True Grit Cafe
About the Business
True Grit Cafe, located at 123 North Lena Street in Ridgway, Colorado, is a cozy and welcoming restaurant that pays homage to the Academy Award winning movie "True Grit" starring John Wayne. Since opening on New Year's Eve in 1985, the café has been a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike to enjoy quality comfort food in a relaxed atmosphere.
Guests can enjoy a variety of dishes, from juicy steaks to entree salads to delicious burgers, all prepared with care and served with a side of true comfort. The café also boasts a bar where locals gather to catch up and unwind over a drink.
With a scenic view of the San Juan Mountains from the balcony deck, True Grit Cafe offers a unique dining experience that combines history, culture, and great food. Whether you're passing through the area or calling Ouray County home, the True Grit Cafe Family is ready to welcome you and serve you your next great meal. Come and experience a piece of John Wayne's old stomping grounds at True Grit Cafe.
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Location & Phone number
123 N Lena St, Ridgway, CO 81432, United States
Hours open
Monday:
11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Tuesday:
11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday:
11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday:
11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Sunday:
11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Reviews
"Great burgers and a small town vibe. If you like John Wayne, this is a great place to visit. The town park and stores next door make it a great stop for families. The restaurant is small though, so you might have to wait for a table during the busy times."
"It's been about 10 years since I was there last but still a great memory. Found the place by accident while traveling by motorcycle. It was mid week and not busy. My waitress was great. She wasn't real busy and me noticing all the JW memorabilia I was asking lots of questions and she took the time to answer. Several others (customers) also chimed in with more anecdotes and history, treated my like an old friend or local! Loved the experience and am heading west on the bike this year, so this flatlander is going to make a point of visiting again! Cheers!"
"This place was awesome! It was really busy, but the staff was quick and efficient. Meatloaf with green chili on it is my new favorite thing. We also had the elk burger and it was good."
"This place was awesome. On top of being a great attraction, the atmosphere, food and service were excellent. Even the other patrons/strangers were cool. Nice view, short wait, impressive food. I got 'the grit' this time. Everything that went by to other tables looked like a great choice, too. Looking forward to trying one of the many other impressive choices next time."
"We visited 'True Grit Cafe' Sunday, August 20th 2023. Our food was excellent! But our welcome was very flat. It felt as if we were interrupting the bartender who had to help us be seated. And when I asked somebody walking by for extra napkins the woman told me to ask somebody else. Really?! I have been on the waitress/bartender side of service and would never tell a patron to ask somebody else. Although we were seated immediately the atmosphere felt crowded, stifled and unwelcoming. Like I said it felt like we were interrupting. The memorabilia is amazing and I love the history behind the cafe. Regardless of how famous the cafe is, the customer service needs improvement. With the exception of our waitress! She was very sweet, proficient and kind!"
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