Simmer – American
Simmer invites guests into a warm, inviting space where the air is perfumed with the irresistible aroma of sizzling bistro filet tips and the sweet, tropical crunch of coconut shrimp. The experience centers on a vibrant tapestry of shared plates, ranging from the decadent, salty-sweet harmony of bacon-wrapped dates to the delicate, creamy indulgence of burrata caprese. Each dish is a masterclass in texture and flavor, offering a sophisticated yet soulful dining journey that turns a simple meal into a lingering social celebration.
2519 South Shields Street, Fort Collins CO 80526-1855 https://simmerfc.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, vegan, keto, pescatarian, mediterranean, sugar-free, heart-healthy, plant-based, diabetic, whole30, paleo, low-fat, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, detox, raw-food, tlc, alkaline, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its exceptional craft cocktails and high-quality menu, guests frequently praise the vibrant atmosphere and convenient location on the southwest side of Fort Collins. Reviewers highlight the attentive service and professional leadership, with many specifically noting the incredible skills of the bartending staff. Standout dishes and expertly mixed drinks make it a local favorite, where diners appreciate the warm hospitality and the staff's commitment to ensuring a memorable experience even during busy weekend nights.
Menu
- Bistro Filet Tips - $14.25: 4 oz. marinated bistro filet cooked medium, garlic aioli, sliced focaccia Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Coconut Shrimp - $13.25: Five large shrimp, coconut breading, house Caribbean fire sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Maryland Style Crab Cakes - $18.75: Two Maryland style crab cakes, wild caught claw meat, house slaw, peppadew aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Crab Ragoons - $13.75: Five wontons, sweet crab, cream cheese, chives, Palisade peach habanero sauce Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Devils on Horseback - $15.25: Five Peppadew peppers, almond, goat cheese, bacon, gorgonzola fondue Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Bacon Wrapped Dates - $8.25: Five Medjool dates, bacon, gorgonzola crumbles, balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Chicken or Tofu Lettuce Wraps - $14.25: Grilled chicken or organic tofu, red peppers, red onions, water chestnuts, sweet chili soy sauce, fresh lettuce leaves Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Brussel Sprouts - $12.25: Crispy Brussels Sprouts, cranberries, walnuts, bacon, sweet potato, bourbon maple glaze Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, High-Fiber
- Parmesan Truffle Fries - $8.75: Crispy French fries, parmesan cheese, Italian herbs, house-made white truffle aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Burrata Caprese - $14.75: Creamy burrata cheese, sliced fresh tomatoes, balsamic glaze, fresh basil, focaccia Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic
- Sweet Potato Wontons - $8.75: Five crispy wontons, sweet potato, garlic, herbs, goat cheese, sweet chili sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Patatas Bravas - $8.25: Fingerling potatoes, Spanish bravas sauce, garlic aioli, fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Chicken Marsala Meatballs - $8.75: Five house made chicken meatballs, fresh marsala sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Caesar Deviled Eggs - $8.25: Five deviled eggs, house-made Caesar filling, salad bed, paprika, breadcrumbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Asian Hot Cauliflower Wings - $8.25: Lightly crusted cauliflower florets, sweet & spicy chili soy sauce, ranch dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Soup of the Day (Cup) - $7.5: Made fresh in house, ask for today's flavors Dietary tags: Volumetrics
- Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $12.75: Made fresh in house, ask for today's flavors Dietary tags: Volumetrics
- House Salad - $11.75: Mixed greens, tomatoes, sliced carrots, cucumber, choice of dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Caesar Salad - $12.25: Romaine lettuce, hand torn croutons, parmesan, house made Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Crisp Apple Salad - $15.25: Granny Smith apples, cranberries, candied walnuts, fresh greens, brie, pickled red onion, honey vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Greek Salad - $14.75: Mixed greens, feta, olive, red onion, red bell pepper, tomato, cucumber, balsamic lime vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Beet & Herbed Goat Cheese Salad - $14.75: Roasted golden & red beets, almonds, cranberries, cranberry vinaigrette, goat cheese, spinach, lemon zest Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Simmer Burger - $15.75: 1/3 lb. Angus beef, leaf lettuce, tomatoes, onion, pickle, garlic aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Bacon Jalapeno Burger - $18.25: 1/3 lb. Colorado Angus beef, bacon, grilled jalapenos, pepper jack cheese, jalapeno-cilantro chimichurri, poblano queso Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Black & Blue Bacon Burger - $18.25: 1/3 lb. Colorado Angus beef, black pepper crust, bacon, caramelized onion, garlic aioli, gorgonzola, leaf lettuce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Spring Chicken Salad Sandwich - $15.25: Grilled chicken breast, tarragon, cranberry, almond, leaf lettuce, focaccia Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
- Bistro Filet Cheesesteak - $22.75: 6 oz. bistro filet, red onions, red bell peppers, mushroom, Swiss cheese, focaccia, garlic aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chicken, Apple & Brie Sandwich - $17.25: Grilled chicken breast, brie, onion jam, Granny Smith apples, leaf lettuce, roasted red bell peppers, focaccia Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Caprese Pesto Sandwich - $15.25: Fresh mozzarella, pesto, tomatoes, balsamic glaze, leaf lettuce, focaccia Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Crispy Fish Sandwich - $18.25: English-style battered wild caught cod, house coleslaw, malt vinegar aioli, challah bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Italian Chicken Focaccia - $16.25: Grilled chicken breast, focaccia, pesto, fresh mozzarella, leaf lettuce, tomato, balsamic reduction Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean
- Pasta Fresca - $20.25: Colorado local linguini, extra virgin olive oil, fresh tomato, garlic, spinach, basil, parmesan cheese, Modena balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic
- Greek Vegetable Gnocchi - $22.75: Gluten-free gnocchi, artichoke hearts, mixed olives, tomatoes, roasted red peppers, capers, mushrooms, spinach, zucchini, feta cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Butternut Squash Ravioli - $24.75: Butternut squash and ricotta ravioli, brown butter sage sauce, walnuts, roasted sweet potatoes, sweet balsamic glaze, grated parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tofu Satay - $23.75: Organic tofu, curry and Indonesian spices, coconut rice, grilled pineapple, red bell pepper, seasonal vegetables, peanut lime sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Satay - $24.75: Fresh chicken, curry and Indonesian spices, coconut rice, grilled pineapple, seasonal vegetables, peanut lime sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
- Marinated Bistro Filet Medallions - $31.75: 8 oz. Marinated bistro filet medallions, rosemary fingerling potatoes, seasonal vegetables, gorgonzola fondue Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Bison Short Rib Ragu - $29.75: Bison short rib ragu, four cheese ravioli or gnocchi, parmesan, basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pierogi Stroganoff - $23.25: Five potato and cheese pierogis, mushroom stroganoff, parmesan, sour cream, seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Poblano Cream Chicken Linguini - $25.75: Colorado local linguini, roasted poblano pepper cream sauce, jalapenos, bacon, grilled chicken, red onion, jalapeno-cilantro chimichurri Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Miso Salmon - $34.75: Sustainable salmon, miso glaze, coconut rice, seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Fish & Chips - $21.75: Three English-style battered wild caught cod, crispy fries, malt vinegar aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Marsala Linguini - $20.75: Five house made chicken meatballs, fresh marsala sauce, local linguini, seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Crispy Fries - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Seasonal Vegetables - $6.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Sweet Potato Fries - $6.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Half House Salad - $7.75 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Rosemary Fingerling Potatoes - $7.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Key Lime Pie - $10: Graham cracker crust, whipped cream, fresh lime zest
- Chocolate Mousse - $10: Whipped cream, chocolate chips
- New York Cheesecake - $9: Choice of chocolate sauce or raspberry sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Tenders - $10.75: Served with house chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Kids Cheeseburger - $12.75: Served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Buttered Noodles - $8.75: Topped with parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Cheese Quesadilla - $10.75: Served with fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free