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Crystal Park Cantina

178 Crystal Park, Manitou Springs, CO 80829
(719) 685-5999
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Cuisines: Mexican
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations
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Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations
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Woodland Park, Colorado
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51 reviews 51 reviews
34 restaurant reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

WOW! This restaurant is FANTASTIC! I have been hearing such wonderful things, so I was excited to experience it for myself! I was in love at first bite! The atmosphere is lovely, the restrooms are immaculate and the patio is a great place to soak up some Colorado sun. The menu is unique and there is something for every palate.... More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

We have eaten there a few times and each time we are impressed by their food and service. The owners are always on hand and strive to take special care of their patrons. Their margaritas are unusual and delicious (and large) and the food has been handed down by the wife's mother, from family recipes. Their chips and salsa are... More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

We made reservations for a Friday evening, and were seated immediately. That is about the best thing that happened on our visit. The service was adequate, however, the food took a long time and when it arrived, one of the entrees was missing. Another 5 minute wait brought the food, minus the guacamole mentioned on the menu. Another few minutes... More

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Pratt, KS
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

This was a great find for us. We ate early because we had kids, but the food was plentiful and delicious and the kids menu was great. I had a sangria margarita that was superb!

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

It appeared that there were 3 large groups in the restaurant that night; it was overall busy! Crystal Park Cantina doesn't take reservations for parties under 6, so I was glad we showed up early because they filled up soon after. The young hostess appeared distracted when we arrived and she asked us to wait a minute as she answered... More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

I had lost my love of mexican flavors until I went to Crystal Park Cantina... although not exactly authentic, I LOVE the flavors they are cooking up here. Just the other day I took my mom and a family friend, they both had the Cantina Burger... it was DELICIOUS... they both absolutely loved it. I usually stick with my chicken... More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

After devouring our delicious lunch, we decided to splurge and get some dessert. For the first time after visiting Crystal Park numerous times, our table made the decision to try the sopapillas. Everything we had a lunch was fantastic and we thought the sopapillas would be decent ending to our meal as we polished off our margaritas. Within a few... More

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Colorado
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

I really wanted to love the Cantina Burger based on a newspaper review I'd read, but it really fell short. The slaw on the burger was practically non-existent, as well as, were the grilled onions. The other meal ordered was the Chile Relleno with the green chile, but again the green chile was very sparse. There was a teaspoon of... More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

We ate here on a busy Saturday night. The service was a little slow, but considering how packed the restaurant was that wasn't a big deal. The food was good and the atmosphere was nice. I'd definitely recommend reservations especially if you're planning to go on a weekend or have a large group.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

I posted a review awhile back and since then we have eaten at the Cantina several times. The food is still great. It's fresh and flavorful, however, we are now consistently finding that the service is slow. We almost always have to go up to the bar to ask for a second drink and even then the bartender doesn't acknowledge... More

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