Plan a getaway with loved ones this year to a four-seasons resort town like no other. Gaze out at beautiful snow-capped mountains in the winter or watch the colors of fall and summer flood the environment. The Centennial State is dotted with many of these cozy mountain towns that offer plenty of activities, attractions, and more. Telluride is one of those towns. During all the fun, you’re bound to hear your stomach rumble. While there are many brick and mortar restaurants that are ready to serve you, sometimes you need or want good food to go in Telluride.
Many of Telluride’s food cart vendors are available all year long. The winter ski season and summer festival season are busiest, and carts have expanded hours during those times. The “shoulder seasons” may mean limited hours for your favorite cart, so plan accordingly.
Good Food To Go in Telluride
Located in Heritage Plaza in Mountain Village, the food cart brings delicious Latin inspired flavors to the area. They serve up delicious bites all year long from their cozy cart. Enjoy dishes like tacos and quesadillas bursting with carne asada, chicken, chorizo, and more. You can choose from corn or flour tortillas to build your own unique blend. Enjoy a full meal when you add bottled water or a canned soft drink to wash it all down.
The Cheeze Cart
Enjoy gourmet grill cheese sandwiches, Philly cheesesteaks, chicken sandwiches and more. Add chips, and soft drinks while on the go in Telluride. Come for unique offerings like bacon apple brie grilled cheese and others. The cart is typically parked in Mountain Village year-round in Heritage Plaza.
Diggity Dogs
Get delicious gourmet hot dogs, right in Telluride. Hot dogs are piled with delicious toppings, and you can choose Chicago-style all-beef, tofu, or turkey dogs. You can also opt for Sheboygan brats that come all the way from Wisconsin. Pair it with chips and a soft drink to satisfy your hunger on a busy Telluride day. In the summer months, especially during festivals, you’ll find the cart open daily and late at night on the weekends. Winter is another peak season for the cart, while the shoulder seasons will have varying hours. They park between the New Sheridan Hotel and the San Miguel County Courthouse on Colorado Avenue.
Place Des Crepes
Also located in Heritage Plaza, they’re only open during the winter ski season. Crepe batter is made from scratch every morning by the owner – and only the owner – for daily delicious consistency. Once the crepes are prepared, they’re stuffed with sweet and savory fillings and toppings, like Nutella, raspberry, bananas, butter, spinach, cheese, tomatoes, ham, and more. Weather permitting, the stand is open daily in the Mountain Village. The cart is a staple at Heritage Plaza and has been in operation for over 20 years!
Telluride Gyro Cart
The cart serves Telluride year-round! In the winter ski season, you’ll find them bundled up in their winter gear, with a curtain to block some of the cold and wind from blowing things around. Whatever you’ve been doing throughout the day, take a break for a delicious fresh gyro or salad. Complete the meal with chips, soda or seltzer, or water. You can typically find them at the top of the Chondola/Lift 1, in Sunset Plaza.
Bonus: La Colombiana
The woman-owned business makes homemade Colombian food for the residents and visitors of Telluride. Found in Heritage Plaza in Mountain Village, you’ll savor delicious elote – corn on the cob, or beef, chicken, or potato empanadas. Try their tequenos, or arepas – crispy and fluffy cornmeal cakes stuffed with delicious fillings. Add a drink for a complete meal that satisfies so you can get back to your Telluride adventures. They are open Tuesday-Sunday during the season.
Many Dining Options in Telluride
For the best experience throughout your Telluride fall adventure, make sure the first thing you do is book a vacation rental home with Accommodations in Telluride. Choose a cozy one-bedroom for a solo or sweetheart stay, all the way up to a six-bedroom home for a large family or group reunion filled with fall fun. Our rentals are close to the many activities and attractions you came to experience and provide everything you need for a worry-free, stress-experience on your retreat.
Prepare delicious meals in the fully equipped kitchen or heat up any leftovers you may have. Stretch out in an open living space after a day of Telluride activities, or retreat to a private bedroom for some well-deserved rest before another day of fun. Book one of our premium units to include upgrades like stainless steel appliances, granite counters, hardwood floors, flat screen TVs and more!
