5 Romantic Restaurants in Downtown, Fort Collins CO for a Date
Updated 11 October 2026 · 5 restaurants in Downtown, Fort Collins CO considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers five restaurants in Downtown Fort Collins, Colorado, that Google lists as romantic. It is meant for couples planning a date night or a special dinner in the area. The list is ranked by Google rating, and five qualifying businesses were considered. Each entry shows the price range where Google provides one, hours, and what reviewers mention about the atmosphere and service. Check current hours before you go.
#1
Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse Fort Collins
★ 4.7 (2,908 Google reviews)Brazilian restaurant$40–80 per person
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Rodizio Grill is at 200 Jefferson St and serves lunch and dinner on most days. Its price range is $40 to $80, and it has a 4.7 rating from 2,908 reviews. Google lists a private dining room, a salad bar, a great wine list, great cocktails, and dessert, plus wheelchair-accessible toilets. Reviewers describe a date night where the server was kind and attentive, and a cozy room that still feels spacious when busy. Others say the food was uneven for them.
Best for: Date night with a private dining room
- Address
- 200 Jefferson St, Fort Collins, CO 80524, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–9 pm; Mon 4–9 pm; Sat 11 am–9 pm; Sun 11 am–9 pm; Thu 4–9 pm; Tue 4–9 pm; Wed 4–9 pm
#2
RARE Italian
★ 4.5 (1,306 Google reviews)Italian restaurant
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RARE Italian is at 101 S College Ave and opens each day from 4 to 9:15 pm. It has a 4.5 rating from 1,306 reviews. Google lists great cocktails, a great wine list, great dessert, outdoor seating, and happy-hour food and drinks. Reviewers describe a table outside on the corner with a view of Old Town, and a waiter who explained the menu well. One reviewer said the steaks are excellent and the tiramisu memorable, while noting the prices are high.
Best for: Outdoor table with wine and steak
- Address
- 101 S College Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80524, United States
- Hours
- daily 4–9:15 pm
#3
little on mountain
★ 4.5 (605 Google reviews)New American restaurant$50–100 per person
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little on mountain is at 1046 W Mountain Ave and serves dinner most evenings from 4:30 to 8:30 pm, with weekend brunch from 8 am. Its price range is $50 to $100, and it has a 4.5 rating from 605 reviews. Google lists outdoor seating, great cocktails, a great wine list, small plates, and healthy options. Reviewers mention a Valentine's Day dinner at the chef's counter and praise for oysters, scallops, and pappardelle. One reviewer found the duck greasy and below the hype.
Best for: Fine dining at the chef's counter
- Address
- 1046 W Mountain Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80521, United States
- Hours
- Fri 4:30–8:30 pm; Mon 4:30–8:30 pm; Sat 8 am–12:30 pm, 4:30–8:30 pm; Sun 8 am–12:30 pm, 4:30–8:30 pm; Thu 4:30–8:30 pm; Tue 4:30–8:30 pm; Wed 4:30–8:30 pm
#4
The Farmhouse at Jessup Farm
★ 4.4 (1,635 Google reviews)Traditional American restaurant$20–30 per person
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The Farmhouse at Jessup Farm is at 1957 Jessup Dr and is open for brunch and dinner on most days, closed Mondays. Its price range is $20 to $30, and it has a 4.4 rating from 1,635 reviews. Google lists a fireplace, outdoor seating, great coffee, great cocktails, and a great wine list. Reviewers mention a cozy atmosphere, a chorizo skillet, and a garden and chicken coop on the grounds. One reviewer had a reservation arranged the same morning without trouble, and another had a less consistent visit.
Best for: Brunch with a fireplace and garden setting
- Address
- 1957 Jessup Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–2 pm, 4–8:30 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 9 am–2 pm, 4–8:30 pm; Sun 9 am–2 pm, 4–8:30 pm; Thu 11 am–2 pm, 4–8:30 pm; Tue 11 am–2 pm, 4–8:30 pm; Wed 11 am–2 pm, 4–8:30 pm
#5
The Emporium: An American Brasserie
★ 4.2 (813 Google reviews)Restaurant
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The Emporium is at 378 Walnut St and is open daily from 6 am to 11 pm, with a Monday afternoon break. It has a 4.2 rating from 813 reviews. Google lists great cocktails, great wine, great coffee, outdoor seating, and happy-hour drinks. Reviewers mention an anniversary celebration where staff greeted the couple and marked the occasion, and a drinks menu explained by the server. Several say the room can be loud but was calm on their visit.
Best for: Anniversary dinners and a varied menu
- Address
- 378 Walnut St, Fort Collins, CO 80524, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6 am–11 pm; Mon 6 am–1:45 pm, 4–11 pm; Sat 6 am–11 pm; Sun 6 am–11 pm; Thu 6 am–11 pm; Tue 6 am–11 pm; Wed 6 am–11 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 5 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 “Romantic”, 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
- Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse Fort Collins, RARE Italian, little on mountain, The Farmhouse at Jessup Farm and The Emporium: An American Brasserie take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, The Emporium: An American Brasserie opens at 6 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?
Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse Fort Collins ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 2,908 reviews. RARE Italian is second at 4.5 from 1,306 reviews.
Which restaurants in Downtown, Fort Collins CO are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is The Emporium: An American Brasserie, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse Fort Collins $40–80; little on mountain $50–100; The Farmhouse at Jessup Farm $20–30. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse Fort Collins, RARE Italian, little on mountain, The Farmhouse at Jessup Farm and The Emporium: An American Brasserie.
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