dining guide

MC, Discover. lunch; Mon-sat 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Dinner; Mon-thu 3 - 9 p.m., Fri-sat 3 - 10 p.m. lunch $6, Dinner $8.50–$10.

JOSÉ MULDOON’S

222 n. tejon (719) 636-2311. opened in 1974 and remodeled in 2007. Jose’s features authentic tex-mex and traditional mexican fare served in a contemporary sante Fe styled establishment. the popular bar features hand crafted margaritas, over 50 tequilas, and 6 flatscreen hD tv’s for the best sports viewing downtown. huge patio, outdoor bar and firepit are available for year round open air dining. Private party rooms available for up to 80 people. serving lunch and dinner daily, sunday brunch starting at 9: 30 a.m. located across from Acacia Park. visa, MC & AMEx. Entrées $6–$15. www.josemuldoons.com.

MACKENZIE’S CHOP HOUSE 128 s. tejon street (719) 635-3536 American/ steaks. Winner of awards in Fine Dining, service staff, martinis and power lunch. taking you back to a time when going out to eat meant dining, and being treated to an extraordinary meal with exceptional service. Featuring regional American fare with thick cuts of Prime, kobe, and Choice steaks & chops. Fresh seafood, extensive wine list, and weekly specials round out the menu. Private meeting and banquet rooms hold up to 60 people. lunch; Mon-Fri., dinner nightly. visa, MC & AMEx. Entrées, lunch $8.95–$15.95, dinner $16.95 and up. www.mackenzieschophouse.com.

THE MELTING POT

30 - A E. Pikes Peak Ave. (719) 385-0300. Fondue. the Melting Pot, where fun is served fondue style. Enjoy a variety of creamy cheese fondue; superb salads with homemade dressing; entrees offer lobster, filet mignon, jumbo shrimp, colossal scallops, sirloin, pork, duck and much more. Don’t forget our mouth watering chocolate fondue desserts like flaming turtle, s’mores and cookies-n-cream. sun-thurs; 4 - 10 p.m., Fri/sat; 4 - 11 p.m. All major credit cards. Entrees average $15–$30, reservations recommended. www.meltingpot.com.

PATTY JEWETT BAR & GRILL 900 E. Espanola st. 719-385-6944 salad, sand-wiches, burgers, steaks. located north of downtown in the Clubhouse of historic Patty

Jewett golf Course. Fantastic views & wonderful outdoor seating. open daily from 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. summer, and 8 a.m. until dark in the winter. serving breakfast/lunch/and late day menu. banquet facilities available. Entrées average $5.75, all major credit cards except AMEx

NOSH

121 s. tejon (719) 635-6674. For Creative Cocktails, kinetic Cuisine plus an Extensive Wine by the glass list, look no further than nosh, located in the trendy Plaza of the rockies. Featuring fantastically Fresh seafood, local beef, bison, yak, and signature “ noshers” (similar to tapas), it’s an ideal setting for two or twenty indoors or out. open sun-thurs 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Fri-sat 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. with live Music on Weds 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Full bar. underground parking validated. reservations recommended. vIsA, MC, AMEx. www.nosh121.com.

RITZ GRILL

15 s. tejon street (719) 635-8484. A lively American bistro that has won numerous culinary, service, live entertainment, and bartending awards since its inception in 1987. Modeled in classic art-deco décor, the ritz continues to be the source of excitement in the Downtown restaurant and nightclub scene. the popular happy hour runs daily 4: 30 - 7: 30 p.m. Private parties up to 100 are accommodated in the Elbo room, which features a bar and 4 tv’s. live entertainment and dancing every night except tuesdays beginning at 9: 30 p.m. sidewalk patio. lunch; Mon-sat 11 a.m. - 4: 30 p.m., Dinner nightly at 4: 30 p.m., sunday brunch; 9: 30 a.m. - 2: 30 p.m., bar open till 2 a.m. every night. visa, MC and AMEx. Entrees $7–$22. www.ritzgrill.com.

WEST

FRONT RANGE BARBEQUE
2330 West Colorado Avenue. (719) 632-
2596. located just west of Downtown in
historic old Colorado City. A locally owned
restaurant, serving Award Winning southern
style bbQ and homecooked Meals prepared
from generations of family recipes. Enjoy
our casual and friendly atmosphere, whether
dining on our outdoor patio or inside our “old

house” intimate dining rooms. live bluegrass and blues venue featuring the best in local and national talent. Full bar, take-out, Catering for all occasions. visit our website www. frbbq.com for menus and music schedules.

PIZZERIA RUSTICA

2527 West Colorado Avenue. (719) 632-8121. A touch of Italy in old Colorado City, this classic neapolitan wood oven pizzeria received 5-stars from the gazette and was voted best new restaurant 2008 silver by Independent readers. From the hand-stretched pizzas, made of the finest imported Italian and artisanal ingredients, to the architectural antiques, art, and a heated garden patio, an authentic Italian trattoria dining experience awaits you. Antipasto, salads, gelato, sorbetto. unique wines, brews, and cocktails. nEW ExPAnDED hours: open 12 p.m. - 9 p.m. tues - sun, closed Mondays. Average entrée $12. see www.pizzeriarustica.com for menu, parking, and holiday closures. reservations highly recommended. visa, MC and Discover.

NORTHEAST

P.F. CHANG’S CHINA BISTRO
1725 brairgate Parkway (719) 593-8580.
Fresh, contemporary and consistently out-
standing are the trademarks of P.F. Chang’s
China bistro. recognized for its distinc-
tive menu, signature dishes include Chang’s
Chicken lettuce Wraps, ginger Chicken with
broccoli and oolong Marinated sea bass. P.F.
Chang’s also offers a robust list of wine and
signature cocktails including the Chinese 88,
Plum Collins and organic Agave Margarita.
sun-thu 11 a.m. – 11 p.m., Fri – sat 11 a.m. –
12 a.m. All major credit cards. Average entrée
$12. www.pfchangs.com

SILVER POND CHINESE
GOURMET RESTAURANT
5670 n. Academy blvd. (719) 594-9343.
rated “thE bEst” Chinese cuisine and ambi-
ance in the springs 10 years in a row by the
gazette and reader’s Choice. serving authen-
tic Cantonese, Mandarin, hunan, szechuan
and the most extensive vegetarian menu in
town, silver Pond’s Chef crafts memorable
meals using only the highest quality and fresh-