Tag: carlos bistro
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Judge approves testimony alleging that Carlos’ Bistro owner made unwanted sexual advances
New testimony admitted into evidence Thursday claims that the owner of Carlos’ Bistro forcefully kissed an 18-year-old after making sexual advances toward her years ago. Carlos Echeandia, 62, was arrested in December 2025 in connection with the sexual assault of a server trainee at his award-winning restaurant in Colorado Springs. The woman accused him of…
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Carlos Echeandia, owner of Carlos’ Bistro, headed to trial in sexual assault case
Accused of sexually assaulting a waitress trainee, the owner of the award-winning Colorado Springs restaurant Carlos’ Bistro is scheduled to go to trial in September after pleading not guilty in court Thursday. Carlos Echeandia, 62, allegedly sexually assaulted the woman inside the restaurant off 21st Street during her training after encouraging her to consume sample…
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Carlos Echeandia, owner of popular Colorado Springs bistro, waives preliminary hearing in sexual assault case
Carlos Echeandia spoke three words to a 4th Judicial District judge on Thursday. All were the same: “Yes,” as he elected to waive his right to a preliminary hearing. Echeandia owns Carlos’ Bistro, an award-winning restaurant located near the intersection of West Cimarron and South 21st Streets in Old Colorado City. The restaurant owner, 62,…
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On the docket this week: Triple homicide trial, Jon Hallford sentencing
Last week in 4th Judicial District courtrooms, an El Paso County judge handed down the maximum sentence for the man convicted of a 2022 homicide, and another denied a bond reduction request for a roommate accused of kidnapping and sexual assault. More hearings are in store for the upcoming week. Notably, Hanme Clark, the man accused…
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Preliminary hearing set for Carlos’ Bistro owner accused of sexual assault
The longtime owner of the award-winning Colorado Springs restaurant Carlos’ Bistro, accused of sexual assault on a waitress trainee, will appear in court next month for his preliminary hearing. Carlos Echeandia, 62, faces two counts of sexual assault and one misdemeanor count of sexual contact after allegations arose that he made unwanted sexual advances toward…
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Owner of award-winning restaurant Carlos’ Bistro accused of sexually assaulting waitress trainee
Carlos Echeandia, owner of longtime award-winning restaurant Carlos’ Bistro, is accused of sexual assaulting a waitress trainee. Echeandia, 62, allegedly made unwanted sexual advances toward the woman inside the restaurant off 21st Street during her training after encouraging her to consume sample alcoholic drinks on an empty stomach, according to court documents. A statement from…
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Colorado Springs dining room with a view heats up patio dining with comfort food
The sights from the Grand View Dining Room at Garden of the Gods Resort and Club, 3320 Mesa Road, are among some of the most spectacular in the state. One of the best seats for taking in the breathtaking views is on the patio, which is outfitted with fireplace tables and heaters. Recently, executive chef…