails and goats the focus of my quest came to glorious fruition as, immediately on the left, inside the small building with the "Market" signage stood a freezer case stocked with every cut of bovine imaginable. Tri -tip, filet, rib-eye, flat iron, the Sir of Loins, as well as lamb and cuts of offal like heart and kidney packed the case. Selecting the foundation for a fine mix grilled dinner I proceeded a few feet away to the check-out and engaged in light banter with the young man (from Colorado Springs) behind the counter. After handing the young man a t-shirt, selected for the Princess Niece back home, to add to my purchase I turned back towards the entrance and was struck by a familiar sight. A children's book, predominately perched among several others for sale (just inside and to the right as one enters), was immediately recognized as one illustrated by an artist from where, afar, I had traveled. The book, "All The Places To Love" was illustrated by Oklahoma Native, Mike Wimmer, Chair of the School of Visual Arts in the Petree College of Arts and Sciences at Oklahoma City University. "Hold on", I instructed the young man as I walked over to look at the book. Strolling unobstructed back to the checkout I instructed the young man that I wanted the book as well. After paying I mentioned the only other thing I needed was some child of suitable age (4-8 as suggested by the book) for whom to gift it to. Turning barely to my right and as if conjured by Merlin himself (though more likely merely having approached unnoticed) was a beautiful curly locked child being held in her father's arms also accompanied by her mother holding her younger sibling. "May I give your daughter a book?", I asked the young father. "Sure.", he replied with a grin. I informed them I was from Oklahoma and the book was illustrated by a Oklahoman whose portraits of famous Oklahomans hang in our State Capitol. Indeed (and not mentioned), an illustrator, IM(not so)HO that deserves one of his self portraits in the Capitol.** Ending this fairy tale the young mother informed me, "We're from Edmond!". Finished here, I moved along. *Turns out that from the parking lot all the way into the Market...it's....all...down...hill. ** Look closely at the figure to the left that is taking notes. Is that you Sir? http://www.arts.ok.gov/Art_at_the_Capitol/Capitol_Collection.php?c=cac&awid=72 read more

This place is incredible! Great food, and it's not a secret how it got that way: they use grass-fed beef, raw milk cheese, and greens from the ranch. If you're local, this is the place to shop. Better prices than the organic grocery stores offer, and fresh produce if you order the night before. Mmmmmm. Fun events through the summer, music and yoga and tours. Worth the drive! read more

The best place in the whole area to eat. How do I love thee? LET ME COUNT THE WAYS: 1. Beautiful setting in the Rockies. 2. Cattle raised on the same grass you are walking on, the James Ranch. 3. Milk. 4. Cheese. 5. Caramelized onions. 6. Burgers only. 7. Organic 8. Outdoor seating. 9. Owned by the James', a Kansas ranch family gone mountain high Colorado. read more

An absolutely amazing experience. I came here with my daughter and we couldn't have been more pleased. The beet salad was incredible and extremely fresh. The whole experience and vibe of this place is very refreshing. The entire time we were there, it was very peaceful and the staff was so kind. Definitely coming back soon with my whole family. read more

If you eat out once in Durango, this is the place to go. Just a few miles north of Durango, you can get an awesome burger made fresh with locally grown...really local...as in you are on the ranch!!!. Sit under the trees on picnic tables and enjoy the mountain farm while eating. The folks there were very friendly and were eager to share everything about ranch life. Love this place....first place we will go back to when returning to Durango. read more

I wish I could give James ranch more stars. I only lived in Durango for a month but I really miss this place. The owners are obviously passionate about everything they sell and it truly shows. Hats off to them. If you live within 100 miles of this place and you haven't been, go. It's worth the drive. The hamburger was hands down the best i have ever had. My mouth is watering just writing this. read more

Great food and beautiful view. If you are looking for a great place to enjoy food and be in a natural environment then try here.....

We love this place. We live in NM but love to camp in Durango. We stop and buy as much beef here as our camper's freezer will hold. Their cheese is also fantastic. I always hope we'll get there early enough for their eggs too! Sandwiches from their Harvest Grill are not to be missed. Can't wait until next week when we'll be shopping again! read more

This was one of the neatest places I've ever seen. My husband was raised in a dairy farm so he has a true appreciation for farm life. This family ranch takes ranching and farming to a whole other level! The grounds are spectacular. The staff is friendly and very informative. You can buy cheese that they actually make there from there own dairy cows. They have farm fresh eggs for sale. You can take a short self walking tour on the grounds that are open to the public to learn more how the ranch runs and how they conserve water and soil in their organic farming. We ate a hamburger, dog on a stick and the inside out grilled cheese w bacon. Also had some carrot slaw. Everything was so fresh and full of flavor. The burger was one of the best pieces of hamburger meat I've ever had! We did not add mayo, mustard, or ketchup bc it had such great flavor and was juicy. We bought some cheese to take home and I can't wait to eat it! What an exceptional place to spend some time and have lunch! read more

DON NOT MISS THIS PLACE!! We loved everything about James Ranch. The food, the atmosphere, the people, and the farm! Can't wait to return!

Excellent food to eat outside watching the cows. The steak sandwich is amazing. Need I say more?

Can't say enough about the James' and how they care for their animals, vegetables and customers. Their food is high quality and delicious. I carefully watch what I eat and I have no worries about any of their products. There meats are the finest I can find anywhere and visiting their market is always a treat. The hamburgers they serve at the restaurant are the best anywhere. read more

What a gem in the mountains off Durango! We found this place for what was supposed to be a quick bite, that turned into quite the experience. The whole concept of the outdoor seating looking at the scenic mountain side, lake and a view of the cows grazing - it's just so Durango! This while trip to Durango has never ceased to wow and amaze, and it surely didn't stop at James Ranch Grill!! read more

The Best burgers, fresh salads and the views are awesome! We always buy our year's supply of beef from them for years. They are very nice and friendly people. The Best time is the summer, Thursday nights they have music and a burger special. Also check out their store. read more

Went for the harvest festival. They had a band, goats the kiddos could pet, and chickens with some crazy plumage. I felt grateful to be on a local farm with lots of families/the Durango community. It felt very homey. They had fresh produce and a grill where they were serving up grass-fed meats. read more

Best burgers in town are available at the Harvest Grill & Greens (seriously, the BEST). But, taking home an 8-pack of James Ranch Beef is also a great idea for a summer BBQ. And, we finally took the guided tour of the ranch today (had been talking about it for a few years). This was just the best experience, learning all about the various facets of the ranch, from pigs, to chicken, to cheese, to the gardens, the trees, and of course the BEEF (our personal favorite). This is something so unique to this community, if you are a local, or just visiting, please include a visit to James Ranch. read more

Great fresh eggs, garden salads and hamburgers. The cheese on the burgers is from the cows on the property. It just doesn't get any better than this. read more