We love the food here! It is not a place to have a quick meal however. The kitchen is small so food comes out as they get it cooked & they recommend share plates with entrees arriving about 45-60 mins later. My husband loves it! I like a little more freedom of choice with my dining experience (maybe it was just our waiter) so I would probably opt for some of my other favorite Telluride / Mountain Village places first. read more

The clampy snacks were delicious and abundant, but simply not enough gluten balls to dip in the sauce. The drinks are one of a kind and quite inventive. Jonny is quite the honey ;) I bet he has a super hot bicycle that no one else in telluride has. #(Insert Green bike emoji) read more

They were insane busy (come to find out later they had lost a crew member out of nowhere for a couple of hours). Will and Mike? (Or whatever the other young, newer guy there's name was) did an awesome job. They were running food, explaining the menu and bartending for a full crowd of at least 30. They missed a couple of items on our order but it worked out because we over ordered any ways. The food was sublime and the drinks were very strong. My date wasn't a fan of their Diablo and I didn't care for the Pina Verde, but we both enjoyed each other's orders. I also ordered a grapefruit martini and it was very refreshing - highly recommend. My only negative was they need to write out their menu somewhere (if not on the menu itself). The two guys were running around like crazy and didn't have time to explain/re-explain/answer questions because it was so busy. So the menu and ordering took a little guess work on our part but it was worth it. read more

I have tried to grab a drink @ There after work, twice. Both times were shortly after 10pm. The first time, last year, I walked in, and a young man sweeping the floor greeted me with "No no no no no" as he ushered me out the door. Through the series of "No's" I tried explaining I just wanted a beer. To no avail, I was rushed out the door. The second time, during Bluegrass weekend, a friend and I tried to enter at about 10:30. The restaurant was fairly full at this time. Again, we were greeted at the door with "No". Not a "Hello" or a "Sorry", just "No". As an F&B professional, I can safely say that this is no way to run a business. And I, for one, will never go "There" again. read more

Horrible service. After waiting fifteen minutes AT THE BAR for a proper beer (at 5 on a Monday) with my whiskey I finally get one after eating three apps, er, small bites, but with an insult from the barkeep that I wasn't paying attention. Now I am being ignored by the other server who wearing a vulgar t shirt and stupid hair. Food is very tasty, though. I hope I get more. I'm hungry. Maybe this is a secret club of trust find kids I stumbled into. They can cook, so that's a start. Just to add, food very very good. People should pay their dues working in restaraunts before starting one. read more

Fred Astaire Ain't There By The Rue Saturday night popped into There, Went with my friend who isn't square, Steve Buschemi is in Con Air, My Jeep came with a full size spare, Rarely do I put on underwear, The ambience here doesn't compare, In my food there wasn't a hair, Before I eat I always say prayer, My friend got a martini on a dare, Tasted great, didn't see Rick Flair, North America is home to the black bear, The grilled cheese didn't leave me in dispair, The bathroom sink is awesome I declair, Wash your hand after peeing but beware, When the girls come in try not to stare, The Tinga Cuban you shouldn't share, It's so good it will make you swear, I never put my kids in day care, If I was forced to drink cider, it'd be pear, Diamonds aren't really all that rare, Grab a bar stool or sit in a chair, That chick on The Facts of Life was named Blair, Galloping Goose doesn't charge bus fare, The prices are decent, I was unaware, Of the variety of drinks so I did prepare, To try them all, fall down the stair, The cougar just stepped into my snare, I'll have to take her to my lair, With me I'm sure she'll have an affair, The Fresh Prince lives in Bel Aire, Off the windows the sun will glare, On the playground play foursquare, To eat here you don't have to be a billionaire, So when you're in town, get into THERE! 30K Millionaire!! read more

My husband and I are visiting from out of town. We have tried all of the top rated restaurants in Telluride. The first 30 min we were there was great. The bartender with the beard and beanie was awesome. Super helpful and nice. The drinks are super pricey but very strong. The food was really pricey and totally not worth the money. We racked up over 100 on our bill for the two of us. The problem accured when I went to the restroom. My husband ordered a beer from the other bartender dark hair, young, maybe part Asian? He poured the beer and left it sitting on the counter. A few minutes had passed and he asked if that was his beer. The bartender totally copped attitude and told him he was not the only one he had to worry about. Seriously? If you are going to pour a beer serve it! Do not let it sit and get warm and then to get attitude because he asked for it? Soooo I will not come back or reccomend there. Stay far far away from there. read more

This place is meh for dinner. The popcorn and brussels sprouts were good but dinner was nothing special. The atmosphere is cute. Location is small. Drinks were good and I imagine that this place is really good for late night drinks with friends. If I'm ever back in telluride, I might drop by for some mules. read more

Over priced, over crowded, and bland. Service left a lot to be desired. There are way better options in Telluride.

This is a nice, small place (must make reservations). They serve tapas style food with some fusion flavors, and also have some bigger, shareable plates on the menu. The service is casual, but friendly enough. Overall, great atmosphere for the casual evening out. read more

We made a reservation over email. Called the day of to hear our reservation was nowhere to be found and that the restaurant was closed anyway for a private event. So, there Is either totally disorganized or in the business of selling tables to the highest bidder. read more

I can't help but be extremely impressed and excited about There. It started with the Community Table- which quickly filled up with some of the coolest, most friendly folks in all of Telluride. We enjoyed the grapefruit martinis and wonderful service. The staff rocks- they're interesting, fun to watch and definitely passionate about their business. We spent almost 2 hours at the community table, people came and went, but there were 8 of us who became instant friends over a couple of cocktails and the popcorn! After a couple of hours we moved to the bar to eat dinner. The pork buns are delicious and the brussel sprouts are a don't miss! we also enjoyed the shot-ski, which I had not done since college, but it's such a fun atmosphere you don't want to miss out! We had excellent service, wonderful food and overall the experience is one not to be missed. We will be back, and this definitely solidifies my love for Telluride- the people, interesting food, and best service! THANK YOU THERE! read more

Excellent food and drinks. The bartender is a real character and fun to chat with. If you go order a side of the Brussel sprouts. You won't be disappointed. read more

Awesome restaurant in the middle of Telluride. Jerry, Johnny and Brian were all awesome! Creative drink menu, but be careful of that altitude! Popcorn while you wait. Lovely fresh food. Small, great atmosphere. Reservations recommended. read more

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The food and drinks were good, but the seating for most tables is a bit uncomfortable. We did have a reservation and we were hoping we would get one of the better, more comfortable, tables by the window. But they were taken and our reservation didn't seem to get us any preferential seating. Still a good place, you just might prefer standing to sitting. read more

Wow! The best oysters and wagyu beef in Colorado! I've eaten every from Denver to Aspen to Grand Junction. The best place I've been. You have to get a reservation but if your lucky enough during off season you'll sneak a spot at the bar. Knowledgeable staff, excellent bar tenders! Very unique! Love it. read more

Quite an incredible surprise and an experience to match. Towed in by son and friend, we had no idea what we were in for. The staff knocked us back a step with a very unique welcome and approach. Immediate smiles around that never dropped. Unfortunately we had just come from dinner, so no bites. But the drinks and experience hooked us and we loved every minute. This is a not to be missed Telluride destination. read more

Very disappointing. Have had such great food experiences in Telluride from 221 South Oak (excellent fine dining) to Cocina de Luz (super casual home-cooked healthy Mexican). "There" simply misses any mark on so many levels. The bartenders and servers adopt an unfriendly attitude uncommon in this town. Then the food - we ordered the Brussel Sprouts - tasty but way overly salted. The Shisitos - limp and undercooked - The shiitake buns - good idea but they missed what these can be. Pretty uninspired - just some sautéed shiitakes covered with hoisin sauce. Same goes for the pork buns - not much happening in the kitchen with these either except a heavy hand with the hoisin sauce again. Souvlaki made with seitan - Nice idea but dry and rather tasteless. Luckily there was a bit of sauce to give them a bit of taste. Avocado tempura - this never arrived and no concern from the sTaff that these seem to have been forgotten. Drinks - ordered a Saketini - it was watery and tasteless, had to give it back. My friend ordered the Pisco Mule - super sweet, lacked any taste a mule should have. Oh and did I mention that when we first sat down at our seats, one of our stools was too low. My husband moved to exchange it with another and was quickly reprimanded, literally snapped at by one of the bartenders. That kind of set the stage for our evening. In short, there are such great alternatives in this wonderful town, that you really do NOT need to go THERE. read more

There has a creative drink menu and food menu with down to earth service! Everything we ordered tasted like it was created from the heart -- especially the brussels sprouts and squash soup special (no butter?! how did it taste so buttery?! magic!) Can't recommend this place enough. We were here for dinner in the off off season, I'd imagine it's a trick to get in here during the busier time of year. But try! This place is not to be missed! read more

Let me preface this by saying I have been this restaurant more than a dozen times previous to my recent week in Telluride and have never had anything but a very good experience. If you pay attention to my Yelp reviews, I don't review anymore for anything less than 5 stars. If I could give a million stars, this would be the one! First and foremost is the main ingredient, the food. Always outstanding but this time I went for brunch 3 times in 10 days and it was stellar and intentional on my part. I ate the English Muffin with fried egg, Canadian bacon, and cheese. Add Sriracha and you have Heaven. The real mother fucking deal is a little known and I believe under ordered culinary stroke of genius by the head chef called the no Bacon BLT salad. I will tell you, unequivocally, that this is one of the best 5 dishes I have ever tasted in a lifetime of global food appreciation. It hits all levels of food emotion plus Umami. Vegan friendly at that. I had a 1/2 order of green chile pork and biscuits this morning and it was decadent. Here's the kicker that makes There is the very best: The service and level of friendship you receive. They care and it shows. Excellent service, drinks, food and creativity. If you're in Telluride, go to There and you will not be sorry. One of my Top 20 restaurants I've ever been too. read more

Love the food, service is good and staff is fun!! Always Come to There when we are in town!! Brussels and cauliflower are a must!!!

Excellent food, Kobe Beef Salad, Mushrooms, to name a couple. The entrees are great for sharing. Small venue (really small and funky) fun music, more of a local feel in Telluride and the prices are extremely reasonable. Make a reservation way in advance! read more

This place is delicious! Somewhat off the beaten path of the main downtown/historic strip of Telluride, so it felt a bit less touristy/commercial. All the tables were full for dinner so we stood at the 'tree table' in the back next to the kitchen. When a table for two opened up it was cleaned off immediately and we were ushered over. Great selection of beer, the cocktail with crushed blood orange was amazing and refreshing. Could have done without the mushroom bao, but the seasonal side of grilled watermelon, goat cheese and fried green tomatoes was unbelievable. Don't try to get your own popcorn from the machine, it must be served to you. read more

What nice people. What great drinks (ask Jonny for his custom Pimms cocktail). Great food. Great vibe. Make reservations. Be there. Aloha. ------ Update. Returned 6 mos later with a large group (made reservations many weeks in advance). Jonny suggested having the chef select the menus for us. It was a smart choice. We had - Brussel Sprouts - Duck Buns - Softshell Crab Buns - Crab Cerviche lettuce wraps - Crispy Chicken lettuce wraps - Eggplant Miso - Potatoes Bravas - Sweet Potato Gnocci - Ribeye Steak over Creamed Corn with Chimichurri Wow. Just wow. Can I give 6 stars here? read more

Wonderful food and friendly service. The restaurant has a really cool environment. Portions are very small so you end up ordering several items, but that's part of the experience and you get to try many different items. The special when we were there was pork spare rips and they were to die for. read more

Excellent drinks, good food and nice atmosphere. A little pricey, especially on the drinks, otherwise a 5.

Odd kind of place but Jerry the mixologist looked like a magic act in his preparations. You should be on tv Jerry! We all left pretty s***faced! read more

The worst service I have ever experienced anywhere. Rude entitled unprofessional millennial tending the bar. Uncomfortable tractor seats, cramped space. Worth waiting for a spot at Siam across the street instead. read more

I often say I should write a review - but rarely do. This time I have to, There's brunch is something you can't miss on a trip to Telluride. The staff (Ryan and Johnny? and the chef) were all friendly, attentive and professional. We started with coffee - (my wife forgives you for not having decaf, she opted for the Bloody Jerry instead, very spicy!). I take my coffee black and it was satisfying, bold, well balanced and hearty - with plenty of refills. We moved on to the Jelly Donuts, house made Brioche style donuts with house made jam, they're to die for. I then had the Pork in green chili sauce over a blue corn - cornbread with an egg, sunny side up - the flavors were amazing. My wife had the Boomers and Eggs, marinated portobello mushroom, butter grilled English muffing with two eggs sunny side up and finished with salsa verde, or as our server put it "steak and eggs for the vegetarian crowd". It to was awesome. The portobello's were marinated in a chimichurri sauce and gave them deep, rich flavor. Tomorrow's our last day in Telluride - wish they were open for Brunch on a Monday! read more

The best part about There bar for me was the atmosphere. Recommend sitting at the bar for the best service and truly talented knowledgeable bartender (don't remember name but he knows allot about south Utah wilderness protection and related literature)) The room is cozy as well as fun and interesting. The food is pretty good also. Tapas style so the bill can add up quickly, although I don't think any tourist visiting telluride is overly concerned with this aspect of the dining experience. We really enjoyed the shitake buns. Our bartender was very accommodating and made drinks exactly to our liking which was really nice. read more

"There" has the best wine by the glass list in Telluride, which is an important thing to know if you are a wine drinker visiting the town. We found that most other bars and restaurants (and we visited LOTS of them in our 5 days in Telluride) feature rather low quality wines by the glass at very high prices. The one exception is the Sheridan Chop House that offers up Rombauer Chardonnay by the glass, but at $20 per. Wow. There has a creative, reasonably priced (by Telluride standards) glass list covering a wide range of reds, pinks, whites, and bubbles. It's quite small and hard to find (best idea is to find Siam Restaurant then ask for directions - There is just across the street) but well worth seeking out. Although the wine list is great they are even more well known for their creative cocktails and proud of their mixologists. Since we're wine drinkers we didn't sample anything else but the list looked quite interesting. There also serves small plates of fusion-type cuisine but we were just there for drinks so can't comment on that. Other than the free popcorn is to die for. read more

Tasty food. Though, Smaller dishes with bigger prices. Hard to get into at times and had a hipster-ish feel/service. Great mixed drinks and decor. The open/closed hours are not set in stone. read more

Unique food and drinks! Must try the steamed buns and prawn skewers. We made reservations, and were moved around after we had already been seated. It is a small venue so I understand the need to make space, but would have appreciated a little forethought. The chef took the time to ask us if we were enjoying the meal which we noticed. The two bartenders were both great at mixing. One of the bartenders very accommodating, the other had a very "talk down to" vibe about him. All-in-all a great experience. read more

After about an hour and a half the last of our small plates arrived. It was mainly because the bartender/server started to pay attention to how fast they could turn the seats for the next reservation. Too bad the potatoes came as they were steaming but cold in the middle. The miso on the shishito peppers was good but the peppers were mushy. It was a nice touch to have a small bowl for the stems. The best small plate is always the brussel sprouts. Avoid the eggplant as it is tough skin of eggplant doused in salty miso. The kitchen is understaffed and has a tough job in the small space. The worse part of our visit was the staff. They make good drinks but have a rude attitude which did not improve during the two hours we watched them sampling the beverages. The three of them are challenged by the space but it used to be fun to go There. Now you should go elsewhere. read more

If you want to sample the coolest place to go for a drink and eats in Telluride, There is the place. Period. Visit There if you're looking for an ultra-hip and laid back atmosphere, real 'mixology' cocktails (a la the real deal-- these are the finest in mixed drinks), and some of the finest (and very unique) finger foods you've ever eaten. Owner Andrew Tyler came from Manhattan to Telluride and brought with him what I would call his own unique vision of an ultra-classy speakeasy where the room is just small enough that you pretty much carry on a conversation with anyone/everyone in the place when it's not completely packed to the gils-- and it gets packed to the gils because this place is special. There is just a bit off the beaten path of Main Street down on the quieter West End of town, and boy you will be glad that you got off of Main Street! There exists in a little neighborhood of its own on a very welcoming block, just about three blocks from the gondola. Tyler and his right-hand gal Pia take great care to bring as much creativity into the bar/restaurant as possible, and evidence of this is all around the place: in the custom fitted ceiling, light fixtures, and barstools, in the popcorn machine that churns out fresh hot and specially spiced popcorn continuously, the utterly different wall hangings, the ASPEN TREES that sprout up- INSIDE- at the back of the place with a table in their midst, the completely custom bar, the eccentric/stylish clothes worn by the staff, and in any of the number of strange objects on display behind the bar- old cowboy guns and masquerade masks... the list goes on and on. Oftentimes I feel like I'm walking into a play when I walk in There; the staff play out great antics together as they mix up drinks and bring them out, dancing around the space and calling out to each other in what sounds like a mixture of song and gibberish; they have a blast and they're something to watch, too. These people are absolute professionals in the cocktail department- I can't emphasize that enough- and they really put on a show as they prepare their drinks. From shaking and pouring to bottle tossing and drink delivery, it's very entertaining to watch, and these guys get a lot of joy out of it; it's no idle show. There has a style all th There has lots of energy and the staff appear to be electric as they go about their duties, always with brilliant smiles on their faces. It's a warm and lively place to meet friends old and new alike and the staff also have a way of relating to each other that feels like they're a family-- and you feel a part of it from the moment you walk in the door. There is a locals favorite, certainly, and you kind of feel like you're 'in on something' when you're there; it kind of feels like you're at a private party, it's so intimate, and you may wonder when others will show up to crash this fantastic scene. I had the great fortune of living next door to There during most of the first year they were open and I never could have imagined the impact the place would have on my social reality. My partner and I began frequenting There because of the great vibe that Tyler put out and because of the fantastic food and drink offerings. I shot some photography of There for Tyler and the more I got to hanging around the place and Tyler and the staff, the more fond I grew of all of them. There became my 'Cheers bar,' the place where I'd steer to on my way home after skiing or mountain biking, and the place I'd steer to on my way out for the night, or on my way home at the end of the night... Thankfully popcorn acted as a great filler so that I didn't need to be drinking every single time I walked in the door, although I spent plenty of time drinking there and making new friends! I've experienced Sunday brunch there, late night dance parties, and everything in between. There has their own Sonos (wireless integrated music) system and a fleet of Ipads that are handed around regularly to customers who'd like to dj. There's a projector that often screens old movies or ski flicks, and generally there's just a FUN atmosphere in the place all the time. The staff are top notch waitstaff and bartenders: friendly, helpful and knowledgable, and most importantly, ON THE CASE, as they often need to handle extremely busy rushes of many people and they do so flawlessly. You won't soon find another place like There. Not out in the world and certainly not in Telluride. It's a truly classy place where you can feel at home as a first time visitor, experience fine cuisine and drinks, meet a really wide range of people, and be guaranteed to enjoy yourself in a completely unique and very cool environment. Highly recommended. For parties of 8 or more it's a good idea to call ahead to reserve a table during festival times or peak winter or summer weekends. Oh yeah, and they also prepare some of the best coffee I've ever tasted! Give them a try! read more

Super yummie food, the buns are incredible, specially the one with shiitake. The staff is also very professional and super friendly. It's a really popular place so I recommend to make a reservation before heading to the restaurant! :-) read more

There is one of those places that gets high marks because it's in a mountain town. If it were in Denver, I'm betting it would range between 3-3.5 stars. The popcorn is as delicious as everyone says and we did enjoy the flash fried Brussels sprouts and our skewers. However, nothing was memorable. The exception was the Pumpkin Jam drink made with rum! It was definitely the standout. read more

There is an over the top experience. Make reservations or you won't get in. We saw that on our night there they had one standing table they used for some people that arrived with no reservations. Go early and you can get in pretty easily. The place is super small but decorated with an intent for uniqueness. Due to small space, the noise level is higher than most places. Ceiling is beautiful metal tile pieces. You will have to ask about the two items that appear on tables, like the wrapped box and the gold skeleton's head. The food is amazing wonderful, the drinks are out of this world good, and the staff is amazing with a quirkiness that makes the experience over the top. The concept around THERE is the Shareables. Highly recommend the steam buns, soft shell crab, lettuce wrap with elk, lettuce wrap with crispy chicken, Kushiyaki-Prawns and Pork Belly. The potatoes with soft egg were unusual but tasty and roasted mushrooms were very good. One person got a glass of White Wine-La Cana Albarino and raved how good it was. I loved my Pineapple/Coconut cocktail. The men got Telluride Drafts and of course were pleased. The ambiance is super unique. The chef came out with every dish and was so proud of all of his creations (as were we when we consumed them). Items that are a must to order: Brussel sprouts flash fried, Kobe beef and Greens were exceptional.. Just make sure to take advantage and try as much as you can to get the full THERE experience. Enjoyed every bit and every minute at THERE! read more

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Great service unique collection of dishes and some great beer and coctails! A pretty relaxed place a little off the beaten track (Telluride is pretty small so...). I would recommend this place although it can get crowded. read more

As a former vegetarian, this was THE BEST burger I've ever had. Seriously, incredible. Local, grass fed beef. We went for Sunday brunch so the menu was limited, and I was hesitant to pick the burger since it didn't have many toppings to cover up the meat: dijonaise, cheese, English muffin. I loved it. I've never savored a burger that much. My husband got the salmon, which was also delicious (but the burger was better). The plates are good portion sizes and feel filling but light. We talked to the owner a bit and he was very friendly, as well. Don't go through Telluride without stopping here for a bite! It's a must. read more