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What to Eat in Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs has its fair share of global cuisines, but it's the American and Mexican restaurants that are the biggest crowd pleasers in this mountain town. University of Colorado Colorado Springs students rave about Shuga's, a casual restaurant and bar that's known for its creative sandwiches and spicy coconut shrimp soup. King's Chef Diner is another local favorite that's been serving up its famed green chili since 1956. Order it on eggs, on cheeseburgers or have it in a bowl with all the fixings. If you're craving a beer, head to Phantom Canyon, a brewery-meets-restaurant that pairs its brews with tavern classics like bison burgers, wings and homemade pretzel bites served with beer cheese. And if you're in the mood for Mexican, locals recommend checking out Sonterra Grill. Recent patrons can't get enough of the tasty food and cocktails, plus note that the ambiance and service are both warm and inviting.
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- #1Carlos Bistro#1 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (339)$$ | American, Seafood, International1025 S 21st St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904-3705Read More » - #2Lake Terrace Dining Room#2 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (265)$$ | American, International1 Lake Ave at The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, CO 80906-4269Read More » - #3Urban Egg a daytime eatery#3 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (1078)$ - $$ | American, Cafe28 S Tejon St Ste A, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-1541Read More » - #4Uchenna#4 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (596)$ - $$ | Ethiopian2501 W Colorado Ave Ste 105 Ste 105 Use Entrance to the Building, Colorado Springs, CO 80904-3000Read More » - #5Penrose Room#5 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (273)$$ | French, American, European, International, Contemporary1 Lake Ave Located on the Penthouse level of the South Tower, Colorado Springs, CO 80906-4269Read More » - #6The Melting Pot#6 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (451)$$ | American30 E Pikes Peak Ave Suite A, Colorado Springs, CO 80903Read More » - #7Mountain Shadows Restaurant#7 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (550)$ | Cafe2223 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904-3324Read More » - #8Josh & John's Naturally#8 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (289)$ | American111 E Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-1803Read More » - #9Amy's Donuts#9 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (239)$ | American, Fast Food2704 E Fountain Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80910-3233Read More » - #10Marigold Cafe & Bakery#10 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (1570)$ - $$ | French, American, International4605 Centennial Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80919-3304Read More » - #11Caspian Cafe Mediterranean#11 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (1312)$ - $$ | Mediterranean, Greek, Middle Eastern, Persian4375 Sinton Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80907-4235Read More » - #12Urban Egg a daytime eatery#12 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (271)$ - $$ | American, Cafe5262 N Nevada Ave Ste 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80918Read More » - #13La Bella Vita#13 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (366)$ - $$ | Italian4475 Northpark Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80907-4224Read More » - #14The Rabbit Hole Dinner & Drinks#14 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (570)$ - $$ | American, Bar101 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-1419Read More » - #15Pizzeria Rustica#15 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (494)$ - $$ | Italian, Pizza2527 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904-3096Read More » - #16TAPAteria#16 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (374)$ - $$ | Mediterranean, Spanish, Wine Bar2607 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904-3024Read More » - #17La Baguette - Old Colorado City#17 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (321)$ - $$ | French, Cafe, European, Soups2417 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904-3021Read More » - #18Garden of the God's Market & Cafe#18 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (841)$ - $$ | International, American410 S 26th St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904-3102Read More » - #19Shuga's Restaurant#19 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (388)$ - $$ | American, Soups702 S Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-4004Read More » - #20Springs Orleans#20 of 1,540 Places to Eat in Colorado Springs
Tripadvisor (561)$ - $$ | Cajun & Creole123 E Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-1803Read More »
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