The green chili cheese fries were easily enough to share, and the bison burger was cooked just the…read moreway I like it. It had a laid-back neighborhood vibe, and I found myself wanting to come back to try more of the menu.

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.

This was our first visit. The food was great and the atmosphere on the patio was very relaxing…read more We had a wonderful experience. We will be returning here again most definitely!

Arrived into Fort Collins on a 5-day quick getaway. As always with a long day of travel, evening…read morerolled around and we were famished. Thursday night 8:00 found us here at DC Oakes. We were offered indoor or outdoor seating and we opted for outdoors on this balmy 80-degree evening. Wife N started with a mocktail: Summer Crush. Delicious and we didn't miss the normally included liquors in the spirited version. She ordered a make it yourself burger: just the bun, patty, some ketchup and mayo. Medium. Side of fries. Her way. Burger perfect medium. Fries were crispy, above average. I ordered the Mushroom Avocado burger, also medium. Burger was juicy, flavorful, and the tempura avocados were an interesting twist on the un-fried norm. First couple bites had some crisp but mostly the avocados got soggy halfway through. Not sold on the tempura frying but the sandwich on the whole was great. Got some local draft on the side. Well taken care of, food was great, will return.

New ownership, great atmosphere and staff. This has become a restaurant instead of a deli. But I…read morethoroughly enjoyed our meal. The chicken drumlettes (wings) were outstanding. They trimmed the bone end and pushed all the meat to the top. This made them less fatty and stringy, more crispy and delicious. Their short rib croquettes were also amazing. I'd never had a short ribs prepared this way stuffed inside a tasty pastry with potato and cheese. They are my new favorites. I was so full on appetizers that I went straight to dessert next and I have to say that their cookie dough creme brûlée. It wasn't too sugary and the cookie dough flavoring was not overpowering. Simply fantastic way to end a meal. I even took home their brownie and ice cream for my housemate. They said it was the best brownie they've ever had.

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.

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.

Had three good experiences at Austin's during a recent business trip. The restaurant has plenty of…read moreseating, a really nice patio, and attentive staff. On my first visit, I ordered the tri-tip. While it was good overall, it could use a few tweaks--the meat seemed a bit under-seasoned, and the presentation wasn't particularly appealing. That said, it was perfectly acceptable and hit the spot. My next two visits were at the bar, where both bartenders were friendly, attentive, and clearly knew their craft. Based on those experiences, I'd definitely return if I were in the area and would recommend others give it a try as well.

Great, find! Popped in basically out of convenience but so glad I did. Grabbed the apple and brie…read moresalad and first and foremost I could not believe the SPEED in which it came out. From the time I ordered till the plate was in front of me was probably less than four minutes. Fresh tasty and plenty filling. The sandwich and burger menu look great and if it wasn't for counting a few calories that day, I would've loved to have dived into one of the more succulent offerings. The beer menu looks good unfortunately during the workday probably wouldn't have been the best idea. Staff was friendly and obviously quick with the food and refills on my soda. I'll be back.

Tonight we waited forever. Watched the employees just sitting there not caring or were on…read moresomething.. only one employee that cared.... Something was very off tonight. Management should watch their employees. Multiple customers complaining and the employees just not giving a sh$t. Too bad it was good in the past, but I see this place closing soon.. too bad I liked the food in the past..

Food was excellent (very tasty cheese sandwiches and thick tomato soup), served quickly, arrived…read morehot and stayed warm throughout my meal. Staff were friendly and attentive. Chairs were comfortable and two wide-screen TVs were easily visible over the bar from anywhere in the room. Very convenient, especially for guests staying at the hotel.

From the owner: Are you ready to elevate your dining experience? The Bistro inside the Courtyard Fort Collins…read more is your spot. We blend classic recipes with modern flair, creating dishes that delight the senses. We are your food and beverage destination for refreshing breakfast choices in the morning, and a variety of dinner, beer and wine options in the evening. The Bistro also offers specialty beverages made with Starbucks® coffee to help you get a jump on the day. Perfect for Every Occasion Whether it's a romantic dinner, a casual brunch, or a celebration, we've got you covered.

Spacious, business casual, could be good for date night vibe American restaurant with very great…read morechicken dishes. We tried lunch for great plates of downtown. We got the chicken pot pie, quarter rotisserie chicken, and salmon quinoa cakes. Rotisserie chicken is a must order! Very juicy and delicious. Salmon quinoa cake came with a large portion of salad and was pretty good. Chicken pot pie was the best I ever had. The cornbread croutons are very delicious. Also, the service was very good!

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.

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.

Such a neat place with 100 beers on tap! I did a blasphemic thing and ordered a mojito and Aperol…read morespritz instead of beer...but both were amazing! Food was quite good also especially the Parmesan truffle fries. The ahi tuna wonton tacos were also delicious and they don't skimp on the seared tuna which I appreciated. Service was quick! We came on a Sunday night and it was not busy.

Literally the best place for dinner in Fort Collins, it rivals some Michelin spots I've been to…read more One of the best dressings on a simple starter salad I've ever had; I ate it like chips. Fresh, quality ingredients, nothing too fancy, just incredible cooking technique for a reasonable "nice dinner" price. The ambiance is small and humble, but still feels like a nice night out. Service is great, and they all look like they've been chosen from a casting agency for a small town restaurant drama. Warning if you have a vertical ID: even if you can legally drink, they might not take it and WILL lecture you.

Solid neighborhood spot in Old Town Fort Collins, would go back. Walked in expecting a quaint…read morefarm-to-table place and got exactly that, plus a buzzing bar scene I wasn't ready for. The Lamb Merguez Meatballs were the standout. Spiced, saucy, topped with something cool and creamy, blew my tastebuds away. The Halibut Ceviche was very good and big enough to share with the table. The Regional Salad held its own as a side. Beer, wine, and full bar are all well stocked, and the bar itself was packed with what looked like regulars catching up. Service was friendly from the door to the table. No complaints there. Heads up on the noise. For the first 15 minutes we couldn't hear the couple sitting across from us. Once the party behind us cleared out, it dropped to a normal restaurant volume, but if you're picky about hearing your dinner conversation, ask for a table away from the bar side. Not cheap, but it never claimed to be. You're paying for local sourcing and a place people actually want to hang out at. Go for the meatballs and the ceviche. Come early or sit on the patio if you want to talk. Come hungry and thirsty if you just want to be in the mix.

My wife and I walked in late on a Sunday night on a whim. Well, not late for them, as it turns…read moreout, because they're open till 2 AM every night of the week. Just a couple other folks there, so we settled into a table and I ordered a beer. My wife ordered a Mediterranean salad and a veggie sandwich. I had the red chili with cornbread and a Chicago-style hot dog. Great prices and great-tasting food. It really hit the spot for both of us. A warm and welcoming atmosphere, as usual.

I love Willie Ollie's (I hope the nickname catches on). Reliably fresh and flavorful food and such…read morea nice community space!