Dining - White Buffalo | Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa

Dining at Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa

White Buffalo Restaurant + Bar

Located within Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa, White Buffalo Restaurant + Bar serves guests and local visitors seeking upscale, quality dining in Ridgway, Colorado. Conveniently located near Telluride and Ouray, the restaurant offers dinner service, a daily happiness hour, and takeout options, in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, for resort guests and local visitors.

Cozy restaurant interior with exposed wooden beams, curved white wall, and a lit fireplace with seating nearby.

Restaurant Hours

Dinner service is available daily from
5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Happiness Hour

Happiness Hour is offered daily from
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Takeout food option at White Buffalo - Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa

Takeout Availability

Takeout orders are available from
4:00 PM to 8:15 PM.

White Buffalo Dinner Dish at the Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa

Thoughtfully Prepared Cuisine

White Buffalo Restaurant + Bar offers a menu featuring carefully prepared dishes, drawing inspiration from regional ingredients and contemporary American cuisine. The restaurant emphasizes quality preparation, balanced flavors, and a dining experience that complements the mountain setting.

Mountain View from the Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa

Convenient Location Near Telluride and Ouray

Located in Ridgway, White Buffalo Restaurant + Bar is easily accessible for visitors traveling throughout the San Juan Mountain region. Guests from Telluride, Ouray, Montrose, and surrounding communities enjoy the restaurant's central location and proximity to area attractions.

Shring a meal at White Buffalo, Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa

Dining For Resort Guests and Visitors

While located within Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa, the restaurant is open to both overnight guests and the public, making it a popular dining option for travelers and local residents alike.

Outdoor seating at the White Buffalo Restaurant + Bar at Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa

Seasonal Outdoor Dining

Guests can enjoy comfortable indoor seating as well as seasonal outdoor dining opportunities that take advantage of the surrounding mountain scenery and Colorado climate.

Bar at the White Buffalo Restaurant + Bar at Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa

Full Service Bar

The restaurant's bar offers a selection of wines, beers, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages suitable for casual gatherings, business meetings, and evening dining.

Ideal Location for Special Events

White Buffalo Restaurant + Bar Rooftop Access

The White Buffalo Restaurant + Bar rooftop area is available for viewing, private events, and guest enjoyment when weather permits. Outside of scheduled events, the rooftop bar does not provide regular food or beverage service, though the space remains accessible for guests to enjoy the mountain views and atmosphere.

Fall view from the rooftop bar at White Buffalo at Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa

Celebrate With Us!

White Buffalo Restaurant + Bar serves as a natural gathering place for groups visiting Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa.

Whether you’re planning a corporate retreat, executive meeting, wedding celebration, family reunion, or private event, the restaurant provides convenient on-site dining that complements the overall guest experience. Attendees can enjoy professionally prepared meals, a full-service bar, and a welcoming mountain atmosphere without leaving the resort.

Located in Ridgway and easily accessible from Telluride, Ouray, and Montrose, White Buffalo Restaurant + Bar supports a variety of group dining needs, from informal networking gatherings and welcome receptions to post-meeting dinners and wedding weekend celebrations.

Combined with Chipeta Lodge’s accommodations, spa services, event spaces, and mountain setting, the restaurant helps create a seamless experience for groups seeking a Colorado destination for meetings, retreats, and special events