The Fort

4.6

7347 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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Situated in the Red Rocks country 17 miles southwest of Denver on Hwy 285, The Fort is a true replica of Bent's Fort, (1833-1849), the first American fur trade post in Colorado. The Cheyenne, Arapahoe, Kiowa and Pawnee traded and intermarried at Bent's Old Fort, creating an economic and peaceful exchange of cultures in an otherwise violent West. The Fort building is on the National Registry of Historic Places, and celebrates the many cultures that traded at Bent's Old Fort. Our menu features "New Foods of the Old West" including the best cuts of buffalo, elk and quail, grilled to perfection. There are vegetarian options inspired by American Indian recipes including Corn Beans and Squash, known as the Three Sacred Sisters. The wine list is awarded the Wine Spectator each year, and the nine dining rooms, with intimate seating, has a 350 seat capacity, with real adobe "beehive "fireplaces that burn wood in the winter and fall months. Romantic. Amazing views of the Valley and Mountains!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

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(303) 697-4771

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Wild Game, Southwest
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–7:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–7:45 pm
Phone number
(303) 697-4771
Website
http://www.thefort.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Owned/operated by
Women
Executive chef
Ethan Torres
Private party facilities
The Fort offers private and semi-private spaces. Half buyouts and Full buyouts are available for groups of 200-350. Specializing in corporate dinners, cocktail receptions, weddings, rehearsal dinners, special occasions, and family get togethers. Please contact us for availability.
Private party contact
Shirley Hill: (888) 850-7812

Location
19192 Hwy. 8, Morrison, CO 80465
Neighborhood
Morrison
Cross street
Hwy 8 and US 285
Parking details
A large, spacious lot is adjacent to the restaurant. FREE Parking!
Entertainment
Indian flute music on select nights.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Peanut Butter Stuffed Jalapeños Escabeche
House-made pickled jalapeños with a mango chutney sweetened whipped peanut butter
- 1/2 Order$8.00
- Full Order$15.00
Forest Child's Stuffed Mushrooms$14.00
Fresh mushroom caps stuffed with a blend of cream cheese, parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic, onion, salt, black pepper, paprika, oregano, cumin, and bacon bits. Baked to perfection. A perfect start to a "Waugh-some" dinner!
Rocky Mountain Oysters
"The last thing that jumps over the fence" as our ranchers say. Small buffalo bites tossed in seasoned panko and deep fried to a crispy golden brown. Served with a tangy sweet chili sauce. One of our most popular appetizers!
- 1/2 Order$8.00
- Full Order$14.00
Sam's Famous Guacamole
"Denver's Best Guacamole" with big chunks of avocado, tomato, onion and fresh squeezed lime, served with corn tortilla chips
- 1/2 Order$8.00
- Full Order$14.00
Hot Sausage Bean Dip
Hot chorizo sausage sautéed with dark Stout beer, refried beans and cheddar cheese. Served with corn tortilla chips
- 1/2 Order$8.00
- Full Order$14.00
Roasted Bison Marrow Bones
Allow extra time. Known as "Prairie Butter" to the early pioneers, this delicacy was Julia Child's favorite! Served in the bone with crostini
- 1/2 Order$14.00
- Full Order$20.00
Bison Eggs
Do bison lay eggs? Pickled quail eggs wrapped in house-made buffalo sausage. Served with a raspberry-pepper jam. Our version of a Scottish Egg
- 1/2 Order$8.00
- Full Order$12.00
Braised Bison Tongue$15.00
A Historian's Treat! The bison tongue is slowly braised, peeled and sliced. Each slice of bison tongue is served on a crostini
Historian's Platter*
Enjoy a sampler platter of buffalo sausage (Boudies), The Fort's famous guacamole with tortilla chips, rocky mountain oysters, buffalo tongue on crostini, and peanut butter stuffed pickled jalapeños
- 1/2 Order$24.00
- Full Order$34.00
Mountain Man "Boudies" Sausage Platter$25.00
Get ready to howl "WAUGH!" and discover your inner mountain man or woman – for adventurous eaters only – a selection of Wild boar with Blueberry and Merlot sausage; Rattlesnake/Rabbit sausages; and Buffalo Sausages served with beer/mustard dipping sauce

Main Course

Any Entree served with mashed potatoes comes with your choice of: Hot or Mild Gonzales Green Chile, New Mexican Dixon Red Chile Gravy, Jack Daniels Barbecue, or Herbed Butter with Buffalo Bone Marrow

William Bent's Buffalo Tenderloin Filet Mignon*
So tender, it's like the first kiss! The tenderest of all, an 8-ounce buffalo filet. Served with prairie butter – a compound butter including buffalo bone marrow and herbs. Everything is better with Butter! Especially Prairie Butter! With seasonal vegetables and Fort potatoes
- Market Price
Herb Butter Buffalo Tenderloin Filet Mignon*
Our Culinary contest winner for 2018 was Sous Chef, Mike Winckler, who created this delicious preparation for any steak choice. Everything tastes better with butter! Enjoy this tender 8 ounce buffalo tenderloin, sautéed with butter, and herbs, cooked in a cast iron skillet, brought sizzling to your table. Served with Fort potatoes and seasonal vegetables
- Market Price
12 Ounce Buffalo Ribeye "Carne Asada" Style*$52.00
Enjoy this 12 ounce buffalo ribeye, marinated in a citrus chipolte blend and grilled to perfection. Served with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables
The Fort's Game Plate*$55.00
Try them All! Our most popular dish! An elk medallion, buffalo sirloin medallion, and a grilled teriyaki quail. Served with seasonal vegetables, and Fort potatoes, and wild Montana huckleberry preserves
16-Ounce Dry-Aged Beef Ribeye*$64.00
Uncle John always preferred dry aged beef which is hung in a temperature controlled cool house for over 21 days! For your inner Mountain Man or Woman! Sink your teeth into this 16-ounce ribeye, grilled to perfection, served with seasonal vegetables and butter & cream mashed potatoes
14-Ounce Colorado Natural Beef NY Strip Steak*$54.00
The marbling speaks for itself, tender, and rich with flavor! Served with seasonal vegetables and Fort potatoes
"Tenderlips" Colorado Natural Beef Filet Mignon$54.00
So tender it is like the first kiss! 6-ounce center cut beef filet grilled to perfection, served with seasonal vegetables and Fort potatoes
Incorrect Steak*$57.00
Frontiersman Dick Wootton's favorite steak and eggs. Our 14-ounce Colorado natural beef NY strip, topped with a blend of melted Mexican cheeses, New Mexican dixon red chile sauce and a fried egg, served with seasonal vegetables and Fort potatoes
Gonzales Steak*$57.00
Inspired by The Fort's wood carver Elidio Gonzales. A 14-ounce Colorado natural beef NY strip, stuffed with New Mexican hatch green chiles, topped with a freshly grilled chile pod, and served with seasonal vegetables and Fort potatoes
Elk St. Vrain*$49.00
Ceran St. Vrain was Bent's partner in the 1840s, when they were forming the Bent St. Vrain Company. Two 4-ounce elk medallions, grilled to perfection with wild Montana huckleberry preserves. Served with seasonal vegetables and Fort potatoes
General Armijo's Colorado Lamb T-Bones*$47.00
He was known to steal your sheep and then sell them back to you in the 1840s! Two grilled tender Colorado lamb T-bones, served with Mint Jelly, seasonal vegetables and butter & cream mashed potatoes
Mountains Meet the Sea*$54.00
The Fort's Cook Darren created this entree! Enjoy a 5-ounce buffalo sirloin with marinated Gulf shrimp in olive oil, sea salt and garlic, and broiled enough to caramelize them but keeping them tender and sweet inside. Served with Fort potatoes and seasonal vegetable
Smoke House Buffalo BBQ Ribs
Bent's Fort's cook, Charlotte Green would've approved! Buffalo ribs are BIG with tender meat falling off the bone! Smoked buffalo ribs, slowly roasted and smothered in our tangy Jack Daniels barbecue sauce. Served with seasonal vegetables beans and butter & cream mashed potatoes
- 4 Ribs$40.00
- 6 Ribs$50.00
Idaho Ruby Red Trout*$42.00
Baked with garlic, rosemary, butter, lemon slices, salt and pepper. Served with a sauce that includes garlic, rosemary, seafood stock, orange juice, lemon juice, and honey. Served with wild rice blend tossed with shallots, carrots, garlic, rosemary, damiana, sage, salt, and black pepper, and seasonal vegetables
Cherry Bourbon Duck Breast*$42.00
A favorite of hunters and duck meat lovers – so tender and delish! A pan seared tender duck breasts served with a Cherry Bourbon Shallot Sauce on a bed of Wild Rice Blend tossed with shallots, carrots, garlic, rosemary, damiana, sage, salt, and black pepper. Like the first kiss!
William Bent's Grilled Quail$36.00
Quail roamed the prairies in the 1840's and was a favorite food of American Indians and fur trappers! Two teriyaki marinated quail served with wild Montana huckleberry preserves, seasonal vegetables, and Fort potatoes
Roasted and Stuffed Bell Pepper$32.00
All trade forts had gardens including Bent's Fort! Susan Magoffin, who traveled to Bent's Fort in 1845, would have loved these garden fresh roasted stuffed bell peppers! A roasted pepper stuffed with a wild mushroom and heirloom bean risotto with vegetable medley, topped with cheese and served with Fort red potatoes. Vegan option available
Charlotte Green's Entrée Salad$19.00
You choose the "pickens"! Seven mixed greens with goat cheese, jicama, candied walnuts, pickled ginger and dried berries. Served with your choice of dressing

Sides Available

Add a side to any entree of:

Grilled Gulf Shrimp$21.00
Elk Medallion*$21.00
Buffalo Sirloin*$22.00
A Lamb T-Bone$17.00
Duck Breast*$20.00
Buffalo Rib$16.00
Quail$15.00
President Jefferson's Favorite Mild Green Chile Mac N' Cheese "Pudding"$12.00
Our version of his recipe served at the White House in the early 1800s. Ask your server to add Red Chile or enjoy plain to make your Mac n' Cheese Fort style!
Substitute any Starch with President Jefferson's Favorite Mac N' Cheese$6.00
Forest Mushrooms$12.00
Crisp Double Fried French Fries$8.00
Seasonal Vegetables$5.00
Mashed Potatoes$6.00
Fort Potatoes$6.00
Wild Rice Blend Tossed with Shallots, Carrots, Garlic and Herbs$8.00

Our Famous Sauces

$4. Choose from:

Hot or Mild Gonzales Green Chile
Huckleberry Preserves
New Mexican Dixon Red Chile Gravy
Jack Daniels Barbecue

Sam's Sweet Cupboard Desserts

Dish of Magill's World Famous Ice Cream$12.00
Choice of Mexican Chocolate, Salted Caramel, or Vanilla Bean ice cream
Holly's Adobe Sundae$15.00
Choice of Mexican Chocolate, Salted Caramel, or Vanilla Bean ice cream, topped with our homemade hot fudge sauce and a dusting of chocolate adobe chile powder
Homemade Rum Caramel Sundae$15.00
Vanilla Bean ice cream topped with our homemade rum caramel sauce and piñon nuts
Chocolate Chile Bourbon Cake$14.00
A delectable and ancient Aztec combination of a rich, dark chocolate, walnuts and New Mexico red chile cake. Layered with a chocolate fudge frosting with a hint of bourbon. It will make your heart sing "Hip, Hip, Huzzah!"
Negrita$14.00
The Fort's famous signature dessert. A blend of dark chocolate whipped with Myer's rum served in a chocolate tulip cup. The ideal choice for the chocolate connoisseur
Bobbie Chaim's Famous Cheesecake$14.00
A light, creamy cheesecake made with Neilson Massey's Madagascar vanilla and with a graham cracker, almond crust. "It's better than the first kiss."
Crème Brûlée$12.00
Chef's Choice. A delicate custard covered in a caramelized sugar crust
Charlotte Green's Homemade Slice of Pie$14.00
Charlotte Green was the famous cook at Bent's Old Fort and was known for her pies and spunky personality. Enjoy a slice of seasonal fruit pie served with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream

What 7,347 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

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MeredithL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed the Rocky Mountain Oysters and Bone Marrow. Then had a tasty duck. The atmosphere was relaxed and the ambience very nice. I like that the room size kept the noise down.
BW
BrendaW
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was wonderful! Grew up in Boulder and never been to the Fort. We will be going back for sure!
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Excellent
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed every aspect of our visit, the ambiance was great, the food was excellent and the service was first-class, will definitely return this summer.!!!
RB
RichelleB
Denver
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lynn is always amazing! She makes sure out experience is perfect.
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RonW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to celebrate a special occasions! The service was amazing and the food delicious!
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Dianne
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall3food3service4ambience3
Ordered medium well…got rare….so disappointed… mash potatoes were a bit elastic…..Ruth was pretty cool as was the Trader…
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EmanuelH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our second time dining at The Fort, the first time was in 2018. Very little has changed. Food, service and ambiance were all outstanding. Great place for a special occasion or date night.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Stupendous food, service, & atmosphere like no other place in Denver! Love our visits to The Fort!
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greenhorn
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful ambience and delicious food. A not-to-be-missed Denver dining experience.
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Adriannah
Chicago
8 reviews
vip
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience2
We’ve been here three times. We initially thought this would be a great place for special occasions but 2/3 we experienced poor service. The first bad experience we were given complementary dessert and 60$ in Fort Bucks. This time we came back to use the Fort Bucks and when I asked to apply them we were only allowed to use 20$ of the 60$- even through they expire this month. They they told us we could use 40$ but after actually doing the math on the way home I realized they only applied $20- this felt very deceptive. I should have looked closer at my check while there but we waited 40 minutes to get our check and I didn’t want to wait any longer to leave. My short rib came out very small and they gave me another full short rib after we were finished with our meal- this was a nice gesture but I had already ate. The servers are always very polite but there’s almost always something wrong- we’ve just decided it’s not worth the money we’re paying to eat here for the subpar service when there’s so many wonderful places to eat near Denver.
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JustinJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best guacamole anywhere! All the food was delicious and the service was wonderful.
TR
TheRock
Denver
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great food, great atmosphere, and awesome service! Great place for an awesome dining experience...
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Erik
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Delicious and unusual dining options with historical references.
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RebeccaN
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of my favorite places to go. I saw that the new patio is finished, and I cant wait to do happy hour on the patio. The ambiance really cant be beat.
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DarrellR
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went to the Fort for a birthday celebration, service was great, food was even better. A little time consuming but it was worth it. A little pricy but everything is these days.
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BillG
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Four adults and a toddler. We were all very pleased with the food and service. Such fun to try new and unusual items. We really appreciated not being rushed through our meal.
The FortResponded 6 days agoI’m delighted you enjoyed your visit to The Fort, Bill. Come see us again soon! - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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BobD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent unique dining experience. Amazing facility (assume a spring clean up of very worn entrance) Unique and yummy menu Appreciated the flute player- nice extra
The FortResponded 6 days agoBob: I’m so glad you enjoyed everything The Fort has to offer, from our unique Old West inspired cuisine to our historic ambiance and Native American flute playing from Eric “Many Winds” Herrera. I hope you will dine with us again soon! - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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Thomas
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, staff & views!
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scotth
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, this is a special place. The ambiance, history, location all add to making this a magical night. The bison and quail are excellent.
The FortResponded 6 days agoHUZZAH! I’m delighted to hear it, Scott! I agree: the Bison Tenderloin and Grilled Quail are not to be missed! - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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Noname
Denver
551 reviews
vip
5.0
551 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
For decades The Fort has been one of the region’s top restaurants both for food and ambiance. Even during a busy Restaurant Week Saturday night that applies. Sam Arnold created something special and his daughter Holly has made it even better. Good enough for world leaders, good enough for me and with gratitude to live nearby and visit regularly.
The FortResponded 6 days agoThank you for the kind words! I’m so glad you enjoyed another night at The Fort – and thank you for your continued patronage! Until next time. - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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LarryB
Denver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
The Fort’s history, staff, food selection and preparation made for a memorable evening.
The FortResponded 6 days agoI’m delighted you enjoyed everything The Fort has to offer, Larry! I hope to welcome you back from more Shinin’ Times. - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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RickD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I celebrated our ,13th anniversary and the fort was amazing. Kaylee and Ruth took very great care of us and the food was outstanding. The Drinks were spot on and it all was worth Every penny. Thank you
The FortResponded 6 days agoI’m delighted you had a WAUGH-some time at The Fort for your anniversary! I will pass along your compliments to Kaylee and Ruth. Until next time! - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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forsterk6
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious as always! Excited they changed up the 5280 a little bit with the short rib! Very accommodating for my husband's dairy allergy!
The FortResponded 6 days agoThank you for joining us for Denver Restaurant Week! I’m delighted you enjoyed our Braised Buffalo Short Ribs. I hope to welcome you back again soon. - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great Friday night at The Fort, celebrating our cousin Maranda's belated birthday. I partook in the Denver restaurant week three course offer, while everyone else ordered off of the main menu. Every time we go, I must order Julia Child's favorite appetizer on the menu "Prairie Butter" (bison bone marrow, served in femur bones with crostini). Apparently Ms. Child's niece lived in Denver, and when she came to visit she always ordered this decadent treat. The Fort is a great place to try local Colorado game. Among the four of us, we tried sausages made from rattlesnake, rabbit, antelope, and bison. Bison sirloins, elk sirloins, and roasted quail. Don't forget to try the "Trade Whiskey" cocktail that is flavored with red pepper, tobacco, and black gunpowder! Our server Brielle was amazing! The Fort has a storied history, and is a must-stop for "new to the West" out-of-town guests.
The FortResponded 6 days agoThank you for your great review and recommendation! I’m delighted you tried a variety of our Old West inspired cuisine and enjoyed Shinin’ Times at The Fort. I hope you’ll dine with us again soon. WAUGH! - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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PaulaH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to The Fort for Restaurant week. It was great, as usual. It was very busy so fairly noisy but tolerable.
The FortResponded 6 days agoI’m so glad to hear you enjoyed a classic Colorado experience at The Fort, Paula. Thank you for joining us for Denver Restaurant Week! I can’t wait to welcome you again soon. HUZZAH! - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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Susan
Denver
20 reviews
3.0
20 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
The food was good, but very heavy - even the vegan alternative. I ordered a Negroni. I’m admittedly picky about them, and it wasn’t on the menu, but it was one of the most bland and uninteresting Negroni I have ever had and it cost 1/3 more than most. I’d recommend The Fort for Happy Hour outside in the Summer - order a drink that is featured on the menu!
The FortResponded 6 days agoSusan: While I’m glad you enjoyed your meal, I apologize your Negroni did not meet the high expectations we’ve been known for since 1963. I hope you informed your server about your drink, as we’re always happy to prepare a new one if something isn’t to your liking. I hope you’ll give us another opportunity in the future. - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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AlisynB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always wonderful food! I seem to always find something new to try eat time I eat there and it's always amazing!
The FortResponded 6 days agoHUZZAH! I’m delighted you had a great time at The Fort and were able to enjoy something new, Alisyn. I hope you'll dine with us again soon! - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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TerryS
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very pleasant experience. Very good service. We were next to the window in a romantic setting. Good service. We went for Denver Restaurant Week.
The FortResponded 6 days agoTerry: I’m so glad you were able to join us for Denver Restaurant Week and had a great experience. Until next time! - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely dinner at the Fort for date night. Food and service is second to none. Non pretentious and very welcoming.
The FortResponded 6 days agoWAUGH! I’m delighted you enjoyed your time at The Fort. I hope you’ll dine with us for more Shinin’ Times soon. - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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PAULAHA
Denver
49 reviews
vip
5.0
49 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
After almost 40 years in Denver, this was our first visit to The Fort and we were completely bowled over.The place, of course, is spectacular, in the hills above Denver. Why did we wait so long? Not being huge meat eaters we just never made it a point to go here. So we decided to go for Restaurant Week and the meal was absolutely superb from start to finish. If anything makes me want to eat more meat, it's The Fort. We had to try the Rocky Mountain Oysters, and I was very hesitant, but they were surprisingly tender and delicious with an awesome red chile sauce for dipping. The salads were large and fresh; the rolls amazing; the buffalo empanadas to die for with an amazing tomatillo dipping sauce; and our entrees superb. He had the buffalo sirloin and quail, which were tender and juicy, and I had the buffalo short ribs which melted in my mouth in their delicious juices. Our waiter Eric was fantastic - SO attentive but not overly so, and the live flute music was a perfect background. I was utterly blown away by how delicious every single bite of our meal was and we will absolutely return in the future.
The FortResponded 6 days agoThank you for the glowing review, Paula! I’m so glad you enjoyed everything The Fort has to offer, from our unique Old West inspired cuisine, to our historic ambiance and Native American flute playing from Eric “Many Winds” Herrera. I hope you will dine with us again soon! - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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Saurkraut
Denver
115 reviews
vip
4.0
115 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food and service were good. Place feels touristy but is enjoyable. Wine prices are quite high.
The FortResponded 6 days agoWAUGH! I’m so glad you enjoyed your meal at The Fort! Please dine with us again soon. - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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ChrisW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and excellent service! I would definitely dine here again.
The FortResponded 6 days agoHUZZAH! Thank you for dining with us, Chris. - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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BrianO
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I went to The Fort for Restaurant Week. A wonderful experience!!
The FortResponded on March 17, 2023WAUGH! I’m delighted you enjoyed Shinin’ Times at The Fort, Brian. - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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desimport
Denver
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food. Very attentive service. A calming, relaxing environment where you can have a great conversation over your meal.
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kell0111
Denver
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
This was our second year of visiting the Fort during Denver Restaurant Week. Altthough the small room we were in should have been quiet the larger table next to us was very noisy making it difficult to converse. Also, our reservation was early and the building had not completely warmed up yet. Other than that, a nice evening.
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timberwolf123
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience with great service. We started with the peanut butter jalapeños poppers. My wife had stuffed poblano peppers which were excellent. I had the 8oz Buffalo Prime Rib, it was cooked perfectly with amazing taste. It was probably the best prime rib I've had in 20 years. I highly recommend it.
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MoShe
Denver
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Nice atmosphere
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shelleyr
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience2
We hadn’t been to the Fort for years and decided to give it a try for restaurant week. The food was just OK- the carrots were very undercooked. The mashed potatoes looked as though they had been sitting around for awhile. The food was very overpriced for what you got. It was a very cold evening out and it was freezing inside even though we were seated next to the fireplace. The waitress was a little pretentious. Overall disappointed for what we paid.
The FortResponded on March 17, 2023Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, Shelley. I apologize your recent visit to The Fort did not meet the high standard we’ve been known for since 1963 and I hope you’ll give us another opportunity in the future. At your convenience, please contact our General Manager, Scott McKenzie, at 303-697-4771, as he would like to learn more about your visit. - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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Vicki
Denver
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was absolutely wonderful. The food is amazing (even the broccoli was delicious), and the service was great (ask for Tyler W). It was such a PLEASURE to dine there. We had a cute little round room with a fireplace, 4 tables, a window, and art on the walls that we couldn't stop looking at. We had so much fun!!
The FortResponded on March 17, 2023Thank you for a great review, Vicki! I’m so glad you enjoyed your recent visit to The Fort. I will pass along your compliments to Tyler and hope you’ll join us again soon. - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress
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SueF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent, the service from Maleaha was exceptional. Very personable, not over bearing, but still attentive. The atmosphere was beautiful in that you could have a conversation with your party!! Very enjoyable experience
The FortResponded on March 17, 2023I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed a classic Colorado experience at The Fort, Sue. I will pass along your compliments to the staff. HUZZAH! - Holly Arnold Kinney, Proprietress

Safety precautions

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- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas

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- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Fort offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 697-4771.

The Fort is rated 4.6 stars by 7347 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

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Takeout

(303) 697-4771

19192 Hwy. 8, Morrison, CO 80465

Additional information

Cross street
Hwy 8 and US 285
Neighborhood
Morrison
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–7:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–7:45 pm
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Wild Game, Southwest
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
A large, spacious lot is adjacent to the restaurant. FREE Parking!
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Women
Executive chef
Ethan Torres
Entertainment
Indian flute music on select nights.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thefort.com/
Phone number
(303) 697-4771
Private party facilities
The Fort offers private and semi-private spaces. Half buyouts and Full buyouts are available for groups of 200-350. Specializing in corporate dinners, cocktail receptions, weddings, rehearsal dinners, special occasions, and family get togethers. Please contact us for availability.
Private party contact
Shirley Hill: (888) 850-7812

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Peanut Butter Stuffed Jalapeños Escabeche

Dinner Salad

Roasted Bison Marrow Bones

All Entrées Are Served With

Fort Breads

Dinner Salad

Appetizers

Peanut Butter Stuffed Jalapeños Escabeche

Forest Child's Stuffed Mushrooms$14.00

Rocky Mountain Oysters

Sam's Famous Guacamole

Hot Sausage Bean Dip

Roasted Bison Marrow Bones

Bison Eggs

Braised Bison Tongue$15.00

Historian's Platter*

Mountain Man "Boudies" Sausage Platter$25.00

Main Course

William Bent's Buffalo Tenderloin Filet Mignon*

Herb Butter Buffalo Tenderloin Filet Mignon*

12 Ounce Buffalo Ribeye "Carne Asada" Style*$52.00

The Fort's Game Plate*$55.00

16-Ounce Dry-Aged Beef Ribeye*$64.00

14-Ounce Colorado Natural Beef NY Strip Steak*$54.00

"Tenderlips" Colorado Natural Beef Filet Mignon$54.00

Incorrect Steak*$57.00

Gonzales Steak*$57.00

Elk St. Vrain*$49.00

General Armijo's Colorado Lamb T-Bones*$47.00

Mountains Meet the Sea*$54.00

Smoke House Buffalo BBQ Ribs

Idaho Ruby Red Trout*$42.00

Cherry Bourbon Duck Breast*$42.00

William Bent's Grilled Quail$36.00

Roasted and Stuffed Bell Pepper$32.00

Charlotte Green's Entrée Salad$19.00

Sides Available

Grilled Gulf Shrimp$21.00

Elk Medallion*$21.00

Buffalo Sirloin*$22.00

A Lamb T-Bone$17.00

Duck Breast*$20.00

Buffalo Rib$16.00

Quail$15.00

President Jefferson's Favorite Mild Green Chile Mac N' Cheese "Pudding"$12.00

Substitute any Starch with President Jefferson's Favorite Mac N' Cheese$6.00

Forest Mushrooms$12.00

Crisp Double Fried French Fries$8.00

Seasonal Vegetables$5.00

Mashed Potatoes$6.00

Fort Potatoes$6.00

Wild Rice Blend Tossed with Shallots, Carrots, Garlic and Herbs$8.00

Our Famous Sauces

Hot or Mild Gonzales Green Chile

Huckleberry Preserves

New Mexican Dixon Red Chile Gravy

Jack Daniels Barbecue

Sam's Sweet Cupboard Desserts

Dish of Magill's World Famous Ice Cream$12.00

Holly's Adobe Sundae$15.00

Homemade Rum Caramel Sundae$15.00

Chocolate Chile Bourbon Cake$14.00

Negrita$14.00

Bobbie Chaim's Famous Cheesecake$14.00

Crème Brûlée$12.00

Charlotte Green's Homemade Slice of Pie$14.00

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