Skirted Heifer serves grass-fed beef burgers from local Music Meadows Ranch in a tiny downtown spot that feels more like a gourmet burger lab than a casual grill.
The signature “skirted” burgers feature an extra layer of cheddar cheese melted around the edges like a lacy skirt a technique that turns every patty into Instagram gold.
It’s the kind of place where you and one Classic Skirted Heifer understand why Guy Fieri put it on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
How they won locals’ hearts
Skirted Heifer opened in 2011 with a simple idea: build your own grass-fed burgers using beef from Colorado’s Music Meadows Ranch, no antibiotics, no hormones, just pure pasture-raised quality.
The “skirted” technique, extra cheddar melted around the burger’s perimeter, became their signature, earning Guy Fieri’s attention and making the Classic Skirted Heifer a must-order for visitors.
Reviewers call the cheese skirt “scrumptious” and “pure deliciousness,” praising how it creates perfect texture contrast with the juicy patty and garlic focaccia bun.
House-made condiments, sauces, and pickles, plus toppings like roasted garlic, steak sauce, and Pueblo chilies, let diners customize without gimmicks.
Belgian fries and sweet potato fries round out plates that Yelp elites rate as “one of my favorite burgers in Colorado Springs” despite the $20 price tag.
Food Highlights
- Classic Skirted Heifer: Grass-fed beef skirted with cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, and Heifer sauce on garlic focaccia, the signature that started it all. 🧀
- The Hangover: Fried egg, applewood bacon, cream cheese, and Bloody Mary sauce. Guy Fieri’s pick is “a must-try” for breakfast burger fans. 🥚
- Pueblo Farmer: Pueblo chilies, pepper jack, and house guacamole, a Southwestern build that reviewers rave about by name. 🌶️
- B and B: Blackened Cajun patty, applewood bacon, and blue cheese on garlic focaccia, bold flavors for spice lovers. 🥓
- Veg Out: Quinoa veggie burger with grilled mushrooms, caramelized onions, tomato, and avocado on whole wheat, a meat-free option that holds its own. 🥬
- Belgian Fries: Freshly cut and seasoned, the side that pairs perfectly with the cheese skirts and house sodas. 🍟
Atmosphere
Skirted Heifer feels like a small gourmet burger counter with limited indoor seating and a focus on quality over quantity.
The space stays clean and efficient, with staff who move fast during lunch rushes but still make time to explain the skirted technique to first-timers.
Sidewalk vibes and quick service make it ideal for downtown lunch grabs or pre‑event dinners.
Bottom Line
Skirted Heifer turns local grass-fed beef into crispy‑cheesed masterpieces on garlic focaccia buns.
The Classic Skirted Heifer, Hangover Burger, and Pueblo Farmer make downtown Colorado Springs a burger pilgrimage worth planning.
Address:
Skirted Heifer
204 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
📞 (719) 635‑3276
🕔 Sun-Tue & Thu: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Wed: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM | Fri -Sat : 11:00 AM – 10: 00 PM