Best Spanish restaurant in Colorado Springs

Tapateria is a restaurant that serves classic tapas with a Colorado twist. It offers a 100% gluten-free menu of small bites meant to be shared in a group setting. The restaurant prides itself on preparing tapas both simple and elegant using the finest seasonal picks from local markets and unusual specialties from Spain, the Mediterranean, and Colorado's farms. The menu at Tapateria features a variety of shareable dishes, including bites and beverages that are meant to be ordered in rounds. The restaurant offers house-made sangria, which is never too sweet, and can be sold by the bottle or the glass. On Sangria Sunday, customers can enjoy $3 glasses of sangria. The restaurant also has a heated, covered patio that is dog-friendly and open for seating year-round, as long as the Colorado weather allows. Tapateria is a cozy and romantic spot that is perfect for date night or a girls' night out. The restaurant is located in the heart of Old Colorado City and offers an excellent wine list, with a focus on Spanish wines. The staff is attentive but not imposing, and the tapas selection is great, with exceptional food quality. This is a "must visit" in Colorado Springs, according to many reviewers.