50 Best Cocktail Bars in Colorado Springs

“Great food and drinks. Inconceivable!“

“We were staying at the Mining Exchange (but you don't need to in order to access the bar), and wanted some drinks before we had dinner.

Service was friendly and attentive (on a Tuesday night) and the house cocktails we had were both excellent. I had a Frida (Kahlo) Flame, a lovely Old Fashioned variant with chocolate bitters and jalapeno -- zingy but well-balanced. My wive did the (Monique) Chism Spritz, a tequila / prosecco cocktail that included not-overwhelming peach.

They also do light food fare, which we did not try.

Seating is in the lobby of the MX -- lots of wood, lamps, and a hodge-podge of comfie chairs and sofas. Elegant, homey, and enjoyable.

The drinks aren't cheap, but we enjoyed them a great deal.

Net-net, we plan to visit more times during our trip -- and might go out of our way to visit again should we be in the Springs.“

“Shout out to the Cucuru crew for making a first time ever thing happen last night ! Way to kill it y’all!!“

“Did my birthday party here. Great staff loved the atmosphere. Everyone had a great time. Drinks are amazing!!“

“great laid back spot.. live their spirits“

“Good atmosphere and people“

“I had a great experience at Bloom. Despite having a bad date experience with the person I was with y'all made sure to go above and beyond to make my experience enjoyable. There are so many different drinks to choose from including mocktails. I enjoyed hearing the staff sing karaoke 🎤 and when I return by myself I'm definitely signing with them 😆😍 I also wanted to mention the bathrooms were super clean! I find it when I go out sometimes the bathrooms cleanliness isn't always on par and Blooms restrooms are so clean they don't even feel like normal restrooms. Thank you to the wonderful staff for going above and beyond and making sure my evening was wonderful ❤️“

“Late dinner and drinks. Cocktails and service were excellent.“

“We came from Denver for a little getaway. Best experience in the CS by far. Food was excellent. Locally sourced, thoughtfully served. Although Tapas, generously portioned. Love the creativity put into cocktails and the options provided. Elevated service was without a doubt amazing. Thank you“

“District Elleven is a total vibe—moody, modern, and tucked just off Tejon in downtown Colorado Springs. We stopped in on a Tuesday and were pleasantly surprised to find happy hour running from 4pm to close (yes, all night!). The Drink of the Week was a total standout—The Myagi Blossom, made with gin, Aperol, honey lavender, and lemon, topped with boba. Light, balanced, and not too sweet—just right. It was fun, creative, and refreshing. We sampled several small plates and honestly, they were more generous than expected. Highlights: the perfectly crispy arancini, the hummus plate (topped with caramelized onions and served with warm bread, carrots, and cucumbers—my personal favorite), patatas vovo (a delicious spin on a classic), and the artichoke de fritas, which were divine. For cocktails, the Sazerac had a bold nod to New Orleans—traditional with a whisper of absinthe that hit all the right notes. I ended the night with a dirty vodka martini served with blue cheese-stuffed olives—beautifully done. We also shared an affogato for dessert, which was the perfect finish. Service was also top-notch—our server handled both the bar and our table with ease, making us feel genuinely welcome and well cared for. This place is a gem. Whether you’re just out for drinks or looking to graze and linger, District Elleven nails the ambiance, flavors, and hospitality. We’ll definitely be back.“

“Great spot for anyone looking for easy variety of well-prepared food. Friendly staff. Awesome atmosphere. We loved it.“

“New little speakeasy styled bar in town. And I mean little! I think they are still finding their feet.

Love the live music.

I was extremely surprised to not see classic speakeasy type drinks on the menu like a bees knees and French 75/76 (my favorite and what we tried to order). April was wonderful and tried her best to make us a cocktail that would be similar and didn't charge us for them. They didn't even have champagne.. Crazy. The drinks they did offer all seemed too sugary.“

“A cute little dive bar with a fun ghost story.
Jam sessions, pool, darts, and other activities.
Chatted with the owner, Linda for a big part of the evening. It's obvious when people have found balance in creating a life instead of just a business.“

“Can’t recommend enough. Nothing on the menu is less than perfect. The chef really take you around the world with amazing flavors“

“Thank you everyone so much for yalls support!!!“

“went for brunch coupon in monthly mag eggs/chorizo were best i have , potatos also good - wanted more, croissant coffee very good also. wife green chile good, yes tables are small had to put phone glasses on window sill, nice art work on walls. open only to 1 on sunday and dinner 5-9 rest of week, starting bfast sept 25 during week , small patio on sidewalk if nice weather“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had such a great experience at Lebowski’s Taproom! We hosted our Vision Board Night there, and the staff was absolutely wonderful. They were welcoming, friendly, helpful, and made us feel right at home. The atmosphere was fun and relaxed, and it was the perfect space to bring people together, get creative, and enjoy the evening. Even though our group was small, the staff treated our event with so much kindness and support, and that meant a lot to us. Thank you, Lebowski’s Taproom, for helping make our first Vision Board Night such a positive experience! 🌻💕 We’re excited to come back for another event! — The Wildflower Project“

“Love the vibe of this place! It's so much fun when they convert garages into cafes. The staff was very nice and competent. The coffee was... divine. I can't wait to try their espresso martinis! Food was great; enjoyed the pickled onions and garlic. Fabulous place to meet up with friends or family. Thank you!“

“The first time at this place the food was delicious and good atmosphere“

“Found this place because I wanted a place open after the end of my shift at midnight. Such a laid back vibe. great cocktails and extensive list of spirits. The kitchen was closed, but the menu looks intriguing. Definitely recommend. Definitely will return.“

“Wow is all we can say! It's been a while since we have been to White Pie & man are we glad we paid them a visit! They literally knocked everything out of the park! Every item we purchased was delicious & our server Ella was absolutely incredible! We got the buratta, meatballs, broccolini, Brussels, Fromage a Trois, Lasagna, Wagyu burger, and blueberry lavender cannoli for dessert! It's so nice visiting a local owned spot with both fabulous food & service! Thank you White Pie we will be back soon!“

“Our brunch experience was one of the best of my life! The Bloody Mary’s were sooooo good - and the food even better. My husband got the Eggs Benedict and it’s the best he’s ever had! I got the pork belly hash and it was the BOMB. But what made me happiest was the butter and honey jam that came with my toast. That’s the best I’ve ever had!!! We absolutely loved this place. I wish I had pictures because the presentation is on point!“

“Frankie will make fun of you but it’s worth it for the broasted chicken. Stacey is a ray of sunshine. Mae is a great cook.“

“I cannot tell you how much I love BFB! Never ceases to disappoint from the first welcome, service, to the food, to the “see ya later”!!! So so good!“

“This place serves up authentic, flavorful dishes that hit the spot! The tacos are outstanding - bursting with great flavors and freshness! Ashley’s phenomenal customer service made the visit even more enjoyable, and the drinks were equally impressive. Highly recommended!“

“Absolutely the best Mexican food in Colorado! Stopped at their new location on Sinton Rd and it was delicious. The owner and his son were extremely nice and everyone was friendly and very welcoming. The carne asada was mouth watering delicious and the seafood chimichanga was amazing. We had the fried ice cream for dessert and it was melt in your mouth satisfying. We will definitely be going back as often as we can!!“

“First visit, very pleased. On site parking, 5 of us passing plates and couldn't find one that wasn't really good. Staff attentive, super pleasant. Only negative? that I could find... it was a cold night and we should have sat further from the door. Will be back.“

“Fun cocktail list! Great bartenders & fun atmosphere!“

“Wow! What a beautiful night! This place is surprisingly a 10/10 for me.

Now let me brag on my waitress for the night! VIENNA, you’re such a joy. You made our night such a wonderful experience.
Thank you for all the recommendations.

But “THE DRINK EMPRESS SISI” was the highlight of my night! Only for me to find out VIENNA herself crafted it! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

10/10! That drink is amazing.

All the small bites we tried were great, but my babe enjoyed the burgers and I enjoyed the Dos tacos and the shrimp.

Portions a small. Not ideal for a “dinner date!”But great place to grab a bite and cocktails with your crew.“

“we came from Kentucky to celebrate our anniversary and decided to come here our last night . everything was delicious and the service was exceptional . Steven was our server and was also amazing !!“

“Great place, very pretty and clean atmosphere. The staff was sweet and attentive. Really liked Macha latte. The same owners as monses so they have pupusas!!!! I“

“went for lunch today. delicious food. good drinks and great service. Really enjoyed the gnocchi dish.“

“best spot in the Springs to get some culture music, comedy, vibes on vibes, and art everywhere. Plus the drinks they smack“

“Wife and I haphazardly came across this bar during Christmas. What a pleasant surprise! The bartenders were extremely professional and welcoming. Drinks were on point. The service and atmosphere warrant the price point of this hidden gem. Will definitely be back.“

“amazing place and great staff“

“This should be the hottest spot in Colorado Springs. The vibe was so cool and upscale while also being relaxed. The FOOD…OMGOSH. We’ve been a lot of places and this is one of the best meals we’ve ever had. Seriously everything (service, drinks, apps, meal) was perfect. Thank you so much!!“

“We came with a large group for a work dinner. I had the 4-course with wine pairing, which was nothing short of spectacular. Dave was our server and handled the large group with ease and humor. We ate most of the menu and the dishes were all unique interpretations, and maintain the tasty, seasonal feel of late summer. I would absolutely recommend and will love coming back.“

“Hosted a military welcome here and from initial contact for reservations to the end of our event - 1000% recommend Garden of the Gods Cafe! Communication was stellar, service was inviting and warm, brunch was delicious, and the mountain mimosas hit the spot. The staff was so accommodating and truly created a wonderful atmosphere that made our event memorable.“

“Absolutely loved brunch this morning!! Wonderful service and delicious food. I ordered Bacon and tomato avocado toast with egg whites. It was all perfectly cooked and delivered piping hot. Such a cozy diner with great atmosphere.“

“Had a wonderful meal and drinks at the Steakhouse last night. Laura and Austin, our servers, were exceptional! They were amazingly attentive and made the experience so enjoyable!“

“I love the rotating themes and food/drink menu, and have been to both locations. Last night was my first time at this location and I was very disappointed with the service. One of my drinks never arrived after reminding the server twice within about an hour. Our food also arrived before our drinks which is a generally not acceptable step of service. Our server also left abruptly without telling us and I still hadn't gotten one of my my drinks at that point. He didn't communicate he was leaving or tell us who would be taking over our table for him or anything so then we had to go to the bar to ask. I understand we all have things going on in life but as a former seasoned service industry professional I would not have done that to my guests and would have at least communicated I was leaving. I would return for a new theme but would not want that particular server. My drink was at least comped.“

“Great sports bar, lots of TV’s, cold drinks, and great food“

“We went last night for the Barbie theme and had a blast along with great food and drinks. The theme was top notch. Highly recommend“

“Great choice of wines, meat n cheese plates, comfortable, nice intimate atmosphere. Definitely a place to check out.“

“Awesome place with great food!“

“Great place to just wind down . Friendly staff and crowd.“

“Great breakfast, good service!“

“First of all, if you get Shon as your server, your day or evening is set! He will provide you food quickly without fusss and your drink will never be empty. Definitely get the Juicy Special Cajun Seafood Marinade Seasoning. If you love garlic, it was the perfect balance where I could taste both the seafood and the seasoning. And not salty. Delicious!“

“This should be the hottest spot in Colorado Springs. The vibe was so cool and upscale while also being relaxed. The FOOD…OMGOSH. We’ve been a lot of places and this is one of the best meals we’ve ever had. Seriously everything (service, drinks, apps, meal) was perfect. Thank you so much!!“

“Had a wonderful dinner here! The food was absolutely amazing and the service staff again absolutely amazing!! Highly recommended!!!“