Dining Guide

Best Restaurants in Ouray, Colorado

For a town of 1,000 people, Ouray has a dining scene that consistently surprises visitors — no chains, all local.

At a Glance

  • Dining Options: 10+ on Main St
  • Ouray Brewery: Craft beer + food
  • Buen Tiempo: Local institution
  • Kitchen Access: Cook at Lumberyard

Local Dining Favorites

Buen Tiempo Mexican Restaurant is one of Ouray's most beloved institutions — New Mexican-style cuisine in a historic building on Main Street. The green chile is made from scratch and the margaritas match the mountain views.

The Ouray Brewery is the local gathering spot for après-adventure — craft beers brewed on-site, a rotating food menu, and a patio overlooking the canyon. The seasonal IPAs made with local mountain water are a must-try.

Breakfast, Coffee, and Quick Bites

Maggie's Kitchen and Daylight Donuts are popular morning stops before heading out on trails or Jeep roads. Several coffee shops on Main Street offer espresso drinks and pastries in settings with canyon views.

For self-catering, the Ouray Market and nearby grocery options stock basics for cooking in your Lumberyard Condo — a full kitchen dramatically expands your dining flexibility.

Dining Strategy with The Lumberyard

Staying at The Lumberyard Condos with a full kitchen gives you the best of both worlds — cook breakfast and pack trail lunches to control costs, then splurge on dinner at one of Ouray's excellent restaurants.

Book your Ouray dining trip at ouraycondos.com. The Lumberyard is 2 blocks from every restaurant on Main Street — no car needed for dinner.

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