My favorite apothecary in Colorado, hands down…read more As a fellow herbalist, I love how you can bag your own dried bulk herbs! The staff are so friendly, welcoming, helpful and informative. Anna has a wonderful selection of dried herbs, tinctures, teas, candles, salves and even supports other local artists in her shop. The atmosphere is so cute, quaint and vibrant, I would apply to work here if I lived closer! I want to emphasize on the fact that this apothecary is supporting "body choice" during this pandemic (which I love, respect and support small businesses like this for) and is not medically discriminating anyone if they wear a mask or not in the store - it's your choice! I respect store owners that are supporting the freedom of choice, especially when it comes to health and our basic human rights as individuals. Highly recommend this apothecary to anyone in the Springs!

I have been searching for an apothecary for a little and it was right under my nose the whole…read moretime!!! My best friend took me here on 06/12/21, she said she knew I'd fall in love. Fall in love I did! I love using herbs for natural remedies and making teas and I will be able to shop local to do so now! I'm coming for you marshmallow root around fall time lol! They have just about anything you can think of/need in here. I do have to confess I'm somewhat of a beginner so from my point of view I should say, they have everything. To wrap this up the store was absolutely stunning, the lady working that day was wonderful (she even gave me the name of her stylist because I've been looking for someone who can cut curly hair!), and I can't wait to come back again already.

Best souvenir shop on the strip!!!! All the items are high quality. The owner and his wife are very…read moreknowledgeable and sweet. They have an amazing local hot sauce and salsa selection.

This is hands-down the best souvenir shop in Old Colorado. We have been in twice and will visit…read moreevery time we are in the area. The owner is so friendly and is also originally from the same area as we are, so that was a bonus. The store is not crammed full of stuff like some of the others on the strip but instead offers a pleasant shopping experience. I have purchased several things from there, and all were of good quality. Infact, I have gotten many compliments on the hat I bought there a couple of years ago. Why go anywhere else?

Great atmosphere and service…read more The pretzel knots are great, hard outside and soft inside almost like a croissant, the dip was amazing. You must get the blistered shishito peppers, you get a large basket of them and they pair perfectly with the dipping sauce - basically addictive. The lemon merengue beer was great, and we ended up sitting next to the brewmasters who brewed it which was very cool. A must stop if you're in town.

This place is just wow! Perfect place to satisfy your taste…read morebuds after doing manitou incline.... lol ....nahhhhh You can go with doing incline too Ambiance specially the outdoor seating is amazing .... The food was yum.,,, Luvd the drinks & the beer options they serve.,, Luvd the beer flight.... Service was ok thou! Recommend for sure To Enjoyy the beautiful surroundings!

Our family stopped in for brunch. The stuffed French toast was amazing, bacon was cooked…read moreperfectly. The breakfast burritos are huge, and just the right amount of green chili. We topped it off with Bellinis. The service is friendly and the food is ready quick. We will be returning soon to explore the menu some more.

Strange, but nice experience. We spotted the shaded patio as we walked by on a hot summer day, and…read morethey were just starting live music for the afternoon. We were on the hunt for a cold beverage and a nice place to sit, and this is honestly the only place in town that we found that satisfied our criteria. We walked in and it was a little bit confusing that you were handed a menu, but had to go claim a table and figure out what number table it was, and then come back inside to order, it felt very disjointed. We noticed that it was happy hour, so chose two beverages that were listed, and they were out of one of them. My brother ordered a tap beer, and they never brought it out, we waited quite a while and then he went back inside and got it. It was a little bit confusing, since they had been so adamant to go figure out what table we wanted, and then they never brought out what we ordered. We probably would have ordered several drinks but since it took so long we decided to move on. The (I think) owner was outside, tending to the patio, and enjoying the music. It was a little overbearing, but I think he was just passionate, giving gifts to the children and being hospitable. The best part was the very good live music, and the large water they brought to our table. I also enjoyed the people watching since it's right on the street.

Busy on a fall Sunday. Plenty of help. We split the smoked salmon enchiladas. Served w a very…read moresmall Capresse salad. Very good flavor. Pumpkin seeds on the top added. I also had the crispy tofu, very flavorful. The inside is gorgeous, it looks like a lodge, beautiful local artwork on the walls. Make a reservation

The place looked cool like a mountain lodge with paintings adorn on the walls gives a touristy…read morefeel. It was great they had vegan options on their menu so I was intrigued to see what they had to offer. I couldn't decide between the vegan huevos rancheros or vegan breakfast bowl. I went with the first option. The food came out quick and it was good but it lacked substance and it was very simple. I spent the night at the airport due to delays and I was famished. Portion wise it lacked as well, especially when you pay for almost $20 for the dish which seemed like a tostada on a thin wheat tortilla. The hostess did not seem friendly or happy to be there, although the waitress Sam was pleasant. I noticed their lunch menu has lesser vegan options than the breakfast menu. I'm glad they have vegan places like this, but my experience left me unsatisfied.

What a beautiful discovery. We were greeted by the…read morefriendliest of hostesses who gave us the prime spot on the outdoor patio. It was like a penthouse suite. (possibly only available because the rain was coming) There was a rainbow in front of us and a foraging deer behind us. While perusing the menu for vegetarian options, I noticed the poblano chile entree, stuffed with mashed potatoes. That seemed so weirdly bizarre that I ordered it, asking our super friendly server if it was good while doing so. "Yeah, it's good," she said with a glazed look, as though she was dreaming of a life where there are no tourists. Or stupid questions. Or no reason to endure mindless chitchat and can you just state your order so I can get on with my night. Anyway, I was happy for her endorsement because it was delicious. Same for the grilled veggies and Mexican slaw that accompanied it. My wife loved her shrimp tacos. We both can't wait to go back, next time we're in the area, being tourists and all.

Crystal Park Cantina is very off the beaten path. You will not find tourists who wander downtown…read moreManitou get to this restaurant. I highly recommend it. The food was good. everybody had a good time and enjoyed our time (group of 12). They have a diverse margarita menu and good food. Probably best to use Google maps to get there. It is out-of-the-way and in a very residential area, but I'll go back again. I'm generally a tough year and don't give out four and five stars often. I can't see a reason to give it anything less than four stars.

Just bought my wife some beautiful jewelry here. This store is full of gorgeous, exclusive art…read morepieces and one of a kind jewelry. The owner was very kind and helped me pick out some earrings. Highly recommended, the best gallery in manitou springs.

From the owner: If you're in the Manitou Springs area and looking for an interesting way to explore the city's…read moreculture, visit one of Colorado's top art galleries: Cherokee's of Manitou. For over 20 years, they've provided the community with eye-opening pieces of work. This establishment features original oil paintings of American military, animals, and local landscapes. They also carry Native American-inspired jewelry and bronze sculptures. Lastly, soak up the culture through gourmet foods presented by local suppliers. Experience everything Colorado has to offer by visiting Cherokee's of Manitou. Call this art gallery at (719) 685-3508 or visit them online to learn more.

The best experience. The doggies are super cute. The folks were very friendly and they even gave…read moreme a discount and the doggies let me pet them. Best experience ever. Please come and create your own adventure.

The woman working the register was clearly hammered. She made several rude comments to other guests…read moreas I was looking throughout the store. When I tried to leave the woman cornered my wife and got in her face asking weird questions about my shirt. Avoid this place at all costs, trust me.

Excellent food and service. Great setting and an actual locals diner. Got the chicken and waffles…read morewith a mimosa. Real simple diner meal and the best price in town. Plus a view from where I sat.

If you're Loki g for authentically local, this is a great spot. The food is delicious. It is a…read moresmall staff though. We were there as a group of 7 on a Monday. Not another soul in the restaurant except Holly the waitress who was an absolute delight. The owner was out getting restaurant supplies so Holly brought us our water, took our orders and said to just come get her in the back if we needed something because she was doing the cooking. So we made a fresh pot of coffee, got some games from the stack and played Uno while we waited. Other reviews day it's quick and probably is on a busy weekend. But it was a great experience and we would go back in a heartbeat. Also, it looks like nothing from the front. It's your quintessential hole in the wall and a great discovery.

This lovely historic hotel has always dominated the Pike's Peak region in service, food and visual…read moreappeal. This visit brought me in for Mother's day brunch and it's evident that the establishment is under some major construction but this didn't deter from our feast. It seems the hotel could use some repairs and touch ups and so it's good to see that is underway. The buffet provided a wide variety of options from omelette station, breakfast items, seafood options, prime rib carving station, loads of sides, salad bar and more. My favorites were the au gratin potatoes, Brussel sprouts, and Mac & cheese. The dessert options were very limited as most items had run out and weren't refilled, but I was too full to care. Service seemed a little curt, but was sufficient. I don't think I would ever make a true judgement of a dining establishment based on a buffet experience so I'll have to go back for a regular service to truly explore what the Cliffhouse has to offer these days. Hopefully it is full of excellence as it once was. I'll be back.....

We came here for a nice dinner while staying in Manitou Springs. We hiked the Manitou Incline in…read morethe morning so we were looking forward to a fulfilling meal. They were not very busy, assuming due to renovations. Location of the restaurant was a little hard to find too, the map took us down the street and then an employee had to walk us the actual restaurant. We chose to eat on the outside balcony to enjoy the view. Our waitress was very friendly and took our order. We requested potatoes and veggies instead of risotto with our Filets. Our meal came out with veggies but no potatoes. Small miss on the order but proceeded to eat our dinner. The filet was incredible!! Very flavorful and cooked perfectly (medium). The only other small annoyance was the wasp trying to get to my meal as I was eating it. Just made me eat faster! Overall nice experience in a beautiful setting!