When you think of small-town eateries, what comes to mind? A down-home, no-frills cafe with made-from-scratch cooking? Me, too! At least, this used to be my answer before discovering that one of the nicest restaurants in Colorado is hiding in the small town of Cortez.

Welcome to Cortez (population: 9,000 <) and its excellent Farm Bistro!

Google/Michael Laird

Billed as “comfort food with style,” the Farm Bistro is a genuine diamond in the rough, beginning with its warm ambiance, a la sandstone walls, warm lighting, and unique art.

Google/Merrett Willett

While the ambiance is reason enough to visit, the food may steal the show, as the menu features all of your favorites with a twist (think grass-fed beef burgers, yak burgers, and pita sandwiches).

Google/Paul Edmonds

When it comes to a made-from-scratch dinner, nothing beats Farm Bistro, as it boasts everything from Relleno Pie to Pan-Seared Sirloin to Moroccan-Style Lamb Meatballs, Berto Farm Italian Sausage Pasta, and a Green Chile Stew.

Google/Bilgehan Taner

Need we mention that the majority of food from the Farm Bistro comes from local farms and ranches?

Google/David Dunn

If it’s date night, friend’s night out, or you just want to treat yourself to a nice outing, be sure to visit their lounge area for stellar small plates and drinks.

Google/Karen Nechville

To learn more about this nice and welcoming eatery - including menu items and hours of operation - please visit Farm Bistro’s website.

Google/Inn Bronn

Do you have a favorite attraction, event, or restaurant that you would like to see featured here on Only in Colorado? Remember to nominate it here! To discover even more to see and do around the small and charming town of Cortez, you will want to Stay The Night With Elvis And The Rat Pack At Colorado’s Iconic Retro Inn At Mesa Verde.

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Address: The Farm Bistro, 34 W Main St, Cortez, CO 81321, USA

Welcome to Cortez (population: 9,000 <) and its excellent Farm Bistro!

Google/Michael Laird

Billed as “comfort food with style,” the Farm Bistro is a genuine diamond in the rough, beginning with its warm ambiance, a la sandstone walls, warm lighting, and unique art.

Google/Merrett Willett

While the ambiance is reason enough to visit, the food may steal the show, as the menu features all of your favorites with a twist (think grass-fed beef burgers, yak burgers, and pita sandwiches).

Google/Paul Edmonds

When it comes to a made-from-scratch dinner, nothing beats Farm Bistro, as it boasts everything from Relleno Pie to Pan-Seared Sirloin to Moroccan-Style Lamb Meatballs, Berto Farm Italian Sausage Pasta, and a Green Chile Stew.

Google/Bilgehan Taner

Need we mention that the majority of food from the Farm Bistro comes from local farms and ranches?

Google/David Dunn

If it’s date night, friend’s night out, or you just want to treat yourself to a nice outing, be sure to visit their lounge area for stellar small plates and drinks.

Google/Karen Nechville

To learn more about this nice and welcoming eatery - including menu items and hours of operation - please visit Farm Bistro’s website.

Google/Inn Bronn

Do you have a favorite attraction, event, or restaurant that you would like to see featured here on Only in Colorado? Remember to nominate it here! To discover even more to see and do around the small and charming town of Cortez, you will want to Stay The Night With Elvis And The Rat Pack At Colorado’s Iconic Retro Inn At Mesa Verde.

Google/Michael Laird

Google/Merrett Willett

Google/Paul Edmonds

Google/Bilgehan Taner

Google/David Dunn

Google/Karen Nechville

Google/Inn Bronn