The Fort
Steak house · Rooney Valley
19192 CO-8, Morrison, CO 80465
Highlights
Wild game, steaks, and frontier vibes with stunning views
Wild game, steaks, and frontier vibes with stunning views
"Everyone should dine at this slice of the Wild West at least once, and Christmas Eve is as good a time as any, as the historic Morrison restaurant is preparing a three-course meal that showcases its roots. It’s centered around buffalo prime rib au jus ($55–$75 depending on size), which is accompanied by horseradish sauce, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and gravy as well as a salad and a basket of rolls to start plus peppermint negrita to finish. (Select items from the regular menu will also be available a la carte, including the famous game plate of elk, bison, and quail.)" - Eater Staff
"Sure, it’s touristy, but this Morrison property — which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places — actually does have something entertaining to say about the evolution of Colorado cuisine. Its signature appetizer platter includes not only Rocky Mountain oysters (yes, bull testicles) but also bison sausage and bison tongue, plus peanut butter–stuffed and pickled jalapeños, guacamole and chips, and two dipping sauces for good measure." - Ruth Tobias
"This Morrison slice of history is serving up a honey-roasted turkey dinner for the holiday ($52 for adults, $31 for children) that comes with gravy, mashed potatoes, fire-roasted maple yams, sausage-apple stuffing, green beans with almonds, cranberry relish, and brandied pumpkin pie." - Ruth Tobias
"This Morrison slice of history is serving up a honey-roasted turkey dinner for the holiday ($52 for adults, $31 for children) that comes with gravy, mashed potatoes, fire-roasted maple yams, sausage-apple stuffing, green beans with almonds, cranberry relish, and brandied pumpkin pie." - Ruth Tobias, Eater Staff
"This classic Denver destination is right out of the old West. The Bear Hunter’s Tea combines black tea with a dose of German Bärenjäger honey liqueur." - Rebecca Treon
