Native Son Restaurant and Bar

Couldn’t say enough about Chris and Burly coming through for us on an interstate drive. They had a problem taking an order over the phone with their system but they worked it out for us and got us set up with food after a ten hour day of driving.

We went back for a drink because they were so excellent and loved the ambiance. And got the barbacoa bowl which was excellent!!!!

Couldn’t recommend them more. Will be back when we’re back in Glenwood Springs, no doubt!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We got in super late in the middle of moving, and called to order because they were the only place open. Their system was down so couldn’t take an order over the phone, and Chris and Burly kept the kitchen open for us so we could eat. They were AMAZING! Total heroes. Would come back anytime. Thanks guys!!!

First night of our trip to CO and stopped in for dinner bc it was one of a very few that had great, consistent reviews for gluten free options. I had the grilled shrimp tacos and they were A-mazing! The Chipotle Aoili sauce was the bomb. Also had the chips and salsa. The only thing on the menu that was not GF was I believe the pastor tacos bc they have beer. We sat at the bar and quizzed Burley, our bartender, about the Glenwood Springs area and about the cocktails! He was awesome and has some mad mixing skills. The lime margarita was made from scratch, fresh lime muddling, etc. No mixes here! It was delicious as well as the drink we concocted for myself, lol. We were sad they don't open until early eve or we would have gone back the next day! So good!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Before I forget, been in this valley for about a year. And the first time experience 10/10
Service : fast and friendly (Burley?)
I know I butchered your name, but thank you for the great first experience.
Every aspect of the Barbacoa bowl was delicious.
And the sangria was great.

Thank you so much.

-Tosh

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fun atmosphere with line dancing and karaoke on a Friday night. Food was mediocre at best. We ordered the chips and salsa and the chimichurri steak bowl. The chips were burned, the salsa was like traditional roasted tomatoes and other vegees pureed with taco seasoning, and my steak bowl was cold with rice that had been sitting so long it was partially hard. I ate less than half of it just to not be hungry. To top it off, I asked the bar manager (i guess - the guy with long curly hair) to confirm the items I ordered were gluten free, to which he rudely responded with zero empathy or compassion, “they wouldn’t be marked if they weren’t.” He also rolled his eyes at me when I ordered a club soda with lime. I shouldn’t have to explain that I’m sober because of a chronic medical condition, I’m also allergic to caramel color so I can’t have most regular sodas, I have celiac disease, and I’m allergic to wheat. My partner ordered a beer, so there’s your alcohol order, dude. 🙄

Overall, they have good gluten free options (most of the menu in fact), but the service is rude and the food isn’t that good.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 1

Cassidy is the best!
We asked for recommendations for a good reasonably priced tequila and he absolutely delivered!
He was also very personable. We had such great conversation with him.
Thank you Cassidy for making our visit meaningful and memorable! We will absolutely be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Clearly marked vegan options

Unfriendly bar tenders, long wait for food, 55$ for two people to have chicken tacos that they ordered themselves at the bar…bad vibes, don’t recommend

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 1

Great recommendation on the native sun from a friend of ours. We learned the bachata. A very fun dominican salsa dance. Eric and his wife gave an informative, entertaining lesson. We had the monthly rib and shrimp special with broccoli and mashed potatoes. Delicious! Burley the bartender absolutely crushed it with cocktails and helpful suggestions. 5 stars. No notes

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Stopped by Native Son Agave Bar & Kitchen in Glenwood Springs while driving through and grabbed lunch. I ordered the shrimp tacos — great flavor and super satisfying. I wasn’t there for long, but the staff was friendly and attentive, which made for a great quick stop. The drinks looked amazing and beautifully presented, but I stuck with water since I was on the road. Cool vibe overall — definitely a place I’d come back to when I have more time to hang out.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Burley is the best

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Tinga

Shout out to Burley who is one of the best bartenders at Native Son. The menu is to par, and offers the most unique cocktail menu and spirits to chose from in the Roaring Fork Valley!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Always such a fun time here!! Burley made us the best mezcal sours

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Unorganized on salsa night.

10/10 recommend!! Came here on a Saturday night for late night take out food. Staff were extremely kind / helpful, even with a busy bar. Food was top notch and seriously tasty! Don’t miss the chimichurri steak bowl or the veggie bowl with the vegan aioli!! Delicious!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5