Experience the Romance at The Mona Lisa Fondue Restaurant. Named Colorado Springs most romantic restaurant 10 times by the CS Gazette and Independent News Papers, the Mona Lisa is locals favorite spot for special occasions. Enjoy a leisurely romantic evening of delectable entrees in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Dip an array of fresh breads, fruits and vegetables into smooth melted cheese. Grill right at your table flavorful chicken, beef or seafood with a wide variety of dipping sauces. Afterwards, enjoy a rich and creamy chocolate fondue dessert with strawberries, bananas and much more! Pamper yourself with a wonderful experience at the Mona Lisa. Now open for lunch and Dinner.
"Used a coupon from LivingSocial and was very pleased with our experience. Wine and food was delicious. Only wish I would have saved room for the dessert fondue!"
Dined on 6/10/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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"The layout of the Mona Lisa helped the restaurant feel much more intimate than I expected it to be. The second floor dining was pleasant for anyone who likes the sounds of the city while they eat. The servers were mostly knowledgeable about the menus aside from a few mistakes on the types of sauces and the number of items that came on each dish. The food was excellent; the duck was particularly good."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 4 for Mona Lisa Fondue Restaurant
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(Very Good)4/5
Romantic
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Dined on 6/04/2013
Food
(Very Good)4/5
Service
(Good)3/5
Ambiance
(Very Good)4/5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This fondue restaurant is a very romantic place for a date. The ambiance is wonderful. the only negative thing is i wish the helpings were a little larger for the price paid."
Dined on 6/04/2013
Special Features: romantic, notable wine list
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"Went there for our anniversary, really enjoyed it. The place had a great atmosphere good food, not great food. Total was 150 bucks after tip. Wanted to try the wine cellar, but after the dinner bill and $10 glasses of wine we decided not too. It was a nice place for special occasions but not more than that."
Dined on 6/02/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"The food, the service, and the ambience were just amazing! There were four of us and the hardest part was choosing our cheese and chocolate options. We wanted them all!!! The ones we picked were awesome. Definitely, we will go back!"
Dined on 5/28/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"Staff was excellent. Food just OK. A bit pricey for what you get. Dessert was the best course without question. Neat place and something you should try. Would probably go back but not for a while."
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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"My husband and I decided to come here for a romantic dinner, as it was our first night out since our daughter was born. We thought the building was beautiful and loved the ambience. The food was good, but I do feel like it was too expensive for what you got. The table was very small, and there was barely enough room for the fondue and our plates. I guess the price is mostly for the "experience", but I would rather go to a different restaurant and pay 1/3 the price and not have to cook my own food. It was a nice dinner that I think was worth it to experience once, but probably not something we would do again."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"My husband and I went to celebrate our 13th anniversary. We had never been here before. It was a wonderful night and the food and staff were very good. I will definately be looking to go back again."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"The dinner was awesome. Molly was very attending and provided great service for our special evening. The wine list was good and the Fondue for two rounded out a great day."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"One of my new favorite places to eat. The experience was excellent in every aspect. I would highly recommend this eating establishment. Keep up the awesome work, Mona Lisa!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"This was my second experience at Mona Lisa. I've enjoyed everything about my visits except one thing; I get extremely bloated after eating. I am not sure what it is (possibly the cheese?) that causes this but it happens to my wife as well."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"The food was plentiful! Maybe even a little too much! We struggled getting through the chocolate fondue, which was a shame, because it was so delicious!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"We go to the Mona Lisa every year for our anniversary and this year was particularly great. We were seated at a table in a section called "love d's lane", it was so quiet and private. We also had Christine for a server and she was by far the most excellent and attentive server we have experienced at any restaurant. The Mona Lisa is our favorite special occasion spot and we recommend it to all of our friends and family!"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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"As usual, the Mona Lisa made our anniversary special for the fourth time. We made the unfortunate mistake of trying the Melting Pot for one of our anniversaries, but they didn't hold a candle to the unique, romantic dining experience of the Mona Lisa. There isn't a bad choice to be made, so far be it for me to make any specific recommendations. I've heard people complain that fondue isn't filling - pish tosh! That said, we ordered the seafood main course for the first time this year, and I was surprised to see a single lobster tail for the two of us, especially for the premium price. I wonder if I'd get a half-tail were I dining alone? This is THE place to get fondue in Colorado."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"We have been to other fondue restaurants found them loud and missing the romantic ambiance. The separate rooms in Mona Lisa ensure quiet intimate dining. Our server was wonderful she was bubbly and fun. She explained the options we had and thru out the dinner explained what she was doing and serving. The food was delicious and filling. If we had favorites our server would bring extra. You are totally spoiled when you go here. They even accomodated us when we came early for our reservation."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"This was our first time at Mona Lisa. The food was excellent. The service was outstanding. It is a very quaint, romantic place. It is a bit pricey but I would recommend it for that special occasion."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Pricey but you get a lot for your $$. We had a super server, Kate, who went out of her way to make our evening enjoyable. Food was plentiful, came out in a timely fashion. Fondue is high-maintenance but Kate explained everything very patiently so we understood the options and how it all worked. Great for groups for sharing. Food kind of basic but very fresh and adequate portions. Sort of old-school ambiance. A good pick for a splurge out in Manitou Spgs (where not too many great restaurant options)."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"We took a party of 7 for a birthday celebration, had a private room and great service. We will be going back again! So many selections but with a larger group you can get it all! Fabulous desserts!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"We always enjoy Mona Lisa and brought friends whe had never been there.....the next morning they called and thanked us for a wonderful meal and said they were revisiting all of hte wonderful food over morning coffee!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Mona Lisa is just what my husband and I needed after a long work week. Great view from the balcony, very comfortable, superb and fun service, excellent food (as always), and great wine. We appreciate the romantic atmosphere and not being bothered by little ones."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"Good and atmosphere was great. Service was lacking. Waitress couldn't answer any questions that deviated from the menu and she took 20 mins to bring the check back."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"Mona Lisa is excellent. You can have it your way, they are very accommodating. The service is absolute top of the line.
I did not like cooking my own meat, but I guess that is common at Fondue restaurants. The price is about 50-65 dollars a person, with drinks and tip extra for a full meal with fondue deserts. Fondue desserts are superb. Wine list is superb and comes with owner recommendations.
I did think it interesting that my date and I both ordered seafood and we split one lobster. I wondered if only one of us had ordered seafood would we have gotten half a lobster?
It's a great place. Nice intimate atmosphere."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"The salmon and shrimp were delicious, but the dark and milk chocolate fondues were simply outstanding. We had great service by Leo and truly had a great evening with our friends."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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"Unique experience, variety of food items, wonderful taste, historic antique atmosphere, great service, and a prime location in Manitou Springs. I'm a regular now."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"I took my daughter here for a special night out. We had an amazing experience and really enjoyed our time there. The food was delicious and it was a fun atmosphere. The server was amazing and really made our visit great!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
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"My first time there and I was expecting outstanding ambiance and food based upon reviews and the website but was disappointed with what I found. I made a reservation so expected a nicer table but was seated at a tiny table that could barely fit the food, fondue pot, and drinks. Sitting across a tiny table that was overloaded with everything did not foster a romantic atmosphere between me and my date. I know it's winter in Colorado but having a space heater next to the table was tacky-didn't heat anything either. The salad wasn't that great, the appetizer course was great, the main course wasn't that tasty, and the dessert was average. Nothing stood out in a positive way-I'd recommend this place to nobody for the price I paid."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
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"While we enjoyed or meal and had good service we found our meal to be less than anticipated. Our salads were mediocre, and our entree a little lacking in flavor. Our cooking grill was smoking by the time it was removed from our table. Our potatoes were well seasoned but completely cold by the time our cheese was melted. Our dessert course was wonderful as was our wine pairing choices during the meal. Overall a good experience but not sure we will return."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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"My husband and I were celebrating our 8th anniversary and wanted to do something we havent tried before so I looked online at the mona lisa fondue. The web site was helpful and looked romantic so I booked us a reservation. We showed up and were seated right away. The atmosphere was romantic. The waitress was very nice and helpful. The food was sooooo good. I did the wine pairing with the food. Each wine was paired with each course of the meal. We were very satisfied with the meal and service. At the end of the meal the waitress brought us a candle to blow out for our anniversary. We thought it was a nice thought."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"My wife and I have always enjoyed Mona Lisa, and were happy to encourage friends to join us, promising that their evening would be memorable. We were not disappointed. The food and service was excellent, and the server did everything necessary to keep us comfortable."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"I love the relaxed feel of this place - dark, small and cozy, perfect for a romantic evening. I definitely would return to try more fondue. Service was well-timed professional well informed and friendly. Nice selection of wines."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"This was our second time going to The Mona Lisa, and, just like the first time, it was a wonderful experience. We were celebrating a late Valentine's Day and I had requested a secluded table, so we were seated in "Lovers' Lane", a dimly lit, romantic alcove. We ordered the Four Course Fondue-for-two with the New World cheese, the Traditional entree, and the Flaming Turtle. We had the Old World Cheese last time and we found that we prefer that one, but the New World was still wonderful. When the entree came, our waiter, Roy, explained how long to cook each selection and what the flavors of dipping sauces were. He also suggested grilling the dill pickle spears, and we did just that. Dinner was amazing!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"I can at least say that I enjoyed the company. This was Valentines Day dinner for my husband and I. The waitress brought him the wrong drink, which she realized once he gave her a surprised look. Then she brought me the wrong salad, which I just went ahead and ate. She forgot to bring our food, after lighting the flame for the fondue. Another couple came in after us, and had a different waitress who was very attentive. Their service was pretty good. The food was alright. We have been to the Melting Pot in the past, and really enjoyed the atmosphere and the food. We will go back to the Melting Pot the next time we want to celebrate a special occasion at a fondue restaurant."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
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"We were at Mona Lisa to celebrate Valentines Day, and our friends 16th anniversary. The setting was beautiful, we had our own room. Our server Donovan was exceptional and very attentive to our needs. We had a great evening dining at Mona Lisa...Thank you"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"I'm sure many diners compare Mona Lisa to the Melting Pot, and I will do the same. The ambiance in the restaurant is fantastic--it's a wonderful setting in the perfect little town. The salad, cheese fondue, and dessert fondue were outstanding. My only regret was that main entree is served with an electric grill as opposed to in a fondue pot with a seasoned broth, a la the Melting Pot. Meats and fish seem to come out so much more flavorful in the broth, and just as importantly, if deep in conversation and your forget about the food, it won't overcook. The broth cooking method just seems superior."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"Such a fun experience at The Mona Lisa Fondue Resturant! It was very romantic with the lights turned down low and candle lights glowing everywhere. A perfect spot for a glass of wine and someone special. My husband thought for the price we paid we should not had to have grilled our own food but I thought that was all part of the experience!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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