Tag: dining
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Colorado Springs boasts new stop on flavor map
Seoul Station has arrived with a social media splash, bringing a slice of Korean convenience culture to Colorado Springs. The concept follows an earlier location in Aurora. Much of the buzz centers on an interactive experience: a bank of EZ Ramen machines where customers customize bowls. It’s quick, fun and tailor-made for the influencer crowd.…
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The best breweries in Colorado Springs, according to Best of the Springs voters
In this weekly feature, we’re celebrating the best of Colorado Springs’ food and drink scene ー as determined by voters in the 2025 Best of the Springs (thebestofthesprings.com). We’ll throw in our own recommendation, too. Up this week: breweries. Gold: Goat Patch Brewing Co. Since 2017, Goat Patch has changed the craft beer game in…
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Pikes Pick: Golden Hour is a downtown bar with a distinct glimmer in Colorado Springs
The Golden Hour lobby bar at The Mining Exchange Hotel, 8 S. Nevada Ave., leans into the art of lingering with weekly specials designed for sipping and grazing. Weekends bring Girl Dinner, when guests cozy up around coffee tables. For $28, choose a dirty or espresso martini paired with a Roma crunch salad (add protein…
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Sandwich shop debuts at Red Leg Brewing Co. in Colorado Springs
Gunnar’s Deli–Signature Sandwiches is the newest addition to the courtyard at Red Leg Brewing Co., 2323 Garden of the Gods Road. The concept replaces Oliver’s Delicatessen and comes from brothers Malek and Mo Deeb, who also own Sasquatch Cookies. “We lived in New York for a while and loved the sandwiches there,” Mo said. “We…
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Give in to your sweet tooth at Nothing Bundt Cakes
For procrastinating cupids, Nothing Bundt Cakes is ready to save the day. The bakery is unveiling a lineup of limited-time flavors celebrating Valentine’s Day as well as a hint of spring. The Chocolate Raspberry Heart Bundtlet is a sweet showstopper: it’s a rich chocolate cake filled with raspberry purée, draped in cream cheese frosting, and…
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Pikes Pick: These chicken tinga chips are your next crave in downtown Colorado Springs
Many go to Dos Santos for tacos, and I don’t blame them. Nor do I blame them going for the raw bar side of the menu that features a tuna tostada and tuna sashimi. But what I crave the most is one of the simplest dishes in the house downtown (70 E. Moreno Ave.). That’s…
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Melting Pot turns up the heat with Valentine’s Day options
The Melting Pot is leaning into romance this weekend with a set Valentine’s Day menu available Friday and Sunday (sorry, Saturday is booked). The downtown restaurant, 30 E. Pikes Peak Ave., is offering a four-course Valentine’s lunch with a Champagne toast from noon to 2:30 p.m. Cost is $75 per person. Menu selections begin with…
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Friendly vibes, decent pub fare at The Point Bar & Grill
The Point Bar & Grill is the kind of place where you wouldn’t be surprised if, after a few visits, staff (and everybody else) knew your name; it’s that friendly and the food’s pretty good, too. The Menu Expect pub fare such as burgers, sandwiches and salads, along with a large number of starters. The…
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Pikes Pick: Great flavors and a view at The Brinkerhoff in Castle Rock
Maybe you’ve seen the photos on social media — a new restaurant in Castle Rock with a stunning view and architecture and atmosphere worthy of all the Instagram fame. The Brinkerhoff lives up to the hype. And it matches the great vibes with great food. We recently savored every bite of an eclectic spread: a…
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Italian entree at Oro worthy of praise but not everything rises to the gold standard | Dining review
By Robin Intemannfeatures@gazettedev.gazette.com Oro means gold in several languages, but not everything shimmered at this downtown restaurant of the same name; nonetheless, there were bright spots. THE MENU Upscale Italian cuisine meets its rustic counterpart. Expect traditional dishes along with creative twists on others. Starters range from Caesar salad to bison carpaccio, from Castelveltrano olives…