Updated: November 20, 2023

16 Patios to Hit This Summer in COS

There’s no better way (in our humble opinion) to enjoy a meal and beverage than outdoors, soaking up the sun and great views of the front range.

Looking for the perfect patio to kick back on this summer? Here are some of our favorites.

1. Homa Café + Bar at Kinship Landing

This cozy hotel café is open to the public and serves up delicious bites that foster camaraderie. That’s why their space is intentionally designed for customers to mingle in the bright and airy greenhaus that opens to the spacious patio.

2. The Well

One of the Springs’ newest food concepts, the Well features four food stalls offering various menus, as well as a full-service bar that opens to the outside. The spacious, all-season patio features plenty of seating and sweeping views of Pikes Peak.

3. TILL Neighborhood Bistro + Bar

A new restaurant in the heart of Downtown Colorado Springs, TILL’s dining space is an inviting open concept that makes indoor/outdoor dining feel fluid. The seasonal, locally sourced menu pairs perfectly with hand-crafted cocktails. *Chef’s kiss*

4. TAPAteria

With classic Barcelona ambiance and a gorgeous, covered patio, TAPAteria is serving up real Spanish tapas and exceptional wine. On Sundays in May through September, head over for Paella on the Patio and eat your weight in this rice-based dish.

5. Crystal Park Cantina

Nestled in the mountainside of Manitou Springs, this cantina is the perfect spot to enjoy a margarita on a warm summer day. The pergola above and table umbrellas offer plenty of shade for those of us with photosensitivity.

6. Pub Dog Colorado

This dog-friendly establishment is unlike any other because it’s the only restaurant in the state where you can dine indoors with your dogs. Literally with your dogs because there is a doggy menu too. You can also enjoy your meal outside surrounded by the 3,000 square foot, off-leash play yard complete with free entertainment of your furry friends chasing tails.

7. Wines of Colorado

Dine Creekside at a quaint restaurant and winery offering a vast array of wines made right in Colorado. Sip and relax in the crisp mountain air while listening to the babbling water. So zen.

8. Phantom Canyon

Get a birds-eye view of downtown at this rooftop patio. Grab a delicious beer and cozy up next to one of their fire pits while you enjoy mouthwatering food al fresca.

9. La’au’s Taco Shop

Located right off the Colorado College campus, La’au’s is serving up tasty tacos and drinks with a killer happy hour deal from 3-6pm Monday through Friday. They’re temporarily closed but will be reopening soon for the summer – just in time for patio season.

10. Mash Mechanix

This newer brewery in town is serving up a vast variety of craft beer as well as craft soda, hard seltzer and more. Take advantage of the ample outdoor dining and various food trucks throughout the week.

11. ViewHouse

Yard games? Amazing Beer? Delicious food? Great vibe? The outdoor courtyard has everything you need to have the perfect summer experience - not to mention an incredible view of Pikes Peak!

12. Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers

If free live music is your thing, you don’t want to sleep on Boot Barn Hall’s Sunset Patio Sessions. Order from Bourbon Brothers’ full menu as you soak in the soothing sounds and enjoy time with friends. *Clinks glass*

13. Poor Richards

Their cozy back patio is the ideal place to enjoy a hearty salad or slice of pizza while you enjoy a nice glass of wine and a good book. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle, you'll feel worlds away from the busyness of downtown.

14. Shuga's

Choose between sitting out in their eclectic patio or inside their new, permanent yurt! No matter where you post up, you can be sure the vibes will pass all the checks.

15. White Pie

Grab a slice and sit out on the cozy, turfed patio under cute hanging lights. Great cocktails and delicious pizza right in the heart of Downtown COS? What more could you want?

16. Red Leg Brewing Company

This brewery has everything for the whole family to enjoy - bring the pups and let the kids to run around while you enjoy a cold one or two. Don't forget to check out their awesome food offerings in various shipping containers located around the property.

Don’t forget to download the FREE Crafts & Drafts Passport to score discounts and deals on drinks and the FREE Downtown Patio Party Passport for the chance to win prizes.

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