Katy Houston

2 weeks ago | springsmag.com | Katy Houston

After months of anticipation, Codswallop! is opening its doors in Old Colorado City. The restaurant will primarily operate as a takeout spot with limited seating, aiming to provide an authentic British chip shop experience to the community. Originally slated for a late 2024 debut, the fast-casual eatery faced setbacks related to city approvals and inspections, pushing its opening into spring 2025.

2 weeks ago | springsmag.com | Katy Houston

Board and Brush Creative Studio is crafting a new chapter in Colorado Springs, offering locals a chance to drill, design and DIY. Guests can create personalized home decor pieces like signs, trays, porch planters and backyard games—all without the hassle of setting up a project at home. Workshops are instructor-led, beginner-friendly and designed for fun, making them a popular choice for date nights, girls’ nights out, family gatherings and corporate team-building events.

3 weeks ago | springsmag.com | Katy Houston

Jinya Ramen Bar is bringing its signature spin on Japanese comfort food to downtown Colorado Springs in spring 2025. The new restaurant will open in the former home of Steel Pan PnP and Iron Bird Brewing at 402 S. Nevada Avenue. Founded in Japan in 2000 and launched in the U.S. in 2010, Jinya has become one of the fastest-growing Asian restaurant concepts in the U.S., according to Nation’s Restaurant News.

1 month ago | springsmag.com | Katy Houston

After a six-month closure due to smoke damage from a neighboring business’s fire, Solar Roast Coffee has reopened its downtown Colorado Springs cafe kitty-corner from Acacia Park. The coffeehouse is welcoming back customers with a refreshed space and renewed energy. “We are so happy to be back and excited to expand our community downtown,” says manager Hope Mansikka.

1 month ago | springsmag.com | Katy Houston

A new Ziggi’s Coffee location is on its way to Monument, offering a welcoming, lodge-style space designed for locals to gather in the Jackson Creek neighborhood. The store is owned by Monument residents Greg and Jill Bland, the husband-and-wife franchisees behind the three other Ziggi’s locations in Colorado Springs. Set to open in June or July — weather permitting — the Monument cafe will feature a warm, mountain-inspired design with barnwood accents, stonework and a copper roof.