One of the most exciting things to happen in Colorado in a while is the fact that our great state has recently been chosen by The Michelin Guide as a noteworthy dining destination. It's only the sixth location in the United States to be noticed by The Michelin Guide along with New York, Washington DC, Chicago, California, and Florida. This is a huge deal for foodies who live in Colorado as well as for visitors from other states. The first five restaurants to earn Michelin Stars in Colorado were announced just last week, and there certainly will be more to come. Further, some other restaurants in Colorado didn't receive stars, but also received nods from the Michelin inspectors - and they're worth checking out, too! Read on to learn about these Michelin Star restaurants in Colorado and more.

1. Brutø - Denver

Brutø is inside Free Market in Denver's Dairy Block. It's one of two restaurants in the Id Est hospitality group to earn a star.

The food at Brutø is Mexican-inspired and is seasonally and locally focused. Chef Michael Diaz de Leon impressed the Michelin inspectors enough to earn the restaurant one star.

2. Beckon - Denver

Beckon is the other restaurant in the Id Est hospitality group to earn one star from the Michelin Guide.

Chef Duncan Holmes is known for his small plate tasting menus, and meals at Beckon are prix-fixe and pre-paid. You can watch the chef's team at work from the 18-seat counter that overlooks the kitchen.

3. Bosq - Aspen

Bosq in Aspen is surprisingly the only restaurant in a Colorado ski resort town to earn a star so far.

This restaurant is known for dishes focused on foraging, fermenting, and local sourcing. Chef Barclay Dodge is creative and innovative.

4. Frasca Food & Wine - Boulder

Frasca Food & Wine has long been known as one of the best Italian restaurants in the state, so it was no big surprise that it got a nod from the Michelin Guide.

Chef Ian Palazzola focuses on cuisine from the Friuli Venezia Giulia region of northeastern Italy, and everything he creates is incredible.

5. The Wolf's Tailor - Denver

The Wolf's Tailor is a small restaurant in Denver's Sunnyside neighborhood.

Chef Taylor Stark creates dishes that are just as beautiful as they are tasty. The precision in his creations impressed the Michelin inspectors and won The Wolf's Tailor one star.

6. Plus, Nine Colorado Restaurants Awarded Bib Gourmand Awards

In addition to the five restaurants that earned stars, the Michelin Guide also recognized nine restaurants with Bib Gourmand Awards. These awards go to notable restaurants that are also affordable, which is great for foodies on a budget. The winners of this award were AJ's Pit Bar-B-Q in Denver, Ash'Kara in Denver, Basta in Boulder, The Ginger Pig in Denver, Glo Noodle House in Denver, Hop Alley in Denver, La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal in Denver, Mister Oso in Denver, and Tavernetta in Denver.

7. Plus, Four Colorado Restaurants Awarded Michelin Green Stars

Further, Michelin inspectors awarded Michelin Green Stars to four restaurants. These awards go to restaurants that are focused on sustainability and that are environmentally friendly. The four that received Green Stars are Blackbelly Market in Boulder, Bramble & Hare in Boulder, Brutø in Denver, and The Wolf's Tailor in Denver.

If you like good food and have thus far overlooked the restaurants mentioned above, it's time to make some reservations to give them a try! You might have a hard time getting into the restaurants that won stars, but give it a shot. The Bib Gourmand Awarded restaurants are certainly worth visiting as well, and they may be easier to access - and afford. We're so lucky to live in a state that the Michelin Guide finds noteworthy. I can't wait to try all of these places out!

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