Colorado Springs Restaurants Earn Michelin Recognition and HOSPY Award Nominations

Colorado Springs Pueblo, CO, September 30, 2026 — Colorado Springs’ culinary scene is gaining national attention with recent distinctions from the prestigious Michelin Guide and nominations for the local HOSPY Awards. This marks a significant moment for the city’s restaurants as they receive recognition on both a national and state level.

The Michelin Guide has included Colorado Springs in its selections for the first time. Among the honorees is Joseph Freyre of The Penrose Room, who received the Michelin Outstanding Service Award. Additionally, The Penrose Room itself, along with another local establishment, Four by Brother Luck, have been designated as Michelin Recommended.

Following this notable recognition from the Michelin Guide, several Colorado Springs restaurants and industry professionals are also contenders for the upcoming Colorado Restaurant Association and Foundation’s HOSPY Awards. Public voting is currently underway for various categories within the HOSPY Awards.

Key award categories that are open for public voting include Restaurant of the Year and Operator of the Year. These local accolades further highlight the caliber of talent and dedication present within the Colorado Springs restaurant community.

The specific dates for the HOSPY Awards ceremony were not provided in the available information. Further details regarding the nominees and voting process can be found through the Colorado Restaurant Association and Foundation.

Story summarized from the original created by Teresa Farney on gazette.com, see more information here.

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