7 best 'restaurants for a first date' in Colorado Springs

Looking for a memorable first date spot in Colorado Springs?

There are plenty of notable restaurants to choose from to help spark connection and conversation.

From casual coffee lounges to trendy eateries, Colorado Springs offers the perfect places for first dates.

These 7 best first date restaurants have been chosen by Gazette readers for the 2024 Best of the Springs magazine.

Let's dive in and discover impressive dining experiences for a first date:

7. Vine & Wheel

Vine & Wheel is a wine and cheese bar in southern downtown Colorado Springs. They offer a "build your own board" option which includes sourdough, crackers, jam, olives, nuts and more. They also have appetizers and main courses, served from 5 to 9 p.m. Visit their website for more information.T-5. Westside Cantina

Located in Old Colorado City, Westside Cantina brings the tacos and tequila. Their tacos are served on corn tortillas made by Colorado Tortilla Company. The restaurant also offers appetizers like Elote, Birria Ramen, Jackfruit Quesadilla and Quesabirria. Visit their website for more information.

T-5. uva wine bar

Opened in 2020, family- and veteran-owned uva wine bar features over 40 wines by the glass and over 200 by the bottle. This intimate restaurant located on Interquest Parkway also offers shareable appetizers, salads, meat and cheese boards and more. Check out their events calendar for live music and wine boot camps. Visit their website for more information.

4. Atmosphere Gastropub

Head to the north side of Colorado Springs for handcrafted food and drinks. Atmosphere Gastropub features a expansive menu including Tuna Tartare, Ricotta Gnocchi Bolognese, Duck Poutine and so much more. They also offer Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. Visit their website for more information.

3. Drip Queen Coffee

Encounter a unique coffee experience for a first date at Drip Queen Coffee. Located inside Chapel Hills Mall, Drip Queen features Dessert Flavored Cold Brew Coffee, Italian Crown Coffee, Tux Coffee and more. They are dedicated to fair-trade products and sustainability. Visit their website for more information.

2. Black Forest Bistro

Venture outside the city towards Black Forest for this No. 2 best restaurant for a first date. Black Forest Bistro boasts a vibrant menu with dishes like Korean Sticky Street Noodles and Lamb Shank — and don't forget their cheese wheel experience! Visit their website for more information.

1. The Rabbit Hole

The No. 1 best restaurant for a first date is perhaps one of the most iconic restaurants in Colorado Springs. This underground restaurant in the heart of downtown provides an intimate ambiance. Find upscale New American cuisine featuring Truffle Mac N' Cheese and Duck Leg Confit at The Rabbit Hole. Visit their website for more information.