I only drink beer with BBQ... and this was some yummy bbq! Definitely an interesting location and…read moresetup (also a gas station), but still Amazing meat AND sides. The beans hit for Me, especially with the hot peppers from the condiment bar. There are few things I like more the garnish and condoments, and Rudy's had a great selection. 41 year old me doesn't handle the heat as well as I used to, but sweet tea helped. Yes, I had beer and sweet tea! For Denver, the sweet tea was unexpectedly sweet and southern gal approved!

Last had Rudy's 22+ years ago when I was visiting a friend in Killeen. Being from Los Angeles, a…read moretown absolutely bereft of decent BBQ (even the best places don't measure up to places Texans consider mediocre) , I was craving something decent. So being in Colorado Springs, Rudy's was calling. Ordered half pound of moist brisket, 1/4 lb pulled pork, Cole slaw, corn on the cob, banana pudding, and peach cobbler. The order taker was very nice and polite and ordering was quick and easy. There was a bar with pickles, onions, jalapeños, etc. regular and sissy sauce at the table(you don't need it on the brisket). The Cole slaw..well it was Cole slaw. My wife loved the corn on the cob. The pulled pork was tender and flavorful. The brisket was just amazing. Juicy, tender without being mushy, and a deep Smokey flavor. And the bark...my lord....so delicious. I was very very happy. Def in a moist brisket coma afterwards. Only disappointment was the deserts. Not very good. Wife did not like the banana pudding and the cobbler crust had zero crunch..like it was soft. I probably would not order that again. But overall super happy! You guys ever want to put one in Los Angeles or OC? Other out of states chains have done well...notably Portillos (Chicago based beef sandwich chain) in Buena Park. You'd blow everyone else out of the water(though I haven't tried Heritage in South OC).

I was on a tour with Vacations By Rail and our tour guide told us that the barbecue was very good…read moreat this place. I was not disappointed. First off, the interior is really fun and interesting. I sat at the bar. The selection of small batch locally made beer was impressive. I ended up getting an orange blossom beer that was suggested by the bartender. So good!! I wasn't very hungry so they let me order the child's plate and I got brisket. The server suggested I try the red beans and rice. I was a little skeptical because I've spent a lot of time in New Orleans, and had some of the best. I was so impressed, I almost wished that I had just ordered a bowl of beans and rice. The brisket was really tender as well. Very friendly service and food appeared in minutes after I ordered. Really great place. .

Wandering into Front Range BBQ in Colorado Springs felt like walking into someone's funky old…read morehouse--if that someone happened to be a pitmaster with a love for blues music and craft beer. The smell of smoked meat hit me the second I stepped inside, and I knew I was in for a good time. I grabbed a seat on the patio, where string lights twinkled and a local band was warming up. The brisket came out tender with a perfect bark, and the pulled pork melted like it had something to prove. The burnt ends were the real show-off, though--crispy, smoky little bites of joy. Even the sides had personality, especially the spicy slaw that snuck up on me. Service was friendly and easygoing, like everyone there was happy just to be surrounded by barbecue and good vibes. Parking was a little tight, and there was a short wait, but between the music and the beer list, I didn't mind a bit. It wasn't flawless, but it was flavorful, fun, and full of character--just the kind of place that makes you want to kick back, loosen your belt, and stay a while. Solid four stars and a full stomach to prove it.

Super good portadillo wrap and super friendly service!! Everyone inside was great! The vibes were…read morevining! Had a good time :)

Burger and french fries with queso! perfect meal after the Manitou Incline. Super friendly staff!read more

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.

We were in Manitou Springs on a Saturday afternoon on a beautiful day in September. Our adult kids…read morehave dined here before and urged us to have lunch here. We were lucky to be seated right away considering all the folks visiting. The place was happening, with loud music and lots of conversations. Our server, Chelsea, greeted us right away and was lovely and attentive during our meal. We ordered the chicken wings with garlic parmesan sauce, and a side of truffle fries - YUM! However, we all wished the fries were cooked about a minute longer in the fryer Both the Almond, Feta and Quinoa Salad and the Heirloom Garden Salad were enough to share and came with a sweet raspberry dressing that complimented both salads well. They use a nice salad mix that includes many different lettuces. But a note if you add chicken...it was very dry. We would recommend this place if you are in the area.

Great food for catering at events. Great community support. That for participating at Taste of…read moreTri-Lakes Cares. You were a hit. Not really set up for dine in or takeout unless you order ahead.

Starting with the positives, the tasting, the food, the catering staff onsite during my wedding,…read moreand Vicky (who no longer works there) were all great. We used to buffalo gals for our wedding and food was great. Just a few points of miscommunication that caused a bit of unnecessary stress on my wedding day is why the loss of a stars. We were told that the one guest who was celiac and one guest who was vegetarian were going to have a plated meal to prevent risk of cross contamination and would ensure they had their food. We were told not to stress as they would be plated and given to the guests as they were given the guests names and could work with the seating chart. I noticed that the guest who was vegetarian was only eating sides so I had asked and she said she didn't know there was a separate meal. the celiac guest who luckily got to go through the buffet first did not have issues as she did get to go first but could've caused severe outcomes for her if she did have cross contamination. After talking with catering staff onsite they said they were told that the guest has to ask for it which was complete opposite of what was originally communicated, and they were deeply sorry. So just miscommunication with one that actually could've caused permanent harm if she had ingested gluten. We also paid an additional fee for grilling to be onsite, due to fire ban that was unable to occur. We understand that is not within our control but no where in the contract does it say that it is not refundable, so they just held onto that fee even though they didn't provide the service. When asked about the refund I was told the fee was for the tri-tip to be cooked on a specific grill but nowhere does that say that in our contract and was NEVER communicated - because if it was not onsite we were told the way it was cooked was the same - we thought we really were just paying for the experience of it being onsite. So biggest tip for anyone going through them is get everything in writing with clear communication and clarification, because without that they don't care to help.

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!

Soo satisfying after a long morning hike. The purple…read moremountain punch hit like home. Seating was plentiful and service quick. Menu options abundant.

First - the service. Betty was awesome. Helpful. Informative. Knowledgeable and fast!…read more The food - the best homemade fresh onion rings I've had I a long time. Freshly ground beef made excellent burgers. The Coloradan (green chilled and avocados) was super tasty. Freshly made French fries! The Ambiance - simple. Kind of rustic. Alongside a stream (that I wish we could have actually seen while eating). Overall a great spot. Highly recommend!!

This is hands down in my all-time top 3 BBQ and a definite must try! The Brisket was absolutely…read moreperfect and sooo tender but the macaroni and beans were equally perfect and I can't wait to try their Ribs next time I visit COS! Thanks for the friendly and very welcoming environment which made this meal even more special! Keep up the great BBQ and let me know if you're ever in the Huntsville, AL area.

Driving to get some lunch to take to work, I came across E&J BBQ food truck…read more The staff were very friendly and explained the menu to me. I went for the Rib platter. The ribs were cooked perfect, and the flavor was on point. The sides I had were also good. I do recommend trying out this establishment, you won't be sorry. Also gave me a sample of the hot link, good hot link.

We ordered a big order for our family tonight for delivery. The food was fantastic. We have a very…read morepicky group and everyone was beyond pleased. I called and asked for plates and utensils, they supplied it all. We will totally be ordering again! Very happy! We had chicken, turkey, brisket, beans, coleslaw, mac and cheese. Thanks, Team!

The smoked turkey was not smoked and had very little flavor. The pulled pork was fatty and greasy…read more I was sick for 3 days. The Mac and cheese was dried out and gross! This is nothing like Oklahoma barbecue, this false advertising!

The food at the Tejon location was amazing. I've never had a juicer, more perfectly cooked burger,…read moreever! That being said, the new location on Dublin was fine. Not bad at all, also not the same. The burger was kind of dry and almost seemed reheated, which is not at all the norm. I was so excited to have a location nearer to me. I love Skirted Heifers and will continue to enjoy the downtown location.

+ The food - exceptional + The service - as well as could be…read moreexpected + The ambiance - on theme The cleanliness could improve a bit. Overall an exceptional burger experience, from tip to tail. Thank you