5 Best Places for Breakfast in Downtown, Fort Collins CO
Updated 11 October 2026 · 8 restaurants in Downtown, Fort Collins CO considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers five places for breakfast in Downtown Fort Collins, Colorado, for people looking for a morning meal in the area. Each business is listed on Google as a breakfast spot. The list is ranked by Google rating, and eight qualifying businesses were considered. Entries show hours, price range, and what reviewers say about the food and service, drawn from their reviews and Google listings. Hours can change, so check each business before you visit.
#1
Lucile's
★ 4.7 (3,014 Google reviews)Cajun restaurant$10–20 per person
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Lucile's is at 400 S Meldrum St and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with breakfast hours from 7 or 8 am until 2 pm. Its price range is $10 to $20, and it has a 4.7 rating from 3,014 reviews. Google lists a Cajun restaurant category, outdoor seating, great coffee and tea, vegetarian options, and wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, and toilet. Reviewers mention a breakfast burrito, a breakfast platter, biscuits with gravy, and a Cajun omelette. Several describe the food as New Orleans-style comfort food.
Best for: New Orleans-style breakfast and biscuits
- Address
- 400 S Meldrum St, Fort Collins, CO 80521, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–2 pm; Mon 7 am–2 pm; Sat 8 am–2 pm; Sun 8 am–2 pm; Thu 7 am–2 pm; Tue 7 am–2 pm; Wed 7 am–2 pm
#2
Silver Grill Cafe
★ 4.6 (3,213 Google reviews)Diner$10–20 per person
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Silver Grill Cafe is at 218 Walnut St and is open daily from 7 am to 2 pm. It has a 4.6 rating from 3,213 reviews and a price range of $10 to $20. Google lists it as a diner with outdoor seating, kerbside pickup, delivery, great coffee, and a great tea selection. Reviewers mention cinnamon rolls, eggs with bacon and hash browns, and a Rocky Mountain toast served with lavender lemonade. Several praise the staff for running the room efficiently.
Best for: Classic diner breakfast with cinnamon rolls
- Address
- 218 Walnut St, Fort Collins, CO 80524, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–2 pm
#3
Avogadro's Number
★ 4.6 (2,025 Google reviews)American restaurant$10–20 per person
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Avogadro's Number is at 605 S Mason St and is open daily. Its price range is $10 to $20, and it has a 4.6 rating from 2,025 reviews. Google lists great coffee, great beer, a back patio, and live music. Reviewers describe a semi self-serve system, with payment first and staff who bring the food to the table. Reviewers mention a homemade tempeh burger, vegan sandwich options, and a cool building atmosphere. Parking is described as limited near the busy college area.
Best for: Coffee, breakfast, and live music
- Address
- 605 S Mason St, Fort Collins, CO 80524, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–10 pm; Mon 9 am–9 pm; Sat 9 am–10 pm; Sun 9 am–9 pm; Thu 9 am–9 pm; Tue 9 am–9 pm; Wed 9 am–9 pm
#4
Union Bar & Soda Fountain
★ 4.5 (1,820 Google reviews)New American restaurant$20–30 per person
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Union Bar & Soda Fountain is at 250 Jefferson St and serves breakfast alongside lunch and dinner. Its price range is $20 to $30, and it has a 4.5 rating from 1,820 reviews. Google lists a large patio, takeout, delivery, and comfort food, with wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet. Reviewers mention a warm welcome, a salad that met expectations, and a shake. One reviewer ordered the greasiest options and called it their own choice.
Best for: Breakfast with a patio and shakes
- Address
- 250 Jefferson St, Fort Collins, CO 80524, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 11 am–9:30 pm; Sat 10 am–10 pm; Sun 10 am–9:30 pm; Thu 11 am–9:30 pm; Tue 11 am–9:30 pm; Wed 11 am–9:30 pm
#5
Simmer Fort Collins
★ 4.5 (1,187 Google reviews)New American restaurant$20–30 per person
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Simmer Fort Collins is at 2519 S Shields St, Suite 1F, and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with breakfast from 7 am. Its price range is $20 to $30, and it has a 4.5 rating from 1,187 reviews. Google lists a fireplace, outdoor seating, delivery, great beer, and great cocktails, with wheelchair-accessible facilities. Reviewers mention breakfast burritos, a seasonal peach menu each summer, and a peach ravioli topped with a whole peach. One reviewer praised the friendly staff who hand out the burritos.
Best for: Breakfast burritos and seasonal peach dishes
- Address
- 2519 S Shields St #1f, Fort Collins, CO 80526, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–9 pm; Mon 7 am–8:30 pm; Sat 7 am–9 pm; Sun 7 am–7:30 pm; Thu 7 am–8:30 pm; Tue 7 am–8:30 pm; Wed 7 am–8:30 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 8 restaurants in Downtown, Fort Collins CO with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Breakfast”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Lucile's and Simmer Fort Collins take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Lucile's opens at 7 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Lucile's ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 3,014 reviews. Silver Grill Cafe is second at 4.6 from 3,213 reviews.
Which restaurants in Downtown, Fort Collins CO are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Avogadro's Number, at 10 pm.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Lucile's $10–20; Silver Grill Cafe $10–20; Avogadro's Number $10–20; Union Bar & Soda Fountain $20–30; Simmer Fort Collins $20–30.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Lucile's, Silver Grill Cafe, Avogadro's Number, Union Bar & Soda Fountain and Simmer Fort Collins.
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