Shelter Distilling Montrose is a local craft distillery and restaurant serving house-made Whiskey, Bourbon, Gin, Agave Spirits, seasonal food, and craft cocktails along the Uncompahgre River in Montrose.
Located on the riverfront, Shelter features a large outdoor patio and grass yard complete with lawn games, creating a relaxed space to gather with friends and family. Guests can enjoy spirits made on-site alongside a full dinner menu, rotating seasonal cocktails, draft beer, and regularly hosted special distillers’ dinners that highlight Shelter’s spirits through curated food and cocktail pairings.
Whether you're looking for dinner and drinks in Montrose, a place for date night, or somewhere to unwind outdoors, Shelter Distilling offers a welcoming distillery dining experience in a unique riverside setting.
Our grain-to-glass spirits, beers, and canned cocktails are available by the bottle at our Montrose location, allowing guests to take the Shelter experience home.
Tuesdays are for tacos, margaritas, and good times by the river. Join us at Shelter in Montrose for Taco Tuesday, featuring a lineup of crowd-favorite tacos from Carne Asada and Carnitas to Baja Fish and Spicy Sweet Potato, plus our Philly Gordito and taco plates built for sharing.
Wash it all down with Classic, Spicy, or Ginger Cucumber Margaritas, a refreshing Ranch Water, or a pitcher of our Rio Bravo Mexican Lager, perfect for the table.
Great food, handcrafted drinks, and friends around the
table. That’s Taco Tuesday at Shelter.
Fuel your riverside adventures with bold, handcrafted food made for sharing and savoring. From loaded fries and crispy 10-Gauge fried chicken to fresh poke tostadas and blistered shishito peppers, our menu blends comfort classics with creative twists. Build your own taco lineup, settle in with a bison burger or pepper steak sandwich, or enjoy lighter fare like hummus, house-fried chips, and vibrant salads. With hearty entrées like hoisin grilled salmon, Chile Colorado relleno, and beer-battered fish and chips, there’s something for everyone after a day on the water or exploring town. Good food, great company, and unforgettable moments.
French Fries, House-Made Garlic Oil, Truffle Salt, Parmesan, and Parsley
Sub Waffle Fries +$2
Waffle Fries with Red Chile Colorado Beef, Cheddar Jack Cheese, Pico de Gallo, and Cilantro Lime Crema
House-Made Caramelized Onion Dip with House-Fried Potato Chips
Lightly Breaded House-Brined Chicken Strips, Chipotle Mayo, and Sweet Chili Sauce Served on a Bed of Greens and Napa Cabbage
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, served with Carrots, Cucumbers, and Toasted Pita
Extra Pita +$1, Sub (GF) Tortilla Chips
Bavarian-Style Soft Pretzel with House Beer Cheese
Blistered Shishito Peppers served with Chipotle Mayo (GF)
Sushi-Grade Yellowfin Ahi Tuna with Togarashi Spices over House-Fried Wonton Chips, House Poke Sauce, and Scallions (Spicy)
Sub (GF) Tortilla Chips
Mixed Greens with Ciabatta Croutons, Goat Cheese, Diced Tomatoes, Cucumber, Shredded Carrots, and Choice of Dressing
Red Wine Vinaigrette, Honey Lemon, Ranch, or Blue Cheese
Hearts of Romaine, Peppered Bacon, Tomato, Goat Cheese, and Ranch Dressing (GF)
Romaine, Parmigiano Reggiano, Ciabatta Croutons, and Anchovy Caesar Dressing
Mixed Greens, Roasted Beets, Toasted Walnuts, Goat Cheese, and Honey Lemon Dressing (GF)
Chicken +$7, Steak +$10, Shrimp +$10, Salmon +$14
Beer-Battered Mahi-Mahi, Red Cabbage, Pico de Gallo, Cheddar Jack Cheese, Cilantro Baja Sauce on Toasted Naan
Shaved Top Sirloin, Diced Bell Peppers, White American Cheese, Onion, and Pico de Gallo on Toasted Naan
Slow-Cooked, Shredded Pork, Avocado Lime Sauce, Pico de Gallo, Cotija Crumbles, and Pickled Red Onions on a Flour Tortilla
Chipotle Sweet Potato, Avocado, Cilantro Lime Sauce, and Grilled Onions on a Double-Layered Corn Tortilla (Vegan, GF)
All Sandwiches and Burgers Come with Fries. Burgers are Cooked Medium Unless Requested Otherwise.
Sub: Potato Chips, Waffle Fries +$1.50, Garlic Truffle Fries +$2, Side Salad +$2, GF Bun +$1
Buttermilk Brined Fried Chicken, Slaw, Pickles, and Buffalo Sauce on a Toasted Brioche Bun
Grilled Chicken Breast, Peppered Bacon, Avocado, Swiss Cheese, Greens, Tomato, and Chipotle Lime Ranch on a Toasted Ciabatta Roll
Charbroiled Angus Steak, Spicy Pepper Seasoning, Horseradish Cream Sauce, White American Cheese, and Stormrider Rum Onions on a Toasted Hoagie Roll
Peppered Bacon, Mixed Greens, Sliced Tomato, Avocado, and Chipotle Mayo on a Toasted Ciabatta Roll
Lightly Breaded Chicken Breast, Crunchy Rice Noodles, Romaine, Shredded Napa Cabbage, Carrots, Pineapple, Sweet Chili Sauce, and Chipotle Mayo Wrapped in a Flour Tortilla
1/2 Pound Ground Bison, Stormrider Rum Onions, Pepper Jack Cheese, Pickles, and House-Made 1,000 Island on a Toasted Brioche Bun
1/2 Pound Certified Angus Beef Burger, White American Cheese, Garlic Aioli, Bibb Lettuce, and Bacon Beer Onion Jam on a Toasted Brioche Bun
Grilled Hoisin Glazed Skuna Bay Salmon on a Bed of Jasmine Sesame Rice. Served with Asparagus (GF)
Red Chile Colorado Beef Stuffed into a Roasted Poblano Chile, Pico de Gallo, Crema, Cilantro, and Cotija Crumbles. Served with a Flour or Corn Tortilla (GF)
Beer-Battered Mahi-Mahi Served with House-Made Tartar Sauce, Coleslaw, and French Fries
Sushi-Grade Yellowfin Ahi Tuna, Mango, Avocado, and Cucumber with House-Made Ponzu Sauce on top of Sushi Rice. Served with House-Fried Wonton Chips.
Sub (GF) Tortilla Chips
Grilled Bistro Burger on a Toasted Brioche Bun, Fries, and Pickles
Add: American Cheese + $1
Add: Chicken + $7, Steak + $10
Lightly Breaded House-Brined Chicken Strips and Fries
Add: House-Made Dawn Patrol Liqueur Chocolate Sauce + $1.50 (GF)
Belgian Chocolate Custard Topped with Whipped Cream and our House-Made Dawn Patrol Liqueur Chocolate Sauce (GF)
Baked Apple Slices with a Cinnamon Spice Oatmeal Crust. Served with Vanilla Ice Cream (GF)
Mango and Passionfruit Cheesecake Filling Studded with Mango Pieces, Topped with Whipped Cream, and Baked in a Cookie Crumb Crust
Classic Cheesecake Filling, Chocolate Fudge, Caramel, and Pecans Baked in a Graham Cookie Crust
At Shelter, every cocktail starts with spirits we’ve crafted ourselves from our own gin, bourbon, agave, and vodka to deeply flavored whiskey and more. Each drink is thoughtfully mixed to highlight the character of our spirits and pair perfectly with the moment. Expect bold flavors, creative twists, and seasonal features that invite you to sip slowly, share stories, and make every moment an adventure.
Glass Creek Vodka and Extra Spicy House-Made Bloody Mix
Glass Creek Vodka, Dawn Patrol Coffee Liqueur, and Espresso
Glass Creek Vodka, Coconut Cream, Pineapple, and Lemon
Glass Creek Vodka, Mint, Huckleberry, and Soda Water
Blue Agave Spirit, Lime, Pomegranate, Ginger, and Agave Nectar
Jalapeño House-Infused Blue Agave Spirit, Lime, Grapefruit, Agave Nectar, and Tajin
Jalapeño House-Infused Blue Agave Spirit, Coconut Cream, Lemon, and Agave Nectar
O’Pinyon Gin, Huckleberry, Lavender, Lemon, and Egg Whites
Gin The Third, Grapefruit, Lemon, Strawberry, and Egg Whites
Stormrider Rum, Pomegranate, Lime, Mint, and Coconut Cream
Embers Peated Whiskey, Apple, Lemon, and Honey
Glass Creek Vodka, Ginger, Lime, and House-Made Bitters
Substitute American Single Malt Whiskey or Blue Agave Spirit
Glass Creek Vodka, Cranberry, Lime, and House-Made Orange Liqueur
Blue Agave Spirit, Lime, and Topo Chico
Blue Agave Spirit, Lime, Orange, and Agave Nectar
Jalapeño House-Infused Blue Agave Spirit, Lime, Orange, and Agave Nectar
Blue Agave Spirit, Lemon, and Strawberry
Blue Agave Spirit, Lime, Cucumber, Ginger, Agave Nectar, and Tajin
Blue Agave Spirit, Grapefruit, Lime, and Soda Water
O’Pinyon Gin, Lemon, and Honey
Gin The Third, Lemon, and Soda Water
American Single Malt Whiskey, House-Made Orange Bitters, and Demerara
American Single Malt Whiskey, Lemon, Egg White, and Maple
American Single Malt Whiskey, Lemon, Ginger, and Honey
American Single Malt Whiskey, Dawn Patrol Coffee Liqueur, Telluride Coffee Roasters Cimarron Roast, and Cream
At Shelter Distilling in Montrose, our beer lineup is as dynamic and spirited as the riverfront setting itself. We’re a working brewery pouring a rotating selection of house-crafted beers that range from crisp lagers and tropical IPAs to rich stouts and hazy pours. Whether you’re craving a refreshing Mexican-style lager, a bold New England-style hazy, or something dark and smooth, our taps showcase flavors inspired by the Colorado landscape and crafted for every kind of adventure. Pair a pint with great food, friends, and the river breeze. There’s always something new to try here. - Please check out our in-house beer list during your visit
4oz Taster $4 | Pint $6 | 60oz Pitcher $20
Four - 4oz Pours of Your Choice of Current Beers on Draft
Mango, Lime, Orange, Sugar, and House-Made Chile de Arbol
Cucumber, Lime, Jalapeño, Sugar, and Soda Water
Lemon, Lime, Sugar, and Soda Water
Ginger, Coconut Cream, and Soda Water
Orange, Grapefruit, Pineapple, or Cucumber
Locally Roasted Coffee from Telluride Coffee Roasters Free Refills
Free Refills
Strawberry, Mango, Pineapple, Huckleberry, Lavender + $0.50
Fresh-Brewed Iced Tea with House-Made Lemonade
Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero, Sprite, Ginger Beer, Tonic Water, and Soda Water Free Refills
With Your Choice of Juice: Orange, Pineapple, Grapefruit, or Cucumber
*These items are served raw or may be cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked eggs, meat, and seafood may increase your risk of foodborne illness