Restaurants near Mesa Verde National Park

“Staff was super nice. They had five people kolln sick so they were very few waiters. Trying to serve the entire fully booked restaurant. Food came a little slow, but that’s to be expected with the massive understaffing. Our waiter was very polite. Food was OK a little bit dry but kind of what we were expecting. The short rib quesadilla was delicious. The cauliflower was OK. Wish it had more cheese. They were out of the beef short ribs, but were substituting pork spareribs, which were decent but a little dry and really hard to eat because they weren’t separated so you basically had to try to cut them yourself or just eat off of the whole rib, which was really messy chicken was a little dry, kids burger was a little dry as well.”

“Did not have much for vegetarian but I had the local cola and icecream. It was reasonably prices. They also have a gift shop where you can buy artwork and souvenirs.”

“Really decent breakfast for all you can eat for $15. They have lattes and a hand gift shop for hats and sun block
Also sandwiches for purchase when you go on hikes some have no food close by.”

“We have never had bad food at Mi Mexico. Everything is delicious. The owner is always on site- cooking or greeting guests. The restaurant is very comfortable and decorated well. There is a large enclosed porch and a garden deck for summer dining. Always great service! By far the best Mexican Restaurant around Montezuma County!”

“Excellent food and service. The best in Cortez!”

“I've had so many wonderful meals at The Farm Bistro and made some great memories with friends and family while eating there. I especially like the Chicken and the Egg salad (my lunch time go to) and the Harissa chicken sandwich with that yummy pretzel bun♥️ I Highly recommend The Farm Bistro!”

“Fun atmosphere, great menu.”

“Pickup order of the ped ra chi nee. The bad- shrimp was missing from the dish and the squid was overcooked and rubbery. The good- the duck was perfect, and the curry sauce was very good. I give 2 1/2 stars out of 5 for the missing ingredients and the price for missing them. Would still recommend trying though.”

“Great beer, but bar service was unwilling to engage in conversation or answer any questions.”

“Stopped in for a dinner to celebrate being back in Colorado and I'm happy I made the choice. The al pastor and birria tacos were delicious. The salsa was so yummy I asked for it to go so I could bring it home. Great place and staff!”

“The best Mexican food in town. Very friendly staff.”

“The food was AMAZING and excellent service and prices. I'm afraid, since I don't live there, that the Frito pie is going to live rent free in my head for a while.”

“Well, I can testify to all those five star reviews. The restaurant was busy but I had no wait. The service was absolutely amazing. The chips and salsa appeared while I sat. The additional cabbage dish was unexpected and delicious. Could make a meal of it. Seemed like the entire staff was my personal wait staff. The food was delicious and portioned generously. As a big eater I got a to-go box. It was a little noisy but only because it is so popular. Nice bottled and draft beer selection. On top of all this it was priced less than the other Mexican restaurants in town. Totally recommended.”

“If you’re from California? You have to make a stop here!!”

“Great Cappuccino Server very quickly! Loved the Setting and the people’s friendliness”

“Excelente lugar, buena comida y atencion al cliente”

“El mejor lugar que he probado en Cortez Colorado”

“Where do I start. Food is great. Service was excellent, and friendly. Good atmosphere. Of the five so restrants in Cortez we eat in, this was far better than the others. They were OK, but Destination Grill was gooood.”

“Great food and service! The sliders were great! The tea was delicious. Eating outside was great! Our waitress and cook did an awesome job.”

“amazing breakfast burrito 🌯 and coffee ♡ highly recommend”

“Great service and Good coffee”

“Not your average diner. The full menu even includes Eggs Benedict. The Chorizo Benedict is a refreshing take on the traditional theme. Service is excellent. Nice to see happy people these days. Of the four days we were in Cortez, Beny's had the best food.”

“we recently visited Cortez and stopped at pippos for breakfast the first day, it was so good we had to go back the next day! fantastic food, amazing service, very clean.”

“we spent our anniversary dinner at Shiloh's and could not have been more pleased! I got the steak tips and my husband had the smoked ribeye, both were perfect. beautiful atmosphere and great service. highly recommend.”

“Literally the sweetest people ever own this cold stone. We got there at 8:29 and they were closing at 8:30 but they HAPPILY took us anyways. Super welcoming and friendly. The place was clean and kept up. I couldn’t say enough good things.”

“Traveling thru Cortez - this was by far the BEST Mexican food I have ever had! I had the spinach enchilada plate, my husband had the chili relleno & Chimichanga. I personally don't normally eat everything on my plate. I usually get a to-go box to eat the rest later. We both cleaned out plates! The atmosphere was amazing. 2 enthusiastic thumbs up!”

“Blondies has awesome food.”

“Great sales! Fish counter lady goes above and beyond for you! Produce and meat best in town. Helpful grocery sackers, always offer to help. Thank you guys for the work you do for us!”

“Nice casual spot with pizza, tacos (on taco Tues), & burgers (tho on Taco Tuesday) & some other items. Beer, liquor also available at the bar. Pizza made to order was quite decent, esp. for a small town in the middle of very sparsely populated area. Another plus: open fairly late (til 9p on a weeknight) for a dining option in that part of the country--most spots close earlier.\n\nVery comfortable atmosphere. Super staff. Entirely pleasant all the way around.\n\nDon't get me wrong--I wouldn't give their pizza a 5 if it was in a metro. But it's not & the pie's decent. The overall experience is even better, so it gets a 5 from me.”

“It is a little more work, taking it home and baking it, but it is so delicious and I feel the best pizza in town

Dietary restrictions: They have gluten-free and they are very careful if you are dairy free to not cross contaminate. The only place my daughter can get gluten-free and dairy free pizza for their family and it is safe.”