10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Colorado Springs

"A hot spot in Colorado Springs nightlife is Phantom Canyon Brewing Co. There are many fantastic spots in Colorado Springs to try excellent local brews, but Phantom Canyon consistently surprises us with their high-quality variety and consistency. The bar and restaurant are filled with friendly staff and it is no wonder why the place is such a success."

"Another long-time staple of Colorado Springs, Bristol Brewing Company is perhaps the most well-known microbrewery in the area. Since opening its doors in 1994, this brewery has shown a deep passion for keeping craft beer local by only selling their beers within Colorado borders and helped this burgeoning industry to flourish. In 2013, Bristol moved from their flagship location to the historic Ivywild School, built back in 1916."

"Colorado Mountain Brewery has years of brewing experience that shape our unique beers and original ales into true Colorado Craft Beer. Our food and service match our brewing experience to ensure you find the True Taste of Colorado."

"Goat Patch Brewing Company, despite its farmyard-friendly name, was actually named after its founders signature beard style, which he wears in a long ponytail down his chest. Head brewer and co-owner Darren Baze has a long resume of working in Colorado craft brewing, including two breweries that appear further down on our list, and he finally put all of that knowledge to use in his own brewery, which opened its flagship location in 2017. Since then, Goat Patch has gained a reputation in the Springs for its outstanding craft beers that provide a bit more balance for the palette than most traditional brews."

"Although a new name in the list of downtown breweries in Colorado Springs, Red Swing Breweries have a solid lineup of beers, a great ambiance, and a dog-friendly interior. While they do not serve food in the house, food trucks are available nearby. They have a little mascot dog to keep you company."

"They use "beyond burgers" and fresh lettuce and tomato and buns to give a vegan upgrade to classic fast-food staples. Also offers vegan meatball subs, hot dogs, chicken slider/strips and fresh drinks including a berry and kale smoothie. All meals come with tons of fries and are well priced."

"Enjoy an array of classic diner treats such as Bacon Cheeseburgers, Chicken Parmesean, Buffalo Strips and more. They’re all 100% vegan. And, they’re so full of flavour that they’re sure to change the mind of even the most stubborn carnivore on the creativeness of vegan dishes."

"Located at 3220 Austin Bluffs Parkway in northeast, it is the highest-rated fast food restaurant in Colorado Springs, boasting 4.5 stars out of 250 reviews on Yelp."

"A post shared by Natalie Eger (@natalie.eger) on Feb 8, 2018 at 11:29am PST. Little Nepal Indian Restaurant and Bar aims to provide the best dining experience to its customers by offering an amazing restaurant that features exquisite and Authentic Indian and Nepal cuisine. Aside from regular non-vegetarian dishes found in their buffet style service setting, they also provide customers with vegetarian specialties such as Saag Paneer, Bharta Makhani, Malai Kofta, Bombay Alu, Vegetable Curry, and a lot more."

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"The Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is one of the best Colorado Springs attractions for folks with a sweet tooth. Though the downtown shop is a lot smaller than some of the older, grander franchise locations in neighboring cities, it can still pack a sugary-sweet punch. Sweets include everything from fudges and truffles to meltaways and cream-filled chocolates."

"With over 300 varieties of hand made chocolates and confections, made from only the finest ingredients and the best cocoa blends, our chocolate has been rates top chocolate for its rich, intense flavor."