We always enjoy awesome middle eastern cuisine and the best baklava in town at this family-owned restaurant with four Colorado Springs locations. The newest location in Northgate is now open. We found the service was great and the staff welcoming and friendly. Heart of Jerusalem - Northgate 122 Tracker Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80921 719-685-1325  A little fiesta fare for three amigos at Costa Vida in Northgate. The raspberry chipotle chicken nachos, Baja steak bowl, and chicken tacos all received thumbs up. Costa Vida 122 Tracker Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80921 719-481-6782  A little afternoon delight on the patio at La Casa Fiesta in Monument. The spicy beef and cheese stacked enchiladas were great and just the right portion for lunch. La Casa Fiesta 230 Front St. Monument, CO 80132 719-481-1234 In Colorado, when it’s hot, it’s time to get high. That’s exactly what Stella and I did. We headed for the hills. Woodland Park, to be exact. It was about 15 degrees cooler up there, with a nice breeze. We stopped at the Swiss Chalet for lunch. What an awesome Sunday meal with a top-notch crew. When I asked about the “famous” Cobb Salad, the server quickly shared his enthusiasm over the entree. He was right…it was an excellent choice! While I enjoyed the meal and ambience of the restaurant, Stella was outside checkin’ out all the Lotus sports cars (about a dozen) that had gathered in the parking lot. She was a little miffed at me for not stopping by the car wash first. The apple pie à la mode was another great suggestion, and topped off the meal nicely. Swiss Chalet Restaurant 19263 US-24 Woodland Park, CO 80863 719-687-2001
The drive down Highway 115 (south of Fort Carson) is well worth it, if you're planning on stopping in at the Juniper Valley Ranch for a home-cooked, family-style dinner. Enjoy the same awesome food, served up by the same family, just the way it began over 70 years ago! Open Thursday - Sunday, limited hours. Reservations are highly recommended. Juniper Valley Ranch 16350 CO-115 Colorado Springs, CO 80926 719-576-0741 Nothing like an afternoon "Snooze" to keep you motivated for the rest of the day's work. The 3-Egg Omelet with bacon, sausage, and cheddar cheese, along with a "round" of hash browns, sourdough toast and berry jam at this Colorado based diner really hit the spot! Snooze, An AM Eatery 7587 N. Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80920 719-694-1360  A little Mother's Day breakfast at Sheldon's Luncheonette really got the day off to a great start! The Steak and Eggs (scrambled with cheese) proved to be an excellent choice, along with the home fries and sourdough toast. Sheldon's Luncheonette 204 Mount View Lane (at Nevada) Colorado Springs, CO 80907 719-599-0887  Fishin' with Mary Rose is always delightful! It's one of our favorite dipping sauces for both fish and fries (chips). We think Jack Quinn's has some of the best fish in town! Jack Quinn's Irish Pub 21 S. Tejon St. Colorado Springs, CO 80903 719-385-0766  We loved our "Keto breakfast bowl" with sliced avocado, served on a bed of fresh spinach. Popeye would be proud. Buttermilk Breakfast Eatery 13141 Bass Pro Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80921 719-309-9840 The Porky Pie really hit the spot and is just one of several awesome lunch specials at Joey's. Three Colorado Springs locations to serve you. Joey's NY Pizza 1843 Briargate Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80920 719-265-6922 Trivelli's is a local, family-owned business that has been serving Colorado Springs residents authentic, Philadelphia-style hoagies and hot sandwiches since 1976! Trivelli's Hoagies 6827 Space Village Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80915 719-471-7733 The Spicy Asian Wings will have your tastebuds soarin’! The friendly crew were all in uniform and provided excellent service from the time we came onboard. The Airplane Restaurant 1665 Newport Rd. Colorado Springs, CO 80916 719-570-7656 The Deep-Fried Taco Plate was just right for a late dinner at locally-owned El Padrino’s in Northgate. They have a variety of awesome menu items, and the view isn’t half-bad either! El Padrino Mexicano 13425 Voyager Pkwy. Colorado Springs, CO 80921 719-487-2727 We finally made it to the Hen House Cafe in Pueblo West for some crispy, golden, deep-fried chicken! We’ve had it a few times at friends homes and at church picnics, but never at the restaurant itself until now. Our late evening dinner selections included their perfectly battered fried chicken, the Grilled Chicken Cordon Blue sandwich and the Fried Cod sandwich. You’ll find a nice variety of menu items and daily specials to choose from. Hen House Cafe 53 E. Palmer Lake Dr. Pueblo West, CO 81007 719-647-1048 This was our second visit to Walters at Flying Horse this month. This evening we had the Mile High and the Popeye Special pizzas, both of which proved to be excellent choices! Walter's 303 Pizzeria & Publik House 2690 North Gate Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80921 719-487-3006  Great find on Dartsmouth just west of Sheridan (near Ft. Logan National Cemetery) in metro Denver. The Rigatoni with Grandma’s homemade meatballs was an excellent choice, with a side salad and bread. Family owned and operated since 1988. Be sure to check out the dessert case and great selection of Italian goods located right in the restaurant! Giuseppe's Pizzeria 5600 W Dartmouth Ave. (West of Sheridan) Denver, CO 80227 303-986-5945 A nice day and warm greeting by Tristan, combined with excellent service and food, at Walter’s 303 on Northgate just west of Highway 83. This was our first time. My half Italian salad and Lasagna with garlic bread were both filling and spot on! 2690 North Gate Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80921 719-487-3006 Good eatin’ today at this popular breakfast and lunch spot at Meridian and Stapleton north of Falcon. Locally owned and operated, Nana’s offers generous portions, tasty food, and free smiles. Nana's Kitchen 11882 Stapleton Dr. Peyton, CO 80831 719-645-8249 Today we enjoyed a delicious Sunday dinner at Edelweiss Restaurant. The Filet Mignon Madeira was an excellent choice, grilled and wrapped in bacon and served with Madeira wine sauce. It included a side of fried potatoes, grilled vegetables, and fresh dinner rolls. The apple strudel topped off the meal very nicely! Edelweiss German Restaurant 34 E Ramona Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80905 719-633-2220 Every visit I’m amazed by the locals who regularly fill and patronize this family-owned and operated local business on N. Nevada at Fillmore. Often I overhear them telling the server they don’t need a menu because they already have a favorite picked out. Tonight was no different. I, however, decided to stray from my normal picks to try something different. Amber (always extending a warm welcome) confirmed my selection was a good one, and indeed it was. The marinated, boneless chicken breast baked with artichokes, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese was delicious. I can never resist their tasty House Salad, and the order of garlic bread with cheese absolutely topped off this delightful dinner. Some of our other favorites include the Lasagna and the Pizza. Stop in and get yours Tuesday - Saturday. A line of regulars (sometimes including me) starts forming shortly before the doors even open at 5:00pm. Roman Villa 3005 N Nevada Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80907 719-635-1806  Fishin’ at Marigold Cafe today. What a catch, and love the cajun sauce (from one who’s not a tarter sauce fan). The fresh bread basket with butter is always a treat. Lauren is awesome and everything is absolutely delicious! We have always found Marigold Cafe a delightful place for lunch or dinner. Marigold Cafe 4605 Centennial Road Colorado Springs, CO 80919 719-599-4776 A Black Bottom Bourbon Pecan Pie, oh my! Discover some of the best pies in the region at the Pi Bar. 3:14 Sweet & Savory Pi Bar 5152 Centennial Boulevard Colorado Springs, CO 80919 719-314-6172 Our party of 13 enjoyed a spectacular holiday event this evening at the Flying W Ranch. Everything from the awesome dinner to the always-amazing performance by the Flying W Wranglers are reasons you too can experience a memorable time with family and friends this Christmas season. Flying W Ranch 3330 Chuckwagon Rd. Colorado Springs, CO 80919 719.598.4000 A local favorite since 1972, Señor Manuel serves up some of the best Mexican cuisine in town. Enjoy house-made chips and salsa and a variety of original menu items inspired by Señor Manuel himself. Our enchiladas were amazing, covered with a cheesy queso sauce and accompanied by fresh rice and re-fried beans. If the parking lot in front is full, there's plenty of additional parking in the back. Señor Manuel Mexican Cuisine 4660 N. Nevada Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80918 719.598.3033 |
