Briarhurst Manor

3.1

1307 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

Just minutes West of downtown Colorado Springs, Historic Briarhurst Manor is in the tiny valley of Manitou Springs. The stately Victorian Manor home was built in 1872 by the founder of Manitou Springs, Dr. William Bell of London, England. Our restaurant offers casual yet elegant dining in nine intimate rooms, an extensive menu and wine list complete with the option of five course dinners, featuring domestic and game meats, fresh seafood, house made pastas, poultry, specialty salads, vegetarian, and handcrafted desserts. The finely grained pink sandstone Tudor Manor displays the architecture and landscaping of an English country house complete with Fountain Creek passing through the estate. There is outdoor seating with an unrivaled view of Pike's Peak in the warmer months. All year long one can dine while observing deer visiting our lawns and gardens. Step back in time and relax while enjoying a Filet Mignon or one of our many of our other mouthwatering dishes. Bon Appétit

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Wild Game, Continental
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(719) 685-1864
Website
http://www.briarhurstdining.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Rob Rowland
Catering
Full service on site catering from extensive & diverse preplanned menus or customized to your individual needs & desires. Please call for information & quotes for your event.
Private party facilities
Planning a Wedding, Anniversary Party, Hail & Farewell, Prom, Birthday Party or a Company Party? Come tour the venue to see our beautiful private rooms of all sizes. We'll guide you through event planning making your event a success using one of a variety of banquet options. Choose one or all of nine intimate dining and meeting rooms.

Location
404 Manitou Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO 80829
Area
Colorado Springs
Cross Street
Mayfair Avenue
Parking details
Two acres of on site free parking with room for hundreds of cars. Abundant Street parking also available.
Public transit
City bus stops on Manitou Avenue close to our location.
Entertainment
Parties are welcome to hire musicians, bands or DJ's for their events. We can provide local referrals.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Briarhurst House Salad US$10.00
Mixed Wild Greens, Pickled Seasonal Vegetables, Cucumber, Feta Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, & Shaved Carrots
Grilled Palisade Peach SaladUS$16.00
Mixed Greens, Arugula, Passion Fruit, Granola, Shaved Red Onion, Cotija Cheese & Smoked Honey Jalapeno Vinaigrette
- Add Blackened Chicken US$8.00
Caesar SaladUS$10.00
House Crouton Romaine & Parmesan Cheese Tossed With Caesar Dressing
- Add Chicken US$6.00
PEI Mussels US$21.00
Grilled Focaccia Lemon, Thyme & White Wine Butter
Tomato BasilUS$10.00
Lobster Bisque US$14.00

Entrées

Pan Seared Denver Steak US$39.00
May Poy Brussel Sprouts, Caramelized Vidalia Onion, Compound Butter & Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
Low Country Pan Fried Chicken US$32.00
Organic Free Range Chicken Breast Deep Fried, Garlic-Herb Whipped Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables & Brown Pan Gravy
Elk Tenderloin & Grilled ShrimpUS$67.00
Sweet Potato Puree, Root Vegetable Hash, Grilled Asparagus & Pancetta Demi-Glace’
Fennel & Onion Stuffed Colorado Trout US$39.00
Spanish Rice, Housemade Tomatillo- Salsa Verde, Seasonal Vegetables
Bone In Ribeye US$59.00
Locally Sourced Grass Fed Corn Finished Beef, Melted Leek, Lima Bean & Field Pea Succotash With Fresh Herb Compound Butter
- Split For TwoUS$62.00
Scallop Asparagus Risotto US$36.00
Pan Seared Jumbo Sea Scallops, Parmesan With Brown Butter Pan Sauce
Wild Boar, Bison & Elk Burger US$29.00
Aged Cheddar, Peppered Bacon, Heirloom Tomato, Shredded Romaine, Red Onion & BBQ Aioli
Filet Mignon US$62.00
8oz Prime Beef Filet With Seasonal Vegetables & Roasted Garlic Whipped Mashed Potatoes, With Shallot Demi-Glace

Desserts 10

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We are no longer accepting Synergy Restaurant Cards.

Consuming raw or under cooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness. A 20% Service Charge will be added to parties of 6 or more guests. Menu is subject to change without notice. Please let your server know of any food allergies or dietary restrictions.

Cocktails

Watermelon MojitoUS$14.00
Silver Rum, Watermelon Simple Syrup, Lime Juice, Fresh Mint, & Fresh Watermelon
Spicy Pineapple Margarita US$15.00
Corazon Silver, Orange Liqueur, Lime Juice, Pineapple Juice, Fresh Pineapple, Jalapeno & Tajine Rim
Summertime Old Fashion US$15.00
Bourbon, Bitters & Peach Simple Syrup With An Orange Twist, Peach & Luxardo Cherry
The Bee’s Knees US$13.00
Gin, Fresh Lemon Juice, & Honey Simple Syrup With Lemon
Boozy Lavender LemonadeUS$12.00
Vodka, Lavender Simple Syrup, & Lemonade With Lemon

Mocktails

Flavored Lemonade Or Iced Tea US$6.00
Strawberry, Raspberry, Blueberry, Mango, Blackberry, Coconut, Watermelon Or Peach
Cranberry Spritzer US$6.00
Cranberry Juice, Simple Syrup & Soda Water Garnished With Mint & Orange

Reds

Bogle Red Zinfandel
- -US$10.00
- -US$44.00
La Vendimia Rioja
- -US$12.00
- -US$42.00
Robert Talbot Pinot Noir
- -US$16.00
- -US$59.00
La Linda Malbec
- -US$10.00
- -US$42.00
Sterling Cabernet
- 1US$11.00
- 1US$42.00
Sterling Merlot
- -US$11.00
- -US$43.00
Meiomi Pinot Noir
- -US$14.00
- -US$45.00

Whites

Beringer White Zinfandel
- -US$7.00
- -US$24.00
Hogue Riesling
- -US$8.00
- -US$34.00
Columbia Crest Chardonnay
- -US$9.00
- -US$36.00
San Angelo Pinot Grigio
- -US$13.00
- -US$48.00
Korbel Brut Champagne
- -US$10.00
- -US$45.00
Cupcake Moscato
- -US$10.00
- -US$39.00

Beers

Bristol Laughing Lab US$7.00
Bristol Beehive US$7.00
Bristol IPA
Bud Light US$6.00
Budweiser US$6.00
Coors US$6.00
Coors Light US$6.00
Corona US$7.00
Fat Tire US$7.00
Guinness US$7.00
HeinekenUS$6.00
Blue MoonUS$7.00
O’ Doel’s N/A US$6.00
Samuel Adams US$7.00
Strongbow Cider US$7.00

What 1,307 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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3.1

3.1 based on recent ratings

3.3Food
3.3Service
3.6Ambience
2.8Value

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Review summary

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Briarhurst Manor offers a "great dining experience" with "amazing" food and "superb" service, particularly praised for its lobster bisque and historical charm. While some guests highlight the "outstanding" service by Joshua, others note that the property needs updating and the wine list requires improvement. Ideal for special occasions.

1,307 Reviews

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Felipe
Denver
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
My wife and I made reservations to celebrate our wedding anniversary and would like to share to all that are considering the Briarhurst Manor, this place should no longer be in the business of selling food or offering service. We made the mistake relying on the glory days when this restaurant was top notch. However this is absolutely not the case anymore. There was no music, no people eating (Friday night), absolutely poor service, and food from the wrinkled paper menu was an absolute disappointment (not to mention undercooked, served and presented in a manner of what I could only describe as depressing). After what seemed an excessive period of time for dinner to be served, our dinner arrived. Upon arrival, no one bothered to come back and check on us. The food was undercooked and in poor presentation to say the least. My wife and I went looking for the server to ask for the check and were greeted with snippy comments and got questioned on our decision to depart. We did not wish to make a scene and payed for the food that remained intact at the table. Note: when the staff learned that the food was in the condition stated above, they gave multiple excuses as to why the experience and food received was in such poor condition in an “it is what it is” manner. On our way out, it was difficult not to warn the poor couple dressed so beautifully waiting to be seated. It is our hope that this unlucky and poor investment of time and money at the present version of the Briarhurst Manor can persuade others to not risk your precious occasion and look elsewhere for the experience. We also hope that this precious mansion can fall into the hands of people than can be better custodians of such a magnificent historical property. It’s a shame to see it rot.
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Cheryl
Western KY
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The menu only ahead 4 or 5 options. Was not at all what was on the web sight. Also there was supposed to be an option for a 5 course meal which the said stopped that night. We were the only people in the restaurant and when we were ready to leave I had to go find someone so we could pay. We used to love this restaurant and we were celebrating our wedding anniversary. So disappointing. They did give us a discount for our anniversary. We won’t return.
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Ed
Denver
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on 29 September 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Poor service. Two hours to get dinner not including dessert. And there were only 5 diners in the restaurant. Food was mediocre at best except for the lobster bisque
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on 21 September 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Awful experience!!! I booked for our one year anniversary and our "special" dinner was ruined. We paid $126.00 for food you would buy at a fast food restaurant. Save your $$$.
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Gary
Denver
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on 9 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We are frequent guests at Briarhurst Manor. The meal was one of the best we have had there. The Denver Steak and Scallop & Asparagus Risotto were excellent! The server was attentive and gracious. Highly recommend for a special nice dinner.
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Pamela
Denver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 30 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything about our dinner was outstanding. The lobster bisque was wonderful with chunks of lobster throughout. The country fried chicken and wild game burger were equally good. We were not rushed at all and our waiter Joshua was great. Interesting and entertaining without being intrusive. We eat out often and although not inexpensive the cost was reasonable for what we received. Have paid much more in other restaurants for a lot less. Highly recommend!
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KEITH
Denver
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on 24 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dinner and service by Joshua! What a beautiful mansion and history!
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Pamela
Denver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 17 August 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was wonderful, Joshua. Our server was attentive, and friend friendly. Great experience:)
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 22 July 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We have gone to the Briarhurst many times in past years but moved away several years ago. We were in town for a visit and decided to take our friends out for a nice dinner and decided on the Briarhurst. The food was good but pricey for what we got. Service was mediocre, slow and not as professional as in years past. The manor was as beautiful as we remembered, but the grounds were terrible! The yard needs weeding, mowing and a good manicure; the flowers looked sad and the weeds were growing over the sidewalk. We hate that the Briarhurst is being neglected. We have fond memories of our past visits; our latest visit will be memorable but not in a good way....
Briarhurst ManorResponded on 24 July 2024
We are so sorry to hear this. Please contact us directly at 719 685-1864 #113 so we can figure out who your server was & what the delay was. Also this server seems to need more training as they should have addressed the delay and done something to make up for the wait. There was rain for several evenings this past weekend so the lawn has been newly mowed .
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OpenTable Diner
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Josh was outstanding, meeting all of our needs and exceeding our expectations. Great dining experience!
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FAQs

Briarhurst Manor offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (719) 685-1864.

Briarhurst Manor is rated 3.1 stars by 1307 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

404 Manitou Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO 80829

Additional information

Cross Street
Mayfair Avenue
Area
Colorado Springs
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Wild Game, Continental
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Two acres of on site free parking with room for hundreds of cars. Abundant Street parking also available.
Public transit
City bus stops on Manitou Avenue close to our location.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Rob Rowland
Entertainment
Parties are welcome to hire musicians, bands or DJ's for their events. We can provide local referrals.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://www.briarhurstdining.com/
Phone number
(719) 685-1864
Catering
Full service on site catering from extensive & diverse preplanned menus or customized to your individual needs & desires. Please call for information & quotes for your event.
Private party facilities
Planning a Wedding, Anniversary Party, Hail & Farewell, Prom, Birthday Party or a Company Party? Come tour the venue to see our beautiful private rooms of all sizes. We'll guide you through event planning making your event a success using one of a variety of banquet options. Choose one or all of nine intimate dining and meeting rooms.

Briarhurst Manor

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information