The Most Scrumptious New American in Colorado Springs

Chop Shop Casual Urban Eatery Lowry

★★★★☆ 4.1 (206) • $$

"I'm really impressed with this place. They got the fast casual down and still retained that fine dining experience. After ten years and three locations this local business with CO-born Chef Clint and his business partner Chris is killing it! Their menu is small and is uncomplicated. You won't be embarrassed to take a date here. They plate their dishes beautifully. Their food is amazing. They serve wine, beers and natural sodas.Everything was really good. What stood out for me was the Grilled Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf and their Chicken Pastrami sandwich. The Pastrami had that perfect heat to it all throughout as you eat it. Nothing serious but it's there. But whatever you order from what we tried , or from their menu is really good. You have to try try everything that we tried: 48 hour Slow Cooked Short Rib, Grilled Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf, Mediterranean grilled chicken, Chicken pastrami Sandwich, and their Beef Stroganoff (special of the day) , salads Super Chop. Rocket Chop and South Chop. Everything we had was so delicious and was served and plated beautifully & priced right. Oh, and you won't be embarrassed to take your date here. Aside from the excellent food, the inside is tastefully decorated. With a covered patio for winter and one that's alfresco for summer! Drinks: Frozen passion fruit & lemon berry"

Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar

★★★★☆ 4.1 (292) • $$$

"Loved the food! Started with the steak tartare and burrata toast. Both were great. I felt that the steak tartare beef didn't look as appetizing for some reason. The burrata toast had a great balance of flavors. For our mains we had the duck and ny strip. The duck was cooked well but not perfect. It's such a difficult protein and I'm convinced I will only find a handful of restaurants that can pull it off perfectly. The plate was gorgeous and I loved the balance of flavors especially with the berries. The bread pudding was a bit doughy. The steak and potato was masterfully cooked. The plate looked not as pretty but the food was delicious. The desserts were all great as well. The s'mores brownie plating was appetizing and the dish as a whole was not too sweet and yummy. The banana tiramisu didn't have much tiramisu flavor. The crumb on the side was my favorite and the caramel sauce. The tiramisu was a good tiramisu but I felt that it was too creamy and didn't have all the layers that a tiramisu has. All the drinks were good. I loved the apple cider martini. I loved the warm apple and cinnamon flavors in martini form. The strawberry gin drink with pepper and egg white was good not mind blowing. The whiskey drink with the toasted marshmallow was delicious. Especially the graham cracker rim gave the drink a nice and buttery flavor. The espresso martini was good also not mind blowing. The service was really good and everyone was friendly. Also loved the trendy decor. Highly recommend!"

240 Union

★★★★☆ 4.1 (345)

Adams Mountain Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (516) • $$

"I have to write this review because I do not want you to miss the Orange Almond French Toast. It is absolutely magically delicious! Somewhere between a breakfast and a dessert, this dish will delight every one of your 5 senses! Smells great, tastes delightful, looks pretty, nice feel in your mouth, and you will hear your dining partner gasp and exclaim that this is the best French toast on the planet.Service is average, not super friendly but they were busy."

Esters Oneida Park

★★★★☆ 4.4 (296) • $$

"Yum! Good service and pizza and atmosphere! Ding ding ding! I've been to the other two location but something about this particular one seems ultra friendly! And I love the spacious area. Pizza is as tasty as the other locations. Bravo!"

House Rock Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.3 (611) • $$

"Just had the most excellent customer service at House Rock Kitchen! The Young lady at the register was so very helpful!! I needed a quick snack for a 15 mos old hungry toddler and she went back and got avocado slices for him while I waited for my to go order. I failed to get her name but she was excellent and very attentive!Food was fresh, healthy and delicious! Loved my House Rock Salad."

Parkway Bar & Grill

★★★★☆ 3.7 (314) • $$

"A longtime favorite. As a former bar and grill owner I tend to review food establishments differently. The menu is very large. I've been sticking to my faves the reuben, burger and clubhouse sand., w/tater tots and their house made ranch - all are excellent but my wife has tried many different things and all were very good but recently the champagne chicken was exceptional, really. The place is usually busy but be because it has a large seating capacity there's rarely a wait. It's a sports bar vibe with high table and bar seating with dining room searing as well. Noise level can range from quiet to boisterous during a game. Haven't been there to drink so I can't comment on the bar service only food and dining. Service has never been poor the wait staff, even when busy stays on top it. Don't usually give 5-stars but can't think of any justifiable reason not to within the context of my experience."

Opa Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (421) • $$

"As you can tell by the plethora of reviews, this is a spot to drop into. My favorite local restaurant in all of Parker, Colorado in addition to JuJu's Coffee! Consisent high quality Greek food at a more than fair price. EXCELLENT!"

One Barrel American Bistro & Wine Bar

★★★★☆ 4.2 (191)

"They're big on delicious food and an extensive list of nice affordable wines, cocktails and beers. Interested in maybe a flight of wines called Good Wine Hunting? It's a mix of red, white and a rosè. The family are movie buffs hence the reference to movies through out the wine list.I took a peek at their social calendar and every Wednesday they have a wine event .We had a great night of tasting some of their newer dishes.We started with :Tuna Carpaccio, Crispy Korean Bbq Riblets, Crispy Calamari, Scallops, Maryland Crab Cake and Jalapeño Artichoke Dip. ( these are available during HH daily too)Main Dishes:Pork Chop, Pan seared trout, Chicken Schitzel, Spring Risotto, Grilled Pork chop, New York Strip with twice-baked potatoes, House Made Tagliatelle ( fresh made daily).Desserts:Key Lime Pie, Pot De Creme .Looking for the best Happy Hour in Englewood? You just found it."

Burnt Toast

★★★★☆ 3.8 (158) • $$

"Definitely need small business time, but this is a cozy, welcoming place to slow down and enjoy some unique made woth care food. Can't wait to bring our French Toast loving kid back for a flight. I didn't think we would get so much food, so the cost is definitely worth it! Be aware, there is a small business fee with every meal, but if you don't understand why this place probably isn't for you"

Ajax Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.6 (313) • $$$

"Post Aspen Valley marathon lunch was enjoyed at Ajax! I ordered the cheeseburger and truffle fries. Delish! I had about half and later regret tossing the other half outside of the airport when my flight was later cancelled. I was wishing I had the remainder of my meal for dinner.I was seated immediately upon my arrival and service was great! Gorgeous views.I happily recommend Ajax as they came as a recommendation from a close friend of mine who knew I was going to be in town."

McCoy's Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.8 (241) • $$

Point Easy

★★★★★ 4.7 (57)

"WHAT A HIDDEN GEM! AMAZING NEIGHBORHOOD RESTAURANT!We spent a night in Denver before our morning flight back home, and we're glad we finished our recent Colorado trip on a high note!We arrived at around 5:30pm, and the place was quite packed already - no surprise as it was New Year's Eve! Glad we made a reservation, and we were seated right away.Service was amazing! Our server was very attentive, friendly, and considerate. We were going to order some appetizers first as we needed more time to decide on main courses. He politely asked us to place food order all at once since the kitchen was busier than usual due to holiday season. We appreciated his full transparency, and his tone and the way he handled the situation was perfect - he took good care of their kitchen crew without offending the customers!Their cocktail was probably the best I've had during the whole trip. I had the "Birdwatcher" (bourbon based), a refreshing cocktail that's well balanced between citrusy and bitterness.I'll highlight a few dishes we had from that night:- Persimmon Carpaccio + Truffle: this is an item from the "kitchen fun" section of their menu, and honestly we didn't even know what to expect. It turned out to be a very pleasant surprise! Persimmon's sweetness and truffle's earthiness complimented each other nicely, and the nuts on top added more texture to it!- Beet & Chicory Salad: just imagine having a bite mixed with sweetness from beets, citrusy from grapefruit, richness from goat ricotta cheese, and chewiness from pistachio. This is so satisfying! - Truffled Mushroom Tagliatelle: what a great change from the lighter carpaccio / salad dishes to a "full-body" pasta dish. Without surprise, the truffle butter further enhanced the nutty and earthy flavor of the porcini mushroom, and the pasta was cooked to perfection.We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Point Easy, and will definitely visit again when we're in the area next time!"

Westside Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (709) • $$

"Stopped in for a late breakfast on a spectacular September Friday morning. Grabbed a seat on the beautiful outdoor patio which was framed with flowers and a gorgeous view of the mountains, Aspen turning gold. Got service with a smile, promptly poured coffee, with lots of menu items to choose from. They have gluten-free and vegetarian options. My partner and I both had the avocado toast with poached eggs, it came with a fresh arugula salad with some vibrant radishes. it was delicious, will come back!"

Oskar Blues - Colorado Springs

★★★★☆ 4.2 (145) • $$

"Came in right after I landed in Colorado Springs, parking was easy to find (4:30pm on a Monday however). Chill bar decor and fun vibes. I had their French dip sandwich and loaded fries with pretzel appetizer.Let me tell you. The French dip sandwich, 5 stars. Fantastic. Tender meat and great flavor. The dip had great flavor and the horseradish sauce on the side was great! The bread was soft and had a good bounce and absorbed the juice nicely! Honestly, French dip is one of my go to sandwiches and this was on the top tier level of how great this was. Loaded fries were good! I would say 4 stars for the fries, the cheese sauce was good but tasted too....fake? I dunno how else to explain it. The pretzel was great, soft and fluffy and great amount of salt. The dipping sauce, eh, just alright. I think a homemade beer mustard sauce would be better than the honey mustard sauce provided, and the cheese is the same as the loaded fries.Overall, great fast service and great food!Can't complain and would love to come back!"

McGill's At Crested Butte

★★★★☆ 4 (149) • $$

"Need breakfast? Well this is the place. Don't let the long line fool you. It goes faster than you think. Unfortunately, all parties need to wait outside till your table is called. But for the best hashbrowns, breakfast potatoes and eggs in town, McGill's reigns supreme. My favorite dish? Believe it or not, it's their Ahi Tuna Salad. If you ask nicely, they'll even prepare it for breakfast."

Lila B Lounge

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (12)

"Seeing there hasn't been a review of this place in the past few years made me a little skeptical but I had a great experience regardless. If you work near the Landmark, this is a fabulous spot to get your happy hour on. Libations, food, music, they have it all! I came here with a colleague on the tail end of happy hour (4-630pm) and was more than pleased to see that they had $3 glasses of wine. And you know what? 3 dolla make me holla! Along with that, starters are 1/2 off so we grabbed a spinach and artichoke dip and two bowls of french onion soup (a little on the pricey side but the serving was huge) and all was good in the hood. They had live music while people were waiting to enter Comedy Works and once they opened up the line, the place emptied out. There was only one person working as bartender and server but he was hustling. I wouldn't make a special trip from the other end of town but if you work in DTC, this is a great place to unwind and throw a few back."

Metropolitan Bar & Grill

★★★★☆ 4 (212) • $$

"I've been to the Metro Grill several times and the food is always great. Bar food is very underrated as a category - this pretty much in that category and does it very well Tonight I had their carnitas tacos. These were simple - wonderfully spiced pork carnitas,onion, and an excellent chili Verde on a flour tortilla that seemed house-made - thin, light, and fresh. They came with fresh lime to squeeze over the tacos. That's it! Simple but awesome! Enjoy!."

Aurum Food & Wine Breckenridge

★★★★★ 4.5 (420) • $$$

"Geez, after reading the recent reviews on this restaurant, I was hesitant to go. But I'm so glad we did. I can see why it's the best happy jour in town. What a steal. But we weren't there for happy hour. We opted to come later to enjoy the outdoor seating.Our service was fantastic and Tom took care of us. There was a choice of mocktails which I appreciate. Everything we ate was delicious. We opted for the crudo (so spicy and delicious), the Korean fried chicken (just do it), the burger (fantastic flavors) and a special pasta. For dessert it was the cookies (yes, yes yes!) and the Elvis (a little spicy dessert). We enjoyed our meal and unanimously agreed this was a five star experience. We are glad we didn't listen to the other reviews!!PS-to be fair, working a huge table is never fun and never turns out well. So I take these large table complaints with a groan of salt."

Guard and Grace Modern Steakhouse

★★★★★ 4.5 (1868) • $$$$

"Tried to book a rezzie around 5pm on a friday and got a 9pm rezzie. walked in around 6 something and sat on the couch in the front and ordered from there. a little uncomfortable to eat with a coffee table especially being so high end but it workedGyoza- 5 small pieces. $26 apple slices, creamy sauce, herbs and gyoza. it was a burst of good flavor for sure. Black truffle mac and cheese $24: really good esp when hot. good portion, almost an entree portionhamachi jalapeno $20 something? 6 very thin slices but very very fresh and tastyFilet flight 12 oz total- 4 oz each $110: prime rib was really tasty, wagyu was great, grass fed was still tasty. i really like the centers and medium rare was fabulous6 cookies for $12 was absolutely fabulous. really tiny cookie muffin things, milk chocolate, white chocolate just oozes into your mouth. Sooooo good fresh.Servers were very friendlyOverall great experience. love the ambiance and food was good. obvi just really high end and pricey!"

Two Elk

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (17) • $$

"Two Elk is the pretty thing you took to prom b/c y'all would look just adorable in photos together, you blew hella dollar bills on the limo, and then he/she/pronoun of choice didn't put out and you were left dazed and confused by how something with a visage so lovely could leave you feeling so empty inside. A cavernous mountain lodge at the top of 21/36, it's where you should eat if you've spent the morning hitting the backside hard - though, be warned, during peak season, finding a table is an effing blood sport...and I can't say that I may or may not have delicately nudged a 6y out of the way diving for somewhere to rest my wary, Gortex-covered bones. No regrets.If you're a budget conscious skiier, pack a lunch and don't even attempt to do a spin around the nosh area. Personal pizzas are $15.5, soup $12-13, burritos $14, salads $10-14 and I think the burgers are $12ish - my snack this afternoon of hot cocoa and an orange was $9. Not a typo.The quality is decent - some of the soups are pretty lovely - the veggie chili I enjoy, Papa N usually gets the tortilla chicken thing - and Lordy Jesus, that cornbread - it's sweet, moist, and all things comforting. The burritos, quite hefty in size, may light up those taste buds going down, but I can almost guarantee that brick of tex-mex will sideline your desire to tackle Highline in the PM, if not for the rest of the trip. The salad bar is decent, fresh - even fussy me can get down with it. Overall, warmer, more scenic than Mid-Vail - sure, it's crazy overpriced, but, at this point, if you're on the mountain, you're used to just lighting money on fire, temporarily amnesic to the horrifying cost due to the knee-deep powder you've been in all morning - so - though it's my preferred mountain caf, each year it continues to get increasingly expensive to the point where that the small soul I have left inside of me cannot get down with paying $5 for a mini pudding, no matter how cute it is, and still be able to sleep at night. So, Two Elk, you own me with your mountain bougie charm, but I resent you for the price I must pay for it."

The Garlic Knot

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (152) • $$

"Best garlic knots I have ever had! I love the pizza, and have always had great customer service."

Ephemera

★★★★☆ 4.4 (61)

"I went 3 for 7 on the tasting menu. Disappointed and she'll shocked on the price. Still hungry at the end. The Indian dish was too hot and the pork chop was waaaay too hot. Wow that was expensive by Colorado Springs standards. Yikes. ~$225 with tax and tip and only water. Great service."

Cooper's on the Creek

★★★★☆ 4.2 (489) • $$

"A great little place just as you are entering, or leaving, Georgetown. Plenty of good parking and the building and parking lot are extremely clean. You can choose to sit inside the building proper, or you may sit in an enclosed back deck area right near the water. This area by the water is where we sat and we enjoyed it immensely. Maddie, our server, was friendly and spunky. She was attentive and efficient which made for a pleasant atmosphere. The food was on the mid range of average which is why this is a four star review instead of a five. The hemp garden burger was incredible but the Reuben was dry and entirely too light on kraut and dressing. Even the extra kraut I asked for was dry. I was disappointed with this sandwich and wouldn't order it again. The service and attractive location made this place worth the visit. The food was a little disappointing as were the portion sizes."

The Abbey Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.9 (225) • $$

"This review took me a while to compose due to my experience at The Abbey Tavern. The food was really good. Always has been. I had ordered take-away meals before with never a complaint. On this night I was flying solo and had some extra time so I bellied up to the bar and ordered a couple of old fashions with my meal. Food and drinks were GREAT (one star for food, another for drinks).Things went a little sideways when a couple guys were ordering drinks beside me and one ordered a drink that was pink in the glass. For the rest of my night (another 15-20 minutes) I had to listen to the bartender making jokes about this guy drinking a "gay drink". The other patron kept shrugging it off and didn't seem bothered by it, just annoyed by the juvenile bartender. For me, this is enough to say I cannot go back. Sadly, as I do enjoy the place, the food and drinks, the proximity to home, having Nugs next door, the early opening for Premier League Soccer, all of it. But this does not feel like a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community and as such I cannot support them."

Marigold Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.2 (208) • $$$

"Food and service is great just like Marigolds!Roast beef special is perfect! Gus is a great host just like his dad..."

Satchel's on 6th

★★★★☆ 3.9 (205) • $$

"Satchels is an institution.... it is always packed with locals from Cherry Creek, Congress Park, Country Club or far points.For me I love a place that I can walk to and not worry about driving/parking.Food is delicious: Love their burger, great fried chicken, and duck etc.Nice starters too using fresh ingredients.Service is on point although it is small and gets crowded."

Snake River Saloon and Steakhouse

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (268) • $$

"Honestly 10/10. Super fun ambiance-- I'd recommend reservations because it was very busy but we just walked in and sat at the bar. The chicken piccata CHANGED MY LIFE. Unbelievable. Great service, great good, good vibes. Nothing like a hot meal after a long ski day."

Cerberus Brewing Company

★★★★☆ 4.1 (541) • $$

"Came here after a long day with my husband and kids and it did not disappoint. The servers were friendly and the food was delish. All the beers we tried were great too. The vibes were chill and friendly. Will definitely come back."

Culinary Dropout

★★★★☆ 4.2 (813) • $$

"We love Culinary Dropout! We stopped here for lunch in Denver before heading up to Steamboat. We visited during lunchtime on a Friday afternoon and it was pretty empty (though it is a very large space) so we were able to grab a table easily. We've dined at Culinary Dropout in Arizona, so we have a few menu items we love, including the pretzel bites - so good! And I love that they are served with a candle under the cheese so it stays warm. I went with the crispy shrimp caesar salad. This was so good, and the perfect size for lunch. I left feeling perfectly full. Our server was wonderful - I didn't catch his name but he was so friendly and checked in on us frequently. Another great experience at Culinary Dropout!"

Trellis Wine Bar

★★★★★ 4.5 (26)

"Denver has really been surprising me with the wine bars lately. I'm rather obsessed with Trellis. It's only 15min from my house haha!The space is great, open, yet cozy seating. The staff was very friendly and helpful.They have a super fun and interesting wine selection, which I love. The more varietals or regions I've not tried before, the happier I am!We were there on a Sat and they had bruncharcuterie board which was hard boiled eggs, waffles, yogurt w/fruit, bacon, and marcona almonds. I loved it! It was effectively finger food b'fast.I wanted to move in but they closed for an event so I couldn't sadly, lol. I can't wait to go back!"

Almont Resort & Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.6 (42) • $$

"Had a really great breakfast on our way out of Crested Butte. Honestly enjoyed it way more than any breakfast we had in Crested Butte. Good chicken fried steak and a large well cooked McMuffin. Wonderful staff."

Jelly

★★★★☆ 4 (2056) • $$

"UPDATE!All of the things mentioned in my previous review still ring true! Although the menu is breakfast heavy and served all day, the lunch shines just as much and is OMG so good.++ The Ruben - Slow-cooked corned beef or roasted turkey, or both - with Swiss cheese and sauerkraut with Russian dressing on rye bread. Do yourself a favor and get the corned beef as the meat is generously layered with melty cheese and absolutely delicious! ++ SBLT - Griddled salmon with bacon, lettuce, tomato and basil mayonnaise served on multigrain bread. I know what you're thinking, "salmon, at a breakfast joint?". Well, let me tell you this sandwich was well cooked, layered perfectly and refreshing! My side of sweet potato fries were icing on the cake!Mom and I left with a full belly after a wonderful experience!When in the area, I'd easily return!"

Red’s American Grill

★★★★☆ 3.8 (38)

"Kelly was our waitress and she had a bubbly personality. She knew the menu well and was able to make recommendations. I had the Old Bay Flat Wings with the House Salad, and it was delicious. My colleague had a burger with peppers and a side of Seasoned Fries ( which Kelly recommended. He enjoyed his burger and fries. The restaurant was crowded for lunchtime and the staff seemed to work together as a team to serve the customers.I was very satisfied with my colleague selecting this restaurant during my visit to Colorado Springs. If you happen to go there, be sure to request Kelly!"

Dainty's Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.1 (14) • $$

"I found myself in the Springs area the other week and really hungry. I happened to drive by Dainty's brick and mortar store (no longer at Fort Carson) and did a u turn to go back. They had beef, chicken and veggie patty's - amazing pastries filled with the respective ingredients. The chicken was being cooked soI went for two of the veggie patties. The plan had been to eat them while I was driving to my next appointment. They ended up being so good I did them the justice they deserved and ate them with full attention. I ate half a bag of plantain chips on the side and it was a perfect lunch. The gentleman who helped me was really nice too and obviously and understandably proud of the incredible food they serve."