Aemono
Choose from the deli case where a blend of flavors from Asia, the Mediterranean, India and other countries influence your choice of take-out options.
156 Society Drive, Lawson Hill, 970.728.2085

Argentine Grille
Eamonn O’Hara brings diverse flavors to Rico with cuisine of the Americas. Incorporating food from the U.S. and all directions south, the menu holds everything from masa-crusted crab cakes to skirt-steak tacos. Open for lunch and dinner with a full bar.
124 Glasglow Ave., S. Hwy. 145, Rico, 970.967.3000.

Blue Jay Café
A change of scenery and a great menu—you’ll find both at the remodeled Blue Jay Café, located a short drive down valley from Telluride on Highway 145. The restaurant serves home-style breakfast, lunch and dinner.
22332 Hwy. 145, Sawpit, 970.728.0830.

Cindybread
Lawson Hill hosts a sunny artisan bakery. The lunch menu features sandwiches on fresh breads, deli salads, hot deli entrees and French pastries. The breakfast choices are short and sweet: breakfast sandwiches or fresh-baked pastries. Enjoy indoor and outdoor seating.
168 Society Dr., Lawson Hill, 970.369.1116.

Dunton Hot Springs
Extensive remodeling has turned this rustic mining camp into an elegant resort. Dunton serves fresh food from regional farms: grass-fed beef and lamb, wild trout, and an array of fruits and vegetables and wine. Soak in the hot springs and enjoy lunch or dinner.
52068 West Fork Road, off Hwy. 145,
near Dolores, 970.882.4800

Tarragon
Located at Elk Mountain Resort, this restaurant features an array of regional and Alpine Pyrenees cuisine. Award-winning culinary director Richard Chamberlain oversees this gourmet dining experience. Transportation available from Telluride.
97 Elk Walk, off the Dave Wood Road between Montrose and Telluride, 970.252.4935.