I went last night with some co-workers for the first time. I have Celiac disease and am nervous when I eat out. They did a great job making me feel safe and I have suggested them to be added to the best GF app- Gluten Dude. My food was excellent and I appreciated the chef coming out to talk to me about my safe options. On another note, my friend that said she did not like brussel sprouts shared them with my other friend and now doesn't hate brussel sprouts. I couldn't try them but they smelled fantastic. read more

Out of business which is a very good thing as the food wasn't good and the service was horrible.

They had PEI Mussels as a special and it was all I could do not to lick the bowl clean. We also had the kale salad (super tasty textured Caesar), green chili burger (delicious chilis, excellent fries), and chicken & waffles (mmm brown butter maple syrup). Everything tasted fantastic! Really appreciated the non-alcoholic options too. Will definitely keep this place in mind next time we come through Durango again. read more

Going back tonight, and next week, and planning a holiday meet-up in December. VERY nice owners and staff. Our group tried four different main courses and every one looked and tasted excellent. The menu makes you want to come back and try everything. Chef says he'll be adding seasonal specials to the popular staples like fish and chips, waffles and fries and burgers. I wish I'd taken photos but we were too busy eating. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

Let's just say you may want to we're stretchy pants if you come here to eat because it's that good. We had the Brutta they put truffle oil on it. It was so good. I probably could have eaten 10 of them, also had chicken and waffles, Chicken was cooked to perfection and seasoned to the nines, also had the pork belly southwestern sandwich with garlic mashed potatoes and live music outside could not have asked for anything more oh wait but yes, we did had the pineapple jalapeño margarita, yes that was amazing as well. Great date night plays great place to hang out with friends just great all around. I will be back. read more

This is not a filet cut of meat it's a cheap NY strip cut. They didn't include any of the sauces requested. The seasoned fries have zero taste to them and the steak tastes average at best. This is for an 80+ dollar mean with another entree and desert. So much for Durango's "best keep secret". Frankly I ought to be refunded for everything but the 20% tip because it isn't the bartender/waitress's fault my meal turned out this way. If I wasn't so damn lazy I'd take it all back and go get a meal somewhere else. read more

Public House 701 - This is "10oz Filet" and sides. About 40 bucks for what you see in the picture. - Fast Food Near Me - Durango, Colorado

If you are undecided on a place to eat, this is the place! Elected menu, upscale to (seriously) the best burger in town by 100% !! House made buns, and the burger patty itself is so flavorful! Steak, seafood, pasta, burgers, wings, and the best apps too! We think it has one of the best lounge/bar/summer patios in Durango as well!! Amazing Chef, friendly staff, and the Owners are always there and are so kind! read more

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Rated well and menu seemed good but did not live up to expectations. Chicken wings were good but the Polish Sausage was poor. The sauage itself was ok, but don't expect a great deal of flavor. The menu said "mustard cream" but I would call it creamy mustard, there was hardly any mustard flavor at all, it was way out of balance. The "sauerkraut" was the most disappointing, it was nothing more than sliced red cabbage, there was certainly no fermenting done. The spaetzle were little grease balls not the usual size. I belive the dish is part of the new fall menu, but before you order give them a month to possibly get it right. The hamburger was greasy. On the plus side the wait staff were great. read more

Loved this place and you will too. Great spot for family dinner. The salmon was delicious, as was the Mac n Cheese and everything else we tried. The patio is peaceful and lovely... as well as dog friendly. The staff are some of the nicest and warmest people in town. We just loved it here and we will be back for sure!!! read more

Ordered the Chicken and Waffles with Maple Syrup. Came out with fake maple syrup/corn syrup artificial color/flavor bs. Asked for real maple syrup. Brought out the same. Asked to see the container. "Maple syrup flavor." Not cool. False advertising. Sent it back and had it taken off the bill. I try to eat fairly healthy with minimal processed foods, minimal corn syrup and minimal artificial ingredients. I expect a menu to reflect reality. Maple Syrup is maple syrup. The real deal, made from maple trees the old fashioned way. The service was good and my wedge salad was excellent. Hopefully the owner corrects the menu to reflect reality. read more

Great burgers! And smoked buffalo chicken wings! They had live music out tonight while we were here and it drew us in like a moth to the flame. read more

Amazing restaurant. The service was excellent, the food was fantastic and employees were kind and friendly. The restaurant has a dog friendly patio. We loved everything about our experience. Highly recommend the chicken and waffles. read more

Great food. Great service. Wonderful specials! Owners are the best and are very friendly! Love this place !

We happened upon this bar on the way back to our vehicle . We had our dogs and it started raining and even though there wasn't anyone on the patio everyone was super welcoming and friendly. They took care of us and our dogs, water for both and an awesome mixed drink for me and beer for the husband. Inside was warm with lights and live music!! Sadly we didn't make happy hour which was from 4-6. read more

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4 of us had dinner at Public House 701 on 3/7/25. 3 of us had the Black Bean Burger. All of us got food poisoning. I had diarrhea. My two friends had diarrhea and stomach cramps. I suspect it was the chipolte mayo because I scraped half of it off my burger and didn't get a sick as my two friends. I sent them an email the next day explaining what happened. No response. I gave it a week, and then called (during business hours), and left a message because nobody answered the phone. Still have not heard anything from them. I'm very disappointed because we had liked going there, but won't be going again. read more

We have a second home in Durango and love the dining scene. I thought I had been to all the well known restaurants in Durango. I was looking for a place to host my son's wedding rehearsal dinner and came across The Public House which opened in July of 2023. I was surprised I hadn't heard of it so dined there with friends to check it out. It is simply AMAZING! We've been back many times since our discovery and tried many different items on the menu and have been very pleased every time. We just hosted the rehearsal dinner there on 7/5 and it was out of this world! The owner, Connie, was super flexible with our menu requests and went above and beyond to ensure our party for 73 people was a great success. The small stage was absolutely perfect for speeches and it was the perfect environment to love and celebrate the bride and groom! AND - the service was impecable all the way around! read more

The Arancini on the appetizer was the only really good thing we got. The pasta dinner was a lacking in flavor and had so many onions, I felt like it was onions with a side of pasta. The Mac n cheese appetizer was better than the pasta but we got it with brisket, which was ok, not great. But you get huge chunks and it is not very tender. Again just an ok item. However when you consider the price of the food, go somewhere else. I will say the service was good, everyone seemed very nice. The ambiance is good- a little noisy from the road but you are in a downtown area so overall good. Bottom line for my experience atmosphere good, service good, food meh, but considering price of it I would not recommend. read more

DELICIOUSNESS alert!!!! Public House 701 Restaurant in Durango has made our very short list of go-to places to eat! The food was hot, fresh, tasty and made from a chef (Chef Kayl is amazing!!!) that has pride in her craft. The smoked wings were cooked perfectly, and the fish & chips as well as the short rib tacos filled our bellies with delight! Let's not forget the drinks....great wine and the BEST cosmo I've ever had! You'd think we were stuffed by now (we were!!) but Alex, our super friendly and entertaining server, set the homemade desserts menu in front of us....couldn't resist the cheesecake!!! GREAT staff, DELICIOUS food and SUPER atmosphere for a casual night out to a big celebration. read more

After a day of visiting Durango we stopped here for Happy Hour and an early dinner. We asked to be seated outdoors and enjoyed the shaded patio. We started with Happy Hour drink specials, and the drinks were pretty good. For appetizers our friends had the Arancini and they raved about the flavor. We enjoyed the Caprese, which was refreshing on a hot day. My wife and I both had burgers (the Four Corners and also the Burrata). Both were juicy burgers with good flavor. I especially enjoyed the Chipotle aioli on my burger. The fries were nice and crispy. We were way too full for desert. Serrvice throughout the meal was friendly and accomodating. The only flaw was the musician playing on the patio had the volume up too loud, stifling conversation. But, we enjoyed the food, service and patio. read more

Located at the corner of 7th Street and East 2nd Avenue, 701 Public House is one of Durangos newer and as yet undiscovered dining gems. After a hot day touring Mesa Verde, my wife and I needed a quiet and relaxing dinner. The good food and pleasant environment we discovered at 701 was the perfect antidote to an exhausting day. Two blocks removed from the crowds of Main Street, the restaurant is a quiet oasis from the hordes of tourists. You enter through an east patio sheltered from the sweltering late afternoon sun. It was still in the mid 90's so we chose to eschew the wrought iron tables and chairs for the cooler environs of the interior dining room. Large and spacious, the dining room seats patrons at tables and half booths. Stairs lead to a balcony with additional seating and what appears to be a stage occupies the back wall. We were greeted by Connie, one of the owners who took us to one of the half booths. The space was big enough for my wife and I to share the bench seat. One nice touch is that they left a glass water decanter at our table. Definitely helps with service The menu is short and eclectic with an interesting selection of starters which immediately caught my wife's eye. She chose the Arancini starter, and the Macaroni & Cheese Side and Asparagus sides. I behaved normally and selected the Burrata Burger. The Arancini consisted of three golf ball sized fried Risotto appetizers served with pesto and marinara sauces. I've made traditional rice based Arancini and this was a delightful lightly breaded smooth and rich treat. The Gruyère in the Macaroni and Cheese shown through and the use of Orecchiette pasta was an interesting choice to present the cheese. The Asparagus was crispy but not super al dente. My wife likes raw vegetables but she said it was prepared perfectly. They did not ask how I wanted my burger prepared (I prefer medium if the facility grinds its own steak) but it came out medium well. It was juicy; I don't know what their blend is but it held up well. Served on a ciabatta bun (I'm a member of ban the hamburger bun movement tired of watching my buns disintegrate) with garlic aioli and basil reduction (a welcome change from the usual condiments) it was delicious. The burger was served with a side of double fried fries with crunchy exteriors and soft interior. They were well seasoned meaning: NOT. TOO. SALTY. The owners suggested a Rose they had just received from a Colorado based vintner. My wife, who has experienced some bad Rose, pronounced if one of the best she has tasted. Not too sweet with the right amount of acidity for her palate. I had iced tea and in perhaps the only negative of the night found it to be quite weak. In all the service was outstanding with our server Margaret being attentive and friendly. The owners, Connie and Dave, also made an effort to insure our satisfaction and spent a good deal of time discussing wines with my wife. The restaurant was not very busy so I am not so naive to believe we would receive the same amount of attention had it been busier. But we were made to feel welcome and thoroughly enjoyed the food and attention to detail. I'm p my o read more

Best kept secret one block off of main street. Incredible bar and drinks with a fabulous atmosphere. Had my infused vodka that hardly anyone in town carries in stock. Can't wait to try the food! Friendly people and exceptional service with a smile. read more

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We enjoyed such a nice meal at Public House. The food was some of the best I've found in Durango! Our server was nice and attentive and our food came promptly. We had the arancini balls which were so well made... a perfect crunch on the outside and creamy decadence on the inside. My husband had the fish and chips and the fish was perfectly done and flakey. I had the burrata burger, unique and great flavor. I really enjoyed it! Their fries and sweet potato fries were also on point. Give it a try! read more

You need to start with the Arancini for sure. Some of the best we've had and the pesto was a perfect complement to it. I had the Blue Elk Burger and it was quite good as was my wife's Salmon. We'd definitely return again and recommend it to others. read more

Best restaurant in Durango! Amazing food, craft cocktails, a comfortable, shaded, spacious dog-friendly patio, and the overall great vibe made this our go to hangout place this summer. The house made pesto is the best I've ever had, and the baratta burger is not to be missed. Truffle fries and chocolate mousse were also highlights. The owner, Connie, is always around to add a friendly, personal touch. read more

We went to dinner last night . WONDERFUL !!!!!! Staff AWESOME ! Food fabulous. Fish and chips the best read more

Food was good, love the atmosphere, and despite being busy our waiter checked in on us often. My partner ordered the chicken and waffles and I got the chicken sandwich with asparagus. Highly recommend. read more

Server was good. She was aware of tables however did not have full knowledge of items on menu. Food was below average. Lettuce on burger had turned but the kitchen staff still apparently deemed it appropriate to serve. Tomatoes were definitely turned. Everything was just blah. read more

First time here, and we really enjoyed our dinner. Pesto Bucatini was total comfort food and the added salmon was delicious. The burrata burger was cooked perfectly (medium) and the fries were also excellent. Very nice atmosphere, and our server was very friendly and attentive. Also enjoyed a couple of cocktails - Cosmopolitan and Old Fashioned. We will definitely return. read more

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Limited hours, closed some days, other days closed for private events, etc. The food looks so good but this place is never open

My husband and I often come here. We are local residents of Durango. A while back we met the owner Connie. Later as we kept coming back we met her husband David. He is from out of state but Connie is from my home town Farmington New Mexico. Our experience every time we come here is delightful. The bar staff are unique and the cocktails are as well. They have a solid menu. The chef is a friend of ours so we know it will be epic each time we dine. But more than that is the hospitality. I don't feel ignored when I walk in. And the atmosphere is beautiful. Thanks David and Connie for taking a not so great spot (Fur Trappers) and creating a lovely experience! We are lucky to have this spot. They also have a gorgeous patio and dining spots. My favorite is the velvet couches which offers a great view! read more

Great food and service for Dinner Tuesday. I didn't think you could elevate wings that hi until I had the pre-smoke honey lavender wings. We also split a savory short rib and polenta with a fresh and crispy salad. all delish. super nice servers! read more

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Amazing food, amazing service! Will be back! Very nice family owned business with owners that take pride in their restaurant.

Excellent food! The service was great also!! We stopped in for dinner and we're so happy that we did! read more

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Exceptional place to dine. Very lovely spot for dinner. The grilled salmon, steak, chicken & waffles and wings were really great. Beautiful restaurant with amazing service. Public House 701 is phenomenal. read more

Eat here. Seriously...the food was fantastic! The drinks were delicious. Omg I wish I lived near this place because based on what I had tonight, I want to try the entire menu. My husband had the chokecherry glazed salmon and I had the filet which was served skillet style with diced potatoes and butternut squash and omg it was all so delicious. The burrata we had as an appetizer was pretty damn good too. Truffle honey drizzled with crostinis and tomatoes. Seriously...eat here. read more

First time here and probably last. The food was mediocre. We had the Burrata appetizer with the balsamic reduction, very little balsamic, and some wilted greens for decoration that could have been left off. We also had the mussles in a sauce that would be better if it was a bit more hearty. This was just too watery. On the plus side, there were a ton of mussles. We were told about the menu and some popular choices but then found out we had to wait because it was happy hour and they don't serve dinner during happy hour ?? I feel like they may want to change this in the future as they are only open from 4-10. For dinner, we ordered the chicken and waffles and the Korean short rib tacos. Chicken and waffles were ok. The waffles were pretty bland. The tacos were pretty hearty, which is nice, but they were nothing to write home about. Also had a side of Mac n cheese that was meh. We paid $80+ all and all it wasn't horrible, but if I'm gonna spend that kind of money for dinner, there are many other places I would choose in Durango. read more

Despite being locals for 14 years, this was our first visit since Mutu days. My portobello burger was above average, but my wife's pasta was really really salty... inedible. While the server took it off the bill, we only got tacit apologies. Won't be back. read more

Of the four meals we ordered, two of which were cheeseburgers, both were overcooked (requested rare and medium rare and got medium for both).We ordered a side of bread and it was stale. I ordered a spicy pineapple margarita and it was watery and tasted awful. I told the server about my drink and he said he would talk to the manager/owner? She later came over and we told her about the burgers and the margarita. She did say they could make another burger but it seemed like too much trouble as it was late and we had an early morning train excursion. She didn't do anything about the drink. So bottom line. I paid for a $12 drink which was undrinkable, bread that cost $3 and was stale so we didn't eat it, and we didn't even get an apology. On the plus side, our server was excellent. read more

Solid food. Great service. Chicken and Waffles was superb. Need to get menu a little bigger before it is 5 stars. Will go again soon.

Great food , drinks and atmosphere . Dave and Connie were outstanding, I will definitely come back next time in town...Elk and Salmon were tasty.. read more