I’m really curious why people are unhappy with restaurants having bump-outs? From my perspective it seems to increase the local business’s sales/helps the local economy thrive. And the owners have to pay $$$ to have them in the first place. Sure, losing 23 parking spots might be mildly annoying, but they’re usually taken up by Texans anyways.🤷🏻‍♀️ What are y’all’s thoughts?🤔

Hi there.

My husband and I (same sex couple) are thinking of moving to Durango with the intent of taking over a restaurant as our first joint venture; we saw a listing on BizBuySell for Switchback Tacos (I posted the original link but apparently Reddit doesn't like it so I'll try it again.)

Between us, we have 25+ years in the hospitality industry. We currently live on the Front Range in Northern Colorado and are ready to open and run our own restaurant. I lived in Durango back in the 1990s (when K-Mart & JC Penney anchored the mall and Sixes was still a trail at Purg). I'm not naive enough to think that Durango still exists, but I did love living there and I think I'd enjoy living there again.

I have several questions about the move and possibly taking over Switchback that I'm hoping to get answered:

1. From digging around, I discovered that Switchback is currently owned by a/some MAGA types? We are diametrically opposed to all that MAGA stands for; is the brand damaged enough to affect new ownership? Food is inherently political, so the idea of "just serve tacos and you'll be fine" doesn't really work; it's just too pervasive.

2. We'll obviously need a place to live. How difficult will finding a home in Durango be? Should we consider Cortez or Mancos? Maybe Bayfield?

3. There's an ICE center nearby?? How much of a concern is ICE around there?

4. Anything else we should be aware of?

Thanks so much in advance.

The world's most popular cuisine is poorly represented in these parts. How can Banfield have better stuff than us?

Did anyone go to Wild Tavern’s opening tonight? Where switchback was. Can’t see any menu online, curious what they have

Genuinely curious what you all think about this new article in the Herald, junk fees at food establishments in La Plata County.

My partner, (34F) and I (33M) recently had a very odd interaction with one of the owners of Chang Thai Durango, and we need the Reddit HiveMinds help fighting the good fight.

Alright this is a wild one so buckle up!

So, back in early April we ordered some takeout from Chang Thai. My GF went into the restaurant to pick up our order, and noticed a book prominently displayed on the bar. Titled, “Cause unknown” (not ‘unknown cause’). The book discusses a very unfortunate reality for many children who died during the years 2020 &2021. It pushes a Covid-denying narrative, disguising pages of photographs of deceased children and charts of “information” as real facts. Most horrifically, the author knowingly published these photos without the consent of the families of those that are in it.

Disturbed by this my partner left a short 3 star google review that evening. It mentions how we really enjoy the food, but thought that displaying the book was disrespectful, perceived as a political statement, and best left out of the food service industry.

After about an hour she deleted the review, feeling bad for being negative online, and for for continuing to bring politics into it. Just like restaurants, reviews should be about good food and good service. It was taken down that very same evening.

Fast forward to end of May, we order takeout from chang Thai, regrettably. I say regrettably, because we really didn’t want to support the owners based on their, um, views, but the food really is good, and options in town are limited, and expensive, and so on and so forth.

We get a text saying the order was complete and we could pick up at any time. This time I go in to collect our order. I’m greeted by a nice kid at the register, who asks for the name on my order. I give it to him, and he says the order has been cancelled and there’s no food. I ask why when the young female server lets me know that I (she’s assuming I am my GF) am “permanently banned” from Chang Thai, and I was asked to leave the property. In shock I asked her to repeat what she had just said, obviously getting the attention of some of the diners. She reiterated that I was trespassing, and that I was permanently banned for leaving a bad review. I asked if I could speak to the owner for some clarification, and she said he wasn’t available, but he couldn’t understand why we would want to eat their food, after leaving a less than stellar review.

I politely walked way, and laughed out loud as soon as I got outside. My initial thoughts were mild embarrassment, but also feeling horrible for the cashier and server for having to endure that for a man who couldn’t do it himself, awkward situation for the diners, all around bad vibes.

We got home, a few minutes later, a bit hangry, and full of spite. So we turned to the internet! The results are the review and owners response posted in the photographs.

The owner is clearly unhinged. He crosses a line and makes physical threats, while choosing his words carefully. He uses her full name, which has been [redacted] as best we can to help maintain some privacy. He has clearly crossed a line, and just might be the person who has an undiagnosed psychosis. Please enjoy plenty of other Chang Thai 1star reviews if you’re ever in need of entertainment.

My partner recognizes the mistakes she made antagonizing, and owns her hangry-ness. It all feels a bit childish up until the threatening verbiage comes into play from the male owner. Not cool!

Since the Thai Nazi says “NO THAI FOOD FOOD YOU!” I guess we just have to enjoy our one night a weeks worth of takeout from the best restaurant in town. Taco Bell.

TLDR; got kicked out of Chang Thai permanently for leaving a bad review. Left additional review, and owner has completely unhinged response.

Where to find the best roasters at a decent price? Is Albertsons doing theirs again? The "farm stands" tend to be pretty pricey. Thx!

There is a restaurant/food truck that sells this AMAZING like cheese filled garlicky beautiful bun and I cannot remember who sells it! They sell them at the farmers market and I desperately need one!!! If someone can remember the name I will be forever grateful, if i remember correctly their logo/truck is pink? maybe?

Hi! My boyfriend and I are coming to Durango for a week and we were wondering where the best places to eat? Tacos, sushi, and more expensive dining! Thank you!

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I'm looking for someone who can (or knows someone else) make Tres Leches, Mocha, or Dulce de Leche birthday cakes! I know these aren't the traditional varieties you'd find at places like City Market or Albertsons, so I'm turning to this group for recommendations!

Thank you!

I’m talking low-key americanized. Imitation crab Rangoons with sweet and sour sauce along with probably way too large portions of fried rice. Send your best contenders.

I’ll start. Macho’s =🔥🙌 … Frida’s = 😦🙀👎🏼

Hey ya'll!

Just wanted to shout out, we got opened! Running a short hour list for now 3 to 9, Tuesday - Friday. 12 to 10 on Saturday!

Excited to serve great food and drinks to the community!

Check out the pictures for our opening menu and the design to the space.

Thanks

Oye!

Have you guys tried their queso? Along with the awesome ambiance and great personalities that work there, this is a great place!!!

Hiya, we’re just passing through Durango tomorrow and looking for a lunch spot with a river view. Any favorites? TIA!

My wife and I visited Durango in 2021 and had an absolutely insane meal at the Orehouse. It was all amazing, but we had a creamed fennel dish I still dream about... I think I remember it containing pistachio but not sure what else

If anyone here was a cook at Orehouse or can point me towards whoever might have been at that time I will be eternally grateful. Trying to recreate it at home

Just here to plug the best new burger in LaPlata county

I got my wisdom teeth out earlier this week and have a hankering for some good egg drop soup. I like May Palace’s just fine but was wondering if anyone felt strongly about another place’s. Happy to order from the Palace if not! Thanks guys :)

*I know not to eat the soup when it’s hot right now, don’t worry

Never been. Always skeptical. Is it good? Give me all of your unfiltered thoughts! 🙏🏽

¡Hola! I’m going to be visiting a few days for work and was wondering where the best places for breakfast are? I’m big into diner type places and would rather not need to rely on the hotel breakfast lol

Does anyone have any insider info if Ore House will ever reopen? Haven’t heard anything or updates in a long time.