Comet Chicken

Genuinely had the best bowl of my entire life here. I would fight a grizzly bear just to eat the…read moremediterannean quinoa bowl with salmon- genuinely heavenly. The patios are also amazing and the service is excellent! And so close to campus. The music was great too. But yall, this place is amazing fr.

Solid Wednesday night dinner, would go back. Walked in around dinnertime with no reservation and…read moregot seated right away, so midweek seems to be the move if you want to skip the wait. Got the Mediterranean bowl with a steak skewer add-on and an Odell IPA. The bowl looked the part (cauliflower, chickpeas, feta, spinach, peppers) but the flavor didn't land the way I hoped. Felt like it needed more punch. The steak skewer was cooked perfectly, but for what they charge as an add-on, you should be getting three skewers instead of one. The key lime cheesecake stole the show. Bright, tart, creamy, and worth saving room for. If you go, order it. Service was attentive without hovering. The space is open and well-lit with cool abstract art on the walls, and the noise level stays low enough to hold a real conversation, which is rare for a place this size. Two patios out front for when the weather cooperates. Come for the dessert and the easy vibe. Skip the Mediterranean bowl, try one of the pizzas or the ribeye next time.

Gimme and a bowl of soup

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Exterior: Two patios, easy parking out front

The Mayor of Old Town

4.4(456 reviews)

0.6 mi

First time here. They do have a small parking lot out back that can fill up, but I was able to find…read morenearby street parking. Meeting up with friends just after lunch time. It was a bit quieter than I'm sure it would be at optimum times. They have Lunch & Late Night menu. It runs 12pm - 3pm and 9pm to Last Call. Their beer list is vast. I went with a Dunkel from Zwei, a local brewery. Nice touch that is was served in a Zwei glass. I chose to get the Personal Poutine. Fries, with cheese curds and brown gravy, how could I go wrong? So good. The service was great and I would like to come back. It seems like such a great place to meet up with folks.

Excellent food, and attentive service…read more The beet salad with chicken that I had was expertly prepared--I mean a perfect blend of a myriad of flavors. Everything was fresh. Others had burgers, and sautéed Brussel sprouts. One of has had carne asada fries--it was an enormous portion. Drink refills were plentiful and the server was constantly checking in on us, but in a very attentive and non-intrusive way. We liked him a lot. The list of draft beers is notable, and my partner and a flight of four. The prices were reasonable, especially for the quality of food and the level of service we experienced. If you're in Fort Collins, I'd recommend checking out this comfy restaurant.

Over 100 beers selection!

The beef stroganoff. Slow beef!

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Penrose Taphouse & Eatery

3.9(271 reviews)

Our son is at CSU and recommended this place. We'd been here once before and had a good experience,…read moreso we went in and were seated pretty quickly. Waitress was quick and friendly, got our order fast and did a great job. We ordered a few different burgers and some Mac and cheese, which were delicious. Only issue we had was my burger was to be med rare and was well done, but I was hungry so ate it anyway. When the waitress found out they cooked it wrong, her manager came out and took it off the bill! Great customer service. If you're in town and want a truly delicious burger and great atmosphere, make sure to drop in here.

For starters, the service was great and the vibe was nice! I got the PB&J burger and the burger…read moreflavor was fine, but it was definitely way overcooked.

Bar area

Papi de gonzo sandwich

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Fine Amber Ale

Social

4.7(901 reviews)

0.1 mi

My girlfriend and I went to Social for happy hour and appetizers about a week ago and had an…read moreabsolutely wonderful time. We originally planned to stay for happy hour, but ended up spending nearly three hours there because we were enjoying ourselves so much. Social is one of those rare places that completely lives up to the hype. From the moment you walk downstairs, the atmosphere transports you to another era. The speakeasy vibe is authentic without feeling gimmicky, and every detail has clearly been thoughtfully designed. It's a super cool speakeasy with a warm, inviting interior that makes you want to settle in and stay awhile. We shared the charcuterie board, which was excellent, and enjoyed both the champagne and the bourbon. Everything was high quality and thoughtfully prepared. Ryan, our bartender, really made the experience special. He treated us exceptionally well, made us feel genuinely welcome, and provided outstanding service throughout the evening. What started as a plan to enjoy happy hour turned into one of the most enjoyable evenings we've had in a long time. It's the perfect place for a date night or simply a relaxing evening with exceptional food, outstanding cocktails, and an atmosphere that's second to none. We'll definitely be back now that we live here in Fort Collins. If you're looking for an unforgettable experience in Fort Collins, Social is an absolute must-visit. Highly recommended!

This is the place where homeowners with golden retrievers go to feel edgy. Sexy, classy night life…read morevibes amidst trashy college bars. I don't love cocktails and their food menu is sparse, but if you want to impress a date or treat yourself to tasteful drinking, it's a nice place. Sometimes if you sit at the bar, there are annoying strangers who ask you to explain your thoughts on America's involvement in Iran. My server made sure to back me and my friend up when he started to get defensive. Thank you brother, you are an ally to the lesbian community.

The bar is the place to be

Cheese flight with a Superstar Martini

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Berry White ($12.50) - strawberry-infused white port, silver rum, ginger cognac, fresh lime, grapefruit, tonic syrup, soda water

The Regional

4.3(248 reviews)

0.1 mi

This place quickly became one of my favorite restaurants after just one visit. The staff welcomed…read moreus with genuine smiles and made us feel comfortable right away. They were attentive without hovering and made sure our drinks and meals arrived promptly. The food was absolutely fantastic. Every dish was fresh, well seasoned, and prepared with care. The presentation was beautiful, but more importantly, everything tasted incredible. The portions were generous, making it easy to feel like you received great value for the money. The dining area was clean, stylish, and had a relaxing atmosphere that made the entire meal even more enjoyable. It felt like the kind of place where you could enjoy a casual lunch, celebrate a birthday, or have a nice dinner with family. I can honestly say there wasn't a single thing I would change about my visit. It's rare to find a restaurant that consistently delivers on every level, but this one certainly does. I highly recommend giving it a try if you're nearby, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit.

All the food is amazing and the staff and owners are the best!!!! The decor and ambiance are…read morelovely. The food is out of this world delicious and the oysters are simply divine. RUN, don't walk.

Booth with plants: Banquette seating, quieter side of the room

Fiesta Hash

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Iced coffee

The Whiskey

4.1(152 reviews)

WOW what a swanky speakeasy-esque whiskey bar with hundreds upon hundreds of whiskeys, bourbons,…read morescotches. They also do have other liquors for you vodka, gin and rum drinkers. I got the Smokeshow cocktail and it was a lovely passion fruit flavored smokey flavor. The bartender was attentive and polite and made a stellar cocktail.

5 stars solely for karaoke at Escondido…read more Ive been to the whiskey a few times before and its very nice, very classy, love the vibe, but this time I went for the karaoke and couldn't have had a better time! Check out the whiskey for classy drinks and then pop into Escondido for some fun!

Cool bar setup

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Whiskey sour & paper plane

The Colorado Room

4.7(888 reviews)

0.6 mi

The food was spectacular! I highly recommend the sweet potato fries. Overall, a cool little spot to…read morestop and try.

2.5, edging down to 2 stars…read more Not the best food experience I've ever had. They're rated really high -- actually one of the highest-rated restaurants in Fort Collins -- and from a food perspective I don't really understand why. Sliders with sweet potato fries -- fine, nothing extraordinary. Potato éclairs -- . It was really just mashed potatoes with some topping on it. I honestly didn't even finish it. Mountain oysters -- huge letdown. They came out so overcooked they were basically crunchier than potato chips, with the batter crumbling off. I've never had them before, so I didn't get a good representation of how they're supposed to be -- these were just super-cooked batter. On the space: we ended up sitting in three different spots to eat. We went outside by the street first -- super loud, and people were smoking, so we headed back in. The open spot inside was right under the AC and about forty degrees, so we moved to the back area. The back was fine -- covered -- but pretty dirty, with mop buckets and clutter sitting around. The one drink I had was a good value since we were there at happy hour -- some kind of fruity whiskey drink. It was fine, but nothing I'd seek out again. I hate to give such a friendly place a bad review. It'd be a really great spot if you're a college student who wants some cheap bites and a drink -- but honestly it's just bar food, and the ceiling is probably a 4 on a really good day. I wouldn't get excited to head down there, and parking is a bit of a hassle too. Would recommend only if you're after very cheap eats in that area -- check them out for happy hour. But I would not return.

Rhine Pork Slider ($5.25) and Pork Banh-Mi Slider ($5.25)

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Ace Gillett's

4.4(241 reviews)

I love the vibe at Ace Gillett's. It has kind of an underground and 'yesterday' feel, to me. The…read morebartenders know how to create a drink, and the latest iteration of food is great. The hostess and servers create a genteel air. Ace is my lounge of choice in Fort Collins.

Very nice lounge and bartenders that make excellent cocktails. I ordered the summer fling and it…read morewas delicious. Lots of comfy seating but i decided to sit at the bar. Prices weren't bad and it also has a piano bar but that's only open on certain days. Although I was surprised, it wasn't more packed for a Saturday night. But good for me and my friend, so it was easy to converse without a lot of noise.

Lounge

Crab Cakes

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Like out of a movie

Scrumpy's

4.5(222 reviews)

Not a huge cider drinker, but went with co-workers who are. Was glad to see they had beers too! The…read moreKolsh they have right now is delicious and they have the best wings and fried pickles in town. Get the Cajun dry rub!

My daughter and I both were looking to have a burger and a cider. Scrumpy's was the place to go. We…read moreordered at the counter. The person who helped us, answered questions we had about the ciders and even gave me a splash of one so I could make a decision. My daughter chose The Scrumper with their Apple Strudel Cider. Her burger had double cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and their house burger sauce. She enjoyed the burger and the cider was exactly what she was looking for. I chose The Hatch with their Blackberry Cobbler Cider. It had grilled Hatch green chiles, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, and chipotle aioli. I got it medium. It was done just right. The fries were crispy and nicely seasoned. Overall, enjoyable lunch with tasty beverages.

The bar

Yum

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Espresso martini

Austin's American Grill

3.9(312 reviews)

5.3 mi

Excellent food and wonderful service!! Highly recommend for a fun evening in Ft Collins.read more

First day in Fort Collins and had seen good things about Austin's while trying to pick a place for…read morean early dinner. Easy street parking, surrounded by fun shops in Old Town, it offers both indoor and outdoor seating. We arrived early and had no trouble walking in, but make a reservation if you plan to be there after 6:00pm, even on a weeknight. Ambience is quite pleasing, it was not loud and Kelly came over soon after being seated to see about drinks and apps. If you want a thoughtful, friendly server Kelly is the one! We ordered the cornbread skillet first. Mmmmm mmm. Warm in a skillet and served with whipped honey butter, could it get any better? Well....maybe. Because the beef tips were so incredible. Melt in your mouth! One of our party likes cuts of meat on the pink side, the other prefers more well done cuts. Off Kelly went with our plates, returning having divided them into two and having the beef done perfectly for both of us. Get some extra BBQ sauce/gravy with it. Perfection. Mashed potatoes were also quite good. We were stuffed. I would go back in a heartbeat. Yum. Kudos to the chef, to Kelly and to the manager, who stopped by twice.....once to serve and once to check in.

The bar

New York Strip Steak (with Au Jus)

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Gabe E.

4 years ago

Always hits the spot, simple as that. .................................................................................................................................................. read more

John T.

9 years ago

What ever happened to cooking and eating WHOLE pieces of chicken? How do we know those "chicken tenders"are even 100% chicken? read more

Andrew M.

9 years ago

Love the chicken at this place so good I will be back this was my first time in here and wow so good

Craig P.

310

8 years ago

Great Chicken! Reminds me of the Nashville hot chicken but needs a bit more flavor on it.

Diane R.

5 years ago

If you are looking for a quick inexpensive fried chicken meal this is the place for you!

Jane B.

4 years ago

Please open a Comet Chicken in the SE part of Fort Collins!! I think that says it all.

William F.

5 years ago

Great owners! Terrific place to eat and be with friends and family ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍

Robert F.

4 years ago

Good chicken Sandwich. Fast service

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