Oscar&#x27;s Cafe

(41 reviews)

0.2 mi

Soooo good! Bread is a must go when in Durango. Locals love it!…read more What you need to know when visiting the area is there are two locations which are kind of the same but different. There is a location on eighth street, downtown durango which has indoor and outdoor seating with a more varied menu (deli/bakery). The location on the north side of town only has outdoor seating, bench and picnic table. They both have fabulous bread, pastries and coffee. The north side location is (bread/bakery) more grab and go. They have sandwiches already wrapped which is great when hiking and biking in the area. Quick and delicious.

GF update Two GF cookies in shard spaces fyi if you're…read moreceliac or looking for other options as of Aug 2026 not here. Friendly staff, gave us options for perhaps more GF celiac options. tasty Non GF pecan honey scone. Coffee was rich and flavorful. In summer, Outdoor seating is pretty cooking o na warm day after 930. No shade.

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(16 reviews)

0.9 mi

This food truck is in the back of the brewery. The wings and salad blew me away! WOW…read more They recommended adding tofu to the salad for some protein. Bomb The homemade hot wing sauce was the best I've ever had. Even beat out blue dog's wings in Tahoe. No regrets.

Food was ok and served the purpose of soaking up the beer we were drinking. Cheese curds were all…read morecurd but not enough cheese. Basically just a bunch of fried pieces. Don't get me wrong. Still tasty enough but not really what I like cheese curds to taste like. Fries were kind of like McDonalds fries but a little more limp. Again, paired with enough beer and they served the purpose. We've had better food truck appetizers though.

Hallway behind Anarchy Brewery that leads to the Chalkboard food truck out back

Beef and cheddar and cheese curds

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Inside the bar

RGP's Flame Grilled Wraps

Great food - great value - recommend to order online. Reuben wrap was awesome. Busy place at…read morelunchtime - be prepared.

No points for ambience, it's a small shop in a mall. And no points for speed, an order took 45…read moreminutes when we were there at lunch time. That said, is still five stars for the food. The grilled wraps are wonderfully chewy and crispy. The ingredients all tasted fresh. I couldn't finish mine, and that does really say something. Bonus points, the food was ready to the minute of what they said. This made exploring downtown an expensive but excellent way to kill time while waiting.

Superman Wrap

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Chicken Caesar Wrap

Tom’s Deli

4.5

(65 reviews)

0.6 mi

Such a great local sub shop. Fresh homemade bread is always used! I got the Middlecut. It's kinda…read morelike a cheesesteak or a French dip without the dip. Very good. They also have vegetarian options that looked delicious.

Awesome service, fresh great sandwiches. I wish we had a place like this in my area.read more

Hot Italian on sourdough with fries

Open air garage door

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Indoor table

2nd Deli & Spirits

Definitely the go-to spot for sandwiches! I came here while visiting Durango and was craving a…read moresandwich and ended up finding 2nd Deli. I ordered a ham, cheese, lettuce and mayo sandwich since I was sharing with my little sister. It was everything I wanted in that moment. They not only have a ton of different sandwiches on their menu, but they also have a full bar. A great spot to grab sandwiches and drinks while in Durango!

The most extraordinary turkey sandwich I can recall partaking in. I can't believe that I'm in a…read moresmall Colorado town, where often, mediocre food is the rule, and burgers are typically the only item most restaurants are capable of mustering. This sandwich is truly epic. The wheat bread is from a local bakery. Instead of it being toasted in a perfunctory, afterthought manner, it is thoroughly toasted right at the point of the wheat kernels cracking, engendering the goodness only wheat can provide. The bacon is properly cooked, with no hint of undercooked slime present. The green chili tastes as though it was brought here this morning from Hatch, with the whole of the ingredients being uniquely fresh. Finally, the sriracha mayo sauce provides just the right presence of spice, uniquely accenting the green chili. Turkey itself is great, but I confess, is so overshadowed by the excellence present throughout the sandwich, that it hardly occupies the center stage. On another note, a definite problem here is that the water glass conveying a distinct taste of soap residue. It's bad. This happened the last time that I was here, as well. I did tell the owner about this today. Pricing is just right and seating can be awkward at times. I look forward to returning.

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The loaded Goat

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Side Street

5.0

(4 reviews)

0.2 mi

My favorite lunch place in town!! They have high quality, delicious sandwiches as well as wines,…read morekombuchas, unique beers and take home market items. Every single sandwich is delicious - you won't be disappointed.

OMG, best sandwich ever. I ordered the Free Bird which was Turkey, Brie & a most delicious Apple…read moreSlaw. It was fresh, tender, & so tasty. Can't wait to go back & try one of their other delicious sounding sandwiches. This place is definitely on the top of my list!

El Moro Spirits & Tavern

Personable and knowledgeable staff. We reserved a table for…read more2 at 6 on a Saturday and were seated at a nice table right up front by the window. The beer and wine menus are really large and have a great variety. We had the burger and Cubano which both were great.

Outstanding food for very reasonable prices!! The Pork Sugo and Risi e Bisi with mushrooms were…read moredelicious!! Worthy Upscale versions! Some of the best cocktails in town. Wine was served a bit warmer than I'm used to, but had a very good selection. Service was great. Tables distribution was spacious, unlike other crowded spaces in town. Loved everything about it.

El Moro Burger* Pasta & Prawns, and the New York Strip*

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Front façade

Steamworks Brewing Company

I don't know if it can be seen from the photo or not how colossally burnt and hard the chicken…read morefried steak was. To her credit, our kind waitress had the kitchen quickly make me a new one, but honestly it was still borderline inedible. This time, due to the salt. Not only was the meat heavily salted, but the breading was overly salted as well. I couldn't even taste the meat or the breading (or even the potatoes) because it wasn't a giant plate of salt. I ate all the broccolini, a few bites of potatoes, and a few bites of steak. I hate that all restaurants, because of patrons and their salt-conditioned palates, serve the most sodium-laden monstrosities possible. I didn't feel good eating it, I didn't want to eat more than a few bites, and I left the restaurant full of regret for the bites I did take. On the plus side, the beer is exceptionally tasty, and my kids both enjoyed their meals. We are leaving tomorrow and so we won't be back, but I wouldn't be back otherwise as well.

Went to watch the final FIFA World Cup game. We had 13 and they were great to hold a table for us…read more It's a pretty big restaurant with a great beer selection, along with mixed drinks and wine. They also had tons of TVs which was great. Food- 4 stars Service- 5 stars Ambience- 4 1/2 stars Our server (I think Isaac?) was fantastic. He was super busy but always took care of us. We all ordered drinks and some food items. The spinach/artichoke dip was a bit heavy and overcooked. You def could not dip your chips in it. I got the poblano chx fried steak. It was good but also a bit overcooked. Some folks got burgers and pizza and they all said it was fine. Go for the service and drinks!! Fun atmosphere. Sorry- it was too crazy trying to get pics.

Main bar

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Loved the mug

Cream Bean Berry

Local small batch ice cream and sorbet So many delicious…read moreflavors to choose from They have gluten free cones Friendly helpful service Very conscious of the environment. They have a program in place if you bring your own reusable cup, straw or spoon they offer a discount. Incredible!! Typical decoration for an ice cream shop. Plenty of outdoor seating

Tried the honey lavender ice cream and a mango flavor, absolutely delicious and refreshing for the…read morehot day. Often busy but very quick and helpful staff, good pricing for amazing ice cream. The place was very clean and organized but a bit cramped, but no worries, the service was quick and easy!

Pumpkin Spice, Pear Sorbet, Mixed Berry Crisp, Strawberry Balsamic

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Interior

Grassburger

Pretty much an outstanding food experience. Loved the burger - just as I wanted after a long day…read morein Silverton. Tasted good! Service was amazing - great crew -- all seemed happy and they all had smiles. Great job to all. The location was great. Outdoor seating was the best. Clean and inviting. Overall - would most definitely return for another great burger.

Wow! Stopped as we were driving through Durango. My burger bowl was fabulous! Delicious and…read morehealthy. Service was friendly and very quick. Best meal of my trip.

Bacon cheeseburger

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Carver Brewing Co.

We were wandering around downtown Durango late Tuesday morning looking for lunch and quickly…read morerealized many places are closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the mid-April off-season. Thankfully, we came across Carver Brewing Co. and were happy to see it open. They offer a great variety of local beers, including options to take some to go. We tried the Double IPA and the Hazy--both were delicious. They also have wine and mimosas available if beer isn't your thing. Bo (or Beau) was our bartender and truly made the experience. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and had a genuine smile the entire time. His energy was infectious and really brightened the atmosphere. Definitely a must-stop when passing through Durango.

A nice spot to hang out and grab a beverage and some food. The back patio beer garden area is cute…read more There are a couple of outdoor tables in front of the restaurant as well, but they're adjacent to the street so I think the back patio has a nicer ambiance. The inside is a typical pub environment, with booths and tables and some TV's mounted around the bar areas. Our server was great. Food was okay. The "smashburger" just seemed like a regular burger, and it was pretty well done. The fries were good. I would say typical bar food, nothing special.

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Pretzel

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Taco Libre

Went here on 6/8/26. First time here. Came for lunch. Ordered burritos for the kids and adults…read more Great theme. A lot of seating. Patio in front and back. Staff was very friendly. Food was good.

Wow wow wow!!! We went here at least four times in our week and a half stay in Durango. Street…read moretacos, volcano, and sope were delicious! Never thought of a sopailla built like a tostada! We loved it and the Bloody Mary was fantastic too!

Quesabirria Street Taco Pozole

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Menu 3/2026

Akami Poke & Ramen

Do yourself a favor and don't let this place fool you. Tucked away in the side parking lot of…read moreAlbertsons, Akami is a tiny, unassuming spot serving some of the best Japanese food we've had--and quite possibly the best poke bowl I've ever eaten. Been meaning to come here for a while and so glad we finally did. We ordered the "I Love Mango" poke bowl, Tonkotsu Ramen, gyoza, and sushi, and every single dish was outstanding. There wasn't a bite left on the table. The poke was incredibly fresh and flavorful, the ramen was rich and comforting, the gyoza were perfectly cooked, and the sushi was excellent. What really made the experience even better was the staff. Everyone was genuinely warm, welcoming, and happy to help, creating a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Durango has a hidden gem, and Akami deserves every bit of the praise. We'll absolutely be back.

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.

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Nini's Taqueria

Restaurant was clean. Staff was friendly and most importantly food was excellent !! I had the small…read morebarbacoa burrito and my wife the carnita tacos. Generous portions and so flavorful. Would definitely recommend.

My buddy named his dog after this place after living in Durango for a while. Amazing food, amazing…read moredog.

Burrito bowl with Barbacoa

Ninis

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Outside

College Cafe

Did takeout one day and then went to the restaurant the next day…read more The service is great. So warm and friendly. It's a cute spot and not very big. When we ordered takeout, we got the chx fried steak, an omelet, biscuits and gravy and some fresh fruit. All of it was good. When we went into the restaurant, we ordered a BLAT (bacon, lettuce, avocado, tomato), biscuits and gravy and a scramble. Everyone was happy with their choices! Good portions and tasty food. Check them out!

The food was ok, but the hostess and the wait staff acted as though we were a burden. I asked if…read morethey had any ranch to go with my buffalo chicken wrap. It felt like I just asked for ketchup to add to my tomahawk filet.... Apparently, the big selling point with this wrap was that the buffalo sauce was fresh made and the only ranch they had was not fresh made / out of a bottle (because it was not very tasty). They gave me a ridiculously small amount. My daughter asked for sweet iced tea and the waitress didn't just say they didn't have it, there wasn't even an option in her head that she could just get the iced tea and use the sugar available on every table. All this to say, food was good for the most part (not wonderful), but the service felt like we were an inconvenience.

Chorizo scramble with Diced Green Chilies, Homefries and tortillas (flour). 8.30.2025

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Famburger

This looked like a great local spot so we had to try it out…read more Really good smash burgers and their onion rings were crispy and oh so good. We got the box-o-burgers. I had 2 and my husband ate the other 4. Not too greasy but just enough to give it flavor! It is outdoor seating and it was a bit warm but it wasn't unbearable. I would def come back!

During my 7 day stay I literally had FamBurger at least 5 times, I didn't have the honor trying the…read morewhole menu as I was stuck on 2 main burgers The LTP The Bacon Burger I attempted trying the chili fry's and hot dog one day not my favorite.. curiosity killed the cat on this one but that's okay they're a burger spot. For $24 me and my wife were able to get 2 burgers a side and a cold beer super affordable super tasty!! The service was excellent. The ambience is burger shack vibes!

Old school indy burger joint.

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Menu 3/2026

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Sheryl E.

14 years ago

My 17 year old son is a train efficionado and I can tell he secretly loves going to Oscars because of the atmosphere that takes you about 30 or 40 years into another era. He is a real history buff and loves striking up a conversation with one of the owners about train modeling amongst the laughs and good food coming out of the kitchen. We go here to relax, to just have an icecream sundae, to share a huge slice of home made pie packed with flavor or to buy a bottomless cup of good coffee with a good greasy spoon breakfast. Yeah, there's the fruit and healthy options here, but I can't help but splurging at Oscars. read more

Chelsey C.

4 years ago

THIS! IS! THE! PLACE!! I absolutely love Oscar's cafe. The atmosphere of the little diner in a small mountain town. Serving up fresh hot coffee and some outstanding breakfast! From your hearty eggs, bacon, sausage, smothered in verde sauce(don't be shy), to the AMAZING FRENCH TOAST! Oh save some room for pie or a cinnamon roll!!! I love this place! The owners are great and the team is just as good! Always greeted with a smile, and leave with a bigger one. When your in Durango, go eat breakfast here! Go early, there is never an empty seat! read more

Craig K.

Elite 21

131

2 years ago

Literally sitting in a seat essentially in the bathroom, with people squeezing by us for the restroom that is right behind me.. requested a different seat and denied, and offers the bar, but wanted to converse with my dad. - food is okay but overrated. Service seems overwhelmed and also seemed to forget about us on the bathroom seats.. seems very popular though .. trying to figure out why read more

Rachel M.

3 years ago

Ordered grilled ham and cheese. Instead I got a ham and cheese cold cut. The cheese wasn't nearly melted, the "toast" was barely toasted. For my 2nd time coming here was a disappointment. Checking in with yelp didn't help, the love updates weren't accurate. We waited 20 minutes before having to come in and ask if a table was ready. read more

Collene F.

5 years ago

The service here was terrible. No one greeted us when we walked in, 3 different waitresses walked past us before telling us to sign into their iPad to our ourselves on the wait list Our waitress was inattentive and seemed irritated with us read more

Devon H.

1 year ago

We stopped at this diner after visiting some friends and it was absolutely incredible! The food was delicious, the service was prompt and everyone was so kind. Definitely make sure you stop by if you are in the area, a great hidden gem! read more

Anita M.

11 years ago

If you like this old style cafe food and ambiance or the lack thereof...you'll enjoy it. Convenience while in that nightmarish shopping center is, in my opinion, why they are so busy. They are really nice folks though! read more

Tom M.

1 year ago

Food is tasty and portion is big....................................................................................................................... Service was average but busy read more

Ronnie G.

11 years ago

Great food, great service and great ambiance! Haven't had lunch yet, but the breakfast is simply amazing. Generous portions on plates that will cover up the table!! read more

Betsy L.

5 years ago

Awesome food and service always! Locally owned and operated! A Durango favorite. We highly recommend this restaurant to everyone looking for a great place to eat. read more

Chris G.

4 years ago

Great food and staff. Great food and staff. Great food and staff. Great food and staff. Great food and staff. Great food and staff. Great food and staff. read more

Mike J.

4 years ago

Place gets super busy with tourists. I think it is probably the location and just being known for breakfast. The food isn't over the moon but decent. read more

Scotty T.

6 years ago

A true cafe feel. I love this place. The service is always on point. The food is always cooked to perfection. My son and I love having breakfast here read more

Kory S.

4 years ago

Oscars offers a great,down home breakfast in an old skool diner feel. Just be prepared to wait as there are always more hungry mouths than seats! read more

Layne G.

6 years ago

I am very disappointed. They didn't take american express. People r very judgmental. shitty shitty shitty eggs. the bathroom is small.

Gah P.

Elite 24

208

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628

5 years ago

Small restaurant. Busy. Had to wait 15-20 minutes to be seated. Food was good. Plentiful too. Definitely a restaurant to stop and eat.

Lacey B.

8 years ago

Food was fantastic. Atmosphere and decor was very fun. Immediate service. And the breakfast was amazing. Best food we had in Durango!

Jeremy H.

10 years ago

By far my favorite family eating spot. We all love it. From eggs to burgers it's always delicious and they work so hard! Love it.

Kory S.

1 year ago

Great Food in a traditional (if small) diner style. Awesome green chile and the breakfast burrito is huge and best in town.

Kurt R.

11 years ago

Great food and great service. The coffee is really some of the best we have had. Everything is fresh and very tasty.

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