7 Best Restaurants in Durango, CO (Breweries, Tacos, Sushi)

Apr 25

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While most know Durango for its beautiful mountains, iconic steam train, and quaint downtown, don’t sleep on the incredible food scene here.

The restaurants in Durango, CO are very diverse in flavors and the best ones, as we’ve listed below, actually source most of their food locally.

From downtown breweries, charming coffee shops, and some of the best slice pizza you’ve ever had, this remote mountain town is going to blow you away with its incredible eateries. Don’t forget, you’re still in a small town, which means don’t expect fast customer service, so just relax, enjoy the crisp mountain air and laid-back local atmosphere!

Best Durango Restaurants

1) Breakfast at Hermosa Coffee Cafe

Location: 738 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301
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2) HomeSlice Pizza Durango

Location: 2957 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301
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3) Steamworks Brewing Company

Location: 801 East Second Ave. Durango, CO 81301
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4) Zia Taqueria

Locations: 2977 Main Ave. Durango, CO and 400 S. Camino del Rio Durango, CO
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Voted the best fast casual restaurant in town, Zia Taqueria will not disappoint. Think Chipotle but 1000x better, including a more expansive menu like homemade tamales, fish tacos, and margaritas!

Open daily for lunch and dinner, this is a great place to grab a bite to eat and not have to wait long like most restaurants downtown.

Zia Taqueria also puts a huge emphasis on having locally sourced food which is probably why the food always taste so good every time we eat here.

What to Order: Sinaloa (chicken) or Barbacoa (beef) burrito, fish tacos and if you’re dining in on the weekend don’t miss the homemade tamales.

5) Pop Sushi

Location: 42 County Rd 250 Durango, CO 81301
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If you’re like me and get constant cravings for sushi, then you have to eat at Pop Sushi in Downtown Durango.

They are only open for dinner, but every day of the week and happy hour is from 430-6pm daily! Reservations are also highly encouraged as this is a popular place for dinner.

It’s a nice casual atmosphere for family dining or even a low-key date night.

While You’re in Durango:

– 5 Best Hikes in Durango

– Mesa Verde National Park Itinerary

6) 636 Main Ave (formely Ken and Sues)

Location: 1021 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301
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Located right in the middle of downtown this dinner only restaurant is perfect for those looking to celebrate a special occasion. The steak and seafood are the best in town, and a summer evening on this patio pair perfectly for a romantic evening.

This restaurant also specializes in hand-crafted martinis that are unlike any you’ve probably ever tried before.

What to Order: The wedge salad for starters and any of the steak or fish entrees for your main course. If you like martinis, try something new like the Elderflower Collins or Angel Food Cake Martini