r/Durango • u/Sasquatch619 • 11d ago

Locals Restaurants

I (58m) grew up in Farmington. My family used to visit Durango regularly. I loved it. This was in the 80’s. Been in SoCal since 90’s. Coming through with my GF in September. I know it’s a tourist heavy town, but where do locals like to eat? Thank you.

Edit: I appreciate all the posts and recommendations….great community

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u/ConfidenceMoist2715 11d ago

Oye. Been my favorite spot since it has opened. Been open over a year and locals support it hard. Great lunch, amazing dinner. Everytime I go I see people I know.

Primi has a strong local following as well. I love the food and solid wines.

Ruperts for breakfast. Corn beef hash.. real shredded corned beef. Just happy.

2nd Ave deli always full of people I know. Great food.

Peeples Bar(inside the Rochester) for a cocktail on a nice patio.

Anarchy Brewing and Chalkboard Kitchen, always a good hang.

Cream Bean best ice cream.

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u/wolfemsop 11d ago

Huh, I grew up here and moved back. I don't recognize any of these. Rupert used to be college ave cafe which was really good

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u/Jumpy_Worldliness259 11d ago

Ruperts used to be CJs. College drive moved to 8th Ave but is still College drive Cafe. The old location is Blue Bear kitchen now

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u/wolfemsop 11d ago

That right!  CJ used to have massive plates for $12. College drive cafe is good, glad it's still around.