20 Best American Restaurants in Telluride

“Zach was top quality made perfect wine selection from a curated wine selection from the wine director Kenny, host i did not catch her name but the professional and quality atmosphere was clear as soon as you walked in. Back of house cooked everything perfect. Top quality across the board 👏“

“Wait staff was great…thank you Julia! We ordered all shareables for 3 of us. Crispy brussels, kushiyaki prawns, wagyu tartare, spicy cauliflower and lamb lollipops. Julia served each item with plenty of time in between so we could enjoy and savor the experience. Thank you and we’ll be back! Julie and Robin Marsh and Lynsey Marsh Bonebrake“

“The service was excellent, but the food…hot and cold (NO pun intended). My black bean soup was excellent, and so was the salmon. In fact, the salmon was one of the best I’ve ever had. The Crispy Shrimp & Calamari, shared at the table, wasn’t really crispy at all. It had a tiny bit of sauce drizzled over it, but most pieces didn’t get touched by it, so you had to either ask for a side of dipping sauce (which we didn’t) or eat it plain. Also, there were hardly any shrimp in with the calamari. My Caesar Salad was awful. Before ordering, I confirmed that the dressing was made in house, but it was a tasteless, bland, cream colored, nondescript thin liquid, without a hint of garlic. I didn’t complain, but I tried my only other option of adding plenty of salt and pepper, which just didn’t help. We didn’t order dessert, so I can’t comment on that element. Overall, I think Cosmo’s is a very fine restaurant, but maybe we just didn’t choose well. I would certainly go back, but I would never order the Caesar again, and I would carefully discuss the calamari with the server before committing to it.“

“Overall a great experience — highly recommend! Their happy hour from 5-6pm has a great selection of options. The croquettes reminded me of ones I've had in Spain — really well done. The octopus was delicious too. Service was excellent and attentive throughout, and the atmosphere was beautifully decorated with a really nice vibe.“

“The food was delicious!! The chef & staff were amazing, can’t wait to go back!!“

“We visited Telluride in January. Brown Dog is not ordinary pizza. It was extraordinary-I’m completely ruined for pizza anywhere else! We’ve talked about this place countless times since our visit 8.5 months ago. The service was great (I believe our waitress was named Becca) and out of allll the great places we visited in Telluride and Mountain Village, this was the place we’re still talking about. Highly, highly recommend! I don’t know if I’ll ever get back to Telluride, but if I do, you’ll find me at Brown Dog Pizza!“

“The bowls are sooo yummy. Eggs make me feel sick half the time but I am daydreaming about the way they cook their eggs. The honey sriracha is delicious as well. Very friendly staff. Definitely recommend for a yummy and affordable breakfast!“

“Fantastic long weekend at Mountain Lodge Telluride. Perfect accommodations, friendly staff, and views out of this world! Steps away from world class skiing and a gondola ride away from some of the best restaurants and unique shopping! 10/10!“

“Never ever disappointed and chef Eliza is the best and always energetic and upping her game. The food is top quality with exceptional preparation detail to perfection. Presentation and service are always prompt, friendly and considerate.“

“I've been eating at Big Billies for over 10 years when I take my kids skiing. And you know, I don't have very high expectations. There will be burgers and fries and chicken fingers. But last weekend, wow! Not only do they have the salad bar (which is really pretty extensive, and had a very nice woman conscientiously making my salad) but also sides of grilled tempeh!? And grilled tofu?! Plus, the chef in the open kitchen, who I discovered is named Romaine, was absolutely kind and loving in her every interaction with diners. The women behind the counter were all friendly and helpful and positive. Honestly, it was a great experience! So much so that I thought, dang, I better go write a review. Nice Job, Big Billies!!!!“

“In a town of mediocre food & service this was a hidden gem. Cosy restaurant in The Hotel Telluride. Our party of 6 ate here 4 times & all were excellent. Guiseppe was a great host & always managed to find us a table when we arrived without a reservation. Service was quick & he was friendly & attentive. The special of the petit fillet with mash potatoes & asparagus plus a glass of wine for $26 was exceptional value. Dessert was very good as well. They even dropped us home afterwards in their hotel courtesy vehicle. Nice atmosphere in hotel lobby for a pre or after dinner drink in front of the fire. 1 night they had a live guitarist which was very nice. Can't fault the food or service. Would definitely eat here again“

“The view from Allred’s is amazing! The food was excellent! The service was excellent! Worth the money to go for the experience!“

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“Quite literally the BEST place to eat in town-we come every year, and every year they get better and better! From the food (Diablo bowl, Brie starter, fish and chips and OMG the strawberry rhubarb pie !) to the service with Nicki (who was so nice and so fun!) we had a great time. Love it when a server even adds to making a meal fun (thanks Nicki!!)“

“Good food, casual atmosphere. Bartender was so nice. Football on TV. Snowing outside. Lots of fun!“

“Literally THE best wedding food I’ve ever had. We hired them for my daughter’s wedding. Everyone, I mean everyone at the wedding raved. Just hire them. You will not be disappointed.“

“Fast n nice Just whipped in for bread puddin …was really good“

“Great burgers and chili nice staff“

“i went here yesterday and i just have to say the white mocha was absolutely delicious. The inside is beautiful as well and they have a lot on the menu. I recommend.“

“Overall, a solid place for the area. We tried both breakfast and dinner, and the food can be a little hit or miss. I didn’t particularly enjoy the avocado toast, but the Eggs Benedict were good. Coffee was fine, and I appreciated the variety of non-dairy options. Service was always fast, welcoming, and pleasant.

Dinner was good overall, although I found it a bit overpriced. The trout was very good, but at around $48, the price felt quite high. We also tried the peach cobbler, which was surprisingly served cold. That was a little strange, as traditionally cobbler is served warm and with ice cream.

Despite a few inconsistencies, it’s still a very solid option for the area.“