Shannon's Guidebook to Downtown Monument
Food scene
Coffee Cup Cafe
251 Front StWithin walking distance!
Papa Bear can get busy, especially on the weekends, I would place your order early, if you can. I even recommend as early as 2pm. They are take-out only. Within walking distance!
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Papa Bear Pizza
243 Washington StPapa Bear can get busy, especially on the weekends, I would place your order early, if you can. I even recommend as early as 2pm. They are take-out only. Within walking distance!
Lolly’s is perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth. They also have coffee! If you have time, eat your ice cream in the backyard and play a round of Corn Hole or Connect 4! Within walking distance!
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Lolley's Ice Cream
175 2nd StLolly’s is perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth. They also have coffee! If you have time, eat your ice cream in the backyard and play a round of Corn Hole or Connect 4! Within walking distance!
Arlene's Beans
366 2nd StreetTheir Burritos are delicious!
Best Mexican food in Monument! They can get pretty busy around dinner time! If there is a long wait, you can always place an order to go.
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Jarrito Loco
315 CO-105Best Mexican food in Monument! They can get pretty busy around dinner time! If there is a long wait, you can always place an order to go.
Rosie's Diner
411 CO-105Classic diner food and a fun atmosphere
When the weather is nice sit on the patio! Within walking distance!
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Black Forest Foods Cafe & Deli
140 2nd StWhen the weather is nice sit on the patio! Within walking distance!
Perfect if you are wanting something a little more upscale. Within walking distance!
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The Bistro on 2nd
65 2nd StPerfect if you are wanting something a little more upscale. Within walking distance!
Great selection of beers, location and atmosphere! Go on a warm evening so you can enjoy the outside dining area. Within walking distance from your Airbnb
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Trails End Taproom
2925 W Colorado AveGreat selection of beers, location and atmosphere! Go on a warm evening so you can enjoy the outside dining area. Within walking distance from your Airbnb
Fun local atmosphere. They do trivia on Tuesday nights and have other fun events listed on their website. Great selection of beers.
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Pikes Peak Brewing Company
1756 Lake Woodmoor DrFun local atmosphere. They do trivia on Tuesday nights and have other fun events listed on their website. Great selection of beers.
The donuts are huge but so good. Get there early because they do sell out of some flavors!
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Horseshoe Donuts
The donuts are huge but so good. Get there early because they do sell out of some flavors!
If you love a unique atmosphere and moonshine, this place is for you!
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3 Hundred Days Distilling
279 Beacon Lite RoadIf you love a unique atmosphere and moonshine, this place is for you!
Fun atmosphere, within walking distance!
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La Casa Fiesta New Mexican Restaurant
230 Front StFun atmosphere, within walking distance!
This is more of a bar with drinks and snacks than a restaurant. But it’s a great place to stop if you want to just grab a drink and have a small bite to eat
Local Landing
This is more of a bar with drinks and snacks than a restaurant. But it’s a great place to stop if you want to just grab a drink and have a small bite to eat
MyHouse Cafe
Newer to Monument but getting great reviews. They have a little of everything.
Pho Brothers II
562 CO-105Perfect on a cold day/night
Tequila Village Mexican Cuisine Monument
Fun atmosphere. Their Birria tacos are pretty darn good!
Perfect if you are looking for a local sports bar. I highly recommend the Philly Cheesesteak Waffle Fries!
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Back East Bar and Grill Monument
1455 Cipriani LoopPerfect if you are looking for a local sports bar. I highly recommend the Philly Cheesesteak Waffle Fries!
Fun atmosphere! Grab a cocktail (they specialize in Whiskey) or a local beer and play some Pinball! While not a full restaurant, they do have pizzas and appetizers. This located right next to Lee’s Spirits which is a Gin Distillery and tasting room. If you like gin, I recommend the strawberry ginger-gin!
Colorado Pinball Pub
Fun atmosphere! Grab a cocktail (they specialize in Whiskey) or a local beer and play some Pinball! While not a full restaurant, they do have pizzas and appetizers. This located right next to Lee’s Spirits which is a Gin Distillery and tasting room. If you like gin, I recommend the strawberry ginger-gin!
Sightseeing
Monument Lake
Mount Herman Trail is a 2.1 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Monument, Colorado that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and mountain biking and is best used from June until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
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Mt Herman Trailhead
Mount Herman Trail is a 2.1 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Monument, Colorado that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and mountain biking and is best used from June until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Palmer Lake Reservoir to Winding Stairs is a 8.4 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Palmer Lake, Colorado that features a lake and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, and backpacking and is best used from May until October.
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Palmer Lake Reservoir Trailhead
Old Carriage RoadPalmer Lake Reservoir to Winding Stairs is a 8.4 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Palmer Lake, Colorado that features a lake and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, and backpacking and is best used from May until October.
This trail has beautiful views of the Rocky Mountains and is good for all skill sets. People usually bike or hike the trail. Dogs and horses are allowed. You can take the trail from the Town of Monument to the town of Palmer Lake
New Santa Fe Regional Trail
New Santa Fe Regional TrailThis trail has beautiful views of the Rocky Mountains and is good for all skill sets. People usually bike or hike the trail. Dogs and horses are allowed. You can take the trail from the Town of Monument to the town of Palmer Lake
Neighborhoods
Quaint little town, with great spots to eat. Rent some Paddle Boards and hit the little lake or simply, grab a coffee from Speed Trap and walk around the lake.
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Palmer Lake
Quaint little town, with great spots to eat. Rent some Paddle Boards and hit the little lake or simply, grab a coffee from Speed Trap and walk around the lake.
Art galleries, quaint shops and great food. Old Colorado City is perfect for travelers who want an afternoon to just mosey around and enjoy the scenery!
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Old Colorado City
Art galleries, quaint shops and great food. Old Colorado City is perfect for travelers who want an afternoon to just mosey around and enjoy the scenery!
Manitou is an artist playground, it’s quirky and fun with a little bit of history thrown into the mix. Mosey around the shops, visit the penny arcade or walk around and observe the many murals and statues. There is always something happening in Manitou. Oh don’t forget about the food!
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Manitou Springs
Manitou is an artist playground, it’s quirky and fun with a little bit of history thrown into the mix. Mosey around the shops, visit the penny arcade or walk around and observe the many murals and statues. There is always something happening in Manitou. Oh don’t forget about the food!
Downtown Colorado Springs is perfect for anyone looking for a great food/bar scene.. sprinkle in some local shops and you have a great place to spend an afternoon or evening!
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Downtown
Downtown Colorado Springs is perfect for anyone looking for a great food/bar scene.. sprinkle in some local shops and you have a great place to spend an afternoon or evening!
Coffee + Tea
Serranos Coffee Company
625 CO-105Delicious coffee
If you like tea, order the Paris Fog with Oat Milk!
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Wesley Owens Coffee & Cafe
1744 Lake Woodmoor DrIf you like tea, order the Paris Fog with Oat Milk!
Best coffee in Monument/ Colorado Springs. They also have awesome crepes!
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Speedtrap
84-2 CO-105Best coffee in Monument/ Colorado Springs. They also have awesome crepes!
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Don’t miss the Saturday Farmer’s Market in the Summertime!
Monument is a small town and a lot of businesses are family owned, make sure to check ahead for hours of operation!
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Music In The Park on Wednesday nights
During the summer months Limbach Park host music in the park (within walking distance from the Airbnb) there are live bands, food trucks and more! Perfect for families.