This Upscale Restaurant In A Former Colorado Church Offers An Unforgettable Dining Experience

Scileppi's at The Old Stone Church in Castle Rock, Colorado, offers a unique dining experience inside a historic 1888 church building.

Colorado is home to some breathtaking churches and downright delicious restaurants, but have you ever wondered what would happen if you combined the two? (Even if the answer is no, pretend you do for the sake of my feelings and this article.) If so, you will want to visit this upscale family-run church restaurant in Colorado. Don't just take my word for it. Read on about one of the most unique restaurants in Colorado.

Welcome to Scileppi's at The Old Stone Church in Colorado!

Located in Castle Rock, the aptly named Scileppi's is, indeed, located inside an old stone church that was built in 1888.

How did Scileppi's restaurant come to inhabit this historical masterpiece? When St. Francis of Assisi parish - which built and used the church - moved to a more prominent location in 1966, the building sat abandoned before receiving a second chance as a restaurant in 1975.

When you visit this restaurant in an old church, you will find much of the structure's original character, including the layout, stained glass windows, and wooden pews!

While the history and ambiance are reason enough to visit this church restaurant in Colorado, the food and drinks at Scileppi's also cannot be missed, beginning with charcuterie boards, salad, and other classic starters.

As it is an Italian restaurant, Scileppi's has all of your favorite homemade dishes, including Gnocchi Al Fresco, Chicken Parmigiana, Lobster Ravioli, and Spaghetti and Meatballs. Hence, the food and the setting are some of the many reasons this is one of the most unique restaurants in Colorado.

Of course, you'll want to save room for dessert - you will thank us later!

Scileppi's at The Old Stone Church in Colorado is open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

If you're ready for a memorable dining experience, visit Scileppi's at The Old Stone Church in Colorado to learn more about their menu and to make a reservation. We also recommend looking at Tripadvisor to learn more about one of the most historical and unique restaurants in Colorado.

To discover even more of our favorite historical places around the Centennial State, we also suggest checking out these historical landmarks in Colorado.

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