DINING OUT
QUICK BITES Most visitors are too busy making memories in the mountains to slow down and refuel. Luckily, there are a plethora of locally-owned restaurants that cater to customers looking for quality food with the benefit of convenience. From fast-casual restaurants and cafes to coffee shops and markets, there’s something for everyone on-the-go.
MORNING KICKSTART
Durango Joes serves a variety of coffee, espresso and tea drinks made to order, alongside freshly baked pastries and breakfast burritos, sandwiches and salads at multiple locations in Durango, Aztec and Farmington. Absolute Bakery in Mancos is the local hot spot for madeto-order breakfast meals in addition to cinnamon rolls, scones, muffins and sweet and savory strudels made from scratch daily. The Pie Maker Bakery in Cortez has incredible pastries, organic bagels and something sweet to save for later. Higher Grounds Coffee in Pagosa Springs makes customers handcrafted espresso, coffee and tea drinks and the food menu features bagels, burritos and freshly baked pastries.
DRIVE-THRU
The gas station diner in Durango, Bart’s Deli, is a specialty burger and sandwich shop best known for its heart breakfast burritos, made-to-order breakfast sandwiches and hot lunch menu. Macho’s Fast Mexican Food serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in two locations in Durango. The menu includes burritos, enchiladas, tacos, tostadas and much more. Though Burger Boy isn’t technically a drivethru, it is a popular, old-school drive-in that’s known for excellent service. Burger Boy is a great place to grab a quick meal in Cortez if it isn’t too busy. Santy’s Tacos in Pagosa Springs is a quick Mexican food stop located in City Market. The drive-thru makes this a great option for busy bodies.
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GRAB-N-GO
Swing by one of three Homeslice locations in Durango for a convenient slice of pizza, sandwich or salad. These locations also offer a full-service bar and serve local craft beer. Consider shopping for essentials and grabbing a quick bite in one stop at Nature’s Oasis Natural Foods and Deli in Durango, which makes sandwiches, soups, salads, smoothies and so much more. Farm Bistro in Cortez offers so many specialty salads, pita sandwiches and options from the grill made with fresh, organic ingredients. It can be a great place to go for a quick, but healthy meal. In Dolores, be sure to stop by the Dolores Food Market for ready-made meals like sandwiches, burritos and tamales. The store also has a wide selection of healthy snacks, such as dried fruits, trail mix, meats, cheeses, crackers, chips and so much more.
ONLINE ORDERING
So many restaurants, even the smallest, independent businesses, adopted online ordering or curbside pickup options to benefit customers in the pandemic. So don’t forget to visit a restaurant’s website to browse the menu online and place an order for takeout.
