The food was delicious, the drinks were well made, and the atmosphere was very relaxed.

Roberto and happy were literally a breath of fresh air they are wonderful amazing and kind they are the best bartenders here will be back

This place was fantastic! I had the smoked salmon, just great. Has a great steampunk vibe to it. Staff is awesome. Got there just after opening for breakfast and it filled up quickly. Not to mention a good Bloody Mary.

We spent the morning at Mesa Verde and were looking for lunch somewhere in Durango afterwards. We found El Moro and are so glad! Everything was amazing from the food to service to ambiance. We started with their bone marrow appetizer, served with an amazing herbal green sauce and capers. My boyfriend asked for an IPA recommendation and was very impressed by their selection. I got a modified blackberry gin cocktail that I will be trying to recreate at home. Grace was our server, and she did a great job. She was super knowledgeable about the menu and helpful with all of our requests. You could tell the whole staff was working together to make things a great experience for all of their guests. For lunch I had the hot Tennessee chicken sandwich - the best either of us had ever tried - and my boyfriend had the ramen. We were both thoroughly impressed and have found a new favorite spot in Durango. We will definitely be returning and highly recommend El Moro for lunch, dinner, drinks, or snacks. Everything was delicious!!!

Our river guide from Southwest river trips recommended El Moro. It didn’t disappoint. Food was amazing and service was top notch! We had a party of 6 and we got sat right away (went around 5:30). One must have is the Scotch Egg.

The most memorable meal we had traveling from Colorado Springs to Telluride to Pagosa Springs. Food was just incredible. Had the octopus and bone marrow.

Cocktails were on point and the service was excellent. Our waiter was Thomas. We informed him of what our preferences are and his recommendations were spot on. He was very attentive. The cocktails were perfect- not too sweet and great flavor combinations. I got the True Romance. The ambiance is great- I loved the exposed brick and the decor.

The Firefly is delicious! The Southside was smooth and went down way too easy. we had the Bulgogi, ultra tender sirloin on top of risotto with a side of baby bok choi and black sesame seeds in spicy drizzle w/ microgreens. Wow, very pleasing! Great wait staff & friendly service. Our friends had the shrimp & grits and the lamb burger and were pleased with their meals too.

We got the scotch egg and the Jose. The scotch egg was prepared perfectly and everything I wanted and remembered. The aioli was a delicious addition and the presentation was great. The Jose was incredible, great textures from the polenta and the tots, and great heat(spicy) from the chipotle hot sauce. The creamy decadence from the sauce paired with thpe sour, spicy chipotle was a great combination. The meals were adequately portioned and totally worth the price for such great quality. No issues with service and the ambiance is nice. The only problem we had is getting in, this place is very popular. I would recommend calling well ahead in the evenings.

Gorgeous atmosphere, brilliant cocktails, phenomenal food, and the staff are fantastic. Recommend every aspect of this Tavern

+2

Service is amazing went to the bar ordered food had been served at a timely manner order drinks each came out perfect the bartender Sterling made the perfect Whiskey Sour his choice on ingredients was amazing. Over all food and drinks were great would recommend for those who have a specific taste in beverage selection was very vast.

Sunday brunch was incredible. We sat at the bar, Justine, killed it. Great service, great food, and great cocktails, plus 24 ounce Banquets. What more can you ask for?

This place came highly recommended and we couldn’t be happier with the experience! Food was delicious.

Awesome place, great food and some kick ass people. The main man Tommy hooked me up with a good food choice and did not let me down. Told you I’d leave a review Tommy!

El Moro has become a Sunday brunch favorite when we are in the area. We usually sit at the bar and get the best service (shout out to Alex...so kind, friendly, genuinely helpful and makes a great Bloody Mary/Michelada!). Every brunch item we've tried has been so good. We are excited to come for dinner next time we are in town.

Excellent food and cocktails, with a great “steampunk” atmosphere. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. If you like seafood try the mussels and curry. You will not regret going to this restaurant. The staff is so nice and great at recommending good food or drinks.

I am happy and grateful to say that we gave it another chance and everything was fabulous. My guests from out of town loved everything. Octopus was amazing. Green pea risotto was delicious. Burger was back to excellence. Charcuterie board was back to what I expected . Always have loved this place and was so disappointed by the experience previously reviewed. So glad it was a one off . This place has been an all-time favorite. Came in for my birthday and was really excited. Then unfortunately had a terrible experience with almost all of our food. The beet salad was and always has been great. Our server Luke was very helpful and is always awesome but he let the manager know our complaint to when she stepped in she was less than helpful and actually kind of rude to me about my complaint. The steak we ordered medium rare was completely dry and mostly cooked through. The burger was also subpar tonight and it is usually delicious. I only ate half of it, which says something.The fries that came with the steak might as well come out of a bag and they probably did. ( texture and taste were of frozen bagged fries) We got the charcuterie board for an appetizer which is usually one of my favorites. The bread was completely dry.usually it’s delicious and soft focaccia.Only a couple pieces of cheese came with the dish. I hate leaving a bad review for this place because , like I said it’s been an all-time favorite, but I was very unhappy with our food this evening and worried that it might be going downhill. I also felt like the manager didn’t care when I told her about my experience with the dish and so felt like I needed to leave a review here. It just wasn’t the customer service experience I expected there. Hopefully the food quality goes back up because we send a lot of people here from the motel we run in town.

overall amazing dining experience! the beet salad was wonderful and they very easily adjusted certain items to my dietary restrictions. the waitress was also fantastic and the overall steampunk vibes of the restaurant were awesome!! I can’t wait to come back!

El Moro made our weekend in Durango! Two great dinners, wonderful service, unique and delicious cocktails! We can't wait to get back there!

One of the few places that still has excellent service post covid. They have a wide variety of liquors for mixed drinks and are experts at crafting them.

Price matched experience. Steak is really good quality. Appetizers we had mussels and chicken lollipop, solid. Drinks were also really good and service was on par. 5/5

El Morrow his hands down, one of my favorite places I've eaten. Perfect little restaurant with amazing food. We got the bone marrow, Pork Sugo and Steak Frites.

The burrata was exquisite. Followed by a wonderful pan-seared trout! Excellent food and great service.

We were lucky enough to get in this place before the rush! Sat down right away. Good service. Awesome food! Definitely was unique with all the meat and cheese choices. Server recommended some things. Checked on us often. Loved my salmon. My husband loved his steak as well. Very flavorful. Good price for quality. Wasn't large portions which was good because we weren't super full. Nice vice. Hostess was friendly. Would definitely recommend for out of towners!!!

Went here late at night for apps, desert, and a night cap. The location is fantastic, exactly what I want from downtown Durango! Service was super fast, even close to closing. Everyone was very nice and it was delicious. Will make this a regular stop on each visit from now on.

Good place! Worth checking out. Good atmosphere; it's got a vibe. Scallops were excellent. I totally plan on swinging back by here again.

Everything we ordered was delicious. Seating for 6 was plentiful. Wednesday meatloaf sandwich, roasted tomato sandwich, cuban, salmon and daikon salad plus the kids menu was a hit with the kids. Ambience inside for lunch was great - would be even better at night with the mountain tavern atmosphere.

Food is unique and excellent, the service however is dominated by waiters walking around empty handed, empty water glasses and unfilled coffee. Not sure why the fine art of being a waiter is overlooked Not my first time, I live in Durango

El Moro is a perfect place to have cozy dinner. Interior is fun, service is nice, food is delicious, cocktails are balanced to perfection. Me favorite appetizer is LOLLIPOPS with honey sambal sauce. Love it!

We had dinner here last night for my husband’s birthday with our son and the in laws and it was an incredible experience. All of our food was top notch! My husband’s NY strip steak was delicious and my trout was light and flavorful. Drinks were also spectacular across the board. We had Jen and Sierra take care of us and the service they provided was second to none! They were so friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend Moro to anyone visiting Durango! You won’t be disappointed!

Great service, delicious brunch, fun fancy drinks and gorgeous ambience

+1

Where do I start? Well first off we were greeted by super friendly hosts and the wait staff were all professional and knowledgeable. Ours liked to eat here as a customer before working here. The cocktails are refined and mixed by experts. The food was really great. I had a salad with fresh greens and a complex dressing. The salmon was truly perfect and we folded with a yummy dessert. The atmosphere is casual so don’t obsess about that you wear. The food and experience will rival any high end restaurant.

Oh, **darlings**, gather 'round as I regale you with tales of a truly *exquisite* evening spent at a veritable gem in the rough-hewn wilderness of Durango, Colorado: the divine El Morro! We happened upon this oasis of sophistication, perched ourselves at the bar—because, as one does, *one must*—and were immediately greeted by the dynamic duo of **Happy and James**. Their names, of course, could not be more fitting, as they delivered *utter joy* with every swish of their cocktail shakers and swirl of their bar towels. Now, allow me to paint you a picture of their libations. I, being a woman of refined taste, indulged in the *Welcome to the Jungle*, a cocktail so enchanting, so *delectable*, I could hear the distant roar of untamed wilderness as I sipped. Adam, ever the beer connoisseur, went for the *Mexican Lager*—which, though perhaps a humble choice, was perfectly befitting his rugged charm. Ah, but we’ve already set our sights on the next visit, where the *Coffin Varnish* shall be ours to try. A name like that promises nothing short of dramatic, gothic indulgence. The atmosphere? A delightful *carnival of fun*—oh, such zest and vivacity. And the food! We indulged in the **Burrata**, a dish so intricate and well-executed that one might call it a culinary work of art. Fresh, bold, and simply *divine*. Rest assured, we shall return, for this is no ordinary haunt—oh no, this is an *experience*. Thank you, El Morro, for an unforgettable evening. We shall be back!

Wonderful breakfast spot! Room to breath at the bar and the classic breakfast was delicious!! I also had the green eggs and ham cocktail which was fantastic!

I stumbled across El Moro nearly 4 years ago on a brief overnight in Durango. The food and especially service, thanks to Thomas Wallace was so good that I knew I would be back one day. Thomas spent hours teaching me about spirits and introducing me to new cocktails. He even shared the history about many of the spirits. His passion and skill were top tier! Fast forward to now, an unfortunately Thomas is not presently working at El Moro, but I was fortunate enough to have stayed in touch with him. He connected me with the GM, Mandi and together the two of them helped make my engagement day an unforgettable experience. The food, cocktails and service remain amongst the best I’ve ever experienced. This place will be a staple for us every time we visit Durango! Thank Thomas, Mandi, Paco, Ralph, Greg, Conner and Emerson for your hospitality and incredible service!

We went for the Bone Marrow shot... it was so fun but gross. I had a symmetry cocktail that was amazing! All the food looked so good around us. Will be back to try more.

I have a new favorite bar in Durango. The drinks are well made and delicious, and the charcuterie platter is FANTASTIC!!! These folks have it all, and they are worth the visit. The staff is friendly and the aged wood decor is beautiful.

This place was truly amazing, which was a big surprise. Did not walk in expecting to get such a great meal. We had three appetizers and two entrées and they were all delicious. It was one of the best meals that we’ve had in a very long time. Our only suggestion is that the fries were served cold with the burger. Strongly recommend checking this place out as everything was so wonderful.

Tony, Tommy, & Tiffany delivered a killer service. Enormous spirits selection including whiskey options that rises up a two story wall. Every restaurant shut down food service @ 9:00 on a Saturday night, but their kitchen remained open till 11:00. So happy I didn’t to have to resort to a grilled cheese or drive through and instead got a 5 star meal. Prices are very reasonable too!

A nice mix of different cultured foods presented in an elevated manner. I had the lamb burger and it was lovely and the next day I had the mojo risin' sandwich with a side salad topped with red wine vinegrette. Their prices are super affordable and the quality is great. They even have a ladder for their booze. You'll just have to go! 😂

Hubby ordered Pork Sugo. It was superb. I ordered the Corn Risotto with oyster mushrooms it was too salty for me but the mushrooms and tomatoes were yummy. Desert was the lemon tart oh my delicious! Great service great atmosphere.

Holy cow.. or should I say duck. The duck confiete biscuits and gravy might have been the best savory breakfast I’ve ever had. Then I finished it off with the malted waffles and couldn’t have been happier. Server was fast and kept bringing the coffee and water.

Great service every visit, delicious, well executed food! The scallops are my favorite! And I recommend my favorite drink Welcome to the Jungle, fresh and aromatic! Or try the Alchemist, adorably served in a beaker!

+2

Got a Monday Night ? beer that was very good. Kinda tasted like an Alagash White Ale but I haven’t peeked in the brown paper bag yet to find out the big secret. Wifey had the “Remember the Maine” and it was very good — kind of a sweet peppermint flavor.

+1

El Moro Alex our waiter was spiffy, love his vibe, vivacious attitude. I loved the green curry mussels. Mhusband ordered the Bologogi, fabulous, loved the bokchoy! Jen and Calso did a great job greeting us and getting our table ready. Ricky walked by with the biggest smile on his face, carrying his favorite dessert to a customer. I WOULD RECOMMEND

+6

Went here for out Valentine's / honeymoon dinner. Had an absolutely wonderful time. The drinks, charcuterie, main courses, and dessert were all amazing. So many unique infusions of flavor. We had the honey burbon salmon, and NY Strip steak. Both of them tasted awesome! Best drinks are coffin varnish, bee's knees, and old fashioned!, Can't wait to come back again the next time we come through!

Great food with relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Knowledge, friendly staff. My boyfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast bagel with salmon, and a couple of breakfast drinks. This was our second time here and each time has been an amazing dining experience!

We were only in Durango for four nights but we ate at El Moro Both nights to end our stay. We had the green curry mussels Both times and they are incredible. Pro Tip: Just order them with extra bread and a couple of side salads – you won’t be disappointed. Pair with the Sauv Blanc. But what really made both visits special were the service by Tiffany and Maris. The entire team at El Moro Is incredible and works so well together. Tiffany and Maris Made both visits special and put it over the top for us. We can’t wait to return when back in Durango. Keep up the great work! - Warm Chard guy, lol. - Jeff

I live in Phoenix and travel through Durango frequently so I have made a habit of trying new restaurants each time I am there. El Moro was fantastic. The service was amazing from start to finish, the food was delicious, and their menu was expansive in both food and drinks. The decor was so well put together and it created a fun and cozy vibe. The bathroom was also super cute and clean. I’ll definitely be back soon, if only just for a drink at the bar.

Burata was great as was the French Chardonnay. Trout could use bit more seasoning and veggies were fresh but be hotter then luke warm. Serving staff is excellent and friendly!

Fantastic food. The BLT was incredible with sliced apples, cucumber and a tomato chutney. The Cobb salad and bacon burger were great also. Is you're ever in Durango, stop by El Moro!

+2

What an excellent little bar and grill. Straight out of the 19th century, you feel like a cowboy's about to walk right through the door. I had the dry age pork chop at the top (second best pork chop I have ever had, in my life). My buddy had the lamb shank...it was very good but pretty under seasoned, however the polenta underneath...mind blowing! Definitely going there for brunch tomorrow!

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!

Amazing experience and food. Fast friendly service. Great drinks, espresso martini. And bone marrow was so good.

Dutch 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!

ariana 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!

Olivia Pach

Ate at the bar and best appetizers for sure. Had the soup/stew and the chicken lollipops and both were amazing. Would happily stop back here when next in Durango. The bartenders had great service and kept the whole atmosphere of the bar fun.

AJ 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.

Nicky 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.

Nuclear 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.

Caroline Behnke

5 stars for sure! Honestly…best restaurant I’ve ever been to because of the service, food quality and atmosphere and that says a lot! Our server Mandy was excellent and extremely knowledgeable with the menu and giving recommendations. Made our day trip to Durango one to remember for sure!

jill pj

Nice cozy and toasty spot in downtown Durango. We had great service and the food was delicious. I recommend the Caesar salad but make sure you ask them to put a little less dressing on it. The chicken lollipops were great and the salmon was delicious.

Melissa Denise

My fave spot in my new fave town! I love the vibe of Durango and I also love the food and drinks in El Moro! We sat at the bar and got to chat with the staff who made me laugh the entire time. The scotch egg is so yummy and its actually super filling. I got the cold brew iced mocha to drink and it was so good that I actually ordered it twice. My boyfriend got the liquid IV to drink and it came in this cool plastic bag! I 100% am determined to come back to Durango just so I can eat and drink at El Moro!

+2

C Patti

We just ate dinner at El Moro Spirits and Tavern. My husband had the Lamb Burger which he raved about, before, during and after he ate it! I had the Lemon Orzo with chicken. It was so flavorful and a great blend of flavors. I'm bummed that I forgot to get pictures, but both of our Entrees were amazing, so we bought the kitchen staff a round of drinks! Our waitress was Ky who was absolutely delightful and super helpful! Her sister was on the bar tonight and made me "The Alchemist" which was incredibly tasty and the right touch with my meal. We will gladly go back when visiting Durango as it is a gem! Thank you!

T 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.

+1

Erica Watkins

Our last hurrah before leaving Durango and they hit it out of the park! The Scotch was cooked PERFECTLY and tasted even better 😍 My son had the Ramen and it was delicious and incredibly flavorful! I had the Nashville spicy chicken sandwich definitely tasty. I LOVED the theme and decor even down to the details in the bathroom! Staff was so friendly and very attentive!

+6

Very interesting menu with a great variety of dishes and cocktails. We had the salmon and it was delicious. The smores dessert was pretty good. We had a beet salad but the mustardy sauce wasn't to my liking.

Excellent eggs Benedict. Sausage is odd. The chicken fried steak was good. Tater tots were a hit at the table. No non-dairy options for coffee.

Loved the vibe, and the people - truly great service. The drinks were very good, as were the appetizers, but I was disappointed in some of the food. The pasta dish I had (Calabrian chili pasta) felt a bit bland to me, and the duck risotto while very flavorful and tasty, was overly salty. The chocolate cake seemed very dry to us as well. We would still come back, and hope the food is better next time!

I loved this place and has always been one of my favorites, but they got rid of the lamburger and it is absolutely devesstating. It was one of thier best dishes and I am in a state of distress. Please bring it back.

Excellent brunch, with many unique options for the area. I had the green chili and hollandaise over polenta and poached egg. Delicious! The tater tots were good, but could use some seasoning.

Upper end restaurant with an old west atmosphere and very good food. This is definitely gourmet, so if you’re looking for big food, this isn’t the place. However, what you order is delicious. We had the Hanger Steak, Miso Salmon, and a cachuterie plate with a combination of meat and cheeses. This was served with Foccosia and another bread with oil and balsamic vinegar. Our waitress was very personable and attentive but not so much to spoil the meal. For those that at nature conscious, they even have straws made from real straw! Although mostly not authentic, the décor is old west with prints of 1800 Durango adorning the walls. They also lit the place with Edison lights inside of Mason jars as well as cheese grater sconces. The bathrooms were mix of modern accommodations with old exposed copper plumbing. Very eclectic.

+2

Nice atmosphere. Homey garlic salmon was excellent, the carrot ginger puree made the dish. The Korean Fried Califlower turns veggies into comfort food; spicy, fried, fantastic. Nice date night.

Great cocktails and upscale eats in the heart of Downtown Durango. One star removed because they have zero vegetarian or vegan entrees, and very limited options

+2

Went here with some friends for dinner and drinks. The drinks are spectacular, I would recommend the Colorado mule! Their charcuterie boards are awesome because you can mix and match different cheeses to your liking. Entrees were substantially sized and fairly delicious for a restaurant that’s main focus is drinks. Our server is the reason that it just missed 5 stars, but we still had a great time!

Bailey Maio

The risotto was amazing. They have gluten and dairy free menu that you can request. Staff was great but drink service was a little slow but I would return if we drive through again

Neil Rupp

Nothing like finding gluten free (GF) beer on the menu from Holidaily! Also was nice having a GF bread option for a sandwich. Was a little loud on a Saturday night, but that’s just what happens. :)

John 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.

Alishia Aronoff

We went on a Friday evening. We were seated right away. The fried cauliflower appetizer was very good. The steak frites was cooked perfectly. Duck fat fries were amazing, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Garlic aioli was perfect. Service was a bit lacking. Seemed short staffed. One of our tables entrees was forgotten. Otherwise nice experience. Atmosphere is very nice.

Jay 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!

BAMF

The food was good, presented very well. The portions were a touch less than average, but their various charcuterie boards were priced nicely to make up for it. The waiter was a complete flake, visited us once throughout the meal, offered us free dessert for my wife's birthday, then completely forgot, even after reminding him. We aren't the type to remind someone a third time, so it ends up here.

Red L

This place was really good. I also like the atmosphere, there was alot to look at in fixtures and decor. They have a pretty good menu also, which made it very hard to decide. I ended up choosing the Guido Benedict and it was very good. I also order a drink to which the name slips my mind however, it was very good also. This was my 1st time here and definately will not be my last. Service was prompt and waiter was friendly and helpful with recommendations. If you visit Durango, give this place a try.

+18

Being that I am a local I try and keep any negative reviews at bay. However, sometimes constructive criticism is necessary. The restaurants ambiance is top notch. I also love the appetizers and cocktails! However, lately the main dishes have been sub par. I ordered the salmon cooked through and received it medium rare. The risotto was bland as well. The prices have gone up and the food remains lackluster. Positive ending was the ok free dessert I received; only after I asked for it to be comped. Great for drinks and apps, main dishes not so much.

Short wait to get in. Drinks were good Had an appetizer and one drink. Appetizer was the bone marrow which is hard to find on a menu anywhere. Took a little longer than we hoped for the appetizer to come out. Wait staff was excellent.

The food is marginal. The green lip mussels are so, so hot. The octopus was rubbery. Inedible. Over rated!

Came for my birthday and was so disappointed. We come to el Moro for special occasions (we don’t go out often) but it’s always been a favorite. Haven’t been since we bought our house 4 years ago. We ordered 3 appetizers (we were there for happy hr) and waited 30 minutes, other tables were getting entrees that arrived after us. We then ordered the trout and bavette steak. Waited another at least 30 minutes. Only to be delivered cold food. We sent it back and waiting another 25, my husband got the same steak which was now very well done. Our server never checked on us. They gave us dessert for my birthday but for a $200 tab, cold food and 2.5 hrs we unfortunately probably won’t be back to an old favorite spot.

We have been coming to el Moro for years. We have been sorely disappointed with the changes in the menu. The traditional menu items were omitted. The food is odd. The food was served cold. Service is still good but we won’t be able to continue to support the brunch.

Is the food at El Moro good enough to make up for the terrible service? No, not in my opinion. One would think that the manager at El Moro would appreciate the extra money being spent in the establishment while we waited for the rest of our party and our reservation time at the bar but the attitude we received proved otherwise. If you are looking for a fun night out with more than five people, find another restaurant. The more people in your party the less excited they are to have you dine with them. The reservations were unable to be processed online and had to call the restaurant to make a reservation, which required a credit card to charge if someone in the party didn't show up is not stated anywhere on the website. Is this only for larger parties or all reservations in general? Our waitress seemed to be enjoying her time even less than we were and was taking it out on us. Would not recommend it.

Really sad to write this review. We’re locals and this place used to be a great to get a really good steak. Came today and paid $100 for two steaks and they were pretty bad, the sauce that came with the steak was very strange. We also ordered fish that was not great also. The service was wonderful as usual. We heard they just changed the chef, big shame.

Amber Turley

My husband and I have been coming El Moro for 2 years for brunch and always have been pleased with both the food and cocktail menu. We have been sad to see all of our favorites removed from the menu and lack of items at the bar on weekends. We are sad to leave but we will be finding a different weekend brunch spot. Locals are the ones to keep you open during off-season.