DRINKING & DINING

Ouray dishes out delicious cuisine

Though Ouray is a quiet mountain village, it captures everything special about Colorado in the small box canyon. Though the settlement began as a bustling mining camp in the late 1800s, today it is a blooming outdoor playground and paradise. Residents and visitors love to gather at the local watering holes to relax and exchange adventure stories over a pint of beer and consume more calories than they burned that day enjoying Ouray.

SUNRISE FARE

Every person should start their day with a nutritious meal. Plenty of places give guests a chance to grab a pastry and cup of coffee for the journey to the trailhead or sit down and enjoy a hearty breakfast. MOJO’S COFFEE located at 325 Sixth Ave. will get guests in the mountain mindset. The small cafe serves hot and iced coffee and tea beverages, as well as breakfast burritos, waffles and more with drive-thru and delivery options. MOUSES CHOCOLATES AND COFFEE serves great coffee, teas, shakes and smoothies alongside handcrafted candies, chocolates and decadent dessert items. Order online to pick up at the store, 520 Main St. or schedule a delivery. ARTISAN BAKERY located at 460 Main St. serves coffee and tea beverages alongside artisan baked goods, breakfast and lunch with takeout services. Locals love these customizable sandwiches and wraps made with high-quality ingredients. TIMBERLINE DELI is a bustling cafe at 803 Main St. with a casual atmosphere and pleasant outdoor patio. Guests often grab a fresh-baked pastry, or select from the menu of made-to-order sandwiches and wraps. The deli also serves salads, sandwiches, soups and a small selection of desserts.

HIGH NOON

It is important to take a break from activities to refuel for afternoon adventures. Sit down at one of these lunch spots in town or take something to go. THAI CHILI RESTAURANT offers excellent service and traditional dishes, including Thai curry, at 430 Main St. Call ahead for takeout or order online for lunch or dinner. GOLDBELT BAR & GRILL is a family-friendly restaurant at 800 Main St. that opens at 11 a.m. to serve burgers, sandwiches, salads, wraps and pizza. MAGGIE’S KITCHEN at 703 Main St. is the place to go for casual, diner-style delicacies. People from around the world stop in to sign the wall (or ceiling, table, seat, doorframe, etc.) and enjoy burgers and sandwiches served with classic sides such as coleslaw, french fries and onion rings. OURAY MEAT & CHEESE MARKET located at 736 Main St has highquality ingredients. In addition to fresh meat and cheese, the market features grab and go sandwiches, ready to heat meals and other essentials for an impromptu picnic.

FIVE O’CLOCK SOMEWHERE

When happy hour rolls around, Ouray’s local breweries do it right with signature cocktails, local brews and more. OURAY BREWERY is the perfect place to enjoy a cold craft beer and comfort food-style dishes located at 607 Main St. MR. GRUMPY PANTS BREWING COMPANY located at 703 Main St. is a legendary local hangout complete with a wood-burning stove and stellar line-up of easydrinking brews. RED MOUNTAIN BREWERY offers guests American comfort food with international influences paired with exceptional craft beer at 400 Main St. OUTLAW RESTAURANT at 610 Main St. is a signature stop on a stay in Ouray with an extensive cocktail menu. This restaurant was one of John Wayne’s favorite haunts while filming True Grit.

Fine Dining

Freshen up after happy hour for a fine dining experience paired with fantastic vistas in Ouray. Guests can enjoy gourmet appetizers, entrees and desserts from these upscale eateries.

BON TON is an Italian-inspired restaurant serving seafood, steaks and giant plates of pasta located at 426 Main St. BRICKHOUSE 737 is an intimate restaurant with exposed brick and artwork that serves eclectic American cuisine and cocktails located at 737 Main St. KJ WOOD DISTILLERS uses the Rocky Mountain glacial waters of the high country, blended with incredible regional ingredients in their distilled libations to craft creative cocktails and mocktails. Located at 929 Main St., the downtown distillery is an elegant spot to sip on a nightcap. IMOGENE HOTEL AND ROOFTOP BAR at 740 Main St. has tasty handcrafted cocktails and a Cajun-inspired menu made with locally-sourced ingredients. Though it is only open seasonally, the spacious venue also offers a selection of wine and craft beer on tap along with breathtaking views.