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.
Switchback Coffee Roasters - Shooks Run
Coffee · Open now
330 N Institute St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA
Azada Mexican Grill
Mexican · Open now
16 E Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA
Nom Nom Thai
Thai · Open now
3303 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80917, USA
Thai Taste Cuisine
Thai · Open now
5069 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918, USA
Photo: Michael Mangin
Papa's Italian Restaurant North
Italian · Open now
13280 Touchstone Vw Ste 150, Colorado Springs, CO 80921, USA
Elephant Thai
Thai · Open now
4703 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918, USA
Stellina Pizza Cafe
Italian · Closed
749 E Willamette Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA
Marigold Bistro
Seafood · Open now
146 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906, USA
Mexico Real Family Restaurant
Mexican · Open now
1899 S Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905, USA
Egg Lush
Breakfast & Brunch · Open now
1025 S Sierra Madre St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA
Codswallop LLC
Seafood · Open now
3012 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, USA
Azteca Urbano Bar and Restaurante
Mexican · Open now
24 E Kiowa St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA
Bloom Ultra Lounge
Vegan · Closed
114 N Tejon St #20, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA
DoubleDave's Pizzaworks
Pizza · Open now
4132 Austin Bluffs Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80918, USA
Colorado Coffee Merchants
Coffee · Open now
302 E Fillmore St, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, USA
Rocky Mountain Beignets
Breakfast & Brunch · Open now
26 E Kiowa St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA
Black Rock Coffee Bar
Coffee · Open now
7672 Barnes Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80922, USA
Front Range Barbeque
BBQ · Closed
2220 Academy Pl, Colorado Springs, CO 80909, USA
Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q
BBQ · Open now
315 S 31st St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, USA
ViewHouse
Breakfast & Brunch · Open now
7114 Campus Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80920, USA
The Rabbit Hole
Steakhouse · Closed
101 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA
Black Bear Diner Colorado Springs - Academy
Breakfast & Brunch · Open now
975 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80909, USA
Black Bear Diner Colorado Springs - Garden of the Gods
Breakfast & Brunch · Open now
1340 Garden of the Gods Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, USA
Paravicini's Italian Bistro
Italian · Open now
2802 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, USA
Photo: Bekah Chaney
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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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