Gone for good – the 3 most beloved Colorado restaurants that recently closed

Colorado’s restaurant community has weathered a steady run of goodbyes, including two Denver favorites that closed in July. This fall brought three more losses, each tied to a different corner…

The Small Colorado Diner Locals Swear Serves The Best Cheeseburger In The State

No fries. That’s the rule at a Colorado burger joint that has stuck to its short menu since 1948, and nobody seems ready to argue. Your choices are simple. Single or double, with cheese or without, plus pickles, onions, and a bag of chips on the side. I like...

Meteorologist Megan Montero marks her final day at FOX21

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The FOX21 News team is experiencing a cloudy day with some sunshine as the team wishes a bittersweet farewell to Storm Team Meteorologist Megan Montero on her last day at the station. Megan spent two stints at FOX21 News; the first started in 2018 as an intern under Matt Meister, after which […]

This Secret Colorado Diner’s Friday Buffet Is Packed With Brisket And Homemade Cobbler

Fourteen hours. That’s how long the brisket smokes before it lands on a weekday lunch buffet in northern Colorado. The same buffet line also carries pulled pork and sausage, all touched by hickory smoke. It runs Wednesday through Friday, but only from 11 AM to 2 PM. I like...

Colorado Antique and Thrift Stores Worth Exploring Before Thanksgiving

One small Colorado town proudly calls itself the Antique Capital of Colorado, despite having fewer than 5,000 residents. I love that a place so tiny claims such a big title. It sounds like the perfect spot to spend an afternoon browsing old furniture, vintage decorations, and treasures with stories to tell.

Pueblo’s Steel City Diner Is Where Locals Have Gone For Comfort Food All Along

Some of the most loyal regulars in Pueblo are not heading out for a burger joint or a corner cafe. They are booking a table, ordering dinner, and then staying put while the lights go down and a cast steps into the spotlight. It is the kind of night out...

Pueblo, Colorado Smothers a Cheeseburger in Green Chile and Calls It a Slopper. Here’s the Story

In Pueblo, Colorado, a cheeseburger is not always something you pick up with your hands. Order a Pueblo slopper and...

A 103-Year-Old Original Rosie the Riveter Who Built P-61 Night Fighters Led the Colorado Springs Veterans Day Parade

Wanda Daniels, 103, who built P-61 Night Fighters at Northrop in World War II, was grand marshal of the Colorado Springs Veterans Day Parade on Nov. 7.

Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings offers complimentary meal on Veterans Day

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — This Veterans Day, Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings is continuing its annual tradition of gratitude, honoring those who have served by inviting all veterans to enjoy a complimentary dine-in meal on Veterans Day. The popular restaurant is inviting all veterans to enjoy a complimentary meal...

Pony visited StoneCreek at Flying Horse

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Flying Horse neighborhood lived up to its name when a pony stopped by StoneCreek of Flying Horse on Monday, Oct. 19, and spent time with those living there. “Animals have a knack for drawing residents together,” said Veronica Baugh, Activities Director at StoneCreek of Flying Horse. “One four-legged guest had the […]

Texas T-Bone and Famous Dave’s honors veterans with free food on Nov. 11

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The holidays are right around the corner, and Texas T-Bone and Famous Dave’s are here to help you celebrate! But first, they have a special way of saying thank you to our military community this Veterans Day. On November 11, the restaurant is giving a free Georgia Chopped Pork Sandwich to all […]

KRDO’S Tuesday Afternoon Pet of the Week

Buddy is your KRDO Pet of the Week from the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region! He is about 8 years old and came into HSPPR as a stray. · Buddy is a really sweet and affectionate older gentleman who is looking for his retirement home. He will bat his white eye lashes at you and you will fall in love!

The Restless Chef Coming to Ivywild School

A new concept called The Restless Chef will join the food and beverage lineup at Colorado Springs’ Ivywild School, bringing a new dining concept to the historic property. The move comes as part of a broader renovation and ownership transition of the facility, The Good Neighbors reports. The concept’s...

Los Dos Potrillos Adding Colorado Springs to Its Portfolio


Los Dos Potrillos will be expanding into Colorado Springs, bringing its family-owned Mexican concept to 5832 Barnes Road, The Gazette reports. The upcoming restaurant will be taking over a former On The Border Mexican Grill and Cantina that shuttered earlier this year, and will open by March. The eatery will...

Colorado porch staple crafted in Manitou Springs

Denver Group Breaks Ground on $3.5M Sierra Grill Near Colorado Springs Amphitheater

A Denver restaurant company is putting down roots in north Colorado Springs, breaking ground on a $3.5 million outpost of its wood-fired grill concept Sierra right next to one of the city's busiest entertainment venues. The 9,000-square-foot building is rising on 2 acres at 130 Spectrum Loop, inside the 200-acre Polaris Pointe retail center, with a target opening of late 2027.

Pet of the Week: Maya

Alex Ryden from the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region introduces us to Maya the dog and tells us about their recent rescue operation in New Mexico.

250 Dress as Rosie the Riveter at Veterans Day Parade

To honor 250 years as a country, 250 women dressed up at Rosie the Riveter and marched along the grand marshal of the Veterans Day Parade.

Breakfast got a ‘hole’ lot better with Bay Water Bagels

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Bay Water Bagels is owned and operated by Gabrielle Rossignol and offers 21 flavors of bagels, eight different cream cheeses, and two kinds of babka. The popular farmers’ market vendor started the mobile business when her husband was stationed in Hawaii five years ago. The Northeast natives missed fresh bagels, so they decided to create their favorite food themselves.