William Sherman, executive chef and owner of Amuzé Bistro, assumed the management of our café in June. The restaurant is now called "Amuzé at the FAC" (pronounced AH-muz-ā) and is currently open for lunch on Tuesday-Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Call 719.477.4377 for reservations.
Amuzé means to "to hold the attention of (someone) pleasantly; entertain or divert in an enjoyable or cheerful manner.” Chef Sherman strives to do just that with every dish, each created using only the freshest, finest ingredients and organic products.
Undisputed best restaurant view — Colorado Springs Independent's 2009 InSider guide
Amuzé Accolades and Awards
The Gazette: "High end bistro boasts delectable meat and sauces bearing chef's flair. The precision and careful pairing of flavors is obvious in every dish. In the top 10 dinners I've ever had. Anywhere!"
- Gazette, Best of the Springs, 2010: Best Hidden Gem
“Located in an historical station agent's house on the Rio Grande Railway in Palmer Lake, this intimate, special-occasion bistro specializes in local ingredients prepared in classic French style. Then again, you can't go wrong with the diver scallops with lobster ravioli, either.” - Gazette, Dining Guide Winner 2009: "Easily the most charming, intimate fine dining in the region, with dishes that are hard to match."
- Gazette, Best of The Springs 2009: #1 Really, Really Small Bistro
The Independent: "(Amuzé) hits all the right notes with its masterfully crafted menu. The resulting composition could be called art before food."
- Best of The Pikes Peak Area Chefs: Best Appetizer winner - 2010 Glass Slipper Ball
- Best of the Pikes Peak Area Chefs: Best Dessert winner - 2009 Glass Slipper Ball
- Best of the Pikes Peak area Chefs: Best Appetizer winner - 2007 Glass Slipper Ball
Tri-Lakes Tribune: “Cuisine and presentation distinguish Amuzé … truly offers a unique bistro dining experience.”
The Fine Arts Center was built in 1936 and is listed on the National Registry for Historic Places.
