Fort Collins may be craft beer country, but when it comes to green chili, the city has some serious fire hiding behind those breweries. Whether you’re chasing a burrito smothered to oblivion or just need a cup of pork-loaded heat to survive the cold, these three spots serve up the Best Green Chili in Fort Collins—no gimmicks, just flavor that punches you in the jaw and hugs you afterward.
1. La Luz Mexican Grill
This Old Town gem doesn’t play around. Their pork green chili is thick, smoky, and comes in a cup that might as well be a weapon. Order their smothered burrito and ask for extra chili—you’ll thank me later. It’s got that signature Colorado burn, but with soul underneath.
What to order: Chicken burrito smothered in green chili, or just a straight-up bowl with a tortilla on the side.
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2. DGT (Dam Good Tacos)
Inside the music-blaring, college side of fort collins lives a tiny taco window with a chili game that rivals any sit-down joint in town. DGT’s chili is chunky, pepper-forward, and downright addictive. It’s the kind of Fort Collins green chili you crave at 2am and dream about at noon.
Go for: The pork green chili bowl with added queso, or get it poured over the Loaded Nachos for total chaos.
3. The Rio Grande
Known for margaritas and rooftop views, The Rio also knows their chili. Their green chili leans smooth and savory, less heat, more comfort. It’s not the wildest, but it’s dependable—and sometimes that’s exactly what you need on a cold Fort Collins morning.
Recommended: Breakfast burrito with scrambled eggs, potatoes, and a downpour of their house-made green chili.
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Final Thoughts on the Best Green Chili in Fort Collins
Locals know: finding the Best Green Chili in Fort Collins is a rite of passage. It’s not just about spice—it’s about comfort, about memories, about hangover cures that slap you straight. Whether you want heat that unhinges your jaw or a smooth slow-simmered spoonful, Fort Collins has green chili that delivers.
So don’t just drink the beer—eat the chili. You’ll leave warmer, happier, and way more local than when you walked in.
Want more local heat? Check out our list of Best Breakfasts in Estes Park or our rundown on Hidden Gems in Pueblo.
About the Author
David Lanketh grew up dodging belt-buckle breakfasts and grease-slick tamales in the back alleys of Pueblo. Food was never fancy—it was survival, it was storytelling, it was church. Now 48 and fiercely local, David is the founder of Colorado Food Reviews, where he crisscrosses the state to uncover hidden gems, hole-in-the-wall legends, and small-town surprises. His reviews cut through the fluff with warmth, honesty, and a hell of a lot of hot sauce. When David writes about food, it’s not content—it’s confession.
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