Introduction

Fort Carson and nearby Colorado Springs have much to offer newcomers. There is plenty of natural beauty – stunning geological features, spacious skies, and lots of sunshine – as well as a bounty of fresh food and craft brews to fuel adventures in your new community. Know what you’re hungry for? Click the links below to go straight to the information. (1-2) American Restaurants on Fort Carson (3-5) Coffee Shops on Fort Carson (6-10) Fast Food on Fort Carson (11) Pizza on Fort Carson (12) Ice Cream Shops on Fort Carson (13-22) TripAdvisor’s Top Restaurants in Colorado Springs (23-25) Yelp’s Best Colorado Springs Restaurants (26-28) Local Delicacies in Colorado Springs (29-30) Breweries in Colorado Springs

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COVID-19 2020

Due to the ongoing novel coronavirus pandemic restaurants may be temporarily closed or operating under restricted hours. Beware as many of those listed here are likely to be affected; verify hours of operation before you go.

Fort Carson Food Delivery

Congratulations! You’ve arrived at Fort Carson. A quick bite will help you power through the unpacking and decorating that awaits. With dozens of Colorado Springs restaurants available through Uber Eats, GrubHub and DoorDash, you can have some of the best Fort Carson restaurants delivered directly to your new front door.

Fort Carson Restaurants

Sometimes the best food for any meal is simply whatever you’re craving, and you will find many familiar favorites among restaurants on Fort Carson.

American Cuisine

1. Boston Market

Address:

Fort Carson Exchange Food Court, Bldg. 6110 Martinez St., Colorado Springs, CO 80913

Phone:

1 (719) 576-5661

2. Mulligan's Grill

Address:

Fort Carson Family & MWR, 1050 Titus Blvd., Bldg. 7800, Colorado Springs, CO 80913

Phone:

1 (719) 526-4122

Coffee

3. Green Beans Coffee

Address:

Fort Carson Exchange, Bldg. 1827, Colorado Springs, CO 80913

Phone:

1 (719) 576-0130

4. Starbucks

Address:

Fort Carson Exchange Food Court, Bldg. 6110 Martinez St., Colorado Springs, CO 80913

Phone:

1 (719) 576-5661

5. Dunkin' Donuts

Address:

Fort Carson Exchange, Bldg. 5940, Colorado Springs, CO 80913

Phone:

1 (719) 785-4823

Fast Food

6. Bun-D

Address:

Fort Carson Exchange Food Court, Bldg. 6110 Martinez St., Colorado Springs, CO 80913

Phone:

1 (719) 576-5661

7. Burger King

Address:

Fort Carson Exchange Food Court, Bldg. 6110 Martinez St., Colorado Springs, CO 80913

Phone:

1 (719) 576-5661

8. Charleys

Address:

Fort Carson Exchange Food Court, Bldg. 6110 Martinez St., Colorado Springs, CO 80913

Phone:

1 (719) 576-5661

9. Jimmy John’s

Address:

Fort Carson Exchange, Bldg. 1515, Colorado Springs, CO 80913

Phone:

1 (719) 576-7827

10. Kentucky Fried Chicken

Address:

Fort Carson Exchange, Bldg. 1533, Colorado Springs, CO 80913

Phone:

1 (719) 579-8237

11. Subway

Address:

Fort Carson Exchange Food Court, Bldg. 6110 Martinez St., Colorado Springs, CO 80913

Phone:

1 (719) 576-5661

Pizza Hut Fort Carson

11. Pizza Hut

Address:

Fort Carson Exchange, Bldg. 5940, Colorado Springs, CO 80913

Phone:

1 (719) 538-0100

Ice Cream

12. Baskin-Robbins

Address:

Fort Carson Exchange, Bldg. 5940, Colorado Springs, CO 80913

Phone:

1 (719) 785-4823

Restaurants Near Fort Carson

Colorado Springs is a short 15-minute drive north of Fort Carson and a city where restaurants are plentiful. As the second-largest city in the state, it’s home to a robust food-and-drink scene that promises to satisfy whatever you are craving. So, what are the best restaurants near Fort Carson? There’s a particularly fun way to find out: Take the Original Colorado Springs Food Tour to explore and sample some of the top restaurants in downtown Colorado Springs paired with a hearty side of local lore and history. Like to follow customer reviews? You can’t miss with TripAdvisor and Yelp’s top Colorado Springs dining lists.

TripAdvisor’s Top Restaurants in Colorado Springs

See the full list here.

13. Lake Terrace Dining Room

Address:

1 Lake Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80906-4269

Phone:

1 (866) 443-9426 Serving a classic breakfast menu, the elegant Lake Terrace Dining Room is a popular way to start the day with an a la carte menu offering European breakfasts, Colorado dishes, and fresh-from-the-griddle options.

14. Carlos Bistro

Address:

1025 S. 21st St., Colorado Springs, CO 80904-3705

Phone:

1 (719) 471-2905 Fresh fish and seafood such as mahi-mahi with walnut pesto and mussels and clams in chardonnay cream sauce are on the menu at this top-rated restaurant. Visit the bistro online for more information.

15. Uchenna

Address:

2501 W. Colorado Ave., Suite 105, Colorado Springs, CO 80904-3070

Phone:

(1) 719-634-5070 Offering healthy, organic, and gluten-free foods inspired by the traditions and history of Ethiopia, Israel, and the Mediterranean, Uchenna is known for its unique and traditional flavors.

16. Penrose Room

Address:

1 Lake Ave, Penthouse level of the Broadmoor Resort’s South Tower, Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Phone:

1 (866) 443-9426 You may not expect to find fine French dining out here, but you’d be pleasantly surprised. The Penrose Room offers delectable European cuisine. Try the five-course Chef's Tasting Menu and Wine Pairing for a truly amazing culinary experience.

17. The Public House

Address:

445 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Phone:

1 (719) 465-3079 Fancy burgers and fries in a casual pub environment is what you’ll find at The Public House. And you can wash it down with some great Colorado beers.

18. Amy’s Donuts

Address:

2704 E Fountain Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80910

Phone:

1 (719) 632-0512 A favorite for baked goods, breakfast, and, of course, donuts, Amy’s has all the doughy, sugary goodness you could ever want. And their drive-thru makes grabbing a quick bite a breeze.

19. Edelweiss Restaurant

Address:

34 E Ramona Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905

Phone:

1 (719) 633-2220 This Biergarten style restaurant offers hearty German cuisine from giant pretzels to tasty schnitzel, not to mention sausages of all kinds. Plus a selection of beers that will have you happily shouting prost!

20. Walter’s Bistro

Address:

146 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Phone:

1 (719) 630-0201 A great spot for classic American grub in a bistro setting right near the Cheyenne Mountain Resort. From cheeseburgers to lobster bisque, you’ll find food to fill any craving at Walter’s.

21. Ristorante Del Lago

Address:

1 Lake Ave Lakeside of Broadmoor West, Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Phone:

1 (719) 577-5774 Another feature of the Broadmoor Resort, this upscale, al fresco Italian eatery gets its name from its location on Lake Como. From wood-fired pizza to homemade pasta, Ristorante Del Lago is a taste of Italy right in Colorado.

22. Golden Bee

Address:

1 Lake Ave (across from Broadmoor Main), Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Phone:

1 (866) 381-8432 Yet another highly rated spot on Broadmoor, the Golden Bee is a blend of American bar and British pub. That means you can get a hefty, juicy burger and a perfectly flaky fish n’ chips without leaving your table.

Yelp’s Best Colorado Springs Restaurants

See the full list here.

23. Denver Biscuit Co.

Address:

528 S. Tejon St., Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Phone:

1 (719) 208-4770 As the name says, Denver Biscuit Co. serves up fresh-baked biscuits, biscuit sandwiches, and biscuit plates.

24. Mountain Shadows

Address:

2223 W. Colorado Ave., Colorado Springs, CO

Phone:

1 (719) 633-2122 Comfort food set amidst the charming Colorado Springs’ historic district is on the menu at Mountain Shadows.

25. Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

Address:

7605 Academy Blvd. N, Colorado Springs, CO 80920

Phone:

1 (719) 445-5851 Carefully sourced ingredients in food prepared fresh daily; Lazy Dog’s menu is inspired by the Rocky Mountains.

Local Delicacies

End a long day, or two, of moving on a high note and hit up any of these local delicacies. You’ll be loving the local life in no time!

26. Cacao Chemistry

Address:

109 N. Tejon St., Colorado Springs, CO

Phone:

1 (719) 633-3686 At Cacao Chemistry, the finest European chocolate is artfully-crafted into scrumptious confections.

27. Radiantly Raw

Address:

3312 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO

Phone:

1 (719) 749-6176 Radiantly Raw is “chocolate with a mission.” Its products are raw, organic, fair trade and non-GMO, and handcrafted in Colorado Springs.

28. Three Sisters Frybread

Address:

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Phone:

1 (719) 660-2667 A mother-daughter duo serves a variety of delightful Native American tacos using family recipes. Check out their Facebook to find this Colorado Springs food truck’s current location.

Breweries

29. Cork and Cask

Address:

60 E. Moreno St., Colorado Springs, CO

Phone:

1 (719) 434-8949 Cork and Cask boasts a whiskey list of 200+ … enough said. Moving is hard work and well worth celebrating with a tasty cocktail when complete!

30. Red Leg Brewing Co.

Address:

4630 Forge Rd, Suite B Colorado Springs, CO 80907

Phone:

1 (719) 598-3776 Drop into the veteran-owned Red Leg Brewing Co. to enjoy some suds and pick up insider tips on the best restaurants near Fort Carson.

Conclusion

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