Flagstaff House Restaurant Receives Two Prominent Industry Awards - Forbes Travel Guide Four Star and AAA Four Diamond

BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Flagstaff House, Boulder, Colorado's renowned fine dining, mountainside restaurant, today announced two prestigious recognitions by the industry's top-ranking ratings systems. The restaurant earned its 40^th consecutive Forbes Travel Guide Four Star rating and AAA Four Diamond status for the 29^th year in a row.

Since 1971, the Flagstaff House has been owned by the Monette family, including Don Monette and his sons Scott and Mark. Over the years, the family-run Colorado institution has received numerous accolades for its upscale and inspired French American cuisine, breathtaking views and sophisticated service. Executive Chef/Partner Chris Royster is a past recipient of Zagat's 30 Under 30 award and was crowned one of Food Network's Chopped Champions in 2016. He will join Adam Monette, General Manager/Partner and third-generation Flagstaff House family member, to receive the Forbes Travel Guide award at the Luxury Summit this week in California.

"We are honored to be recognized as a Four Diamond and Four Star restaurant," said Adam Monette. "At Flagstaff House, we strive to make every meal feel like a truly authentic Colorado experience for our guests, from the very first moment they enter our restaurant, and we do that a variety of ways with innovative menu features, unique mountain and city views, and, of course, a continued commitment to providing exceptional service each and every time." 

The Forbes Travel Guide rating notes Flagstaff House is "easily one of the most amazing spots to watch the sunset" in the world. It also highlights the restaurant's award-winning wine list of more than 3,800 selections that guests can easily navigate using a state-of-the-art tablet system, along with the personal attention of a team of Sommeliers. Flagstaff House has won Wine Spectator's Grand Award every year since 1983.

"At Flagstaff House, we create lifetime memories for our diners, whether they're celebrating special occasions and holidays, or everyday memorable meals," added Monette.

About Flagstaff House
Flagstaff House offers an unparalleled Colorado dining experience through exquisite, French-American cuisine and impeccable service, along with a multi-award-winning wine list from a 15,000 bottle wine cellar. Only a short drive from Denver, the family-owned restaurant is built into a mountainside overlooking the city of Boulder at an elevation of 6,000 feet, offering stunning views and landscape. For more information, visit www.flagstaffhouse.com or follow Flagstaff House on Instagram and Facebook.

About Forbes Travel Guide
Forbes Travel Guide is the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas. Started as Mobil Travel Guide in 1958, the company created the first Five-Star rating system in the United States. Today, Forbes Travel Guide's incognito inspectors travel the world, evaluating properties based on up to 900 rigorous, objective standards. The company's annual Star Ratings, reviews and daily travel stories help discerning travelers select the world's best luxury experiences. www.forbestravelguide.com  

About AAA Diamond Ratings
The AAA Inspected & Approved designation for hotels and restaurants and Four Diamond Award and Five Diamond Award ratings are among the most well-known and respected distinctions in the global travel industry. Each year AAA reviews more than 27,000 hotels. AAA Diamond Ratings for hotels represent a combination of the overall quality, range of facilities and level of services offered by the property. The descriptive ratings are assigned exclusively to properties that meet and uphold AAA's rigorous approval standards. www.newsroom.aaa.com/diamond-ratings 

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