Outdoor dining at its finest in downtown Colorado Springs

Warmer days are ahead! Here are 9 of the best patios in downtown Colorado Springs for an incredible outdoor dining experience.

Dining al fresco is one of the greatest joys of spring and summertime, and we’re here to help you find the best patios throughout downtown Colorado Springs. Whether you want to have a view of Pikes Peak, watch the sunset, or just enjoy the sunshine, there are plenty of outdoor dining options to choose from!

Here’s our list, in no particular order:

Homa Cafe + Bar

Gracing downtown with their internationally-inspired menu, fun cocktails, and delicious desserts, Homa Cafe isn’t your average hotel restaurant. Not only do they have a warm and welcoming inside dining area, but they also have an expansive patio beneath a large mural. So, pull up an Adirondack chair, and stay awhile.

Bird Tree Cafe

The perfect place to watch the world go by is undoubtedly on the patio of Bird Tree Cafe. Located on bustling Tejon Street, this quaint cafe doubles in size during the spring and summer. You can find this patio right across from Acacia Park, making it an ideal place to sip your coffee! They offer delicious flatbreads, soups, and salads. While you’re there, try the frozen wine – it’s delicious!

Upstate Pizzeria in Avenue 19

Looking for some of the most popular pizza in the Springs (as rated by DoorDash users)? Look no further than Upstate Pizzeria at the top of Avenue 19! Upstate Pizzeria not only has fantastic New York style pizza, salads, and other appetizers, but it also has a wonderful elevated patio overlooking downtown. We don’t keep this place all to ourselves and proudly feature them on our 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour.

Outlaws Rooftop atop COATI Uprise Taphouse

The rooftop above COATI Uprise Taphouse | Downtown Colorado Springs | Photo by Rocky Mountain Food Tours

Located in the recently reinvigorated Trolly Block on South Tejon Street, COATI Uprise Taphouse is a must-visit for any beer lover! They offer more than 40 rotating regional and local beers on tap. Their rooftop bar recently was rebranded as Outlaws, which COATI says embodies their rebellious spirit. Get some tasty bites from one of the food vendors below and enjoy the unobstructed views of Pikes Peak from this rooftop bar.

White Pie

White Pie’s signature black and white umbrellas are not only charming, but they also provide shade in the Colorado sun. There’s picnic tables to dine family style, and also fire pits with log seats, there is plenty of seating on their outdoor patio. While White Pie has an expansive menu, we are partial to their signature pizza (of course called “The White Pie,”), baked cauliflower, paired with a glass of crisp white wine. Check them out on specialty routes of the 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour!

Jose Muldoon’s

Jose Muldoon’s is one of Colorado Springs’ longest-standing food establishments, serving delicious Tex-Mex and the best “Sangarita” in town. Located conveniently on Tejon Street, Jose Muldoon’s is perfect for dinner or happy hour with friends! It’s especially perfect to visit after all the shopping and browsing the many nearby local boutiques. Their back patio feels like a private escape from the rest of the world, providing the perfect Southwestern atmosphere for sipping drinks and chowing down on some chips and guacamole. 

Poor Richard’s Restaurant

Poor Richard’s is a staple in downtown Colorado Springs and has been a beloved partner of ours for years! A book and gift store, toy shop, cafe, and pizzeria — there’s not much you can’t get at Poor Richard’s! Their cozy back patio is the ideal place to enjoy a hearty salad or slice of pizza, which feels a world away from the busyness of downtown. Check them out on specialty routes of the 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour.

Lumen8 Rooftop Social

Lumen 8 Rooftop Social was named one of the 30 Best Restaurants in Colorado Springs by Springs Magazine. From atop this rooftop lounge, you’ll take in breathtaking views of Pikes Peak and Front Range. Located above two popular hotels in the heart of downtown, this patio is the perfect place to go for lunch, dinner, happy hour, and well…any time!

Cork and Cask

With more than 200 whiskey on their menu, Cork and Cask has one of the largest whiskey selections in town. They also have an extensive wine list and a fun appetizer menu featuring a dessert board. Head there before or after dinner and get cozy around one of their large outdoor fire pits tables as the Colorado sun sets to the west.

Downtown Colorado Springs has some incredible outdoor patios for  summer dining! If you’re looking for more creative ways to explore Colorado Springs, be sure to book one of our food tours in downtown Colorado Springs, which feature four to five destinations in under three hours!

Cheers! Your Rocky Mountain Food Tours Team

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