Looking to uncover all that west Colorado Springs has to offer? Get to know this Colorado Springs neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a French bistro to a sushi spot.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in West Colorado Springs, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center
Topping the list is park, cafe and museum Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center. Located at 1805 N. 30th St., it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 718 reviews on Yelp.
The visitor center, at the entrance to Garden of the Gods, features a museum with exhibits about the geology of the region, dinosaurs, flora and fauna and more. The center also has a gift shop and a cafe.
Yelper Amber M. wrote, "This place has it all and more. Interactive exhibits highlighting features and creatures in the park, as well as friendly staff happy to answer our questions about the various trails in the park."
2. The Little Imbiss
Next up is German spot The Little Imbiss, situated at 773 W. Garden of the Gods Road. With five stars out of 63 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
The co-owner, who is from Berlin, offers Berlin-style street food, featuring doner kebab — beef and lamb seasoned with Mediterranean spices and toppings, served in Turkish flatbread.
3. Nara Sushi & Grill
Sushi bar, Japanese and Asian fusion spot Nara Sushi & Grill is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 3117 W. Colorado Ave., 4.5 stars out of 223 reviews.
Yelper Lily S. wrote, "Grilled salmon belly on the specials menu was like a perfectly seared steak: crusty on the outside, pink on the inside. It's one of the best appetizers my family and I have enjoyed. Teriyaki beef was just as outstanding, if not better."
4. Heart Of Jerusalem Cafe
Heart Of Jerusalem Cafe, a Middle Eastern spot that offers falafel and more, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 185 Yelp reviews. Head over to 3242 Centennial Blvd. to see for yourself.
Menu options include an assortment of falafels and kebabs, Greek salad, hummus, tabouleh and dolmas. The cafe, which has another location in Colorado Springs and one in Manitou Springs, also features baklava for dessert.
5. La Baguette French Bistro
Finally, check out La Baguette French Bistro, which has earned four stars out of 158 reviews on Yelp. You can find the French and breakfast and brunch spot, which offers coffee, tea and more, at 4440 N. Chestnut St.
The French and European bistro offers a variety of omelettes and quiches, as well as corned beef casserole, almond-crusted french toast, soups, salads and French baguettes.
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