Tucked up against the majesty of Pikes Peak, whose view from the summit inspired the words to "America the Beautiful," Colorado Springs has more than 300 days of sunshine a year. The climate is moderate, meaning you can often golf during the winter. The city has 15 golf courses, from private only courses like Cheyenne Mountain and the 54-hole, three-course setup at the Broadmoor that was designed by Jack Nicklaus and will host the 2011 Women's U.S. Open, to public courses like Kissing Camels and Patty Jewett, both of which offer 27 holes. There are also many dining options in the town, including excellent Italian restaurants.
Paravicini's Italian Bistro
Paravicini's Italian Bistro offers a full range of Italian dishes, from pasta entries like gnocchi, lasagna and capellini, to a variety of marsala and parmigiana dishes like chicken and veal. It also offers seafood and an extensive wine list.
Paravicini's Italian Bistro
2802 W. Colorado
Colorado Springs
(719) 471-8200
Fratelli-Ristorante Italiano
Fratelli-Ristorante Italiano offers Northern and Southern Italian cuisine, varying from appetizers, such as mozzarella caprese, pasta dishes like fettuccine and gnocchi, and seafood, chicken and veal entrees. Guests can enjoy two-for-one cocktails in the Roman bar Monday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Fratelli-Ristorante Italiano
124 N Nevada Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
(719) 575-9571
Luigi's
Luigi's has been in business since 1958 and is locally owned and operated. The name comes from the grandfather of owner Leo Cervetti, who moved to Colorado Springs with his wife Anne from Chicago. The menu features a variety of pasta and pizza dishes.
Luigi's
947 S Tejon Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
(719) 632-7339
Panino's Restaurant
Panino's Restaurant has two locations in Colorado Springs. It is a popular location for Colorado College students, and is owned by former CC All-America hockey player Tony Frasca. Panino's specializes in sandwiches, pizza and calzones, but also offers pasta dishes.
Panino's Restaurant
604 N Tejon Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
(719) 635-1188
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1721 South Eighth Street
Colo. Springs, CO 80906
(719) 635-1188
About The Author
Candace Horgan has worked as a freelance journalist for more than 12 years. Her work has appeared in various print and online publications, including the "Denver Post" and "Mix." Horgan holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and history.
