Brown Dog Pizza

I don’t think you’ll find another place the locals and travelers both say is amazing. We made our first stop at brown dog and it did not disappoint. We actually came back a second time before we left back home to Florida and got their wings and another pizza and it was even better the second time! Those wings are damn hot but taste great. We added extra sauce to the second pizza and it was perfect! Atmosphere is a cool hangout vibe for sure.

This place was probably the busiest place we saw while in Telluride during the off-season. When we walked in, I asked for a booth since there were three of us and the hostess just quickly said "no, but you can sit upstairs" then we got put at a small table at the very top of the stairs (this was the worst part of the experience) the waitress was very nice and the service was pretty quick. We got the garlic boneless Buffalo wings, very good. Not dry like most places. And the Buffalo chicken pizza (i didn't try it or photo it, but apparently it was very good), and the turkey wrap, which was very good and pretty big. I paid 3$ for a side of fries and got like 10 fries. (Kind of a rip off). Overall, the food was really good. I would recommend this place.

A Transcendent Pizza Experience. There are pizzas, and then there are pizzas that haunt your dreams, leaving you yearning for just one more bite. Brown Dog Pizza firmly belongs in the latter category. This was, without question, the finest pizza I have ever had the pleasure of devouring. I ordered an extra-large pepperoni, intending to savor it on my journey back to Utah, yet from the very first bite, I knew I had made a grave miscalculation: I should have ordered two. Or perhaps three. The crust—an exquisite balance of crisp, airy, and perfectly chewy—served as the ideal foundation for a luxuriously rich tomato sauce that struck a divine chord between sweet and tangy. Each slice was generously adorned with pepperoni that had been coaxed to a glorious, crispy perfection, their edges curling ever so slightly, creating tiny pools of savory bliss. As I sat there, reveling in each bite, I realized that this was not just pizza—it was an art form, a testament to the mastery of the pizzaiolo. My only regret? Not doubling my order. Because once you taste perfection, one pizza will simply never be enough. Brown Dog Pizza, I will return. And next time, I won’t make the same mistake.

BEST pizza ever!!!! The Smoke Dog pizza was amazing - fresh basil, large chunks of mozzarella, banana peppers, and pepperoni, no sauce...I would totally order this again! The kids' pizzas are the perfect size and also delicious. So we're the garlic parmesan wings. I can see why this is a top rated Telluride restaurant. Well done!

An oasis in an oasis - Brown Dog is a terrific pizza joint in a gorgeous setting. We got a Detroit style pizza, and it was absolutely delicious. We had to wait a bit to be seated - but it was worth it. Great food and atmosphere, really friendly staff that is extremely chill. We were eating during a rainstorm and they let us hang until it cleared up, even if they could have used the table. Good people, good food, good vibes. Five stars. We’ll be back.

This place has amazing pizza! Got The Old Chicago pizza and it was so delicious. The garlic knots were off the chain! Service was good. Would definitely go back.

Wow! Detroit style pizza is amazing from here. Be prepared to go early as this place gets busy for good reason. Some of the best pizza I’ve had and maybe a good reason it’s here and not in Denver. Although….that would be great!!!

On a beautiful evening in July 2024, we walked up to a very busy pizza place. That’s got to be a good sign. The patio was full and the inside of the restaurant was very busy. After waiting several minutes for a host to greet us (not the warmest greeting, kind of flat-lined, like she was over-worked for a millennial, I digress) we were able to get a seat upstairs. It is pretty tight quarters in the restaurant but I didn’t expect anything different. There is sufficient seating upstairs and down. There is even limited seating on a patio. We enjoyed a Caprese salad (delicious) and a Detroit style Brooklyn Bridge pizza (oh, so good). The crust was very delicious and my mouth is watering even writing about it. Heating up as leftovers was outstanding too! Margarita was not that good though with no tequila taste. Don’t waste your money on that. Supposed to be fresh squeezed lime juice, doubtful. That’s our only complaint, but don’t let that hold you back. Travis took care of us and he was very friendly. I highly recommend Brown Dog Pizza

One of the best Detroit style pizzas I have had in a very long time. Cool place with great service. Tons of screens for watching sports. Good beer selection too! Pro Tip: For a quick and amazing lunch, Arrive at 11:20 before the line starts to form so you can beat the rush! KG Recommended!

I came in from Honolulu, Hawaii and happened along Brown Dog on a weekend girls trip. Our waiter made a great recommendation on the Detroit Style pizza. We tried the Pesto because it did not have pizza sauce. It was light, fluffy and not too filling. Price was great. College Football was playing, the restaurant was a little loud. Not too loud to not have a decent conversation. I'd definitely come back. Pizza was great!!

Needed a quick snack before we continue our road trip. Bookmarked this whenever we were in town and here we are. We sat outside and people watch like we always do. Staff were friendly and quick to help us get seated. Mid afternoon, not a lot of people but enough to make you want to check this place out. We ordered a small Parma Italia to share and it was just perfect. Actually if it was up to me and my body, I'd want the whole thing to myself lol. I'm starting to like Detroit style pizza more and more! I wish they have a Brown Dog in our area. Every bite was perfect and arugula just made it so much better, that bit of freshness that lightens the palette. ahhhhh.....dreaming about it again. Boyfriend scarfed up that two pieces in no time! I actually gave him a part of mine since it was cut up "evenly", hehe. I was just being fair. Loved loved loved this place! Will have to come back when friends visit.

The food, the service and the ambiance!! We came on a Friday and night with a group of 12 and only had to wait 20 min! Our waitress was funny and engaging. The Detroit style was cooked to perfection! Every one I tasted was great, you can't go wrong. I recommend this spot if in the area and looking for pizza and a Long Island iced tea!

After a long morning hiking, all we wanted was gallons of water and pizza, and boy was this one amazing pizza! The place was packed but they got us a spot on the second floor without waiting and it didn't take long before the pizza arrived and it was delicious. In fact I wish I had some now

These reviews don't lie - they do have great pizzas - specially Detroit Style Pizza. Located in Telluride downtown - this place is not huge but has two- floor seating as well as bar seating. We went on a weekday evening and it was busy as it can get for a weekday. We sat at the bar, ordered few drinks while browsing though the menu which has apps, burgers, wraps, subs, enough Pizza options both Detroit-style and classic or you can make your own pizza as well. They also let you order any pizza in any style. Being from NJ , we were not sure about ordering Detroit-style pizza but our bartender suggested to give it a try. So, we ordered a small Detroit-style pizza and it was one of the best pizzas I ever had - crisp, fluffy and not too heavy. We liked it so much that we ordered cheesy Garlic bread in the same style.

Conveniently located on the main drag with a friendly sport bar atmosphere and options to seat outdoors, indoors (upstairs, downstairs in a booth or a table). Service is friendly and fast. The pizza dame our bubbling fresh and the crust was crisp! The prices in telluride are generally high and that's reflected here as well. A bit on the louder side in terms of being a bar / pizza joint but enjoyable and friendly

Dang it; just had a review vanish into the ether. Okay, sad to make this report: I'd been looking forward to getting back to Brown Dog Pizza and . . . it just didn't do it for me this time. We've been to Brown Dog Pizza several times before (last visit over five years ago, however) and this visit wasn't up to par. We were the first ones in the door ahead of an enormous Sunday lunch crowd, and our server got our orders in immediately, ahead of the throng. (He also did a fantastic job of staying on top of an enormous number of people during the time we were there - and he was ably assisted by bussers who jumped on top of any little issue they noticed. Good show on service.) And our pizzas arrived quickly - surprisingly quickly, given our recollection of how long the Detroit pies take to bake. And they were - surprisingly not all that warm. Well, the toppings were warm and the pepperoni were curled, but the crusts just weren't hot. Warm enough, but lacking that molten quality I've experienced here before and was yearning to experience again. The sauce didn't seem as vibrant, either. Ah well. Toppings were good. Prices were reasonable. (I think what happened is that they had a bunch of pre-baked crusts ready, shoveled on the toppings, and threw them in the oven. Good for fast service on a chaotic day but not the top quality Detroit pies I remembered.) The room is the same as it ever was: good use of space, nice bar area and great overlooking balcony seating. There was an inviting covered patio out front that I don't remember from our previous visits (good use of COVID funds?). Brown Dog is clearly still packing them in - I'm just not sure I'll be in a hurry to rush back after this visit.

If the bar is open, grab a seat and watch the game. The staff is very friendly and eager to ensure the customers have a great experience. You can't beat $7 Long Island ice teas and some of the best pizza in the area. Barrett was super helpful even with only one good arm! This place was so good we made the 2.5 hour drive again the day after from Moab and had to come here.

Hands down, amazing. Had a Kentucky Mule and the Brooklyn deep dish pizza. Cool sports bar theme. Some of the best pizza I've had in the entire state of Colorado! Almost went back again for dinner while I was in town but wanted to get around and try different places each day. 1000% recommend.

We've had Brown Dog for take out before and decided to dine in this time so we could eat the pizza super fresh. Since we had our dog with us we sat out on their covered patio on a dreary and rainy day. They were nice about wiping down the tables for us as the rain continued to come down and even as we moved tables three times as the more sheltered tables freed up. My husband and I split a large Detroit style pizza and got half Brooklyn and half 313. Both were great but our favorite was definitely the Brooklyn. I love deep dish style pizza and the crust and flavors were chef's kiss. I wish I had gotten the name of the gentleman who took care of us for dinner because he gave us the best service - wiping down tables, helping us with a photo, constantly checking to see if we needed anything, etc. He reminded me a lot of Jack McBrayer haha. Anyway, great service, great pizza, dog friendly, and highly recommended.

Excellent tasting pizza with fresh toppings and the dough is tasty and not greasy. What else could you ask for? Price isn't bad too for how much you get. Service is very friendly and the place is clean. I really enjoyed the two times that I went for dinner.

Fabulous! The pizza was crispy, tasty, and delicious. Though we should've ordered the "small" as we didn't put much of a dent in this pizza. This is a hip pizza place that was crowded when we got there - about 3:45, and much more crowded when we left. Our server was very nice and accommodating. She also doubled as the bartender, so we didn't see her much. But, that really wasn't a problem because there are plenty of people wandering, serving, and clearing. Great place for food & drink.

We had a wonderful server that was attentive, engaging, and gave helpful suggestions based on her knowledge regarding the menu. The food was perfect. Unfortunately, we did not get a pic. We had the Brooklyn Bridge so good with perfect ricotta dotting the hand pulled sausage and cupping pepperonis! The Margherita Napoletana was a traditional crust that was a lighter pizza that was delicious.

Great Vibe, delicious pizza, right on Main St, tried the GF Detroit style and loved it, full bar, great Apres spot, good place to watch a game too, solid service too!

With limited spots to eat good, reasonably-priced food in Tellluride, Brown Dog Pizza definitely hit the spot! It gets pretty busy around peak lunch and dinner hours, so go early if you have a larger group. We walked in around 5pm on a Monday and were able to be sat right away, but it got pretty busy shortly after with a waitlist. Service is casual and the vibe is sports bar/fun. You do have a server and the service is pretty quick. Overall, we enjoyed everything we ordered and loved the Detroit-style pizza! It was delicious! FOOD RATINGS: - Spinach dip (4/5): Love that this comes with chips and pizza dough bread! It seems like they put a smoky provolone cheese slice on top to really add to the cheesiness and it had a good smoky flavor. A bit too cheesy if that's even possible, but overall really good. - Caesar salad (3/5): This was just okay. I would have liked more dressing as it seemed a bit on the lighter side, and the way the romaine was chopped was hard to stab or scoop with a fork. The dressing also had a slightly off taste that I didn't prefer. - Brooklyn Bridge pizza (5/5): This was delicious! Perfectly crispy edges, great house sauce, and tasty meats. Would definitely order this one again. - Parma Italia pizza (5/5): This was also delicious. If you enjoy prosciutto and ham and arugula with a slightly sweet balsamic glaze, this pizza is for you.

Excellent GF Pizza! I almost cried tears of happiness when I bit into the pizza and it had the real Detroit style pizza crunch! I would go back to Telluride simply for the pizza. If you ate GF, don't miss this place. Its worth it! The staff is awesome too. Our waitress was so attentive and helpful, even during the busiest time of the day. I honestly couldn't say a single negative thing about our experience here. Its a must if you are in Telluride!

Very busy pizza place on Main Street in downtown Telluride. Parking is tricky in this bustling area but it's worth it. The Greek salad was great with lots of all the ingredients. The pizzas were also delicious and the service was pretty quick - especially with a packed house. They have a huge selection of beers and a full bar and a big variety of food on the menu besides pizza. Definitely worth a stop here.

The best pizza ever! The staff are always upbeat and welcoming. I love that every seat has football viewing.

What a gem of a place in beautiful Telluride. The restaurant stayed full the entire time we were there but the service was great and the food was even better. We ordered mozzarella sticks for our daughters and they loved them. They were definitely homemade and not frozen/premade. After finding out that the owner is originally from Ann Arbor, MI and that he knows true Detroit Style deep dish pizza, we knew we had to try it. This has to be in my top 5-10 best pizzas EVER! The Brooklyn Bridge was out of this world. It's a deep-dish pizza, with crispy/cheesy edges, the perfect amount of homemade red pizza sauce, cupping pepperoni, hand pinched sausage, fresh garlic, mozzarella, oregano, Ramano cheese, and whipped ricotta. I already need another one of these in my life! Our daughters wanted a cheese pizza so we ordered them a Classic American pizza with traditional crust and this may have been the best cheese pizza we've ever eaten. Of course, we enjoyed a few margarita's while we waited for our pizzas while our daughters enjoyed games of pac man on classic arcade machines. So much fun! I highly recommend coming here for pizza. There was a wait for us to be seated but I promise it was well worth the wait to get in. We made the drive from I believe Silverton to eat here and ended up staying in Telluride for the night since we were already here.

We come here just to come to brown dog to have their pizza when we are in town love it

One of the best pizza spots of been to! This place definitely is worth the hype! We ordered garlic breadsticks for an appetizer and then we split a Detroit style and Chicago style pizza. All of it was fantastic! Make sure you order the different ranches they offer bc they are a perfect addition with the pizza. Super chill ambiance as well and the servers were super helpful with the menu!

We stopped in on our first day in Telluride. What a great place! Atmosphere was great, service was AMAZING, food was delicious. We may just eat here all week!

The food is absolutely delicious, however, I believe we received the wrong pizza eventhough the waiter said it was the right one (we knew this as the 3-1-3 shouldn't have had red sauce on it and the pizza we received had red sauce on it.) The hostess was quite rude to me when I checked in as we were finishing drinks at the bar next door and the hostess didn't like that (you get 15 mins to come to the restaurant once they send you a text that your table is ready.) The restaurant has a cool vibe though.

Over the course of two visits in Aug 2024, I had the 3-1-3, Joe's NY White, and Pesto, on both traditional and gluten-free crust. They were all very good, but I'd rank the 3-1-3 as the 2nd best pizza I've had in my life. It was outstanding! The Joe's NY White and Pesto were both good, but nothing over-the-top. Brown Dog had a great vibe & quality staff. If you want a table easily, I recommend having an early lunch (11 AM), late lunch (2 - 3 PM) or early dinner (4 - 5 PM), as all other times they are PACKED!!! If you do go at a time when there's availability, ask for the upstairs table by the window. It has a great view of the mountains & main street, and overlooks all the action below w/o being in the middle of all of the noise & action.

Came here for an early dinner, they have a small dog friendly covered outdoor patio and we wanted to snatch a spot. The pizza was amazing. We did a create your own detroit style and it was definitely one of the best pizzas I've tried. Also got an arugula/artichoke salad on the side which was just ok compared to the pizza

Pizza is what brought me here but the wings are what will keep me coming back. What a nice surprise.

Cool place conveniently located on Colorado st. Pizza and meatballs were awesome. The service was great

This is the staple pizza spot in Telluride that has provided consistently delicious food and service over the years. The vibe is a cozy sports bar but friendly family. I will always stop here when in Telluride.

What a place! After a long hike up, in the rain, we were looking for a place to eat. Seeing that celiac dictates every experience in regards finding a restaurant, it can sometimes be frustrating. I am always Leary of pizza places due to the chance for cross contamination, however I was relived when we found this place. This was absolute best GF pizza I have ever had. It was one of those dishes that for days and weeks after you are still thinking about. Highly recommend!

Do not miss this pizza spot!! Stopped in on our way out of bluegrass festival and was looking for a good slice of pizza. I had the gluten free pepperoni mushroom. And holy cow, best gluten free pizza crust I've ever eaten. It was New York style deep dish and tasted every bit as flavorful and delicious as traditional crust. Service was prompt and servers were super friendly! Great little sports bar atmosphere with even better food. Every dish I saw come out looked incredible. Also had a side salad that was full of fresh veggies.

There's no such thing as a cheap place to eat in Telluride, so let's get that out of the way right away. There are affordable places, and there are fancy places, and then there are exclusive places. This is an affordable and fun spot for pizza. We came in on a Monday for lunch and even in off season it was bumpin'. Luckily there were a few open seats at the bar so that's where we parked. There are lots of jerseys on the wall and the TV screens were hosting a whole bunch of talking heads and highlights playing Monday morning quarterback. We got a salad and a pizza, and decided to share both. The pizza was an all white pizza and while I do love simple, it was probably a little too much so. It could have used a bit more sauce or a bit more adornment, but that didn't keep us from eating the whole thing. The salad was good, full of candied nuts and a vinaigrette and was a good way to start the meal. As noted, they ain't giving it away so my bill cleared $40 for one pizza and salad, but for this town, that's not bad.

Always a fantastic pizza with great service. This is my first meal every time I arrive in Telluride. I'm partial to the KOTO, but I don't think you can really go wrong.

Best pizza in Telluride. It's always busy for good reason. We have dined at the bar many times and always receive friendly service.

Wow wow wow. Best food we've had in a while. Cute little place that we just happened upon. Our first choice was closed and after the food we had here I'm glad! Service was phenomenal. I recommended the little rose Detroit style pizza.

My boyfriend and I explored Telluride and were happy to try this spot. We got a large pepperoni pizza and it was cooked to perfection. Perfect balance of crust cheese and sauce. It was a cozy atmosphere and our server was so friendly.

Honestly, not really sure what's so great about this place. Came in on a Tuesday, got on the list, and waited 30 mins for our table. The famous garlic knots weren't great. Half were so drowned in garlic, they were gooey and overwhelming. The other half were hard as rocks and inedible. Luckily, nobody asked how they were or why we only ate half. Pizzas were fine, but honestly no better than any other Detroit-style pizza we've had in the past. Service was fine, but again, nothing screaming of anything more than middle of the road average.

The Rocky Mountain pizza was delicious I highly recommend it. They text you when your pizza is ready so you don't have to wait. The ambiance is unique and cool.

Hands down best Detroit Style Pizza I've ever had! Service was great, everyone was friendly. Casual vibes.

Never had Detroit style pizza before and I loved it! It looks like it would be "heavy" like a deep dish pizza - it was surprisingly light. We had the Margharita style with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and half Italian sausage pieces. The amount of sauce was perfect, not too much. Thin crust pizza is generally my favorite, but when I dine here again - I will stick w the Detroit style.

Awesome pizza and beer selection and pizza itself was great! We've been twice in 1 week already. Definitely rec the thin crust- the others are really heavy crust so that was too much dough for us. But the thin crust was perfect. Garlic knots are good but they are dripping in butter and garlic literally so be ready for it! Star super nice and quick to serve.

Food, service and ambience were top notched. Can't wait to book another skiing trip just to go back here!

Let me start by saying that Detroit style pizza is not my jam.... But when everyone at the table wanted to order that I caved. My mind was blown by the Brooklyn Bridge. The menu said it was featured in Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives and who am I not to trust guy Fieri? That pizza took us straight to Flavortown! It's a must order. The vibe was casual and cozy. It's a must try if you are in Telluride!

Lost in sands of time. Really enjoyed the time there! I visited there in summer of 2013 for a summer school. Great memories.

Could've been better for "chicago pizza". Not a lot of sauce on our veggie pizza, however the six cheese pizza was alright.

Wait is long, but otherwise, this was a fun experience with pretty good food. Vegetarian review: - I've already forgotten which one I ordered, but it was along the line of a margherita. Pizza was very true to style (I'm reference the Detroit style pizza), and flavor was pretty good. They have a cheese dip that's delicious as well. It's very shareable between 2- 4 people. It comes with both regular chips as well as little pizza dough chips- these are reminiscent of pita chips, but pizza dough instead. Small salad was standard, but large enough to share as well. Service was great and personable. There are people there who actually watch the games playing, so be prepared for a sports bar environment- it can get loud. Great experience.

Rode the MC from Ignacio to Telluride and back, with a stop for some pretty darn good pizza at Brown Dog. Recommend.

Yum! Delicious fresh pizza. Fabulous local beer menu. Dining with a vegan ... and they accommodated a most delicious vegan veggie pizza. Service was outstanding.

Excellent service, very good food. Beautiful views from outdoor seating. Telluride was a lovely experience and the brown dog was a welcome addition.