We tried the Classic Burger made with grass-fed beef. Everything about this burger was delicious: the beef, the bun, the greens, and the garlic aioli. The sweet potato fries were delicious, and in addition we ordered a side of tater tots, which was large enough to feed a small family! The service is impeccable and very friendly. What a delightful dining experience!

Black Forest Foods Cafe & Deli
140 Second St, Monument
719.203.4436

The Portobello Spinach & Cheese enchilada with the Tomatillo Alfredo sauce was a taste sensation! The accompanying saffron rice was a nice change from Spanish rice, as were the pinto beans. We had to eat every bite! 

Crystal Park Cantina
178 Crystal Park Rd, Manitou Springs
719.685.5999

  BEST CHICKEN FRIED STEAK 

For hungry eaters! The steak is 10 ounces and tender, the gravy is flavorful. Comes with soup or salad, muffin, vegetable and choice of potato.

Black Bear Diner
975-A North Academy, Colorado Springs
719.314.3616

  BEST CHINESE 

The Mushu Chicken and Walnut Prawns were both excellent with sizeable portions. Jasmine offers a lunch portion of the Walnut Prawns as well. We also tasted the Sesame Tofu and Kung Pao Chicken which were both delicious.

Jasmine Cafe
6064 Stetson Hills Blvd, Colorado Springs
719.591.8989

  BEST DELI/SANDWICH 

For many years our favorite has been the Dutch Lunch. Comes with four kinds of deli meat, cheese, pepperoncini, lettuce, tomato with an Italian Roll. You make it the way you like it!  We always ask for House Italian dressing, mayo and mustard - delicious combo!

Mollica's Italian Market & Deli
985 W. Garden of the Gods Rd, Colo Spgs
719.598.1088

  BEST FAMILY DINING 

Although it's a bit of a drive, Juniper Valley Ranch is a unique dining experience in a cozy stucco farmhouse with meals served family style, including appetizer, main course with several sides, and dessert. The fried chicken is consistently good, but the handmade biscuits are to die for!! No chance you'll go away hungry. Don't forget to visit the gift shop out back.

Juniper Valley Ranch
16350 Hwy 115, Colorado Springs
719.576.0741

  BEST SOUP 

We've always loved the homemade soups here. When possible, made with locally grown fresh ingredients, and seasoned appropriately (the flavors aren't masked with too much salt).

La Baguette Bakery Cafe Wine Bar
2417 W. Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs
719,577.4818

  BEST SUSHI 

This is our favorite!  Fish is always fresh. Service is friendly and prompt. Atmosphere is pleasant. We can't convince ourselves to go anywhere else.

Kura Japanese Restaurant
3479 Research Pkwy, Colorado Springs
719.282.8238