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Donita's Cantina

330 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-349-6674
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Ranked #20 of 47 restaurants in Crested Butte
Cuisines: Mexican
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Dinner, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Dinner, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Los Gatos, California
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

We had some wonderful top-shelf, super-sized margaritas to go along with our very fresh and flavorful mexican fare. Crunchy tacos, cheesy enchiladas and some tasty rice and beans.

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See 9 more reviews by greatfoodandtravel for Crested Butte
Fort Collins, Colorado
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We met some locals who highly recommended we try Donita's. We heeded their advice, and we were so happy that we did! The food was delicious and so were the margaritas. We enjoyed our experience there.

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See 2 more reviews by DesireeS403 for Crested Butte
Houston
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10 reviews 10 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

Donita's Cantina has a long history in Crested Butte. It's definitely New Mexican in style, versus Tex-Mex. Their green chile is wonderful. Ask about the margarita and food specials. Margaritas on the rocks are the speciality. Their chile con queso is a yummy appetizer, and any of their open faced enchiladas with extra green chile is hard to beat. Save... More

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Norwalk, CT
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

The food was plentiful and well prepared. The staff was friendly and helpful. I liked the atmosphere and large portions.

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Lake Tahoe, NV
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3 restaurant reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013

We ate here on our first night in Crested Butte. We were exhausted from the drive in from Denver and just wanted a quick easy meal so we could go back to our room and get some rest before skiing the next day. We mostly picked this place because they had a 2 dollar margarita special. The margaritas were great,... More

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See 4 more reviews by Skifyukon for Crested Butte
Atlanta
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58 reviews 58 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

Not alot of ambience but good mexican food. Definitely order the Silver Patron margarita's they are superior compared to the top shelf house margarita's. Everyone enjoyed their meals. I had the fish tacos which were delicious. The wait service was rushed. My waitress addressed me as "what's your order lady?" That forgiven due to the outstanding margarita's.

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See 2 more reviews by havefuntoday14 for Crested Butte
Florida
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17 reviews 17 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

Excellent Mexican food that is made from scratch in a cozy atmosphere in one of our favorite ski towns, Crested Butte, CO. Large groups & families are welcome and receive warm and attentive server from all the staff. The margaritas were delicious and the margarita of the day always has a unique twist to it. Would highly recommend this restaurant... More

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See 4 more reviews by snowhoney for Crested Butte
Palmetto, Florida
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44 reviews 44 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2013

Food was excellent had pulled pork quesadilla and blue corn enchilada special so much food but really tasty good reheated too :)

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See 3 more reviews by crittergirl for Crested Butte
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2013 via mobile

Donita's was one of the best Mexican restaurants we have been to in a long time. The food was excellent, the atmosphere was great and the service was very friendly. We will definitely come back here!

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Canton, Georgia
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

Food was really good, nice getting real green chili sauce. It was expensive, however the portions were very big. Service was also very good.

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