The Flying Fork - Paonia, Colorado

Kurt

So happy this Paonia institution reopened! It may have different owners and a different menu, but the food (and the presentation) was amazing, and the staff was super friendly. We sat on the patio, but the inside was nicely done as well.

A bit of constructive criticism: the patio is a peaceful sanctuary, but a loud AC or mini-split unit above the door made it much less enjoyable. Also, we found out it reopened by chance when we just happened to look it up online. Had we not, we would have driven by and still assumed it was closed because there's no sign outside nor any other indication that it's a functioning restaurant (unless it's after dark and you just happen to see the lights on the patio). Also, the simple look of the menu gives the impression that the food will likewise be simple or below average, so we were a little nervous when we ordered. Fortunately we were pleasantly surprised.

Liesl A. L. J.

Delicious find in Paonia… we had the Burrata, Spinaci salad, pasta primavera and short ribs. Jen was our sweet wonderful waitress and the entire staff was excellent. We will be back anytime our travels bring us this way (after a day wine tasting at the Black Bridge or Azura… exploring Kebler Pass and the beautiful aspens and ferns).

tas30380127

This place is definitely NOT CLOSED as of 10/16/2024. We were just walking by and found it was open, so we decided to check it out and were we glad we did. Great food and a wine list from the local wineries. Waitress told us the new owner/chef was from Sicily and decided to give it a go. Wife and I didn't want a monster meal so we decided to split the Fettuccini Alfredo w/shrimp which is some of the best I've ever had. Had the cannoli's afterward which were just as good. Please patronize this restaurant because I want it still there when I return to Paonia.

Erica H.

Casual setting. Here for work. Can't wait to bring back the family. They love Italian food and this was excellent. Prices were reasonable. Service was good.

Desert D.

What an absolutely amazing gem on the Western Slope! We had never been here under the former ownership, but if I still lived in this part of the world I would be happy to give them much of my money....! The warmth of the family and their delicious recipes is evident, and it's especially notable that they choose to serve only local wines, as to support their neighbors. Thank you all so much for your spot-on service and dedication to your sweet small town.

Patti H.

Sunday night we had a group of 13. Service was fantastic and the food so darn good. Large portions but a great to go box. Dinner tonight at home! Big rain storm arrived and staff was able to bring the patio diners inside and no one got wet. If you weren’t watching the staff you would never know they had a flood. We will definitely return again and again!!

Leanne G.

Such a find! We were travelers from across the country and had never been in town. So glad we happened upon this pleasant place. It was raining so we couldn’t enjoy the garden dining. The shrimp scampi had a bit of zing that was a burse of flavor in my mouth. Fresh bread to sop up every drip of the sauce. Colorado Riesling paired well. The staff was a bit slow to take our order or I would give service 5 stars also. Such a treat!

John G. F.

Very good food, if on the spicy side for non-hot people. Great service.