Mimbreno

Q: Where are HF Coors dinnerware sets made?

Every HF Coors piece is proudly made 100% in Tucson, Arizona . From the clay formulation to the final glaze and firing, every step happens under one roof — ensuring total control over quality, safety, and craftsmanship. When you buy HF Coors, you’re supporting true American-made manufacturing .

Q: Are HF Coors dinnerware sets lead-free and cadmium-free?

Yes. All HF Coors ceramics are lead-free and pass both California Prop 65 and FDA standards . Most glazes — including classic whites and neutrals — are also cadmium-free. Our red and orange glazes require trace cadmium for color, but we only use encapsulated cadmium , safely sealed within zircon crystals so it cannot leach or transfer into food.

Q: What makes HF Coors dinnerware different from imported brands?

HF Coors combines restaurant-grade durability with handcrafted American artistry . Unlike mass-produced imports, each piece is made from a proprietary clay body and high-fire glaze designed to withstand years of daily use without fading, cracking, or staining. You’ll see and feel the difference in the weight, balance, and finish of every HF Coors piece.

Q: Can I mix and match different dinnerware patterns?

Yes! All HF Coors collections are designed to mix beautifully across patterns and colors . Combine hand-painted florals with timeless whites or rustic neutrals to create a table that feels uniquely yours — a reflection of your style and story.

Q: Is HF Coors dinnerware sustainable?

Yes. Our production is based in Tucson, AZ , using American-sourced materials , energy-efficient kilns, and minimal-waste practices. We design our dinnerware to reduce the need for frequent replacement — a true sustainable choice built to endure.

Q: What size dinnerware set should I choose?

That depends on your lifestyle: 4-piece set – perfect for individuals or small households. 12-piece set – serves a family of four. 16-piece set – great for entertaining or larger families. All pieces are available open-stock, so you can build or expand your set over time.

Mimbreno

The Mimbreno pattern has one of the most documented origin stories in American dinnerware. In the 1930s, the Fred Harvey Company commissioned designer Mary Colter to create a pattern for the dining cars of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway's Super Chief -- the train that connected Chicago to Los Angeles and became one of the most celebrated passenger routes in American history. Colter drew from the pottery of the ancient Mimbres people of the Southwest, translating their bold black-and-white geometric and figurative designs onto ceramic dinnerware. The result was a pattern that carried a thousand years of artistic tradition into the mid-century American dining experience.

HF Coors has been the authorized manufacturer of the Mimbreno pattern for decades, producing it in Tucson, Arizona, with the same vitrified ceramic construction used across the entire line. The MIMBRENO mark is a licensed mark owned by BNSF Railway Company, the successor to the Santa Fe. Every piece HF Coors makes is faithful to the original design and built to the same restaurant-grade standards that made the pattern a fixture of fine rail dining.

The collection is available in multiple colorways -- the original black and white, maroon and white, and others -- in full sets and open-stock individual pieces. All pieces are lead-free, dishwasher safe, microwave safe, oven and broiler safe, and freezer safe.

Lead Free Food Safe

Microwave Safe

Dishwasher Safe

Oven Broiler Safe

Freezer Safe

Mimbreno Fred Harvey Railroad Dinnerware Collection

About HF Coors Mimbreno

Mimbreno is one of the most precisely documented patterns in American dinnerware history. In the 1930s, the Fred Harvey Company commissioned designer Mary Colter to create a pattern for the dining cars of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway's Super Chief. Colter drew from the pottery of the ancient Mimbres people of the Southwest, translating their bold black-and-white geometric and figurative designs onto ceramic. HF Coors produces Mimbreno today as a faithful reproduction of that original commission, made in Tucson with the same vitrified ceramic construction used across the entire line. The pattern is available in multiple colorways, each one true to Colter's original design intent.

A Pattern That Carries American History

To own a piece of Mimbreno is to own a piece of American design history. The pattern rewards knowing the story behind it, but it works just as well for people who simply appreciate a bold, graphic design with genuine American roots. The original black and white, maroon and white, and other colorways are each a faithful reproduction of the design that Mary Colter created for the Super Chief. Mimbreno pairs naturally with HF Coors solid white pieces for a table that is clean and historically grounded.

Built for Daily Use, Designed to Last

Every piece in the Mimbreno collection is fully certified lead-free and food-safe, meeting both FDA and California Prop 65 standards. The vitrified ceramic construction, the same process used across the entire HF Coors line since 1925, means these pieces will not absorb odors, stains, or bacteria over time. The glaze is fired at high temperature to resist chipping and fading through years of regular use. All pieces are dishwasher safe, microwave safe, oven and broiler safe, and freezer safe. No special handling required.

Sets, Open-Stock, and Everything In Between

The Mimbreno collection is available in multiple colorways, in full sets and open-stock individual pieces, all made in Tucson, Arizona. Build the table you want one piece at a time, or start with a full set and add as you go. This is dinnerware with nearly a century of American history behind it and the construction to last another century.

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Where are HF Coors dinnerware sets made?

Every HF Coors piece is proudly made 100% in Tucson, Arizona. From the clay formulation to the final glaze and firing, every step happens under one roof — ensuring total control over quality, safety, and craftsmanship. When you buy HF Coors, you’re supporting true American-made manufacturing.

Are HF Coors dinnerware sets lead-free and cadmium-free?

Yes. All HF Coors ceramics are lead-free and pass both California Prop 65 and FDA standards.

Most glazes — including classic whites and neutrals — are also cadmium-free.

Our red and orange glazes require trace cadmium for color, but we only use encapsulated cadmium, safely sealed within zircon crystals so it cannot leach or transfer into food.

Are HF Coors dinnerware sets microwave-safe and dishwasher-safe?

Absolutely. Every plate, bowl, and mug is engineered for everyday use.

HF Coors dinnerware is microwave-safe, dishwasher-safe, oven-safe up to 400°F, and resistant to chipping and thermal shock. Durable enough for commercial kitchens, elegant enough for your home table.

What makes HF Coors dinnerware different from imported brands?

HF Coors combines restaurant-grade durability with handcrafted American artistry.

Unlike mass-produced imports, each piece is made from a proprietary clay body and high-fire glaze designed to withstand years of daily use without fading, cracking, or staining.

You’ll see and feel the difference in the weight, balance, and finish of every HF Coors piece.

Can I mix and match different dinnerware patterns?

Yes! All HF Coors collections are designed to mix beautifully across patterns and colors. Combine hand-painted florals with timeless whites or rustic neutrals to create a table that feels uniquely yours — a reflection of your style and story.

Do you offer replacement pieces or open-stock items?

We do. HF Coors dinnerware is built to last, but we understand life happens. You can purchase individual plates, bowls, and mugs directly from our website to replace or expand your set. Keeping your collection complete is part of our commitment to sustainability and longevity.

How do I care for my dinnerware to make it last?

To preserve the beauty of your pieces:

Avoid sudden temperature shocks (e.g., from freezer to oven).
Allow hot items to cool before immersing in cold water.
Use mild, non-abrasive detergents.
Use and love them!

With a little care, your HF Coors dinnerware can last for decades — even generations.

Is HF Coors dinnerware sustainable?

Yes. Our production is based in Tucson, AZ, using American-sourced materials, energy-efficient kilns, and minimal-waste practices. We design our dinnerware to reduce the need for frequent replacement — a true sustainable choice built to endure.

What size dinnerware set should I choose?

That depends on your lifestyle:

4-piece set – perfect for individuals or small households.
12-piece set – serves a family of four.
16-piece set – great for entertaining or larger families.

All pieces are available open-stock, so you can build or expand your set over time.

Do HF Coors dinnerware sets make good gifts?

Yes. A handcrafted, American-made dinnerware set makes a meaningful gift for weddings, anniversaries, or housewarmings. You’re giving more than dinnerware — you’re giving a piece of American craftsmanship designed to create memories around the table.

Mimbreno

A Pattern That Carries American History

Built for Daily Use, Designed to Last

Sets, Open-Stock, and Everything In Between

Frequently Asked Questions

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