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Carlos Bistro

1025 S 21st St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904-3705
719-471-2905
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Price range: INR1,389 - INR5,554
Cuisines: Continental
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
Dining style: Fine Dining
Cross street: Hw 24
Description: In the beginning there has been one word in Carlos’ Bistro, Beautiful. The excellence and the experience of the best in Colorado Springs. Carlos (Owner, Executive Chef, and Matradee) provides a warm and welcoming experience to all of our customers, making everyone feel special at home and relaxed.
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013 via mobile

Carlos is wonderful his staff makes you feel right at home. Generous portions and very well done!!!!!! Lobster as if we are on the coast. It's 1/2 price bottles every Sun & Mon!!!! And incredible bottles!!!!!

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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32 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

We love Carlos'. The only drawback is that it's very pricey. Dinner for two with an average wine was $250. Carlos is solicitous without being overbearing. I've never had anything I didn't like every time I've been there. We save going here for special occasions. Love it!

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Colorado
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28 reviews 28 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

Carlos is fantastic! Not only does he serve the finest food around, it's served with style and the personal touch. Carlos greets you at the door, checks on your meal and wishes you a hearty good-bye when you leave. Between himself and his charming wife, not a detail is left out. Ambiance, hospitality, service and quality attach themselves to everything.

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2013

Great food, big prices, but worth it. Lots of variety-- different foods that you don't see everywhere.

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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2013

We visited Colrado Springs and took a large group to this highly recomended restaurant. Carlos met us in the parking lot and greeted us with his charming warm personality. The food and atmosphere was great. I dont eat meat but the lamb chops were raved over as "the best I have ever tasted". Carlos recomended a South American wine that... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

Carlos' is consistently a great meal and a very nice night out. This is a great small local place and Carlos himself is always there to welcome you. Food is always excellent as is the service and atmosphere. Every item on the menu is delicious and prepared well. Full bar is available with tasty drinks and wines. For dessert I... More

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Springfield, Massachusetts
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2013

We went to Carlos' Bistro early bird special--which was nicely priced. Unfortunately, the food wasn't as good as it should have been. We each had the daily soup special which was a creamy vegetable in a tomato base and was excellent. Our entrees were nicely presented but both were seriously over-salted (filet a la oscar and the orange roughy special).... More

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Sicily, Italy
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17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

I have never had a bad experience at Carlos Bistro. I get the lamb chops almost every time I went as they were the best I found in Colorado. I hope to return to Colorado Springs again someday to eat there once more.

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Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2012

Looked for a restaurant for dinner after a long, tired day filming a movie. We were pleasantly surprised at the very warm reception we received. Without exception, the staff was very friendly and took terrific care of us. That being said, the restaurant is small and not in the greatest part of town. We didn't feel unsafe, certainly, but the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 November 2012

Carlos' is expensive. It is small. It is not in the best part of town. But it is, without a doubt, the best restaurant in Colorado Springs. Not someplace you would likely go every day, but fantastic for a special occasion. The food is always stellar (fantastic steaks and seafood), the service is the best and it is just a... More

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