I had a wonderful experience at Oro in downtown Colorado Springs. First off - the food is absolutely worth it. Highly recommend the Pappardelle Lamb Ragù; it is a spicy pasta dish and has the most incredible flavor. I also ordered the asparagus & arugula - yikes on the deviled-egg-adjacent topping but the rest of the dish was delicious & pairs beautifully with the pasta. They offer focaccia on the appetizer menu which was delightful; however, it was cold by the time my pasta arrived. I recommend asking it to be served with the entree if you plan to eat warm bread with your pasta. One thing I would like to note - the bar is too tall for petite ladies with the seating offered. Every single woman at the bar had to lift their elbows to their shoulders in order to reach things in front of them. I found it exceptionally difficult to eat my dinner & had to transfer food from my dinner plate to a tiny plate in order to hold it and eat over my lap. I'm not sure if they paired counter height (36") stools with a bar height (42") bar or what went wrong, but I recommend sitting at a table to eat and drinks only at the bar for ladies. Lastly - ambiance and service are excellent. The venue is well lit, spacious and beautifully adorned. Service is top notch. Natalie was very attentive and polite and made the night fantastic. Overall, a perfect date night spot or venue to celebrate a special occasion. read more

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My fiancée and I had a phenomenal experience here! The tiramisu and cocktails were excellent, and the staff was incredibly attentive and punctual with their service. Felt like $500 service for half the price! Will be back! read more

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Oro, top Italian spot in Colorado Springs!! Firstly, my wife and I went to Oro tonight for the first time for her birthday. The reservations were very easy to make with plenty of availability. I called ahead of time to let the staff know about my wife's birthday and asked for a special dessert. The overall service was absolutely amazing with staff who clearly cared about their job. In particular Ryan was one of the best waiters I have ever experienced. In regard to food service it was very quick and impressive. The food was spectacular from the appetizers, main courses and desserts. Also, thank you to Oro for the on the house birthday desserts. To wrap this up I would totally recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting or living in the Colorado Springs area. read more

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We were staying at the Mining Exchange Hotel, and this restaurant is attached to it, so we went there for our first night. FOOD: Large portions, rich and tasty eats. My wife had the buffalo carpaccio, which she enjoyed, along with a yummy bolognese pasta. I had the caesar salad (which was oddly sweet but good) and the lamb ragu pasta. We also ordered a focaccia starter, which was enough for four people (but useful for sopping up the sauce from the pasta bowls). Absolutely stuffed, with no room for dessert. The cocktail menu looked decent, but we had already had more interesting drinks from the Golden Hour next door. The wine list is largely Italian and both extensive and expensive. The by-the-glass wines are reasonably priced either as glass or bottle. SERVICE: It was a Tuesday night, so not terribly busy. Our waiter, Spencer, was attentive and helpful. His suggestion for wines were expensive, but when we ordered a less pricey one he suggested an alternate of that varietal which was a bit less (and was quite good). Food was delivered promptly. All was as ordered except that the Caesar was missing the promised croutons (which, to be fair, I didn't notice until I was half finished). AMBIANCE: Quiet, upscale and simple. It certainly didn't distract from the food. VALUE: The prices are high, objectively, but the quality and quantity make up a lot for that. NET-NET: Definitely worth visiting for a special occasion or a serious date -- and =either when staying at the MX, or as a destination itself. We will likely be back, if we're ever hungry again. read more

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Food: excellent pasta - our favorite was the lamb ragu - handmade and flavorful. The 20 oz steak is fantastic-- melts in your mouth. Service: attentive and friendly servers with an effortless look. Ambiance: beautiful chandeliers (like if Chihuly loved mushrooms and metal as much as glass); decadent booths and a spacious bar with great lighting read more

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Food: 3.5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Anniversary dinner in Colorado Springs! This restaurant is attached to the mining exchange hotel. We were the first one to come in for 5 pm reservation and were welcomed by very hospitable staffs. Calm ambiance throughout the dinner and each meal was served in a very pretty plates. We ordered scallop crostini, frutti di mare, braised lamb shank, and spicy broccolini. Servers were excellent in recommendations and met the expectation. We even received 1 complimentary dessert for our anniversary. Spicy broccolini was great. We will come for drinks next time. Bar set up looks very classy read more

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A great add to Colorado Springs. The food was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Every dish we tried was tasty. But the focaccia with butter was standout for us. Simple and delicious. The staff is welcoming, and attentive. The atmosphere is modern, comfortable, and inviting. You can tell this place is run with pride and attention to detail. We loved the modern touches and style of the place. It's a great date night spot! We would like to go back and try more dishes. Also, while we enjoyed a nice dinner, this spot doesn't break the bank and prices are reasonable for the experience! read more

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Love this tucked away place in historic downtown buildings! The color of the cozy chairs and the lamps give off an elegance and cozy vibe at the same time. The service was excellent with recommendations for flavor and dietary preferences. We were treated to five star service. The drinks were also creative and balanced well with the excellent flavors of the dishes! I will be back next time I am in the area. read more

Oro Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

Have been twice now since open -- first time was seated in the middle behind a big table and could not hear the people I was with. Second time I was at a booth in the back and did not have this problem! Servers were very informative, kind and paced food well. read more

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It was date night and I've been hearing so many good things of this place, so I took my chance and chose this place. Made a reservation thought their Instagram page and they have many different available times. As we arrived, we were greeted by the hostess. She had us sit in their little waiting area (since we arrived a bit early) and meanwhile we admired the place. The place is nicely decorated in a minimal, yet elegant way ( with lots of gold accents, hence the name). They have a gorgeous bar inside, and it looked like and adjacent bar outside. The time came to sit on our table and we got greeted by our very profesional, and attentive server (if only I could remember her name, maybe Rachel). She gave excellent service. Onto the yummy part: To start we got the burrata with green Pueblo Chile and some focaccia. The bread was tasty the burrata was good but nothing out of this world. As a main dish I got the risotto and that was sooo sooo good. My partner got the Branzino (whole fish from head to tail, but they remove the spine) he said it was really good. I dared him to eat the eyes but he couldn't do it (can't blame him, it looked fishy ). And as a grand finale we went for the tiramisu. This was the only dish that I didn't enjoy the presentation, but don't let that fool you. This has probably been one of the best tiramisu I've ever tried (chefs kiss). Oh how can I forget the cocktails we ordered. I had the Fleur de Lis and it was refreshing and bold. He had the Fumo Rosso, a mezcal based smoky deliciousness. This place has made it to my list of favorite places to visit and recommend! read more

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Pros: Nice, enticing Italian-inspired menu. Décor is sleek and inviting. Service was fine, efficient. Cons: We ordered the 1/2 roasted chicken and the spring risotto. The chicken was dry and the green sauce was sour/tangy. Tasted like it had too much vinegar in it. The risotto was pricey for being a vegetarian dish with not much in it. Also, it was relatively bland -- a little salt would have gone a long way. The focaccia bread with basil butter was good, as was the arancini appetizer. No complaints here. The wine menu for glasses could be more extensive. Overall: it was OK. I'm a foodie from LA and have traveled the world for food. This place didn't blow me away. read more

Oro Restaurant - Dinner menu as of 8/21/25 - Italian Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

After discussion and debate over what to try while in town, we settled on Italian at Oro. Made a reservation for a relatively large party (8). We arrived and we're promptly seated. We started off with a bottle of wine, and were recommended one based on the profile I was looking for. It was called Nebbiolo, and it was exactly what we were looking for! I was feeling pasta that night, so I tried the Spaghetti Aglio e Olio and it hit the spot. Pasta was cooked perfectly, and it seemed like one of their lighter dishes. We also had the spaghetti and meatballs, among other things and we enjoyed all dishes. Would definitely recommend Oro, you'll probably want to make a reservation to ensure a spot. read more

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We had a wonderful birthday dinner here. We would give it 5 starts, but the veal isn't a 5 star dish. The rest of the food was incredible. The service was great and Alexander was fantastic. Highlights were the focaccia, bison carpaccio, Spaghetti Aglio e Olio, and the Bolognese. The restaurant is adorable, loved the ambiance. read more

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Great space - high ceilings & chic decor. Service was solid and food/drink were excellent. Highly recommend for a nice dinner in Colorado Springs. read more

Amazing new Italian restaurant in town! We went for our anniversary dinner and are glad we did. The service was very good, there was a mistake with our order but it was rectified quickly and we only waited a few minutes for our entree to arrive. Food wise it's delicious. Some highlights were the bison carpaccio so thinly sliced and flavorful with everything else. There's a hint of spice with it that adds to its depth. I think my favorite dish of the night was definitely the pappardelle pasta with lamb ragu. It is AMAZING!! Enough said. The arancini were also some of the best I've ever had. Grilled broccolini was pretty good though it lacked a bit of salt and acid. I'd say if you're looking for a great Italian spot with a nice ambience this is it. Prices are a bit high but not like insane. read more

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Hey Colorado Springs! Why aren't you at this AMAZING restaurant?!?!? Oro is absolutely fantastic, service from Spencer was great, NO WAITING, bar service was ON POINT!(Old fashioned) and food was phenomenal!!! GET OUT HERE NOW!! read more

We had a lovely dinner at Oro celebrating a birthday. It is the new Italian restaurant that has opened in the space previously occupied by Springs Orleans downtown next to the Mining Exchange. The dining room is comfortable and aesthetic. We enjoyed all the food. Pictured- Linguine Tricolore, Spaghetti and Meatballs, Gigante Beans, Asparagus and Arugula, Housemade Gelato and Pizzelle, and Limoncellos. We also enjoyed the Burrata & Pueblo Peppers and Olives for an appetizer. A little pricey- as could be expected, but the meal, to include the service, delivers a dinner experience that compliments. read more

Oro Restaurant - Linguine Tricolore, Spaghetti and Meatballs, and (sides) Beans Gigante and Asparagus and Arugula - Italian Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

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The food was delicious. My husband had the sea bass. I had the chicken. Both were flavorful but the chicken was amazing. The sauce that comes with it was so good! We also shared the lamb ragu, and it was a perfect pasta dish- so full of flavor. They had a nice wine list. We ordered a nice Italian red. We will be thinking about this meal for a while. read more

Food and service were great. The prosecco was lovely. I had the fruitti de Mar and enjoyed it a lot. It was spicy. Tiramisu was so tasty. Very nice ambience for a date night or special occasion. read more

This is a very nicely designed space, just adjacent to the Mining Exchange. Very light. Open, so noise does carry when the restaurant is busy, so keep that in mind. Had the bison carpaccio and it was delish. Also tried the chicken (flavorful with these tiny little peppers) and the lamb shank. Finished with tiramisu- very creamy. The service by Spencer was stellar. We'll be back! read more

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Much like others have said, it was mixed bag but there were some standout dishes. Pros: The ambiance is stunning. The decor is truly gorgeous. The bison carpaccio, arancini, lamb parpadelle, and tiramisu were phenomenal. Best arancini and tiramisu I've ever had. Concerns: Like others have said, at this price point, it's just weird that the pacing was so off. We got pushed into ordering apps before we could even get drinks, and we had to flag down someone else to order cocktails after we had been there for at least 20 minutes. Had to flag down someone else to get wine because our waiter (who was super nice and friendly) was busy sweeping and cleaning other tables to pay attention to us and realize our drinks were empty for quite some time. Food notes-The carpaccio, despite being amazing, really needs to come with some little toasts or something like that. I kept hearing that the focaccia is awful so if you get the burrata or carpaccio, there's nothing decent to accompany it. My chicken was actually suuuuuper good, but it's bizarre because it doesn't come with a starch. It's just half a chicken and some peppers. The sauce was really acidic and super tasty, but it literally looks like sewage. Super unappealing looking plate which is weird because the other dishes were gorgeous. read more

I'd start out by saying there are a lot of 5 star reviews for Oro. I know I'm a tough reviewer, but the at the price point, staff knowledge and food this is not a five star experience. It's fine but not at the level of del lago (broadmoor) or casano (north springs). It was ok but not outstanding. While I'm still bummed with the loss of Springs Orleans (I think we now don't have anything similar?)... anyway 4 of us were excited to check it out. The did I nice remodel. Reminds me a little of the famous with the booths. We had reservations (made more than a week earlier). The hostess first led me to a table right in line with the hallway to the kitchen and restrooms (while there were many open booths elsewhere. I said no and we got a booth). I first think they should keep the less desirable tables for walk-ins. Anyway got seated.. I had a martini as I beat the rest of the party. I saw alley mentioned in another review as a server. While she tried to be attentive, when we asked questions it seemed we had a bit of a language barrier. She was nice and attentive, when we pushed on questions it seemed difficult to get responses.i asked about the lamb ragu. It's described as with chili. I tried to get more info and that was a fail. I like heat, but was not in the mood for to much tonight. When it came it had some heat with chili oil showing on the plate, It would have been way to hot for my wife. Not so for me, but not something I was in the mood for..I was disappointed that our server was unable to articulate the spiciness. Others were OK with their plates not outstanding but OK. We had the focaccia appetizer. it was OK. Two good sized triangles of focaccia it was OK but just not exceptional and I love fresh bread/focaccia I like Italian wines a lot, so I was excited about the menu. But the menu is confusing. If you don't know Italian wise, it would be very confusing (I think) for me even some of it was confusing and the server could not clarify, so I asked for the som. A person came who was not really a som, but the beverage rep or something like that. She was helpful and explained the confusion part of the menu. She also acknowledged that it was not clear overall I ended up disappointed with the menu because of that. (I saw something that I thought would be really fun turned out it was not really part of the menu/wine list) So with four people two bottles of wine two cocktails something over $400 a high price point for not bad but OK But as I have said before if you got this far in my review, you get five stars! read more

The Caesar Salad and Focaccia with basil butter were excellent starters, and the Spahetti Aglio e Olio was perfectly prepared. However, the Veal Scallopini fell short-bland and tough- and the Sweet and Sour Carrots were disappointing, as they were hard and didn't absorb the sauce as expected. We ended on a high note with the Tiramisu, which we loved. Overall it was a pleasant dining experience that could be exceptional with a couple adjustments. We appreciate the care your team puts into service and atmosphere. We hope this feedback is helpful and we look forward to visiting again. L & D read more

We had a mixed experience at Oro. Going into it, I knew to expect some service hiccups as I had read other reviews. I am here to report that they are 100% correct. Here's what Oro did well, could improve, and failed miserably at. The good: The ambiance was spot on. Upscale decor, not too loud or dark inside, and friendly staff. I was impressed when we walked in. The food was also delicious. We had some olives to start, then pasta bolognese, branzino, and spicy broccolini with Calabrian chilies. The broccolini was the star, I don't understand how it was seasoned so well! The branzino was also phenomenal (one of the best I've ever had), and the bolognese was spot on. The olives were slightly warmed and a great salty snack to start us off. The bad: As others have noted, the pacing is way off. Things happened too fast, then too slow. For example, we wanted to order a second round of drinks to pair with our dinner but our server was rushing around covering too many tasks. When we finally got his attention to bring us a menu, it was again another few minutes before he returned to order. By the time we got our drinks we had already received our main course. Also he absent mindedly took my wife's wine from the first round before she was done with it. We only realized because he set it at the bar across from our table and we could see a few sips left. Oro has to work on their pacing, it matches the vibe of a Chili's more than a "fine dining establishment" as the hotel next door calls them. The ugly: The broccolini (a dish that was labeled as GF on the menu and was noted for a gluten allergy by our server), came to our table with panko breadcrumbs on it. Again it took me a few minutes to get the attention of our server, who then took a few minutes to identify the issue with the kitchen, who then took another few minutes to bring out a replacement. We were halfway done with our main course when the fixed dish came out. The explanation for the panko was a "last minute" addition by the kitchen. If the dish had not been marked as GF on the menu, I would have understood, but that's not something to mess around with. The staff were very apologetic, however they did not comp the dish. I don't expect that these days, but it would have been nice and in keeping with their "fine dining" image. Overall I would recommend you wait on this restaurant for at least six months. Let them work out the kinks, then come back. read more

Food was amazing and expertly crafted. Our server, Drew, had amazing suggestions from the menu and everything we ordered was terrific. Highly recommend. read more

Oro Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

During my initial experience at Oro, I was thoroughly impressed! The ambiance was delightful, yet it was the exceptional service that truly caught my attention. Spencer, our waiter, provided exceptional assistance in guiding us through the menu. Being newcomers, we were uncertain about what to select, but his suggestions for food combinations were impeccable. The Papardelle Lamb Ragú was truly exceptional. We will certainly return for another dining experience! read more

ORO REVIEW: We decided to try this for our Anniversary dinner! The whole experience was AWFUL. Drinks: I got the saffron martini. OMG. might aswell have chewed up some saffron strands. It was BAD. I sent it back after trying to add pineapple juice it was still disgusting. Appetizers: The breadsticks are crackers, the foccasia would have been ok if it wasn't burnt. Entrees: I specifically asked about the ricotta on the Tricolor pasta if it was cooked on the pasta. Is it Hot? Server said it was.. (It's not) Hubby ordered the 20oz porterhouse med rare. Unfortunately it was maybe 12oz and well done. Sides: Asperagus and Arugula. RAW. Who eats raw Asperagus?? Manager comes apologizes. Sais let me get you dessert. We agree. Then comes back and sais So Sorry: Your only gonna be charged for your drinks and dessert?? Lol.. Waitress comes back with menus to get dessert order. Me: Your manager came and apologized and took All of our uneaten food back and offered us dessert, then came back and said we can just pay for drinks and desserts. Waitress: Well he took off an $80 steak... Wow just wow. (Hubby ate 3 bites!) Also I've never not left a tip. untill today!! But they decided I should pay for the Saffrontini that I took one sip of and sent back... read more

Oro Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

Perfect! The ambience was so nice and we sat at the bar. The staff were very welcoming and made us feel at home. We loved the food. Very authentic Italian, great martini's and wine. If I get back to Colorado Spring again this will definitely be first on my list of dining. read more

Service was excellent! Food was meh. The penne with vodka sauce was very underwhelming, arriving lukewarm and with hardly any sauce. We ordered the focaccia for dipping in sauce and that could not happen with so little sauce to begin with. My partner had the penne with bolognese sauce and reported it was nothing special. The 2 sides we ate were broccolini and asparagus with arugula. The asparagus was delicious. The broccolini had hot chilis in it which was unexpected and overwhelmed the taste of the vegetable. The physical space is cozy and pleasant... and worth repeating that the service was excellent. read more

Ask for Ryan! I recently moved to Colorado Springs from the fine dining scene in Tampa, FL, and Ryan absolutely blew us away tonight in every aspect of service. His menu knowledge, warm hospitality, and genuine character were exceptional. He's officially the first server in Colorado Springs we'll be returning to regularly. Also the food was great :) read more

Oh Romano staff and culinary experience! The best pasta Bolognese I've ever had! Ask for extra meatballs! Beautiful ambiance and dinning setting overall read more

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Food was good. Service was good. Only critique is I wish they played music a little louder

Delicious food, gorgeous atmosphere and the most quality service I've experienced in Colorado Springs!

Loved it! Awesome ambiance, very nice interior. The food was delicious and amazing customer service. Unfortunately our party stayed till after their closing time, but they were still so polite read more

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Came here for new year's which is also our wedding anniversary. Wonderful meal. Great service. Highly recommend.

First-time dining at ORO and it was an absolute delight! The atmosphere is clean, elegant, and warm--I especially loved the gold accents that made the space feel extra special. From the moment we sat down, Nila G was amazing--she walked us through appetizers, entrées, and desserts with such knowledge and care. Every single one of her recommendations was spot-on! We indulged in: Rigatoni Bolognese Fiori Espresso Martini San Pellegrino Focaccia with Basil Butter Burrata & Pueblo Peppers House-made Gelato & Pizzelle Spumoni Everything was absolutely delicious. Portions were generous too--we even had leftovers! While I personally prefer when food is packaged at the table, Nila kindly took our plates to the back to wrap them. At first, I worried the box looked too small, but once we unpacked at home, everything was neatly packed and nothing was missing . On top of it all, ORO offers a 10% Military Discount, which we greatly appreciate. This was such a wonderful first experience, and I can't wait to return. Highly recommend for anyone looking for elegance, flavor, and exceptional service. 8 SOUTH NEVADA AVE COLORADO SPRINGS CO 80903 read more

I have been been to Oro twice. Neither visit was exceptional, but the holiday meal on Christmas day was exceptionally poor. First, the ambiance is fine and the service is quite good. The staff was pleasant and attentive both times. However the food is not very appealing, especially for the price. We had a table of six and the price was fixed at $90 a person, with an additional $10 per person to add the Tomahawk steak. You would think the portions were proportionate for the number of guests per table, but we got the same amount of bread as the table for two next to us. And our pasta portion was only slightly larger. It was no where near enough to feed 6 (and it was cold and to call it al dente is over-stating how cooked it was). In general, the answer I received when inquiring about anything was "that's the way the chef does it" or "the chef said he can't accommodate your request). The staff all but openly acknowledged the chef is difficult to deal with and makes their jobs exceptionally more difficult. The final straw was when one guest ordered another cocktail and something completely different came out. In fairness, the staff tried to make things "right" and removed 4 cocktails from the bill. It still wasn't really enough to justify ever going there again. It wasn't about the price (although $750 for a table of six is not awesome). It was about the food quality. Oro's food simply isn't good. read more

My husband and I came for dinner opening night -- we are relatively new transplants to downtown and were very excited to find out about Oro from a local interest instagram post. Happy to report that between the food, ambiance and service, this place can hold its own with Italian restaurants in larger cities. (Also impressive because I've been to some opening weekends at restaurants where there were still a lot of wrinkles being ironed out. Did not find that to be the case here. Seemed like the menu was a bit restricted from what is listed online but I imagine that will expand as they get rolling). We shared the endive salad, arancini, frutti di mare (seafood pasta), and tiramisu and would recommend any of them. The tiramisu had intense flavor and is one of the best I've ever had. Cocktails were great as well; I had a gin + prosecco + creme de violete drink that tasted akin to an herbal gin and tonic. We are both fans of amaro, and with information about two types of amaro that we enjoyed in the past and what we had ordered for dessert, the bartender nailed a recommendation for a completely different amaro we'd never tried before. To us, Oro is a welcome addition to the Springs. We'll be back to try more! read more

Phenomenal spot. Delicious food, friendly service, and great wine list! Great addition to the downtown area. read more

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Drew did a phenomenal job taking care of us for my friend's birthday party. He was very knowledgable about the menu with respect to my wife's egg allergy. We will definitely be back! read more