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Colorado Springs has some great pizza places – try them on your own or join us on a food tour! Who doesn’t love a hot, delicious slice of pizza!? Seriously… we were salivating while writing this post. It’s the Italian treat that we’ve all come to crave. And while Colorado Springs might be thousands of … Read more Cheese, Pepperoni, & Garlic Bread – Here are the Top 12 Pizza Places in Colorado Springs!
Read MoreSip and savor at these seven dog-friendly restaurants and breweries in Colorado Springs! Head out for a walk in any neighborhood in Colorado Springs, and you’re likely to bump into at least ten dogs on your journey. Coloradans love their pups, which naturally means that Colorado is full of dog-friendly spots, and Colorado Springs is … Read more 7 Dog-Friendly Restaurants and Breweries in Colorado Springs
Read MoreWarmer days are ahead! Here are 9 of the best patios in Colorado Springs for an incredible outdoor dining experience. Dining al fresco is one of the greatest joys of summertime, and we’re here to help you find the best patios throughout downtown Colorado Springs. Whether you want to have a view of Pikes Peak, … Read more 9 Best Patios and Outdoor Dining in Downtown Colorado Springs
Read MoreColorado Springs has a long and tumultuous history related to the consumption of alcohol, and its current bar scene is reminiscent of its prohibition era past. Down the rabbit hole, into an alley, through a haberdashery — these are just a few of the ways into Colorado Springs’ hidden bar scene. It’s no coincidence that … Read more 9 Must-See Speakeasies and Hidden Bars in Colorado Springs
Read MoreCalling all hikers, art lovers, foodies, and historians — Colorado Springs has something for you! Here are 30 incredible things to do in Colorado Springs! Colorado Springs is known for its beautiful mountain views and endless hiking trails, attracting more than 20 million visitors every year. The city is brimming with exciting experiences, from outdoor … Read more Top 30 Things to do in Colorado Springs — The Ultimate Colorado Springs Bucket List
Read MoreFrom being forced to temporarily close in 2020 to breaking records in 2021, the past year has been a whirlwind! But we are so thankful you’ve stayed with us and continue to love local food as much as we do. As we reflect back on 2021, we are so thankful. We met so many new … Read more What did we write about in 2021? Here’s our blogroll recap!
Read MoreFresh bread, custom cakes, and gluten free treats — Read about the most popular bakeries in Colorado Springs! The smell of fresh baked bread, a warm croissant, or a perfectly crumbly scone – for many, a good bakery is like a home away from home. In fact, whenever we travel, no matter where in the … Read more Rise and Shine! Here are the 7 Best Bakeries in Colorado Springs
Read MoreCelebrate the holidays in one of these charming festive Colorado towns! Hot chocolate, twinkling lights, caroling…all of the things that make the holiday bright and cheery! We’ve put together a list of Colorado’s most festive and fun towns to visit for the holidays. Without further ado, in no particular order: 1. Telluride Nestled within … Read more 8 Festive Colorado Towns to Visit this Holiday Season
Read More‘Tis the season to shop local and with the help of our 2021 gift guide, you’ll have no trouble finding meaningful gifts for your friends and family members this year! It’s time to end 2021 on a high note, so empty that Amazon shopping cart and opt for buying gifts from Colorado Springs’ amazing local … Read more 2021 Holiday Gift Guide Featuring Local Colorado Shops
Read MoreGrab the kids and enjoy these family friendly attractions and things to do in Colorado Springs! Colorado Springs offers a great mix of natural outdoor attractions and exciting urban entertainment. There’s something for everyone to enjoy here, even the kids! Here are 11 attractions and things to do in Colorado Springs you can go with … Read more 11 Family Friendly Attractions in Colorado Springs
Read MoreEnjoy exceptionally crafted beers, ales, and ciders at these amazing breweries in Colorado Springs! Colorado has a thriving beer culture with hundreds of craft beer options, and Colorado Springs is no exception. There are more than 20 craft breweries in the Colorado Springs area alone, and each one has their own unique drinks, offerings, entertainment, … Read more 7 Awesome Breweries in Downtown Colorado Springs
Read MoreFrom a bustling downtown scene to a local Irish pub — Colorado Springs has a wide variety of karaoke bars for your next night out on the town. Everyone has that one song they love to sing at karaoke — usually ‘Sweet Caroline’ or ‘Don’t Stop Believin’ — and in Colorado Springs, there’s always a … Read more Need a Fun Night Out? Check Out These Bars for The Best Karaoke in Colorado Springs
Read MorePlanning a rehearsal dinner or wedding weekend activities in Colorado Springs? A downtown food tour might be the perfect solution! Wedding planning often means endless decision-making and stressful problem solving, and planning things for your guests to do is no exception. If you’re planning a wedding, there are endless options when it comes to … Read more How to Plan a Memorable Wedding Rehearsal Dinner in Colorado Springs
Read MoreTake a quick trip to Italy with a night out at any of our favorite Italian restaurants in Colorado Springs! From creamy homemade sauces and freshly picked vegetables to perfected baked calzones and paninis, Colorado Springs’ Italian restaurants are transporting us to Naples, Bologna, Rome, and beyond! Here’s our list of the best Italian … Read more Top 6 Italian Restaurants in Colorado Springs
Read MoreFrom sunup to sundown, we’re here to help you plan a memorable bachelorette party in Colorado Springs! We get it — It can be a challenge to plan a bachelorette party that suits the needs and budget of your bride and her bridal party. Thankfully, Colorado Springs is the perfect place to celebrate a … Read more Our Guide to Planning a Unique Bachelorette Party in Colorado Springs
Read MoreCraft cocktail lovers from near and far will find solace in Colorado Springs’ endless offering of artisanal cocktails! Made from fresh ingredients, homemade tinctures, and small-batch bitters, craft cocktails are where alcohol and art collide. In the last decade, Colorado Springs has become a hotspot for bars and speakeasies boasting unique, artisanal cocktail offerings. Here … Read more Where to Find the Best Craft Cocktails in Colorado Springs
Read MoreAdventures, pampering, and a whole lot of good food…that’s what a babymoon should be all about! Check out our recommendations for things to do in Colorado Springs during your babymoon. Your babymoon is a time to relax, remember, and dream about this new season of life together with your partner. However, from dietary constraints to … Read more How to Plan the Best Babymoon in Colorado Springs
Read MoreWake up to the best breakfast food Colorado Springs has to offer! From delicate crepes to greasy and delicious skillets, there’s no better way to start your day. They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so why not make it the most delicious, too? Colorado Springs has no shortage of incredible … Read more Colorado Springs’ 10 Best Breakfast Spots According to Rocky Mountain Food Tours
Read MoreLooking for the perfect weekend getaway in Colorado? Check out these 5 spots within a quick drive from Denver! Whether you’re a Denver local or just visiting the area, we’ve put together a list of unique and convenient stays, away from the hustle and bustle of the city! The best part? You won’t need a … Read more 5 Convenient Weekend Getaways from Denver, Colorado
Read MoreLooking for the best sushi and ramen Colorado Springs has to offer? Here’s our list of the tastiest Japanese in the city! While Colorado Springs might not be the sushi capital of the world, you may be surprised to learn that our city is chock full of incredible and freshly prepared Japanese cuisine — from … Read more Japanese in the Rockies – Colorado Springs’ Best Sushi and Ramen Spots
Read MoreValentine’s Day might look a bit different this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate with the one you love! Check out our favorite local gifts this year and our tips on planning a romantic (and COVID-friendly) Valentine’s Day in Colorado Springs! Colorado Springs Local Valentine’s Day Gift Guide Valentine’s Day is the … Read more 2021 Local Gift Guide and Date Ideas for Valentine’s Day in Colorado Springs
Read MoreFrom thrilling adventures to culinary explorations, Colorado Springs is the perfect place for crossing items off your bucket list! Here’s our list of top things to do in Colorado Springs this year. Whether you’re visiting Colorado Springs for the first time or call this beautiful city home, there are plenty of bucket list activities that … Read more 8 Things to Add to Your 2021 Colorado Springs Bucket List
Read MoreSupporting local has never been more important! We’re giving you all the details on where to find comfortable outdoor dining, what to bring to stay warm, and ways you can support local businesses if you can’t go out! In just the past three months, over 10,000 restaurants across American have permanently closed due to the … Read more Tips for Eating Out This Winter — Where to Go, What to Bring, and Why It’s Essential
Read MoreThe year 2020 was unexpected in many ways, but we are proud to have launched our first pop-up gift shop! Though many of our grand food tour plans got derailed in 2020, we are still proud of what we accomplished! Even while we were shut down, we continued to faithfully post to our blog every … Read more What Did We Write About in 2020? Here’s Our Blogroll Recap!
Read MoreToo-good-to-be-true chocolates, luxurious baked goods, fried to perfection donuts, and more — Colorado Springs has it all! Here at Rocky Mountain Food Tours, there’s nothing quite like the holidays to get us craving some sweet treats! From buttery baked goods to healthy sweets, and of course, the creamiest of ice creams, Colorado Springs is full … Read more Where to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth in Colorado Springs
Read MoreLace up your skates, grab a sled, and prepare for the tastiest hot cocoa in the world — these 6 winter activities will warm your heart and soul this season! For some, winter is all about the holidays and skiing, but there’s so much more to be enjoyed this season! In fact, Colorado Springs does … Read more 6 Fun Winter Activities in Colorado Springs
Read MoreThere’s something for everyone at CO.A.T.I — From Korean street food to southern seafood, this food court style marketplace is the first of its kind in Colorado Springs! Colorado Springs’ South Tejon Street has been a slow work in progress as part of the city’s Southwest Downtown Urban Renewal plan. What was once an overlooked … Read more CO.A.T.I — Colorado Springs’ Newest Culinary Adventure
Read MoreWhether you’re planning an intimate celebration with close friends or are simply looking to get a break from the typical COVID-19 park gathering, we’ve put together a list of five creative ways to gather in small groups in Colorado Springs! After months of quarantine and little social interaction, spending time with friends in the backyard … Read more Creative Ideas for Small Group Gatherings in Colorado Springs
Read MorePlanning a visit to Colorado? Don’t miss these essential tips! Are you looking for a getaway that’s both relaxing and adventurous? Look no further than Colorado! Colorado’s scenic mountain landscape, endless activities, and fantastic food scene make it the perfect place for your next vacation. Plus, this centrally located state is an easy drive for … Read more Your Guide to The Perfect Trip to Colorado
Read MoreColorado Springs is a top vacation destination for families, lovers, and adventurers alike and there is no shortage when it comes to great places to stay! From historic resorts to stylish boutique hotels with kombucha on tap — there’s something for everyone at the foot of the Rocky Mountains! Colorado Springs is rich in history … Read more Top 7 Hotels and Resorts in Colorado Springs
Read MoreDon’t judge a book by its cover, especially when it comes to these restaurants. Colorado Springs is full of new restaurants with the hippest decor and dazzling Instagram feeds, however, some of the city’s best food is found in the most unlikely places. * With COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions ever changing, we encourage you to … Read more 12 Greasy Spoons, Hidden Gems, and Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurants in Colorado Springs
Read MoreColorado Springs may be landlocked in the middle of America, but it’s chock full of incredible restaurants serving authentic cuisine from around the world! From Filipino adobo to Jamaican jerk chicken, Colorado Springs is an unassuming home to countless creators and chefs who are serving authentic food from their home countries. Some were brought here … Read more 6 Incredible Ethnic Restaurants in Colorado Springs
Read MoreIf you’re planning a trip to Colorado Springs or anywhere else in the world, make time in your itinerary for a food tour! Food tours provide access to local knowledge, hole-in-the-wall restaurants, and local dishes that will blow you away – all in a few short hours! There’s no doubt you’ve taken a tour at … Read more How Food Tours Are Totally Changing The Way We Travel
Read MoreFor this year’s team building activity, ditch the awkward picnic and do something unique to make your team feel loved and valued! Colorado is full of innovative businesses, looking to be set apart from the ways of corporate America. Many businesses are prioritizing company culture – hiring for “cultural fit” before skill or experience and … Read more Why A Food Tour is the Perfect Team Building Activity
Read MoreThe home of a famous actress, the old city morgue, and a historic elementary school — today’s restaurant scene in Colorado Springs harkens its intriguing past. Colorado Springs is a dream for nature lovers, coffee drinkers, and beer snobs, but did you know that it might just be a history buff’s paradise, too? The city … Read more Top 9 Historic Restaurants in Colorado Springs
Read MorePlanning a trip to Colorado Springs? Here’s the perfect 3-day itinerary that includes delicious food, cultural activities, and outdoor excursions! Millions of people visit Colorado Springs every year to see its amazing mountain views and incredible hiking trails. It’s widely known for being the home of Pikes Peak (a.k.a. “America’s Mountain”), The U.S. Olympic Training … Read more Live Like a Local with this 3-Day Itinerary in Colorado Springs
Read MoreA year for the books! 2019 was chocked full of amazing food, travel, and Colorado events. Every two weeks for the past four years, we have faithfully brought our readers foodie news, top 10 lists, and even some interesting history articles. If you would like to be on our mailing list to get blog updates … Read more What Did We Write About in 2019? Here’s Our Blogroll Recap!
Read MoreIn 2018, our blog was packed with relevant foodie news, chef and top restaurant interviews, and more! We don’t just provide amazing food tours in Colorado, we are also experts in local foodie news, events, and restaurants. And we post it all on this blog for you to enjoy whenever you like! At the end of every year, we provide … Read more What Did We Write About in 2018? Here’s Our Blogroll Recap!
Read MoreNewly stationed military families or visitors to Colorado Springs military installations can get a taste of the local food scene with a food tour. Colorado Springs began as a resort town, but today it’s home to five major military bases including: United States Air Force Academy, Fort Carson Army Base, NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command), … Read more Newly Stationed in Colorado Springs? Take A Food Tour!
Read MoreFoodie Bride? Focus on great food and yummy cocktails for a memorable girls’ night out. Do you hear bells ringing? It’s wedding season! You’ve been donned Maid of Honor or BFF, and now it’s your duty to plan a fun bachelorette party for the girls. You know your bride would skip the nightclubs for some … Read more How to Plan a Food-Inspired Bachelorette Party in Colorado Springs
Read MoreA lot of exiting news filled our blog during 2017, and we wanted to end the year with a quick recap! We tasted a lot of great food, traveled to far off places, and interviewed our partners to get to know them better. But the thing we’ll remember most from 2017 is you! In 2017, … Read more What Did We Write About in 2017? Here’s Our Blogroll Recap!
Read MorePreview our food tour video shot in beautiful downtown Colorado Springs. Still not sure what to expect on a food tour? Watch our new video to find out more! Of all the things to do in Colorado Springs, this one takes the cake. As you stroll from restaurant to restaurant in downtown Colorado Springs, you will experience a … Read more Video: What happens on a food tour? Watch to find out!
Read MoreHey, Santa! A food tour makes the perfect gift this holiday season. Holiday shopping is in full-force, and if you’re like us, you’re busy crossing items off your gift list! We’re here to help you be the best Santa yet. Here are 8 reasons why a Rocky Mountain Food Tours gift card is the perfect gift for … Read more 8 Reasons Why a Food Tour Gift Card is the Perfect Gift
Read MoreInterview with Brother Luck Owner and Chef of Four by Brother Luck 321 N. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 When a chef of Brother Luck’s caliber decides to set up shop in Colorado Springs when they could easily make it big in a larger metropolitan city, we certainly don’t complain! Chef Luck … Read more Interview with Brother Luck: Four by Brother Luck
Read MoreInterview with Richard Warner Owner of Bingo Burger 132 N. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Nothing beats a good burger. Mix that with our locally famous Pueblo Green Chiles and a boozy shake on the side, and culinary bliss is on its way! For the past couple of years, we’ve been bringing … Read more Interview with Richard Warner: Bingo Burger
Read MoreInterview with Tyler and Jenny Sherman Owners of Odyssey Gastropub 311 N. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 This hip joint in downtown Colorado Springs opened its doors in November 2014 and is always hopping with a diverse group of grub-loving locals. We’ve been honored to work with them since our relaunch … Read more Interview with Odyssey Gastropub
Read MoreInterview with Dick and Mary Frieg Owners of Savory Spice Shop 110 N. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 If you’ve never been to a speciality spice shop, you’re missing out! We know we’ve been guilty of keeping large tin spice jars in our cabinets for FAR too long. Maybe you’ve … Read more Interview with Savory Spice Shop
Read MoreInterview with Claudette Hutchinson Co-Owner of Spice Island Grill 10 N. Sierra Madre Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Spice Island Grill is a veteran on our list of destinations for our Original Colorado Springs Food Tour in Colorado Springs. We are the first to admit that we love their food! But we’re … Read more Interview with Claudette Hutchinson: Spice Island Grill
Read MoreInterview with Richard Skorman Owner of Poor Richard’s 320 N. Tejon St., Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Poor Richard’s Restaurant has been a loyal partner and featured destination on our Original Colorado Springs Food Tour for more than seven years. As the second oldest restaurant in all of downtown, it has been a place … Read more Interview with Richard Skorman: Poor Richard’s
Read MoreInterview with Les Bridger & Martin Troy Managers of Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub 21 S. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 If you want traditional Irish food in a fun environment, look no further than Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub in downtown Colorado Springs. A long-time local favorite, this bustling watering hole has an … Read more Interview with Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub
Read MoreInterview with Travis Ashing Co-Owner of Cacao Chemistry 109 N. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Cacao Chemistry opened in 2014 as a premier chocolate shop combining ethically sourced ingredients with colorful design. We sat down with Co-Owner Travis Ashing to find out how this one-of-a-kind sweet shop nestled on Tejon Street in … Read more Interview with Travis Ashing: Cacao Chemistry
Read MoreAfter competing on Food Network’s Chopped, Chef Brother Luck hosted a wine dinner featuring ingredients he was challenged to use during the competition It’s no secret that we’re addicted to Food Network (just check out this blog post). So, it probably comes as no surprise that we snagged two coveted seats at the recent “Beast Feast.” We’ve … Read more Chef Reenacts ‘Beast Feast’ Chopped Episode
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