49 Best American Restaurants near Fort Carson

“Giving 5 stars because if you consider the food quality
(Pretty good) And how cheap it is... Nothing even comes close.

This is all you can eat for roughly 5-10 dollars depending on what meal. A single McDonald's bigmac is more expensive than a whole buffet here.“

“The perfect fall meal! The cold brew with coconut cream was so refreshing, while the hot toddy brought all the cozy fall vibes. Pair that with their delicious Cuban sandwich, and you’ve got comfort food at its best. Plus, Shuga’s has a gorgeous patio that makes the whole experience even better. Amazing flavors, great atmosphere, and the best place to soak up the season!“

“The food has always been spectacular but seems the service just keeps getting better. If you get the chance you must try the monte cristo and ask for Goober.“

“We came to black bear to have breakfast and Miss Brooklynn was our server and she was so attentive she made our day start out beautifully. Thank you Brooklynn. She earned her 5 stars for sure!!!“

“If you visit Garden of the Gods, you have to stop by the Garden of the Gods Trading Post for lunch! We did, and it was delicious!“

“Brooklyn was a terrific sever and her courtesy and attention is a great reason for us to return.“

“Visited this amazing place on August 10, 2026. The food was amazing and soooooo flavorful! The ambiance was very chilled and of course I will return.“

“Eli was really good. He was courteous and went above and beyond. On the other hand, my loaded tater tots just had cheese on them and nothing else. They were also burned on the top“

“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.“

“Wait time went by faster than quoted! Fad, friendly service. Coffee is the best I have had and refills were perfectly timed. Will definitely be dropping by to buy a bag to brew at home. All menu items were delicious and filling. I bought additional giant cinnamon rolls to share with absent family members. So GOOD!“

“Visiting from Buffalo, NY, I took my wife out for a nice dinner at Carlos’. Everything was great. Friendly service from the owner, timely check-in’s on our satisfaction levels and next parts of our meals or subsequent need for drinks. Excellent recommendations for food and beverages. Listened to our preferences. All around Great experience. WE will be sure to go again next time in CO Springs.“

“Great dinner, service, atmosphere great ! Except for a 5 ounces glass of Pinot noir Priced for a 6 ounces ….. Good customer !“

“Neat place! My son enjoyed getting in the cockpit. You can eat in the plane or inside the restaurant. Food is actually decent compared to a lot of places with rave reviews in Springs! We were satisfied with the whole experience and will go back.“

“Had a party of 15. Food came out in a timely manner and was great. The Maui wowi mimosa was splendid along with the pancake flight. 100% recommend“

“James is an amazing server! We could not have asked for a better person to greet us, take our order. He ensured our order was correct and followed any weird requests like no ice. He also ensured the baby had her food first and was taken care of the whole time. Our food came out hot and delicious. Potato Pancakes are to die for. The smashed mushroomroom and Swiss burger was perfectly cooked and tasted glorious. The banana cream pie made fresh that afternoon tasted just like it was made that afternoon!!!! We will be back!“

“Great place to eat. The wait staff is very nice and friendly. Very willing to assist any way they can. Wide variety on the menu.“

“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!!“

“Great breakfast, good service!“

“Amazing restaurant, customer service was amazing! Food was delicious, portions were prefect. When we are back in town, we will for sure coming back! 10/10“

“We have been regulars at Quinn's since their opening day. Our favorite place in town, especially when the Celtic music is playing. The best bartenders in the universe work here and the manager (Meredith) is wonderful.“

“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“

“I can’t rave enough about this place. The food, the service, the atmosphere - PHENOMENAL!!!!!“

“I’m from Baltimore where sno-balls reign supreme. These are exactly like back home. My favorite is chocolate with marshmallow and the taste sends me back to my childhood. The owners are great!!!“

“My husband, son and I enjoyed lunch at this establishment. It was delicious. A shout out for your berry salad and your teriaki chicken! We are back home in St Louis now and I miss your food already. Our waiter happened to be from Edwardsville, IL and he was great! Both tables next to us were also from Missouri too. Fun atmosphere!“

“Adams Cafe is a true local gem! I love their menu — so many fresh, healthy options made with care and great ingredients. The baked goods are absolutely outstanding, and the cake of the month had us all smiling. Everything tastes homemade and full of heart. Can’t wait to come back!“

“EAT HERE!!! Wonderful food!! Clean restaurant. Had steak with grilled onions meal, chicken tenders meal - be sure to get Honey Mustard to dip -- YUMMY!!!! Broccoli rice is really good!!! Not crunchy!!! Mushrooms as a starter & Rasberry Iced tea!! All were delicious!! AND, Heather, our Server, was very knowledgeable, helpful, quick, efficient, &, most of all, very sweet!!!! Would highly recommend!!!!!“

“I'm an East Coast girl and the food and service takes me home to happy times! Thanks for the excellent menu and wonderful service!“

“It’s delicious! Best Philly I have had in years. Husband told me it was great but he didn’t tell me it was this awesome! Go try it out. You won’t be disappointed.“

“We had a great wedding here! Landon, our day of coordinator was especially amazing. Everything went off without any hitches (at least that we knew about) and everyone loved the venue. It was a beautiful day that went better than we ever could have imagined.“

“Moved back to the Springs 2 years ago and forgot about Patty Jewett till a friend recommended it. The only thing that changed was the food. Way better. The Poke was delicious. All the ingredients were fresh and a great array of textures. Waitress was awesome. Can't wait to keep returning and eat our way through the menu.“

“Nice atmosphere and 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 had a late lunch after spending the morning going to Pike’s Peak on the Cog Train. We were going to have lunch in Manitou Springs but they had a water outage due to a break in the line that impacted restaurants. So we found this highly rated brewery that is also known for their smash burgers and decided to give it a try. The beer was very good and smash burgers were great. The patties are freshly rolled daily and you could taste the difference. Very nice place for a brew and buger.“

“I got the Philly cheesesteak breakfast burrito and it was great! Lighty toasted on the outside and the meat was seasoned well and everything else in it was delicious! The waitress was very friendly and willingly helpful with my questions I had for my vacation visit. Also had a cool old timey vibe. 10/10 recommend“

“Just tried the quesabirria…. DELICIOUS OMGEEEEEZ AND it was a huge plate and I’m stuffed but I need more! So glad I found em on DoorDash“

“Really enjoyed visiting Snarfs for the first time. Delicious food and friendly staff!“

“Excellent food and service“

“Had lunch there. Small menu but everything we had was very tasty. Very good service. Want to go back and try more items on the menu. This one doesn’t disappoint.“

“My wife and I spent our 43rd anniversary here. Wow, Susan our waitress was amazing. The ribeyes were cooked perfectly. The wine was pared just right. Thanks to all the staff for wonderful experience!!“

“Not what I was expecting for a top suggested restaurant. Music to load couldn't here each other talk. Not much of a menu selection. Staff was great. Atmosphere was nice. Had more of a club vibe with a menu.“

“Excellent food and service, as always!“

“It has been a long time since we have had such a warm welcome and service that Alex provided. That was only exceeded by mouth watering Salmon, Chicken Marsala and wine. Just does not get any better.“

“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.“

“Snack bar at a natural area / park / tourist destination? It’s actually pretty good. Portions are decent. Staff is very friendly and focused on getting you to the ride / tour you’ve scheduled. The dining area is enormous with beautiful panoramic views.

Kid-friendliness: This place has a lot of kid activities and the menu was great for little kids who need some food. Chicken fingers, burgers, fries, etc.“

“Wonderful service from the very sweet and attentive Olivia this evening! She went above and beyond to ensure a lovely dining experience. We loved the Rocky Mountain Stracciatella for an app, my dinner was the Chef's special Tacos Al Pastor, and my husband had the Cubano -- all very delicious. And as always, one of the best views in town😍“

“I highly recommend this place! The food was delicious, and the service was helpful and friendly!“

“I loved my stay at Cliff House while visiting Manitou Springs. At check in I was surprised with a complimentary upgrade from a standard king room to a deluxe king. Completely unexpected and so thankful for. The room was clean, had a beautiful view of the mountains, a cozy fireplace, huge bathroom with a jacuzzi bathtub, heated toilet seats, a bathrobe and the personalized welcome message on the tv was a nice touch. Room service was fast and courteous. The valet service was always very fast and friendly as well. I have no complaints, I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and highly recommend Cliff House to others visiting Manitou Springs.“

“Amazing restaurant, customer service was amazing! Food was delicious, portions were prefect. When we are back in town, we will for sure coming back! 10/10“

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