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Great Plates of DowntownTM

From March 1 – 14, Downtown Fort Collins’ award-winning dining promotion and fundraiser for the Food Bank for Larimer County returns for a 19th year! Great Plates of Downtown™ is a celebration of the downtown dining community and features 48 participating restaurants serving up a smorgasbord of specials with breakfast, lunch, dinner, and all day menu options priced at $25, $35, $45 and $15 & Under. 

Great Plates, Greater Purpose. Choose Your Perfect Plate!

New this year - pick your plate! Choose delicious menu specials at $25, $35, $45, or $15 & Under.

Great Plates of Downtown™ 2024 Donation Total $105,661

How It Works


Participating in Great Plates of Downtown™ is as easy and delicious as a 3 course meal! You’re cordially invited to Discover, Dine & Donate!

Step
1

Discover

Check out the Great Plates of Downtown™ Restaurant Guide, available February 14, to view the specials available exclusively from March 1 – 14

Step
2

Dine

Tell your server you’d like to participate in Great Plates of Downtown™.

Step
3

Donate

After dinner or placing your order, consider leaving a donation for the Food Bank for Larimer County and be sure to tip your hardworking server as well!

*Please note that the price point does not include server tips or Food Bank donations*

2024 Menu Specials

Enjoy these breakfast, lunch, dinner, and all day menu specials during Great Plates of Downtown™ March 1 - 14.

Ace Gillett's Lounge & Supper Club
Indoor3 CoursesServes 1

3-course Dinner for 1 - $45

Course One: Lobster Fra Diavolo gnocchi OR roasted mushrooms with truffle polenta.

Course Two: 
Choice of prosciutto and melon salad with fresh mozzarella and balsamic vinaigrette OR chicken and tortellini soup with spicy Italian sausage.

Course Three: Airline Chicken Breast with a smoked pancetta cream served with Italian stuffing OR Lamb Ragu with a mint pesto risotto.

Hours: Dinner | 5 pm - Close

Price: $45

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Austin's American Grill
Indoor Carryout3 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

3-course Dinner for 1 - $25

Course 1: Choice of soup OR salad.

Course 2: Salmon Florentine - grilled Verlasso salmon, sauteed spinach, roasted red peppers, Marcona almonds in white wine and finished with a balsamic reduction. Choice of side.

Course 3: Salted caramel bread pudding OR chocolate mousse.

Hours: 4 pm - Close

Reservations: Phone. Accepts reservations Sunday - Thursday
(970) 224-9691

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Austin's American Grill
Indoor Carryout3 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

3-course Dinner for 1 - $35

Course 1: Choice of soup OR salad.

Course 2: 10 oz. Prime Rib – A 10 oz. cut of slow-roasted certified Angus prime rib, au jus with your choice of side.  While supplies last.

Course 3: Salted caramel bread pudding OR chocolate mousse.

Hours: 4 pm - Close

Reservations: Phone. Accepts reservations Sunday - Thursday
(970) 224-9691

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Austin's American Grill
Indoor Carryout3 CoursesServes 2Reservations Accepted

3-course Dinner for 2 - $45

Course 1: Choice of soup OR salad.

Course 2: Rotisserie Chicken Dinner for 2 (half chicken each) – All-natural Colorado Native chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, apple coleslaw.

Course 3: Salted caramel bread pudding OR chocolate mousse.

Hours: 4 pm - Close

Reservations: Phone. Accepts reservations Sunday - Thursday
(970) 224-9691

Price: $45

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Austin's American Grill
Indoor Carryout1 CourseServes 2Reservations Accepted

Select bottles of wine for 2 - $25

Hours: 4 pm - Close

Reservations: Phone. Accepts reservations Sunday - Thursday
(970) 224-9691

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Beau Jo's Colorado Style Pizza
Indoor Outdoor2 CoursesServes 2

2-course Meal for 2 - $35

Course 1: Two house side salads.

Course 2: One medium or gluten free pizza with up to two toppings.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Peanut Free.

Hours: All Day

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Big Al's Burgers & Dogs
Indoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

1-course Meal for 1 - $5

60/40 Burger made from 60% beef and 40% bacon, topped with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and sauce.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten-free buns are available for extra charge.

Hours: All day

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Bistro Nautile
Indoor2 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

2-course Dinner for 1 - $35

Course 1: Ginger and Salt Roasted Beet Salad - goat cheese, quinoa cracker, arugula, maple vinegar, olive oil.

Course 2: Braised Monkfish Medallions - olive tapenade butter, jasmine rice, potato, and carrot navarin stew.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten-free

Hours: Dinner | 4 pm - Close

Reservations: Phone, Online
970-224-1188
Reserve Online

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Blanchard Family Wines
Indoor Outdoor1 CourseServes 1Reservations Accepted

Specialty Wine and Cheese Pairing Flight for 1 - $35

Featuring four different cheeses paired with four different wines or hard ciders, selected by you and your wine educator. Explore the interactions between the different food and wine combinations while learning more about the Colorado and California wine regions and Blanchard Family Wines production.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Peanut Free.

Hours: All day

Reservations: Online
Reserve Online

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Blue Agave Grill
Indoor Outdoor Carryout2 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

2-course Meal for 1 - $25

Course 1: Choose one of the following: Chef’s Choice Street Taco (GFO) - chef-curated daily choice of ingredients; OR Guacamole (V, GF) - garlic, green chilies, red onion, cilantro, tomato, and lime; OR Chorizo Corn Dip - roasted corn, chipotle cream, monterey jack, served with tortilla chips.

Course 2: Choose one of the following: Top Shelf Enchiladas (GFO) - pan-sauteed shrimp, lobster, white wine, roasted red peppers, chipotle cream, monterey jack cheese, rice, and black beans; OR Airline Chicken Breast - oven-roasted with jalapeño-bacon au jus, chipotle-white cheddar mashed potatoes, and chili lime grilled asparagus; OR “MEATI” Medallion (V, GF) - dry chili rubbed with chipotle jus, cilantro chimichurri, rice, and balsamic glaze.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Dietary restrictions are noted per menu item; please inquire with staff about any additional needs.

Hours: Lunch | Dinner

Reservations: Phone, Online
970-631-8076
Reserve Online

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Butterfly Cafe
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 2

1-course Meal for 2 - $25

Two lunch boxes include a choice of sandwich, chips, freshly baked cookie, and a pickle.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Peanut Free.

Hours: Breakfast | Lunch

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Choice City
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 2Reservations Accepted

1-course Appetizer for 2, plus Wine - $35

Course 1: One pound of Mussels in your choice of sauce, PLUS a bottle of Pinot Noir.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free.

Hours: Friday & Saturday | 5 - 8 pm

Reservations: Phone
970-490-2489

Price: $35

Choice City
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 2Reservations Accepted

1-course Breakfast for 2 - $45

Two Benedicts of your choice, PLUS a bottle of sparking wine for Mimosas.

Hours: Saturday & Sunday | 9 am - 1 pm

Reservations: Phone
970-490-2489

Price: $45

Choice City
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 2Reservations Accepted

1-course Lunch for 2, plus 2 Cocktails - $35

Two burgers of your choice, PLUS two Choice City Cocktails.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free option.

Hours: All Day

Reservations: Phone
970-490-2489

Price: $35

Choice City
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 2Reservations Accepted

1-course Lunch for 2 - $25

Two burgers of your choice.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free option.

Hours: All Day

Reservations: Phone
970-490-2489

Price: $25

Choice City
Indoor Outdoor Carryout3 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

3-course Dinner for 1 - $35

Course 1: House Dinner Salad

Course 2: New York Strip Steaks with Mashed Potatoes and Veggie of the Day

Course 3: Dessert of the Day

Hours: Friday & Saturday | 5 - 8 pm

Reservations: Phone
970-490-2489

Price: $35

Comet Chicken
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

1-course Meal for 1 - $5

Original Chicken Sandwich with crisp tenders, house sauce, and pickles.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten-free buns are available for an extra charge.

Hours: All day

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Comet Chicken
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 4

1-course Meal for 4 - $25

Family pack with ten tenders, four sides, and four dipping sauces.

Hours: All Day

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Comet Chicken
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

Keg Cocktails - $5 

Whiskey Fizz, Hibiscus Margarita, OR Space Mule.

Hours: All Day

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
CooperSmith's Pub & Brewing
Indoor Outdoor1 CourseServes 2

1-course Dinner for 2 - $25

Choose two of the following: Shepherd's Pie - ground lamb, vegetable medley, pie crust, mashed potato, lamb gravy, and applesauce; OR Schnitzel - a pork schnitzel, mashed potatoes, bacon beer sauerkraut, lemon butter cream sauce; OR Greek Chicken Pasta Bowl - grilled chicken, Greek pasta salad, feta mousse, and pita bread; OR Bangers & Mash - English bangers, mashed potatoes, red onion reduction, and applesauce; OR Fish and Chips - beer battered cod with tartar sauce and beer battered fries; OR Black Bean Burger - homemade burger topped with guacamole, chipotle ranch, cheese, and choice of side (can be made vegetarian).

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Vegetarian

Hours: Dinner | 5 pm - Close

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
CooperSmith's Pub & Brewing
Indoor Outdoor1 CourseServes 2

1-course Dinner for 2 - $35

New York Strip Steak with blue butter, mashed potatoes, and vegetables.

Hours: Dinner | 5 pm - Close

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
CopperMuse Distillery
Indoor Outdoor1 CourseServes 2Reservations Accepted

1-course Meal for 2 - $35

Shrimp Po’ Boy sandwich and crawfish fondue, PLUS two hand-crafted cocktails from our regular menu.

Hours: Lunch & Dinner | Tuesday - Thursday 4 - 9 pm, Friday & Saturday 12 - 10 pm, Sunday 12 - 7 pm

Reservations: Online
Reserve Online

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
FoCo Cafe
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

1-course Meal for 1 - $15

Hot and fresh breakfast burrito with crispy bacon, melty cheddar cheese, scrambled eggs, and our homemade potato and poblano chili sauce! Comes with a freshly made cinnamon roll and unlimited coffee. 

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Peanut Free.

Hours: Breakfast | Lunch | 8:30 am - 2 pm

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Gaku Ramen
Indoor Outdoor Carryout2 CoursesServes 1

2-course Meal for 1 - $25

Course 1: Crispy golden-brown pork cutlet served atop a bed of steamed rice and topped with cabbage, complemented by a drizzle of delectable Katsu sauce. Crowned with a perfectly fried egg.

Course 2: Choice of two mochi flavors.

Hours: Lunch | Dinner

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Gilded Goat Brewing Company
Indoor Outdoor2 CoursesServes 1

2-course Beer tasting for 1 - $15 & Under

Start with a flight, stay for a pint.  

Course 1: Choose a tasting flight with four beers (5 oz. pours) from our familiar favorites or standard offerings.

Course 2: One pint of your favorite beer.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten reduced options available.

Hours: Monday - Thursday 3 - 9 pm; Friday - Sunday 12 - 9 pm

Price: $15 & Under

Illegal Pete's
Indoor Outdoor2 CoursesServes 2

2-course Dinner for 2, plus 2 Fountain Drinks - $25

Course 1: Large Chips and Queso to share.

Course 2: Choose any two Entrées* including a burrito, bowl, tacos, taquitos, or quesadilla. (*Add-ons like queso, green chile, guacamole, etc., are available for an extra charge.)

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Peanut Free

Hours: Dinner | 5 - 9 pm

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Kilwins
Carryout1 CourseServes 1

Dessert for 1 - $5

Enjoy a 1/2 pound slice of our fresh fudge. Select one of our 12 flavors. Cannot be combined with other discounts or offers. (50% savings)

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free.

Hours: All Day

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Kilwins
Carryout1 CourseServes 1

Dessert for 1 - $5

Hot mini waffle cone with a 3.5 oz. scoop of ice cream. Choose from our 32 different hand-crafted flavors, including NEW for 2024  Mint Cookies & Cream and Chocolate Caramel Cookies & Cream Ice Cream selections or our dairy-free, vegan sorbetto options.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Select ice creams are Gluten Free and Dairy Free. Sorbettos are Gluten Free, Dairy Free, and Vegan.

Hours: All Day

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
La Boutique
Indoor Outdoor Carryout2 CoursesServes 1

2-course Meal for 1 - $25

Course 1: Le Cordon Bleu Sandwich - signature sandwich, toasted on a French baguette with spicy breaded chicken breast, Jambon de Paris (French style ham), melted Gruyère cheese, topped with blue cheese cream.

Course 2: Blackcurrant Éclair Cake.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Peanut Free.

Hours: All Day

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
La Piadina - Italian Flatbread Sandwiches
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 2

1-course Meal for 2 - $25

Choose any two Piadinas from our menu AND any two beverages (including beer, wine, OR soft drink).

Our special piadina is the "La Porchetta Piadina", with house-made Tuscan porchetta, salsa verde Fiorentina, pickled red onions, and arugula.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free available for an additional cost, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Peanut Free.

Hours: Lunch | Dinner

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
La Piadina - Italian Flatbread Sandwiches
Indoor Outdoor Carryout2 CoursesServes 2

2-course Meal for 2 - $25

Course 1: Choose any two Piadinas from our menu.

Course 2: One Dessert Piadina to share.

Our special piadina is the "La Porchetta Piadina", with house-made Tuscan porchetta, salsa verde Fiorentina, pickled red onions, and arugula.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free available for an additional cost, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Peanut Free.

Hours: All Day

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Locust Cider
Indoor Outdoor1 CourseServes 1

1-course Meal for 1 - $35

Sesame chicken confit atop sticky rice with a sunomono cucumber salad, paired with two select 10 oz. pours of Locust Cider.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Peanut Free

Hours: Lunch | Dinner

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
LuLu Asian Bistro
Indoor2 CoursesServes 2

2-course Dinner for 2 - $25

Course 1: Spring Roll OR Edamame.

Course 2: Three Entrées OR three Special Rolls. Entrée choices: Sesame Chicken, Koko Chicken, Panang Tofu or Beef, Chicken Pad Thai, Chicken Drunken Noodles, LuLu’s Chicken, OR Peanut Chicken. Special Roll choices: Las Vegas, Rainbow, Green Dragon, Peachy, Kamikaze, Rocky Mountain, OR Mexico Maki.

Hours: Dinner | 5 pm

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Mugs at CSU
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

Adult Beverage for 1 - $15 & Under

Jess’ Moroccan Mint Mojito - a traditional mojito made with our Moroccan mint tea.

Hours: All day

Price: $15 & Under

Mugs at CSU
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

Beverage for 1 - $15 & Under

Matcha with Irish Cream - Happy Lucky’s Matcha with Irish Cream syrup.

Hours: All Day

Price: $15 & Under

Mugs at CSU
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

1-course Meal for 1 - $15

Mugs Reuben - featuring thinly sliced pastrami on freshly baked, locally sourced rye bread and topped with creamy, tangy Thousand Island dressing made in-house.

Hours: All Day

Price: $15 & Under

Mugs at CSU
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

1-course Meal for 1 - $11

Sweet Potato Hash - featuring tender chunks of roasted sweet potato, potatoes, cauliflower, and zucchini seasoned with garlic.

Hours: All Day

Price: $15 & Under

Mugs Old Town
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

Adult Beverage for 1 - $15 & Under

Jess’ Moroccan Mint Mojito - a traditional mojito made with our Moroccan mint tea.

Hours: All Day

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Mugs Old Town
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

Beverage for 1 - $15 & Under

Matcha with Irish Cream - Happy Lucky’s Matcha with Irish Cream syrup.

Hours: All Day

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Mugs Old Town
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

1-course Meal for 1 - $15

Mugs Reuben - featuring thinly sliced pastrami on freshly baked, locally sourced rye bread and topped with creamy, tangy Thousand Island dressing made in-house.

Hours: All Day

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Mugs Old Town
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

1-course Meal for 1 - $11

Sweet Potato Hash - featuring tender chunks of roasted sweet potato, potatoes, cauliflower, and zucchini seasoned with garlic.

Hours: All Day

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Old Town Churn
Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

Dessert for 1 - $3.50

Kids-size scoop of any flavor of ice cream.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Peanut Free.

Hours: All day

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Old Town Churn
Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 4

Dessert for 4 - $35

4-pack of pints

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Peanut Free.

Hours: All Day

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Philippe French Bistro
Indoor3 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

3-course Dinner for 1 -$45

Course 1: Salade D'Orange et de Fenouil - brûléed blood orange, shaved fennel, radicchio, goat cheese, sorrel vinaigrette.

Course 2: Confit de Poulet aux Couscous et Harissa Jus - confit chicken breast, mint pea puree, pearl couscous, compressed apples, saucisson basque, saffron-harissa jus.

Course 3: Vanilla Bean Creme Brûlée - chocolate hazelnut pirouline and seasonal berries.

Hours: Dinner | Wednesday - Saturday 4:30 - 9 pm, Sunday 4:30 - 8 pm

Reservations: Online, Phone
970-631-8482
Reserve Online

Price: $45

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Pour Brothers Community Tavern
Indoor Outdoor1 CourseServes 2

1-course Meal for 2 with Wine - $35

Charcuterie board - featuring capicola, salami, burnt end beef sausage, delicious cheeses with accoutrements including house jam, honey mustard, pickled hard-boiled egg, spicy house pickles, olives, and almonds. Served with lavash bread and crackers.  Two glasses of wine are included; choose from Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, OR Sauvignon Blanc.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: We can serve without crackers or bread (Gluten Free) or without meats (Vegetarian).

Hours: Lunch | Dinner

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
RARE Italian
Indoor1 CourseServes 1Reservations Accepted

We will be discounting our ENTIRE menu to fit into the $25, $35, $45, and $15 & Under price points. From dry-aged steaks to house-made pasta, everything will be priced for Great Plates of Downtown™! We will also have wine specials!

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Peanut Free. We are a scratch-made kitchen and can accommodate any and all special dietary restrictions!

Hours: Dinner | 4 pm - Close

Reservations: Online, Phone
970-294-4544
Reserve Online

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
RARE Italian
Indoor1 CourseServes 1Reservations Accepted

We will be discounting our ENTIRE menu to fit into the $25, $35, $45, and $15 & Under price points. From dry-aged steaks to house-made pasta, everything will be priced for Great Plates of Downtown™! We will also have wine specials!

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Peanut Free. We are a scratch-made kitchen and can accommodate any and all special dietary restrictions!

Hours: Dinner | 4 pm - Close

Reservations: Online, Phone
970-294-4544
Reserve Online

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
RARE Italian
Indoor1 CourseServes 1Reservations Accepted

We will be discounting our ENTIRE menu to fit into the $25, $35, $45, and $15 & Under price points. From dry-aged steaks to house-made pasta, everything will be priced for Great Plates of Downtown™! We will also have wine specials!

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Peanut Free. We are a scratch-made kitchen and can accommodate any and all special dietary restrictions!

Hours: Dinner | 4 pm - Close

Reservations: Online, Phone
970-294-4544
Reserve Online

Price: $45

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
RARE Italian
Indoor1 CourseServes 1Reservations Accepted

We will be discounting our ENTIRE menu to fit into the $25, $35, $45, and $15 & Under price points. From dry-aged steaks to house-made pasta, everything will be priced for Great Plates of Downtown™! We will also have wine specials!

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Peanut Free. We are a scratch-made kitchen and can accommodate any and all special dietary restrictions!

Hours: Dinner | 4 pm - Close

Reservations: Online, Phone
970-294-4544
Reserve Online

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Restaurant 415
Indoor Outdoor3 CoursesServes 2Reservations Accepted

3-course Dinner for 2 - $35

Course 1: House 415 Salad OR Caesar Salad to share.

Course 2: Share one of five hand-tossed artisan Pizzas (GF for an additional charge); OR Blackened Cauliflower.

Course 3: Two 2-bite homemade cupcakes. PLUS choose two glasses of either Shiraz or Pinot Grigio OR two pints of New Belgium Brewing’s Old Aggie or Odell Brewing Company’s seasonal rotator.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Peanut Free.

Hours: Dinner | 4 pm - Close

Reservations: Phone
970-407-0415

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
Indoor Outdoor3 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

3-course Meal for 1 - $25

Course 1: Diabla Shrimp Empanada - sautéed shrimp, chile de arbol sauce, and jack cheese.

Course 2: 
Texas Sausage and Chicken Fajita - grilled to perfection and served with rice, black beans, grilled veggies, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and flour tortillas.

Course 3: 
Orange Tres Leches Cake (GF) - orange whipped cream cheese frosting, candied orange peel.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Peanut Free.

Hours: Lunch | Dinner

Reservations: Online
Reserve Online

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Rodizio Grill
Indoor3 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

3-course Dinner for 1 - $35

Course 1: Enjoy UNLIMITED Brazilian appetizers featuring Banana Fritters, Polenta, Pao de Queijo.

Course 2: UNLIMITED trips to our gourmet salad and hot sides bar.

Course 3: UNLIMITED four item Brazilian Rotisserie Sampler carved tableside: top sirloin, sweet and spicy chicken, brown sugar glazed ham, and pineapple.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free.

Hours: Dinner | 4 - 9 pm

Reservations: Phone, Online
970-482-3103
Reserve Online

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Rodizio Grill
Indoor4 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

4-course Dinner for 1 - $45

Course 1: Enjoy UNLIMITED Brazilian appetizers featuring Banana Fritters, Polenta, Pao de Queijo.

Course 2: UNLIMITED trips to our gourmet salad and hot sides bar.

Course 3: UNLIMITED Full Brazilian rotisserie menu featuring over a dozen items carved tableside: top sirloin, tri-rip, garlic sirloin, leg of lamb, Pacific white fish with passionfruit, marinated chicken, sweet and spicy chicken, bacon-wrapped chicken, Brazilian pork sausage, brown sugar glazed ham, pineapple, marinated chicken hearts, and roasted vegetables.

Course 4: Gourmet dessert to share.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free.

Hours: Dinner | 4 - 9 pm

Reservations: Phone, Online
970-482-3103
Reserve Online

Price: $45

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Scrumpy’s Hard Cider Bar and Pub
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 2

1-course Meal for 2 - $25

Choice of any two burgers OR cider-braised pulled pork sandwich with two sides of fries AND two 8 oz. pours of any Summit Hard Cider or non-alcoholic beverage.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free available for an additional $2.

Hours: Lunch | Dinner

Price: $25

Silver Grill Cafe
Indoor Outdoor Carryout2 CoursesServes 2

2-course Meal for 2 - $25

Course 1: Share one of our famous cinnamon rolls.

Course 2: Choose two of the following:

OPTION #1: Eggs Benedict - English muffin, poached eggs, ham, hollandaise, hash browns;

OPTION #2: Old Towner Breakfast - scrambled eggs, ham, onions, peppers, tomatoes, cheese, salsa, toast, hash browns;

OPTION# 3: French Dip - slow roasted beef, Swiss, toasted hoagie, choice of side;

OPTION #4: Avocado Toast - toasted sourdough, avocado, tomato, spinach, pepitas, poached egg, olive oil, everything bagel spice, choice of side.

OPTION #5: Cinnamon Roll French Toast – famous cinnamon rolls, batter-dipped, powdered sugar.


Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Vegetarian.

Hours: Breakfast | Lunch, 7 am – 2 pm

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Silver Grill Cafe
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 2

Build-Your-Own Mimosas for 2 - $25

Build your own at your table with a liter of freshly squeezed orange juice and a bottle of Prosecco.

Hours: Breakfast | Lunch, 7 am - 2 pm

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Social
Indoor1 CourseServes 2

Charcuterie and Cocktails for 2 - $35

Two featured cocktails AND a premium cheese and charcuterie board to share.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free.

Hours: Dinner | 4 pm - Close

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Sonny Lubick Steakhouse
Indoor2 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

2-course Dinner for 1 with Wine - $35

Course 1: Caesar Salad - romaine hearts, Parmesan tuile, garlic crouton, white anchovies, and lemon.

Course 2: Slow-roasted Prime Rib - with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and rosemary au jus.

Wine: Pair it with a glass of wine. Choose from: Sparkling, Rose, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, OR Cabernet Sauvignon.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Dairy Free, Peanut Free.

Hours: Dinner | 4 pm - Close

Reservations: Phone, online
970-484-9200
Reserve Online

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Sonny Lubick Steakhouse
Indoor1 CourseServes 2Reservations Accepted

Appetizer and Wine for 2 - $25

Black Pepper Pork Belly with fresh chimichurri, roasted cherry peppers, and pickled pearl onions AND two glasses of wine.

Wine: Choose from: Sparkling, Rose, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, OR Cabernet Sauvignon.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Peanut Free.

Hours: Dinner | 4 pm - close

Reservations: Phone, online
970-484-9200
Reserve Online

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Sonny Lubick Steakhouse
Indoor2 CoursesServes 1

2-course Dinner for 1 with Wine - $45

Course 1: Caesar Salad - romaine hearts, Parmesan tuile, garlic crouton, white anchovies, and lemon.

Course 2: Crispy Skin Salmon - with garden pea puree, roasted potatoes and radishes with a bacon vinaigrette.

Wine: Pair it with a glass of wine. Choose from: Sparkling, Rose, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, OR Cabernet Sauvignon.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Dairy Free, Dairy Free, Peanut Free.

Hours: Dinner | 4 pm - Close

Price: $45

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
STUFT a Burger Bar
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1Reservations Accepted

1-course Meal for 1 - $15

All American burger and fries.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Peanut Free.

Hours: Lunch | Dinner

Reservations: Phone
970-484-6377

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Corner Slice
Indoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

1-course Meal for 1 - $15

Sausage Parmesan Hero Sandwich. Locally made spicy Italian sausage from our friends at LA BOUTIQUE, peppers and onions, pizza sauce, mozzarella, and locally made Italian bread from the Bread Chic! 

Hours: Lunch | Dinner | 12 - 10 pm

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Corner Slice
Indoor Carryout4 CoursesServes 2

4-course Meal for 2 - $45

Course 1: Homemade bruschetta appetizer.

Course 2: Ceasar or seasonal salad.

Course 3: Homemade Manicotti - house-made pasta sheets rolled with house-seasoned ricotta cheese, baked in our pizza sauce and mozzarella cheese. Optional add-ons of meatballs, chicken breast, or eggplant, add $4. Plus, enjoy a 50% discount on bottles of wine!

Course 4: Carly's Homemade cast iron Chocolate Chip cookie or our Dessert Pretzels.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Vegetarian.

Hours: Lunch | Dinner | 12 - 10 pm

Price: $45

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Corner Slice
Indoor Carryout4 CoursesServes 1

4-course Meal for 1 - $25

Course 1: Homemade bruschetta appetizer.

Course 2: Ceasar or seasonal salad.

Course 3: Homemade Manicotti - house-made pasta sheets rolled with house-seasoned ricotta cheese, baked in our pizza sauce and mozzarella cheese. Optional add-ons of meatballs, chicken breast, or eggplant, add $4. Plus, enjoy a 50% discount on bottles of wine!

Course 4: Carly's Homemade cast iron Chocolate Chip cookie or our Dessert Pretzels.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Vegetarian.

Hours: Lunch | Dinner | 12 - 10 pm

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Corner Slice
Indoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

1-course Meal for 1 - $12

Homemade Manicotti - house-made pasta sheets rolled with house-seasoned ricotta cheese, baked in our pizza sauce and mozzarella cheese. Optional add-ons of meatballs, chicken breast, or eggplant, add $4. Plus, enjoy a 50% discount on bottles of wine!

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Vegetarian

Hours: Lunch | Dinner | 12 - 10 pm

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Corner Slice
Indoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

Appetizer - $8

Pigs in a blanket appetizer. Locally made spicy italian sausage wrapped in our pizza dough, baked and tossed in butter garlic parmesan served with warm pizza sauce. 

Hours: Lunch | Dinner | 12 - 10 pm

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Crooked Cup
Indoor Carryout1 CourseServes 2

1-course Meal for 2 - $25

Choose any two medium-size Signature Specialty Espresso Lattes OR our Specialty Tea Lattes AND pick two of our house-made Breakfast Burritos. Try them with our own house-made Caffein-Ferno hot sauce (made with our cold brew coffee) or salsa!

Hours: All day

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Emporium: An American Brasserie
Indoor2 CoursesServes 2Reservations Accepted

2-course Dinner for 2 - $45

Course 1: Madeira Mushrooms - sweet Madeira wine, button mushrooms, crema, chevre toast point, green onion.

Course 2: Chicken Coq Au Vin - pan seared chicken breast, red wine, forest mushroom, garlic, lardons, toasted farro, seasoned broccolini.

Hours: Dinner | Sunday - Thursday, 5 - 9 pm; Friday and Saturday, 5 - 10 pm

Reservations: Phone, online
970-493-0024
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Price: $45

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Melting Pot
Indoor4 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

4-course Meal for 1 - $45

Course 1: Choice of any cheese fondue from our dinner menu served with artisan breads, fresh fruits, and veggies.

Course 2: Choose any gourmet salad from our dinner menu.

Course 3: Fondue Entree, including Teriyaki sirloin, Pacific white shrimp, herb-crusted chicken breast, and wild mushroom ravioli served with fresh garden vegetables and signature dipping sauces.

Course 4: Choice of any decadent chocolate fondue served with a variety of sweet treats and fresh fruits.

~A SAVINGS OF $13 PER PERSON~

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan.

Hours: Dinner | Monday - Thursday 5 - 10 pm, Friday 4 - 10 pm, Saturday 3 - 10 pm, Sunday 3 - 9 pm

Reservations: Phone, Online
970-207-0100
Reserve Online

Price: $45

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Melting Pot
Indoor3 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

3-course Meal for 1 - $35

Course 1: Choice of any cheese fondue from our dinner menu served with artisan breads, fresh fruits, and veggies PLUS our artisan charcuterie board.

Course 2: Choose any gourmet salad from our dinner menu.

Course 3: Choice of any decadent chocolate fondue served with a variety of sweet treats and fresh fruits, PLUS our sweet additions including cream puffs, macarons, and caramel sea salt cheesecake.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan.

Hours: Dinner | Monday - Thursday 5 - 10 pm, Friday 4 - 10 pm, Saturday 3 - 10 pm, Sunday 3 - 9 pm

Reservations: Phone, Online
970-207-0100
Reserve Online

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Regional
Indoor3 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

3-course Dinner for 1 - $35

Course 1: Malaysian Shrimp Fritter with sweet chili sauce - savory shrimp fritters made with turmeric, scallion, ginger, and shrimp. Fried until crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy in the center. Served with a sweet chili sauce. OR Fried Plantains with jalapeño yogurt sauce - plantains are baked until tender then smashed and fried until crispy served with a spicy and creamy jalapeño and yogurt sauce.

Course 2: Regional bibb salad - tender bibb lettuce with pickled shallot, toasted almonds, and pecorino dressed with a honey lemon vinaigrette. OR North African Carrot Soup - rich and savory carrot soup seasoned with warm spices and finished with tahini yogurt and a herbaceous chermoula.

Course 3: Chicken Tagine over basmati rice with golden raisins - chicken thighs marinated in yogurt and braised until tender with olives, harissa, onions, and garlic served over basmati rice studded with golden raisins. OR Vegetable Curry over basmati rice with golden raisins - rich and savory coconut curry with potato, carrot, and cabbage, garnished with toasted coconut and sambal.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Dairy Free, and Vegetarian options available.

Hours: Dinner | 4 pm - Close

Reservations: Online
Reserve Online

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Reserve By Old Elk Distillery
Indoor1 CourseServes 1Reservations Accepted

1-course Meal for 1 - $25

Course 1: Cast-iron skillet of chili topped with cheese and chives with your choice of craft cocktail or mocktail.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Peanut Free.

Hours: Lunch | Dinner

Reservations: Online, Phone
970-682-3330
Reserve Online

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Still Whiskey Steaks
Indoor2 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

2-course Meal for 1 - $25

Course 1: House salad with your choice of dressing.

Course 2: Pork Schnitzel - two herb crusted pork loins, mushroom demi-glace, and mashed potatoes.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free.

Hours: All Day

Reservations: Online
Reserve Online

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Still Whiskey Steaks
Indoor2 CoursesServes 1

2-course Meal for 1 - $35

Course 1: House salad with your choice of dressing.

Course 2: 12 oz. New York Strip steak cooked to your liking and served with a choice of side.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free.

Hours: All Day

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Still Whiskey Steaks
Indoor1 CourseServes 1

1-course Meal for 1 - $45

Meat Pile - 24 oz. of filet tossed in garlic and bone marrow butter and topped with chimichurri. Served with grilled bread.

Hours: All Day

Price: $45

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Welsh Rabbit Cheese Shop
Carryout1 CourseServes 4

1-course Meal for 4 - $45

Cheese & Charcuterie Picnic
A carefully curated selection of imported cheeses and meats to enjoy as a picnic or to take home. Each box will be accompanied with crackers, and a jam, as well as other accoutrements to round out this special. We will include all materials needed, to be able to enjoy this offer on the go.

Add a Bottle of Wine - $25
Throughout Great Plates we will be rotating a selection of wines that can be added to your picnic box, or separately sold, for your enjoyment. You can sip freely knowing you are enjoying a nice bottle while also supporting the local Food Bank.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Peanut Free

Hours: All Day

Price: $45

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
The Welsh Rabbit Cheese Shop
Carryout1 CourseServes 2

Bottle of Wine - $25

Throughout Great Plates we will be rotating a selection of wines that can be added to your picnic box, or separately sold, for your enjoyment. You can sip freely knowing you are enjoying a nice bottle while also supporting the local Food Bank.

Hours: All Day

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Tom Kha Thai Asian Bistro
Indoor2 CoursesServes 2

2-course Meal for 2 - $25

Course 1: Vegetable Egg Rolls (four pieces) OR Cheese Wontons (four pieces).

Course 2: Choose any two meals from Wok Fried Rice and Fortune Noodles menu.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free.

Hours: All Day

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Tom Kha Thai Asian Bistro
Indoor2 CoursesServes 2

2-course Meal for 3 - $35

Course 1: Vegetable Egg Rolls (four pieces) OR Cheese Wontons (four pieces).

Course 2: Choose any three meals with chicken or tofu from: Spicy Basil Fried Rice, House Fried Rice, Kung Pao Fried Rice, Pineapple Fried Rice, Thai Curry Fried Rice, Spicy Basil Noodles, Pad Thai, Pattaya Street Noodles, Drunken Noodles, Khao Soi Thai Noodles, Panang Curry, Red Curry, Green Curry, Yellow Curry, OR Pumpkin Curry.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Dairy Free.

Hours: All Day

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Union Bar & Soda Fountain
Indoor Outdoor1 CourseServes 2

1-course Meal for 2 - $35

Choose two of the following: our famous Union Double Angus Burger, Tofu Banh-Mi Sandwich (V), OR Jefferson Street Cobb Salad. PLUS, choose two craft Union cocktails: Union Sangria, Froze, Porch Sling, OR Sinless Spritz (NA).

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan.

Hours: Lunch | Dinner | 11 am - 10 pm

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Union Bar & Soda Fountain
Indoor Outdoor1 CourseServes 2

1-course Breakfast for 2 - $25

Choose two NEW Union breakfast entrees PLUS two mimosas or Sinless Spritz (NA) beverages.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan.

Hours: Breakfast | 8 - 11 am

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Uno Mas Taqueria Y Cantina
Indoor Outdoor3 CoursesServes 2

3-course Meal for 2 - $45

Course 1: Chips and queso OR guacamole.

Course 2: Choose any four tacos from our regular menu.

Course 3: Churros.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Peanut Free.

Hours: Lunch | Dinner

Price: $45

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Urban Egg a daytime eatery
Indoor Outdoor2 CoursesServes 1Reservations Accepted

2-course Meal for 1 - $25

Course 1: SWEET: Blueberry Streusel or Strawberry Cheesecake Pancake.

Course 2: SAVORY: Rocky Mountain Corned Beef Hash - two eggs your style, slow roasted corned beef, sauteed peppers, hash browns, jalapeño bacon chutney, jalapeño slivers, and choice of toast. Served with choice of tea or coffee.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free.

Hours: Breakfast | Lunch

Reservations: Online
Reserve Online

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Vatos Tacos & Tequila
Indoor Outdoor2 CoursesServes 2

2-course Meal for 2 - $25

Course 1: Chips and chili con queso OR chips and guacamole.

Course 2: Choice of any six Street Tacos on our menu (limit two of the same taco type per order).

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Gluten Free, Dairy Free.

Hours: Lunch | Dinner

Price: $25

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Walrus Ice Cream
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

Dessert for 1 - $2.50

Made-to-order ice cream sandwich, crafted with any of our homemade, all-natural based flavors and nestled between chocolate wafer cookies.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Vegan, Dairy Free options available.

Hours: All Day

Price: $15 & Under

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Walrus Ice Cream
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 4

Dessert for 5 - $35

Five-pack of hand-packed pints.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Vegan, Dairy Free options available.

Hours: All Day

Price: $35

 Accepts Downtown Gift Cards
Yellow Crunch
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

1-course Meal for 1 - $12.50

Mix and match Empanada flight (4 pieces). Choose from: Medallo - corn dough filled with beef and potatoes; Chicken - corn dough filled with chicken; Vegetarian - stuffed with potato, hogao, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, and sweet corn; OR Nacho - filled with smoked pork, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, and BBQ sauce.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Vegetarian, Dairy Free.

Hours: All Day

Price: $15 & Under

Yellow Crunch
Indoor Outdoor Carryout1 CourseServes 1

1-course Meal for 1 with Juice - $14.95

Mini Arepa Rellena with choice of shredded beef, shredded chicken, or vegetarian PLUS a 12 oz. natural juice made from 100% Colombian fruit.

Accommodates Dietary Restrictions: Vegetarian, Dairy Free.

Hours: All Day

Price: $15 & Under

Participating Locations

Great Plates FAQ

What is Great Plates of Downtown™?

Downtown Fort Collins and restaurants present a vibrant dining tradition for our community each March. Dining enthusiasts are encouraged to “Dine. Discover. Donate.” during this two-week culinary celebration. One hundred percent of the donations collected go directly to support the Food Bank for Larimer County.

When is the promotion?

March 1 – March 14. Check the Menu Specials for the hours each restaurant is offering their special.

Where is the promotion held?

Great Plates of Downtown™ takes place at 48 restaurants in Downtown.

What does it cost?

Each participating restaurant creates a unique menu special priced at $25, $35, $45, or $15 & Under, not including tax, tip, or donation. Specials range from a gourmet multi-course meal for one to a feast for four.

Please note that donations, tax, and tips are not included in the menu special pricing pricing, so after you dine, consider leaving a donation. Every $1 donated to the Food Bank for Larimer County, two meals worth of food to someone in our community! For more information on the Food Bank for Larimer County or to donate online, visit https://foodbanklarimer.org/.

Why did the prices change to $25, $35, $45, and $15 & Under?

Great Plates of Downtown™️ has updated its pricing structure to offer a wider variety of dining options to choose from. Whether you're in the mood for a fancy four-course meal, a quick bite for one, or a family meal for four, you can select the perfect plate at a flexible price. Many menu specials are also available at the historic $25 price point.