Restaurants near Columbine Ranger Station

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1. Purgy’s

3.4

Very Good(70)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Durango

Booked 4 times today

Purgatory Resort a wide range of cuisine with 3 on-mountain restaurants and 5 restaurants and bars in the base Village area.Unveiled in 2008, Purgatory Lodge was part of a $50 million base area investment and is the new anchor of the base Village. A luxury ski-in/ski-out property, Purgatory Lodge features upgraded skier amenities and a new and enhanced Purgy’s Restaurant and Bar. Guests of Purgatory Lodge enjoy access to premium amenities including a private game room and lounge dining room serviced by Purgy’s Restaurant. As Purgatory's flagship restaurant, Purgy's Restaurant & Bar serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner both summer and winter. During the winter ski season, an upscale casual Apres-Ski menu is available from 3pm-6pm, with a mountain casual fine dining menu available from 6pm-9pm including burgers, steaks, seafood, pasta, and elegant plated meals.

2. Backside Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(18)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Durango

Booked 2 times today

Ranked one of Colorado’s top on-mountain lunch spots, Backside Bistro features panoramic views of the San Juan Mountains in a relaxed setting with full table service. Enjoy authentic European alpine cuisine, including schnitzel, steak frites, French onion soup, and a specially curated wine list with stunning European wines, featuring Bollinger Champagne. Join us at 10,300 ft in elevation and feel on top of the world.

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3. Allred's Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2383)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Continental • Telluride

Booked 8 times today

Renowned for its culinary excellence and extraordinary service, Allred's offers our guests an award-winning Wine List, with an emphasis on exceptional wines from around the world. Allred's is operating with a prix fixe menu that mixes local and regional as well as organic and original. Our contemporary American cuisine is available daily for dinner throughout the Summer and Winter seasons. Reservations are strongly encouraged. The bar offers the full pre-fixe menu as well as a la carte options. Bar seating is first come, first serve. To get to Allred's, take the gondola from either Telluride or Mountain Village and exit at the mid-station—St. Sophia Station. Follow the signs to Allred's.

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4. Cosmopolitan - Telluride

4.8

Exceptional(2212)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Telluride

Booked 19 times today

The Cosmopolitan is open daily for indoor dining plus takeout. Happy Hour is 4-5pm in the bar area and lobby. The $19 steak entrée is available all evening at the bar.To see photos of our dining areas, please see our photo gallery. The restaurant also offers private dining in the wine cellar for special events.Chad Scothorn, Owner and Executive Chef, has received national attention and praise for his original cuisine. Truly authentic, all menu items are made entirely from scratch, including the house baked bread, sauces, desserts, and even the ice creams. Cosmopolitan offers an extensive wine list with local, domestic and international wines, and delicious craft cocktails.

5. 221 South Oak

4.9

Exceptional(2289)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Telluride

Booked 17 times today

221 is set in a tastefully refurbished historic home nestled in the trees on South Oak St, just steps from the Gondola. For years, 221 South Oak has been renowned for its intimate atmosphere, incredible food, extensive wine list, friendly service and uncompromising quality. Chef/Owner Eliza serves cuisine classified as Modern Bistro with an eclectic blend of flavors and styles. Full Vegetarian Menu is available.We also offer catering services in the privacy of your home. Wine and Delectable Pairing Classes are available weekly.

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6. New Sheridan Chop House

4.9

Exceptional(1402)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Telluride

Booked 7 times today

A lively main street steak house offering a selection of the worlds finest steaks, eclectic fresh seafood and daily specials. Executive Chef Brian Batten focuses on the highest quality local ingredients prepared with Gourmet American flair. Paired with an award winning wine list, the New Sheridan Chop House is sure to please the most discriminating palates. For parties of more than six guests please call 970-728-9100 www.newsheridan.com

7. La Marmotte

4.5

Awesome(1419)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Telluride

Booked 10 times today

La Marmotte, located in historic downtown Telluride, specializes in classic French cuisine and wine. We are open for dinner seven nights from 5pm - 9pm with a prix fixe three course menu. We are also offering a la carte dining options for the summer season and several happy hour specials from 5pm to 6pm. We have a STRICT 24 hour cancellation policy and you will be charged full menu price for cancellations within 24 hours of your reservation. Please visit our website www.lamarmotte.com for more details or call 970.728.6232. Have a great day.

8. Kazahana

4.7

Exceptional(266)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Telluride

Booked 17 times today

Just completing its first year on the dining scene in Telluride, Kazahana offers classic Japanese cuisine prepared by Chef Naoki Takahashi and his team. Sourcing the freshest seafood from around the world, the menu includes sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, chirashi, tartar and ceviche, as well as a selection of salads and hot entrees. Beverage options include Japanese inspired cocktails, whiskey, beer, and a top notch selection of sake and wine. The 10-seat Omakase Bar features a 18 course chef's choice tasting menu with optional sake and wine pairings. Kazahana offers happy hour 5-6pm featuring sushi and rotating drink specials.

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9. Alpinist and the Goat

3.3

Good(445)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Telluride

Booked 1 time today

Fondue, Raclette, Filet Mignon, Craft Cocktails, and a Selective Wine List in an intimate setting above an art gallery on Main Street Telluride. For dessert, we offer chocolate fondue with cake and fruit, cheesecake and ice cream!

10. Floradora Saloon

4.7

Exceptional(327)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Telluride

Booked 19 times today

Whether you’re craving a juicy burger or fresh salad, we’ve got it all here at Floradora Saloon. Our restaurant’s unique menu features mouthwatering options for appetizers, like the honey-baked Brie or the locals favorite jalapenos poppers. We also offer and array delicious soups and salads, the Diablo bowl is a must after a long day in mountains. Our platters include salmon fish tacos, blackened tofu or the popular fish and chips. We also offer a large selection of delicious whiskey, locals beers, distinct wines and cocktail.

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Greater Boston •8 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Allreds is always amazing. You cannot beat the amazing views and cozy-yet-high-end mountain lodge ambience paired with spectacular food and amazing wine list. It’s a must stop every time we visit Telluride. The only thing that would make it better is if they were to do away with the pre fixe menu and go back to the pre-Covid dining style. So much better!
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Allred's RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Continental• Telluride
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4.8
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John
Baltimore / Maryland •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Outstanding meal and wine. Sophie provided excellent suggestions, and Ryan provided great service. The sausage app worked great, too.
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221 South OakPrice: Expensive• American• Telluride
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4.9
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Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
No crowd at all during spring break week. Had reservations for 7 and only a couple tables occupied.
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Purgy’sPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Durango
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3.4
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Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We love this place! The service, the food, the whole shebang. This is our place!
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Backside BistroPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• Durango
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4.6
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PatiC
Houston •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Cosmopolitan is Always a favorite when we visit Telluride!
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Cosmopolitan - TelluridePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Telluride
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4.8

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