Updated: November 1, 2023
Small bites pack big flavors. These top tapas bars and restaurants in Colorado Springs are not to be missed.
Whether you’re simply looking for small plates for a casual night out with friends and family, or looking to impress during a romantic visit to Colorado Springs, the below top tapas choices are sure to deliver an exceptional culinary experience.
Imbibers will delight at the impressive selection of fine wine, craft beer and signature cocktails that perfectly complement the restaurant’s expansive menu of flavorful, gluten-free tapas dishes that transport tastebuds to the streets of Barcelona. Options include seafood standouts like wild salmon tartare, vegetable-forward plates like patatas bravas, and heartier bites like bison carpaccio. Don’t miss the monthly “Paella on the Patio” events, where the traditional Spanish dish is served up on TAPAteria’s three season patio. | 2607 West Colorado Avenue
No Colorado Springs wine tasting tour is complete without a visit to uva Wine Bar, located not far from the United States Air Force Academy. Romantic vibes fill this sophisticated lounge, whose menu consists of a balanced selection of small plates, including Thai chicken and creamy garlic shrimp from the grill, which are sure to be perfect pairings for the over 40 wines by the glass and more than 200 wines available by the bottle. | 1268 Interquest Parkway, Suite 160
A sister concept to Downtown Colorado Springs’ Poor Richard’s Restaurant & Pizzeria, Rico’s ditches the pizza in favor of a selection of small, approachable bites that feel right at home in this intimate, casual café setting. Enjoy garlic knots, charcuterie, pitas and more as you enjoy live music, trivia, or an open mic night as highlighted on Rico’s jam-packed events calendar. | 322 North Tejon Street, Suite 306
Live jazz adds to the ambiance of this intimate and elegant tapas restaurant, whose menu traverses the globe with internationally-inspired bites including tuna sashimi, chicken empanadas, shrimp yakitori, and even some all-American beef sliders. A well-curated wine list and selection of craft cocktails contribute to a memorable dining experience, perfect for a romantic date night or a more casual evening with family and friends. | 1895 Democracy Point
Tucked along the quaint Acacia Park in Downtown Colorado Springs, Mood Tapas Bar specializes in small plates and larger, shareable entrees that are plated with precision and conduct a symphony of satisfying flavors. Don’t miss their Happy Hour specials — all day Tuesday and from 4-6:00 p.m. Wednesday through Friday — to enjoy a selection of tapas for only $5. | 218 North Tejon Street, Suite 100
PSST… To enjoy Mood’s tapas, wine and cocktails in a posh, speakeasy setting, don’t miss District 11 — accessed through Mood’s dining room or via the nearby alley.
This local family-owned restaurant in Manitou Springs is celebrated for its friendly service, varied menu and welcoming atmosphere (including a pup-friendly patio). The dining room bursts with character and charm, as a collage of multicolored umbrellas hang from the ceiling. On the menu, smaller, shareable items include cauliflower wings, pretzels and a brie dip, but sandwiches, flatbreads, salads and entrees await should your appetite beckon for larger bites. | 717 Manitou Avenue
Ubu fried tofu bites, shrimp shumai, bulgogi lettuce wraps, mini poke bowls, and other Korean and Asian fusion tapas are the stars of the show at this chic spot in South Colorado Springs. A stage in the dining room welcomes jazz, karaoke and other performances throughout the week, while inventive, Instagram-worthy cocktails — like the popular “Grogu'' named and shaped after the adorable Star Wars character — add to the overall experience. | 182 East Cheyenne Mountain Boulevard
Though tapas are not the singular focus of Caspian Café in Northeast Colorado Springs, the Mediterranean menu boasts its fair share of small plates and snacks that are more than enough to satisfy in their own right. Hummus, baba ghanouj, fried falafel dumplings, and a 6-inch Mediterranean pita pizza are just a few of the small, but mighty, menu items that make Caspian Café a top tapas destination. | 4375 Sinton Road
Local art graces the walls of this quaint, Cuban-inspired café located in the heart of Old Colorado City, popular among locals for its selection of perfectly portioned tapas and colorful craft cocktails that are often accompanied by live music performances. Popular dishes include the gambas aguacate. tri-tip steak, and — if you’re hungry for something more substantial — their signature Cuban sandwich. | 2332 West Colorado Avenue
This Palmer Lake restaurant and bar is just one part of the Journey’s End experience, which also includes an antiques shop and game store. The cozy dining room evokes the warm, welcoming atmosphere of a rustic Rocky Mountain cabin, inviting diners to sample Peruvian shrimp, lemon garlic mushrooms and other mini courses while they admire gorgeous lake views. | 11 Primrose Street
TAPAteria2607 W Colorado Ave
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80904
uva wine bar1268 Interquest Pkwy, Suite 160
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80921
Poor Richard's Restaurant/Rico's322 1/2 N Tejon St
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903
Caspian Cafe'4375 Sinton Road
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80907
Cucuru Art Gallery Cafe'2332 W Colorado Ave
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80904
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