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The casual dining scene in The Springs has picked up dramatically since 2021. With a healthy mix of home grown operators and talented transplants, Colorado Springs is quickly becoming known as a foodie city amongst tourist and travelers alike. Browse through our directory of casual dining and follow us on your favorite social media platform for the latest and greatest from the Colorado Springs restaurant scene.

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T-BYRDS TACOS

T-Byrds Tacos is a lively spot in downtown Colorado Springs known for its bold flavors and fun atmosphere. Specializing in strong, handcrafted margaritas and a la carte tacos, this local favorite lets you mix and match your perfect meal.

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SKIRTED HEIFER

Hip burger bar with two locations, featured on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives!

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JOSE MULDOON’S

40 year Downtown staple for Mexican food, with great patio and arcade bar for kids.

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SLICE 420

Award winning pizzeria with two locations. Don’t worry, despite the inuendo, the food isn’t infused!

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PIG LATIN

Popular, cuban, chef inspired eatery featuring island tacos and a lively environment.

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GREEN LINE GRILL

Long-standing burger bar located on the outskirts of Downtown. Featuring onion burgers.

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Five tacos on a black serving tray, topped with colorful ingredients such as pink pickled onions, green guacamole, shredded meat, diced onions, cilantro, and drizzled with orange sauce, with some shredded cabbage and green sauce on the side.

DOS SANTOS

Trendy taco shop on the new Southside Tejon St. Known for eclectic tacos and margaritas.

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WHITE PIE

Urban pizzeria featuring New Haven and Sicilian style pizzas. Has heated patio!

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RED GRAVY

Acclaimed Chef Eric Brenner’s popular casual Italian food restaurant located Downtown COS.

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DOS DOS

Burrito bar with hip twist, serving breakfast to dinner. Located across from Acacia Park.

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URBAN EGG

A Colorado Springs staple for breakfast/ brunch. Several locations throughout the Springs.

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SUSHI ROW

New, chic, casual, Japanese style sushi bar located in Downtown.

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DENVER BISCUIT CO./ FAT SULLY’S/ ATOMIC COWBOY

Giant biscuits. Giant Pizzas! This Denver based eatery is known for its over-the-top casual fare.

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BURNT TOAST

Chef driven breakfast and lunch spot with retro toaster decor and a full cocktail bar.

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STREETCAR 520

Eclectic New American eatery known for global menu, drag brunches and trendy atmosphere.

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CHUCKWAGON

Very popular, Texas-style BBQ joint, generally regarded as the best BBQ in The Springs!

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COLORADO CRAFT

Elevated comfort food is the focus of this chef driven, downtown contemporary restaurant.

ILLEGAL PETE’S

Illegal Pete’s is a Colorado heirloom! This burrito/taco/bowl bar is both yummy and well priced!

HAYATO

From the streets of Japan, Chef K and Melvin bring authentic Ramen to Colorado Springs. After a very successful pop-up at district elleven, Melvin and the team have migrated to residency @ C.O.A.T.I.

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