Nugget is one of a kind!! A spot that feels both completely unique and instantly welcoming. The scenery alone is worth the visit, with beautiful mountain views that create the perfect backdrop for a laid-back, memorable time. Inside, the atmosphere is cozy, fun, and full of life, making it the kind of place you want to stay for hours.
Owners Steve and Jamie are fantastic. Their warmth, personality, and passion for creating a great experience shine through!
If you’re in the Durango area and looking for a bar that’s special, vibrant, and surrounded by incredible views, Nugget should be at the top of your list!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chas Vergauwen
Best damn filet mignon sliders ever, and always a fun and friendly time at the bar!
Pro-Tip: If the Detroit Lions are playing ya better be a fan! 🤙😉
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marc
The crab cake slider are delicious, also the frites are great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mike Ropicky
We stumbled upon The Nugget because we rented a home just across from it. And a friend of ours had been there and recommended it.
This is a place that is very easy to miss. It’s set back from the road and the signage really doesn’t advertise it.
However, if you miss it, it’s your loss.
The Nugget has the feel of a ski bum style bar. But not an upscale thing like you would find in Telluride or Vail. This place feels authentic to Purgatory. Like it’s been here since the beginning and hasn’t changed. That makes it cool and interesting on many levels. Attached to the Nugget is a food truck. And this place makes absolutely awesome food. The tacos are off the chain. The sliders and fries - fantastic. They take a lot of care in the food preparation and serving it hot and fresh. No microwaves here. Everything is prepared from scratch!
The Nugget punches way above its weight class
There is indoor and outdoor seating, fire pits and cornhole. Even an upper level.
We were the in the summer. It’s a chill place with a cool vibe. You can tell most of the folks there are locals and a few summer home people.
This is not in Durango with the shops and Main Street full of tourists. This is a one off country bar with a skiers vibe really serving the locals / summer time owners and those lucky enough to find it.
Very worth while stop.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tessa Lyons
The food truck here is so good! We got sliders and fries. Everything was delicious and exactly the treat you need coming down the mountain. Heads up, during the off season they close at 6pm from Sunday to Thursday even though google says it’s open until to 8pm.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Clara H.
Nice cute bar in the mountain. Service was good considering it was busy.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Stephen Brown
On a bike rally the place is a Hoot. Little hard to get into on two wheels but fun wants you there
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Melanie Jeffery
Spicy shrimp tacos were FABULOUS. This is a very cool place, atmosphere is chill.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Neto Padilla
The Nugget Mountain is a friendly bar with a delicious menu, good service, and a casual atmosphere!
Got one of each and every single slider was fantastic. Iconic location too! I hope small businesses like this continue to thrive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
c a
All plastic drink wear made from oil (CO2 emissions hurting snowpack) that will be shipped across the ocean and, if it doesn't fall in, get burned. Or, take 100s-1000s of years to degrade.
Josh Jordan
A good place to stop after a hike. No frills, local spot serving delicious burgers, fries, and beautiful salads.
I LOVE NUGGIES
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bacon Cheeseburger Slider, Pulled Pork, BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Slider
Nugget is one of a kind!! A spot that feels both completely unique and instantly welcoming. The scenery alone is worth the visit, with beautiful mountain views that create the perfect backdrop for a laid-back, memorable time. Inside, the atmosphere is cozy, fun, and full of life, making it the kind of place you want to stay for hours.
Owners Steve and Jamie are fantastic. Their warmth, personality, and passion for creating a great experience shine through!
If you’re in the Durango area and looking for a bar that’s special, vibrant, and surrounded by incredible views, Nugget should be at the top of your list!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best damn filet mignon sliders ever, and always a fun and friendly time at the bar!
Pro-Tip: If the Detroit Lions are playing ya better be a fan! 🤙😉
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The crab cake slider are delicious, also the frites are great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We stumbled upon The Nugget because we rented a home just across from it. And a friend of ours had been there and recommended it.
This is a place that is very easy to miss. It’s set back from the road and the signage really doesn’t advertise it.
However, if you miss it, it’s your loss.
The Nugget has the feel of a ski bum style bar. But not an upscale thing like you would find in Telluride or Vail. This place feels authentic to Purgatory. Like it’s been here since the beginning and hasn’t changed. That makes it cool and interesting on many levels. Attached to the Nugget is a food truck. And this place makes absolutely awesome food. The tacos are off the chain. The sliders and fries - fantastic. They take a lot of care in the food preparation and serving it hot and fresh. No microwaves here. Everything is prepared from scratch!
The Nugget punches way above its weight class
There is indoor and outdoor seating, fire pits and cornhole. Even an upper level.
We were the in the summer. It’s a chill place with a cool vibe. You can tell most of the folks there are locals and a few summer home people.
This is not in Durango with the shops and Main Street full of tourists. This is a one off country bar with a skiers vibe really serving the locals / summer time owners and those lucky enough to find it.
Very worth while stop.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food truck here is so good! We got sliders and fries. Everything was delicious and exactly the treat you need coming down the mountain. Heads up, during the off season they close at 6pm from Sunday to Thursday even though google says it’s open until to 8pm.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Nice cute bar in the mountain. Service was good considering it was busy.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
On a bike rally the place is a Hoot. Little hard to get into on two wheels but fun wants you there
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Spicy shrimp tacos were FABULOUS. This is a very cool place, atmosphere is chill.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Nugget Mountain is a friendly bar with a delicious menu, good service, and a casual atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Awesome owners.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Get after hike place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Got one of each and every single slider was fantastic. Iconic location too! I hope small businesses like this continue to thrive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
All plastic drink wear made from oil (CO2 emissions hurting snowpack) that will be shipped across the ocean and, if it doesn't fall in, get burned. Or, take 100s-1000s of years to degrade.
A good place to stop after a hike. No frills, local spot serving delicious burgers, fries, and beautiful salads.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
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