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4.1 (114 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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Tri-fecta: waffle, scrambled eggs, bacon, potatoes, and coffee.
kassidy h.

First Watch is another chain I'm obsessed with! The food and staff are incredible at each location. I always get the tri-fecta, and it's never been bad! The waitress saw me with a book and was very quiet to approach me and avoided un-necessary interruptions. She told me she didn't want to break up my reading in any good spots, and I really appreciated that.

The Works Omelette with a lovely mixed/vinaigrette salad.
Dan N.

Our family of six flew into town for a quick weekend visit to the Ft. Collins area. Friday morning, 10:00am and the breakfast hungries set in. A quick Yelp search turned up First Watch which was just what we were looking for. I went with a special, the Barbacoa Benedict. Served on corn tortillas this unique "South of the border" take on a Benny featured Hollandaise and also salsa, along with a mildly spiced Barbacoa meat which I believe was pork. Wife N had their pancakes with lemon curd which were great. Side of perfectly crispy bacon. Son's "The Works" Omelette was excellent. Coming from Portland, our impressions are that the food quality was great (equal or better) and pricing is excellent for the quality. Very happy with First Watch, and we'll be back again for more yummies!

Shady morning patio
Jill H.

Another 5-star visit this week. I like the warm feel inside this First Watch. I lingered for a long while waiting for my breakfast date and my server was gracious and kind. Set me up with a carafe of coffee and water. Once my person arrived, we placed our order and it was delivered quickly since we had limited time at that point. More coffee, more friendly smiles... great food! I ordered the A.M. Superfoods Bowl for the first time. It was delicious! If chia seed pudding is your jam, this menu option is filling and a great presentation of such a breakfast. Yum!

Katie B.

First Watch was a fine stop for breakfast. The variety of selections was fantastic! We both are very well. The service was great too, but the space certainly has a chain restaurant vibe. Overall no complaints!

Roast Beef and Havarti with a chocolate chip muffin subbed in.
Justice H.

We don't make it here much because I'm a night owl and they're usually closed by the time we're ready to leave the house, but when we make it, it's a treat. We've tried several things here and it's all been really tasty. Been here a few times and we've never left disappointed or hungry. We went here on Saturday because we needed to be out and about early (for me) and knew First Watch is where we wanted to go. I got the Roast Beef and Havarti sandwich, subbed in a chocolate chip muffin instead of the greens, no onions. My spouse got The Works and got it made frittata style, no onions or sour cream; spouse also got one plain pancake. Super delicious and filling. I hope we can make it back again soon because it's really delicious, hearty food.

Short rib eggs Benedict
Henry F.

This is tied for my favorite breakfast/brunch place in Fort Collins. This location is very clean, and less crowded (shorter waits) than other places as you get closer to old town. The food is excellent with good portion sizes and reasonable prices. I had the special short rib Benedict. Which is exactly what I wanted...meaty, savory perfection. The arugula is a surprisingly good addition to this dish and makes me feel less guilty about eating the dish. I sampled my wife's truffle frittata and it was really good. I never got a 2nd nite because she inhaled it and claims it was the best thing she's eaten. The service was very attentive and courteous. The good came out hot and promptly. We never felt rushed. It was a perfect brunch! I'm looking forward to coming back.

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Brendon A.

First Watch took over all the Egg & I's here in Fort Collins and they're like a hipster IHOP. I love it. The juices are so delicious! They were handing out free samples when we were there. The service was incredible, we had the most charming and personable server who was cracking jokes and being so hospitable the whole time. He was offering all kinds of substitutions to make sure we had the perfect breakfast experience. The food was delicious as well. The pancakes were the perfect balance of fluffy and crispy. I'll be returning!

Deb S.

We recently had a chance to check First Watch out when we were shopping in the area on Black Friday. Based on other reviewers mentioning how busy they get, we were pleasantly surprised to find it pretty empty when we visited and we were able to go right in and be seated. The seating areas are clean and bright and have a fresh, modern farmhouse decor feel to them. In addition to table and booth seating, they also offer a large family style table where anyone can sit and mingle with other diners which I thought was nice. I had an order of Avocado Toast with a side of Seasoned Potatoes. My son had the Market Skillet and my hubby had the Market Skillet with a side of Cheesy Bob's Red Mill Grits. Our server was friendly and our food came out fast. Everything was cooked to perfection. Even our eggs were hot and runny as they should have been which I find is a challenge for most breakfast places to execute. We all enjoyed our meal and left satisfied. We will definitely eat here again. Just wish they were open later. With our schedule, it's a challenge for us to make it to breakfast/brunch places, so we probably won't get to eat here as often as we'd like :).

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Wonderful, fresh and some organic ingredients! I highly recommend will definitely be back to Try additional dishes.

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Love this place, it's ever changing menu additions give me a smile each visit. Well maintained staff and nice juices.

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Waited forever for our food. Food is average. They don't have gluten free pancakes but they do offer Udi's GF bread.

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The food here is delicious!! The fresh juices are also amazing. The service here is also top notch; our server Jacob was great!!!

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Super yummy! The food and customer service was excellent! Make sure to order their coffee, it's one of the best coffees I've had!

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I love the atmosphere here and the food is very tasty and the service is great. They also have some really great healthy breakfast options!

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Chia seed pudding! The best I have ever had. I love this place. The food is fresh and amazing. We will definitely be back.

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The service was great! And the food was better! My new obsession is their lemon rocata pancakes. Mmmmmmm they are so good!

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The Colorado Room - Pork Banh-Mi Slider, Southwest Chicken Slider, and unknown slider (Cheesesteak? I forgot)

The Colorado Room

4.7(892 reviews)
2.1 mi
•$$

This place was awesome. From the second we stepped in the door the service was amazing. Super…read morehelpful and super friendly. Great concept. Love sliders and love poutine. So many choices. We will definitely have to go back to try more. Everything we had was amazing!!! If you get a combo you get $2 off an adult beverage. Nice touch. I got the cheesesteak and the rhine combo wirh classic poutine. My husband got meatloaf (a special) and the smothered chicken combo with classic poutine. My friend got bahn mi with chicken and buffalo chicken combo and tater eclairs. Her husband got southern chicken and bahn mi chicken combo with cheese curds. We also got the tater eclairs on the side with the brown sugar bacon aioli. Wow. I got the adult lemonade, my friend got the Ricky and her husband got the bourbon drink. The back patio area was nice. You order at the counter and they give you a number then bring it out to you when it's ready. We will absolutely be back.

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.

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The Colorado Room - Rhine Pork Slider ($5.25) and Pork Banh-Mi Slider ($5.25)

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

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The Regional - Regional Salad: Greens, almonds, pickled shallot, parmesan

The Regional

4.3(251 reviews)
2.6 mi
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Dining with 17 people is never an easy feat, but The Regional was able to accommodate us. After…read morespeaking with one of the managers, we secured a reservation for that same evening. A little preparation on our end helped ensure everything went smoothly. Since The Regional is a farm-to-table restaurant, many items need to be prepared or prepped in advance, so I was grateful to collect everyone's orders earlier in the day. That gave the kitchen time to prepare and made it easier to get everything cooking once we arrived. We were seated off to the side of the bar in a small private area. The restaurant was busy, but not overwhelmingly so. Once we were settled, our server came over, introduced himself, and took our drink and food orders, making sure to associate each dish with the correct diner. After everything was entered, our drinks and food arrived surprisingly quickly. All of the food and drinks were good, but the service was even better. A big thank-you to the manager and our server for accommodating our team and helping make such a large dinner feel seamless.

This is not the usual review. Recently, I dined at the…read moreRegional, and had an unexpected mishap. But first.... the staff is exceptional. Our server was Lillian who is not only pleasant but well versed in the menu - offering suggestions and explanation on dishes or pairings. The atmosphere is homey with vintage style chairs, and the tables are set close but the room doesn't feel cramped We loved the Regional salad and the lamb merguez meatballs. As my main dish, I ordered the Halibut ceviche which is prepared with avocado, a detail that I overlooked and unfortunately I'm allergic to avocados. When the dish was placed in front of me, I was surprised and quickly signaled Lillian. She was concerned that I may have tasted the dish and offered medical attention (Benadryl) and promptly removed the dish. She encouraged me to order another main dish, but I opted for another lamb merguez meatballs which is served with warm bread. At the end of dinner, I was surprised that the halibut ceviche was taken off my bill - unexpected but appreciative gesture. 5 Stars - Hallmark of customer service at the Regional!

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

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The Farmhouse at Jessup Farm

The Farmhouse at Jessup Farm

4.0(499 reviews)
2.3 mi
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Great food and great servers!! We will be back and you need…read moreto go there if you've never been there.

I went to The Farmhouse for dinner on a Saturday night and we were able to make a same-day…read morereservation for 7. When we arrived at the complex and pulled into the massive parking lot area, there were about 5 or 6 children riding their bicycles in the lot by the ice cream shop and Farmhouse restaurant. I don't know if they lived in the area or what but it was odd and so we had to park kind of instead of right by the restaurant to avoid hitting them. When two of us walked in, we got there 15 minutes early and were hoping to enjoy a cocktail at the bar before being seated at the table. The bar only has 4 seats and it was full. The host responded, "the cocktail will taste the same at your table as it would at the bar", which came off as kind of arrogant and dismissive. Anyway, we were seated right away upstairs as our table was ready ahead of time. Our table included a bench seat against a brick wall with a few small pillows and 5 chairs. The seating against the wall was quite uncomfortable. When our entire party arrived and we ordered cocktails, appetizers, entrees, and dessert. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive. I'm giving 3-stars for food because it was hit or miss. Half our group liked their meal and the other half did not. We all agreed the best thing we had from the menu was the tiramisu dessert and I really enjoyed the small garden salad, which was actually a generous portion and I liked the radish included! I also want to say thank you to our waitress for not kicking us out when the restaurant closed, she let us enjoy our time together without making us feel rushed.

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The Farmhouse at Jessup Farm - Front Entrance.  What a beautiful "Christmas-like" evening....

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Austin's American Grill - Yum!

Austin's American Grill

3.8(419 reviews)
2.7 mi
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I decided to try this restaurant after seeing so many positive reviews, and now I completely…read moreunderstand why people love it. Every part of the experience was enjoyable from beginning to end. We were greeted warmly, seated quickly, and our server was incredibly friendly and helpful. The meal was fantastic. Everything tasted fresh and was prepared with care. Each dish had its own unique flavor, and nothing felt overly salty or greasy. The portions were just right, leaving us satisfied without feeling overly full. Even the drinks and dessert were excellent. The restaurant itself had a clean and inviting atmosphere. The tables were spotless, the seating was comfortable, and the overall vibe made it easy to relax and enjoy our evening. Even though it was busy, the staff stayed organized and attentive. This is exactly the kind of place you look forward to visiting again. The quality of the food, the professionalism of the staff, and the comfortable setting all came together to create an excellent dining experience. Highly recommended.

Eh. Over recent years, I've had very hit and miss experiences at the downtown Austin's. Yesterday…read morewas another disappointing miss. We stopped in for a late lunch, arriving around 2. We started with a beer for my husband and a mocktail for me. The mocktail (blueberry lemonade) was simply not worth the $7 price tag. Mostly ice - filled to the literal rim of the glass. So full when I took one of my first sips, ice fell to the floor. There was just a splash of ginger beer; it could've used more but, alas, no room with all that ice! When I mentioned it to the server, she explained that's how they make them. She offered to bring me another, but it seemed clear she meant I'd be paying for it. No thank you. Next, my food. I tried the salmon burger (new to the menu, I'm told) which is actually a salmon croquette on a bun with some lettuce and vinaigrette. It's HUGE and not in a good way. The first few bites were okay, and I thought the heavily breaded effect was due to biting into the edge. As I continued eating, though, most bites felt like a mouthful of bread. I can only hope there was minced salmon in it, but the ratio was so heavy on breadcrumbs that I couldn't detect it. Not the slightest hint of pink on the inside either. I ate about 1/2, my hungry hub finished it. The flaws of the salmon burger didn't seem worth pointing out to the server after the response I got with the drink. Later, as we walked around downtown, I felt like I had a lead sandwich in my stomach. My husband had a better experience than I. His bison burger came out great. No complaints. Unfortunately for me, I think I'll just have to order very specific things when coming here now. Austin's has sentimental value for me - it's the first place we dined after moving here 27 years ago. Because of that, I keep giving them second chances after they fall short. I just wish they'd return to the days of "you can't go wrong", everything is awesome.

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Rotisserie chicken

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Skillet corn bread

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Choice City - Tandoori Turkey Melt ($16) with side of citrus broccolini - requested no mayo, less cheese

Choice City

4.2(534 reviews)
2.5 mi
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This modern American venue was a gem of a find in Old Town. Moody retro modern vibe with a…read moreluxurious bistro feel. Our server was exceptiinal at his craft, offering polite recommendations and checking in at jist the right times to ensure we were taken care of. We had drinks and an appetizer and everything was deliciously elevated, definitely a cut above! Spice Theory: Blanco Tequila, Hatch Green Chili Cordial, Cacao Bitters, Agave, Lime, Tajin Ginger Lychee Martini: Haike Lychee Vodka , Ginger Cognac, Lemon Grilled Brussel Sprouts with Grilled Shaved Prosciutto on a bed of Yogurt Bechamel A visit well done. Kudos Choice City.

These are fake reviews !!…read more Yelp needs to crack down on fake reviews or their business model breaks down. No way are their so many five star reviews after the sale of the Fort Collins icon Choice City. This new rebranding of Choice City is way way over priced, totally destroyed the cool beer taps-Chimay Ale used to be on tap. It's all gone, chill vibe, great sandwiches, deli counter meats. All gone. In its place is a sterile Over priced mess of a restaurant that was decorated with on line IKEA furniture and a terrible Sysco Foods mass produced food product. Awful stay away and PS fire the BS level hospitality consultant that you hired for this. Sorry for the mean review but it is what it is.

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Choice City - The Choice City ($19) - bacon, cheddar, balsamic onions, red pepper aioli

The Choice City ($19) - bacon, cheddar, balsamic onions, red pepper aioli

Choice City - Savory Mashed Potatoes ($7 - Old Town Spice Summer Savory, buttermilk, herb butter) + Citrus Broccolini ($7 - w/ citrus yogurt vinaigrette)

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Savory Mashed Potatoes ($7 - Old Town Spice Summer Savory, buttermilk, herb butter) + Citrus Broccolini ($7 - w/ citrus yogurt vinaigrette)

Comet Chicken - Brussel sprouts

Comet Chicken

3.6(220 reviews)
0.2 mi
•$$

Wait, how is it we've eaten here three times and I haven't yet written a review? Let's get that…read morefixed! Wife N and I are in Fort Collins on what is becoming an annual trip. Saturday evening 7:30 found us in a Moot House booth. For a start we ordered the beet salad. Menu says roasted beets but we think these tasted boiled or steamed. That said, they were perfectly cooked, adorning a mixed green salad. I probably would call this a mixed green salad with beets, rather than a beet salad. Greens made up 80% of it. Still a decent salad. For mains, I ordered their Fish and Chips (2 and 3-piece available) and she ordered the Parmesan Sea Bass. The fish and chips were great, crisp, not greasy, and the shoestring fries were fantastic. Sea bass was tasty, Parmesan crusted and pan seared with charred lemon and capers on it. Yum! In prior visits we've had their wedge salad, Brussels sprouts, Reuben, Caesar salad and a few other items. Some better than others (loved the Brussels!) but all were above average for the price. See you next year!

This restaurant has been my mother's favorite forever, literally decades. She insists on taking us…read moreout to the Moot House every time we visit. Usually, the food is good and the service is excellent. Well, today she and I had dinner and I was very disappointed. She had the Pub Steak which is her go to dish, although over cooked, she was pleased. I ordered a medium rare ribeye steak. Unfortunately, the steak was almost well done, not even a hint of pink. I am sure most of us have experienced that at some point. I pointed out the problem to the staff and a 'manager' promptly came out to apologize and offer me a new steak. I accepted the offer and finished my potato while watching my mother enjoy her steak. The manager returned with my recooked steak and asked me to check the doneness while she was there. Guess what, it was still overcooked! I did not want to wait for a third steak, so I be agreed to eat the steak, which was OK but not the juicy medium rare ribeye that I expected for $45. To top it off and the real impetus for writing this review was when the manager suggested that if I want a medium rare steak I should just order it rare. Really? To close, all of the wait staff were great, friendly, and efficient. Maybe the waiter was new, because he said that he was sure he could get a discount on the bill for the trouble. I wasn't fishing for discounts, I just wanted to eat a good steak. Unfortunately, the management did not share his interest in admitting their failure in the kitchen. I will probably try to talk my mother into a different restaurant the next time we go out.

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Comet Chicken - Inside

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Comet Chicken - Beet salad, more a green salad with beets but it was tasty!

Beet salad, more a green salad with beets but it was tasty!

Comet Chicken - Bison Burger with Side Salad.

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Bison Burger with Side Salad.

First Watch - breakfast_brunch - Updated October 2026

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