El Moro Spirits & Tavern is a vibrant bar and restaurant rooted in Durango’s rich history with a modern twist. Known for its creative cocktails, curated wine list, and rotating craft beer selection, El Moro offers a unique dining experience with small plates, charcuterie boards, and modern-rustic entrées. Join us for dinner or indulge in our weekend brunch for a memorable culinary experience.
Hip bar/eatery in a former saloon with steampunk decor, seasonal New American eats & weekend brunch.
Michelle Runyon
I always have to go to El Morro every time I’m in town. I LOVE the bar, their drinks are always on point!! Happy one of the bartenders introduced me to my favorite ever drink with the best gin! I also enjoy lunch, dinner, happy hour….but their brunch is outstanding and my favorite of anywhere. This past weekend we had the duck biscuits and gravy and it was soooo good….I wish I could have it all the time! The food and drinks at El Morro is consistently amazing, and I love the atmosphere sitting at the bar, we always have great conversations with other guests and the bartenders!
… moreAJ Marinaccio
Awesome place. The staff was nice and friendly. I went about 45 minutes before closing. I was able to order,eat my meal and have dessert all before close.
The burger was thick and juicy. It hit the spot. Also the French fries we thin and crispy, they were really done well.
The desert was pictured in another review and I had to try it.
This place I will have to visit again when I return to the area.
… moreJohn K
We split the El Moro Burger and fries and we asked for the burger to be cooked medium. The burger was a little undercooked. The burger was seasoned nicely. The fries were done well ahead of the burger and they were barely lukewarm. We received excellent service from the two young gals working the tables in the bar area. We walked 4 blocks from our hotel to the restaurant. I didn’t see their own parking lot.
Note:
1. They automatically add a 20% tip to the bill. We almost always tip 20% for descent service. The servers missed out on a higher tip because I was taken back by their policy.
2. I ordered a Sprite and got a refill. I was not told there is no free refills and I did not see this on the menu. I was charge $8 for two Sprites. This added to me not leaving a larger tip. The servers lose out because of questionable policies.
3. I evaluated the food, service and atmosphere on their own merits and these issues did not impact the rating I gave.
… moreariana conlon
Stopped here during our ski trip to Purgatory and everything was amazing!! Sat at the bar and Sierra was great! Dirty martini was amazing, ordered patatas bravas and kale ceasar, both were so good! Will def be back, wish we lived closer!
… moreNicky He
Although it’s a tavern, the food is surprisingly good. Pictures in reviews for this restaurant is rather outdated, but the quality seems to live up to its ratings. We ordered El Moro Burger (4.5/5) and Duck Confit (5/5) for brunch. Note that the Duck Confit here is different from the usual French one people knows, but the meat is cooked to perfection paired with an amazing sauce.
… moreChuck Wojack Jr
Amazing experience and food. Fast friendly service. Great drinks, espresso martini. And bone marrow was so good.
… moreDutch J. Lowe
never been until a late night drive from Farmington for dinner with a friend. I just said this place is boujie lol but service, food was excellent. Thank you!
… moreJay D. R.
Service was really great. Coffee was topped off consistently and everyone was very friendly. The food was okay. I got the salmon Benedict. Honestly a one and done only because I’ve had better but if they added some avocado, it would elevate that one.
The Mrs. got the huevos ranchero and again, nothing to write home about but still great for some regular brunch.
The drinks were great and the coffee was good, and service on point! so that helps cover the food side. Definitely saving to give another shot and try their other menus.
Enjoy!
… moreT Fitz
Great experience here! The food was delicious. Our entrees included the Roasted Chicken, the Strip, the Scallops and the Orzo w/ Salmon. All were excellent. The staff was very friendly and the service, overall, on-point.
… moreNuclear Engineer
Five stars all the way for El Moro – great food, great atmosphere, great service.
Highlight of visiting El More is the charcuterie – so many meat and cheese choices it’s hard to choose. So I didn’t. I asked the bartender to surprise me and her choices were perfect and delicious.
If you want a comfortable dining experience with outstanding food, El Moro is your spot.
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