Joel's - Durango

I visit twice a year for twenty years. My first visit was fine . My last was the usual terrible. Bar staff busy trying to get fixed up. Drinkers busy name dropping,back slapping and bragging. I mean I keep trying to relive my first visit but it gets worse and worse. Perfect place for a nice quiet bar but the locals and teen agers just true smug righties.

Horrible just horrible! No one at bar both times I have come in, yes 2 times. Tonight we were told that if we wanted to order we had to go order at the bar. No one ever checks on guests. You feel like there's no one working because there's no one around when you walk in ‍. Seems like a front for illicit whatever??? I would have rated zero if it would allow.

The female bartender was extremely rude and had an unpleasant attitude as if she despised her job. She purposefully threw glass bottles loudly into the trash. I suggest finding a different bar. The drinks were average.

I wonder if the owner is aware of how poorly the bar is being managed. Despite being empty, the bartender neglected to take our order, instead choosing to be on her phone and make herself a drink. This lack of customer service is completely unacceptable.

We had a wonderful experience with Arlay. She was fun and ensured we had an enjoyable night!!