Top Rated Restaurants en Cafés in Durango

Named after the couple who owns it, Ken & Sue's is a Downtown restaurant serving American fare. There are always delectable daily specials to savor, and the restaurant also has some gluten-free offerings. Your meal at this eatery starts with appetizing starters like hoisin-glazed lollipop wings, ginger chicken potstickers and crispy calamari, and the rest of the menu doesn't disappoint. Aunt Lydia's meatloaf, cedar-planked salmon and pistachio nut crusted grouper are a few of the house specialties, and must be tried. Wines by the glass are also available.

As is made rather obvious by the name, the menus at this restaurant change with the seasons, and the endeavor is always to offer patrons food that is absolutely fresh and supremely delicious. Seasons of Durango, located in the Historic Downtown district of the city affords a dining experience that patrons find hard to forget. The restaurant specializes in grilled delicacies, and you get to gorge on oak-grilled Black Angus rib-eye steaks, wood-grilled lamb burgers and many more delicacies. Turkey pot pie, hoisin BBQ pork ribs and house-cured pastrami sandwich are some other tasty preparations featured on the menu. There is an extensive wine list, and you can seek assistance choosing the one that goes best with your meal. Dinner is served daily 5.30p onwards.

Located in close proximity to restaurants like Ken & Sue's and East by Southwest, the Ore House is one of the oldest eateries in the city. Buying from local ranchers and farmers, this steakhouse serves some truly delicious cuts of meat, as well as many seafood preparations. The steak list comprises the chateaubriand for two, Prime rib-eye and bone-in NY strip, perfectly complemented by sides of sautéed mushrooms and crispy onions. Alaskan king crab, Maine lobster and wild Pacific shrimp are also cooked to perfection. There is a full bar stocked with wines and cocktails.

Capturing Colorado's essence, El Moro Spirits and Tavern is one of the most frequented watering holes of the city. The rustic, old school decor with exposed brick walls and wine barrels comes alive with the chatter of convivial patrons. An extensive food menu comprising of staples like burgers and sandwiches along with hearty steaks is not to be missed. With a variety of classic and specialty cocktails, you can also try the red and white wine range. The brunch menu featuring elaborate breakfast sandwiches and meals served with their brunch special cocktails is one of the best to cure morning hunger pangs. A kid-friendly menu makes this an ideal place to enjoy some quality time with family.

Set in a 1939 building, College Drive Cafe is a popular spot among locals for delicious breakfast. Their menu comprises of Southwestern dishes that are known to be hearty as well as healthy. Gorge on their delights for your morning energy boost. They also serve tasty lunches.

Established in 2012, Rice Monkeys is the brainchild of Ezric Villafuerte, Jimmy Nguyen and Dung Tran. This Asian fusion restaurant specializes in sushi and rice bowl. Though the eatery is small, their flavors are high. Their wide menu has various options in specialty rolls, hot soup bowls, rice bowls, vermicelli bowls, sushi and sashimi.