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    Russ' Place

    4.1 (147 reviews)
    ModerateCafes
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    RUSS' PLACE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Lee W.

    This cozy gem of a place is where locals & tourists can enjoy some of the best burgers in Colorado! (As well as live music, comedy shows, karaoke & bingo.) At over 9,000 feet & 25 miles west of Colorado Springs you'll find this awesome family run bar & grill. I was told by a local that the burgers are flame grilled in an outdoor kitchen by Russ, the owner. Inside is a small no frills dining room & bar, playing classic rock music in the background. The dining room tables have paper towels instead of napkins, which you'll need plenty of since the burgers are SO juicy. You can watch sports on the five TVs in the bar. If you're a beer lover they serve Colorado Craft Beers. Also, there are beautiful views of Pikes Peak that can be seen from the outdoor patio tables & chairs. It was a busy Saturday afternoon when we went. In spite of being crowded our server sat us quickly & took our orders promptly. She was friendly & checked on us often. Our meals arrived fast, they were brought in from the outside kitchen. The burgers & sandwiches come with fries & are very reasonably priced. Note: they have an Impossible Burger too. The Bacon Swiss Burger was absolutely delicious, cooked to a perfect medium. There is nothing like a flame grilled burger, so yummy. The Spicy Fried Chicken sandwich was enormous, twice the size of the bun. It's very flavorful, but be prepared it is spicy. I highly suggest making a trip up the mountain to check out Russ' Place!

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    Jeremy S.

    Best burger I've had in a long time. Wait was a little long but they were packed. I will definitely be back for some more!!

    Isaac A.

    We stopped in here on a recommendation and really enjoyed it. After hiking in Divide, we needed food. I got a Moscow mule and the Kona burger. The mule tasted good, and I'd try another one next time. The Kona burger had an awesome tangy sauce that paired well with the pineapple (I was skeptical) and beef, and I loaded it up with pickles, onions, lettuce, and tomato. I'd recommend this burger and the fries. Everyone else seemed to enjoy their meals as well amd the chicken sandwich next to me looked tempting. Don't be turned off by the exterior. This place was awesome.

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    Barbara W.

    Very casual. I've been here a few times, didn't know my dog would be allowed in. That's a big plus for me. Sunday afternoon, 4:30 ish and it's clearing out. They have bingo and other themed nights which can get really busy. The burgers are great and they have a good beer list. I'm finding it real pleasant just sitting here with my dog and my draft listening to whatever is playing.

    Cheeseburger and fries. Delish!
    Chrislyn B.

    What a great find!! The staff was amazing, the patrons were all super friendly, and the food was fantastic. Not pictured were the onion rings that my husband ordered and they were delish. I'm super picky about onion rings and cannot stand when you bite it and a limp onion pulls all the way out. These were crisp throughout and seasoned nicely. They make their buns in house for their burgers as well which is a huge win in my book.

    Spicy Blue burger with french fries and a 420 IPA.
    Jack J.

    Wow, what a great experience! I was traveling from Black Hawk Colorado to Cripple Creek Colorado and had to stop for a bite to eat toward the end of this relatively short journey (about 3 hours), I was starving. The small town, laid back, "Cheers's" (everyone knows your name) vibe is nice and relaxing. Jewels was my server/bartender and she was great, keeping me updated on the status of my order and including me in the bar talk. Someone is about to be the proud owner of a chicken laying a light bulb, Bahaha! Anyhow, the spicy blue burger hit the spot. The burger was cooked just a bit more that medium rare, placed on top a lightly toasted bun, smothered with blue cheese crumbles and franks red hot sauce on a bed of crispy french fries paired with the 420 Pale Ale. What a lunch, perfect all around. I'm truly glad I stumbled across Russ' Place. If you're in the mood for a savory burger and a beer, this is it!

    Specialty drink menu. Feb 2004 They have lots of beers also.
    Homer J.

    We heard that the burgers here at Russ' are the best in the county. We arrived as they just opened in the morning. Of course the wind was blowing 40 mph, and cold. We pulled into the parking lot and walked in. They were ready to serve us! Friendly little place, where everybody seemed to know everybody. There are 3 TV's in the rustic little place, with sports memorabilia on the walls. We split the bacon burger with fries, served on tin plates. I think our server was an owner and delivered the food promptly. It seems that the food is cooked in a trailer attached to the west side of the restaurant. While there is no smoke or smells inside the restaurant, grease covers the outside of the trailer at the vent. We sat close to the door in case there was the inevitable grease fire. The burger was okay, but for 18$, I question the value.

    Pickled red onions and jalepenos on the best burger and aioli
    Melinda C.

    Burgers. STOP. Top shelf margarita. STAHHPPP. Service. BEYOND. Had the best time passing through here. Only regret is that we didn't have a chance to go again. 10/10

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    10 years ago

    Not my kind of joint. Limited menu, marginal service. The pub grub was plentiful, but nothing to write home about.

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    8 years ago

    Best burgers in the county. Great selection of beers. Friendly service. Love this place!

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    7 years ago

    Food is great, drinks are good and the staff is great! Great food for a little dive bar. You will be pleasantly surprised.

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    12 years ago

    Excellent drinks, food (lunch AND breakfast) and atmosphere. Once you visit for a while, you're a friend forever.

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    8 years ago

    Great food and service! Burgers and homemade chicken strips are to die for! The only thing I would skip is the Reuben...it was just OK.

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    11 years ago

    A very comfortable and cozy place to hang out, Its like going to one of one of your friend's home for beer and wings, Great Rubens too!

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    9 years ago

    Best burgers for miles & miles! I've been there three time & burgers are all that I've had. I must say everything else looks good...

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    9 years ago

    Best burger in town! I've been here a handful of times, and can't bring myself to order anything but the burger.

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    10 years ago

    Absolute hole in the wall. Great food and people. If you are lookinh for something off the beaten path, this is the place.

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    9 years ago

    Buffalo burger was incredible. That's all we had! Will return for full gastro experience again.

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    10 years ago

    We only stopped for beverages but the staff was very friendly and helpful - locals recommend them for the burgers.

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