Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Fort Collins

OpenTable

Updated November 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Fort Collins? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bistro Nautile

4.9

4.9 (188)

$31 to $50

French

Fort Collins

About the restaurant

Bistro Nautile is a French-Influenced bistro owned and operated locally by three Fort Collins restaurateurs who care about food and the people that eat it. Our focus is on truly farm-fresh and sustainably sourced ingredients, meticulously prepared and presented in a comfortable atmosphere by servers who are equal parts professional and entertaining. Please join us for a dining experience where we will count you as a friend and hope that by the end of your time with us, you will have the same affection for our craft that we do.

Top review

Mary Catherine

Dined on Nov 22, 2024

We can always count on a delicious meal with excellent service at Bistro Nautile-a gem!

Chimney Park

4.8

4.8 (2932)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Windsor

About the restaurant

Housed in historic downtown Windsor, Chimney Park’s original building from 1895 has undergone a recent renovation in 2022, the restaurant’s 15th anniversary. Chimney Park sources local, seasonal, and organic products from Colorado and the surrounding region. Whether it’s a special occasion, an evening with friends, or a nightly happy hour in the bar, Chimney Park offers an approachable, sophisticated atmosphere. The staff, cuisine, wine, and service are the core focuses that create hospitable and memorable experiences.

Please visit our website, www.chimneypark.com/mainmenu, for our most up-to-date menu offerings.

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Markvip

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent from start to finish. New items on the tasting menu were delicious. Service and sommelier support spot on. A wonderful “post Thanksgiving, don’t mess up the kitchen again” dinner at northern Colorado’s best restaurant. Season’s Greetings Team Chimney Park!

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Christmas Eve Dinner 2024

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Blue Agave Grill - Fort Collins

4.7

4.7 (2295)

$30 and under

Mexican / Southwestern

Fort Collins

About the restaurant

We are a full service restaurant serving contemporary southwestern cuisine with a full service bar. We are a scratch kitchen with many gluten free options as well as a large margarita selection, house infused tequilas, and homemade sangria. Our outdoor seating accompanied by fire pits surrounds the historic art museum in old town Fort Collins CO. From guacamole made to order to our vibrant atmosphere, come on down and try a flight of our favorite drinks.

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Carolyn

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing service, delicious tacos and perfect margaritas

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Popular dish

Tofu - Walnut Enchiladas

Ted's Sweetwater Grill

4.7

4.7 (17)

$30 and under

American

Windsor

About the restaurant

Everyone’s Family, at Ted’s Sweetwater Grill

Ted’s is the perfect gathering spot for friends and family, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes everyone feel at home.

At Ted’s, you’ll find neighborly customers, friendly staff, and hearty meals that satisfy every appetite. Choose from a variety of dining locations to suit your mood: enjoy a cozy meal in our dining room, unwind at the bar, or savor craft brews in our tap house. For a unique experience, dine on our floating dinner boats, relax by the fire pits, or soak in the ambiance on our scenic patio.

Come to Ted’s Sweetwater Grill for great food, great company, and great times. We can’t wait to see you soon!

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Eric

Dined 5 days ago

First time. The menu has tons of choices. The turkey club and salmon were both excellent. Even the happy hour Cabernet was great. Fun decor.

Smokin' Fins - Fort Collins

4.6

4.6 (363)

$30 and under

Seafood

Fort Collins

About the restaurant

With a passion for food and a focus on quality, we built Smokin Fins, where Fort Collins could count on perfectly smoked meats and fresh seafood and sushi. Our modern rustic dining room reflects the community we serve and the simple presentation of our well-executed recipes. Every dish we serve is made with the best ingredients out there, and we source locally produced goods when we can. Not to mention, our cocktails are creative, and our staff is friendly, making us the total package. Please note that we reserve a large portion of our restaurant for walk ins only, please contact us directly with any questions about availability.

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Todd

Dined on Nov 9, 2024

Great food and service. Our server, Taylor, was awesome.

Simmer

4.6

4.6 (476)

$30 and under

Global, International

Fort Collins

About the restaurant

Our aim at Simmer is simple – providing you with the honest-to-goodness pleasure of eating and drinking while you relax in your favorite neighborhood bar. Whether you’ve come for the food, drink, or both, we hope you will feel right at home. When you step into Simmer, you’ll be greeted with a friendly smile. We’ve fashioned a warm, comfortable dining room that spills over into a spacious outdoor patio, complete with an open fire pit and tranquil water feature. Enjoy “Happy Hour in the Round” during the warmer Colorado seasons when we open up our overhead doors at the back of our bar, creating 360° of indoor/outdoor seating. Whether you are looking for an upscale décor restaurant for a date night, a casual vibe for a business lunch, or a laid back ambiance for a fun night out with friends, Simmer is the choice in West FOCO.

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Reneevip

Dined 4 days ago

New menu items looked really good and tried the stroganoff this time. Very delicious and nicely plated.

Door 222 food & drink

4.6

4.6 (983)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Loveland

About the restaurant

Door 222 Food and Drink is right in the heart of beautiful downtown Loveland. 222 serves an eclectic, chef driven seasonal menu with craft cocktails and large wine list in a comfortable unique setting.
We are open daily at 4pm, but closed on Mondays.

Reservations recommended, walk-ins accepted when seating is available.

Reservation disclaimer: We do not guarantee specific tables. We do not seat incomplete parties. There is a 15 minute grace period, if your party does not arrive within 15 minutes of your reservation, it will be canceled.

Your table will be reserved for 1 hour 30 minutes for parties of up to 2; 1 hour 45 minutes for parties of up to 4; 2 hours for parties over 6

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Carter

Dined 2 days ago

Styles was great. He was passionate and care. Thanks for the great experience

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4.6

4.6 (134)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Fort Collins

About the restaurant

Introducing a taste of modern Japan in the heart of Old Town Fort Collins! Join us in our second location featuring an intimate sushi bar, jellyfish tank, opulent private dining room and an expansive bar replete with unique cocktails, whiskey rarities and local favorites alike. Again under the helm of Master Chef Yukiji Iwasa, enjoy all your Boulder favorites or find something new to love exclusively crafted by our Fort Collins team

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Lauri

Dined 1 day ago

5 of us went to dinner here last night. Wonderful experience. The food was really good, service was excellent and it is a really pleasant atmosphere. It is very open so that you can see what all is going on, but it is still very easy to have a conversation with your fellow diners. It is expensive, but the quality was excellent and they had some things that I had never had before. Really enjoyed the total experience.

The Lodge

4.4

4.4 (42)

$31 to $50

American

Windsor

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of Windsor, Colorado, The Lodge offers an unparalleled dining experience that marries the spirit of exploration with the comfort of home. Featuring picturesque views of the mountains and Pelican Lakes Golf Course, our restaurant is the perfect retreat for anyone seeking a unique culinary adventure.

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Megan

Dined 4 days ago

Such a wonderful experience! The little touches, there setting, the food- so well done. We cannot wait to come back and tell our friends! Thank you.

The Emporium: An American Brasserie

4.3

4.3 (965)

$30 and under

Contemporary French / American

Fort Collins

About the restaurant

At The Emporium, variety, quality and a warm, welcoming staff take center stage. Located in the heart of Old Town, Fort Collins on Walnut Street, The Emporium is the spot for casual and special occasions alike.

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Rickvip

Dined 3 days ago

Great food and well organized. The service was outstanding as well.

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Popular dish

SHRIMP & GRITS

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