Carlos Bistro Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Carlos Bistro, a delightful fusion of New American, Japanese, and seafood cuisine nestled in Colorado Springs. This culinary gem, located at 1025 S 21st St, offers a unique dining experience characterized by an inviting atmosphere and attentive service. The carefully curated menu showcases a variety of exquisite dishes, such as the luxurious Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras and the standout USDA Prime Filet Mignon Beef Tartar, each thoughtfully prepared to delight the palate.
Guests rave about the attention to detail, with standout options like lobster bisque and the flavorful shrimp creole. The owner, Carlo, creates a personable and welcoming environment, ensuring every visitor feels at home. Whether celebrating a special occasion or seeking a memorable meal, Carlos Bistro transcends typical dining, turning each visit into a culinary adventure that beckons you to return.
Appetizers
Prime Osetra Caviar*
Wild Baja Blue Abalone Steak*
Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras*
Fresh French Sautéed Truffle Mushrooms
USDA Prime Filet Mignon Beef Tartar*
Capers, pickles, red onion, parsley, egg yolk, oil, Dijon mustard, Tabasco sauce
Tuna Tartar*
Fried Mozzarella
Ravioli
Ratatouille Bruschetta
Shrimp Bruschetta*
Kobe Sausage*
Fresh Pan-Seared Chorizo*
Chicken Gizzards*
Chicken Wings*
Escargot*
Fried Calamari*
Fried Catfish Nuggets*
Fresh Fried Clams*
Fried Frog Legs*
Bistro
Veggies
Onion Rings
Fried Asparagus
Artichoke Buttons
Avocado Eggroll
Sweet Potato Fries
Hush Puppies
Soup du Jour
Soup du Jour
Seafood Cocktails
Crab Cocktail*
Ceviche*
Langostino Cocktail*
Merus King Crab Legs* (Seasonal)
Fresh Stone Crab Claws* (Seasonal)
Shrimp Cocktail*
Maine Lobster Tail*
Mussels and Clams*
Pork Belly*
Calamari Steak*
Scallop*
Octopus*
Crab Cake*
Soft Shell Crab Fritti*
Heat Wave
Nachos
Nachos
Chicken*
Chorizo*
Crawfish*
Red's Langostino Nachos*
Fresh Oysters on the Half Shell*
Fried Oysters*
Oysters Rockefeller
Oysters
Salads
Pan-Seared Lobster Salad*
Organic spring mix, candy pistachios, pine nuts, French goat cheese, pink sweet grapefruit, honey tarragon dressing
Pan-Seared Jumbo Sea Scallop and Shrimp Salad*
Served with a lemon zest vinaigrette
Insalata Caprese
Fresh mozzarella and Roma tomatoes with fresh basil, finished with a champagne balsamic drizzle
Crab Salad*
Fresh crabmeat tossed with Thousand Island dressing, mayonnaise, horseradish, and green apples
Avocado Fruit Salad
Served with a citrus vinaigrette
Spinach Salad*
Spinach, red onion, pine nuts, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms and bacon
Caesar Salad*
Romaine, croutons and fresh Romano cheese
Greek Feta
Mixed baby greens, artichoke hearts, pepperoncini, olives, red onion, cucumber and tomatoes
Wedge Salad
Fresh tomatoes, bacon, bleu cheese crumbles, red onion, bleu cheese dressing
Baby Mixed Greens
Roma tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, red bell pepper, cauliflower, purple cabbage
Kobe*
Wagyu Ribeye Cap*
Wagyu*
Burger*
Japanese
Seafood
Jumbo Sea Scallops*
Cioppino*
Shrimp Scampi*
Crawfish Meat Tails*
Paella*
Langostinos*
Fresh Wild Catch of the Day*
Seared USDA Prime - Filet Mignon*
Served with a black peppercorn brandy sauce and a chipotle white cheddar fondue
USDA Prime - Filet a la Oscar*
Topped with crab meat and a tarragon hollandaise sauce
Grilled USDA Prime - Filet Mignon Stroganoff*
Elk*
Filets
Poultry
Chicken a la Minute*
Chicken Carbonara*
Fresh peas, ham, and chicken in a garlic cream sauce
Curry Chicken Pasta*
Tossed with fresh broccoli, spinach, pine nuts in a garlic cream sauce
Fresh Duck Breast*
Tomahawk Buffalo Ribeye*
USDA Prime - Tomahawk Ribeye*
Served with green peppercorn brandy sauce
Tomahawk Veal Chop*
Colorado Lamb Chops*
Topped with a balsamic jus
Tomahawk Pork Chop*
Covered in apple brandy reduction
Quail*, Pheasant*, Lamb Chop* Combo
Chops
Veal
Veal Piccata*
Veal Saltimbocca*
Veal Schnitzel*
Veal Scallopine Marsala*
Sautéed Calves Liver*
Served with caramelized white onions and a balsamic jus
Boneless USDA Prime Ribeye*
USDA Prime Ribeye Peruvian Lomo Saltado*
Featured Items
Seafood Pasta
Lobster Fra Diavolo*
Sautéed shallot onions, garlic, thyme, red pepper flakes in brandy, tossed with fresh and paste tomatoes, olive oil, yellow onion and basil chiffonade
Fruit de Mer*
Calamari, shrimp, mussels, clams, and scallops in tomato sauce
Classic Calamari Pesto Genovese*
Braised with shallot onions, garlic, basil, spinach, pine nuts, olive oil, feta and Romano cheese
Seared Jumbo Sea Scallops*
Sautéed in garlic, finished with chipotle white cheddar cream sauce
Crab Alfredo*
Shrimp Creole*
Sautéed in shallot onions and garlic cream sauce with Creole mustard and Creole seasoning
Pomodoro Basilico
Cappellini tossed with fresh chopped tomatoes, olive oil and basil chiffonade