Top New Restaurants in Colorado Springs

1. Seven's Gate Taproom by Cerberus Brewing

Let’s be honest: we can never have too many taprooms. Seven's Gate is a bike-themed, dog-friendly taproom featuring 20 craft beers, including beer from Cerberus and around the world. Head over to Cerberus Brewing Co. for some good eats to finish off those drinks. | 77 S 7th Street

2. Toastique Downtown

Colorado Springs is thrilled to welcome the second Toastique location to its home Downtown. This gourmet toast and juice bar can fulfill your cravings in a healthy way. With cold pressed juices and smoothies, granola and acai bowls and toast platters piled high with goodness, you'll be back for more. | 418 S Tejon Street, Suite 140

3. The Well

Downtown Colorado Springs’ popular food hall recently welcomed new vendors to its already impressive selection of international dining and drinking options. | 315 E Pikes Peak Avenue

Tossed

Specializing in salads and other healthy foods, their mission is to bring thoughtfully crafted food to and spread health with as many people as they can.

Sivar (by Monses)

Sivar, slang for El Salvador, is a sister company of Monse's Taste of El Salvador, which offers a specialized menu celebrating authentic Central American cuisine. While their pupusas are the most popular menu item, you should also try the Quesa Tacos and the plantains.

Shovel Ready

Partnering with the Community Cultural Collective, the aspiring chefs of Shovel Ready are here to learn food preparation skills, creative expression, and more. Enjoy a monthly changing menu while supporting the dreams of the next culinary experts of Colorado Springs.

Formosa Bites

Formosa Bites serves up authentic Taiwanese street food that gives you a taste of a famous night market in Taiwan. The tangy Red Chili Oil Wontons will make you want to eat a thousand of them. The beef noodle soup is slow-cooked for hours to bring out the flavor. The pork belly served in bao buns is, well, just go try it.

4. Drip Queen Coffee

Flavor-packed coffee, dessert cold brew, teas, and other delectable treats are the focus of this new addition to the Chapel Hills Mall, which is also Colorado's only Black-owned CBD coffee distributor. The woman-led, veteran-owned coffee shop is known for their fun, unique assortment of available coffee flavors (such as caramel apple and candy corn), which are served to-go or to be enjoyed inside their eclectic café space featuring colorful decor and a mix of retail offerings. | 1710 Briargate Boulevard, Suite 182 (Chapel Hills Mall)

5. CRISP & GREEN

This rapidly-expanding fast casual concept recently planted roots in Colorado Springs, not far from the U.S. Air Force Academy. As the name implies, fresh vegetables and other wholesome ingredients are the stars of CRISP & GREEN's menu of seasonal, scratch made salads, grain bowls, acai bowls, and smoothies, with the ability to create your own dish (or customize one of their signature items) to your liking. | 7465 N Academy Boulevard

6. Sushi Row

This upscale Japanese restaurant in Downtown Colorado Springs specializes in a wide variety of sushi options, including rolls, nigiri and sashimi preparations served in a chic, modern atmosphere with an outdoor firepit and a soundtrack of 90’s hip hop favorites. Though sushi is the star of the show, Sushi Row’s assortment of Japanese classic and fine dining staples shouldn’t be missed, including fresh oysters, caviar, unagi don, karaage fried chicken and much more. | 316 N Tejon Street

7. Zocalo

Owners Sergio and Lindsey's goal is to bring you authentic and creative fusion Mexican dishes in a fun and laid back atmosphere. Order from the VW bus, sit on a swing at the counter, and bask in the boho, beachside atmosphere. | 418 S Tejon Street, Suite 100

8. Dos Dos

From the owners of Dos Santos comes the new neighborhood taqueria, where they strongly believe in honoring the history of Mexican cuisine. With a scratch kitchen and bar that only uses the most fresh local and seasonal products, Dos Dos ensures your food will always be "Fresh, Fresh!" | 131 N Tejon Street

9. Bloom Ultra Lounge

Impress your friends by bringing them to the new upscale ultra lounge: Bloom. Enjoy cocktails, fondue, desserts and electronic music as you sit on fancy stools and take in the beautiful blooms along the walls and ceiling. | 114 N Tejon Street #20

10. Spring Rollin’

Located within walking distance of the Ghost Town Museum, this casual Vietnamese restaurant brings create-your-own pho dishes to Colorado Springs. Choose your preferred broth (opt for the spicy lemongrass broth if you want flavor with a kick), noodles, meat, and vegetables and build your optimal bowl, perfect for warming up on chilly winter afternoons. | 600 S 21st St #150

11. Aspen American Bar & Grill

Burgers, beer cheese soup, sandwiches, steaks, rack of lamb, pasta, and other modern American fare are the focus of Aspen American Bar & Grill near Stratton Meadows. The menu also features nods to owners Luis Miguel Martin and executive chef Manuel Pacheco’s other area Mexican restaurants in the form of four different taco options. Special menus are available for younger diners, as well as for select holidays throughout the year, including Mother’s Day. | 2540 Tenderfoot Hill St

12. Roy’s Crew BBQ

This new Woodland Park eatery is all about good, old-fashioned BBQ and comfort food. Smoked and slow cooked selections include brisket, ham, sausage, pulled pork and ribs, as well as chicken fry, an assortment of sides, and some must-try homemade desserts including cobbler and custard ice cream. Early riser? Roy’s Crew is open for breakfast as well, with bagels, cinnamon buns, breakfast burritos and more to help get your day started. | 720 Browning Avenue

13. Red Diamond Gastro Pub

Another new arrival in Woodland Park, Red Diamond Gastro Pub features a diverse fusion of flavors from around the globe, resulting in a one-of-a-kind menu sure to please adventurous eaters looking for something new and delicious. Snack on BBQ-topped nachos, take a bite out of the kimchi reuben, and satisfy your sweet tooth with a deep fried oreo cream pie. | 112 Elm Street

14. The Studio

An ever-changing menu of tapas paired with exceptional wines is the focus of The Studio from Chef Brother Luck. This fine dining restaurant serves innovative five course meals which combine a range of culinary styles and flavors into one unforgettable dining experience. The intimate atmosphere makes The Studio a great option for a romantic date night in Downtown Colorado Springs (reservations are strongly required). | 332 E Colorado Avenue

15. Saltgrass Steak House

Enjoy Texas staples in the Wildwood Hotel & Casino in Cripple Creek at the new Saltgrass Steakhouse. Start the day with a traditional country breakfast of eggs, meat, hash browns and biscuits, or visit in the afternoon or evening for an appetizing menu of steaks, seafood, sandwiches, soup and more. | 119 N Fifth Street

16. Anneliese German Cuisine

Anneliese German Cuisine opened in January of 2023 in Cañon City, and since then it has become one of Colorado Springs’ go-to restaurants for authentic German dishes. Specialties include the wurstplate (a board of pork and veal bratwurst, boar bratwurst, and elk käsewurst), a variety of schnitzels, and a German take on the classic charcuterie board, the fleisch und käseplatte — all served in generous portions. Wash everything down with one of their imported German wines or draft beers. Próst! | 512 Royal Gorge Boulevard

17. Cansano Italian Steakhouse

Abruzzo and Central Italian influences abound at this new Italian Steakhouse near the U.S. Air Force Academy. This elegant restaurant specializes in freshly made pasta — which you can watch being made upon entering the restaurant — traditional Italian dishes, Neapolitan pizzas cooked in their custom-built stone pizza oven, and classic Italian desserts like tiramisu and panna cotta. A large selection of Italian wine and cocktails serve as the perfect complement to your family-style feast. | 1895 Democracy Point

18. Sam’s Gyros & Kabobs

Sample Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine as you soak in gorgeous views of Pikes Peak and the Rocky Mountains at Sam’s Gyros & Kabobs in Woodland Park. Opened in August 2023, Sam’s features a variety of gyro options, featuring your choice of lamb, beef, chicken or falafel. On the side, enjoy classic dolmas, hummus and pita, and tabouleh, or order one of their kabobs, marinated in flavorful Mediterranean spices and served alongside hummus, pita and tzatziki sauce. | 609 W Midland Avenue

19. Roots Cafe

Say “Aloha” to Roots Cafe, a new, brick-and-mortar Hawaiian-themed eatery in Downtown Colorado Springs that began as a food truck. Roots’ menu includes favorites like the Kalbi rib plate, a Hawaiian twist on Korean ribs featuring rice and macaroni salad on the side. Other popular items include the chicken katsu, Kaula pig, and the classic Spam Musubi — grilled spam on a layer of rice and wrapped in seaweed). | 330 E Colorado Avenue