Durango offers a large array of cuisine and there are restaurants and cafes that cater to different needs and tastes. You'll find any atmosphere you need to go with the family, friends, your significant other or to a business meeting with colleagues. Everything from tacos to elegant meals for a romantic evening, you are bound to find just what you crave.
Tres Durangos
Tres Durangos is an excellent option for dining in the Historic Center. This restaurant/bar is located in an old house from a bygone era, which gives it an air of elegance and tradition. The menu is decorated with the posters of movies that have been filmed in Durango and while you eat, you can listen to live minstrel music. There are even Mariachis to make your experience complete.
101 Vuelve a la Vida
The best seafood can be found in this picturesque restaurant. Its name "Vuelve a la Vida" means "Return to Life" and refers to those days when one has a little too much to drink the night before. This restaurant has a variety of drinks including Clamatos, grapefruit juice, mint, ginseng and a series of specialties, mostly with a beer base.
Corleone
Corleone is a wonderful option for Italian food. This restaurant is very popular and their pizzas are famous among locals. It offers excellence in Italian food and it's a great choice if you're in the mood for pizza.
El Kilo
El Kilo is a great option for Mexican cuisine in a very traditional setting. The decor is picturesque and the food offered is made with traditional ingredients and authentic salsas. Some of the local dishes you can find here are barbacoa, mole, Chiles en Nogada, carnitas, arrachera and a variety of drinks. And don't forget to try the delicious desserts. Simply marvelous!
Gorditas Gabino
Gorditas Gabino is a local Durango favorite. The atmosphere is cozy and family-oriented and has a style and renowned service that has maintained it as a favorite for more than two decades. Their dishes have an authentic homemade flavor which include the specialty of the house: the traditional "gorditas" (deep-fried corn meal patties, made normally with pieces of sausage). Don't miss out on trying one!
Khave Cafe Cooltural
Khave is a healthy entertainment option for the young people of Durango. Created for the "youth" by the "youth", it's meant to be a hip place to have a good time. Khave is an interesting combination of cafe/reading lounge/bar/ lounge/ movie club, with works of art covering the walls as part of the decor. There is a hefty selection books and movies, live groups and a wonderful food and drink service. There are also excellent food choices which run the gamut of fish, seafood, poultry, pasta and even sushi.
La Casa de Teja
La Casa de Teja is one of the most sophisticated restaurants in Durango. The atmosphere is enjoyable and the decor, elegant, making it a perfect place for a romantic dinner or a special occasion. If you are looking for an excellent dining experience, La Casa de Teja is waiting for you.
Los Cuatro Vientos
Los Cuatro Vientos is a local tradition in Durango that serves fish and seafood-based dishes in a family atmosphere. The menu also includes dishes from Veracruz , broth, soup, fillets, a wide variety of tostadas of shrimp and octopus ceviche (lime-cured fish), salads and lobster.
La Finca
La Finca offers a sensational Sunday buffet as well as a varied menu which offers poultry, fine cuts of beef, seafood and fish. The recommendation is to try their paella (Spanish rice with seafood). An absolute treat!
La Fogata
La Fogata offers fine juicy cuts like Rib Eye, T-Bone, New York Strip, Sirloin and the traditional Arrachera. You can find International cuisine in an elegant atmosphere. This is where the locals of Durango come when they are looking for something a little more laid back and private. It's ideal for holding your business power lunches.
La Kura
This restaurant/bar is another choice among those of Durango. Whether it's to throw a party, have a get-together or have a little fun, La Kura is an excellent option. The atmosphere is easy going and the food is tasty. Don't leave without trying the famous Durazno Beer (Peach Beer), the Cerveza Verde (Green Beer) and the shrimp quesadillas.
La Querencia
La Querencia is an excellent option for traditional Northern-style Mexican dishes, such as pozole (hominy soup with either chicken or pork), menudo, fine cuts and chilorio, accompanied by large, hot, freshly made tortillas. Apart from its extensive menu, La Querencia also has a billiards table, complete bar service and an occasional live group.
Lucca Ristorante
Here you will find the best of Italian cuisine, including antipasto, soup, salads, pasta, meat and seafood. This little piece of Italy in the center of Durango offers dishes created by a chef formed in the Old World culinary arts. The decor includes artistic elements such as sculptures and paintings that give the feel of the restaurant's namesake, the city of Lucca, Italy.
Mirage
Mirage specializes in International cuisine and has a family-style atmosphere. You can enjoy seafood and a fabulous buffet on the weekends. The Mirage Chicken Breast is also highly recommended. If you bring your kids, the restaurant also has a play area so that you can relax while your kids can play to their hearts' content.
Zona Cero Sport Bar & Restaurant
Even though the majority of the people who visit Zona Cero come during the night, the excellent atmosphere has prompted the restaurant to open from the early afternoon. It's a wonderful option for lunch or dinner, while watching a soccer game, a boxing match or any sort of sporting event. Zona Cero Sport Bar & Restaurant is a guaranteed excellent option for a night out.