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The Fort

Enter through the gates of The Fort and step back to the early West. Located among the red rocks in the foothills, The Fort is an adobe replica of Colorado's first fur-trading post. Featured in "Bon Appetit," "Gourmet" and the "New York Times," the world-renowned Fort specializes in buffalo, beef, elk, seafood, chicken and hearty vegetarian fare.


The Fort
19192 Hwy. 8
Morrison, CO 80465
Region: Denver Area

Phone: 303-697-4771
Fax: 303-697-9310
 

Directions: The Fort is located 20 minutes southwest of downtown Denver on Highway 8, just north of the Highway 285 intersection. Visit thefort.com for a detailed map and driving directions.

Dining Amenities

Seating Capacity: 350

Private Room Capacity: 350

Sample Menu 1: William Bent's Buffalo Tenderloin Filet Mignon: The most tender of all, a well-marbled 8 oz. Buffalo Filet with Fort potatoes and chef's choice of vegetable.

Sample Menu 2: The Fort's Game Plate: Our most popular dish! An Elk Chop, Buffalo Filet Medallion, and a Grilled Teriyaki Quail. Served with Fort potatoes and chef's choice of vegetable.

Sample Menu 3: Gonzales Style Grilled Steak - 12-ounce Coleman Natural top sirloin steak, stuffed with Hatch green chiles and a freshly grilled chile pod. Served with seasonal vegetables and Fort potatoes.

Sample Menu 4: Fresh Atlantic Salmon - Achiote rubbed then pan seared salmon filet served with roasted corn risotto and chayote squash. Served with Fort potatoes and chef's choice of vegetable.

Sample Menu 5: Cuban Mojo Chicken - All natural chicken breast pan seared and topped with a mango mojo sauce, served with cuban black beans, cilantro rice and fried plantains.

Sample Menu 6: "Three Sacred Sisters" Vegetarian Tamale Pie - Baked tamale pie, includes corn, Anasazi beans and summer squash. Served with fresh quanoa salad, a complete protein.

Cuisine: American, Colorado Cuisine, Southwestern, Steak

Meal Types: Dinner

Dining Facility Amenities: ADA Compliant, Bus Parking, Entertainment, Free Meal for Driver/Escort, Full Bar, Gift Shop, Group Menu Avaliable, Outdoor Dining, Reservations Suggested, Shuttle Sevice, Smoke-free, Wine/Beer

Rates: $22-$50, Dinner

Dates Closed: Christmas Day

Payment Methods: American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, Personal Checks, Travelers Checks, Visa

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