Restaurants

DOWNTOWN

  • Axe & Oak 1604 S. Cascade (719)660-1624 If you like Bourbon – Run Here! Amazing local distillery making quite a name for themselves throughout the Country. Martha’s Fave: Seven Year Single Barrel Bourbon.
  • Bingo Burger 132 N Tejon Street (719) 418-6223 • A hot spot for a decadent burger. Pueblo chili’s are on the menu.
  • BJ’S Velvet Freeze 1511 N. Union Knowing to have some of the best shakes in town!
  • Boriello Brother’s Pizza 215 E Platte Avenue (719) 884-2020 | Some of the best pizza in town. The closest thing to authentic NYC pizza.
  • C.O.A.T.I  514 S. Tejon An industrial-style food hall with food stands offering global street food..  Music and entertainment can be found here too.
  • Dos Santos Tacos 70 E. Moreno (719)645-8069 One of the best and hippest taco shops in CS, don’t miss the cauliflower taco!
  • The Famous Steakhouse 31 N Tejon Street (719) 227-7333 • Always lively and the food is great. The piano bar always draws a crowd too!
  • Four By Brother Luck 321 N. Tejon (719) 434-2741 • Brother Luck loves his pork! - The menu is unique and fun. Brother has been a contestant on Top Chef and is one of our town’s favorite chefs.
  • Frozen Gold 80 E. Moreno The most interesting soft serve ice cream concoctions: Silly Rabbit, Gone Campin’, PB Puffy just to name a few
  • Good Neighbors Meeting House 505 E. Columbia Coffee bar by day, Wine bar by night. Interesting nosh and a very cool neighborhood hangout.
  • Il Vincino 5214 N. Nevada (719) 475-9224 • Great wood oven pizzas and they brew their own beer. Martha’s fave: Polle E Pesto. Tony’s fave: Salsiceia Pizza.
  • Josh and John's 329 N. Tejon (719) 632-0299 • Definitely a Colorado Springs Favorite. Martha's favorite ice cream is the Oatmeal cookie...the best!
  • Kings Chef 110 E. Costilla (719) 635-5010 • The little Castle on Costilla and the hottest Green Chili in town! Hefty portions and yummy green chile. Try the “Grump” or the “Thing.” Tony is a member of the “clean plate club”.
  • La’au’s Taco Bar 830 N Tejon Street (719) 578-5228 • Just east of Colorado College, you will find a simple menu with Asian-style tacos and salads. OMG: The Peru Salsa is AMAZING!
  • Lucky Dumpling 26 S. Wahsatch Ave. Another Brother Luck Restaurant. If you have a hankering for a dumpling, this is your place!
  • Luigi’s 947 S Tejon Street (719) 632-0700 • This is a Colorado Springs Staple. Red and white checkered tables and great Southern Italian food. The pizza is the best and Martha's favorite is the tortellacci. Tony’s favorite: Sausage and Mushroom Pizza Tortellacci.
  • Mackenzie’s Chop House 128 S Tejon Street (719) 635-3636 • The outside patio is a Colorado Springs favorite for happy hours.
  • Phantom Canyon 2 E Pikes Peak Avenue (719) 635-2800 • A Colorado Springs staple! This brew pub is located right downtown. The second level boasts plenty of pool tables and a great bar. 
  • Poor Richard’s/Rico’s Wine Bar 424 1/2 Tejon Street (719) 632-7721 • Really casual and very kid friendly. The pizza is yummy and their signature salad is the best in town. There is a back room filled with toys for the kiddos. Rico’s is a quiet place with an interesting selection of teas and wines.
  • Shuga’s 702 S Cascade Avenue (719) 328-1412 • An absolute FAVORITE!. The best food in a very casual atmosphere. Try the shrimp soup.
  • Skirted Heifer 204 N. Tejon St. Um – Just get the “skirted” cheeseburger and thank us later!
  • Urban Egg 28 “A” S Tejon Street/5262 N Nevada Avenue (719) 471-2311/(719) 598-2969 • Banana’s Foster pancakes? Stuffed French toast? Tuscan Benedict? A very yummy breakfast spot.
  • Urban Steam 1025 S. Sierra Madre  A HOT SPOT for some of the most unique and oh so delicious breakfast items!
  • White Pie 330 S. Nevada One of Martha’s new favorite spots.  The White Pie Pizza is amazing and don’t pass up the Paulie Walnuts Pizza (seriously)

WESTSIDE

  • 503 W 503 W Colorado Avenue | (719) 471-3370 • Awesome Beer List! Locally minded, open kitchen concept and really unique food pairings with great flavors.
  • Adam’s Mountain Café 26 Manitou Avenue (719) 685-1430 • This is a Manitou Springs favorite. They have lots of vegetarian choices and their breakfasts are always fabulous...expect a line on the weekend.
  • Carlos Bistro 1025 S 21st Street (719) 471-2905 • The place for seafood and it is always packed with the movers and shakers. Try the Beef Stroganoff.
  • Cerebus Brewing Company 702 W Colorado Ave • (719) 636-2337 One of our Faves! The brisket grilled cheese should not be missed.
  • The Cliff House 306 Canyon Avenue (719) 785-1000 • Manitou Springs. The Cliff House at Pikes Peak is a high-end boutique hotel located in Manitou Springs. The House Dining Room offers a fantastic menu in an absolutely beautiful setting.
  • Jorge’s 2427 W Colorado Blvd (719) 634-9031 • Excellent Mexican food in the heart of Old Colorado City. Don’t even try to finish the Jorge’s burrito!
  • Jun 3276 Centennial Blvd (719) 227-8690 • Fresh sushi and an excellent hibachi make it a Colorado Springs staple! 
  • La Unica 3317 W Colorado Avenue (719) 633-7499 • Watch the margaritas! Friday night their special is the Chili Rellenos.
  • Paravicini’s 2802 W Colorado Avenue (719) 471-8200 • A fun place on West Colorado for really good Southern Italian favorites. Try to find the picture of Tony in the restaurant.
  • The Peppertree 888 W Moreno Avenue (719) 471-4888 • The best pepper steak in town! 
  • Pizzeria Rustica 2527 W Colorado Avenue (719) 632-8121 • A fantastic patio makes for a lovely summer dining experience. This restaurant boasts a simple menu with outstanding pizzas and salads.
  • Rudie’s Little Hideaway Amazing Mexican breakfast – Tony’s favorite: Western Omelette – Traditional American Breakfast with a Mexican twist!
  • Swiss Chalet 19263 W Highway 24 (719) 687-2001 • Worth the drive. A romantic and quiet atmosphere with excellent cuisine.
  • Taste of Philly 225 S 8th St  Best Philly Cheesesteaks in town! Tony likes the Chicken Philly “Works”.
  • Wines of Colorado 8045 W Highway 24 (719) 684-0900 • Summer afternoons and evenings are well spent on their many decks overlooking the creek. The buffalo burgers are their specialty. Just as the base of the Pikes peak highway and always a happening place in the summer.

BROADMOOR

  • The Broadmoor 1 Lake Circle (719) 577-5828 • So many great restaurants at this hotel. The Golden Bee is an old English pub. The Tavern has a great garden room. The Summit is like dining at a big city eatery. The Penrose Room is a 5 Diamond restaurant and is great for very special occasions. The Bar is a local favorite in town. Just sitting outside in front of the fire overlooking the entire property is a real treat. Del Lago has fantastic Italian Cuisine.
  • Ivywild/Principal’s Office 1604 S Cascade Avenue (719) 368-6112 • Check out our locally owned Bristol Brewery or get a cocktail at the Principal’s Office.
  • NaRai Siam 120 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd (719) 434-1975 • Curries are terrific and so is the crab rangoon!
  • Prime 25 Steak and seafood in a swanky setting. Great date night setting. Live music on occasion.
  • Public House 445 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd. (719) 465-3079 Great local pub in 80906. Tony loves the Pub Chips and rotating taps... Local Ingredients.
  • Walter’s Bistro 146 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd (719) 630-0201 • Exceptional cuisine and a great spot for any special occasion!

NORTH

  • Lobstah Trap 5660 Barnes Road Yes, we are in the middle of the country, but this restaurant is known for the BEST Lobstah rolls.  Check out their traveling food truck which is on the move all over Colorado Springs 5 days a week.
  • Marigolds Cafe 4605 Centennial Blvd (719) 599-4776 • A favorite spot in the Northwest for breakfast and lunch. Save room for dessert.
  • The Margarita 7350 Pine Creek Rd.  (719) 598-8667 This is a simple must do. Idyllic adobe home has been a restaurant since 1969. Always changing menu but their bread and pimento cheese is delectable!
  • Trinity Brewing 466 Garden of the Gods Blvd (719) 634-0029 • Love the beer and the mac & cheese! Martha’s Fave: Any IPA!