Fort Collins Foodie Itinerary

As Northern Colorado’s oldest restaurant dating back to 1933, the Silver Grill Cafe in Old Town Fort Collins has a history as sweet as its signature cinnamon roll. Named "Best Breakfast in America" by Esquire Magazine, the iconic restaurant’s breakfast and lunch menus offer traditional home-style food and weekly specials. Original hardwood floors, time-worn brick walls, and views of historic Old Town surround diners. On its large award-winning patio guests enjoy food and conversation year-round. The Grill’s drink menu includes OJ that’s fresh-squeezed on the spot, espresso drinks, custom cocktails, and regional craft beers. Open daily 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

New Belgium was founded in 1991 in Fort Collins, Colo., by Kim Jordan, a social worker, who built her company the only way a social worker would: People first. From the beginning, New Belgium established norms that were and still are rare in the business world: fully paid healthcare premiums for all coworkers, paying a living wage, open-book management, profit sharing, renewable energy sourcing, a free onsite medical clinic staffed by a doctor trained in LGBTQ+ medicine, certification as a B Corporation, and much more – practices that, all together, represent a unique 'human-powered' business model that has expanded over the years, especially working to inspire humanized business practices among larger companies. New Belgium expanded to Asheville, N.C., in 2016; joined forces with Bell's Brewery in 2022, expanded to Daleville, VA in 2023, and is currently the fastest-growing craft brewer in America. The company is famous for its flagship beer, Fat Tire Ale, along with year-round favorites like Voodoo Ranger IPA (America's #1 IPA brand), Dominga Mimosa Sour, and La Folie Sour Brown Ale; as well as an award-winning wood-aged sour program and innovative limited release beers.

Nuance Chocolate is Fort Collins’ true bean-to-bar chocolate maker, crafting authentic chocolate entirely from scratch. Sourcing premium cacao beans directly from ethical growers around the globe, they roast and grind each batch carefully to reveal the deep, natural flavors unique to every origin. At the shop, visitors can embark on a tasting journey with curated chocolate flights, sampling single-origin bars from different countries, French-style hot chocolate, and savoring decadent truffles. By adding no artificial additives, Nuance lets the cacao tell its own story. With a dedication to purity, craftsmanship, and creating a welcoming space, Nuance offers an unforgettable way to taste the world through chocolate, right in the heart of Fort Collins.

Social is Fort Collins’ hidden speakeasy — named “The Best Speakeasy in America” and ranked on Yelp’s Top 50 Speakeasies in the U.S. in 2022 & 2023. With 34 seasonally updated cocktails, locally inspired small plates, and an atmosphere built for connection, Social is where craft, community, and unforgettable nights meet — all just a staircase away.

Over 30 years of award-winning Colorado Style Pizza.  Travelocity awards Beau Jo's on of the "Top Insider Spots in the U.S."  Gluten-free pizza available. Visit our website!

A visit to Fort Collins is just not complete without experiencing this lovingly restored historic grain mill that’s become a hub for food and community. Home to a market, bakery, restaurants, teaching kitchen, unique event spaces and great patios, it’s become a gathering place for dining, shopping, learning, celebrating and enjoying a great slice of homemade pie. In the Café, you’ll find comfort food made from scratch including chicken pot pie, burgers, meatloaf and salads along with homestyle breakfast served all day and fresh-baked pies, breads and pastries. The Cache at Ginger and Baker offers a modern Colorado steakhouse experience with hand-cut steaks and chops, seafood, craft cocktails and a wine list that annually wins Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Dining is also on the newly remodeled glass-enclosed Rooftop Patio. Join us in the Teaching Kitchen for classes on cooking, baking, whiskey and wine appreciation and more. Stop in the Market and Coffeeshop and browse housemade goods, seasonal décor and gift ideas, then grab a great cup of locally roasted coffee and a scratch-made pastry. Ginger and Baker is proud to partner with local farmers, ranchers, food artisans and craftspeople to showcase the innovative, hardworking spirit that makes Northern Colorado so unique. Come on by... and be sure to save room for pie!

Northern Colorado's largest kitchen specialty store located downtown since 1972. Come find imported and local food, coffee, candy, dinnerware, kitchen appliances, cookbooks, kitchen gadgets, and gifts galore.