Carlos' Bistro
Sensational Since 2004 . #1 Zagat-Rated Restaurant Since 2012

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  • Home
  • About
    • Carlos’ Story
    • Press and Awards
    • Reviews
  • Menu
    • Early Bird Dinner
    • Appetizers
    • Salads
    • Dinner Menu
    • Signature Dishes
  • Fine Wine & Spirits
    • Fine Wine
    • Spirits
    • Wine Specials
    • Martini & Cocktail Menu
  • Reservations
  • Special Events
  • Gallery
  • Contact Us
  • Gift Card

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Carlos' Bistro Reservations



Carlos’ Bistro has won many awards over the years for its superior service and delicious fine dining.

2022

  • Zagat Magazine 2022– #1 Restaurant in Colorado for the 10th Year in a row!

2021

  • Zagat Magazine 2021 – #1 Restaurant in Colorado for the 9th Year in a row!
  • Yelp – Best of Yelp! Best New American restaurant
  • Google – Best Bistro

2020

  • Zagat Magazine 2020 – #1 Restaurant in Colorado for the 8th Year in a row!

2019

  • Zagat Magazine 2019 – #1 Restaurant in Colorado for the 7th Year in a row!

2018

  • Zagat Magazine 2018 – #1 Restaurant in Colorado for the 6th Year in a row!

2017

  • Zagat Magazine 2017 – #1 Restaurant in Colorado for the 5th Year in a row!

2016

  • The Gazette – OpenTable’s 100 Best U.S. Restaurants
  • Denver Business Journal – OpenTable’s 100 Best U.S. Restaurants
  • Zagat 2016 – Top 3 in state (28 out of 30 Food Points)

2015

  • Zagat Magazine 2015 – Top 3 in state (28 out of 30 Food Points)
  • Open Table 2015 – Top 100 best restaurants in America
  • Open Table 2015 – Diners’ Choice – Best Overall Restaurant
  • Open Table 2015 – Diners’ Choice – Best Overall Cuisine
  • The Gazette 2015 – Restaurant again ranks among top 100

2014

  • Zagat Magazine 2014 – Best Top Restaurant in the U.S.
  • Open Table 2014 – Top 100 best restaurants in America
  • Open Table 2014 – #1 in Colorado

2013

  • Zagat Magazine 2013 – Best Top Restaurant in the U.S.
  • ColoradoSprings.com – Teresa’s pick: Early Bird Dinner
  • Talk of the Town 2013 – Excellence in Customer Satisfaction – 5 Stars
  • Yelp 2013 – #1 Restaurant Choice in Colorado Springs
  • TripAdvisor 2013 – #1 Dining Choice in Colorado Springs
  • TripAdvisor 2013 – Certificate of Excellence 2012 (rating: 4.5)
  • OpenTable 2013 – Winner: Diner’s Choice
  • The Gazette 2013 – Survey Hails Colorado Springs Bistro as Top Restaurant

2012

  • Yelp 2012 – #1 Restaurant Choice in Colorado Springs
  • TripAdvisor 2012 – #1 Dining Choice in Colorado Springs
  • TripAdvisor 2012 – Certificate of Excellence 2012 (rating: 4.5)
  • Talk of the Town 2012 – Excellence in Customer Satisfaction – 5 Stars

2011

  • Talk of the Town 2011 – Excellence in Customer Satisfaction – 5 Stars
  • Yelp 2011 – #1 Restaurant Choice in Colorado Springs
  • TripAdvisor 2011 – #1 Restaurant Choice in Colorado Springs
  • The Gazette 2011 – GO! Best of the Springs, Silver

2010

  • Talk of the Town 2010 – Excellence in Customer Satisfaction – 5 Stars
  • The Gazette – Best of the Springs 2010 – Best Seafood
  • Yelp 2010 – #1 Restaurant Choice in Colorado Springs
  • TripAdvisor 2010 – #1 Dining Choice in Colorado Springs

2009

  • ColoradoSprings.com – The fish is exceptional at Carlos’ Bistro
  • Colorado Springs Independent – Best of 2009, 2013 – Best Seafood, Bronze
  • Colorado Springs Independent – Best of 2009 – Best Wait Staff, Bronze
  • The Gazette Best of the Springs 2009 – Best Seafood
  • The Houston Feeding Club 2009 On the Road to Outstanding by Craig Childrens and John Patton
  • Talk of the Town 2009 – Excellence in Customer Service – 5 Stars

2008

  • The Gazette – Best of the Springs 2008 – Best Oysters

2006

  • Colorado Springs Style – A Touch of Magic by Maria Faulconer

2005

  • The Gazette – Best of the Springs 2005 – Best New Restaurant
  • The Gazette – Best of the Springs 2005 – Best Oysters

2004

  • Colorado Springs Independent: An elegant reprieve: Good food, hospitality and a view at Carlos’ Bistro



Press & Awards

  • Carlos’ Bistro was recognized as one of the best restaurants in Colorado!

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GIFT CARDS

Please purchase gift cards at QuickGift.com or in our restaurant.

About us

Carlos' Bistro is renowned for our exceptional customer service and tantalizing menu.
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I loved Carlos' Bistro! The service was fantastic and the food was different and amazing. I will be going back and bringing friends :)

Mare

Loved the food! Loved the atmosphere! Had a great time.

Jeffrey and Donna

Phenomenal gastronomical pleasures.

Zagat Magazine 2015

Contact us

1025 South 21st Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
Phone: 719.471.2905

Summer is hot and the air conditioning is on. For the love of God, please bring your sweater or jacket.

In November 2019, we became a member of the Japanese Kobe Club through Lombardi Brothers Meats of Denver, Colorado. Carlos’ Bistro was the first restaurant in the state to offer it…enjoy.

Early Bird Dinner not available during the month of December.

Friday Night Special — Japanese Night — $50 off Japanese Kobe and Japanese Wagyu.


Hours of Operation

We will be open during March 2023.

Gift cards available at QuickGift.com or in our restaurant

Early Bird Dinner: Please arrive at 4:00 p.m. and order before 5:00 p.m. when prices go up. Only for two people.

Wednesday Night Special — 50% off Tomahawk USDA Prime Ribeye

Thursday Night Specials — Stone Crab from Florida, champagne, caviar and abalone, half-price.

Hours:
Open at 4:00 p.m.
Last Seating is 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday – Saturday
Every Day: ½ price bottles of wine

Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 3 to 5 pm
Come enjoy a quiet, romantic happy hour with your significant other.

Buy one drink per person and get a second one free!

First come, first served. Per person, couples only, second drink of equal or lesser value, bar top and lounge only.

Must Arrive at 3 pm.

Please knock at the door for this exclusive experience.



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