Olde Schoolhouse Cafe and Saloon

So much character and good food. Bring a dollar and a pen! Perhaps a bra you don’t want anymore also!!!

Decided to get take out since we heard this place was busy and we had kids that don’t want to sit long. Pizza was ready on time and definitely one of the best pizzas we have ever had. Would come back again if in the area!

I read all of the reviews. Was worried about bringing my family. But this place has sick good food. The kids had a great time playing shuffleboard while we waited for food, but the wait was well worth it. If you have an attitude, don’t bother. If you like good food and good people this is the place to be.

The 5 star rating applies only to the food. This is by far the best pizza in the Durango area! Great place to stop in for pizza after a day of skiing, but make sure you call ahead. They stay very busy on the weekends.

3 hour wait for a luke warm over priced pizza? C’mon! This place needs to get their shit together. Yes the pizza is pretty good, but why don’t they hire a few grunts to make pies? I’ve eaten here a lot (at least 20x) and you will either get the best pizza ever, or a luke warm mediocre pizza. They are not consistent! For these prices you would imagine they could get their game together, but no. They are the only place near the mountain so it’s a coin toss and frankly they don’t care.

Okay… Originally hailing from Hermosa and Manhattan beach I was not prepared for the cool, laid-​back scene that is this place. We got a large Hawaiian (with ham and added pepperoni) pizza and it was one of the best pizzas we’ve had. We can’t wait to come back and try out more items but if you want a great-​priced amazing pizza this is the place! Only wish we stayed longer. Thanks guys! Cya during the summer :-)

Great dive bar and restaurant! John the bartender was great, very friendly and great service. Pizza was unbelievable!

Best pizza in the world. Really. They only have one oven, so call an hour ahead and order. Staff is super-​friendly.

This place is the bomb. If you live in the area, you know it is. If you don’t, you’ll just complain that it’s too grungy and that the food takes too long, so go eat in town. The pizza is off the hook! Love it or leave it!

Great pizza, local beer on tap, and a lively atmosphere! What else could you ask for after a day of skiing? My husband and I came with a few friends on Friday night. The place itself has lots of character and is pretty divey, but in the best way. We ordered a couple of pizzas, dinner salads, bread sticks, and some Ska brewskies. We were told that the pizza would take 1 hour and 10 minutes, so don’t come if you’re famished, but good god it was worth the wait. The crust was pretty thick and just a little doughy. And they have a variety of veggie toppings, which I appreciate (broccoli on pizza is the best!). One of our friends is gluten intolerant, so he called ahead and they let us bring our own gluten-​free crust that they topped and cooked. So nice of them! We had plenty of leftovers and ate some for lunch on the mountain today. Oh so delicious! Have a little snack before you come, and get ready for a great meal!

Best pizza ever!!! The crust is nice and crunchy, but soft and chewy in the middle! I would give 5 stars but the place is a little run down. It’s more of a bar than a pizza joint. Dollar bills, panties, and bras hanging from the ceiling. The seating is horrible. I pretty much fell through my seat. If this place was specifically a pizza place it would be amazing! Friendly staff and plenty of beer choices.

I’ve been here twice and each time, really enjoyed the food. Yes, the wait is long (as every review states), but the good is worth it and for the location, what else are you going to do?
I called ahead for take out and the bartender was honest and friendly and let me know it would be 1 ½ for a calzone. No problem. We watched the game in our rental condo, waited, and picked it up right at the time they suggested. It was hot, delicious, and the two of us ate until we were stuffed, and we had leftovers! All for about 15 bucks! Truly a great deal.
The wings are also excellent and spicy, the pizzas are filling and fresh. Great beers on tap, and a gorgeous view from the patio.
On another visit with more time on my hands, I enjoyed local beer while waiting, and enjoyed reading the walls and looking around. Everyone there was very friendly. It’s not the best place for little kids, but it’s a lot of fun.
If I lived nearby, I’m sure I’d become a regular. I really like the atmosphere.

Cool, tasty, funky mountain bar. This bar has a TON of character, with lots of characters, great beer, excellent pizza, and reasonable prices. Only downside: it took 70 minutes for our pizza to be ready after we called in our order. However, as long as you can relax, budget the time, have a beer, play old school shuffle hockey or a game of pool, you’ll be really happy with the pizza, the nice bartender, and local flavor. Solid place.

Wow! Super rude guy yelling at us. Did not stick around to try his mean pie. Very poor treatment of our large and hungry party.

Great «dive» atmosphere! Everyone is very friendly. Pizza is delicious but be ready for a wait — waited 45 minutes when there wasn’t much of a crowd. The wait is the reason for just 3 stars.

Great pizza place that isn’t afraid to call some LA housewife’s husband a dick!!!
You are in the sticks folks. Needles, Colorado is like population 20. Have a beer, get your kids some root beer. Order a pizza and Re-​M-​F-​ing-​relax.
Wow I feel better already.
The pizza very good, the staff friendly to those that are friendly, the setting first class.
Those of you from LA? Take your dick husband back to Pizza Hut on Mulholland Drive. Colorado has had enough of your BS. No one calls it «Purg». Maybe you can tag team with Julie and the old bitches down at the liquor store. Bless America you Cali folks are tiring.

Delicious dive! The pizza is really good (but does take a little bit of time). We had plenty of beer and wings while waiting. It’s a fun spot.

Beyond gourmet pizza is hidden in this funky mountain style, quaint bar that is The Schoolhouse. It sits on the 550, next to needles town homes, about 3 miles before Durango mountian resort. You order at the bar & take your pick of a bar stool, corner booth, or reclaimed metal double school chair; all of which offer high dollar views.
THE PIZZA. Big delicious fresh soft crispy crust with just a hint of sweet. Fresh toppings, generously piled on top & covered with cheeses. Perfect seasonings of garlic? Fresh herbs maybe. oregano? Basil? We went for The Fatty & Casa… something. So good, we had to come back 2 nights later for a second round of The Fatty & then tried the pesto one (my favorite).
Wings are baked & extra tasty. Blue cheese dressing trumps the ranch.
Full bar & local euphoria beer will do you up proper. Don’t forget to pull the bell on your way out. Good times.

Love this place. Friendly staff and locals there.
Pizza takes 1 hr. to 1.5 hrs after you order during busy times because they only have one oven and one cook with call ins and dining room orders. Witnessed many people turned away or left after they figured out how long it would take.
The Schoolhouse should «stick it to the man» and get another oven and cook during peak times. Places like this should be popular and busy. They could be an economic powerhouse and hire more people. F u man!
Usually pretty good music playing and a pool table with local sharks around.
If you are uptight or in a hurry, don’t come here. I’m sure they won’t miss you.

Total dump!!! With some really good deals and about the BEST Calzone you will ever eat in your life!!!
Warning: don’t bring the family here at night. Crowd is not child friendly. A bit rough. Daytime is fine.
Seriously the Calzone is worth driving to Durango for!!!