Fine Dining Restaurants in Colorado

1515 Restaurant
1515 Market St., Denver (303) 571-0011
Restaurant 1515 Market offers contemporary American Cuisine with a fusion menu. At this chic LoDo eatery, classic European and Asian flavors intersect. The combination comes to life in a full spectrum of seafood, game, steak, chicken and pasta entrees, as well as scrumptious deserts (menu changes seasonally). Also available are private banquet rooms for all those special occasions. Don't miss the live Rhythm & Blues Monday through Saturday starting at 9:00pm. Valet parking is available every night.

Black Bear Restaurant
10375 Ute Pass Ave., Green Mt Falls, (719) 684-9648
Consistently voted among Southern Colorado's most spectacular eating establishments, the Black Bear Restaurant is located in scenic Green Mountain Falls just off of Highway 24. Set in a picturesque historic building, the food is even better than the atmosphere. Rated 4 out of 4 stars by the Denver Post and 5 out of 5 from the Gabby Gourmet, dinners are meant to please the palate. Choose from one of the Chef's Table dinners (paired a wine selection), or select from the choicest Kobe beef selections, or choose from 8 different dishes off of the lighter menu. Come and visit, you won't be disappointed.

Briarhurst Manor Estate
404 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs, (719) 685-1864
Only a few minutes drive west of Colorado Springs, The Briarhurst Manor is located in the tiny valley of Manitou Springs. The Victorian Manor House was built in 1876 by the founder of Manitou Springs, Dr. William Bell, of London England. The finely grained pink sandstone Tudor Manor displays the architecture and landscaping of an English Country House. Dine in your choice of rooms throughout the mansion, please visit our site to browse our wonderful menu. Reservations strongly suggested.

Craftwood Inn
404 El Paso Blvd., Manitou Springs (719) 685-9000
The Craftwood Inn located in historic Manitou Springs, stands at the base of our beautiful Colorado Mountains. Entrees include Colorado Wild Game prepared in the Chef's secret sauces, Vegetarian Tapas, Chilled Salads, homemade warn soups, and fresh baked breads. Whether you are looking for an evening out with your significant other or trying to decide on a location for your special occasion, give us a call, you won't be disappointed.

Herb Garden Bistro
366 Second St., Monument (719) 488-0840
“Fine Dining in a Casual Atmosphere”. This quaint little restaurant is located just off the I-25 interstate in Monument (Tri-Lakes Exit). They pride themselves in providing personal service to each of their guests; don’t be surprised if the Owners and/or Executive Chef brings your meal to your table. Menu selections include Feta Spinach Chicken, Filet Mignon with Bearnaise Sauce and Jaegerschnitzel with Spaetzle. Save room for their homemade desserts of Pot de Creme, Pear Hazelnut Tart and Classic Creme Brulee. Reservations are not required, but guests may want to call ahead for reserved seating.

Kevin Taylor's at the Opera House
(303) 640-1012
Kevin Taylor's at the Opera House offers an atmosphere that is elegant, open, warm and artistic. Executive Chef William Wahl along with owner Kevin Taylor proudly offer an "eclectic" menu of global fare, using only the freshest and finest ingredients. This venue is available for dinner service when there are major performances taking place at the DPCA or for private events up to 700!
Reservations are recommended.

The Margarita at PineCreek
7350 Pine Creek Rd., Colorado Springs (719) 598-8667
Enjoy beautiful views of the mountains in a comfortable surrounding while enjoying our home-made soups and specials. Every meal is a special occasion for us as we will treat you to a ”Prie Fixe”, five course dining experience. Our menu changes daily, and our ingredients are always freshly prepared. The restaurant is conveniently located just off of Woodmen Rd and I25, call anytime four current menu. Open for lunch & dinner Tuesday through Saturday, Sunday Brunch, closed Monday.

Mozaic The Inn at Palmer Divide
443 Highway 105, Palmer Lake, CO (719) 481-1800
Located close to the city of Colorado Springs, The Inn at Palmer Divide, and MoZaic Restaurant, features some of the best vistas looking down along the Front Range and over the lights of the city. The environment allows guests to relax in a spacious atmosphere that promotes privacy, but still allows for attention to your needs. Enjoy seasonal soups and salads, handmade pasta, or tempt your palate with one of our specialty rib eye steaks, bison ribs or wild boar ravioli. Open Tuesday through Saturday for Dinner and Sunday for Brunch; closed on Monday. Reservations recommended. Call 481-1800.

Restaurant Kevin Taylor
1100 14th St., Denver (303) 820-2600
Chef Kevin Taylor has won National acclaim for putting Denver on the culinary map. His elegant Restaurant Kevin Taylor, called "Denver's Best Restaurant" by food and wine critic Bill St. John, is the culmination of more than 20 years as Denver's premier chef and restaurateur. Restaurant Kevin Taylor, located within Hotel Teatro, features contemporary American cuisine with dishes such as seared French Foie Gras, open ravioli of Maine lobster and roasted rack of Colorado lamb.

Rhapsody’s Restaurant
1027 Washington Ave., Golden (303)279-6671
Welcome to Golden, Colorado; picturesque views, historical downtown and now home to Rhapsody’s at Clear Creek. With a dinner menu that changes the 1st week of each and every month, Rhapsody’s is the perfect choice for your perfect evening. Menu examples include Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna, Oven Roasted Elk Loin, Pork Tenderloin in Mascarpone Sauce, and a variety of fresh salads and home-made soups.

Rouge at the Teller House
124 Eureka St., Central City (303) 582-0600
Central City Opera has partnered with the Kevin Taylor Restaurant Group to offer new seasonal dining options at the historic Teller House in Central City. This upscale, fine dining experience, provided by Kevin Taylor’s Rouge at the Teller House, will present a modern mountain chophouse, with appetizers and lighter fare being served in The Face Bar. Rouge at the Teller House and The Face Bar will open during Opera Season and will cater to Central City visitors and Central City Opera patrons during the summer months, closing Labor Day weekend. Please visit the website for information on menus, directions, and hours of operation.

Tanglewoods
1552 Bergen Parkway, Evergreen (303) 670-2263
This restaurant is located in Evergreen, twenty minutes outside downtown Denver off of I-70. Our restaurant presents a comfortable environment where you receive friendly, personable, first-class service. The elegantly designed restaurant and lounge present a combination of peaceful harmony with exceptional photography displayed from all around the world. The bar is lively and vibrant in color where comfortable sofas & chairs are arranged to make you feel right at home. We present a temperate menu ranging from tapas in the bar and lounge to fresh seafood, succulent game, vegetarian dishes, pastas, and salads in the main dining room. This is a place where your dining experience will show you what the ultimate in dining is all about. We would love to welcome you into our Colorado home.