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Where to Eat on Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year's & New Year's Eve.

2017 List of Where to Eat.

By Melissa Shrader Editor/Publisher Fort Collins Macaroni Kid December 20, 2017

Looking For Your Christmas Dinner Out? Check Out These Restaurants.

Fort Collins Restaurants

Jay's Bistro: 135 W. Oak St. Fort Collins; (970) 482-1876
Christmas Eve: 11 a.m. until at least 8 p.m.

The Moot House: 2626 S. College Ave.Fort Collins; (970) 226-2121
Christmas Eve: 11:00 a.m. - 9 p.m., New Year's Day: 11:00 a.m. - 9 p.m.

The Kitchen: 100 N. College Ave. Fort Collins; (970) 568-8869
New Year's Day:  11 a.m. with normal hours.

East Moon Asian Bistro: 2400 E. Harmony Road, Fort Collins; (970) 223-0666; and 1624 S. Lemay Ave., Unit 1; (970) 416-8333
Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day:  11 a.m. to 10 p.m. 

Hibachi Japanese Steakhouse: 1051 W. Horsetooth Rd, Fort Collins; (970) 377-0812
Christmas Eve:  4 to 10 p.m., Christmas Day: 12:00 p.m. to 10 p.m., New Year's Day:  2 to 10 p.m. 

Jax Fish House: 123 S. College Ave.Fort Collins; 970-682-2275 www.jaxfortcollins.com
Christmas Eve: A Feast of the Seven Fishes served at 7:30 p.m. If you're a fan of oysters, snow crab, fruit de mar, clam chowder, sardines or Alamosa striped bass, you won't want to miss it. Restaurant opens at 4 p.m., New Year's Day: Jax will offer an all-night happy hour starting at 4 p.m.

The Blind Pig Pub: 214 Linden St. Fort Collins; (970) 493-9197
Christmas Eve: 12 p.m. until 3 p.m., Christmas Day: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., New Year's Day:  11 a.m. by reservations only

C.B. & Potts Restaurant & Brewery: 1415 W. Elizabeth St. Ft Collins; (970) 221-1139
Christmas Eve:  11 a.m. to 7 p.m., New Year's Day: 11 a.m. Call for hours

Bo Jeaux's Bar and Grill: 820 City Park Ave. Fort Collins; (970) 484-7427
 New Year's Day: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. The bar will be open until 2 a.m.

Mulligan's Pub & Sports Club: 2439 S. College Ave. Fort Collins; (970) 449-6948
Christmas Day:  5 p.m. until 2 a.m., New Year's Day:  11 a.m.

Vincent Heavenly Pies & Pasta: 902 W. Drake Road, Fort Collins; (970) 472-0201
Christmas Eve: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Taking reservations for New Year’s Now.

Domenic's Bistro & Wine Bar: 931 E. Harmony Road, Fort Collins; (970) 207-0411
Christmas Eve: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Big Al's Burgers & Dogs: 140 W. Mountain Ave. Fort Collins; (970) 232-9815
Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., New Year's Day: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Pappy’s Corner Pub 1027 W. Horsetooth Road, 970-377-1232. The neighborhood pub is open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. with a special menu that includes a Christmas ham dinner and green chili-smothered pork tamales.

Austin's American Grill: 100 W. Mountain Ave.Fort Collins and 2815 E. Harmony Road Fort Collins; (970) 224-9691 (downtown) and (970) 267-6532 (south) Christmas Eve: regular hours, New Year's Eve & Day: Both locations will be open regular hours with special menu. Reservations highly suggested.

Romano's Macaroni Grill 4627 S. Timberline Road, 970-206-9249. The Italian-themed franchise is open from noon to 8 p.m.

Sri Thai 950 S. Taft Hill Road, 970-482-5115. This 21-year-old Thai eatery will offer dine-in and take-out ordering from 5 to 9 p.m.

Tikka Grill 1240 W. Elizabeth St., 970-698-6022. Opened earlier this year is open for its regular hours from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Tony's Bar and Rooftop 224 S College Ave. 970-484-6969.  Open normal hours, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Waffle House 3850 E. Mulberry St., 970-221-0608. This national diner chain is open 24 hours, just like it is every day.

Alley Cat Café 120 W. Laurel St., 970-495-0123. The alleyway coffee shop with a selection of baked goods and other foods is open 24 hours.

Bar Louie 321 E. Foothills Pkwy., 970-530-0600. The Foothills Mall eatery and bar is open from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Denny’s 420 Centro Way, 970-221-1493. This casual diner chain in Fort Collins is open 24 hours, just as it is every day.

East Moon Asian Bistro 2400 E. Harmony Road, 970-223-0666. The restaurant with a variety of Asian influences is open for its normal hours,11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Ever Open Café 1422 N. College Ave., 970-221-3183.  6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Hibachi Japanese Steakhouse 1051 W. Horsetooth Road, 970-377-0812. Japanese chefs cook in front of you at this restaurant and sushi bar that’s open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Himalayan Bistro 2720 Council Tree Ave., 970-999-5691. The Nepalese-themed restaurant in the Front Range Village development is open for its normal hours, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for lunch and 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. for dinner,

 IHOP 1002 S. College Ave., 970-484-2257; 1502 Oakridge Drive, 970-226-3154. Both Fort Collins locations of the national diner chain are open from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Lulu Asian Bistro 117 S. College Ave., 970-419-3388. The Old Town Fort Collins Asian restaurant will offer dine-in and carryout service during its normal hours from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m

Mount Everest Café 1113 W. Drake Road, 970-223-8212. This Nepalese-themed buffet is open for its normal hours, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for lunch and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for dinner.

Windsor Restaurants

Chimney Park Restaurant & Bar: 406 Main St., Windsor; (970) 686-1477
Christmas Eve: The restaurant has availability based on reservations. A three-course tasting menu and a la carte options are available.

The Summit 4455 N. Fairgrounds Ave., Windsor, 970-663-6363. This Windsor bowling alley and restaurant is open from 4 to 10 p.m.

Stanley Hotel 333 E. Wonderview Ave., Estes Park, 970-577-4001. This historic Estes Park hotel is hosting a Christmas-themed buffet between 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Reservations are required, so call ahead.

Loveland Restaurants

Bent Fork Grill: 5917 Sky Pond Dr Ste C-106 Loveland (970) 613-9333
Christmas Eve:  11:00 a.m. – 10 p.m., Christmas Day: Closed; New Year's Eve:  11:00 a.m. – 10 p.m., New Year's Day:  11:00 a.m. – 10 p.m.
 

Rock Bottom Brewery: 6025 Sky Pond Dr. Loveland (970) 622-2077
Christmas Eve:  11:00 a.m. – 11 p.m., Christmas Day:  11:00 a.m. – 11 a.m., New Year's Day:  11:00 a.m. – 12 a.m.

4th Street Chop House: 125 E 4th St, Loveland (970) 613-8287
Christmas Eve:  4:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., Christmas Day:  5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., New Year's Day: 11:00 a.m. – 12 a.m.

Biaggi’s – Promenade Shops Centerra 5929 Sky Pond Dr 970-663-0100 Christmas Eve open till 8pm, Christmas Closed, New Year’s Eve closed at 10pm, New Year’s Day Normal hours.