Best Restaurants in Colorado Springs
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Colorado Springs' restaurant scene has outgrown its tourist-town reputation. Between downtown, Old Colorado City, and the Broadmoor corridor, there are dozens of independents doing legitimately serious work — and a handful of chain favorites locals refuse to give up. This page ranks the best restaurants in Colorado Springs by Locals Gold score, community reviews, and Google ratings. Use it to find a Tuesday-night neighborhood spot, a weekend brunch pilgrimage, or the place that finally gets your out-of-town guests to stop talking about Denver.
Sushi Spot
Sushi · Open now
308 S 8th St Unit M, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, USA
Photo: Jalal Alghabra
Caffeinated Cow
Coffee · Open now
1791 S 8th St G, Colorado Springs, CO 80905, USA
Mountain View Cafe and Catering
Breakfast & Brunch · Open now
11424 Black Forest Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80908, USA
Photo: Ross Haycock
Ubin Sushi
Sushi · Open now
460 N Murray Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80916, USA
HAPPY EATS PASTA
Italian · Open now
1536 S Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905, USA
Kungfu Noodles & Dumplings
Chinese · Open now
4543 Austin Bluffs Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80918, USA
Photo: Joedi Tan-Braden
The Chuckwagon
BBQ · Closed
6453 Omaha Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80915, USA
Story Coffee Company
Coffee · Open now
120 E Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA
Sushi Mori
Sushi · Open now
4980 Edison Ave ste 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80915, USA
Photo: David K.
Toastique
Vegan · Open now
11590 Ridgeline Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80921, USA
Frankly Coffee
Coffee · Open now
727 1/2 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905, USA
Otis’s BBQ
BBQ · Closed
1753 S 8th St, Colorado Springs, CO 80905, USA
Mash Mechanix Brewing Co
Breweries · Closed
429 E Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA
Drip Queen Coffee
Coffee · Open now
3230 Centennial Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, USA
Camin Thai Cuisine
Thai · Open now
6760 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918, USA
Nourish Organic Juice
Vegan · Open now
2609 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, USA
Moctezuma Mexican Grill
Mexican · Open now
1015 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80909, USA
Somjai Thai Cuisine
Thai · Open now
6827 Space Village Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80915, USA
Ephemera
Seafood · Closed
514 S Tejon St Ste 250a, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA
Thai Smile Kitchen
Thai · Open now
1840 Dominion Way, Colorado Springs, CO 80918, USA
Mezcalita
Mexican · Open now
162 Tracker Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80921, USA
The Happy Cow
Burgers · Open now
2902 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, USA
La Conchita Mexican Food
Mexican · Open now
4785 Barnes Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80917, USA
Shanxi Noodle Dumplings
Chinese · Open now
5935 Constitution Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80915, USA
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best restaurants in Colorado Springs?
The best restaurants in Colorado Springs are ranked on this page by community reviews, Locals Gold scores, and Google ratings. Top picks are scored by locals who actually dine there, not national algorithms.
Which Colorado Springs restaurants take reservations?
Most sit-down restaurants in Colorado Springs accept reservations via OpenTable, Resy, or a direct phone call. Check each listing for the reservations link, or call the phone number listed.
Do Colorado Springs restaurants deliver?
Many Colorado Springs restaurants deliver through DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub. Others offer their own delivery or takeout. Check each listing for delivery options and order links.
What Colorado Springs restaurants are open late?
Late-night dining options in Colorado Springs cluster around downtown, Old Colorado City, and the University Village area. Check the hours field on each listing for current late-night availability.
What are the best kid-friendly restaurants in Colorado Springs?
Colorado Springs has many family-friendly restaurants with kids menus, high chairs, and outdoor patios. Community reviews on each listing flag family-friendliness when relevant.
Which Colorado Springs restaurants have patios?
Patio dining is popular year-round in Colorado Springs thanks to 300+ days of sunshine. Reviews and photos on each listing often mention outdoor seating.
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