Our Story

Welcome to the Golden Burro and Brass Ass Saloon!

The Burro is a Leadville success story. Locals and tourists are naturally drawn to the trademark neon burro sign with its wagging tail and what the historians refer to as a stunning example of “mid-century commercial design.” We invested heavily to preserve the part of Leadville’s history that is the Golden Burro and have applied for individual listing on the National Register of Historic Places. The photos and artifacts inside the Burro give it a museum-like feel.

We are bringing an upscale dining experience to downtown Leadville. And we’re doing it with local talent found right here in Leadville! We believe that our team rivals anything in the big cities, from the remodeling crew to the kitchen staff and servers.

Come visit the Golden Burro!