Mahogany Grille
An Old West-styled restaurant inside the historic Strater Hotel, offering period-inspired American fare and a magical Victorian ambiance.
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Mahogany Grille
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An Old West-styled restaurant inside the historic Strater Hotel, offering period-inspired American fare and a magical Victorian ambiance.
"Mahogany Grille is a must-stop; if you are ever in Durango, do yourself a favor and stop by."
Book Ahead
Make reservations to guarantee your seating, especially during peak times.
Happy Hour Deals
Enjoy special offers on drinks and bites during Happy Hour, 5-6 PM daily.
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Cuisine
Traditional American
Price
$$$
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Victorian Ambiance
Step back in time with the restaurant's opulent Old West-styled interior and Victorian-era aesthetic.
Perfectly Cooked Steaks
Indulge in succulent steaks, including the highly praised peppered filet and tender elk tenderloin.
Exceptional Elk Tenderloin
Savor the flavors of the renowned Elk Tenderloin, a unique and memorable dish.
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Book Ahead
Make reservations to guarantee your seating, especially during peak times.
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Enjoy special offers on drinks and bites during Happy Hour, 5-6 PM daily.
Unique Dish Exploration
Venture beyond the ordinary and try signature dishes like elk tenderloin or rainbow trout.
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Book Ahead
Make reservations to guarantee your seating, especially during peak times.
Happy Hour Deals
Enjoy special offers on drinks and bites during Happy Hour, 5-6 PM daily.
Unique Dish Exploration
Venture beyond the ordinary and try signature dishes like elk tenderloin or rainbow trout.
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Mahogany Grille offers a highly-rated fine dining experience with an enchanting Victorian ambiance and attentive service. Diners rave about perfectly cooked steaks, particularly the peppered filet and elk tenderloin, as well as the unique appetizer, 'Adult Candy.' While most experiences are exceptional, a few reviewers noted some dishes like a loaded potato being served cold, and one reviewer felt stereotyped and unwelcome.
"This was my first experience going to a restaurant alone and it was amazing. My food and drinks were absolutely perfect - I highly recommend the salmon and a chai old fashioned. But my favorite part was my server, Kelly. She was just the right amount of attentive and was genuinely kind to me. I feel like sometimes you go to a restaurant and you can tell the servers are only being nice because they have to... this was not the case with my server at all. She made me feel comfortable even though I was nervous to be eating alone, and she took the time to sit with me and talk. She even wrote me a list of bars to visit because I mentioned I was going bar hopping the next night. She congratulated me on my new job and went above and beyond to make sure I felt special. I owe her a thousand thank yous. Next time I'm in Durango, I will be sure to be back. If you see this Kelly, you're the best and thank you again!"
Amanda Stockle
"We recently celebrated a birthday and anniversary at Mahogany Grille. Chef Sam, the entire kitchen and staff made the celebration outstanding and one for the books!
First of all… the food! There were 7 of us, so we had many of the items on the menu and all were delicious! We started with the Green eggs and ham and the steak tartare- my new favorite twist on the deviled egg and they have mastered the tartare. My entree was the Herbert 2.0 - it was cooked to perfection and plated beautifully. I think I even dreamed about it later that night 😉 😍 highest compliments to the chef!!!
The service was just as top shelf. Our server Dan was kind, witty and knows his wine!
Thank you Mahogany Grille for an amazing celebration. We will be back next time we are in town."
Chellie Krajnak
"A fine dining experience right on Main Street in Durango. We arrived at 5 pm and were seated promptly without a reservation. Our server was very attentive throughout the meal, and the manager also checked on us as well as the other patrons.
I had the elk tenderloin with cherry demi sauce, and it was phenomenal. It was served with a small sweet potato and mixed vegetables. One friend had a surf and turf, and another had a steak. Everyone enjoyed their main course. However, one friend was not satisfied with her loaded potato. She said it was cold, and when she added additional butter, it didn't melt because of it being cold.
For dessert, we had a cheesecake that was creamy and delicious and the toffee cake. It had a beautiful presentation with warm toffee, vanilla ice cream, and whip cream. The cake was not my favorite, but overall, we enjoyed our dining experience."
LauraLee Beaton
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The restaurant boasts a magical Old West-styled interior with a Victorian-era aesthetic, creating a unique and enchanting dining atmosphere.
Yes, it's advisable to make reservations, especially during busy periods, to ensure timely seating.
Popular choices include perfectly cooked steaks like peppered filet and elk tenderloin, as well as unique appetizers like 'Adult Candy.'
Happy Hour is held daily between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM, offering special deals on drinks.
The chef sources ingredients locally to create delicious vegetarian dishes, alongside steak and seafood options.
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When you’re looking forward to dressing your best and enjoying a savory meal in gorgeous places to eat in Durango, CO by the very best of Victorian-era aesthetics, the Mahogany Grille is the place to be!. Situated within the Strater Hotel at 699 Main Avenue, the Mahogany Grille is a great place for date night or whenever you’re in the mood to elevate the dining experience to the next level of excellence. Dinner is served Wednesday through Sunday from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm with Happy Hour on daily between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm.
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This signature wine event includes the wildly popular Restaurant Showcase, featuring some of the area’s most talented and celebrated chefs and restaurants including: The Ore House, Eolus, Seasons, Olio, Fifth Street Eatery, HWY 3 Roadhouse, Jean-Pierre Bakery and Wine Bar, Animas Chocolate Company, Guidos, Kennebec Cafe, Mahogany Grille, Chimayo Stone Fired Kitchen, Cyprus Cafe, BREW, Steamworks Brewing Co, Carver Brewing Co, and El Moro Spirits and Tavern.
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Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the Mahogany Grill with a mimosa, a cup of bottomless fresh brewed coffee and seared trout finished with spinach and tomatoes in a lemon-butter sauce and two eggs any style. Sub a side of fresh fruit for the hash browns and toast. Or choose the Strater Exclusive Chicken Fried Ribeye Steak topped with classic house gravy and two eggs any style, skillet potatoes or BBQ baked beans, and sourdough toast.
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Be sure to head back to the Strater and enjoy the Mahogany Grille, The Office Spiritorium and the Diamond Belle Saloon après scene. After enjoying live music the Diamond Belle or Office Spiritorium you can fill up on a hearty dinner in the Mahogany Grille and get ready for the next day of adventures in Durango. If you have any questions or need any more information be sure to call us at (970) 247-4431 and ask us.
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Located adjacent to the Historic Strater Hotel, the Mahogany Grille encompasses the same Western, Victorian-style atmosphere and entrancing historic look and feel. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a long breakfast to chat with loved ones, you’ll feel right at home here. A light, fresh, specialty breakfast will be just what you need and set the tone for a wonderful day in Durango.
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Enjoy dinner at the elegant Mahogany Grille, which is open seven days a week, from 5-9 p.m. The menu features steak and seafood items, a robust wine list, all at approachable prices. The Strater chef sources ingredients from local and family owned farms and ranches to creates delicious steaks and seafood and vegetarian dishes, all at approachable prices.
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When elegant Durango Christmas dining is what you’re looking for, The Mahogany Grille is the place to be in Durango at Christmas. Make the most of their spectacular Christmas Day menu featuring everything from mouthwatering steak options to sensational seafood selections too. No matter what you order up, you’ll find a fantastic wine selection to match.
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Unwind dining in Durango, Colorado is brought to you by The Strater culinary team. With ingredients sourced from local and family-owned farms and ranches, Chef creates masterpieces of taste from small plates to traditional favorites like Peppered Steak Herbert. The unwind experience is brought to you with the expertise of our front-of-house team.
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He originally came to the city as a guest chef at the Strater Hotel’s Mahogany Grille while working as the chef at a five-star resort in Zanzibar, Tanzania. In 2013, he took over as the executive chef of the hotel and has since also done stints at the DoubleTree Hotel and Manna’s culinary arts program.
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The on-site Mahogany Grille serves local fare for dinner, and the Diamond Belle Saloon serves cocktails, lunch, brunch and dinner amid gun-fight reenactments and ragtime piano players. The Office Spiritorium is where to head for a drink and small plates.
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is your place to enjoy handcrafted cuisine while stepping back in time. We offer the ambiance of the Victorian Old West as we serve you an array of eclectic culinary specialties. It’s the blending of the simple with the ornate—of the old with the new.
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This complex also houses a fine, expensive restaurant, the Mahogany Grille, and the theater of the same name, which we are told is one of the most prestigious in Colorado, operating for 47 years with great musical performances.
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Prior bookings of the performances can get you a special dinner at the Mahogany Grille restaurant followed by a show at the theatre. Oodles of pampering and fun are guaranteed in this program.
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