Visited Joel's twice while in Durango. All the cocktails we had were well made and had generous measures. Very friendly server who gave genuinely useful tips on local eating places. Excellent bar.

Ok, it was a busy weekend, but I bet its pretty busy EVERY weekend and there was only one girl, tending to the entire place. It took a very long time to get re-fills. But, the location was perfect with wonderful views of mountains and...More

Horrible bar over priced and not friendly at all. I ordered a double shot of milagro tequila which normally cost $6 to $7 a shot and the bartenders charged my husband $20. After we waited 20 min for a drinks on a slow night and...More

Joel's is the kind of bar where one automatically connect with strangers. The bartenders were very friendly and the place, which was initially (around 9PM) not very crowded filled up and at 10PM it was really hopping. The only (slightly) negative was the fairly limited...More

I have been going to Joel's for 3 years and enjoy everything that Joel has to offer. Sarah is best bartender!!!! Durango is an ethically challenged town with many dishonest business owners. This is not the case with Joel who is good people and will...More