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).

Always great bbq! The side dishes are to die for!…read moreGreat service! Looks, smells and feels like a bbq restaurant should!

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.

the ribs were absolutely fabulous! Tender, fall off the…read morebone amazing. Best I've ever eaten. Thank you so much, Otis.

Great barbeque, come early for best selection. Tucked back off of the street . Definitely worth a…read morevisit

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 decided to stop in here from a recommendation from our son-in-law since it was so close to…read moreGarden of the gods. There is public parking across the street and it was $6.99 for two hours. Cute interior! They do warn you the kitchen is very small and it will take some time to make good food, so be prepared to be patient. We ordered a hummus tray as we were starving and that came out quickly and was tasty. It does come with hummus and tzatziki sauce. My husband ordered the buffalo chicken sandwich and he said it was very tasty and the coleslaw was excellent as well I ordered the Southwest quinoa salad with added grilled chicken, I did ask for a 2nd serving of chimichurri sauce, and it was very tasty My niece had the veggie burger and she said it was very good- It was huge and she had to take half of it home. The craft beers were very tasty and I had a glass of wine as I'm not much of a beer drinker They do have a cute outdoor patio as well. Service was attentive, and if we were in the area would definitely be back. Total bill was about $130 before tip and included a total of four entrées, five beers and a glass of wine The menu both for beer and food is QR code so I have uploaded the food menu so you can see what they have. My understanding is the beers to change on rotation.

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 made reservations for dinner in the veranda for our first night of travel. Since we arrived…read moreearlier than expected I tried to change our reservation to an earlier time but was told it was completely booked. After visiting the town we stopped back to check and the veranda was not that busy and there were empty tables. After checking with the hostess again we were seated at a table. The handmade cocktails looked delicious so we each tried one (yum). The salads were prepared beautifully and were very tasty. The entrees were not too big and the appetizers were too small to be shared. If you are ravenous maybe this would not be ample but it was perfect for us on this evening. The wine list is small but good as well and the service was excellent.

Greeted with a senile and sat immediately on the patio on beautiful day. Gwyn has great attitude…read moreand vibe. Lots of local beers so good selection of brews. Had the green hatch chile burger which has great flavor but a bit overcooked. The Saratoga Sammy was very tasty. Juice Drop Beer from Breckenridge was nice. Onion rings are amazing!

My son and I were visiting Manitou Springs on a very hot 93°F day while exploring the area's for…read moretheir natural springs. We were looking for a place with air conditioning and cold drinks, and after checking Google reviews, this restaurant stood out because of its convenient location and positive ratings. Since it was a busy "Summer Springs Sunday," there was a wait for tables. However, as a party of two, we were able to find seats at the bar right away. I enjoyed a Snow Capped Cider, while my son ordered a Lemonade Sour. Both drinks were refreshing after spending time outdoors. For food, I ordered the Hatch Brat with fries. The brat was flavorful, but it had more cheese than I would have preferred, and the fries seemed undercooked. My son chose the Nashville Hot Honey Chicken sandwich. He described it as average, and unfortunately, his fries were also undercooked. Our server and bartender, Josephine P., was friendly and efficient throughout our visit. The restaurant offers both indoor and patio seating. Guests should note that several Patio rules are posted near the entrance, and a no-public-restroom policy. The menu is fairly vast , with a solid selection of local beers available. There is also a 2% fee for credit card transactions. The location is convenient, situated right near the Manitou Bathhouse. While our meal was somewhat mixed, the service, atmosphere, and beverage selection were positives. If I return, I would be interested in trying a different menu item. Overall, this was a pleasant stop during a hot summer day in Manitou Springs. The cool indoor atmosphere, quality drinks, excellent service from Josephine, and convenient location made for an enjoyable experience. Although the food did not completely meet our expectations, there were enough positives that I would consider returning and exploring more of the menu in the future.

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!

Not the greatest. Brisket was more like pot roast and no flavor …read more Everything had little flavor. It was expensive for the bland taste and I wouldn't go back or recommend.

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.

tl;dr the signature skirted burger is a floppy dud, while the remaining burgers are hit-or-miss;…read moreonly the sweet potato fries are memorably delicious Skirted Heifer debuted in 2014, as Suzette and Kevin Megyeri opted to downsize from their long-time Italian restaurant Bambino's to a fast-casual burger concept in their downtown storefront property. Fresh, locally sourced ingredients are the name of the game, and the restaurant specialized in its namesake "skirted" burgers, decorated with a frisbee-sized fried cheese wheel sticking out circumferentially around the bun. Skirted Heifer was featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, and it is routinely ranked among the best burgers in Colorado Springs. Outside the brick storefront, metal patio furniture is partially enclosed underneath the squared-off awning. Enter into a diminutive, farmhouse-inspired dining room. Warm incandescent bulb hand from the soaring ceiling. A whitewashed barn door is pressed against the green wall on the left, while a chalk cow portrait and a wooden plank US cut-out decorate the slate grey wall to the right. Live-wood stools are pressed up against the garage door-style windows up front. Oldies are drowned out by the roar of chatter. My friends visited for early weekend dinner, and we hit a meal rush. We nabbed the last remaining indoor table, and our food was prepared about 15 minutes after ordering. The burgers were hit-or-miss, and none went without a specific drawback. The Classic Skirted Heifer was a sight to behold, but the cheese skirt was more aesthetic than practical. Expect it to fall off when you pick up the sandwich, leaving you with a borderline inedible chewy cheese ring. The B & B (bacon and blue) packed the most flavor, including a crispy-skinned, well-seasoned patty, but the combined components were disappointingly dry. Further, its sturdy garlic focaccia bun tasted like Texas toast and ended up too dense. Lastly, the Oktoberfest (Burger of the Week) was juicy, but the pan-German flavors were too subtle; further, the flat pretzel roll bun was a forgettable dud. Out of all our food, we were most impressed by the extra-crispy, shoestring-style Sweet Potato Fries. These eclipsed the well-seasoned but intermittently flimsy Belgian Fries. None of the sauces were great; the ketchup was more like marinara, the ranch tasted like store-brand, and the "Heifer Sauce" (a concoction of ketchup, mayonnaise, and pickle juice) was a less chunky riff on Thousand Island. The service was appropriately efficient and helpful. The prices and portions were reasonable ($12 for burgers, $4 for sides), but only the sweet potato fries would be worth ordering again. Skirted Heifer has all the ingredients and tools to craft a crave-worthy burger, but the inconsistent execution will leave you more disappointed than satisfied.