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he City of Fort Collins has a charm that sets it apart from many others.

From the many summer music festivals to the wide variety of breweries to choose from, this city has something for everyone to enjoy.

In the 29 years Rocky Mountain Student Media Corporation has produced the Best of CSU magazine, the mission has been to showcase all the businesses in Fort Collins that you, the reader, have come to love. We took your feedback, and while many of us have our own favorite spots to visit not included in this magazine, we believe we are highlighting the best Fort Collins has to offer.

It has been a pleasure to work with every business owner, community member and Rocky Mountain Student Media member who contributed to this year's edition of Best of CSU. It was wonderful to collaborate with you on a project that highlights our beautiful city and all its charm.

I'd like to give a special thank you to the team of RMSMC members who took the time to prepare this magazine.

Thank you for representing Fort Collins in all its wonderful charm.

BEST OF CSU IS A STUDENTPRODUCED PUBLICATION. EDITOR Haley Candelario DESIGNER Shelby Holsinger WRITERS Austin Fleskes Jayla Hodge

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

The Best of the Best BEST COFFEE SHOP

BEST SWEETS PLACE

BEST SUSHI PLACE

Dutch Bros

JAWS Sushi PG. 8

Mary's Mountain Cookies PG. 18

BEST COLLEGE BAR

BEST APARTMENT POOL

Lucky Joe's

PG. 26

BEST HIKE

The District PG. 30

Horsetooth Rock Trail

PG. 46

PG. 60

Human Bean Alley Cat Cafe

Suh Sushi Jeju

Kilwin's Chocolate Butter Cream Cupcakery

Tailhead Bondi

The Cottages Ram's Village

Arthur's Rock Trail Devil's Backbone

BEST BREAKFAST PLACE

BEST CHINESE PLACE

BEST ICE CREAM PLACE

BEST MARGARITA

BEST BOOK STORE

LIVE VENUE

Silver Grill Cafe

Yung's Chinese PG. 10

Fuzzy's Taco Shop

Walrus Ice Cream PG. 18

PG. 26

Old Firehouse Books PG. 32

Aggie Theatre

PG. 50

PG. 64

Snooze Lucile's

Lulu Asian Bistro Dragon Lee

Cold Stone Creamery Kilwin's Chocolate & Ice Cream

Rio Grande Los Tarascos

Barnes & Nobel CSU Bookstore

Mishawaka The Artery

BEST BAGEL SHOP

BEST THAI PLACE

BEST ON-CAMPUS LUNCH

BEST WINGS

BEST BOUTIQUE

BEST SKI RESORT

Gib's Bagels

Cafe de Bangkok PG. 10

Jim's Wings

Spoons

PG. 28

PG. 18

White Balcony PG. 40

Breckenridge

PG. 54

PG. 68

Rocky Mountain Bagel Works The Bagel Place

Simply Thai Thai Pepper

Ramskeller Pub Panda Express

Wing Shack Buffalo Wild Wings

Kansas City Kitty Blue Harvest

Steamboat Winter Park

BEST PIZZA PLACE

BEST BURGER PLACE

BEST DINING HALL

BEST SANDWICH

BEST THRIFT STORE

BEST OUTDOOR GEAR

Krazy Karl's

STUFT Burger Bar PG. 14

Cosmo's Pizza Beau Jo's

BEST VEGETARIAN

Nick's Homestyle

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PG. 42

Jax Mercantile

PG. 54

Pickel Barrel Choice City Deli

Ragstock Goodwill

BEST BREWERY

BEST APARTMENT COMPLEX

BEST TATTOO/PIERCING PLACE

PG. 24 Restaurant 415 Tasty Harmony

ARC Thrift Store

Foundry Durrell

Odell Brewing Co

Avogadro's Number PG. 16

Panino's Italian Canino's Italian Restaurant

PG. 28

PG. 22 Big Al's Burgers & Dogs CB & Potts

BEST ITALIAN PLACE

Cheba Hut

Ram's Horn

Ram's Village PG. 30

Black Bottle Brewery Coopersmith's Pub & Brewing

REI Sierra Trading Post

Tribal Rites

PG. 46 The Cottages The District

PG. 68

PG. 56 Covenant Tattoo Freakshow

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COFFEE

ESPRESSO

“Espresso” means express in Italian and was developed in 1884

LATTE

Coffee and milk have been part of European cuisine since the 17th century.

AMERICANO

Unconfirmed belief of Americano’s origin comes from American WWII soldier’s in Italy, diluting their coffee to save their rations.

CAPPUCCINO

The steamed foam acts as an insulator and allows the liquid to retain its heat for a longer period of time.

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BEST COFFEE SHOP

Dutch Bros D

utch Bros offers a drink and beverage selection that is as fun and distinct as its staff.

Established in 1992, the Dutch Bros website says that their company is all about people, fun, music and great coffee.

With popular locations in Fort Collins on Timberline, in Loveland on 43rd Street and in Windsor on Main Street, Dutch Bros' colorful staff and delicious coffee stand out in the myriad of coffee shops.

The Fort Collins location opens at 5 a.m. and operates until 11 p.m.

There is no better coffee shop or atmosphere to go and get an energy boost, chat with friends or with the famously personable Dutch Bros staff, or contribute to one of their many different fundraisers like their Love Abounds support

system.

Customers will have a lot to choose from when they stop by a Dutch Bros Coffee location.

From mochas, Americanos, cold brews, teas, smoothies and so much more you'll never be disappointed with your choice.

Students at Colorado State University favor their strongest blends on their way to their early morning classes.

Their fundraiser, Buck for Kids raised over $430,000 this year for local kids' organizations. Buck for Kids donates $1 from each drink sold. Since it's start in 2006, the fundraiser has raised a total of over $2.1 million.

With a wide variety of coffee options and other beverages, anyone who walks into Dutch Bros is guaranteed to walk out feeling energized from both the friendly staff and caffeine.

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WHERE TO STUDY AROUND CAMPUS

The Alley Cat

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Locally owned for over 15 years, this 24-hour coffee shop is the perfect place for you to finish that last-minute assignment. The Alley Cat offeres not only a wide selection of local coffee, but also free wireless Internet for anyone who comes in.

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BEST BREAKFAST PLACE

Silver Grill Cafe

F SLEEPING ON CAMPUS

Nap Pod

Why take a nap in an ordinary bed when you can take on in Colorado State University's futuristic nap pods. Located in the Still Point Reflection room of the CSU Health and Medical Center, these pods are ment as a place for students to reduce their stress levels, while also utilizing the reflection space.

Students, staff and faculty can call (970) 495-5246 to reserve a 20-minute session or visit the information desk in the lobby of the Health and Medical Center.

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or the best breakfast in town, look no further than Silver Grill Cafe, located in Fort Collins’ own Old Town. This Colorado State University hotspot has been serving hot meals since 1933, but its history goes back even farther.

In 1912, the cafe was purchased for only $140

by Charlie Liggett and Chink Brown. Soon after purchasing, Brown left the cafeto be replaced by Leonidas “Flossie” Widger.

Renamed to the “Silver Grill Cafe" by a hungry sign painter, who traded his window painting for a pork chop lunch, Ligget and Widger operated the cafe until 1918 and sold it to seek other opportunities. After 1949 his

son Pete and new partner Max McDowell took control.

Since then, the café has seen a number of different owners, several expansions and a whole lot of cinnamon rolls. The business prospered in the late '80s with the famous Giant Cinnamon Rolls, which are still a staple item of the cafe.

The Silver Grill Cafe offers patrons homestyle cooking seven days a week and the opportunity for evening events upon request.

If you’re looking for a great place to experience some local history and fulfill your sweet tooth, look no further than the Silver Grill Cafe.

BEST BAGEL SHOP

Gib's Bagels Who said you couldn’t get an authentic New York bagel all the way in Fort Collins?

Serving the community for over 20 years, Gib’s Bagels runs on the beliefs of their owner Mike Howland: The recipe is in the process, not just the ingredients.

Bagels take 24 hours to prepare due to a several step process that the dough must go through. No step is missed, and any bagel that misses a single step isn’t even served.

Patrons have a wide variety of meals to choose from. From breakfast sandwiches to lunch options and, of course, bagels, you can expect a taste of greatness every visit to Gib’s.

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BEST PIZZA & DRUNCHIES

Krazy Karl's A

staple in the Fort Collins community, this pizza shop has practically become a right of passage to college students, and it is easy to see why. There is no better place to find a better bang for your buck than Krazy Karl’s where each slice of pizza practically engulfs the plate it is placed on.

The food at Karl’s is highly customizable allowing students to create their own perfect pizza to power them through an all nighter or to

celebrate another successful midterm under one’s belt.

From it’s phenomenal portion sizes to the legendary spicy ranch Krazy Karl’s has set itself up to be the people’s choice when it comes to pizza.

After ending a night full of close friends and great drinks, Krazy Karl’s has to be your last stop. With a simple blend of rich flavors and personable staff, Krazy Karl’s is a great place to stop and regroup at nearly any hour of the night.

STUDENT FAVORITE

Cream Cheese Whether it's Krazy Karl's or Cosmo's, no Fort Collins pizza would be complete without a cream cheese topping.

As one of the most popular pizza

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toppings in a college town, cream cheese is a must-add topping to almost any pizza.

There is nothing like bringing home a hot pizza with small dollops of cream cheese strategically placed along with whatever other pairing you favor.

Next time you stop into a local Fort Collins pizza joint like Krazy Karl's or Cosmo's, be sure to take the dive and try something different with a cream cheese topping.

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BEST ITALIAN PLACE

Nick's Homestyle M

amma Mia! If you’re looking for an Italian meal served hot then you have to visit Nick’s Homestyle.

Located just off campus in the heart of Fort Collins, this family restaurant serves homestyle Italian and New York-style pizza seven days a week.

Patrons of Nick’s can choose from a slew of different menu items, as well as daily specials such as “Mussel Madness” on Thursdays and fresh clams until they’re gone on Fridays.

To start off your meal, appetizer options range from crispy calamari to polenta fries.

Moving into your main course, patrons will have a huge variety of meals to pick from.

New York steak, spaghetti and meatballs, create your own pizzas and more are offered as specialty meal items.

Once you have finished your meal, be sure to check out one

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of the many dessert options: Gelato, sorbet, chocolate creme brulee and Nick's tiramisu.

Nick’s also offers a Monday through Friday happy hour from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and a bar that is open until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Thirsty drinkers can choose from a wide selection of cocktails, draft beers, house wines and more.

Owner Nick Doyle described Nick's Homestyle as "northeast Italian American cuisine." His favorite item offered on the menu is the chicken parmesean.

For Colorado State University faculty and staff, Nick's offers 10 percent off of their bill.

If you’re looking for a great place to take the family and enjoy some homestyle Italian cooking, pay a visit to Nick’s Homestyle Italian restaurant.

1205-A W. Elizabeth St.

970.682.2678

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BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT

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BEST SUSHI PLACE

JAWS Sushi

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heir home page says it all: FoCo sushi at its best.

JAWS Sushi, located along the strip in Campus West offers hungry patrons not only a great selection of Japanese cuisine to pick from, but a taste of authenticity.

Sushi chefs can be seen working behind the bar where customers can dine, with toys and other trinkets adorning the top of the bar itself.

But it’s not simply the atmosphere that won JAWS the Best of CSU award. Hungry customers will have their fill of sushi options to select from.

Begin your meal with any number of appetizers, including edamame, ceviche or a seaweed salad.

JAWS offers a wide range of sushi options for hungry customers. Take your pick from tuna, salmon, yellowtail and everything in between when you are

BEST CHINESE PLACE

Yung's Chinese

choosing what to eat on your night out.

After polishing off your freshly-made roll of sushi, enjoy your choice of mochi ice cream. Flavors include vanilla, mango, green tea and more.

For those of the legal drinking age, JAWS offers happy hour everyday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 9 p.m. until closing time. Drinks include draft beers, sake and sake bombs.

Make sure you get there early, as reservations and call-aheads are not accepted because the restaurant is operated on a first come, first serve basis and you must be present to place your name on the waiting list.

Whether you are looking for nigiri, sashimi or a specialty roll, JAWS has what you are looking for and more with plenty of different sushi options.

BEST THAI PLACE

Cafe de Bangkok Thailand doesn’t seem so far away when you dine at Café de Bangkok.

Located in the heart of Campus West, Café de Bangkok offers those looking for authentic Thai cuisine with a wide selection of foods to choose from.

From side dishes like crab rangoon to main courses like red curry stir fry, this Best of CSU locale will have you coming back for more.

From sesame chicken to Szechuan shrimp, Yung’s Chinese is the place to fulfill your authentic Chinese cuisine tastes.

Serving Fort Collins since 1996, Yung’s offers patrons delivery, carry-out and dine in options.

Signature dishes include chicken, pork, beef and more.

Anyone looking for a great meal to be delivered for a night in or enjoyed for a night out has to check out this Best of CSU

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Tea lovers rejoice! If you’ve never experienced a true genuine experience of the Eastern culture first hand, Ku Cha House of Tea is your destination. Tea aficionados will enjoy this extraordinary traditional Chinese tea shop that aims to bring a little piece of China to the local community. Like no other tea shop in Denver, Ku Cha House of Tea boasts over 170 high quality loose leaf teas. Every tea drinker is sure to find their particular taste of choice and even specialty teas that simply cannot be found in the United States. Highly trained employees offer specific knowledge for everyone’s unique tea palate.

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Owners, Rong Pan and Qin Liu established Ku Cha House of Tea 10 years ago with the mission to bring their customers the finest teas from around the world. One could say, their goals have been accomplished. With the aim to be the number one brand in the special tea industry, Ku Cha House of Tea has been recognized as one of the six best places to drink tea in the U.S. (and the only one in Colorado) by Travel and Leisure May 2012. They were also recommended as one of the must-visit stops on Lonely Planet. Discover everything the tea world has to offer in Boulder and Fort Collins.

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Over 100 loose leaf teas.

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They have such a wonderful and huge selection of teas.”

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BEST BURGER PLACE

STUFT Burger Bar

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t’s all about the custom burgers, craft beers and hand-crafted milkshakes at this burger joint! Bringing home the Best of CSU award for burgers once more is Stuft Burger Bar. Open since 2010, the success of this restaurant has lead to the opening of two other locations

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across northern Colorado.

Hungry customers are able to build their burger from the ground up at Stuft. Caramelized onions, fire green chili peppers, fried eggs and more can adorn your very own burger. Want it on a warm, glazed doughnut? They have that too!

Top off your top-grade burger with a hand-spun milkshake. Add your favorite toppings, like Nutella or even graham crackers, and make it your own.

Take a trip to Stuft Burger Bar and experience the magic of a great meal.

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DATE NIGHT

WHERE TO EAT VEGAN

Gold Leaf

BEST VEGETARIAN PLACE

Avogadro's Number A

vogadro’s Number is a staple of the Fort Collins community and for good reason. This restaurant has taken a unique approach to food service that allows it to meet the unique needs of such a special community. The menu at Avogadro’s is by far one of the most friendly towards vegetarians and vegans. From their long list of Veggie Subs options and vegan-friendly sides, 24 | BEST VEGETARIAN PLACE

Avogadro’s consistently provides high quality culinary options for the plantbased diet.

Avogadro’s takes its community first approach further than just the menu as it has become a jack-of-all-trades in terms of event planning. From concerts to poetry slams to birthday celebrations, there is no place better at providing such a unique and memorable experience.

Finding good vegan food is no longer a problem for students with The Gold Leaf Collective.

Founed as the first 100 percent vegan restruant in Fort Collins, the Gold Leaf team works to serve delicious meals with zero animal by-products. This is all done in an effort to reduce human influence on the planet.

Four years before the establishment of The Gold Leaf, the food truck The Silver Seed began to provide compeletly vegan food to the Fort Collins community. The Silver Seed is still in operation and always moving, so be sure to check out their social media to see where their next stop is.

If you don't want to chase the truck, you can always visit the restruant on Laurel Street.

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BEST SWEETS

Mary's Mountain Cookies

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ou’ve never had cookies like Mary’s Mountain Cookies! Whether it’s to satisfy your sweet chocolate and peanut-butter cravings or to dig into a pint of delicious ice cream, Mary’s Mountain Cookies is a prominent place in Fort Collins that will change the way you do dessert. After a long day of studies, the deli-style selection of mouth-watering cookies has enough variety to hit the spot of any hardworking student’s dessert desires.

Founder Mary John detailed her experiences and her most famous recipes in her book “Mary’s Story and Cookbook.”

This book not only shares Mary’s reasons for leaving her home in Michigan to get a fresh start at a Colorado dude ranch. The Mary’s Mountain Cookies website explains that the book describes the unique

challenges of female entrepreneurship and managing a woman-owned business.

Mary’s menu offers a wide variety of sugary treats to choose from. Patrons can choose from traditional selections like chocolate chip, gourmet selections like their fudge fantasy or from one of their many ice cream filled cookies, including flavors such as vanilla, chocolate and cookie dough.

Mary’s Mountain Cookies offers a unique combination of flavors in each and every sweet treat.

Whether it’s the sweet spice of a cinnamon snickerdoodle, or the marshmallow-y chocolate goodness of a s’mores cookie and even popular gluten-free options, Mary’s Mountain Cookies turns cookies into art.

BEST ICE CREAM

Walrus Ice Cream With over 35 flavors to choose from, Walrus Ice Cream brings the chill of the North Pole to Fort Collins with style. Have it fruity, chocolatey, creamy, with coffee – Walrus does it all. Not only does Walrus offer delicious variety to all of its human patrons, but the establishment offers a free scoop of ice cream to our fourlegged friends: dogs! On Sundays, Walrus chooses to extend the ice cream love to man’s best friend. But as a human, you can choose from cups, cones, mix-ins and more at Walrus Ice Cream to personalize your ice cream and make your dessert unique to you. Swing by for a sweet time!

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Spoons

BEST ON-CAMPUS LUNCH

AVOID THE LUNCH RUSH

Lunch If you have ever tried to grab a quick lunch in the Lory Student Center during prime lunch hour, you know that it can be a challenging task. The lines are long, people are crowding every seat in sight and everyone is getting frustrated due to their hunger.

You can avoid this inconvienent lunch rush by making friends with a freshman and convincing them to use one of their guest swipes on you. In addition to getting a free lunch, you will also have someone to accompany you while you eat.

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hat on-campus lunch break would be complete without a visit to Spoons Soup & Salads?

Located both in the Lory Student Center and Allison Hall, this Colorado State University hotspot offers hungry students, staff and everyone in-between with a simple but satisfying combo: soup, salad and their famous focaccia bread.

Take your pick from several salads options, including their popular Caesar salad. Couple this with one of their soups of the day to make the perfect “campus combo” for you.

The daily soup selection for Spoons varies from day to day. Soup options also offer students with dietary restrictions or choices something to choose from. With some soups being gluten free, dairy free or vegetarian, everyone will be able to

choose a soup that is right for them.

Each week, enjoy their weekly salad selections that are always changing to give students a taste of something different everytime they visit.

Not feeling like a salad? Mix it up and get a grilled cheese to dip in your piping hot cup or bowl of soup. The variety of options at Spoons makes it so every visit is different and everyone can get something they will enjoy that is made hot and fresh just for them.

Make sure to get in line early, so you can get your meal as fast as possible.

The line at Spoons fills up quick during the daily lunch hour, so make sure to get their quick and snag your spot in line.

When you’re on campus and feeling that midday hunger, pay a visit to Spoons and see what makes it the best of CSU.

BEST DINING HALL

Ram's Horn The battle for best CSU dining hall has been chosen! And the winner is...Ram’s Horn.

Located near Academic Village, this dining hall offers freshman and all others a wide variety of choices for food.

From burgers to burritos to stirfry, you’ll want to think long and hard about what to choose when you stop into the Ram’s Horn.

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Thanks for voting us among the Best of CSU! 1st: Ram’s Horn 2nd: The Foundry 3rd: Durrell

Add meals and maintain your account online at myramcard.colostate.edu

Use your RamCard to simply swipe in at one of the 5 on-campus dining centers.

Choose from a diverse menu for all-you-care-to-eat meals. menus.colostate.edu

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BEST BREWERY

RAMSKELLER

Odell Brewing Co

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dell Brewing Company, which has been independently owned and operated since 1989, is completely employee owned. This dedication to people and quality on top of providing an atmosphere that is as innovative and relaxed as the city it is located in is what makes this stop a community staple. This craft brewery has a great location, with an outdoor sitting area and an easy going environment that only adds to the great tasting beers they have on tap.

But the main attraction of course is the beer! Pernnial favorites such as Flat Tire, Odell IPA, and their changing seasonal collection is what keeps this brewery a student and local favorite.

Throughout the year, Odell Brewing Co. also hosts a number of events to bring beer lovers and community members together. Live music, festivals, special release parties and fundraisers are all events that interested patrons can enjoy throughout the year.

If you are interested in the cre-

ation of beer or just want to take a walk through the brewery, Odell also offers brewery tours daily. These tours are free and occur hourly from noon to 3 p.m. Tours take approximately 30 minutes, and will take tour members through the brewery to view the brewing process. Walk-in spots the day of the tour are limited and guests have to be at least 12 years of age to go on the tour.

Bring your furry friends and your real ones, grab one of their craft selections, and see why this brewery reigns supreme.

ASCSU PRESIDENT TOP 4 Associated Students of Colorado State University President Tristan Syrian's top 4 favorite drinks to order from the on-campus Ramskeller.

The Skeller is located in the Lory Student Center and is a central spot for students over the age of 21 to hanout.

Blue Moon

BEST COLLEGE BAR

Lucky Joe's Lucky Joe’s sidewalk Saloon is home to free live music, a thriving bar scene and proclaimed good ol’ home cookin! This friendly neighborhood bar, commonly referred to as Lucky’s by students, is well known for their great drink selection, friendly bar staff, and endless amounts of peanuts.

This Irish-American styled bar has a flare that helps it stand out among the bars located around theOld Town Plaza. This coupled with their daily drink and food deals, like “Whiskey Wednesdays” and $3 dollar draft beer and bomb shot Thursdays, Lucky Joe’s is a student and local favorite.

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BEST MARGARITA

Fuzzyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Taco Shop

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utside of their fantastic Baja tacos,tasty chips and guac, and their tricky Tuesday trivia nights, Fuzzyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Taco Shop is also known around the Colorado State Community as having the best Margarita selection.

Whether you like your margaritas frozen, on the rocks or with salt or sugar on the rim, Fuzzyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s has it all. With at least 15 different speciality margaritaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, there is an option for everyone that is craving a frozen tasty drink!

Fuzzyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drink and bar selection is becoming as attraction grabbing as their craze-inducing menu and festive atmosphere. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a fun date night or if you are grabbing food before a night on the town, Fuzzyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s has a margarita that fits all occasions.

One of Fuzzy's most notable and most popular margaritas

are their beerritas. The colorful margarita not only contains the ingredients that make every margarita great, but also contains a mini beer, tipped into the bright concoction.

This Fuzzy's drink is a staple for CSU students and is part of the reason that they won best margarita for Best of CSU. These margaritas go great with Fuzzy's wide selection of tacos. Spicy pork, shredded chicken, grilled fish and more can accompany your freshly served margarita whenever you stop by.

If you are looking for a great night for you and your friends, a wide selection of delicious food and, even better, an ice cold margarita, be sure to stop into Fuzzy's Taco Shop and see why it was given the title of best margarita for Best of CSU.

DO IT YOURSELF

Home margs INGREDIENTS - 2 oz. Tequila - 1 oz. Lime juice - 1 oz. Cointreau DIRECTIONS In an ice-filled shaker, add the tequila, fresh squeexed lime juice and the Cointreau.

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Shake until combined and well chillded.

Run a lime wedge along the lip of your glass and lightly dip into coarse salt.

Strain into a glass filled with ice Garnish with a lime wedge.

MAKE IT SPICY & FIZZY Add 4 thin slices of jalapeno, seeds removed.

Top with a ginger beer.

Thanks CSU Community For Voting Us Best Burrito!

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Gluten Free Crust Made With Real Cauliflower

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BEST WINGS PLACE

Jim's Wings

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othing makes game day like a basket of wings to share with some friends. And nothing says wings in Fort Collins like Jim’s Wings.

Serving up wings and more since 1991, Jim’s offers patrons a wide selection of wings and sauces to choose from with every visit. Anyone not feeling like buffalo wings can take their pick from plenty

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Everyone knows that a wing is nothing without the perfect sauce to accompany it. A good sauce can make or break a basket of buffalo wings, so when you are getting ready for your tailgate be sure to look into what options there are so that you have the best taste experience possible. If you are at Jim's, you will have a wide variety of sauces to choose from. Jim's wings rates their sauces on a heat scale.

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of other options, including sandwiches, salads and more.

Jim’s Wings sauces are a vital part of the puzzle, with different sauces featured every month.

So next time you are getting ready for game day and need something to make your tailgate the best around, be sure to pick up some great wings from Jim’s.

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SANDWICH

WHITE WIDOW White Widow is the most popular sandwich at Cheba Hut. This toasted sandwich shop is a hotspot for college students who are looking for a latenight bite to eat. The White Widow sandwich is constructed of grilled chicken, homemade ranch, bacon, provolone and mushrooms.

Cheba Hut sells a 4-inch "Nug" for $4, an 8-inch "Pinner" for $7 and a 12-inch "Blunt" for $8.50. With this sandwich selling at such an affordable price, it is the perfect lunch or late-night snack.

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Opening in 1998, founder Scott Jennings aimed to showcase the harmony between food and a “very

specific counter-culture.” Cheba Huts can now be found all across the United States and, of course, in Fort Collins.

The 30 signature sandwiches, salads, munchies and desserts offer patrons a wide variety of options to pick from. From the “Pan-

ama Red” to the “Pacific Blue,” this sandwich menu will keep you looking for quite a while.

Swing by Cheba Hut today, and experience a meal that can satiate the mightiest munchies.

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BEST APARTMENT COMPLEX

Ram's Village

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o you’ve moved out of the dorms, but now where do you call home?

If you ask Best of CSU, the answer would be Ram’s Village.

Rams Village offers students affordable housing just west of campus and within walking distance to all of your classes.

But if you don’t feel like walking, Ram’s Village is conveniently located along several TransFort bus routes, allowing students to arrive on campus quickly and comfortably.

Floor plans include a one bedroom one bathroom, two bedrooms one bathroom, three bedrooms one split bathroom or, their largest option, a four bedroom and two-and-a-half bathroom apartment. So whether you are kicking it alone or moving with friends, Ram's Village will have options for you with rates that depend on which floor plan you select.

Students can also apply to get a remodeled apartment, which features a painted accent wall and updated kitchen appliances.

Decked out with major appliances, cable television, individual WiFi and much more, life at Ram’s Village can be sweet once you get to your apartment.

Students are offered individual leases with monthly leasing terms, so you don’t have to depend on your roommate to get you their check for this month’s rent.

Two pools, two hot tubs, weight room, cardio studio and several laundry rooms are some of the amenities students can expect when moving here.

Ram's Village is also conveniently located near the many restaurants, shops and more that make up Campus West.

Enjoy a craft beer, buy a new outfit or grab a slice of pizza all within walking distance of your home.

So if you are moving off-campus or looking for a new place to live, take a stop into the Ram’s Village leasing office and get yourself a great place to live.

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The District Kick back, relax and enjoy a beautiful day by the water.

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For the first time, the LSC is a voting center for students.

The Voter Registration Drive pushed the vote count to continue climbing.

The International Dance Party is sure to be a big hit this year with different ethnic and cultural influences leading the way to a great collaboration.

The best student tailgating on-campus since our new stadium was built has been coordinated by our Student Government this year. Cheers to many more years of fun.

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book signing events.

This is not the first time Old Firehouse Bookstore has won the hearts of the students and been voted best bookstore in town. After their victory last year, they introduced their student discount, giving all Colorado State University and Front Range Community College students students 15% off their purchases. They provide the best break for student minds and wallets!

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that customers have grown to love. “Our business is SO MUCH MORE than selling clothes,” says owner Allyson Smit. “We help women feel confident and beautiful by offering distinctive pieces that you’ll be excited to wear as soon as you walk out the door.”

Acey Designs partners with community non-profits and hosts ‘Shop for a Cause’ events with a percentage of the proceeds going directly back to those

organizations. They also host local fundraising events for soccer teams, school and youth groups, “Who doesn’t love finding things that make your heart sing – a fabulous dress, the perfect cozy sweater, or a stunning necklace?

But what if those things could also give back to someone in need, lift someone’s spirit, or inspire confidence? I’d say that’s the whole idea behind our purpose.”

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BEST BOUTIQUE

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ifts, clothing, accessories and more abound at this quaint Fort Collins loca-

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White Balcony, a locally-owned and operated boutique located on the strip of downtown Fort Collins, has been serving curious patrons for 15 years.

Carrying a mix of everything from greeting cards to â&#x20AC;&#x153;edgy merchandise,â&#x20AC;? a visit to White Balcony will treat customers to many color-coordinated tables that hold all of these products.

One thing that sets this boutique out as the best of CSU is their constantly changing color palette.

Throughout the store, items are separated by different color-specific tables, which are constantly changing and moving depending on how the store decides to set up the merchandise.

The White Balcony website states that one of the most inter-

esting parts of their retail working experience is watching people gravitate towards the color that they love or even the one they happen to be wearing.

This unique location also tries to stay up on popular trends when placing merchandise, but their website will tell you that they have a thing for cats and pugs, which shows when browsing the many tables and racks of purchasable goodies.

White Balcony is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays through Thursdays, and from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. for late night on Fridays and Saturdays. They also offer a number of holiday hours throughout the year, so even when it is Christmas Eve you can come in and browse for that perfect gift for you or a loved one.

Take a trip to White Balcony and leave with something new and unique every time.

BEST THRIFT STORE

ARC Thrift Store If you're shopping for that perfect outfit for a night on the town without draining your bank account, look no further than ARC Thrift Store Located just off College Avenue, ARC offers customers anything that they could ever want for a good price. Whether you are looking for clothes, fur-

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niture or something in between, ARC is bound to have it for the best price out there. ARC also offers their weekly color tag discount, lowering prices even more.

Open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, you will have plenty of time to hit this thrift shop before a night out on the town.

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BEST TATTOO & PIERCING PLACE

Tribal Rites tattoos

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ribal Rites Tattoo and Piercing is practically a household name in the Fort Collins community, and for good reason. When one walks in, the environment is at once electrifying and mystifying as it seamlessly blends the unique artistic aesthetic of a tattoo shop with a professional and casual atmo56 | BEST TATTOO & PIERCING PLACE

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Tribal Rites boasts a large number of options for anyone looking to add a new piercing to their collection. The staff are always more than happy to patiently find what the customer really wants.

The artists at Tribal provide high quality tattoos at affordable rates and take

the time to sit with clients beforehand to make sure the design truly embodies their artistic vision. Tribal Rites is truly peerless in terms of high-quality service at affordable rates making it the best place in the city to find an artist you can trust to bring your vision to life.

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BEST HIKE

Horsetooth Rock Trail

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orsetooth Rock Trail is a moderate hiking trail that loops around the peak that rises above the city of Fort Collins. This popular hiking destination is suitable for both novice and experienced hikers, and the heavily trafficked hiking loop reaches just about 5.7 miles and totals 1,584 feet of elevation gain. With fantastic views overlooking the city and even a waterfall, it’s no wonder the trail up to Horsetooth Rock has become a staple hiking location in the Fort Collins community.

Horsetooth Rock, which caps Horsetooth Mountain, was

named by European settlers who believed that the rock bore a great resemblance to a horse’s tooth.

The beautiful and relaxing scenery continues to draw back locals and new students alike, making Horsetooth Rock a well-recognized and loved landmark. It is best used from April until late October and is open not only to people but to dogs, as long as they are kept on a leash.

For a quick nature getaway, try this trail and you’ll see why students are so eager to put on their hiking shoes.

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Fossil Creek Fossil Creek is the perfect place to give your dog some outdoor play time.

Designated as an escape from the urban Fort Collins environment, Fossil Creek is located along S. Lemay Avenue, south of Harmony and across from SouthRidge Golf Course.

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This park includes Fossil Creek Lake, two pavilions and, of course, a dog park!

Dogs can run and play in this 99-acre park while enjoying the wonderful outdoors.

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Old Town The types of people you will see in Old Town Square will be different every day that you go.

Sometimes it is a band, sometimes its a family and sometimes it is just a couple out for a night on the town.

Regardless, if you are someone who likes to watch the different types of people that inhabit the wonderful City of Fort Collins, taking a visit to the Old Town square will be exactly what you are looking for.

BEST LIVE VENUE

Aggie Theatre A

ggie Theatre is located right in the center of Old Town, making this venue a prime attraction for both performers and concert goers. This 100-year-old building was initially a movie theater before it was converted into a 650-capacity venue.

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BEST SKI RESORT

Breckenridge

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ut your brand new Epic Pass to use and be sure to visit the Breckenridge Ski Resort once ski season starts up.

Since opening in 1961, avid skiers can hit any of Breckenridge’s five peaks, which encompass almost 3,000 total acres of skiable terrain.

With 187 trails, four terrain parks, 34 lifts carrying over 46,000 people per hour, over 600 acres of groomed terrain and more, skiers will have plenty to do when they visit.

Beyond the outdoor activities and possibilities, Breckenridge offers amenities, food and more. The TBar, Sevens and The Maggie are some of the locations for skiers to rest and relax while also enjoying food and drinks.

Those staying at the resort can enjoy amenities such as spas, events, shopping and more.

When you aren’t on the slopes, you can enjoy Breckenridge’s historic Main Street.

Shops, restaurants and more abound on Main Street, and offer patrons a little taste of anything they could want.

Ski dates start Nov. 9, so be sure to take a trip to Breckenridge and see why it is CSU’s highest voted ski resort!

BEST OUTDOOR GEAR SHOP

Jax Mercantile Whether you are heading out for a hunting trip, hitting the Poudre for a day of fishing or just planning an outdoor excursion, you have to be sure to stop by Jax Mercantile Co. From products to take care of livestock, to home improvement to clothing for the whole family, Jax will have all of the outdoor gear you could need.

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