Breakfast, lunch, and dinner with our preference for breakfast. My wife especially loves their…read morepancakes and told me she has found none better since moving from Kansas. We left Kansas 28 years ago! She said the flavor is the same and has thought about the pancakes every day since! The service is also good and attentive.

OVERALL Mom & Pop's Country Kitchen in La Jara, CO, served…read moreus a wonderful homemade brunch on June 28, 2024. It was just like being at grandma's house. RATING BREAKDOWN Food: 5 | Service: 5 | Ambiance: 4 | Price: 4 PARKING Minimal parking out front. LOCATION/AMBIANCE The restaurant's front looks like a cabin with a steep roof and a balcony above the entrance. Inside, there's a relatively small dining room with a couple of rickety booths where we sat - the waitress warned us. Restrooms were available. THE GRUB + Coffee ($2.50) + Orange juice + Lemon blueberry cake ($4) + Breakfast bowl ($12) + Burrito ($14) - this sucker was huge. My daughter thoroughly enjoyed it. LITTLE YELPER'S CLUB No kids menu, but my kiddos had plenty of options. SERVICE Very amiable service from both our waitress and the owner. MY FAVORITE PART... My breakfast bowl with green Chile! NOT SO FAVORITE PART... The booth seat kept sliding around. My kids were excited to go fishing. Lol. TIPS + Call for their hours before heading there. The owner was super nice on the phone. + They will let you taste the green Chile if you are hesitant about spicier foods.

Who would have thought some of the best poutine I've had outside of Canada would be in Pagosa…read moreSprings?! We stopped here while driving through to Durango, drawn in by poutine on the menu. We were seated right away - and they were slammed! Despite this, we had a very attentive server. I ordered the poutine as my meal, and it was seriously some of the best. It was absolutely loaded with cheese curds and gravy - they didn't skimp on anything! I swear there were multiple layers of curds on top of each layer of fries. The gravy was perfect, too - not too salty and so full of flavor. My wife got the catfish basket and was happy with her choice as well - though she may have been a bit jealous of my poutine! No idea if or when I'll ever be back in Pagosa Springs, but I will definitely stop here again if I am.

We stopped here while traveling through Southwest Colorado after noticing it was one of the…read morehigher-rated restaurants in the area. The restaurant was clearly popular, with a packed parking lot and a steady line of guests waiting for tables. While the outdoor seating wait was about 30 minutes, we were pleasantly surprised to be seated indoors right away. The atmosphere is lively and energetic, though it can get quite loud during busy times. I ordered the Rio Brisket Tacos and appreciated the happy hour discount, which made them an even better value. The Chokecherry Habanero Margarita was a standout, offering just the right balance of flavor and heat. My son tried the Homesick Texas Steak Sandwich along with a homemade root beer and thought they were decent. Service was a bit inconsistent during our visit, but the staff seemed to be managing a very busy crowd. The restaurant's popularity was evident when we overheard that the wait time had grown to an hour and a half by the time we left. Overall, while the experience didn't completely meet our expectations, it's easy to see why this spot draws such a crowd. The unique drink offerings, happy hour specials, eating by the river and strong local following may make it worth a visit for travelers passing through the area.

Ryan was friendly and enthusiastic. Food was fresh and excellent. Our dogs were welcome.read more

I'm updating my review because I've been back several times since my first visit, and a few things…read morehave changed. When I first came here, the food was excellent but the service was... not. The place was busy -- maybe a dozen tables plus bar seating, and about 80% full -- but even with a busboy helping, the waiter/operator barely paid me any attention. Maybe it was the beard and the autumn work attire, maybe it was just bad timing, but I felt pretty ignored overall. I was so irritated that I only tipped fifty cents -- and that's saying something, because I always tip well. Fast forward to now: he's much better. It seems like he may have seen my original review (the 4-star one) and wasn't thrilled about it. Still, to his credit, the service has definitely improved, and the food remains phenomenal. On my return visits, I've tried the Western Omelette (pro tip: ask for it with their jalapeño cream cheese for a delicious kick!) and, for the first time ever, chicken and waffles. Both were fantastic -- and honestly, I'll probably never order chicken and waffles anywhere else again. Still, I always find myself coming back for the huevos rancheros. Funny story: I asked the owner/waiter about their huevos rancheros recipe. He told me it's been in the family for 45 years. The ingredients are surprisingly simple -- nothing fancy, not even cumin -- so either he's guarding a well-kept family secret, or his father, the cook, has simply perfected the art of turning ordinary ingredients into something extraordinary. As far as ambience, this place is just an ordinary, mountain diner. I love their floor though, and I would like to replicate it in the next cabin I build.

The food was great! We tried the stuffed chili pepper appetizer and loved it. The service was good…read moreand it had a fun vibe.

Kip's was one of the highlights of our trip to Pagosa! The fun atmosphere, friendly staff, and…read moreamazing food made it a memorable stop. The wait for a table was about 30 minutes, but we spent the time walking around the area, so it went by quickly. Once seated, we found ourselves in a tiny dining room and bar with walls covered in license plates from different states. We turned it into a fun little "I Spy" game while waiting for our food. We started with the Chips and Salsa Fresca, which was fresh and delicious. For our main meal, we ordered tacos -- the #1 El Diablo, #5 Esteban Special, and #6 Fish Tacos. The chipotle sauce on the El Diablo was phenomenal, and the grilled fish in the fish tacos was some of the tastiest I've had. The staff was fantastic as well. My daughter ordered the Chips w/ Cheese (nachos) from the kids' menu and unfortunately didn't like them at all. When we mentioned it to our server, she genuinely cared and quickly made things right by removing the item from our bill. Next time I'm in Pagosa, I'll definitely be coming back to this gem of a place.

Incredible staff (fast, fun, and courteous)! Wonderful selections; we came back multiple times…read moreduring our vacation. Try the pastries and anything that has the smothered chili. My wife preferred the green chili, I prefer getting their Christmas Chili (red chili on half, green chili on the other half). We will always come here when we are vacationing in Pagosa Springs.

Had Joni B. as a waitress and she was excellent! She took the time with my kids, who have Celiac,…read moreand allowed them to order their food. Building confidence in a restaurant ordering is a priority for my family! The food and atmosphere were amazing as well! My family was well fed and happy at the end. Thank you so much!

This place doesn't look like much from the outside but it's surprisingly nice on the inside!…read moreThere's not too many choices for food in this stretch of road (near Sand Dunes National Park) but thankfully this spot was a good option! We had a burger, a brisket salad, some fries, and a milkshake. Burger was alright, hefty size and decent flavor, but nothing that'll blow you away. Brisket salad was pretty yummy and all the veggies were very fresh and good quality! Fries were very crispy, but to the point of being overdone. That milkshake though.... Whoa. So good! Pretty sure they put an actual pie in it and blended it up. Super thick and delicious with nice chunks of fruit and pie crust mixed in! Biggest downside was that our food took 20-25ish minutes to come out, but still a nice find in a rather empty spot of this part of Colorado with a focus on local produce :)

I read good reviews, so I was excited to try this family restaurant. Unfortunately, I was very…read moredisappointed. The service was friendly but slow. The waitress was unable to answer questions about the menu. Flies were annoying. I ordered the steak and half of it was fat. When I complained, they took 5% off the ticket. I will not be back.

Very best breakfast in Alamosa. Always great food and excellent service. Definitely go to the…read morecampus if you are looking for breakfast!

Have eaten here before and it was great. That and the service was all that kept this at two stars…read more Food was just plain bad, omlettes were made with about an egg and a half and were cold. Hash browns portion would fit in the palm of my hand. The worst was the toast. Old a stale. Hit the plate with it and suddenly realized I could brake the plate with the toast. Really!!!

The Elk tenderloin was possibly the best steak of my life! This place is a hidden gem!!read more

Nice restaurant in Pagosa Springs with tasty bites and great service. We sat outside and even saw a…read morefamily of deer crossing the road.

AI recommended this brewery as a great stop for food and beer during our trip through southwest…read moreColorado. When we arrived, however, the aroma of a barbecue restaurant across the street convinced us to eat there instead, so we stopped in here for drinks only. I ordered a flight of six craft beverages , and all were above average. My favorite was the blackberry cider, which stood out for its excellent flavor and balance. I also appreciated that the beers were locally crafted and that the brewery offered a seasonal selection of specialty brews. We arrived right when they opened at 11:00 a.m., so the atmosphere was quiet and uncrowded. While the service was adequate, it lacked enthusiasm and did not leave a lasting impression. On a positive note, both the taproom and restrooms were clean and well maintained. Overall, I enjoyed my visit and would recommend this brewery as a pleasant stop for a locally crafted drink. Fun fact: Alamosa, located in Colorado's San Luis Valley, is known for experiencing some of the coldest nighttime temperatures in the state due to it's location in the valley and unique geography.

Chicken a little over done if it wasn't for that This would have been a good chicken burger…read more I'll eat elsewhere in town if I drive by. They just gave me an excuse. Chicken is cooked over charcoal