Carlos Bistro

1025 S 21st St, Colorado Springs
(719) 471-2905

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Shelby Drury

The most wonderful service I've ever had. Kara and Carlos took great care of us for my husband's birthday! My husband had an old fashioned and I had an espresso martini, both were wonderful and food was great as well.

Ryan Meston

Heya so I wondered in here and man the food is good ! The owner.. I think I talked to the owner / Chef . Very intense, big accent . No disrespect but I have a hearing problem and the place is loud ! Like no joke ! It’s expensive so I would assume their clients are a bit older, so loud heavy accent, Intense! the dude is obviously passionate, but man! Odd choice.. w the loud music and super intense presentation. again the food ! Crazy goood the soup to die for etc.

Maybe someone wants this presentation, but it was a bit much for us .

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Joel Arguello

I took my wife here for our 5th anniversary. This was the most amazing experience at a restaurant my wife and I have ever had. The food was the best I have ever had, and the service was even better. Carlos was amazing, so welcoming, and made our experience feel very personal

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Matt Fuss

We recently dined at Carlos Bistro for my anniversary. We had a wonderful dining experience. Everything was fresh & cooked to perfection. The service was top-notch! Carlos was very friendly & attentive. It's rare that the restaurant owner also assists with serving you, which was a cool & unique experience. If you are looking for a fine dining experience with great food & service, then I'm sure you won't be disappointed! Thanks, Carlos!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Donna Webster

We have been dying to eat here and honestly we wish we had dined here sooner. Tonight (10/25/24) arrived early and Carlos opened the front door, greeting us by name and sat us immediately. He was so welcoming and each time he passed our table he spoke to us by name.
I started with the best key lime martini and my husband enjoyed his favorite wine. We were served fresh bread & butter, salted to taste.
The menu is vast. We shared the soft shell crab appetizer which was fresh.
My lobster salad included a large, 7oz piece of lobster, a meal in itself. My husband had the tomahawk pork chop (he has traveled the world) and said it was the best meal he has ever eaten! We were too full for dessert but are no quitters! Shared the cheesecake filled crepe with berry coulis and ate it all! We can’t wait to return.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Robin Babb

My girlfriend and I visited Carlos Bistro on October 12, 2024. First, Carlos (owner) met us outside, introducing himself while greeting and welcoming us to his fabulous restaurant. He then walked us in, remembering us by name and sitting us in the perfect cozy place (in front of the fireplace). Carlos took the time to read through the menu and the specials to find the perfect meal for us. I ordered the 16oz buffalo t-bone with mashed potatoes, and she ordered a steak with potatoes. Both were cooked perfectly medium, and the potatoes with vegetables were to die for. We also ordered his signature margarita and lemon martini; it was perfect, just like everything else we ordered! The staff was professional and top-notch. This was my first time visiting Colorado Springs and Carlos Bistro, and we plan to return very soon. Thank you, Carlos, for the exceptional food and dining!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Creme Brulee, Wagyu, Beef Wellington

Scott Yarberry

Upper echelon dining at its finest. They do absolutely everything right. I've eaten at Ruth Cris, Sullivan's, St. Elmo's and none of them hold a candle to the steaks from Carlo's. Carlo's will now be a tradition in our family.

Updated 10-11-2024

Our 9th dinner at Carlo’s Bistro over the span of 7 years and my wife and I recently enjoyed the best meals we’ve ever had! Our steaks were simply amazing, cooked perfectly, and incredibly well seasoned. The lobster salad was epic and a “must order”. The depth of flavor in Carlos’ cuisine was impressive and kept us wanting more and more.

The owner was incredibly kind and attentive, made us feel truly valued, even greeted us by name.

Each course was more impressive than the last, leaving us eager for the next. We will undoubtedly return again and again! Best in the Springs.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sidney Ege

Hands down the best restaurant I’ve ever been to. The entire experience was phenomenal. Great food, great drinks, great service.

Rowena Rivest

Great food, great service and great host! Carlos and Stephanie made my brother and sister in law’s anniversary so special. Food was incredible. Thank you for making their night so special.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Melissa Matthews

An amazing and beautiful dinner. I have never been to a restaurant where the host met u at your car. Carlos Bistro is an exceptional restaurant with mouth watering entrees. Filet Oscar was so good and oysters on the half shell very fresh. Will definitely visit again. Thank you Carlos.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Filet Oscar

Sarah Bornales LaRue

I took my husband here for his birthday dinner at the recommendation of a long time friend. Frank and Carlos are awesome! They were incredibly professional and extremely warm and welcoming. Carlos crafted beautiful meals and shared his thought process for his passion for food. He answered all of our questions about menu items and asked us about our preferences before giving well thought out recommendations.
Frank was so accommodating and it was like he anticipated all our needs and questions. Frank made the effort to get to know us, was patient with our decision making and always had a smile on his face.
I loved the feel of a family environment where the staff seem to truly care about the people coming to their restaurant. The food was spectacular. My husband said his cocktail was great!
Carlos shared his dream of working at his restaurant for another 30 years and I hope his dream comes true.
I will be recommending this place to family and friends from here on out! 10/10 experience. Looking forward to our next time here (:

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Rebeccah Drennan

Went out to dinner and tried Carlos bistro in Colorado Springs and the service from Carlos himself was AMAZING! And the food was above any expectation we had. We recommend this for anyone looking to have a unique and special evening out. It is a bit on the pricey side but the service and food quality make it worth it!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Aimee Kahman

Can’t say enough about our experience, my fiancé and I came in for dinner for our Anniversary and were treated like royalty
The greeting by Carlos makes you feel like you’ve known him for years love that he remembers our names
The excellent communication, amazing customer service and speediness of courses was top notch
The food was incredible, and the French butter with sea salt - Magnifique
We can’t wait to come back! thank you to the entire staff that made our experience so special

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chad Sheiner

Amazing environment and atmosphere, the food was great! You know the owner cares about you and his restaurant. Such a refreshing thing to see and much appreciated!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Matthew Huston

The chef was so personable with our group. I loved his energy and he kept our group on task. The food was amazing!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Beef Wellington

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