Turtle Lake Refuge
Raw Vegan Lunch, Vegan Menu, Organic
Vegetarian
Very vegan-friendly ★ 4.5 (90) · $$ · Restaurant · Raw, American, Organic · Hours
Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating
Popular tips: "Visit on Tuesdays or Fridays between 11:11am and 2:22pm for lunch service"
Must-try: lasagne, pasta, juice
Praised for: friendly service, cozy atmosphere, beautiful interior
Turtle Lake Refuge serves a twice-weekly lunch featuring raw, plant-based dishes like vegan lasagna and sprouted greens in a relaxed garden setting. The venue operates on a donation basis and embraces sustainability with solar dehydrators and bicycle-powered appliances. Priced around $15-$20 for multiple courses, it combines community education with fresh organic meals in a casual, friendly atmosphere.
schedule
Hours
Sunday Closed
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11:11 AM-2:22 PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday 11:11 AM-2:22 PM
Saturday Closed
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848 E 3rd Ave, Durango, CO 81301
Vegan Friendliness
iVery vegan-friendly
B
- VEGAN OPTIONS Abundant · 10+ dishes
- MENU Excellent — perfect labeling
- STAFF Very knowledgeable
- PROTEIN nuts, herbs, sprouts
Some users reported hidden animal ingredients in dishes labeled vegan — ask about sauces and broths.
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